Hand Tools

Fusion Contigua Carabiner – a Versatile USA-made Accessory

Jan 17, 2019 Stuart 7 Comments

Meet one of my favorite accessories, the USA-made Contigua carabiner. Read More

Hand Tools, Made in USA, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites

Thoughts on Harbor Freight AMES Multimeters?

Jan 14, 2019 Stuart 58 Comments

What do you think about Harbor Freight Ames multimeters? Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools, Test & Measurement

Blu Notebook, with Blueprint-Like Paper

Jan 10, 2019 Stuart 28 Comments

Blu Notebooks caught my attention by featuring blueprint-like paper. Read More

Layout & Measuring, New Tools

Nose Syringe Bulbs in my Toolbox?

Jan 9, 2019 Stuart 12 Comments

Here’s a drugstore item that has tool-related uses. Read More

Hand Tools

Engineer Solder Sucker – a Great Desoldering Pump

Jan 4, 2019 Stuart 37 Comments

Here’s a good desoldering pump. Read More

Electrical Tools, Tool Reviews

Otis Brushes are Great for Cleaning Parts

Jan 4, 2019 Stuart 43 Comments

Otis brushes can be used for all kinds of small part cleaning tasks. Read More

Hand Tools, Made in USA

5 Useful Hand Tools – Which Have You Seen Before?

Jan 3, 2019 Stuart 53 Comments

Here are 5 tools that might be new to you. Read More

Editorial, Hand Tools

Noga Deburring Tools

Jan 1, 2019 Stuart 13 Comments

As I think about my favorite hand tools, Noga deburring tools come to mind. Read More

Hand Tools, ToolGuyd Favorites

What’s the Difference Between Calipers and Micrometers

Jan 1, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

Here’s some quick information about calipers and micrometers and how they differ. Read More

Layout & Measuring, Precision Tools

Harbor Freight to Launch new Premium ICON Tools and Storage in 2019

Dec 31, 2018 Stuart 55 Comments

Harbor Freight is launching premium ICON hand tools and storage products in 2019. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools

Double-Checking My Anvil Tape Measure’s Marking Widths

Dec 20, 2018 Stuart 41 Comments

I suppose this is a good example of why it’s sometimes better to read a ruler or tape measure from 1″ instead of starting at zero. Read More

Editorial, Layout & Measuring

I Bought an Anvil Tape Measure Keychain for $1

Dec 19, 2018 Stuart 26 Comments

This is the cheapest tape measure I have ever used. Read More

Layout & Measuring

Rotring Mechanical Pencil Deal of the Day (12/19/18)

Dec 19, 2018 Stuart 21 Comments

This cool, classy, and well-made mechanical pencil is on sale, today only. Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

The Almost Perfect Splinter-Grabbing Tweezers

Dec 18, 2018 Stuart 32 Comments

These are the tweezers I’ve been using for splinter removal lately. Read More

Hand Tools, Tool Reviews

USA-Made Dewalt Screwdrivers

Dec 18, 2018 Stuart 54 Comments

Did you know that Dewalt offers a line of USA-made screwdrivers? Read More

Made in USA, Screwdrivers, Tool Reviews

Extra Tools You’ll Need for 3D Printing

Dec 17, 2018 Benjamen 16 Comments

After you purchase a 3D printer, you’ll probably need a few extra tools – here are some recommendations. Read More

Digital Fabrication, Hand Tools

Lots of Mora Knives are on Sale, Starting at $9, Today Only (12/15/18)

Dec 15, 2018 Stuart 15 Comments

A whole lot of Mora knives are on sale, today only, starting at $9. Read More

DealGuyd, Knives

Recommended EDC Multi-Tool and LED Light Combo for Under $50 (2019 Edition)

Dec 14, 2018 Anthony Sculimbrene 25 Comments

Here are EDC knife & light combo recommendations for under $50. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Knives, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Recommendations

Deal of the Day: Kershaw Leek Folding Knife – Made in USA for $24 (12/14/18)

Dec 14, 2018 Stuart 16 Comments

The awesome USA-made Kershaw Leek folding knife is on sale, today only, starting at $24! Read More

DealGuyd, EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Knives, Made in USA

FREE Mini Knife with $89 Knife, Multi-Tool, or Related Gear Purchase

Dec 13, 2018 Stuart 2 Comments

Spend $89 on knives or related gear, get a free Kershaw Cinder keychain-sized knife and bottle opener. Read More

DealGuyd, Knives

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