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Layout & Measuring

A New Small Dewalt Laser Distance Measuring Tool for $50

Jan 10, 2017 Stuart 21 Comments

Dewalt has come out with a new compact laser distance measuring tool that looks better featured than the competition.

Editorial

Wera Locking Extensions – Mixed Feelings (At Least About the 1/4″ Size)

Jan 9, 2017 Stuart 13 Comments

I like Wera’s locking extensions, but their 1/4″ ones are a little frustrating to use.

News

Craftsman Brand Sold to Stanley Black & Decker!

Jan 5, 2017 Stuart 123 Comments

Stanley Black & Decker is buying the Craftsman brand from Sears! What will this mean for us?

Reader Question

Recommend a Mid-Sized Tool Storage Combo for $700-800

Jan 5, 2017 Stuart 48 Comments

Can you recommend a mid-sized tool storage combo that falls within a $800 budget?

Screwdrivers

Deal: Wera Advent Calendar (2016) is Still Available!

Jan 4, 2017 Stuart 18 Comments

You can still buy a Wera advent tool calendar! It’s sold out in the USA, but I was able to find them elsewhere.

Layout & Measuring

Deal of the Day: Bosch Laser Level and Distance Measuring Tool Combo (1/4/2017)

Jan 4, 2017 Stuart 11 Comments

Today’s deal of the day features a Bosch cross-line laser level and laser distance measuring tool combo.

Saws

I Have No Idea How to Review This $1,000 Mafell Circular Saw

Jan 3, 2017 Stuart 48 Comments

I’m stumped about what to think and say about this Mafell $1000 cross cutting circular saw system.

Cordless

Giveaway of the Day: Dewalt 20V Max or FlexVolt Latest & Greatest Battery Packs

Jan 3, 2017 Stuart 270 Comments

Today’s giveaway is for… Dewalt’s latest and greatest 20V Max or FlexVolt battery pack(s)! Plus 2 other options.

Safety

New Work Glove Recommendations (2017 Edition)

Jan 2, 2017 Stuart 45 Comments

I wore through my go-to light work gloves. Time for a new pair!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Victorinox Cadet Swiss Army Knife

Jan 2, 2017 Stuart 29 Comments

My first new tool of the New Year – a Victorinox Cadet Swiss Army Knife with textured Alox handles.

Screwdrivers

Felo 522 Series Screwdriver with Grabber

Dec 30, 2016 Stuart 24 Comments

What are your thoughts on this Felo screw-grabbing screwdriver, which holds a fastener in place while you start it?

Editorial

Tools I Recently Ordered from Amazon, Fall 2016 Edition

Dec 29, 2016 Stuart 44 Comments

Here’s a long list of the many tool-related things I ordered from Amazon in the past few months.

Cordless

Giveaway of the Day: Dewalt Tough System Music Player & Charger

Dec 28, 2016 Stuart 258 Comments

Today’s giveaway: a Dewalt Tough System music player and charger!

DIY Projects

Cabinet Build: Back to the Drawing Board

Dec 27, 2016 Stuart 43 Comments

So, I’m rethinking everything about how I built my cabinet, to better fill an L-shaped space more efficiently.

Editorial

What Did You Get for the Holidays?

Dec 26, 2016 Stuart 65 Comments

Happy Holidays! What new tools (or other notable stuff) did you get?

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