Stuart – Page 376

How’d They Do Last Year? A Brief Look at Tool Brand and Retailer Financials

Mar 12, 2016 Stuart 16 Comments

I am always curious to see how well my favorite tool brands are doing. With publicly traded companies, where anyone can own a share, they have to be completely transparent about things like revenue, expenses, and profit. I figured that many of you might be interested in seeing some of these numbers as well. Following is a […]

Cordless

New Dewalt 20V Max Compact Vac with HEPA Filter

Mar 11, 2016 Stuart 24 Comments

Dewalt has come out with a new compact portable 20V Max HEPA vacuum!

Cordless

New Ryobi Power Tools and Accessories for 2016

Mar 11, 2016 Stuart 20 Comments

Here’s a quick look at some more of Ryobi’s new tool offerings for 2016,

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

New Wiss Folding Pocket Knife Looks… Different

Mar 10, 2016 Stuart 40 Comments

Wiss has come out with a new folding pocket knife. Thoughts?

Cordless

New Ryobi 18V One+ 6-Port Battery SuperCharger

Mar 10, 2016 Stuart 24 Comments

Ryobi has come out with a new 18V One+ 6-port SuperCharger that’s more compact than the previous version.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

New Grex Cordless Brad Nailer GC1850

Mar 10, 2016 Stuart 13 Comments

Grex has come out with a new cordless brad nailer that’s powered by AAA batteries and fuel cells.

Saws

A Quick Primer About Shark and Vaughan Japanese-Style Pull Saws

Mar 9, 2016 Stuart 15 Comments

We put together a quick primer on Japanese-style pull saws.

Cordless

New Kobalt 24V Max Brushless Power Tool Lineup!

Mar 9, 2016 Stuart 56 Comments

Here’s a sneak peek at the new line of Kobalt 24V Max brushless power tools!

Announcements & Updates

Feedback Please: Potential Advertising Changes

Mar 9, 2016 Stuart 49 Comments

If you have the time, I’d appreciate reader feedback on a few advertising-related matters.

Made in USA

Imperial Right Angle Plunge Cutting Oscillating Multi-Tool Blade

Mar 8, 2016 Stuart 19 Comments

Imperial Blades’ 90 degree plunge cutting oscillating multi-tool blade looks like it could be helpful in tight spaces.

ToolGuyd Giveaways

Amazon Gift Card Winners!

Mar 8, 2016 Stuart 60 Comments

Did you win our Amazon wishlist gift card giftaway from December? You’ll want to read this post to find out!

Cordless

Beyond Power and Runtime, What’s Next for Cordless Drills?

Mar 7, 2016 Stuart 60 Comments

Forget about torque, forget about runtime, check out these high tech cordless drill features.

Cordless

New Bosch Ergonomic Cordless and Corded Reciprocating Saws

Mar 4, 2016 Stuart 32 Comments

Bosch has come out with two new powerful and ergonomic reciprocating saws

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

New Milwaukee M18 Fuel Brushless Brad and Finish Nailers!

Mar 4, 2016 Stuart 81 Comments

Milwaukee has officially announced their new line of M18 Fuel brushless brad and finish nailers!

Cordless

Bosch is Working on Connected Power Tools that will Offer User Customizations

Mar 3, 2016 Stuart 13 Comments

Bosch has announced that they are working on Bluetooth-connected power tools that can be customized from your smartphone!

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