Electrical 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

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

New Milwaukee Mini Flush Cutting Pliers

May 9, 2018 Stuart 32 Comments

Milwaukee is coming out with new mini flush-cutting pliers. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools, Pliers, Precision Tools

New Klein “Hybrid” Pliers with Crimper

May 2, 2018 Stuart 21 Comments

Klein has come out with new multi-functional “Hybrid” electrical pliers. Read More

Electrical Tools, Made in USA, New Tools, Pliers

How to Hold Big-Loop Electrician’s Scissors

May 1, 2018 Stuart 15 Comments

How do you hold electrician’s scissors? Read More

Editorial, Electrical Tools

StewMac Solder Monster, a New Long Reach 3rd Hands Tool

Mar 2, 2018 Stuart 28 Comments

StewMac has a new soldering workcenter out. Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools

What the Heck are Milwaukee’s ECX Screwdrivers and Bits for?

Feb 16, 2018 Benjamen 86 Comments

Just what are ECX screwdrivers and bits? What kind of screws are they designed to drive? Read on to find out. Read More

Electrical Tools, Fasteners, Screwdrivers

NASA: Wireless Anti-Static Wrist Straps Don’t Work

Feb 5, 2018 Stuart 39 Comments

According to NASA (and many user reviews), cordless anti-static wrist straps simply don’t work. Read More

Electrical Tools

New Klein “Powered by Dewalt” Cordless Power Tools

Jan 24, 2018 Stuart 22 Comments

Klein has launched a new line of Dewalt 20V Max-compatible power tools aimed at linesmen and other such electrical workers. Read More

Cordless, Electrical Tools, New Tools

New Southwire USA-Made Tools – Pliers, Cutters, Wire Strippers

Dec 8, 2017 Stuart 20 Comments

New USA-made Southwire tools are coming to a Lowes near you. Read More

Electrical Tools, Made in USA, New Tools

Deal: Irwin Self-Adjusting Wire Stripper

Nov 28, 2017 Stuart 29 Comments

This popular Irwin wire stripper is on sale for $16. Read More

DealGuyd, Electrical Tools

Klein 7-Tool Electrical Tool Kit for $50

Nov 20, 2017 Stuart 7 Comments

Here’s a rundown of current Klein electrical tool set deals. Read More

DealGuyd, Electrical Tools, Made in USA, Pliers, Screwdrivers

From Outlet and Light Switch Replacement to Box Sizing Questions and More

Oct 11, 2017 Stuart 51 Comments

All I wanted to do was replace some outlets and a light switch, but then came the questions. Read More

Editorial, Electrical Tools

New Southwire 8″ High Leverage Diagonal Cutting Pliers

Aug 8, 2017 Stuart 30 Comments

Southwire came out with new 8″ high leverage diagonal cutters.f Read More

Electrical Tools, New Tools, Pliers

Klein Sent us a Video-Playing Press Kit to Promote Their New Heavy Duty Wire Strippers

Jul 5, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

Klein sent over a fun press kit to promote their new heavy duty pliers, and I just had to share! Read More

Electrical Tools, Made in USA, New Tools, Pliers

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