Hand Tools

Nuts and Bolts “Thread Checker” is for Sizing Unknown Hardware

Jan 21, 2019 Stuart 44 Comments

The Thread Checker is a portable and easy-to-use gauge for IDing nuts, bolts, and other hardware.

Hand Tools

Fusion Contigua Carabiner – a Versatile USA-made Accessory

Jan 17, 2019 Stuart 14 Comments

Meet one of my favorite accessories, the USA-made Contigua carabiner.

Electrical Tools

Thoughts on Harbor Freight AMES Multimeters?

Jan 14, 2019 Stuart 84 Comments

What do you think about Harbor Freight Ames multimeters?

Layout & Measuring

Blu Notebook, with Blueprint-Like Paper

Jan 10, 2019 Stuart 29 Comments

Blu Notebooks caught my attention by featuring blueprint-like paper.

Hand Tools

Nose Syringe Bulbs in my Toolbox?

Jan 9, 2019 Stuart 12 Comments

Here’s a drugstore item that has tool-related uses.

Electrical Tools

Engineer Solder Sucker – a Great Desoldering Pump

Jan 4, 2019 Stuart 37 Comments

Here’s a good desoldering pump.

Editorial

5 Useful Hand Tools – Which Have You Seen Before?

Jan 3, 2019 Stuart 53 Comments

Here are 5 tools that might be new to you.

Hand Tools

Noga Deburring Tools

Jan 1, 2019 Stuart 13 Comments

As I think about my favorite hand tools, Noga deburring tools come to mind.

Layout & Measuring

What’s the Difference Between Calipers and Micrometers

Jan 1, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

Here’s some quick information about calipers and micrometers and how they differ.

Mechanics' Tools

Harbor Freight to Launch new Premium ICON Tools and Storage in 2019

Dec 31, 2018 Stuart 84 Comments

Harbor Freight is launching premium ICON hand tools and storage products in 2019.

Editorial

Double-Checking My Anvil Tape Measure’s Marking Widths

Dec 20, 2018 Stuart 41 Comments

I suppose this is a good example of why it’s sometimes better to read a ruler or tape measure from 1″ instead of starting at zero.

Layout & Measuring

I Bought an Anvil Tape Measure Keychain for $1

Dec 19, 2018 Stuart 26 Comments

This is the cheapest tape measure I have ever used.

Layout & Measuring

Rotring Mechanical Pencil Deal of the Day (12/19/18)

Dec 19, 2018 Stuart 21 Comments

This cool, classy, and well-made mechanical pencil is on sale, today only.

Hand Tools

The Almost Perfect Splinter-Grabbing Tweezers

Dec 18, 2018 Stuart 32 Comments

These are the tweezers I’ve been using for splinter removal lately.

Made in USA

USA-Made Dewalt Screwdrivers

Dec 18, 2018 Stuart 57 Comments

Did you know that Dewalt offers a line of USA-made screwdrivers?

Digital Fabrication

Extra Tools You’ll Need for 3D Printing

Dec 17, 2018 Benjamen 16 Comments

After you purchase a 3D printer, you’ll probably need a few extra tools – here are some recommendations.

Knives

Lots of Mora Knives are on Sale, Starting at $9, Today Only (12/15/18)

Dec 15, 2018 Stuart 15 Comments

A whole lot of Mora knives are on sale, today only, starting at $9.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Recommended EDC Multi-Tool and LED Light Combo for Under $50 (2019 Edition)

Dec 14, 2018 Anthony Sculimbrene 26 Comments

Here are EDC knife & light combo recommendations for under $50.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Deal of the Day: Kershaw Leek Folding Knife – Made in USA for $24 (12/14/18)

Dec 14, 2018 Stuart 16 Comments

The awesome USA-made Kershaw Leek folding knife is on sale, today only, starting at $24!

Knives

FREE Mini Knife with $89 Knife, Multi-Tool, or Related Gear Purchase

Dec 13, 2018 Stuart 2 Comments

Spend $89 on knives or related gear, get a free Kershaw Cinder keychain-sized knife and bottle opener.

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