So, I cut my thumb. Since I can’t really do anything until the pain subsides, here’s a brief account about what happened:
Imported Tools are Okay, Outsourced Tools are Not
After leaving a reply to an excellent article at One Project Closer I realized that I had a lot more to say about when I feel it’s okay to buy imported tools.
Even the Snap-on Guy Went Shopping on Black Friday
After transferring a few photos from my phone for today’s snowed-in post, I found these that were taken on Black Friday last month. It was mid-day on Black Friday, and Home Depot was on my way home, so I stopped by to pick up an item or two. As I was heading into the store, […]
Snowed-in and Stranded in Brooklyn
As is the case all over the northeast, Brooklyn received a massive amount of snow on Sunday. Nearly two days later, the streets still aren’t plowed, buses aren’t running, subways aren’t running, and it doesn’t look like conditions are improving anytime soon. What makes things worse are the drivers who are abandoning their vehicles in […]
SOG – an Example of Poor Customer Service
I’ve had a pretty disappointing experience with SOG’s customer service recently. Here’s what happened…
“Many-in-One” Tools are [Unfortunately] the Way of the Future
I read a frustrating article the other day, In Smartphone Era, Point and Shoots Stay Home, (also via Yahoo), which discusses how people are abondoning their point and shoot (P&S) cameras and using their iPhones, Androids & Blacberry smartphones’ built-in cameras. In a similar way, many DIYers are going gaga over all these “many-in-one” tools […]
Interviewed by Toolstop – Check Out Their Podcast!
Toolstop is a well established UK-based online tool retailer, and they’ve got a really nice blog with very frequent podcasts, tool tips, and product demo videos. They recently interviewed me for one of their podcasts, and it was quite an enjoyable experience. The audio quality of the podcast is superb, except for when I was […]
Hammer Drills Demystified, and Why You Might Need One
My article on hammer drills just went live on Popular Mechanics’ website. Titled Who Needs a Hammer Drill, the article discusses the benefits of a hammer drill, the differences between various tool styles, and talks a little about the appropriate drill bits. If you’re at all curious about hammer drills, check it out! Who Needs a Hammer […]
Black Friday Tool Deals & Common Sense
Here’s a quick reminder of our Black Friday tool deals posts, and a few words of caution.
Five Tools I Never Want to See Hit the Market
The following are five tools that I never want to see hit the market, let alone designed or even conceived. But, seeing what’s on the market now, these ideas aren’t as far-fetched as they seem. Can you think of any others?
A Few Fun Tool Closeup Photos
Check out these closeup photos of some of the tools currently on my work bench.
What Brands Should We Discuss or Review More in the Future?
Please help us out by answering this question – what brands do you think we should discuss or review more often in the future?
12V vs 18V Cordless Power Tools, Which to Buy?
A reader, Brian, sent in a great question the other day asking for our take about whether a 12V or 18V cordless power tool combo would be best for his planned projects. 12V lithium-ion cordless tools are becoming more powerful, ergonomic and feature-rich which each redesign as brands compete for market share. This makes it necessary to […]
Why Home Depot’s Online Store Won’t Say Where Tools are Made
While most power tools are now manufactured overseas, many hand tools are still made in the USA, Canada, England and other countries with long traditions of producing top-quality tools with pride. In recent years, more and more domestic factories have closed their doors and shuttered their windows, making it more important than ever to know where tools […]
Tips on Choosing Wood for a DIY Bit Holder
In response to our post about Jeff’s new DIY red oak hex bit holder, Scott emailed in a few tips about which types of wood are best for similar steel-bit holder projects.
What a Relief – Estwing to Keep Production in the USA!
Recently I heard accounts that made-in-Taiwan Estwing tools have been hitting the shelves at Home Depot. Worried that this indicated a shift in Estwing’s core USA-manufacturing ideals, I contacted them about this. Their response was very relieving:
Striker LED Light Mine, Tool Bags, Pelican Cases & More
Here’s a rundown of some of tool-related things we’ve been talking about over on our sister blog OhMyGuyd. Striker Magnetic LED Light Mine – this handy LED light belongs more on the refrigerator than in the workshop, but it’s nifty idea nonetheless. The price dropped to $7 this morning. Timbuk2 Tool Shed Bag – this tool roll looks to be […]
Do You Collect Vintage Tools?
In case you didn’t catch the post last week of my newest vintage Craftsman find, I enjoy collecting vintage tools. When it comes to collecting tools or anything else, I don’t do so because I think they’re valuable or might someday be valuable. I collect things that I like, things that I enjoy owning. I’m […]
Craftsman Vintage 1/4″ Drive Socket Set
I wanted to share with you my latest vintage tool find, a Craftsman 13 pc. 1/4″ drive socket set. The tools and case are all in working order and the set is 100% complete. The set includes 9 sockets, a ratchet, an extension, slide bar, and flex handle drive tool. All pieces have the “C” tail that […]
Ratchets, Sockets, Wrenches, oh My!
How many different tools can you use to tighten or loosen nuts and bolts? Many. Check out 10 Torque Tools for Nuts & Bolts over at Popular Mechanics, where I discuss some of the most popular options. Before you say it, yes, I know, my tools are too clean! I wipe ’em down after every […]
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