Editorial

My Crescent Adjustable Wrench is Better Than I Remember

Aug 15, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

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

Editorial

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.

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.

Editorial

Your Favorite Tape Measure?

Aug 6, 2019 Stuart 62 Comments

Tell us about your tape measure likes and dislikes!

Editorial

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

Jul 31, 2019 Stuart 21 Comments

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

Editorial

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!

Editorial

Amusing Amazon Algorithm Glitch: “Expert Assembly” Services for a Small Plastic Parts Cabinet

Jul 31, 2019 Stuart 13 Comments

After adding a small plastic parts organizer to my cart, Amazon asked if I wanted “professional assembly” services.

Editorial

Isometric Graph Paper

Jul 30, 2019 Stuart 34 Comments

Isometric paper is a different kind of graph paper that can help you draw 3D objects and plans by hand.

Editorial

Do You Want Milwaukee to Make a Packout-Compatible Cordless Vacuum?

Jul 29, 2019 Stuart 51 Comments

Users have been asking for it, but Milwaukee does not yet make a Packout cordless vacuum.

Editorial

5 Reasons You Should Buy This Bosch Impact Screwdriver Bit Set

Jul 23, 2019 Stuart 41 Comments

Bosch’s 24pc impact-rated screwdriver bit set is back down to $10.

Editorial

Amazon is Now Publishing Cordless Power Tool “Editorial Recommendations”

Jul 9, 2019 Stuart 73 Comments

Amazon has started publishing cordless power tool editorial recommendations.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Tool of the Week: Wiha Ultra Driver Multi-Bit Screwdriver

Jun 26, 2019 Stuart 33 Comments

This week’s tool of the week is my Wiha Ultra Driver “26-in-1” multi-bit screwdriver.

Editorial

Irwin Unibit Step Drill Bits are Now Made in China?

Jun 24, 2019 Stuart 68 Comments

Many of the Irwin Unibit step drill bits at the local Lowe’s are marked as being made in China.

Chargers

What Could Makita XGT Be – New Cordless Power Tools? Next-Gen Batteries?

Jun 24, 2019 Stuart 51 Comments

What do you think Makita “XGT” will be?

Editorial

Dewalt, Craftsman, Stanley vs. Milwaukee, Ryobi, Empire: A Look at Stanley Black & Decker and TTI Financials

Jun 23, 2019 Stuart 40 Comments

Let’s talk about the two parent companies that own Dewalt, Craftsman, Milwaukee, and some other popular tool brands.

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