Editorial – Page 70

Hammer Drills Demystified, and Why You Might Need One

Nov 30, 2010 Stuart Discuss

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 […]

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Black Friday Tool Deals & Common Sense

Nov 26, 2010 Stuart 2 Comments

Here’s a quick reminder of our Black Friday tool deals posts, and a few words of caution.

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Five Tools I Never Want to See Hit the Market

Nov 18, 2010 Stuart 4 Comments

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?

Awesome & Cool

A Few Fun Tool Closeup Photos

Nov 18, 2010 Stuart 8 Comments

Check out these closeup photos of some of the tools currently on my work bench.

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What Brands Should We Discuss or Review More in the Future?

Oct 27, 2010 Stuart 7 Comments

Please help us out by answering this question – what brands do you think we should discuss or review more often in the future?

Cordless

12V vs 18V Cordless Power Tools, Which to Buy?

Sep 24, 2010 Stuart 33 Comments

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 […]

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Why Home Depot’s Online Store Won’t Say Where Tools are Made

Sep 3, 2010 Stuart 20 Comments

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 […]

DIY & Home

Tips on Choosing Wood for a DIY Bit Holder

Aug 26, 2010 Stuart 3 Comments

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.

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What a Relief – Estwing to Keep Production in the USA!

Aug 20, 2010 Stuart 7 Comments

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:

Awesome & Cool

Striker LED Light Mine, Tool Bags, Pelican Cases & More

Aug 17, 2010 Stuart 1 Comment

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 […]

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Do You Collect Vintage Tools?

Aug 16, 2010 Alex 27 Comments

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 […]

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Craftsman Vintage 1/4″ Drive Socket Set

Aug 13, 2010 Alex 5 Comments

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 […]

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Ratchets, Sockets, Wrenches, oh My!

Aug 3, 2010 Stuart 6 Comments

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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So How Do You Like Your Screwdrivers?

Aug 2, 2010 Alex 11 Comments

After driving around and blinding everyone on the road, I decided that it was time to adjust the headlights on my truck. When I opened the screwdriver drawer of my toolbox, I was momentarily overwhelmed with the many tools choices ready to tackle the task at hand. We all know how important it is to have the […]

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PB Swiss & Wiha Sales on Amazon

Jul 29, 2010 Stuart 6 Comments

ToolGuyd contributor JeffD wanted to share these photos of his recent Amazon.com purchases. Can you guess what the total cost was for the above screwdrivers? Go head, guess.

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