Archives for 2019

Screwdrivers

Rate This Tool Deal: Milwaukee 8pc Screwdriver Set Special Buy for $20

Nov 14, 2019 Stuart 23 Comments

What’s your stance on this Milwaukee 8pc screwdriver set special buy?

Power Tool Accessories

Have You Used Vega Impactech Screwdriver Bits Before?

Nov 14, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

Have you ever tried Vega screwdriver bits before, or these unusual-looking impact bits?

Cordless

Pick a Color: Bosch, Makita, Milwaukee 12V Cordless Drill & Impact Driver Combos for $99 (Holiday 2019)

Nov 13, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Holiday season pricing is already in effect on these compact cordless drill and impact driver kits.

Knives

Milwaukee Fastback Utility Knife Bundle Deal (H2019)

Nov 13, 2019 Benjamen 35 Comments

Here’s a closer look at this Milwaukee Fastback utility knife bundle deal.

Made in USA

New Tekton Hard-Handle Screwdrivers are USA-Made and Look to Impress

Nov 13, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Tekton has come out with new USA-made hard-handle screwdrivers, with Phillips and slotted tips to start.

Cordless

Milwaukee Cordless Power Tool and Hand Tool Deals of the Day (11/13/19)

Nov 13, 2019 Stuart 6 Comments

Today’s Milwaukee tools of the day are DEFINITELY worth checking out.

Pliers

Irwin’s Vise-Grip Pliers Wrenches are on Sale (H2019)

Nov 12, 2019 Benjamen 9 Comments

The Irwin Vise-Grip parallel-jaw pliers wrenches are on sale.

Cordless

New Dewalt 20V Max Cordless 1/4-Sheet Sander DCW200

Nov 12, 2019 Stuart 18 Comments

Here’s the scoop on the new Dewalt 20V Max cordless 1/4 sheet sander!

New Tools

First Look at Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0 Tool Boxes

Nov 12, 2019 Stuart 52 Comments

Here’s a sneak peek at the new Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0 tool box system.

Editorial

Why are Dewalt and Craftsman Advertising Tape Measure “Reach” Instead of Standout?

Nov 12, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

We discovered Dewalt, Craftsman, and Stanley tape measures being advertised with blade “reach” instead of “standout.”

Tool Deals

Acme Tools 11% Veteran’s Day Coupon – Ends 11/13/2019

Nov 11, 2019 Stuart 3 Comments

If you were looking to buy some new tools this week, perhaps this 11% off coupon code will soften the blow to your wallet.

New Tools

Updated Look at the New Festool SawStop-Equipped Table Saw

Nov 11, 2019 Ben V 28 Comments

Festool has shown off some more details about their forthcoming table saw built with SawStop safety tech.

New Tools

Hot Deal? Dewalt DWS715 12″ Miter Saw for $199 (H2019)

Nov 11, 2019 Stuart 15 Comments

How do you feel about this no-frills Dewalt 12″ miter saw being priced at $199?

Cordless

New Bosch 12Ah Battery – What New Cordless Power Tools Might it Unlock?

Nov 11, 2019 Stuart 14 Comments

It seems that Bosch will be launching an 18V 12.0Ah battery here in the US. What new tools do you think it will power?

Editorial

Thoughts on Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measure Packaging?

Nov 11, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

I can’t say this is how I would have designed the back panel of Lufkin’s tape measure packaging.

blocky on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “The fact that this is to be bolt-assembled by the end user implies modularity. Wouldn’t this be a compelling system…”
Nathan on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “Like said mechanics carts see them in hangars and shops. The bottom area is often for chemicals or parts. And…”
Stuart on Unboxing a New Beta Tool Cabinet: “The plastic is holding up pretty well, at least as well as the diamond plate-covered engineered wood of my old…”
RS on Unboxing a New Beta Tool Cabinet: “Stuart, what do you think of your Beta cabinet?How’s the ABS long term, particularly on the top edges? Curious what…”
frobo on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “That makes sense. Maybe the manufacturers of these carts are missing an opportunity by not offering an add-on drawer kit…”
Jason on New Craftsman Tool Cart at Lowe’s, and it’s PURPLE: “Just in time for Halloween? Could see some Vikings fans wanting it in their garage I guess”