Editorial

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?

Cordless

Your Favorite Tools of 2018?

Dec 21, 2018 Stuart 124 Comments

Do you have any favorite tools of the year?

Cordless

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.

Editorial

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.

Editorial

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?

Editorial

Hand Sanitizer EDC?

Dec 3, 2018 Stuart 54 Comments

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

Editorial

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.

Cordless

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?

Editorial

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.

Editorial

What Hand Cleaners and Accessories Do You Use?

Nov 13, 2018 Stuart 67 Comments

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

Editorial

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.

Editorial

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?

Editorial

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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