Hand Tools

Check out This Dewalt ToughSystem Mechanics Tool Set and Tool Box Bundle!

Oct 22, 2019 Stuart 30 Comments

Dewalt has come out with a new mechanics tool set that’s bundled with a ToughSystem tool box. Read More

New Craftsman VersaStack Mechanics Tool Set

Oct 18, 2019 Stuart 54 Comments

We don’t know much about the new Craftsman VersaStack mechanics tool set, but there’s enough for a quick look. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools

Sonic Tools – What’s Changed Since Their USA Mechanics Tools Launch 4 Years Ago?

Oct 16, 2019 Stuart 14 Comments

Four years after their launch in the USA, are Sonic Tools any more popular or prevalent? Read More

Editorial, Hand Tools, Mechanics' Tools

Waterproof Heat Shrink Wire Splice Connectors – Good or Gimmick?

Oct 15, 2019 Stuart 34 Comments

What’s your take on “waterproof solder heat shrink wire connectors”? Read More

Electrical Tools, Reader Question

SATA, a Gearwrench Sibling, Launches Amazon-Exclusive Line of Mechanics Tools

Oct 14, 2019 Stuart 24 Comments

Apex Tool Group (owner of Crescent and Gearwrench) has launched SATA tools as an Amazon exclusive. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Screwdrivers, Sockets & Drive Tools

Amazon Gives “Amazon’s Choice” Badge to Different Wera Rapidaptor Bit Holders

Oct 9, 2019 Stuart 6 Comments

The “Amazon’s Choice” label switched from Wera’s non-magnetic bit holder to their magnetic one. Read More

Bit Holders & Drivers, Editorial, Power Tool Accessories

What do You See in this Crescent Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measure Promo Image?

Oct 3, 2019 Stuart 57 Comments

I lover over-analyzing tool product images. What’s going on here? Read More

Layout & Measuring

New Klein Mini Screwdriver Bit Ratchet Set for Electricians

Sep 30, 2019 Stuart 44 Comments

Klein has come out with a new mini bit ratchet set. Read More

Bit Holders & Drivers, Electrical Tools, New Tools, Screwdrivers, Sockets & Drive Tools

New Crescent and Husky Extendable Rafter Squares

Sep 20, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

Crescent and Husky have come out with a new 6″ rafter square with fold-out extension arm. Read More

Layout & Measuring, New Tools

New Milwaukee FastBack Knife and Multi-Tool (“5-in-1”)

Sep 19, 2019 Stuart 42 Comments

Here’s a look at Milwaukee’s new FastBack multi-tool. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Knives, New Tools

Makita Drill and Impact-Ready Hollow Sockets for Threaded Rod

Sep 18, 2019 Benjamen 25 Comments

Makita impact-ready hollow sockets allow for fast-spinning of nuts along threaded rod. Read More

Power Tool Accessories, Sockets & Drive Tools

Wera 2019 Advent Calendar Tool Set is Here, and We’re Giving One Away!

Sep 17, 2019 Stuart 271 Comments

Wera’s 2019 Advent calendar tool set is now available. Read More

DealGuyd, Hand Tools, New Tools

New Wera Impact, Deep, and Insulated Bit Sockets Sets are Coming Soon

Sep 16, 2019 Ben V 39 Comments

Wera is soon coming out with deep sockets, insulated sockets, and bit sockets. Read More

Electrical Tools, Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

New Southwire Made-in-America Screwdrivers Do Have Size Markings

Sep 16, 2019 Stuart 9 Comments

Oh, so the new Southwire USA-made screwdrivers do have handle-end size markings. Read More

Made in USA, New Tools, Screwdrivers

The New Milwaukee M12 Cordless Torque Wrench Explained

Sep 11, 2019 Stuart 22 Comments

We learned a whole lot more about Milwaukee’s new motorized digital torque wrenches. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Knipex Pliers and Hand Tools – “SBA” Means Retail Packaging

Sep 9, 2019 Stuart 9 Comments

The “SBA” in Knipex model numbers (at least in my experience so far) indicates retail packaging. Read More

Editorial, Pliers

New Makita 2-in-1 Cordless Ratchet has Interchangeable 1/4″ and 3/8″ Anvils

Sep 6, 2019 Stuart 23 Comments

Makita has come out with a new cordless ratchet that features interchangeable anvil sizes. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

New Southwire USA-Made Screwdrivers

Sep 6, 2019 Stuart 24 Comments

It seems that Southwire is launching a new line of USA-made screwdrivers. Read More

Made in USA, New Tools, Screwdrivers

Teaser: New Milwaukee M12 Fuel Motorized Digital Torque Wrench

Sep 5, 2019 Stuart 39 Comments

Have you heard about Milwaukee M12 Fuel motorized digital torque wrench? Here’s a teaser. Read More

Cordless, Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Reader Question: Can You Use Milwaukee’s Cordless Ratchets Manually for Final Tightening?

Sep 4, 2019 Stuart 41 Comments

Today I learned that you shouldn’t be turning cordless ratchets by hand (unpowered) for final tightening. Read More

Cordless, Sockets & Drive Tools

Frank D on Lowe’s is Clearing Out Bosch Screwdriver Bits at Some (All??) Stores: “In other news, my HD is clearancing various 3M Personal Protective Equipment ...”
Logir on Lowe’s is Clearing Out Bosch Screwdriver Bits at Some (All??) Stores: “Apparently drinking makes some people very much on edge!”
Logir on Lowe’s is Clearing Out Bosch Screwdriver Bits at Some (All??) Stores: “Source???????? Crazy”
Logir on Lowe’s is Clearing Out Bosch Screwdriver Bits at Some (All??) Stores: “That's actually neat - almost all other driving bits are chinese. At least my makita, milkyway and dewalt are…”
Kizzle on My Local Lowe’s Has Some Holiday 2019 Tool Deals on Display: “The Craftsman gyro screwdriver is available for purchase? Can't seem to find it online anywhere. You really think the price…”
MichaelHammer on Check out This Dewalt ToughSystem Mechanics Tool Set and Tool Box Bundle!: “I’m guessing it is because the tough system has to be waterproof. I can imagine that it would be…”