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Spec Ops Tape Measure

Layout & Measuring

Spec Ops Tools Tape Measures

Jan 14, 2021 Stuart 43 Comments

Amazon caught my attention with sponsored listings for Spec Ops Tools tape measures. Read More

Komelon Tape Measure with LED Flashlight

Layout & Measuring

True or False? The World Needs this Komelon Tape Measure with Built-in Flashlight

Jan 13, 2021 Stuart 35 Comments

Here’s a 25′ tape measure with built-in LED worklight. Read More

Empire Level 6-inch Combination Square

Layout & Measuring

I’m Buying Another Empire Combination Square (2020 Gift Guide)

Dec 19, 2020 Stuart 61 Comments

I picked up an Empire combination square recently, and am now ordering the other size as well. Read More

Bosch Professional Lasers in Green and Red

Layout & Measuring

New Bosch Laser Distance Measuring Tools – Red and GREEN! (GLM 50-27 C)

Nov 23, 2020 Stuart 3 Comments

Bosch has come out even more feature-rich laser distance measuring tools. Read More

Bosch GLL25-10 Laser Level

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DEAL: Bosch Cross Laser Level for $34

Nov 18, 2020 Stuart 6 Comments

Here’s another Bosch laser level deal. Read More

Bosch Black Friday Screwdriver Bit Set Deal Black Friday 2020

Cordless

Bosch Black Friday 2020 Tool Deals

Nov 10, 2020 Stuart 11 Comments

Here’s a look at the Bosch Black Friday and Holiday 2020 tool deals we’ve come across so far. Frankly, we expected more. Read More

Milwaukee 48-22-0425 Compact Tape Measure 25-Foot

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Milwaukee Compact 25′ Tape Measure 2-Pack for $10 w/ Free Shipping

Nov 7, 2020 Stuart 26 Comments

Run, don’t walk to snag this Milwaukee tape measure 2-pack deal. Read More

Bosch GLL30 Kit

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Check Out This Bosch GLL-30 Cross-Line Laser Level Deal!

Nov 6, 2020 Stuart 7 Comments

This is a good value-priced cross-line laser level for shorter range interior applications. Read More

Bosch GLM165-10 Laser Distance Measuring Tool

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Hot Deal: Bosch GLM165-10 Laser Distance Measuring Tool

Nov 2, 2020 Stuart 14 Comments

Here is another fantastic-value Bosch laser distance measuring tool deal! Read More

Bosch GLM 20X Laser Distance Measuring Tool

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This Bosch Deal Should be Your First Laser Distance Measuring Tool

Oct 26, 2020 Stuart 13 Comments

This Bosch laser distance measuring tool is a great entry laser or convenient pocket model, and it’s on sale now. Read More

Milwaukee Green Laser with Micro-Adjust Base

Cordless

New Milwaukee Green Laser Levels, and Why You Should Care

Sep 10, 2020 Stuart 41 Comments

Here is everything you need to know about Milwaukee’s new green laser levels! Read More

Milwaukee Packout Cart with Drawered Tool boxes

Cordless

New Milwaukee Packout Tool Boxes and Lasers! – Pipeline Rundown 2

Sep 10, 2020 Stuart 21 Comments

Here’s a rundown of all of the new Milwaukee tools announced during Pipeline Episode 2. Read More

Franlin Prosensor M150 Stud Finder

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Harbor Freight Now Sells Select Brand-Name Tools?!

Aug 26, 2020 Stuart 40 Comments

Since when did Harbor Freight start selling other brands of tools? Read More

My DIY Multi-Function Table - Part 1 Goals and the Frame

Layout & Measuring

Upgrade Your Workbench: Accessories for the 2096 Bench Dog System

Aug 14, 2020 Ben V 23 Comments

Here are some ways to accessories 20mm dog holes on your workbench. Read More

Lee Valley Notepad

Editorial

Get Yourself a Good Notepad

Jul 14, 2020 Stuart 27 Comments

If you’ve been planning out your projects on paper scraps and envelopes, it might be time to buy a proper notepad. Read More

Staedtler Norica Pencil

Layout & Measuring

My Favorite Wood Pencil: Staedtler Norica

Jul 10, 2020 Stuart 37 Comments

I’ve been doing a lot of project planning this week, and so it seems like a good time to talk about my favorite wood pencil. Read More

Milwaukee I-Beam Level Plumb Applications

Layout & Measuring

New Milwaukee USA-Made Magnetic I-Beam Levels

Jul 6, 2020 Stuart 14 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a trio of new magnetic I-beam levels. Read More

Narex Marking Knife

Hand Tools

Why You Should Buy a Marking Knife

Jun 30, 2020 Stuart 29 Comments

If you haven’t used a marking knife before, there’s no time like the present! Read More

Milwaukee Stud 25ft Tape Measure in a medium sized hand

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(SOLD OUT) Deal: Milwaukee Stud Tape Measure for $10, and from a Surprising Source

Apr 28, 2020 Stuart 12 Comments

Amazon has the Milwaukee STUD tape measure on sale for $10. Read More

Johnson 750 Angle and Slope Finder

Layout & Measuring

Johnson Angle Finder, a Pitch and Slope Locator

Feb 20, 2020 Stuart 7 Comments

The Johnson 750 is a quick and simple angle-finding tool with built-in slope and pitch gauge. Read More

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