Hand Tools

Deals of the Day: Klein Tester Tool Bundles and Dremel Rotary Tool Set (8/21/2018)

Aug 21, 2018 Stuart 5 Comments

Today’s deals of the day feature select Klein tools, and a big Dremel rotary tool set. Read More

DealGuyd, Electrical Tools, Rotary Tools

The Chris Reeve Sebenza, a High-End USA-Made Knife – is it Worth it?

Aug 16, 2018 Anthony Sculimbrene 53 Comments

Are higher-priced knives like the Sebenza worth the premium? Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Editorial, Knives, Tool Reviews

Spyderco ClipiTool Standard Knife Multi-Tool Review

Aug 15, 2018 Anthony Sculimbrene 8 Comments

Anthony reviews the new Spyderco ClipiTool knife-based multi-tool. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Knives, Tool Reviews

Spec Mining: The Two Most Important Knife Specs that are Never Listed

Aug 13, 2018 Anthony Sculimbrene 18 Comments

When shopping for a new EDC pocket knife, there are two very important factors to look at. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Editorial, Knives

Screwdriver Markings on the Leatherman Wingman and Sidekick Multi-Tools

Aug 10, 2018 Stuart 19 Comments

Earlier today, I replied to a new comment to my Leatherman Sidekick Multi-Tool review. Gareth said: Nobody I’ve spoken to knows what the little + and – dents are for on the screw drivers. At first glance, the + is to identify one screwdriver as for Phillips-head fasteners, and the – is to identify the slotted […]

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Editorial, Reader Question

USA-Made 4-inch Adjustable Wrench?

Aug 9, 2018 Stuart 39 Comments

I could only find one tool brand that makes 4″ adjustable wrenches in the USA. The one I use – and can recommend – is made in Spain. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Hand Tools, Made in USA, Wrenches

New Buy: Mirka Hand Sander, Hose, and Abranet Sandpaper

Aug 9, 2018 Stuart 14 Comments

I just ordered a new Mirka hand sander with vacuum port, along with a hose and Abranet abrasive sheets to use with it. Read More

Hand Tools, Sanding Finishing

Invention: Allwrencher Smart Wrench, a Multi-Size Ratcheting Wrench

Aug 8, 2018 Stuart 39 Comments

The Smart Wrench is a new ratcheting self-adjusting wrench that reminds me of the Knipex Pliers Wrench. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Wrenches

How Often do Light Switches Fail?

Aug 3, 2018 Stuart 62 Comments

One of our Hubbell light switches failed after just 2 years. Hopefully it’s a fluke occurrence. Read More

Editorial, Electrical Tools

Dewalt Carbon Fiber Stapler Review

Aug 1, 2018 Stuart 30 Comments

I spent some more time with the Dewalt carbon fiber composite stapler today. Read More

Hand Tools

Home Depot Hooked us up with Some Sweet Impact Tools

Aug 1, 2018 Stuart 22 Comments

Home Depot sent over some new impact tools – a Husky socket set, torque wrench, and Dewalt mid-torque impact wrench. Read More

Cordless, Sockets & Drive Tools

Minimalist College or New Apartment Tool Kit

Jul 31, 2018 Stuart 50 Comments

I put together a new minimal tool kit, adding 2 new additions to my previous recommendations. Read More

Editorial, Hand Tools

Bessey KliKlamp Ratcheting Clamp Review

Jul 27, 2018 Stuart 21 Comments

I have been really liking my Bessey KliKlamp ratcheting clamps. They’ve grown on me over the years. Read More

Clamps, Tool Reviews

Wiss Straight-Cut Aviation Snips

Jul 25, 2018 Stuart 37 Comments

What can I say about these Wiss straight-cutting snips? For starters, I love them for general purpose tasks. Read More

Hand Tools, Tool Reviews

New Dewalt Ratchets are Hitting the Market

Jul 24, 2018 Stuart 47 Comments

Dewalt has come out with new open stock ratchets. We’re trying hard to be excited. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

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