Hand Tools – Page 129

Pliers

Deal: Knipex Lineman Pliers for $20

Jul 31, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Knipex’s superb comfort grip side-cutting lineman pliers are on sale for just $20.

Layout & Measuring

Starrett Metalworking Marking Gauge

Jul 30, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

The Starrett 29B marking gauge makes it quick and easy to make parallel scribes in metal.

Accessories

Mobius & Ruppert Brass Pencil Sharpener

Jul 30, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Who knew that something as minor as a pencil sharpener would make such a difference when using manual pencils!

Prying Tools

What is a Swede Bar?

Jul 29, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

If someone asks for a “Swede bar,” a Tove wrecking bar is probably what they’re looking for.

Electrical Tools

New Klein Premium Silicone Test Leads

Jul 29, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Klein has come out with new premium silicone universal test leads that fit standard multimeter banana jacks.

Clamps

Jorgensen Gear Clamp Review

Jul 24, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Jorgensen Gear Clamps are a little on the heavy side, but they are very robust, strong, and quick to adjust.

Knives

Hot Deal: CRKT Wrinkle Knife for $30!

Jul 24, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

There’s a great price on a CRKT folding knife that we really like.

Clamps

Irwin Quick-Release Adjustable G-Clamp

Jul 23, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Irwin makes these handy-looking quick-adjust C-clamps, but sadly they don’t look to be available in the USA.

Screwdrivers

What Do You Think About 1/4″ Socket Spinner Handles?

Jul 22, 2014 Stuart 35 Comments

Socket spinner handles pair with 1/4″ sockets and are used in the same manner as screwdrivers. If you have used them before, do you like ’em or not?

Hand Tools

What’s the Best Way to Cut Steel Wire Rope?

Jul 21, 2014 Stuart 33 Comments

What do you use for cutting wire rope?

Clamps

Kant-Twist Clamps vs. C-Clamps Comparison

Jul 21, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Kant-Twist clamps are very different than C-clamps, and offer a couple of advantages in certain applications.

Hand Tools

New Narex Cranked-Neck Paring Chisels

Jul 21, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Here’s a quick look at the new Narex cranked-neck woodworking chisels.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Price Drop: Stanley QuickSlide Knife (V2) for $5

Jul 19, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

It looks like the new Stanley QuickSlide compact utility knife has dropped in price to ~$5.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

New Klein Switch Drive Screwdriver Handle System

Jul 18, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

Klein has come out with a new “Switch Drive” screwdriver handle that works with any standard power drive bits.

Electrical Tools

Wiss Flip Joint Cable Cutters

Jul 17, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Wiss has come out with a new 3-in-1 cable cutter that cuts, slices sheathing, and strips wiring.

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