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Cordless

Predictions: Dewalt 20V Brushless Premium Drill or Hammer Drill – Yes, No, Maybe?

Aug 9, 2013 Stuart 38 Comments

Readers often email in asking whether I think Dewalt will soon come out with a brushless version of their heavy duty premium drill and hammer drill. Here are some thoughts on the matter.

Editorial

How to Be Safe Working in Extreme Heat

Jul 17, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Here are ways to protect yourself in extreme heat, and signs to recognize that you or a coworker might be in trouble.

Craftsman Griplatch Ball Bearing Chest Parts Diagram

Editorial

So I Contacted Craftsman About a Damaged Ball Bearing Drawer Slide…

Jul 12, 2013 Stuart 26 Comments

Who knew that seeking out a replacement drawer slide would cause such frustration. But to be fair, I was at least partly to blame for an incorrect approach.

Editorial

Aggravating “Online Marketing” Baloney

Jul 8, 2013 Stuart 18 Comments

Here’s a bit of venting about frustrating behind-the-scenes email exchanges, such as fake guest post requests, and product compensation offers.

Starrett Tap Wrench 91B

Editorial

New Starrett Tools of Questionable Quality (Tap Wrenches)

Jul 3, 2013 Stuart 25 Comments

I just received my order for Starrett tap wrenches, and am quite disappointed with their quality.

Craftsman Made to Make

Editorial

So I Met With Craftsman Product Managers Today…

Jun 26, 2013 Stuart 35 Comments

I spent a couple of hours chatting with Craftsman product managers and previewing upcoming tools. It was quite an interesting experience!

Thermal Image of Spectre

Editorial

Thermal Image of a Ghost!! (A Brief Primer on Infrared Reflections)

Jun 4, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

What the heck did the thermal imager capture – is that a ghost?

Editorial

3D Printer Capabilities, and How the Media Blurs Reality with Science Fiction Fantasy

Jun 3, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

Yes, 3D printers are amazing, but they’re also overhyped by the media and misinformed “experts.”

New Craftsman Professional Wrench Set

Editorial

Thoughts About Craftsman’s Mechanics Tools

May 28, 2013 Stuart 41 Comments

I don’t quite get what’s happening to Craftsman’s mechanics tool line, but here are some notes and thoughts about what I’ve observed.

Editorial

Coming Soon: A Brief Look at Upcoming New Power Tools

May 23, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

This is just a brief teaser about some of the new tools heading to market in the next couple of months.

CRKT Shenanigan Pocket Knife Grip and Size

Editorial

How Much Should You Spend on Pocket Knives?

May 17, 2013 Stuart 21 Comments

I’d say $35 is about the lowest one should look to spend on a pocket knife, what do you think?

ToolGuyd Partial Sears Tool Collection

Editorial

5 Reasons Why I’m STILL in the Middle of Sorting Through my Tools

May 15, 2013 Stuart 22 Comments

He with too many tools… takes longest to organize everything.

3M Electric Random Orbital Sander

Editorial

Want to Buy 3M Industrial Products from Amazon? Sure, But Only if You’re a Pro

May 8, 2013 Stuart 11 Comments

That’s right, in order to purchase 3M industrial supplies from Amazon you have to check off a box saying you’re a pro and have read a legal disclaimer!

Editorial

The Scientific Method, Background Research, and Why it’s Good to Ask Questions

May 2, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Some thoughts about the scientific method and why it’s important to do background research before rushing into action.

Milwaukee M12 Fuel SDS Rotary Hammer

Editorial

Top 5 Recent Tool Innovations That WOWed Us

Apr 22, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

Here are 5 recent tool developments that stand out as being especially innovative.

Torbernite Crystal, by Flickr yaiba0390

Editorial

Buyer Beware, or How I Almost Accidentally Bought a Radioactive Rock

Apr 19, 2013 Stuart 31 Comments

A not very tool-related story about how I almost accidentally bought a radioactive rock.

OtterBox Maker Series DIY Phone Case Blueprint

DIY & Home

OtterBox DIY Smartphone Case

Apr 12, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

OtterBox announced a new “Maker Series” of DIY smartphone cases as an April Fools Day joke.

Craftsman Professional 4-Ton Jack Stands

Editorial

Friendly Reminder: Don’t Use a Jack Without Jack Stands

Apr 1, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

PSA: Use jack stands whenever working beneath your car.

ToolGuyd Partial Sears Tool Collection

Editorial

Every Flat Surface is an Invitation for Clutter

Mar 27, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

My workbench is completely clean and cleared off! 15 minutes later: nevermind. Such is the cycle that I can never avoid.

Bosch Corded Hammer DrillBosch Corded Hammer Drill

Drills & Drivers

5 Reasons to Keep Your Corded Drill

Mar 18, 2013 Stuart 10 Comments

Here are 5 reasons not to toss away your corded drill or hammer drill. And if you don’t have one, here are a few reasons why one day you might want one.

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