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PB Swiss Twister Ratcheting Screwdriver – Review Requested?

Mar 9, 2015 Stuart 32 Comments

Do you want to see a review of the PB Swiss Twister ratcheting screwdriver? If there’s enough demand, I’ll pony up the $150 to get my hands on one.

Flashlights & Worklights

Big Ass Light Garage & Shop LED Fixtures

Mar 9, 2015 Stuart 44 Comments

Big Ass Lights are exactly what you might think – huge output LED light fixtures.

Editorial

Random Facom Tool Photo

Mar 6, 2015 Stuart 8 Comments

Here’s a photo of a neat wrench, and a bunch of casual words discussing its context.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Problem Solver: PB Swiss Tools Stubby Hex Keys

Mar 6, 2015 Stuart 8 Comments

PB Swiss Tools stubby hex keys have short angled straight tips and precise ball ends, and are high quality problem solvers.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Really Right Stuff MTX Multi-Tool Driver is a Photographer’s Companion

Mar 5, 2015 Stuart 4 Comments

The Really Right Stuff MTX multi-tool screwdriver is a USA-made (except the bits) companion for photographers, videographers, and pros in similar industries.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

This Swiss-Made Folding Pocket Ruler Costs $6 and is Totally Awesome!

Mar 4, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

I’ve got a new super-compact LongLife Swiss-made 3-foot folding ruler, and it’s definitely worth the $6 I paid for it.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Do You Have a Favorite Pen, Pencil, Marker, or Other Writing Tool?

Mar 4, 2015 Stuart 52 Comments

Tell us about your favorite writing tools! If you don’t have one, maybe some of our favorites or reader comments will give you ideas.

New Tools

New Amprobe BAT-250, a Cheap and Easy Battery Tester

Mar 3, 2015 Stuart 6 Comments

Amprobe has come out with a new updated battery tester.

Cordless

Buy This Makita 18V Drill and Impact Driver Combo, Get a Free Spare Battery Pack

Mar 3, 2015 Stuart 3 Comments

Buy Makita’s new $229 drill and impact driver combo kit, get a free spare 3.0Ah battery pack.

New Tools

New ITW BuildClean Air Cleaner

Mar 2, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

ITW’s BuildClean is a new 360° HEPA air scrubber for contractors to use in remodelling and demolition projects.

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

Write on Any Surface with Scotch Chalkboard and Whiteboard Tapes

Mar 2, 2015 Stuart 12 Comments

Adding a writable chalkboard or whiteboard surface is apparently as easy as applying a piece of tape.

Grinders & Sanders

Temporary Price Drop – Bosch Random Orbit Sander

Mar 2, 2015 Stuart 17 Comments

Bosch’s random orbit sander has once again dropped in price to $59 from $69.

Made in USA

New USA-Made Precision Screwdriver

Feb 27, 2015 Stuart 13 Comments

This new USA-made all-steel screwdriver features a magnetic bit holder, knurled handle, and bit storage compartment.

Hammers & Mallets

New USA-Made Dead-Blow Machinist Hammer

Feb 27, 2015 Stuart 10 Comments

Check out this new USA-made dead-blow machinist hammer. It comes with 3 interchangeable heads and 3 places where to put them.

New Tools

New Dremel Vacuum-Powered Rotary Tool

Feb 26, 2015 Stuart 21 Comments

Dremel has come out with a new vacuum-powered rotary tool that they say sucks up dust and debris as you work.

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