Ben V

About Ben V

Ben Vincent started his love for creating things at an early age, crediting Lego with its endless possibilities as his inspiration. Despite a failed attempt to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering, he eventually found a career in Software Engineering, and now has 58 worldwide patents to his name! As a very keen amateur he shares his passion for creating on Instagram and now on ToolGuyd!

Made in USA

Tribus Tools Ratcheting Flare Nut Wrenches

Jul 14, 2022 Ben V 15 Comments

Tribus Tools’ short-lived ratcheting line wrenches looked interesting.

Tool Reviews

New Dewalt Folding Welding Table

Jun 24, 2022 Ben V 25 Comments

Dewalt’s folding welding table is built for strength, versatility, and convenience.

Layout & Measuring

Upgrade Your Workbench: Accessories for the 2096 Bench Dog System

Aug 14, 2020 Ben V 23 Comments

Here are some ways to accessories 20mm dog holes on your workbench.

New Tools

FastCap Track Saw Guide Rail Storage Rack

Aug 3, 2020 Ben V 17 Comments

Finally, a convenient way to store track saw guide rails!

CNC Machines

Benchtop CNC Router Basics

Jul 2, 2020 Ben V 16 Comments

Here’s a primer on CNC router basics.

Drills & Drivers

A Look at the New Woodpeckers Pro Woodworking Drill Press Table

Jun 29, 2020 Ben V 33 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with a new drill press table.

DIY Projects

DIY MFT Workbench Part 1: Design Goals and Frame Construction

Jun 16, 2020 Ben V 44 Comments

Here’s how Ben V designed and built the bones of his MFT (multi-function table) workbench.

New Tools

Watson Stealth Hero Work Gloves are Made from 25% Recycled Plastic Bottles

Apr 20, 2020 Ben V 13 Comments

These new work gloves are partially made from recycled plastic materials.

Cordless

New Dewalt 20V Max Cordless Trimmers for 2020

Jan 16, 2020 Ben V 32 Comments

Dewalt has two new 20V Max cordless trimmers coming out this spring.

Cordless

New Dewalt 20V Max Brushless Blower (Coming Spring 2020)

Dec 30, 2019 Ben V 43 Comments

Dewalt is coming out with a new and higher-powered 20V Max cordless air blower.

Power Tool Accessories

Home Depot 17-piece Hole Saw Deal (12/16/19)

Dec 16, 2019 Ben V 12 Comments

This Milwaukee 17pc hole saw set looks to be a good buy, and much better than the 9pc Black Friday and gift center deal.

Editorial

Your Holiday 2019 Tool Purchases?

Dec 11, 2019 Ben V 35 Comments

Here’s a look at the deals Ben V took advantage of this Holiday season so far. What did YOU buy?

Clamps

Woodpecker’s Bessey Clamp Sale Continues (12/3/19)

Dec 3, 2019 Ben V 8 Comments

Woodpeckers seems to have extended their Black Friday promo on Bessey woodworking clamps.

Shop Essentials

Flex HEPA Dust Vac Review

Nov 27, 2019 Ben V 49 Comments

Flex’s HEPA dust extractor vac has been proving to be a fantastic performer.

CNC Machines

Carbide 3D CNC Benchtop Routers Black Friday 2019 Deals

Nov 26, 2019 Ben V 9 Comments

Here’s a look at Carbide 3D’s Black Friday 2019 benchtop CNC machine deals.

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