Editorial – Page 26

Misc. Tool Talk – Irwin Pliers Wrench, Wera Quick-Release Ratchet, More

Mar 1, 2019 Stuart 10 Comments

Here are some hand tools I hung out with last night. Everything TURNED out nicely.

Craftsman Hand Tools Warranty Information Update

Mar 1, 2019 Stuart 138 Comments

Here’s what Craftsman and Sears Craftsman hand tool warranties say.

New Dewalt Cordless Miter Saws in 2019? (Reader Question)

Feb 20, 2019 Stuart 34 Comments

A reader asked whether we’ll see new Dewalt cordless miter saws soon – here’s what we think.

Reader Question and Humorous Goof: Who Controls Product Descriptions?

Feb 20, 2019 Stuart 11 Comments

Who controls the product descriptions on retailers’ sites?

Pros and Cons of Preordering New Cordless Power Tools

Feb 14, 2019 Stuart 17 Comments

Have you ever preordered a new tool?

Dewalt FlexVolt vs. Milwaukee M18 High Demand Cordless Power Tool Systems, Revisited

Feb 7, 2019 Stuart 77 Comments

What changed in the 2.5 years since I compared Dewalt FlexVolt to Milwaukee High Demand?

Milwaukee’s “M18 Everything Fits”

Feb 6, 2019 Stuart 40 Comments

Let’s talk about Milwaukee’s “M18 Everything Fits.”

Milwaukee M18 Cordless Power Tool Battery Sizes Explained

Feb 5, 2019 Stuart 109 Comments

Here’s a primer on Milwaukee M18 cordless tool battery sizes.

Andrew: My Dog Loves Home Depot

Feb 1, 2019 Andrew 76 Comments

Did you know that some Home Depot, Lowe’s, and even Farm & Fleet stores are dog-friendly?

What’s Important to You in a Shop Vacuum?

Jan 29, 2019 Stuart 50 Comments

What’s most important to you when shopping for a wet/dry shop vacuum?

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Sources for Flashlight and EDC Tool Reviews and Recommendations

Jan 21, 2019 Stuart 11 Comments

Here are some of the sites and channels we like for flashlight and EDC reviews.

I Love My Local Home Depot Store (Jan 2019)

Jan 17, 2019 Stuart 67 Comments

I stopped by my local Home Depot today, the first time in a month, and it was great.

2019 Dewalt Cordless Power Tool Predictions

Jan 7, 2019 Stuart 160 Comments

What cordless power tools might Dewalt launch this year?

5 Useful Hand Tools – Which Have You Seen Before?

Jan 3, 2019 Stuart 53 Comments

Here are 5 tools that might be new to you.

Would You Switch Cordless Power Tool Brands?

Jan 2, 2019 Stuart 163 Comments

Would you switch or buy into another cordless power tool system?

Happy New Year!

Jan 1, 2019 Stuart 12 Comments

Happy New Year!

Observations About Tool Brands’ and Retailers’ Holiday 2018 Tool Promos

Dec 28, 2018 Stuart 55 Comments

Here’s what I noticed about this year’s holiday season tool deals and promos.

More Metabo HPT Power Tools are Arriving at Retailers

Dec 27, 2018 Stuart 32 Comments

More Metabo HPT tools are popping up online.

Drills & Drivers

When Do You Change Your Drill’s Speed Setting?

Dec 26, 2018 Stuart 41 Comments

When do you change your drill’s speed setting?

Your Favorite Tools of 2018?

Dec 21, 2018 Stuart 124 Comments

Do you have any favorite tools of the year?

S on These Adjustable Pliers have a Secondary Function: “That tooth grip style reminds me of Irwin adjustables. I migrated to all flat jaw Irwin’s because the notched jaws…”
S on Olight Marauder Mini 2 Light Cannon is on Sale for Black Friday: “I have issues with the proprietary nature of it. I’ve already got USB C and micro USB cables to charge…”
Bill on Olight Marauder Mini 2 Light Cannon is on Sale for Black Friday: “Stuart, what issues do you have with the Olight magnetic tail cap charger? Mine seem to work fine.”
Sinclaire on These Adjustable Pliers have a Secondary Function: “I have a few pairs of Tsunoda pliers and they are all fantastic. Really good prices too”
ToolGuyDan on Olight Marauder Mini 2 Light Cannon is on Sale for Black Friday: “I have a 4-C Maglite-ish that hangs out by the door. Its headline feature is an adjustable focus; the headpiece…”
MattW. on These Adjustable Pliers have a Secondary Function: “I have them and there really decent. There not cobras but work well in a pouch. The slotted end is…”