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 Ben's Workshop or follow him on twitter or instagram.

Dremel Digilab 3D45 3D Printer Review

Jan 7, 2019 Benjamen 32 Comments

Ben reviews the Dremel 3D45 3D printer. Read More

Digital Fabrication, Tool Reviews

Extra Tools You’ll Need for 3D Printing

Dec 17, 2018 Benjamen 16 Comments

After you purchase a 3D printer, you’ll probably need a few extra tools – here are some recommendations. Read More

Digital Fabrication, Hand Tools

Costco Holiday Tool Deals 2018

Dec 6, 2018 Benjamen 14 Comments

I’ve picked out what I thought were the best tool deals at Costco this 2018 Holiday season. Read More

DealGuyd

Metabo HPT MultiVolt Tools are Here

Dec 4, 2018 Benjamen 24 Comments

Metabo HPT Multivolt Tools are here and I got my hands on a few at the Acme Fall tool sale. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Power Tools, Saws

Woodpeckers Holiday Countdown — A New “Retired” Tool Every Day Until Dec 12th.

Dec 3, 2018 Benjamen 5 Comments

Woodpeckers 1st Holiday Countdown will reveal a “retired” One Time Tool for purchase until December 12th. Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

Dewalt, Milwaukee, and Makita Deals at Toolup

Dec 3, 2018 Benjamen 13 Comments

ToolUp is having a Cyber Monday part 2 sale today with deals on Milwaukee, Dewalt, and Makita tools. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Power Tools

New Dewalt ToughSystem DS290 Stacking Drawers

Dec 3, 2018 Benjamen 57 Comments

Dewalt is replacing their DS250 two drawer ToughSystem toolbox with a new dust and water resistant model: the DS290. Read More

New Tools, Storage & Organization

GRR-Ripper Pushblock Discounts

Nov 30, 2018 Benjamen 10 Comments

Micro-Jig Grr-Ripper push blocks are on sale at several retailers. The GR-100 and GR-200 are $49 and $69 respectively. Read More

DealGuyd, Safety

New Seek Thermal Imagers

Nov 30, 2018 Benjamen 16 Comments

Seek Thermal’s new Shot and Shot Pro, have a new technology called Seek Fusion which combines the infrared and thermal images to give you more context in your infrared images. Read More

Awesome & Cool, New Tools, Test & Measurement

Any Recommendations for Inexpensive Calipers?

Nov 30, 2018 Benjamen 66 Comments

The quality of cheap calipers seems to have steadily declined and we’re wondering if there’s a moderately priced alternative. Read More

Reader Question

New Hilti 36V Worm Drive Style Saw and SDS Max Combihammer

Nov 29, 2018 Benjamen 27 Comments

Hilti recently announced two new 36V tools, a worm drive style saw and a SDS Max Combihammer that will be available January 2019. Read More

Cordless, Drills & Drivers, New Tools, Power Tools, Saws

New Milwaukee 10ft Keychain Tape Measure with Built-in LED Flashlight

Nov 27, 2018 Benjamen 32 Comments

Milwaukee’s new 10’/3m keychain tape with LED is finally available at Home Depot. Read More

Layout & Measuring, New Tools

Hobby Creek Pana Hand “Helping Hands” for PanaVise Review

Nov 9, 2018 Benjamen 10 Comments

The Hobby Creek Pana Hand works as stand alone helping hands or in conjunction with your PanaVise. Read More

Accessories, Clamps, Tool Reviews

Buy a Milwaukee M18 12.0Ah Battery & Rapid Charger Cordless Starter Kit, Get a FREE 6.0Ah Battery

Nov 4, 2018 Benjamen 2 Comments

There’s a new special M18 High Output bundle, featuring a 12Ah battery and rapid charger starter kit with a free 6Ah battery. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, New Tools

Home Depot Pre-Black Friday 2018 “Special Buy” Tool Deals

Nov 2, 2018 Benjamen 24 Comments

Here are some of the Holiday 2018 tool deals that are starting to appear at Home Depot stores. Read More

DealGuyd

First Impressions: New Milwaukee Heated Hoodie

Oct 29, 2018 Benjamen 16 Comments

With colder than normal temperatures, I was able to start testing the new Milwaukee heated hoodie early this year. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Tool Reviews, Work Clothes

New Woodpeckers Edge Rule for Woodworkers

Oct 25, 2018 Benjamen 27 Comments

Woodpeckers new edge rule is designed to make layout work easier and more precise. Read More

Layout & Measuring, Made in USA, New Tools, Woodworking

An LED Light Bulb With its Own Battery Backup

Oct 23, 2018 Benjamen 28 Comments

A light bulb with it’s own built in battery backup — what’ll they think of next! Read More

Accessories, Lights

New Craftsman V60 Cordless Outdoor Power Tools Lineup

Oct 18, 2018 Benjamen 15 Comments

Craftsman recently announced a new line of V60 cordless outdoor power tools, including a string trimmer, blower, chainsaw, hedge trimmer, and 2 lawn mowers. Read More

Cordless, New Tools

Review: Dewalt Cordless Mower (2x20V)

Oct 17, 2018 Benjamen 49 Comments

Dewalt’s 2x20V mower is actually quite decent if you can get around the short battery life. Read More

Cordless, Tool Reviews

Wayne R. on A Better Way to Carry Spare AA or AAA Batteries: “Also: Winter temperatures prove these PowerPax holders are tough. I've had various cases blow apart when…”
Frank on A Better Way to Carry Spare AA or AAA Batteries: “I have one of these for my 18650 batteries, its probably the best battery holder for this size. I could…”
Russ on Thoughts on Harbor Freight AMES Multimeters?: “Wait until 'joe smith' (YT channel) gets one. He'll wring it out in extraordinary detail.”
Dave on New Milwaukee Shockwave Matrix Carbide Impact Bits: “Interesting you say that about the Bosch drill bits - I can't say I've used any standard bits (Milwaukee…”
Dave on A Better Way to Carry Spare AA or AAA Batteries: “Having a ton of experience with high-discharge li-ion cells, I'd NEVER carry a loose battery in my pocket, or anywhere…”
Brian M on New Milwaukee Shockwave Matrix Carbide Impact Bits: “Most, if not all, Wiha bits are made in Vietnam. Felo and (I think) Witte are the only German made…”