Hand Tools – Page 2

New Klein Tools 2-in-1 Impact Socket Set for Construction & Utility Pros

Mar 25, 2019 Stuart 15 Comments

Klein Tools has come out with new set of 2-in-1 impact sockets. Read More

New Tools, Power Tool Accessories, Sockets & Drive Tools

Deal: Knipex 4-in-1 Electricians’ Pliers

Mar 20, 2019 Stuart 14 Comments

These neat Knipex 4-in-1 electricians’ pliers are on sale. Read More

DealGuyd, Electrical Tools, Pliers

Schmitz Made-in-Germany Mini Pliers and Snips

Mar 20, 2019 Stuart 23 Comments

I came across Schmitz, a German brand of precision hand tools that’s now available in the USA. Read More

Pliers, Precision Tools

New Bessey GearKlamp Bar Clamps

Mar 15, 2019 Stuart 16 Comments

The Bessey GearKlamp works unlike any other bar clamp out there. Read More

Clamps, New Tools, Woodworking

Dewalt Tool Deals of the Day: 3 Cordless Power Tool Bundles, 1 Mechanics Tool Set, 3/13/2019

Mar 13, 2019 Stuart 21 Comments

Here are 4 Dewalt tool deals of the day. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Mechanics' Tools

Have You Tried Knipex Locking Pliers?

Mar 12, 2019 Stuart 31 Comments

Here’s a quick spotlight on Knipex locking pliers. Read More

Pliers

Hot Deal: Stabila 4pc Level Set Promo

Mar 11, 2019 Stuart 11 Comments

This looks to be a good Stabila introductory level set. Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

Harbor Freight Icon Hand Tool Pricing Compared to Other Brands

Mar 11, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

Harbor Freight released new Icon hand tools. Here’s a price comparison example. Read More

Editorial, Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

New Crescent Wide-Jaw Adjustable Wrenches w/ Micro-Serrations

Mar 6, 2019 Stuart 18 Comments

Crescent has announced a new line of adjustable wrenches. Read More

New Tools, Wrenches

New Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measures Look to Change the Game

Mar 6, 2019 Stuart 51 Comments

Lufkin has come out with what looks to be a premium market-leading tape measure. Read More

Layout & Measuring, New Tools

Bausch + Lomb 5X Loupe Review

Mar 5, 2019 Stuart 21 Comments

This 5X loupe makes tiny details more visible. Read More

Made in USA, Precision Tools, Tool Reviews

Irwin Launches Improved Vise-Grip Locking Pliers

Mar 5, 2019 Stuart 28 Comments

Irwin has improved their Fast Release Vise-Grip locking pliers. Read More

New Tools, Pliers

Misc. Tool Talk – Irwin Pliers Wrench, Wera Quick-Release Ratchet, More

Mar 1, 2019 Stuart 10 Comments

Here are some hand tools I hung out with last night. Everything TURNED out nicely. Read More

Editorial, Hand Tools, Tool Reviews, Tool Talk

Craftsman Hand Tools Warranty Information Update

Mar 1, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

Here’s what Craftsman and Sears Craftsman hand tool warranties say. Read More

Editorial, Hand Tools

Milwaukee Ratchets are Now Available

Feb 28, 2019 Stuart 64 Comments

Milwaukee’s ratchets are now available for individual purchase. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

New Wilton Tradesman and Mechanics Pro Bullet-Style Vises

Feb 27, 2019 Stuart 43 Comments

Wilton has redesigned their Tradesman bullet-style bench vise. Read More

Clamps, New Tools, Workholding & Vises

Goodbye Armstrong Tools, Hello Gearwrench and Crescent?

Feb 25, 2019 Stuart 42 Comments

Armstrong Tools’ final chapter is now over. Read More

Hand Tools, Made in USA, News

Hart Quick-Adjust C-Clamps

Feb 25, 2019 Benjamen 9 Comments

Unlike traditional designs, these Hart c-clamps have a quick-adjust mechanism. Read More

Clamps

New Irwin Vise-Grip Pliers Wrenches are Now Available

Feb 22, 2019 Benjamen 23 Comments

Irwin’s new Vise-Grip pliers wrenches are now available in 8″ and 10″ sizes at Lowe’s Read More

Hand Tools, Pliers, Wrenches

Recommended EDC Knife, Multi-Tool, LED Flashlight Gear Combos for Under $200 (2019)

Feb 22, 2019 Anthony Sculimbrene 50 Comments

Here are some options for a balanced EDC kit at under $200. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Flashlights & Worklights, Knives, Tool Reviews

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