Editorial

Researching a New SUV is Kicking My Butt

May 2, 2016 Stuart 171 Comments

I’ve started shopping for a new SUV, and it’s much harder than last time! Advice?

Drills & Drivers

Time For a Bigger Drill Press – Recommendations?

Apr 27, 2016 Stuart 50 Comments

If you have a relatively new drill press, would you recommend it?

Cordless

Have You Ever Broken a Plastic Drill Chuck?

Apr 25, 2016 Stuart 37 Comments

Let’s talk about metal vs. plastic drill chucks!

Editorial

Amazon vs. Sears Workbench Delivery Differences

Apr 21, 2016 Stuart 32 Comments

Sears’ workbench delivery? Perfect. Amazon’s workbench delivery? A box dropped from a helicopter might have landed in better condition than the one they delivered.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Screwdrivers vs. Bit Holders, Which do You Like Better?

Apr 14, 2016 Stuart 22 Comments

Which do you like better, individual screwdrivers, or 1/4″hex bit holding drivers?

Editorial

Let’s See Your DIY Workbench!

Apr 6, 2016 Stuart 23 Comments

What does your DIY workbench look like?

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

More Pro Tool Brands Need to Make Cordless Inflators!

Apr 5, 2016 Stuart 49 Comments

Do you wish that your favorite cordless power tool brand offered an air inflator?

Editorial

Thoughts About Field-Serviceable Hand Tools

Apr 4, 2016 Stuart 13 Comments

What are your thoughts about user-serviceable hand tools?

Editorial

Should You Buy Bosch Starlock Blades for Your Older Oscillating Multi-Tool?

Mar 28, 2016 Stuart 18 Comments

I was all set to pay little personal attention to Bosch’s new Starlock accessories, as I don’t own a Starlock oscillating tool, but there are 2 things that changed my mind: pricing and new features.

Editorial

The Handle of My Dewalt Hickory Hammer is a Decomposing Sticky Mess, How to Clean it?

Mar 25, 2016 Stuart 63 Comments

Any ideas on how to clean the sticky residue mess that used to be the grippy handle of my long-lost Dewalt hammer?

DIY & Home

We’ve Moved, OMG What Happened to My To-Do List?!

Mar 21, 2016 Stuart 52 Comments

We’ve moved, and my to-do list has exploded!

Announcements & Updates

Feedback Please: Potential Advertising Changes

Mar 9, 2016 Stuart 49 Comments

If you have the time, I’d appreciate reader feedback on a few advertising-related matters.

Editorial

2016 Woodworking Show from a Different Perspective

Mar 8, 2016 Benjamen 8 Comments

Ben visited the Woodworking Show in St. Paul – here’s some of what he saw and experienced there.

Cordless

Beyond Power and Runtime, What’s Next for Cordless Drills?

Mar 7, 2016 Stuart 60 Comments

Forget about torque, forget about runtime, check out these high tech cordless drill features.

Cordless

Why Won’t Power Tool Brands Standardize Their Battery Packs?

Feb 25, 2016 Stuart 83 Comments

Are power tool brands trying to screw us over for the sake of higher profits?

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