Editorial

One of the Design Philosophies Behind Milwaukee M12 Cordless Power Tools

Sep 16, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

Have you thought about the “why” behind some of Milwaukee’s new M12 cordless power tools? Read More

Cordless, Editorial

One Lucky Person Can Save Almost $4 on Pre-Owned Tool Grease at Amazon

Sep 16, 2019 Stuart 20 Comments

Would you buy a “renewed” tub of tool grease? Read More

Editorial

Fall 2019 Observations About Amazon and Lowe’s Craftsman Tool Advertising

Sep 10, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

Amazon has started carrying a wider selection of Craftsman tools, and they’re keen to remind me of this via web ads. Read More

Editorial

Knipex Pliers and Hand Tools – “SBA” Means Retail Packaging

Sep 9, 2019 Stuart 9 Comments

The “SBA” in Knipex model numbers (at least in my experience so far) indicates retail packaging. Read More

Editorial, Pliers

Field Trip: My Recent Visits to Home Depot, Lowe’s, and Harbor Freight (9/9/2019)

Sep 9, 2019 Stuart 65 Comments

Here’s how my recent visits to Home Depot, Lowes, and Harbor Freight went. Read More

Editorial

Bosch Added a “Certified Online Partner” Notice to Cordless Power Tool Listings on Amazon

Sep 5, 2019 Stuart 14 Comments

Bosch has added a new “Certified Online Partner” notice to many of their product listings on Amazon. Read More

Editorial, News

This is the Dewalt Cordless Drill the Lowe’s Exec’s “Small Hands” Comment was all About

Aug 30, 2019 Stuart 53 Comments

Let’s skip around the Lowe’s corporate video comment controversy and talk about the Dewalt drill in the middle of it. Read More

Cordless, Drills & Drivers, Editorial

Off-Brand Cordless Power Tool Batteries are Heavily Featured on Amazon Product Pages

Aug 27, 2019 Stuart 41 Comments

Does anyone else find it strange how many sponsored pushes there are for off-brand cordless power tool batteries? Read More

Editorial

5 Things I Loved About my Ridgid Random Orbit Sander

Aug 26, 2019 Stuart 17 Comments

Here are some parting words of appreciation for my fantastic Ridgid 5″ random orbit sander. Read More

Editorial, Grinders & Sanders, Tool Reviews, Woodworking

Why Hard Plastic Screwdriver Handles Smell Like Vomit

Aug 23, 2019 Stuart 33 Comments

Ah (or eww), the breakdown of acetate screwdriver handles. Read More

Editorial, Screwdrivers

How Big is Makita’s Cordless Power Tools and Accessories Business in North America?

Aug 22, 2019 Stuart 24 Comments

Let’s take a quick peek at Makita’s 2018 sales revenue. Read More

Editorial, Power Tools

Dewalt 40V Max Cordless Outdoor Power Tool System has Been Discontinued

Aug 21, 2019 Stuart 90 Comments

Dewalt has discontinued all of their 40V Max cordless outdoor power tools. Read More

Cordless, Editorial, News

Milwaukee Cordless Heated Jackets and Workwear 2019-2020 Shopping Season has Officially Begun

Aug 19, 2019 Stuart 9 Comments

Retailers and Milwaukee Tool have kicked off the 2019-20 heated jacket and workwear shopping season. Read More

Cordless, Editorial

Is Craftsman Phasing Out V60 Cordless Outdoor Power Tools Already?

Aug 19, 2019 Stuart 31 Comments

Lowes has been clearancing out Craftsman V60 cordless outdoor power tools. What does this mean? Read More

Cordless, Editorial, Reader Question

My Crescent Adjustable Wrench is Better Than I Remember

Aug 15, 2019 Stuart 36 Comments

I uncovered an older Crescent adjustable wrench, and it performed better than I had expected or remembered. Read More

Editorial, Hand Tools

Will We Ever Have to Stop Buying Replacement Fasteners?

Aug 7, 2019 Stuart 35 Comments

I’m off on a replacement part supply run, which seems to be an inescapable part of reality. Read More

Editorial

A Pleasant Home Depot Supply Run (August 2019)

Aug 6, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

I just got back from Home Depot, and it was an especially pleasant experience. Read More

Editorial

Your Favorite Tape Measure?

Aug 6, 2019 Stuart 62 Comments

Tell us about your tape measure likes and dislikes! Read More

Editorial, Layout & Measuring

The Best Heavy Duty Steel Cabinet Parts Organizer for Under $100

Jul 31, 2019 Stuart 19 Comments

I absolutely love Akro-Mils’ steel-frame parts storage cabinet. Read More

Editorial, Made in USA, Storage & Organization, Tool Reviews

Who Else Loves Scott Blue Shop Towels?

Jul 31, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

I can’t believe we’ve never posted about Scott disposable blue shop towels before! Read More

Editorial, Shop Essentials

Curtis on Sticker Shock! Harbor Freight Icon Tool Cabinets Offer Pro Features and are Priced Accordingly: “If you think Harbor Freight quality is bad now, just wait until they start sourcing their products from India and…”
Curtis on Sticker Shock! Harbor Freight Icon Tool Cabinets Offer Pro Features and are Priced Accordingly: “I’m not a real mechanic. I buy a few tools at Harbor Freight and some I won’t touch.…”
Joseph on Irwin Unibit Step Drill Bits are Now Made in China?: “Hi! I hope you are okay now. The apple juice is made from concentrate of inferior/bruised apples in China. Thus…”
Brian M on New Crescent and Husky Extendable Rafter Squares: “The fold out piece sits flush to the square when closed so your main gripe is not accurate. I can…”
The What? on New Crescent and Husky Extendable Rafter Squares: “What a great way to render a square useless by making a fold out extend for cross cutting only. What's…”
Chip on One of the Design Philosophies Behind Milwaukee M12 Cordless Power Tools: “As probably one of the former biggest users of M12, I love the light weight of these. I…”