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Maglite New 2 AA LED Flashlight with Electronic Switch

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

zOMG, is That a Flashlight in Your Desk? How Ridiculous and Uber Extreme!!

Jan 26, 2011 Stuart 9 Comments

My wife’s coworkers don’t approve of the flashlight I gave her to keep in her desk. Go figure.

Benchmade Griptilian and mini Griptilian Knives with Thumb Studs

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Benchmade Griptilian Knife – Hands-on Reader Review

Jan 25, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

In response to our post on knife and multi-tool gift ideas, Maikeru asked about a pocket knife that features one-handed opening and closing. We then wrote a quick post recommending Benchmade’s Griptilian and mini-Griptilian knives with Axis locks. Maikeru ended up choosing a Benchmade Griptilian for his needs and posted the following detailed hands-on review: So I actually […]

Hakko FX-888 Soldering Station

Electrical Tools

New Hakko FX-888 Soldering Station Replaces Venerable 936 Series

Jan 24, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Looking for a new soldering station? Hakko’s 936 soldering station and iron combo, considered one of the best <$100 setups available, has been replaced by the new FX-888. Check it out:

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.

DMT Diamond Sharpening Products

Hand Tools

DMT Diamond Sharpening Products for Knives, Chisels, Woodworking Planes

Jan 14, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

I usually don’t judge a company until I’ve tried out their products, but I’ve made an exception for DMT. DMT’s expansive range of USA-made diamond sharpening stones and in-depth usage guides have already won my favor.

Woodpeckers 640 Square One-Time Tool Jan 2011

Hand Tools

New Woodpeckers Square, Another One-Time Tool

Jan 12, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

Woodpeckers is on a roll with their new one-time tool designs. Last week they introduced excellent dovetail marking gauges, this week a good looking 6″ x 4″ square. Check out this preview:

Craftsman Premium Grade Ratchets

Hand Tools

Craftsman Premium Ratchets Hands-on Review

Jan 11, 2011 Stuart 12 Comments

You may have heard about Craftsman’s new premium ratchets. Are they everything Craftsman says they are? After using them for a few projects these last few weeks, I have concluded that YES, they are, and then some.

Gerber EAB Lite Folding Pocket Knife with Utility Blade

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Gerber EAB – a Thin & Lightweight Pocket Friendly Utility Knife

Jan 6, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

Looking for a thin, compact and lightweight pocket-friendly utility knife? Look no further.

Highland Woodworking Narex Chisel Set Special Sale

Hand Tools

Narex Bench Chisels – High Quality for Woodworkers on a Budget

Jan 5, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Looking for good quality woodworking chisels that are affordable can be a challenge. These Narex chisels look to be a good option for beginner and casual woodworkers.

Micro Mark Tiny Right Angle Clamps

Clamps

The Itty-Bittiest Right Angle Corner Clamps

Jan 4, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

These mini corner clamps are great for projects that fit in the palm of your hand.

Hand Tools

Inexpensive Digital Calipers to Modify for DRO (Digital Readout) Applications

Dec 30, 2010 Stuart Discuss

Looking for an inexpensive digital caliper to modify into a DRO gauge? Here’s a highly recommended 6-inch model for less than $12.

Woodpeckers 90 Degree Saddle Square

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers Dovetail Marking Gauges and Saddle Squares

Dec 29, 2010 Stuart 1 Comment

Woodpeckers is at it again with a few new limited time woodworking layout and marking tools. Check ’em out!

Panasonic TS2 Rugged Digital Camera

Hand Tools

The Toughest Digital Camera for Shop & Jobsite Use

Dec 29, 2010 Stuart 4 Comments

I searched and searched, and searched, and found what looks to be an excellent digital camera for rough and dirty shop and jobsite use.

Benchmade mini Griptilian 555HG Pocket Knife

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Benchmade Mini-Griptilian 555HG Pocket Knife Axis Lock Demo

Dec 21, 2010 Stuart 3 Comments

Here’s a very short video showing how easily the Benchmade mini-Griptilian can be opened and closed with one hand.

Giant Wenger Swiss Army Knife

Hand Tools

What Would You Do With This Giant Wenger Swiss Army Knife?

Dec 15, 2010 Stuart 2 Comments

If you had this giant pocket-busting swiss army knife, what would you do with it? Would you put it on display in your home, or whip it out when needed? Personally, I would never buy a tool like this, simply because there’s no built-in ballpoint pen – I’d expect at least a mini Mont Blanc […]

Leatherman Super Tool 300 with Tools Fanned out

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Super Tool 300 – a “Super-Duty” Multi-Tool

Dec 13, 2010 Stuart Discuss

Leatherman’s Super Tool isn’t an ordinary multi-tool…

Grenade Stubby Screwdriver

Hand Tools

Grenade Shaped Stubby Screwdriver

Dec 13, 2010 Stuart Discuss

I’ve seen novelty tools before, but this is the first time I’ve ever seen a stubby screwdriver in the shape of a grenade. The two reviews on Amazon didn’t speak highly of the tool’s durability. Unless you’re hankering for a grenade-shaped keychain, the Picquic Teeny Turner will serve better for on the go screwdriving. Grenade Screwdriver Set via Amazon

Thorsen 20 Piece Pliers Set

Hand Tools

20 Pliers for Less than $100 – Deal or No Deal?

Dec 9, 2010 Stuart 2 Comments

20 pliers for <$100. What do you think? A good value or should quality come before quantity?

Sog PowerLock EOD Multitool

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Sog PowerLock Multi-Tools

Dec 8, 2010 Stuart 2 Comments

I’ve added a new multi-tool to my daily carry rotation – a Sog PowerLock EOD. It’s quite different in design than the Leatherman Wave I typically carry, so it should be interesting to see how the Sog fares in comparison. Most notably, the tool is somewhat larger than anticipated, and its included leather sheath is enormous! […]

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