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Layout & Measuring

New Kobalt 50ft Laser Distance Measurer

Oct 17, 2016 Stuart 21 Comments

There’s a new Kobalt laser distance measuring tool, and it’s surprisingly affordable!

New Tools

New Crescent Locking Adjustable Wrench

Oct 14, 2016 Stuart 26 Comments

This new Crescent locking adjustable wrench is exactly what it sounds like.

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Cordless

The Best Makita 18V Brushless Impact Driver Ever is Coming Soon (XDT12M)

Oct 14, 2016 Stuart 28 Comments

Looking for the best cordless brushless impact driver you could buy? Add Makita’s new XDT12M impact to your shortlist.

News

Here’s Why Stanley Black & Decker Bought Irwin and Lenox Tool Brands

Oct 13, 2016 Stuart 35 Comments

We came across some more details about Stanley Black & Decker’s acquisition of Irwin and Lenox.

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Cordless

Some Notes About Milwaukee’s New M18 Fuel Outdoor Power Tools

Oct 13, 2016 Stuart 43 Comments

For years, I wasn’t very interested in outdoor power tools, at least not personally. That all changed when we moved into a home with grass, bushes, brush, weeds, trees, and everything in between. Don’t get me wrong, outdoor power tools don’t top my list of most interesting tools to talk about, but I’m still trying to learn more […]

Made in USA

Woodpeckers Dowel Press

Oct 12, 2016 Stuart 14 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with an impressive-looking crank-operated dowel press, but it’ll cost you a pretty penny.

Dewalt Adjustable Pliers vs Irwin GrooveLock

News

Surprise: Stanley Black & Decker Bought Irwin and Lenox Tool Brands

Oct 12, 2016 Stuart 33 Comments

Stanley Black & Decker has announced their plans to purchase Irwin and Lenox tool brands.

Cordless

New Makita 18V Sub-Compact Brushless Cordless Drill

Oct 11, 2016 Stuart 30 Comments

Makita has come out with a new sub-compact brushless drill.

Cordless

Milwaukee M18 Fuel SURGE Hydraulic Driver: 12 Things You Should Know

Oct 10, 2016 Stuart 42 Comments

Here is everything you need to know about the new Milwaukee M18 Fuel Surge hydraulic driver!

New Tools

Craftsman Folding Nut Driver Sets

Oct 10, 2016 Stuart 25 Comments

Craftsman has come out with new folding nut driver sets.

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Cordless

New Milwaukee M18 Cordless Compact Hand Vacuum with HEPA Filter

Oct 7, 2016 Stuart 32 Comments

Here’s a quick first look at the new Milwaukee M18 compact cordless HEPA hand vac.

Grinders & Sanders

Crazy Sale Pricing on a Festool PRO 5 LTD Sander ($99), But Should You Take the Bait?

Oct 6, 2016 Stuart 36 Comments

There is crazy-HOT and even unbelievable promo pricing on this Festool 5″ finish sander. Should you buy it?

Knives

New Milwaukee Package-Opening Safety Cutter

Oct 6, 2016 Stuart 37 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a new package-opening safety cutter.

News

Newell Rubbermaid is Selling Irwin and Lenox Tool Brands, Craftsman Reportedly Still for Sale

Oct 5, 2016 Stuart 33 Comments

Irwin and Lenox Tool Brands are up for sale, and at least one report says that Sears is still considering putting Craftsman up for sale.

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Announcements & Updates

Some Site Layout Changes Might be Coming

Oct 5, 2016 Stuart 18 Comments

Your feedback is requested! As you see little tweaks to ToolGuyd’s layout here and there, please let us know what you think! We’ll also be running a 1-month test change to our RSS feed.

New Tools

New Craftsman “Fully Featured” 41″ Tool Storage Chest and Rolling Cabinet

Oct 4, 2016 Stuart 31 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a new ball bearing tool storage combo that they describe as being “fully featured,” including things like a vertical pegboard drawer.

New Tools

Irwin Vise-Grip Launches New Line of Premium-Styled Pliers That are Made in Taiwan

Oct 3, 2016 Stuart 31 Comments

Irwin has come out with a new line of pliers that look to be priced between their entry-level pliers and more premium NWS-made ones.

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Editorial

Hitachi Tool Requests – What Would it Take for You to Go Green?

Sep 30, 2016 Stuart 52 Comments

Let’s talk about Hitachi power tools.

Cordless

I Love Milwaukee Heated Gear, and Their New Non-Heated Jacket Seems Really Tough

Sep 30, 2016 Stuart 20 Comments

I’m a big fan of Milwaukee’s M12 heated gear. I’m still sorting out the changes to this year’s models, and how different options work together, but one thing is clear – Milwaukee’s outerwear is fantastic.

New Tools

Stanley 10″ Adjustable Demo Wrench

Sep 29, 2016 Stuart 37 Comments

The new Stanley FatMax adjustable wrench has a striking face, prying end, and nail puller hole.

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