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Rockler Brass Setup Bars

Layout & Measuring

Router Table and Table Saw Setup Bars

Jun 28, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

For quick and easy router table bit and table saw blade height adjustments, consider giving these inexpensive setup bars a try.

Johnson Big J Hardwood Level Center Vial Closeup

Hand Tools

Big Johnson Hardwood Level Review

May 27, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Johnson’s Big J hardwood level is a beautifully crafted tool that’s built for performance and accuracy. While we liked the level, it’s not perfect. Check out our review for the full story.

Black & Decker SureGrip Laser Level

Hand Tools

Black & Decker SureGrip Laser Level

May 24, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Black & Decker’s new SureGrip laser level is designed to make it ridiculously quick and easy to hang pictures, mount shelves, and install any other wall-fixture that needs to be level.

Woodpeckers One Time Tool Carpenters Squares

Hand Tools

Woodpeckers Carpenter Square One-Time Tools

May 2, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Woodpeckers is at it again with another one-time tool – a pair of carpenter squares available in both inch and metric sizes.

M-Power R1 Tape Measure

Hand Tools

M-Power R1 Right-Handed Tape Measure

Apr 21, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

M.Power designed their R1 tape measure so that right-handed folk can hold it in their left hand and make marks with their right.

Dewalt 25 Foot Measuring Tape

Hand Tools

Dewalt 25 Foot Measuring Tape with 13-ft Blade Standout

Apr 18, 2011 Stuart 7 Comments

Dewalt’s new 25′ tape measure has a 13′ standout and looks to have been designed with usability and jobsite conditions in mind.

Staedtler Graphite 771 Mechanical Pencil

Hand Tools

Staedtler Graphite 771 1.3mm Mechanical Pencil

Apr 8, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

Looking for a robust mechanical pencil more suitable for heavier duty use than a typical drafting or writing pencil? Check out the Staedtler 771!

Woodpeckers One-Time Tools Saddle T-Square

Hand Tools

Last Day to Order Woodpeckers Saddle T-Square

Mar 21, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Reminder: Woodpeckers’ saddle t-square ordering window ends tonight at midnight. After that, there’s no telling whether these one-time tools will be made ever again.

Starrett Pocket Level

Hand Tools

Is That a Starrett Level, in Your Pocket?

Mar 18, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Looking for a precise pocket-friendly bubble level for machine shop and on-the-go use? These Starrett pocket levels are up to the job!

Woodpeckers One-Time Tools Saddle T-Square

Hand Tools

Woodpeckers One-Time Tool Saddle T-Square

Mar 14, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Woodpeckers’ has released a new limited run one-time tool, a saddle t-square, which looks great for precision layout tasks.

Johnson Level and Tool Glo-View Digital Level

Layout & Measuring

Johnson Glo-View Digital Level

Mar 7, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

With easy-to-read level vials and digital measurements in 5 different unit formats, Johnson’s Glo-View Digital Level looks to be a very capable level.

Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil

DIY & Home

Pentel GraphGear 1000 Mechanical Pencil is Excellent for Shop Use

Feb 15, 2011 Stuart 13 Comments

In the search for a good quality mechanical pencil for technical drawing and more precise layout work and shop use, I have come across the incredibly comfortable and workshop-friendly Pentel GraphGear 1000.

Mnpctech Modder Ruler and Gauge and Layout Tool

Hand Tools

Mnpctech Case Modding Ruler is a Handy Layout Tool & Sizing Gauge

Feb 10, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Mnpctech’s Modder Ruler & Gauge is a ruler, a sizing gauge, a layout tool, a reference chart, and quite a bit more. If you’re into case modding, you’ll definitely want to take a closer look at this. The Modder Ruler is also handy for smaller scale robotics, electronics, and other such projects.

Woodpeckers 640 Square One-Time Tool Jan 2011

Hand Tools

Woodpeckers 4″x6″ Woodworking Square Deadline Approaches, Plus Incra Alternates

Jan 21, 2011 Stuart Discuss

The order deadline for Woodpeckers’ 4″ x 6″ woodworking squares is this Monday. If miss this chance, don’t despair – there’s a similar Incra design that should work almost as well.

Mitutoyo Digitmatic Digital Caliper 6-Inch 500-196-20

Hand Tools

Bridge City Tools on Digital Calipers – “You Get What You Pay For”

Jan 14, 2011 Stuart 12 Comments

Bridge City Tool Works tested a $1000 assortment of calipers before coming to a solid conclusion: you get what you pay for. From their testing, one brand and model stood out amongst the rest.

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