Layout & Measuring

Hand Tools

Johnson’s New Bamboo Squares

Jan 30, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Johnson Level is coming out with new t-bevels and try squares with bamboo and “carbonized bamboo” handles.

DIY & Home

Holiday Deal: Black & Decker SureGrip Laser Level for $12

Dec 3, 2012 Stuart 1 Comment

Black & Decker’s SureGrip laser level is on sale for less than $15.

Hand Tools

New Lufkin P1000 Tape Measures

Nov 7, 2012 Stuart 3 Comments

Lufkin has come out with new P1000 and P2000 series tape measures that are said to be strong and durable enough for the roughest and toughest jobsites.

Hand Tools

Stanley FatMax Magnetic Tape Measure

Sep 7, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Stanley’s newest FatMax tape measure features a strong magnetic hook.

Hand Tools

New Supersized Lagesse Combination Squares

Aug 1, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

These new USA-made combination squares are extra-wide for extra stability.

Electrical Tools

Sneak Preview: Milwaukee Torpedo Levels

Jun 21, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

Milwaukee’s got two new torpedo levels scheduled for late-2012 release.

Hand Tools

Dewalt Torpedo Level

Jun 12, 2012 Stuart 7 Comments

Dewalt’s new torpedo level is said to be tough yet lightweight, and it won’t break your budget.

Layout & Measuring

FastCap Square N Tape Review

Feb 27, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

FastCap’s Square N Tape is a mini square and layout tool that packs several handy features in a pocketable package.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Cardstick Stickers Turn Your Credit Card into a Ruler

Feb 1, 2012 Stuart 1 Comment

Have you ever wished you had a small ruler handy for quick measuring tasks? Why not make your own with a graduated sticker and a credit card.

Layout & Measuring

Mnpctech Modder Ruler Review

Jan 19, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Head on over to Make to check out my review of the Mnpctech Modder Ruler .

Layout & Measuring

Bosch GLR500 Laser Distance Measuring Tool $150!

Dec 6, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Amazon lightning deal – Bosch high-end laser distance measuring tool for $150 (save ~$100).

Layout & Measuring

Stanley Powerlock Tape Measure 4-Pack for $9.88 Free Shipping!!

Nov 25, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Stanley Powerlock tape measure 4-pack for less than $10 and with free shipping!! That’s better than what Amazon can do for any of the 3 larger tapes!

Hand Tools

New Swanson Savage Pro Hand Tools Preview

Nov 14, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

Swanson tools is releasing a new line of professional layout and hand tools under the newly created Savage brand. Only a few details are available right now, but what we’ve seen looks promising.

Hand Tools

New USA Tape Measures

Sep 19, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

Harry Epstein has rolled out two made-in-USA tape measures that are made by US Tape.

Hand Tools

New Channellock Levels!

Jul 11, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Channellock has just announced a new line of professional levels!

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