Editorial – Page 67

DIY & Home

“Kid Wood” and “Real Construction Tools”

Jan 13, 2012 Stuart 15 Comments

Foam “Kid Wood” and plastic “Real Construction” tools. Great for kids or a poor substitute for the real thing?

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My Top 5 Favorite Woodworking Tools of 2011

Jan 6, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

Here’s a quick look at my top 5 favorite woodworking tools (and accessories) of 2011.

Accessories

Caution: This is Why Cheap Drill Bit Sets are so Cheap

Dec 30, 2011 Stuart 14 Comments

Have you ever wondered how budget brands can offer large drill bit sets for so cheap?

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Tool & Hardware Store Gift Cards – Do You Love or Hate ’em?

Dec 29, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

I love spending gift cards on random tools that would otherwise stay on my wishlist. What about you? Love ’em or hate ’em?

Cordless

You Can Use an Impact Driver to Drill Holes, But Should You?

Dec 22, 2011 Stuart 31 Comments

We put together a short video to show why we don’t like using cordless screwdrivers and impact drivers to drill holes.

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ToolGuyd’s 3rd Birthday, Thanks to You!!

Dec 20, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Just a thank you note to mark the end of our 3rd year of operation.

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Home Depot, Lowe’s, Sears Customer Experience Report Card

Dec 15, 2011 Stuart 11 Comments

We’ve been doing a lot of tool shopping lately, and decided it was a good time to write a quick secret-shopper-type of report to grade the major big box tool and home improvement retailers.

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“USA Quality Guaranteed” – Just a Made-in China Decoration

Dec 13, 2011 Stuart 14 Comments

How disappointing is it that it became acceptable for companies to use “USA Quality Guaranteed” and related logos as mere decorations?

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Sears’ Tool Department – Great for Holiday Gifts and 365 Days/Year

Dec 8, 2011 Stuart 7 Comments

A recent experience made me think about what I love shopping at Sears’ tool department.

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Headlamps vs Cordless Work Lights, Which Do You Use More?

Dec 2, 2011 Stuart 11 Comments

What do you use more, headlamps or work lights? Neither? Share your favorites!

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Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Early-Black Friday Deal Shopping!

Nov 24, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! We hope you all have a warm and wonderful holiday with family and friends. Later on when you’re resting and digesting, be sure to head back here to check out our updated Black Friday Deals List. Lowes and Home Depot already kicked off their Black Friday deals, with Sears scheduled to go live […]

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Ridgid Compact Table Saw R45161 at Home Depot – a Good Buy?

Nov 22, 2011 Stuart 10 Comments

Ridgid’s newish R45161 portable table saw is receiving a bit of buzz these days, but is it a safe buy?

Drills & Drivers

Hammer Drill Driver vs. Impact Driver, What’s the Difference?

Nov 11, 2011 Stuart 18 Comments

If you’ve ever wondered about how an impact driver differs from a hammer drill, here’s a brief explanation.

Cordless

Craftsman C3 19.2V Power Tools, to Buy or Not to Buy?

Nov 9, 2011 Stuart 45 Comments

Don emailed in, asking for our take on Craftsman’s C3 19.2V cordless power tools.

Bit Holders & Drivers

5 Reasons to Buy a T-Handle Screwdriver Bit Holder

Nov 4, 2011 Stuart 12 Comments

Do you have a T-handle bit holder in your tool box? If not, here are a couple of good reasons why you should buy one.

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