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.

Review: Milwaukee M18 Fuel Metal-Cutting Circular Saw

Feb 12, 2019 Benjamen 23 Comments

Here’s a closer look at the Milwaukee M18 Fuel metal-cutting circular saw, and some examples of what it can do. Read More

Cordless, Metalworking, Power Tools, Saws, Tool Reviews

Highlights from Hilti’s Innovation 2018 Event

Feb 1, 2019 Benjamen 17 Comments

Here are the most interesting tools that I saw at Hilti’s Innovation 2018 tool media event. Read More

Cordless, Power Tools, Saws

How to Get 3D Printed Parts Without Owning a Printer

Jan 22, 2019 Benjamen 16 Comments

Here are some options for getting 3D printed parts without having to buy and maintain a pricey printer. Read More

Digital Fabrication, How-To, Reader Question

Dremel Digilab 3D45 3D Printer Review

Jan 7, 2019 Benjamen 35 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

Matt on New Dewalt Cordless Miter Saws in 2019? (Reader Question): “I'd like to see a dual bevel & brushless 7 1/4 mitre saw. I know this is a DeWalt…”
Jon on New Ryobi Cordless Soldering Iron and Hybrid Soldering Station: “David - Sorry to hear about your misadventures with Lyme Disease. I can relate all…”
BenV on Adding Sides to Modular Tool Cabinets – Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 2: “Hi Ktash - they are 2", leaving about 1.6" of usable space. In part 4 of this series I'm going…”
ktash on Adding Sides to Modular Tool Cabinets – Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 2: “It looks like you will have some very shallow drawers at the top or a pull-out shelf and a shallow…”
BenV on Adding Sides to Modular Tool Cabinets – Journey to an Organized Workshop Part 2: “Hi Nathan Yes I did play around with different profiles. For this post I wasn't telling the…”
ca on Irwin Vise-Grip GrooveLock Pliers Deal: “I’ve always like Irwin tools, but I’ve been going on a German tool frenzy as of late. NWS pliers for…”