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Bit Holders vs. Bit Sockets?

Nov 24, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

Something to think (and comment) about – do you prefer bit holder sockets, or individual bit sockets?

Hot Deal: Dewalt 20V Max Impact Driver, Drill, ToughCase Combo Kit

Nov 24, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Home Depot’s special Dewalt 20V Max impact driver, drill, and ToughSystem tool case bundle has dropped in price as part of a pre-BF sale!

Tool Deals

Bosch $25 off $100 Holiday 2014 Discount is Live

Nov 24, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

For those of you who have been waiting for this, the $25 off $100+ Bosch discount is now live.

Tool Deals

Lowes Black Friday 2014 Tool Deals

Nov 23, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Here’s a look at all of Lowes’ Black Friday 2014 tool deals. Drills, drivers, saws, oh my!

Tool Deals

Lowes Pre-Black Friday 2014 Tool Sale

Nov 23, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Here’s a quick rundown of the pre-Black Friday tool deals at Lowes this week.

Made in USA

Deal: Craftsman 12pc Nut Driver Set

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 34 Comments

This Craftsman 12pc nut driver is once again on sale for $20.

Tool Deals

Best Black Friday 2014 Shop Vacuum Deal

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

We took a quick hands-off look at the major Black Friday 2014 and holiday shop vacuum deals.

Tool Deals

Home Depot 2014 Black Friday Deal: Ridgid Shop Vacuum for $40

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Here’s a quick look at Home Depot’s Black Friday Ridgid wet/dry shop vacuum special buy. The deal is now live, with the price at $39.88.

Tool Deals

PB Swiss Tools Black Friday 2014 Deals

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Black Friday and Thanksgiving weekend will be a great time to splurge and save on some new PB Swiss Tools.

Sockets & Drive Tools

PB Swiss Tools Bit Sockets – Review

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Here’s something you might not have seen before – one-piece hex and Torx bit sockets, by PB Swiss Tools.

Bit Holders & Drivers

PB Swiss Tools BitBlock – a Fantastic Screwdriver Bit Holder

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

These PB Swiss Tools BitBlocks are the BEST portable bit holders I’ve ever used!

Mechanics' Tools

Gedore Grip Wrench Locking Pliers with Hex Jaws

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

These Gedore Grip Wrench locking pliers are designed for removing very stubborn fasteners, but come with a steep price.

Mechanics' Tools

Facom Angled Socket Wrench Review

Nov 20, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

Have you ever seen these Facom angled socket wrenches before? They’re actually quite handy, and among my favorite hand tools.

Made in USA

SK Hand Tool Hex Bit Sockets Review

Nov 20, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

I took these SK Hand Tool hex bit sockets for a spin, and found them to be quite good.

Cordless

Hot Deal: Makita 18V Hammer Drill Kit for $99

Nov 20, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Here’s another early holiday deal for you – a Makita 18V cordless hammer drill kit for $99!

Reader Question

Black Friday or Cyber Monday Ball Bearing Tool Storage Combo Deals?

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Have you seen any great holiday tool storage combo deals, aside from those featured in Sears’ Black Friday 2014 sales flyer?

Mechanics' Tools

Wera Zyklop Sliding T-Handle

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 15 Comments

The Wera sliding T-handle is one more of my favorite socket accessories, and it’s also incredibly versatile to use. Plus it won’t cost you an arm or a leg.

Mechanics' Tools

Reader Question: Who Makes the Best Socket Set?

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 99 Comments

Let’s hear your thoughts about socket sets!

Made in USA

New Lenox Power Arc Reciprocating Saw Blades Have Curved Cutting Edges

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Lenox has come out with a new line of Power Arc curved reciprocating saw blades that they say are better than the straight blade everyone is using now.

Cordless

Reader Question: Is the New Craftsman C3 Bluetooth Radio with Charger Any Good?

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Craftsman’s new radio offers built-in charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and a couple of nice design touches. What do you think of it?

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Tom Thomas on Milwaukee’s Best Packout Deal is Back for Black Friday 2025: “Dang it, Stuart! You are causing me to spend money. I was in town (50 miles from home) and had…”
Stuart on Bantam Tools no Longer Sells CNC Milling or PCB Machines: “I met them once – the duo behind Evil Mad Scientist – years ago at an Arduino event. Very nice…”
fred on Bosch Laser Distance Measuring Tool Deal is back for Black Friday: “I learned long ago that when you can replicate rather than attempting repeated measuring – you are more likely to…”
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Robert on Bantam Tools no Longer Sells CNC Milling or PCB Machines: ““Evil Mad Scientist,” “Art Frames?” A whole different world. Went to the Bantamtool.com website and the overriding impression is those…”