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Porter Cable 20V Max Lithium Ion Battery

Cordless

FYI, Porter Cable 20V Max and 18V Tools and Batteries are NOT Cross-Compatible

Feb 14, 2013 Stuart 86 Comments

On this week’s episode of Does it Fit? we look at Porter Cable’s 20V Max and 18V Li-ion cordless tools and batteries.

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Hammer Drill

Drills & Drivers

Get Ready for the Brushless Drill Parade

Feb 13, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

I think that 2013 will be a big year for new brushless drills and hammer drills. Do you agree or disagree?

Cordless

Cordless Power Tool FAQ: What Does “Ah” Really Mean?

Feb 8, 2013 Stuart 133 Comments

Now seems to be a good time to discuss a battery’s Ah (amp-hours) rating and what it really means.

Ridgid R86008K X4 Compact Cordless Drill Driver

Editorial

Ridgid “X5” 18V Cordless Tools – Evidence and Predictions

Feb 4, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

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.

SVS Sound Logo

Editorial

“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Phone Call with an SVS “Sound Expert”

Jan 28, 2013 Stuart 5 Comments

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.

Sears Tool Expert Chat

Editorial

“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Chat with a Sears Tool Expert

Jan 27, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

Our chat with a Sears “tool expert” did not go as expected at all.

Husky Customer Chat Window

Editorial

“Expert Advice” Case Study: A Chat with a Home Depot Husky Tool Specialist

Jan 26, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

How did our chat with a “Husky Tool Specialist” go? Better than expected – they were at least familiar with Husky’s product line.

Husky Customer Chat Window

Editorial

Can You Trust Customer Service for Product Recommendations?

Jan 26, 2013 Stuart 1 Comment

Can you trust the product advice and recommendations offered by brand and retailer customer service reps?

Black & Decker Gyro Side

Editorial

Our Top 10 Favorite New Tools and Accessories of 2012

Dec 31, 2012 Stuart 1 Comment

Here are our 10 favorite new tools and accessories of 2012. What would you add to the list?

Editorial

2013 Tools & Accessories Wishlist

Dec 28, 2012 Stuart 12 Comments

What’s at the top of your 2013 tool wishlist?

Kobalt Ratcheting Screwdriver Set

Editorial

Should You Buy That New Kobalt Ratcheting Screwdriver at Lowes?

Nov 16, 2012 Stuart 15 Comments

It has come to my attention that I own far too many Kobalt screwdrivers and especially ratcheting screwdrivers.

Craftsman Max Axess Wrench vs Bionic Wrench

Editorial

Craftsman Max Axess Wrench vs. Loggerhead Tools Bionic Wrench

Nov 9, 2012 Stuart 27 Comments

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.

Editorial

Post-Sandy Situation in Brooklyn, NY

Nov 2, 2012 Stuart 2 Comments

I know you guys might be tired of the post-Sandy coverage, but here are a few observations about the scene in Brooklyn.

Stanley 95-112 LED Tripod Flashlight

DIY & Home

Blackout Flashlight MVPs

Nov 2, 2012 Stuart 8 Comments

Some of our flashlights and worklights proved to be more useful than others during the ongoing power outage caused by Hurricane Sandy.

Editorial

Hurricane Sandy Aftermath: 5 Things We Learned

Nov 2, 2012 Stuart 10 Comments

The aftermath of Hurricane Sandy opened our eyes about how many people around us were caught completely unprepared.

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