Archives for 2019

New Tools

New Crescent Wide-Jaw Adjustable Wrenches w/ Micro-Serrations

Mar 6, 2019 Stuart 18 Comments

Crescent has announced a new line of adjustable wrenches.

DIY Projects

Adding a Durable Low-Friction Work Surface – Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 3

Mar 6, 2019 Ben V 16 Comments

Here’s how I added low-friction worktops to my tool cabinets and work stations.

Layout & Measuring

New Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measures Look to Change the Game

Mar 6, 2019 Stuart 54 Comments

Lufkin has come out with what looks to be a premium market-leading tape measure.

Made in USA

Bausch + Lomb 5X Loupe Review

Mar 5, 2019 Stuart 21 Comments

This 5X loupe makes tiny details more visible.

New Tools

Irwin Launches Improved Vise-Grip Locking Pliers

Mar 5, 2019 Stuart 34 Comments

Irwin has improved their Fast Release Vise-Grip locking pliers.

Editorial

Spring 2019 Tool Review Request List

Mar 4, 2019 Stuart 95 Comments

Do you have a tool review or post topic request? Please let us know here!

Cordless

It’s Back – HOT Makita Cordless Track Saw Bonus Bundle Deal

Mar 4, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

If you’ve been shopping for a cordless track saw, this Makita bundle is hard to pass up.

Cordless

New EGO Nexus Portable Power Station

Mar 1, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

Ego came out with a new Nexus portable power station.

Editorial

Misc. Tool Talk – Irwin Pliers Wrench, Wera Quick-Release Ratchet, More

Mar 1, 2019 Stuart 10 Comments

Here are some hand tools I hung out with last night. Everything TURNED out nicely.

Editorial

Craftsman Hand Tools Warranty Information Update

Mar 1, 2019 Stuart 138 Comments

Here’s what Craftsman and Sears Craftsman hand tool warranties say.

Cordless

New Harbor Freight Hercules 12V Cordless Power Tools

Feb 28, 2019 Stuart 55 Comments

Here’s what we know about the new Harbor Freight Hercules 12V cordless power tools.

Mechanics' Tools

Milwaukee Ratchets are Now Available

Feb 28, 2019 Stuart 70 Comments

Milwaukee’s ratchets are now available for individual purchase.

Clamps

New Wilton Tradesman and Mechanics Pro Bullet-Style Vises

Feb 27, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

Wilton has redesigned their Tradesman bullet-style bench vise.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

The Best Cordless Air Compressors

Feb 27, 2019 Stuart 33 Comments

Which is the best cordless air compressor?

Cordless

New Ridgid 18V Octane 7-inch Angle Grinder

Feb 26, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Ridgid has come out with a new two-battery cordless 7″ angle grinder.

Routers

DowelMax RTL Router Table Lift

Feb 26, 2019 Stuart 10 Comments

The DowelMax RTL raises your entire router table top, providing easier access to controls, adjustments, or the collet nut for bit changes.

Hand Tools

Goodbye Armstrong Tools, Hello Gearwrench and Crescent?

Feb 25, 2019 Stuart 59 Comments

Armstrong Tools’ final chapter is now over.

Clamps

Hart Quick-Adjust C-Clamps

Feb 25, 2019 Benjamen 10 Comments

Unlike traditional designs, these Hart c-clamps have a quick-adjust mechanism.

Cordless

HOT Dewalt and Milwaukee Cordless Power Tool Deals of the Day 2/25/19

Feb 25, 2019 Stuart 13 Comments

Here are some noteworthy Milwaukee and Dewalt cordless power tool and accessories deal of the day.

Cordless

First Look at the New Ryobi Battery-Powered Inverter Generator (1500W)

Feb 24, 2019 Stuart 62 Comments

Ryobi has a new battery-powered inverter generator coming out.

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