Archives for 2019

New Irwin Vise-Grip Pliers Wrenches are Now Available

Feb 22, 2019 Benjamen 28 Comments

Irwin’s new Vise-Grip pliers wrenches are now available in 8″ and 10″ sizes at Lowe’s

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Recommended EDC Knife, Multi-Tool, LED Flashlight Gear Combos for Under $200 (2019)

Feb 22, 2019 Anthony Sculimbrene 52 Comments

Here are some options for a balanced EDC kit at under $200.

Fein Tools Math Riddle

Feb 21, 2019 Stuart 174 Comments

Take a break and do some tool math.

Irwin Vise-Grip GrooveLock Pliers Deal

Feb 21, 2019 Stuart 16 Comments

Irwin GrooveLock pliers are on sale.

Adding Sides to Modular Tool Cabinets – Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 2

Feb 21, 2019 Ben V 30 Comments

Here’s how I added side panels to my modular tool cabinets.

New Dewalt Cordless Miter Saws in 2019? (Reader Question)

Feb 20, 2019 Stuart 34 Comments

A reader asked whether we’ll see new Dewalt cordless miter saws soon – here’s what we think.

Reader Question and Humorous Goof: Who Controls Product Descriptions?

Feb 20, 2019 Stuart 11 Comments

Who controls the product descriptions on retailers’ sites?

New Ryobi 18V Flex-Shaft Rotary Tool

Feb 20, 2019 Stuart 41 Comments

Here’s what we know about Ryobi’s new cordless flex-shaft rotary tool so far.

New Ryobi Cordless Soldering Iron and Hybrid Soldering Station

Feb 19, 2019 Stuart 78 Comments

Ryobi has two new cordless soldering iron products coming out.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

New Makita 12V Cordless Inflator MP100DZ

Feb 19, 2019 Stuart 29 Comments

Makita has a new 12V Max CXT cordless inflator.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

CRKT Snailor Bottle Opener

Feb 18, 2019 Stuart 36 Comments

The Snailor is one of the happiest-looking bottle openers we’ve seen.

Klein Tools Pro Phone Holder XXL

Feb 18, 2019 Stuart 20 Comments

Would you use a phone holder? This new Klein XXL case can fit the largest smartphones.

Hardware for Connecting T-Slot Aluminum: Anchors, End Fasteners, and Brackets

Feb 15, 2019 Ben V 35 Comments

Learn about the 3 main ways to fasten T-slot aluminum together.

New Milwaukee M18 Cordless Threaded Rod Cutter

Feb 15, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Here’s a quick look at the new Milwaukee M18 cordless threaded rod cutter.

Pros and Cons of Preordering New Cordless Power Tools

Feb 14, 2019 Stuart 17 Comments

Have you ever preordered a new tool?

TomD on Dewalt Cordless Snow Shovel Reviews were so Bad: “The only snow it works on, is better cleared with a plain blower.”
Stuart on Dewalt Launched a Lot of New Cordless Outdoor Power Tools: “Because it’s how they’ve always marketed the 60V Max tools, as FlexVolt. Could also be a false memory. Looking around,…”
Scott K on Hilti ProKit Tool Box Expansion – Drawers, Vacuum, More: “I appreciate your tone. I guess the details you’d typically share aren’t important if everything will be posted about with…”
Stuart on Dewalt Cordless Snow Shovel Reviews were so Bad: “It has Dewalt’s name on it. They might not be fully aware of what’s going on, but they should.”
Stuart on Hilti Nuron Flash Battery – First Look: “Thanks! Sorry – saw that when updating some details. Much appreciated!”
Scott K on Dewalt Cordless Snow Shovel Reviews were so Bad: “It’s interesting that DeWalt would allow such a poorly reviewed product with their name to be relaunched. I’d think they…”