Hand Tools

Tiffany’s Tools (Women’s) Tool Kit

Apr 10, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

Tiffany’s Tools tool kits feature a couple of essential tools and a patent leather tool tote bag.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

New Gerber GDC Everyday Carry Tools

Apr 4, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Gerber is coming out with a line of new everyday carry tools and accessories.

Bit Holders & Drivers

New Milwaukee Hand Tools: Screwdrivers, Bit Drivers, Nut Drivers

Apr 3, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Milwaukee is coming out with a lot of new screwdrivers and fastener-driving tools, including some neat first-ever designs.

Hand Tools

Bovidix, a Russian Professional-Grade Mechanics Tool Brand

Apr 2, 2013 Stuart 25 Comments

Have you heard anything about Bovidix, a Russian hand tool brand that’s trying to expand into the USA.

Editorial

Friendly Reminder: Don’t Use a Jack Without Jack Stands

Apr 1, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

PSA: Use jack stands whenever working beneath your car.

Hand Tools

Ergodyne Arsenal Tool Bags, 50%-off Sale

Apr 1, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Woot is selling a couple of sturdy Arsenal canvas tool bags at less than half price!

Sockets & Drive Tools

Craftsman Mini Multi-Wrench

Mar 26, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Craftsman’s mini multi-wrench fits smaller sized fasteners that you generally couldn’t use a full-size dog bone wrench on.

Clamps

Bessey RiteHite Hold Down Clamp

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart Discuss

Bessey RiteHite hold-down clamps are designed to handle heavier duty applications, such as securing metal parts for milling and drilling operations.

Hand Tools

New Snap-on Extra-Long 1/4″ Ratchet

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

Snap-on’s newest 1/4″ ratchet sports a 9-inch handle for exceptional reach.

Clamps

WoodRiver Drill Press Hold Down Clamp Review

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Here’s a decent drill press clamp that’s priced under $20.

Hammers & Mallets

Score USA-Made Vaughan Grayvik Hammers for Cheap

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Harry Epstein just put up a whole slew of USA-made Grayvik hammers at sweet prices.

Knives

Deal: Dewalt Utility Knife 2-for-1 Special

Mar 20, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

It looks like we all missed out on a heck of a good deal – 2 Dewalt utility knives for the price of 1. It’s worth mentioning because the deal might come back soon.

Clamps

Blokkz Universal Clamping Blocks

Mar 19, 2013 Stuart 21 Comments

Blokkz’s Universal Clamping Blocks can be used as miter clamps, and that’s just the beginning of their usefulness.

Mechanics' Tools

Deal of the Day: Stanley 201pc Mechanics Tool Set for $68

Mar 12, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

This 201pc Stanley mechanics tool set is on sale for an extra $32-off, today only.

Knives

Mora Companion Knife

Mar 11, 2013 Stuart 10 Comments

Although designed for outdoors use, Mora’s Companion knife is great for around-the-house and jobsite use.

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