Editorial – Page 38

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Screwdriver Markings on the Leatherman Wingman and Sidekick Multi-Tools

Aug 10, 2018 Stuart 59 Comments

I totally missed the clever way Leatherman marks the screwdrivers on their multi-tools!

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Vacuum Hose Size Comparison

Aug 8, 2018 Stuart 26 Comments

When comparing vacuum hose sizes, did you know that a 2-1/2″ hose has 4X the cross section compared to a 1-1/4″ hose?

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My Shop Vac and its Disappointing Wet Pickup Performance

Aug 6, 2018 Stuart 25 Comments

My Shop Vac didn’t do such a great job at picking up water recently.

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How Often do Light Switches Fail?

Aug 3, 2018 Stuart 68 Comments

One of our Hubbell light switches failed after just 2 years. Hopefully it’s a fluke occurrence.

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Minimalist College or New Apartment Tool Kit

Jul 31, 2018 Stuart 53 Comments

I put together a new minimal tool kit, adding 2 new additions to my previous recommendations.

Cordless

Milwaukee M12 Fuel Circular Saw vs. Makita M18 Sub-Compact

Jul 26, 2018 Stuart 60 Comments

Which would you rather use – Milwaukee’s M12 Fuel circular saw, or Makita’s 18V sub-compact?

Cordless

Dear Bosch: Thanks for the 12V Brushless Drill/Driver!

Jul 20, 2018 Stuart 126 Comments

Here’s an open love letter to Bosch about my new PS32 brushless drill. Oh, and there’s a giveaway at the end!

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Why Clear-Lidded Organizers Shouldn’t be Left in the Sun

Jul 20, 2018 Benjamen 51 Comments

Follow down the rabbit hole as Ben and Stuart investigate reports of Kaizen foam melting in clear-lidded tool boxes.

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Craftsman is Set to Launch More than 1200 New Tools (2018 Summer Update)

Jul 19, 2018 Stuart 62 Comments

Craftsman will be announcing more than 1200 new tools and related products next month.

Cordless

Oops, I was Using a Milwaukee M12 Fuel Drill in “Hammer” Mode While Drilling Wood

Jul 16, 2018 Stuart 32 Comments

Well, this is embarrassing, but I forgot that I was using a hammer drill.

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An Old-School Tool I Never Thought I’d Use with a Laser Level

Jul 16, 2018 Benjamen 24 Comments

Who knew that modern and traditional layout tools would work so well with each other.

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Review of the New Festool CT Dust Extractor and Wireless Remote

Jul 13, 2018 Stuart 14 Comments

I’ve been working with Festool’s newest dust extractor and optional remote, here’s what I think about it.

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Next-Gen Tool Storage Chest and Cabinet Combo Features Wishlist

Jul 6, 2018 Stuart 48 Comments

I want my next tool box to have electronic locks. What do you wish your next tool box had?

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How Do You Get the Waxy Plastic off of New Router Bits and Cutting Tools?

Jun 5, 2018 Stuart 46 Comments

What’s your method for prepping new router bits or other tooling for their first use?

DIY & Home

I’ve Been Re-Keying Some of Our Schlage Locks

May 31, 2018 Stuart 40 Comments

I rekeyed a lock yesterday, and so far it doesn’t look like I broke anything!

KokoTheTalkingApe on The Maker Knife 2 just Launched: ““Nano precision”? So a billionth of what, a mile? I am curious about how the blade lock works though.”
Wayne R. on The Maker Knife 2 just Launched: “Sticking with Stanley.”
Nathan on The Maker Knife 2 just Launched: “So where is the design file so you can print your own for 5 dollars.”
Rcward on I Need to Vent About My Precision Matthews Mill: “I would have returned that junk to where you got it”
EBT on The Maker Knife 2 just Launched: “Good call. I like that Gerber has two options: Xacto blades or utility blades version. Thanks!”
Robert on The Maker Knife 2 just Launched: “I used to pay attention to Kickstarter. Even, to my chagrin, backed and waited excessively for a couple of items.…”