Editorial – Page 27

Milwaukee M18 Fuel Gen 3 Drill Overheating? Nope!, Not Mine

Dec 20, 2018 Stuart 63 Comments

A few readers mentioned hearing about Milwaukee’s M18 Fuel Gen 3 drill overheating, but I haven’t seen anything like this yet.

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Double-Checking My Anvil Tape Measure’s Marking Widths

Dec 20, 2018 Stuart 41 Comments

I suppose this is a good example of why it’s sometimes better to read a ruler or tape measure from 1″ instead of starting at zero.

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Where are Amazon and Walmart Getting their Milwaukee Tool Inventory From??

Dec 11, 2018 Stuart 69 Comments

Since they’re not authorized dealers, where are Amazon and Walmart getting their Milwaukee Tool inventory from?

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Hand Sanitizer EDC?

Dec 3, 2018 Stuart 54 Comments

Do you carry any hand sanitizer in your pocket, tool bag, or car?

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What New Tools Did You Buy from “Black/Cyber/Holiday 2018” Deals?

Nov 29, 2018 Stuart 69 Comments

So, what tools did you buy this month?

Cordless

The Best Cordless Power Tool Brand for DIYers? 2019 Edition

Nov 17, 2018 Stuart 79 Comments

Here’s a quick discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of the top 5 cordless power tool brands for DIYers.

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Reader Question: Advice on Buying a New Milwaukee M18 Cordless Power Tool Battery?

Nov 15, 2018 Stuart 46 Comments

What do you buy when you need a new cordless power tool battery?

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Reader Question: Should I Buy a Cordless Power Tool Promo Bundle Now, or Wait? (Plus Some General Advice)

Nov 14, 2018 Stuart 18 Comments

A lot of readers have been asking for cordless combo kit deal-buying advice. Here, I try to answer an easy one, with generalized advice mixed in.

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What Hand Cleaners and Accessories Do You Use?

Nov 13, 2018 Stuart 67 Comments

How do you wash your hands after tool-related activities?

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My Recent Experiences with OLFA Snap Blade Utility Knives

Nov 2, 2018 Stuart 57 Comments

I can now see why so many people LOVE their OLFA Snap Blade utility knives.

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Spring Action Pliers, Cutters, and Wire Strippers – Yay or Nay?

Oct 25, 2018 Stuart 64 Comments

Spring-action pliers, cutters, and strippers – do you love ’em or hate ’em?

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Ball Hex Key Set Recommendations, from Budget to Best

Oct 22, 2018 Stuart 94 Comments

Let’s talk about ball end hex keys.

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5 Tools I Can’t Wait to Get My Hands on (Fall 2018 Edition)

Oct 19, 2018 Stuart 89 Comments

Here are some of the tools I can’t wait to get my mitts on.

Cordless

Why Bosch’s 12V Brushless Drill and Driver are PERFECT

Oct 19, 2018 Stuart 31 Comments

Bosch’s 12V Max brushless drill gave me another reason to like it.

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If You Want a Hammer with Magnetic Nail Starter, Buy it Locally

Oct 19, 2018 Stuart 41 Comments

Sometimes recessed magnets can pop out of place during manufacturing.

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Milwaukee RedLithium USB 4V Max Cordless Screwdriver?

Oct 19, 2018 Stuart 28 Comments

Will we see a Milwaukee RedLithium USB cordless screwdriver? Maybe, but there are obstacles.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

The Perfect Tool Kit (2019 Edition)

Oct 16, 2018 Stuart 111 Comments

If you had to build the perfect tool kit right now, which brands or tools would it feature?

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Why Experiences with Online Retailers Fuel My Excitement about Walmart’s Pro Tools Potential

Oct 16, 2018 Stuart 25 Comments

I get a little excited about tools and changes in the retail market. Here’s why.

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Walmart Launches New Pro Tools Store

Oct 15, 2018 Stuart 72 Comments

Walmart’s Pro Tools store is now live – here’s what to know, and some deals to kick things off with.

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What’s Most Important to You when Choosing Cordless Power Tools?

Oct 9, 2018 Stuart 65 Comments

What’s most important to you when choosing cordless power tools? Cost? Power? Size? Something else?

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