Editorial

The Difference Between Accuracy and Precision

Apr 4, 2018 Stuart 18 Comments

Let’s talk about accuracy and precision.

When I Felt Excluded by a Tool Brand

Mar 31, 2018 Stuart

I’m thinking about my open letter to Sears and Craftsman from 6 years ago, and how it’s similar to the hot topic from the other day.

Editorial

Refurbished Power Tools: Yay or Nay?

Mar 26, 2018 Stuart 80 Comments

I don’t like the idea of refurbished power tools. What about you?

Editorial

Your Go-To Tree Branch Pruning or Cleanup Tools?

Mar 20, 2018 Stuart 75 Comments

I spent way too long dealing with downed branches today. Here’s a quick look at the tools I used to cut them down to size. What do you use?

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Why Milwaukee Came out with an M12 Inflator, Instead of M18

Mar 17, 2018 Stuart 46 Comments

Really, a 12V-class cordless inflator should be enough for most users’ needs.

Editorial

USA Brands and Companies Owned by Foreign Entities

Mar 15, 2018 Stuart 36 Comments

Here are some USA-based tool brands and companies that are currently owned by foreign companies.

Editorial

Your Favorite Knife Opening Mechanisms?

Mar 15, 2018 Stuart 37 Comments

How do you prefer to open pocket knives?

Editorial

Metabo: We’re Not Affected by Hitachi Power Tool’s Name Change to Metabo HPT – But is it True?

Mar 13, 2018 Stuart 56 Comments

A new press release from Metabo has me thinking about Hitachi Power Tool’s name change to Metabo HPT.

Editorial

How to REALLY Square up a Miter Saw, the Super Professional Expert Way

Mar 13, 2018 Stuart 29 Comments

Here are a few more details about how to square up a miter saw.

Editorial

Amazon Tool Bundles Will Sometimes Save You Money

Mar 11, 2018 Stuart 3 Comments

Amazon’s tool bundles can save you time or money, or sometimes they’ll just make me laugh.

Editorial

Snow Day Open Discussion (March 2018 Edition)

Mar 8, 2018 Stuart 116 Comments

So, we have no power, I have snow to deal with, and my kids are home. Instead of no post today, maybe an open discussion? As I shovel (the snow is too thick for our cordless snow blower sample and our neighbors have had issues with their has blower stalling), I’m thinking about how to […]

Editorial

Why I’m Returning My Brand New Porter Cable 7518 Router

Mar 7, 2018 Stuart 56 Comments

What seems to be an electrical defect has me sending my brand new Porter Cable 7518 router back to the store.

Cordless

Revisiting What an Amp-Hour Means for Cordless Power Tool Batteries

Mar 2, 2018 Stuart 44 Comments

So, you want to know more about cordless power tool battery packs?

Editorial

In 5 Years, There Will be Personal Construction Drones That Can…

Feb 27, 2018 Stuart 53 Comments

What do you wish a personal construction drone (flying or otherwise) could do?

Editorial

Best Router Motor for Router Tables?

Feb 26, 2018 Stuart 38 Comments

When it comes to router tables, you have a lot of different motor options.

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