Hand Tools – Page 128

Nebo Redline Flashlight Dimming Issues?

Oct 7, 2011 Stuart 50 Comments

Here is more information about the dimming issue some Nebo Redline flashlight owners have been experiencing.

Spyderco Delica 4 Knife with FRN Handles

Oct 5, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Spyderco’s Delica 4 FRN folding pocket knives are long enough to be useful, but short enough that they won’t attract stares from your coworkers.

Hand Tools

NWS Pliers Review & Show & Tell

Oct 5, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Check out our video review of several popular NWS pliers styles! It’s more of a show and tell than review, but we tried to be as thorough as possible.

Hand Tools

Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver Video Review

Oct 4, 2011 Stuart 14 Comments

We put together a quick video review of the new Kobalt Double-Drive Screwdriver to show how it works.

Hand Tools

Electrician Tool Belt Recommendations?

Oct 4, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

A reader is looking for tool belt recommendations and could use your help!!

Flashlights & Worklights

Maglite XL200 LED FLashlight

Sep 29, 2011 Stuart 10 Comments

Maglite has added a new LED flashlight to their XL lineup, the XL200, which is considerably brighter than their previous XL models.

Cordless

Lowes Kobalt Hand & Power Tool Preview – Fall & Winter 2011

Sep 29, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

Lowes held a media event in NYC this week, bringing attention to quite a few new tools that are being released under their exclusive Kobalt brand. We attended the event, and previewed many of the new hand and power tools. We will be looking at many of the new tools in detail, reviewing some of […]

Hand Tools

Wera Zyklop Ratchet Deals

Sep 28, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

If you’ve been hankering to try out Wera’s Zyklop ratchets, they’ve dropped in price over at Amazon this week.

Hand Tools

Free Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver OR Lowes Gift Card Giveaway!!

Sep 27, 2011 Stuart

We’re giving away a FREE Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver OR a $25 Lowes gift card. To enter, all you have to do is leave a quick comment!

Hand Tools

Craftsman Premium Ratchet Set

Sep 27, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Craftsman’s new premium ratchets are now available as part of a set.

Hand Tools

Irwin Metric Adjustable Wrench Set – 4 Sizes for <$20

Sep 26, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

If you’re looking for metric-specific adjustable wrenches or new DIY-handles for a toolbox draw or four, check out this 4-piece Irwin set that’s priced to move.

Hand Tools

Kobalt Double-Drive Screwdriver Set Preview

Sep 23, 2011 Stuart 25 Comments

Kobalt is rolling out a new type of screwdriver this holiday season – the Double-Drive screwdriver. After previewing one out firsthand, I am actually very excited about the design!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Elzetta Tactical LED Flashlights – How Tough are They?

Sep 21, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

Elzetta flashlights are quite impressive on paper, but are they tough as nails? This video of an Elzetta flashlight being used to pound nails into wood suggests that they are, although not for the reason you might think.

Hammers & Mallets

Wilton BASH Sledge Hammer

Sep 20, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Wilton has come out with what they’re calling the world’s most durable sledge hammer, the BASH.

Hand Tools

Triangle Tools Uni-Grip & Nano-Ratchet Review

Sep 19, 2011 Stuart 11 Comments

Here’s our quick review on Triangle Tools’s Nano-Ratchet and Uni-Grip socket system.

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.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Sidekick Multi-Tool Review

Sep 16, 2011 Stuart 21 Comments

Leatherman’s new Sidekick multi-tool may be entry-level priced, but it’s choc-full of handy tools and functions and is made in the USA to Leatherman’s top-quality standards. Here’s our review, but don’t blame us if you’re compelled to run out and buy one!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Coast A25 LED Flashlight

Sep 15, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Coast’s new A25 LED flashlight is one of the best we’ve ever seen in its size class!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Style PS – TSA-Safe and Travel-Friendly Keychain Multi-Tool

Sep 14, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Leatherman’s new Style PS mini multi-tool offers a nice set of useful functions and is TSA-compliant.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Freestyle Style CS Combo Pack Gift Set Deal

Sep 9, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Amazon has brought their Leatherman Freestyle and Style CS combo set back in stock, presumably for the upcoming holiday season.

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