Hand Tools

Hundreds of New Craftsman Tools Now at Amazon

Apr 18, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Amazon just added hundreds of new Craftsman tools to their store.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

New Klein Tools Pocket Screwdrivers Have 2 Surprises

Apr 17, 2019 Stuart 23 Comments

Klein Tools’ new Pocket Screwdrivers have two surprising features.

Editorial

Sunex Chrome Ratchets, Sockets, and Mechanics Tools?

Apr 17, 2019 Stuart 42 Comments

Have you used or heard about Sunex ratchets, sockets, or mechanics tools before?

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Premium EDC Knife and LED Flashlight Combo: Spyderco Spydiechef + HDS Rotary (2019)

Apr 17, 2019 Anthony Sculimbrene 27 Comments

If you’re looking for a premium EDC knife and LED flashlight combo, here’s what to get.

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers Dovetail Marking Gauges Hands-on Review

Apr 16, 2019 Stuart 18 Comments

Here’s out review of the latest Woodpeckers One Time Tool dovetail marking gauges.

Accessories

Use Veritas Platform Saddles and Lumber to Make Quick Work Supports

Apr 12, 2019 Benjamen 4 Comments

Veritas platform saddles hold dimensional lumber stably on its edge to make a different handy woodworking fixtures.

Mechanics' Tools

Sunex Budget Bit Ratchet Set

Apr 8, 2019 Stuart 16 Comments

Here’s a mini ratchet and screwdriver-bit-only set for under $20.

Bit Holders & Drivers

A Good Locking Screwdriver Bit Driver Handle?

Apr 6, 2019 Stuart 31 Comments

When asked for locking screwdriver bit handle recommendations, Wera came to mind. Do you know of any others?

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers Paolini Pocket Rules

Apr 4, 2019 Ben V 17 Comments

Here’s what you need to know about Woodpeckers’ popular multi-functional ruler.

Editorial

Which Are My Favorite Utility Knives Right Now? Yours?

Mar 28, 2019 Stuart 52 Comments

Can you guess which red utility knife is my favorite?

Layout & Measuring

Veritas Layout Block: Five Measurements in One Small Gauge

Mar 28, 2019 Benjamen 18 Comments

The Veritas layout block is a handy 5-in-1 reference gauge with 1/8″, 1/4″, 1/2″, 3/4″, and 1″ measurements.

Knives

How Many Different Utility Knives Does Craftsman Make?

Mar 28, 2019 Stuart 19 Comments

The number might surprise you!

Electrical Tools

Aven Accu-Cut Hard Wire Cutters

Mar 26, 2019 Stuart 23 Comments

Here’s a quick look at Aven’s made-in-Germany hard wire cutters.

New Tools

New 10″ Knipex Pliers Wrench is Lighter and Opens Wider

Mar 25, 2019 Stuart 26 Comments

Knipex has updated their 10″ Pliers Wrench, describing it as the “Classic, Reinvented.”

New Tools

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

Mar 25, 2019 Stuart 16 Comments

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

Electrical 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.

Pliers

Schmitz Made-in-Germany Mini Pliers and Snips

Mar 20, 2019 Stuart 25 Comments

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

Clamps

New Bessey GearKlamp Bar Clamps

Mar 15, 2019 Stuart 16 Comments

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

Cordless

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.

Pliers

Have You Tried Knipex Locking Pliers?

Mar 12, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Here’s a quick spotlight on Knipex locking pliers.

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