Archives for 2019

Editorial

Amusing Amazon Algorithm Glitch: “Expert Assembly” Services for a Small Plastic Parts Cabinet

Jul 31, 2019 Stuart 13 Comments

After adding a small plastic parts organizer to my cart, Amazon asked if I wanted “professional assembly” services.

Editorial

Isometric Graph Paper

Jul 30, 2019 Stuart 34 Comments

Isometric paper is a different kind of graph paper that can help you draw 3D objects and plans by hand.

Editorial

Do You Want Milwaukee to Make a Packout-Compatible Cordless Vacuum?

Jul 29, 2019 Stuart 51 Comments

Users have been asking for it, but Milwaukee does not yet make a Packout cordless vacuum.

Tool Deals

Milwaukee Cordless Power Tool & Packout Tool Box Deal (Ends 7/29/19)

Jul 29, 2019 Stuart 5 Comments

Ending today, save from $15 to $100 on Milwaukee tool orders with this “buy more save more” deal.

Layout & Measuring

Snag the Fantastic Rotring 600 Mechanical Pencil on Sale!

Jul 26, 2019 Stuart 26 Comments

The fantastic Rotring 600 mechanical pencil is currently on sale.

News

Porter Cable Table Saws Recalled due to Fire Hazard (PCX362010)

Jul 26, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

Over 250,000 Porter Cable table saws are being recalled due to motors that can overheat and start a fire.

Electrical Tools

New Fluke Insulated Hand Tools and Starter Kits

Jul 26, 2019 Stuart 37 Comments

Fluke has come out with new insulated hand tools.

Power Tool Accessories

Dewalt 40pc FlexTorq Impact Screwdriver Bit Set is Nicely Priced (7/25/2019)

Jul 25, 2019 Stuart 17 Comments

This Dewalt impact bit set seems to be fairly priced. The special magnetic screw holder is a neat attachment to try out.

Layout & Measuring

A Local Contractor Reminded Me How Useful Drafting Triangles Could Be

Jul 25, 2019 Stuart 25 Comments

Drafting triangles make it easier to draw straight and parallel lines, and they’re surprisingly inexpensive.

Cordless

New Milwaukee M18 Fuel Cordless Pipe Threader, an “Industry First”

Jul 25, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Here are the details about Milwaukee’s M18 Fuel cordless pipe threader.

Tool Deals

Milwaukee Cordless Power Tool Deals of the Day 7/24/19

Jul 24, 2019 Stuart 6 Comments

Here are some Milwaukee cordless power tool deals, valid today only.

Cordless

Bosch’s New 12V Cordless Power Tool Battery Charger is Smaller and Faster

Jul 24, 2019 Stuart 30 Comments

Bosch’s new standard 12V Max battery charger is faster than their previous charger.

Cordless

New Dewalt FlexVolt Cordless Pipe Threader (DCE700)

Jul 23, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Dewalt has announced a new FlexVolt cordless pipe threader.

Editorial

5 Reasons You Should Buy This Bosch Impact Screwdriver Bit Set

Jul 23, 2019 Stuart 41 Comments

Bosch’s 24pc impact-rated screwdriver bit set is back down to $10.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Reader Question: Recommend a Bright One or Two Mode LED Flashlight

Jul 22, 2019 Stuart 42 Comments

Let’s talk about high-brightness LED flashlights.

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