TTI has filed a trademark application for “X5,” potentially signaling that the next generation of Ridgid 18V cordless power tools are in late-stages of development.
“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Phone Call with an SVS “Sound Expert”
In contrast to recent posts that discuss good and horribly poor pre-sale advice from “tool experts,” here is an example of exceptionally good customer service.
“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Chat with a Sears Tool Expert
Our chat with a Sears “tool expert” did not go as expected at all.
“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Chat with a Home Depot Husky Tool Specialist
How did our chat with a “Husky Tool Specialist” go? Better than expected – they were at least familiar with Husky’s product line.
Can You Trust Customer Service for Product Recommendations?
Can you trust the product advice and recommendations offered by brand and retailer customer service reps?
Our Top 10 Favorite New Tools and Accessories of 2012
Here are our 10 favorite new tools and accessories of 2012. What would you add to the list?
2013 Tools & Accessories Wishlist
What’s at the top of your 2013 tool wishlist?
Should You Buy That New Kobalt Ratcheting Screwdriver at Lowes?
It has come to my attention that I own far too many Kobalt screwdrivers and especially ratcheting screwdrivers.
Craftsman Max Axess Wrench vs. Loggerhead Tools Bionic Wrench
I don’t know what to make of this new Craftsman Max Axess Wrench vs. Loggerhead Tools Bionic Wrench conflict. Seems like a lot going on behind the scenes that nobody’s talking about.
Post-Sandy Situation in Brooklyn, NY
I know you guys might be tired of the post-Sandy coverage, but here are a few observations about the scene in Brooklyn.
Blackout Flashlight MVPs
Some of our flashlights and worklights proved to be more useful than others during the ongoing power outage caused by Hurricane Sandy.
Hurricane Sandy Aftermath: 5 Things We Learned
The aftermath of Hurricane Sandy opened our eyes about how many people around us were caught completely unprepared.
Blackout MVP: Milwaukee M18 Power Source
Power is out here and in many towns and cities across the region. Thanks to Milwaukee’s M18 power source, at least I cannot complain about having a dead phone battery.
Open Discussion, Hurricane Sandy Edition
Open discussion, anything goes! Feel free to ask questions, share favorites and opinions, tell us about recent purchases.
A Closer Look at Lead-Free Solder
Here are a few optical micrographs of lead-free solder that I took 7 years ago.
What Determines Which Retailers ToolGuyd Promotes?
A Home Depot corporate employee asked us to “stop peddling Amazon over all other retailers.” Here’s my response.
Dewalt Oscillating Multi-Tool Predictions
Why hasn’t Dewalt come out with an oscillating multi-tool yet? Here are our theories and predictions.
Let There Be Light! Top LED Flashlights and Worklights to Get You Through Dark Times
My latest PopMech article features LED flashlights and worklight recommendations, big and small.
Porter Cable Brand Confusion and Mixed Messages
Porter Cable’s new 20V Max power tool line caught us by surprise, but is not unexpected. Here’s a not-so-brief discussion about how we think the new line will clear up some of the mixed messages Porter Cable has been sending in recent years.
PSA: Rockwell Sonicrafter Hyperlock Demo Video Fail – How NOT to Attach Cutting Blades
Just a quick PSA: this is an example of how not to attach cutting blades and accessories to oscillating multi-tools.
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