Stuart – Page 445

Lapse in Machine Shop Safety Leads to Yale Science Major’s Death

Apr 14, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

A Yale student was killed when her hair was caught and pulled around a lathe that she was operating in a university machine shop.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

CRKT Tabor SpareTool

Apr 13, 2011 Stuart Discuss

CRKT’s Tabor-designed SpareTool is simple yet highly functional tool. The SpareTool is 6-1/4″ long and weighs a single ounce, making it a lightweight addition to any home or portable tool or gear kit. The included Zytel sheath features a belt clip to allow for safe carrying. SpareTool Features: 2-inch 5Cr15MoV stainless steel knife blade pry […]

Made in USA

GSA Tool Kit Requirement to Drop from 100% to 51% USA-Made?

Apr 12, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Harry Epstein’s Daily Dispatch broke the news that the US government’s GSA is changing the requirement for tool kits to be 100% USA-made. According to their source, such kits must only be 51% USA-made from now on.

Hand Tools

Crazy-Low Nicholson File Set Prices at Amazon

Apr 12, 2011 Stuart 10 Comments

Amazon has once again drastically reduced the prices of several Nicholson file sets, which break down to $1-$1.25 per file!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

PocketToolX Wrex Titanium Adjustable Pocket Wrench

Apr 12, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

PocketToolX has expanded their head-turning EDC tool lineup with the Wrex, a titanium-bodied adjustable pocket wrench.

Hand Tools

Lenox Tight Space Tubing Cutters

Apr 11, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Lenox’s new tight space tubing cutters require far less clearance than traditional rotary tubing cutters, and are available in 3 sizes.

Hand Tools

Staedtler Graphite 771 1.3mm Mechanical Pencil

Apr 8, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

Looking for a robust mechanical pencil more suitable for heavier duty use than a typical drafting or writing pencil? Check out the Staedtler 771!

Accessories

Gyros Guard Dremel & Rotary Tool Safety Shield

Apr 8, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Gyros’ Guard rotary tool shield can be used with Dremel, Craftsman, and many other rotary tools, to control the spread of sparks and debris during cutting, grinding, and sanding.

Hammers & Mallets

Dewalt Hand Tool Preview – 15 oz MIG Weld Framing Hammer

Apr 7, 2011 Stuart 19 Comments

Dewalt’s new 15 oz framing hammer packs a lot of punch in what is described as an extremely light and fatigue-reducing design.

Cordless

Festool CXS Compact Cordless Drill Preview

Apr 7, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Festool’s new CXS compact cordless drill looks mighty ergonomic. The versatility of its interchangeable chuck make it even more appealing!

New Tools

New Porter Cable Corded Hand Planer

Apr 7, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

A new Porter Cable hand planer has just been released and features a slew of user-friendly features.

Hand Tools

Nicholson 5 Piece General Purpose Hand File Set for Less than $8

Apr 6, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Over at Amazon, this 5-piece Nicholson hand file set is currently priced at less than $8. Sure, the estimated shipping time is a bit lengthy, but for a deal this good I don’t mind the wait.

Hand Tools

Dewalt Launches New Line of Hand Tools!

Apr 5, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Dewalt is launching a new (huge) selection of pro-grade hand tools! No, this isn’t a late April Fools Day joke!

Cordless

Bosch 12V Pocket Drill & Driver at $110 Each.

Apr 5, 2011 Stuart 9 Comments

If you’re looking for a new compact cordless drill or driver, check out Bosch’s PS21 and PS31, which are currently priced fairly low at ~$110 each, including shipping. Edit: We’ve been told of an even better deal for the PS31 drill kit – $97.10!

Hand Tools

Gerber Gator Combo Axe with Handle Knife Recalled for Laceration Hazard

Apr 4, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Gerber has recalled their Gator Combo Axe, the one with the knife handle, due to the knife posing a laceration hazard when using the axe.

Unusual or Whacky

Breaking News: Power Tool OEMs Agree to Cut the Cord for Good!

Apr 1, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Power tool cords are out, cordless is in; this is a story that you absolutely cannot miss!

Shop Essentials

ToolGuyd Featured on Charles & Hudson “Winning Workshop” Series

Apr 1, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Curious as to what my main work area looks like? What inspired and helped me become a tool-aholic and DIYer? What my favorite tools are? These questions are answered in Charles & Hudson’s first Winning Workshop profile!

Hand Tools

Lee Valley Pocket Dovetailer For On-The-Go Joinery

Apr 1, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

Veritas has developed the first-ever all-in-one pocket dovetail tool, available exclusively at Lee Valley.

Power Tools

Dremel 4000 Rotary Tool Kit GIVEAWAY!

Mar 31, 2011 Stuart 65 Comments

We’ve got a brand new Dremel 4000 high performance rotary tool kit to giveaway! Leave a comment to enter!

Cordless

New Porter Cable Oscillating Multi-Tools with Tool-Free Blade Change

Mar 31, 2011 Stuart 12 Comments

Porter Cable’s new corded and cordless oscillating multi-tools feature a tool-free accessory-change design and are due to hit store shelves this April.

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