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.

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. Read More

Introducing the Hilti Jaibot, Your New Robotic Partner

Dec 1, 2020 Benjamen 22 Comments

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

DealGuyd

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. Read More

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. Read More

Woodworking

New Rockler Perfect Miter Setup Blocks

Nov 11, 2020 Benjamen 7 Comments

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

DealGuyd

Deal: FREE Milwaukee Packout Dolly with Select Tool Box Purchase

Nov 5, 2020 Benjamen 24 Comments

Check out this incredible deal before it disappears! Read More

Editorial

Why I Ordered a Harbor Freight US General Rolling Tool Cabinet

Nov 3, 2020 Benjamen 21 Comments

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

DealGuyd

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! Read More

New Ryobi Mini Cordless Glue Gun

Oct 28, 2020 Benjamen 25 Comments

Ryobi’s newest cordless glue gun is downright miniscule! Read More

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. Read More

Flashlights

New Milwaukee Red Lithium USB Rechargeable Flashlights (2020)

Aug 31, 2020 Benjamen 27 Comments

Milwaukee Tool announced two new RedLithium USB rechargeable flashlights. Read More

Woodworking

New Milwaukee M12 Cordless Pin Nailer (Finally!)

Aug 24, 2020 Benjamen 35 Comments

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

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. Read More

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. Read More

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! Read More

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? Read More

Woodworking

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

Dec 20, 2019 Benjamen 19 Comments

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

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. Read More

DealGuyd

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. Read More

DealGuyd

Costco Holiday Tool Deals 2019

Dec 11, 2019 Benjamen 22 Comments

Here’s best deals I’ve found for the 2019 Holiday season at Costco. Read More

DealGuyd

Lee Valley 2019 Cyber Monday Sale (12/2/19)

Dec 2, 2019 Benjamen 14 Comments

Lee Valley’s Cyber Monday Sale features discounted gift cards, manufacturing seconds, and other tools. Read More

DealGuyd

Select Ingersoll Rand Tools up to 35% off Today at Amazon (11/30/19)

Nov 30, 2019 Benjamen 1 Comment

Amazon has some big discounts on Ingersoll Rand air tools today, November 30, 2019. Read More

DealGuyd

Kaizen Inserts Deal: 10% off through Cyber Monday (Ends 12/2/19)

Nov 26, 2019 Benjamen 21 Comments

Kaizen Inserts is having a 10%-off site-wide sale thru Cyber Monday. Read More

DealGuyd

Rockler Black Friday 2019 Woodworking Deals

Nov 22, 2019 Benjamen 15 Comments

Here’s a look at Rockler’s Black Friday 2019 woodworking deals. Read More

Storage & Organization

New Irwin Power Tool Accessory Cases (Should be Dewalt-Compatible)

Nov 22, 2019 Benjamen 6 Comments

Irwin has came out with new power tool accessory cases that strongly resemble new Dewalt ToughCase+ and Craftsman accessory cases. Read More

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