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Swanson Speed Square Worn Corners

Editorial

Swanson Speed Squares Have Rounded Edges, Exclamation Point, Question Mark

Dec 14, 2017 Stuart 18 Comments

I was surprised to find Swanson Speed Squares with broken-in edges and corners.

Stanley 25-Foot Lever Lock Tape Measure

Layout & Measuring

Add This $4 Stanley LeverLock Tape Measure to Your Next Amazon Order

Nov 20, 2017 Stuart 6 Comments

If you’ve never tried Stanley’s LeverLock tape measure, or you have and love it, you can snag it now for $3.99.

Bosch GLL 2 Cross Line Laser Level

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Good Deal: Bosch Basic Laser Tools at Deep Discounts

Nov 18, 2017 Stuart 10 Comments

There’s a good deal on a Bosch entry-level laser distance measuring tool, and on a self-leveling laser level.

Empire Level Pro Deal at Home Depot

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Empire Level True Blue 48″ + 24″ I-Beam Level Deal

Nov 14, 2017 Stuart 19 Comments

Buy 2 Empire levels for less than the price of 1? Good deal.

Stanley Hi-Vis Tape Measures Lowes Holiday 2015

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Stanley Hi-Viz Tape Measure Promo Set is Back

Nov 14, 2017 Stuart 8 Comments

A Stanley hi-viz tape measure 4-pack is back for the holiday shopping season. It’s a great buy.

Dewalt DCK277C2 20V Brushless Drill and Impact Driver Kit with Rotomolded Cooler

Cordless

Cold Deal? Dewalt Brushless Drill and Impact Driver Combo and Cooler Kit

Nov 13, 2017 Stuart 24 Comments

What do you think about this Dewalt brushess drill and impact driver combo plus cooler bundle?

Stanley FatMax Tape Measure 33-725

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Stanley FatMax 25-foot Tape Measure 2-Pack

Nov 13, 2017 Stuart 5 Comments

Grab a new tape plus a spare with this 2-for-1 Stanley FatMax tape measures promo pack.

DEWALT DW088K Self-Leveling Cross Line Laser

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Deals of the Day: Dewalt Laser Level Bundle, Small Butcher Block, Garage Storage Products (10/24/17)

Oct 24, 2017 Stuart 12 Comments

There are a few noteworthy deals for today.

TG Jr With Milwaukee Tape Measure

Editorial

When Did You Learn How to Use a Tape Measure?

Oct 12, 2017 Stuart 67 Comments

When did you learn how to use a tape measure? Where? School, home, or work?

Accu-Gage Dial Tire Gauge

Layout & Measuring

Accu-Gage Dial Tire Gauge Review

Sep 12, 2017 Benjamen 43 Comments

The Accu-Gage is an affordable tire pressure gauge with analog dial and bleeder valve for under $10.

RevMark 4-day Uncapped Ink Drying Test Repeated

Layout & Measuring

RevMark Marker 99-Hour Dryout Test Repeated

Aug 16, 2017 Stuart 20 Comments

I had to repeat our uncapped “will it dry out?” test of a RevMark marker.

Snap Back Chalk Line

Hand Tools

Snap Back Self-Releasing Chalk Line Tip

Aug 7, 2017 David Frane 11 Comments

“Snap Back” is a self-releasing chalk line tip upgrade for your reel.

Revmark Marker Dry-Out Prevention Claims Test

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What Happens if You Leave a RevMark Marker Uncapped for 4 Days?

Aug 7, 2017 Stuart 8 Comments

We put RevMark’s “our markers won’t dry out if uncapped for 3 days” claim to the test.

Revmark Marker Product Features

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RevMark QuickDraw Markers – To Call This a “Hands”-On Would Be Misleading

Aug 2, 2017 Stuart 24 Comments

The RevMark quick-draw marker has a unique and belt-clippable cap.

Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS 2-Line Scientific Calculator

Editorial

Scientific Calculators for Workshop Use?

Jul 31, 2017 Stuart 33 Comments

I bought a new scientific calculator today for the workshop, and am wondering if I’m alone in wanting a real calculator that’s not on my phone or computer.

Ryobi 25-foot Tape Measure

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New Ryobi Tape Measure – Where’s the Battery, Laser, or Bluetooth Connectivity?

Jul 28, 2017 Stuart 22 Comments

Ryobi’s coming out with a tape measure. Yes, a tape measure – a good ol’ manual one.

Dewalt DW030PL 30ft Laser Distance Measuring Tool

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Dewalt Pocket Laser Distance Measurer, DW030PL, for $20

Jul 26, 2017 Stuart 17 Comments

Dewalt has come out with a new teeny tiny pocketable 30-foot laser distance measuring tool that has an MSRP of $20.

Kapro 846 Cyclops Level side view

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Kapro 846 Cyclops Level

Jul 25, 2017 David Frane 5 Comments

Here’s a quick look at the Kapro 846 Cyclops, a compact, magnetic, and highly accurate dual-view level.

Bosch 18V Drill Kit with Bit Set and Laser Measurer Deal Bundle

Cordless

Hot Deal: Bosch 18V Drill Kit with Bit Set and Laser Measurer for $95.11 (7/11/2017)

Jul 11, 2017 Stuart 3 Comments

This Bosch basic cordless drill kit, bit set, and laser distance measuring tool deal bundle would be a great starter kit for new homeowners.

Empire American Flag Torpedo Level

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Empire American Flag Torpedo Level

Jul 7, 2017 Stuart 24 Comments

Empire has come out with a new limited edition 9″ torpedo level with American Flag color scheme.

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