Editorial

Dust Collector Purchasing Decision Woes

Apr 17, 2017 Stuart 59 Comments

Argh, I could really use a woodworking dust collector with 4″ port size, but lack the space!

Editorial

Misc. Tool Talk and News, Mid-April 2017

Apr 14, 2017 Stuart 27 Comments

Here’s a bunch of tool talk to get you through the weekend.

Editorial

How it’s Made (in the USA): Milwaukee Carbide-Toothed Sawzall AX Blade

Apr 12, 2017 Benjamen 11 Comments

In my recent tour of a Milwaukee Tool USA factory, I saw how a Sawzall AX with carbide teeth blade is made. Here’s an inside look!

Editorial

Using a Woodworking Circular Saw to Cut Metal?

Apr 7, 2017 Stuart 42 Comments

Why not use a woodworking circular saw in place of a metal-cutting circular saw to cut metal?

Editorial

Milwaukee USA Factory Tour: How a Typical Sawzall Blade is Made

Apr 5, 2017 Benjamen 30 Comments

Have you ever wondered how a standard (non-carbide-tipped) Sawzall blade is made? Here is an inside look.

Editorial

Buying Online – When to Spend More?

Mar 20, 2017 Stuart 25 Comments

I’ve learned to value customer service, shipping competency, and pre-and post-purchase support, and will spend more to get it. Do you?

Cordless

Which Cordless Tools Will You Upgrade to in 2017?

Mar 16, 2017 Stuart 89 Comments

Which cordless tools will you be upgrading to this year?

Editorial

Milwaukee Rebate Update (Free Tool w/ Sawzall Blades and Hole Saws Purchase)

Feb 28, 2017 Stuart 41 Comments

I’ve received 1 of 3 Milwaukee Tool hole saw/Sawzall tool rebates so far.

DIY Projects

Brainstorming: How to Make Best Use of a Corner for a Workbench or Tool Cabinet

Feb 27, 2017 Stuart 52 Comments

My workbench build planning has hit a snag – how to best utilize a corner space?!

Editorial

How Do You Control a Dust Vacuum from a Cordless Power Tool?

Feb 16, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

How can one activate an “auto” dust extractor or vacuum with a cordless tool?

Editorial

Question: Tools for a Vehicle Emergency Toolbox?

Feb 15, 2017 Benjamen 62 Comments

I need to restock my truck’s emergency toolbox. Recommendations?

Editorial

Buy or DIY, When to Throw Time & Effort, or Money at a Project or Need?

Feb 3, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

Buy or DIY? When have you had to make this decision?

Editorial

A Great Source for Sortimo Organizers and Tool Storage!

Jan 24, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

I have found a great USA-based Sortimo dealer to order from!

Editorial

Some Good Advice About Fear of Failure

Jan 24, 2017 Stuart 34 Comments

There are some wisdoms I draw upon, but one usually stands out more than others: the only way to ensure you don’t fail is to not try at all.

Editorial

Wera Locking Extensions – Mixed Feelings (At Least About the 1/4″ Size)

Jan 9, 2017 Stuart 13 Comments

I like Wera’s locking extensions, but their 1/4″ ones are a little frustrating to use.

Editorial

Tools I Recently Ordered from Amazon, Fall 2016 Edition

Dec 29, 2016 Stuart 44 Comments

Here’s a long list of the many tool-related things I ordered from Amazon in the past few months.

DIY Projects

Cabinet Build: Back to the Drawing Board

Dec 27, 2016 Stuart 43 Comments

So, I’m rethinking everything about how I built my cabinet, to better fill an L-shaped space more efficiently.

Editorial

What Did You Get for the Holidays?

Dec 26, 2016 Stuart 65 Comments

Happy Holidays! What new tools (or other notable stuff) did you get?

Editorial

KnifeArt Feedback, Anyone?

Dec 23, 2016 Stuart 42 Comments

Have you ever ordered from KnifeArt? Is there anything from their online catalog that you’d like to see reviewed?

DIY & Home

ToolGuyd Tool Cabinet Build, Getting There, and Thinking Aloud About Drawer Sizing

Dec 15, 2016 Stuart 63 Comments

I’ve completed a big part of a tool box project, and have a few things to think aloud about. Feedback?

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