Layout & Measuring

Lufkin Tape Measure Keychain

Sep 20, 2018 Stuart 11 Comments

Lufkin’s 6-foot tape measure keychain is small and convenient. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Layout & Measuring

Mitutoyo 6″ Stainless Steel Ruler

Sep 14, 2018 Stuart 31 Comments

I bought a new 6″ ruler, and can heartily recommend it. Read More

Layout & Measuring, Precision Tools, Tool Reviews

New Milwaukee Stud Tape Measures

Aug 29, 2018 Benjamen 20 Comments

Milwaukee’s new Stud tape measure has a new tear resistant blade and can survive 80′ drops on packed earth. Read More

Layout & Measuring, New Tools

An Old-School Tool I Never Thought I’d Use with a Laser Level

Jul 16, 2018 Benjamen 22 Comments

Who knew that modern and traditional layout tools would work so well with each other. Read More

Editorial, Layout & Measuring

Do You Use Inflatable Air Shims such as the Winbag?

Jun 21, 2018 Stuart 45 Comments

Have you ever used a Winbag inflatable air shim? Read More

Awesome & Cool, Hand Tools, Layout & Measuring

Ryobi Tape Measures on Sale – Yes, RYOBI

Jun 4, 2018 Stuart 4 Comments

(2) Ryobi 25′ tape measures for $11. Seems like a good deal. Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

Deal: Stanley FatMax Tape Measure Promo Packs (2 for 1, Father’s Day 2018)

Jun 3, 2018 Stuart 16 Comments

Here’s a good deal on the (regular? Stanley FatMax tape measure. There’s a 2x 25′ promo pack, and a 25′ + 16′ bundle. Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

New Stanley FatMax USA-Made 25′ Tape Measure (2018 Version)

Jun 1, 2018 Stuart 33 Comments

Stanley FatMax has come out with a new “One Tape Fits All” long-lasting 25′ tape measure. Read More

Layout & Measuring, Made in USA, New Tools

New Milwaukee RedLithium USB Tools: Flashlights, Heated Gloves, and Digital Levels

May 31, 2018 Benjamen 27 Comments

Milwaukee introduced new flashlights, heated gloves, and a Redstick digital level, all powered by their RedLithium USB battery platform. Read More

Cordless, Flashlights, Layout & Measuring, New Tools, Work Clothes, Work Lights

Lufkin Black Widow Tape Measures, with Green on Black Markings

May 29, 2018 Benjamen 24 Comments

The Lufkin Black Widow 25′ tape measure has “Hi-Viz” green markings on a black background to help it stand out in dim lighting. Read More

Hand Tools, Layout & Measuring, New Tools

Has Amazon Made a Good Sharpie-Style Marker?

May 16, 2018 Stuart 29 Comments

Amazon has come out with their own brand of permanent marker. (And as of the time of this posting, the 24-count colored pack is on sale.) Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

The Everyman Grafton Mechanical Pencil

Apr 23, 2018 Stuart 36 Comments

There’s a new mechanical pencil that some of you might be interested in. Read More

Layout & Measuring, New Tools

New Milwaukee Auto-Locking Tape Measures

Apr 18, 2018 Stuart 24 Comments

Here’s a look at the new Milwaukee auto-locking tape measure. Read More

Layout & Measuring, New Tools

New Woodpeckers One Time Tool: Steel Straight Edges

Apr 3, 2018 Stuart 31 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with new steel straight edges, available for preorder for a limited time. Read More

Layout & Measuring, Made in USA, New Tools, Woodworking

Amazon Dewalt Tool Deals of the Day (1/17/2018)

Jan 17, 2018 Stuart 11 Comments

There are some Dewalt laser level bundle deals today. Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

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