Editorial

OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 3: Test Fixture Optimization

May 12, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

We ironed out some wrinkles in our Bosch oscillating multi-tool blade comparison testing appartus.

Editorial

Do You Work Deliberately?

May 1, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

Here is some deep advice for you to think about the next few times you pick up a tool to work on something.

Editorial

The Metric System

May 1, 2014 Stuart 52 Comments

What are your thoughts on the metric system?

Editorial

What to do if You Cannot Access ToolGuyd

Apr 23, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

There is a ~1 in 1,000,000 chance of this happening, but here is what to do in case you think your access to ToolGuyd is being blocked.

Editorial

5 Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund on Tools

Apr 21, 2014 Stuart 27 Comments

Here are a couple of ideas on how you can spend your tax refund on tools.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Cheap Folding Knives That Don’t Suck!?

Apr 18, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

Do you have a favorite cheap folding knife that you could recommend? Please tell us about it!

DIY Projects

An Oscilloscope, an Arduino Servo PWM Signal, and a Wild-Goose Chase

Apr 4, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

I made some seriously silly mistakes recently when testing a new oscilloscope and “known” digital signal.

Editorial

Brand Name or Generic Power Tool Accessories?

Apr 2, 2014 Stuart 27 Comments

Do you tend to prefer brand-name power tool accessories, or whatever you can get your hands on?

DIY & Home

Vex Pneumatics Starter Kit – A Great Way to Get Into Linear Motion

Mar 31, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

If you have ever wanted to start working with pneumatic components but didn’t know where to start, Vex has a few kits and components that can help demystify things.

Editorial

How to Remove Ultra-Fine Aluminum Swarf/Chips/Slivers??

Mar 31, 2014 Stuart

Do you have any tips for removing ultra-fine dust-sized sharp metal bits from fingertips?

Editorial

What Do You Think About Trade-Specific Domain Names and Email Addresses?

Mar 25, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Did you know that instead of .com or .biz, tradesman can setup email addresses and websites using .contractor, .plumbing, and other similar TLDs?

Editorial

Test Apparatus Roadblock: Linear Bearings Issue

Mar 18, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

I ran into a linear bearings-related snag while building a testing apparatus for the Bosch OMT blade comparison project.

Editorial

What Do You Think About Screw and Fastener Assortments?

Mar 18, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

What do you think of screw and fastener assortments? Are they worth the money or not?

Editorial

Amazon Prime Price Increase: $79 to $99, Starting Soon

Mar 13, 2014 Stuart 26 Comments

FYI: Amazon Prime membership fee is soon going up to $99. Subscribe now or sign up for a free 30-day trial to lock in the $79 rate for one year.

Editorial

New Tool Buys: GoPro Hero 3+, 80/20 Framing, Emergency Stop Switch

Mar 6, 2014 Stuart 27 Comments

Here are a few of the tool-related things I’ve been shopping for. What have you purchased recently?

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