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Recommended: Irwin Speedbor Max Drill Bits

Feb 18, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

Looking to upgrade your woodboring bits? We have had great experiences with Irwin’s Speedbor Max self-feeding 3-spur spade bits.

Editorial

Being Pro-USA Tools and Brands vs. Anti-Import

Feb 17, 2014 Stuart 45 Comments

Are you more in favor of USA-made tools, or against imported tools? We urge you to shift to a positive standpoint.

Mechanics' Tools

Craftsman Club Tech Student Discount

Feb 17, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

Did you know that Craftsman has a tech student educational discount program? Neither did we.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Deal of the Day: Save a Lot on Select Gerber Knives and Multi-Tools

Feb 17, 2014 Stuart 1 Comment

Today’s deal of the day includes 10 select Gerber knives and multi-tools.

Editorial

Thanks Woodcraft, for Woodworkers Guild of America DVD Junk Mail

Feb 15, 2014 Stuart 54 Comments

Thank you Woodcraft, for selling my personal contact information to the junk-mailing Woodworkers Guild of America.

New Tools

New Agilent BenchVue Software for Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, and More

Feb 14, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Agilent is coming out with some nice new BenchVue software that pulls data from multiple test equipment sources for monitoring and control.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

New Stanley QuickSlide Utility Knife with Carabiner Clip

Feb 14, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Here’s a quick look at Stanley’s new QuickSlide utility knife.

Electrical Tools

Multimeter Test Leads: PVC vs. Silicone Wire Insulation

Feb 13, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Here’s something you might not have considered before – which are better, PVC or silicone multimeter test leads?

Cordless

Reader Question: Corded vs. Cordless Tools – Is Now a Good Time to Switch Over?

Feb 13, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

Is now a good time to switch over from corded tools to cordless? We say yes. What do you think?

Layout & Measuring

Studpop – an Easy to Use and Inexpensive Magnetic Stud Finder

Feb 13, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Studpop is an inexpensive made-in-USA magnetic stud finder that works exactly as advertised.

News

General Tools was Purchased by a Private Equity Firm

Feb 13, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

General Tools was recently purchased by High Road Capital, a private equity firm.

Editorial

Agilent 34461A Benchtop Multimeter Mini Review

Feb 12, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

Here are a few words about our recent purchase of an Agilent 34461A digital benchtop multimeter.

Cordless

A First Look at the new Makita 18V Brushless Impact Driver

Feb 12, 2014 Stuart 38 Comments

Makita is coming out with a new 18V brushless impact driver that is shorter, more powerful, and faster than any other impact in their product line.

Cordless

New Makita 18V Brushless Jigsaw

Feb 12, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

We received word that Makita will be releasing a new brushless cordless jigsaw in the summer of 2014.

Cordless

First Look: Makita 18V X2 Circular Saw, XSH01Z

Feb 11, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

Here is a closer look at Makita’s upcoming 18V X2 LXT 36V-equivalent circular saw, which is said to deliver near-corded circular saw performance.

Awesome & Cool

DIY Mechanical Press

Feb 10, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

We came across a great video about how to build a high strength mechanical press.

Screwdrivers

Tekton L-Wrench Offset Screwdriver Set

Feb 10, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

The compact Tekton 14-in-1 offset L-wrench screwdriver looks to be perfect for small portable tool kits.

Cordless

Reader Question: Which 12V Drill and Screwdriver Combo for a Homeowner and Woodworker?

Feb 7, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

A reader asked for help in deciding between Milwaukee M12 drills and drivers for home and woodworking use. Do you think we made the best recommendation?

Test & Measurement

FLIR “Buy More Get More” Free Tools and Gifts Promo

Feb 7, 2014 Stuart 1 Comment

If you recently spent $250+ on FLIR tools, or plan to make a purchase soon, be sure to check out their “buy more, get more” free gift promo.

Mechanics' Tools

This Why Anti-Slip Wrenches are Awesome

Feb 6, 2014 Stuart 19 Comments

We came across a video review that does a great job of demonstrating the effectiveness of anti-slip wrenches.

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