Stuart – Page 406

A Intro to WoodOwl Drill Bits, and a Look at How They’re Made (in Japan)

Jul 13, 2015 Stuart 24 Comments

Do you use auger, auger-like, and self-feeding drill bits? You owe it yourself to read this intro about WoodOwl and their Japanese-made wood drilling bits!

Storage & Organization

Craftsman mini Plastic Tool Boxes are Perfected for Small Tool and Supply Kits

Jul 13, 2015 Stuart 29 Comments

Craftsman’s mini plastic “truck boxes” are perfectly sized for portable auto tool kits, and they’re inexpensive too. Do you know of anything better?

Cordless

New Milwaukee M18 Fuel Braking Grinder

Jul 10, 2015 Stuart 44 Comments

Milwaukee’s newest M18 Fuel brushless angle grinder sports a new quick-braking motor and is completely tool-free!

Made in USA

I Use Milwaukee’s Tool Box for Baby Gear, and it’s Been Awesome!

Jul 10, 2015 Stuart 31 Comments

Sure, Milwaukee’s 13″ tool box is great for hauling tools and supplies around, but we’re using it for something much more challenging – baby gear!

Test & Measurement

Off-Topic Review: Dell 34-inch Curved Computer Monitor

Jul 9, 2015 Stuart 20 Comments

Although off-topic, I felt compelled to review my relatively new Dell 34-inch curved computer monitor. I wasn’t going to, but a recent crazy-good sale price added to the urgency.

Layout & Measuring

Another Look at the Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock Tape Measure

Jul 9, 2015 Stuart 10 Comments

This Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock tape measure caters to many different user preferences. Now that I found mine again, I don’t want to let it out of my sight!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

The Best EDC Scissors Just Got Cheaper

Jul 8, 2015 Stuart 16 Comments

I highly recommend Engineer scissors, which are my favorite EDC (everyday carry) scissors, and even more so now that they’ve dropped in price. You should DEFINITELY check them out.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Kickstarter: Titanium Screwdriver Bit and Key Ring

Jul 8, 2015 Stuart 13 Comments

The Titanium Pocket Bit is a new double-ended screwdriver bit that adds some near-weightless functionality to your keychain.

Drills & Drivers

You Should Watch These Jimmy DiResta Drill & Drilling Tips, and Share Your Own!

Jul 8, 2015 Stuart 12 Comments

Looking for some drilling tips? Check out this video by Jimmy DiResta. Got your own tips? Please share them here in a comment!

Editorial

Best Tape Measures – Opinions Wanted!

Jul 7, 2015 Stuart 80 Comments

Which would you say is the best tape measure? Or maybe just your favorite? Maybe they match up with our own favorites and recommendations.

Electrical Tools

Deal: Ridgid Micro Inspection Camera for $79

Jul 7, 2015 Stuart 1 Comment

Ridgid’s Micro CA-25 inspection camera has dropped in price (temporarily?) to $79.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Zancudo Knife Review – a Good Folding Knife for ~$30

Jul 6, 2015 Stuart 7 Comments

The Zancudo folding knife offers surprisingly good comfort and performance for a $30 knife.

Cordless

Milwaukee M-Spector Flex Inspection Camera System

Jul 3, 2015 Stuart 24 Comments

The latest Milwaukee M-Spector Flex inspection camera looks like it was taken straight from a spy or action movie! Well, minus the red and black color scheme, of course.

New Tools

Milwaukee Pipe Wrenches & Plumbing Tools

Jul 2, 2015 Stuart 30 Comments

Although plumbing tools are not very exciting, you definitely won’t want to miss this news about Milwaukee’s latest pipe wrenches and other plumbing offerings.

Pliers

Milwaukee PVC Pipe Pliers and Really Big Adjustable Pliers

Jul 2, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

Would either of these Milwaukee specialty pliers have a place in your toolbox?

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