Benjamen

About Benjamen

Benjamen Johnson grew up watching his dad work as a contractor and woodworker. He became an electrical engineer and took an interest in woodworking. Check out Ben's projects at Electronsmith's 3D Prints or Instagram.

Cordless

New Ryobi 18V Cordless Dual Temperature Hot Glue Gun

Mar 3, 2021 Benjamen 32 Comments

Ryobi’s new 18V dual temperature glue gun features a fold-out drip tray and interchangeable nozzles.

Woodworking

New Milwaukee M12 Cordless Pin Nailer (2021 ETA Update)

Mar 1, 2021 Benjamen 66 Comments

Milwaukee announced a new M12 23-gauge pin nailer – here’s everything what we know so far.

Digital Fabrication

3D Printed Tool Storage and Organizer Accessories

Dec 17, 2020 Benjamen 38 Comments

Here are some 3D-printed accessories to improve your tool and parts storage and organization.

Introducing the Hilti Jaibot, Your New Robotic Partner

Dec 1, 2020 Benjamen 23 Comments

Hilti just introduced their new semi-autonomous ceiling drilling robot, the Jaibot.

Dewalt DW735X 13″ Planer Deals (Black Friday 2020)

Nov 26, 2020 Benjamen 24 Comments

You asked us to keep an eye out for Dewalt planer deals, here’s what we found.

Vacuums & Dust Collection

New Ryobi Cordless Canister Vacuum

Nov 12, 2020 Benjamen 38 Comments

Ryobi has a new cordless 18V ONE+ 4.75 gal stainless steel canister vacuum.

Woodworking

New Rockler Perfect Miter Setup Blocks

Nov 11, 2020 Benjamen 10 Comments

The Rockler perfect miter setup blocks help you cut miter angles for frames with 4 to 12 sides.

Deal: FREE Milwaukee Packout Dolly with Select Tool Box Purchase

Nov 5, 2020 Benjamen 24 Comments

Check out this incredible deal before it disappears!

Editorial

Why I Ordered a Harbor Freight US General Rolling Tool Cabinet

Nov 3, 2020 Benjamen 23 Comments

A few days ago I ordered a new US General 44″ rolling tool cabinet from Harbor Freight, here’s why.

Tool Deals

Harbor Freight 15% Off Everything Coupon! (Ends 11/1/2020)

Oct 30, 2020 Benjamen 3 Comments

This rare Harbor Freight coupon does not exclude any of their brands!

New Ryobi Mini Cordless Glue Gun

Oct 28, 2020 Benjamen 26 Comments

Ryobi’s newest cordless glue gun is downright miniscule!

New Milwaukee M18 Packout Worklight with Built-in Charger

Sep 15, 2020 Benjamen 21 Comments

Here’s a closer look at the Milwaukee M18 Packout light and charger that was teased at the end of the Packout Pipeline.

Flashlights

New Milwaukee Red Lithium USB Rechargeable Flashlights (2020)

Aug 31, 2020 Benjamen 27 Comments

Milwaukee Tool announced two new RedLithium USB rechargeable flashlights.

Accessories

Ideal ArmourBand Might Replace Wrapping Receptacles with Electrical Tape

Mar 5, 2020 Benjamen 43 Comments

ArmourBands are said to be faster than electrical tape, and lack sticky residue.

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers DelVe Square is Now a Regular Tool You Can Buy Anytime

Jan 30, 2020 Benjamen 27 Comments

Woodpeckers is bringing back their popular Delve Square as a regularly-stocked tool.

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers DelVe Square Review

Jan 30, 2020 Benjamen 20 Comments

We got our hands on Woodpeckers DelVe Square and threw it at a project right away. Read on to find out how much we like it!

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

A Continuous Roll of Surebonder Hot Glue Sticks?

Jan 8, 2020 Benjamen 40 Comments

Do you ever find yourself running out of glue in your glue gun? Well how about a 77ft long glue stick?

Woodworking

New Woodpeckers Protractor T-Square One-Time Tool (Deadline 1/6/20)

Dec 20, 2019 Benjamen 20 Comments

Here’s everything we know about the new Woodpeckers Posi-Lock protractor-like T-square.

Woodworking

New Woodpeckers Ultra Shear Parting Tool for Woodturning

Dec 17, 2019 Benjamen 6 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with a new woodturning tool, a carbide insert-tipped Ultra Shear parting tool.

Duluth Trading: 30% Off Your Entire Order and Free Shipping Ends 12/13/19

Dec 12, 2019 Benjamen 24 Comments

Duluth Trading has 30% off your entire order plus free shipping with no minimum. Ends 12/13/19.

MM on New Makita 18V SubCompact Drill and Impact Driver Kit, but is it an Upgrade?: “I’ve seen other companies start packaging smaller batteries with their kits. I think they’re doing it simply to complete on…”
Perry on New Makita 18V SubCompact Drill and Impact Driver Kit, but is it an Upgrade?: “Stuart, I have to wonder if makita isn’t downgrading the lxt line into a lower-tier now that the xgt is…”
MM on Milwaukee M12 Cordless RA Die Grinder and Cut-Off Tool Deals: “In my opinion they could *greatly* improve this tool by doing three things. 1) give it a 2-speed gearbox just…”
Mike McFalls on Hot Deal: Metabo HPT Compact Brushless Drill or Impact Driver Kit for $79: “Not lookin got argue; however Amongst other reasons why it’s misleading – the simplist is the title of the post…”
Matt the Hoople on Gearwrench Hooks & Picks are on Sale – Upgrade Your Kit!: “If I were to get a set, it would likely be the 8 piece set. The reason is because I…”
Will on Gearwrench Hooks & Picks are on Sale – Upgrade Your Kit!: “Gearwrench’s 7 piece set (with the older style handles) is already something I use all the time. I’d bet that…”