Hand Tools – Page 83

Editorial

Every New Tool I Bought From Amazon in 2017

Dec 30, 2017 Stuart 63 Comments

Boy did I buy a lot of random tools and supplies from Amazon this year. Here’s a look at what I bought, and why.

Editorial

I’m Not Sure Why, But I am Interested in Knives

Dec 29, 2017 Stuart 62 Comments

Somehow I took up an interest in knives, and I think I’ve even become a collector.

Knives

Spyderco Para 3 Folding Knife – a New USA-Made Favorite

Dec 28, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

Here’s a quick preview of the Spyderco Para 3 folding knife.

Mechanics' Tools

Deals: Dewalt 108pc Mechanics Tool Set for $60, 172pc for $85

Dec 23, 2017 Stuart 14 Comments

Here are some end-of-the-year Dewalt mechanics tool set deals.

Knives

Deal: Mora Chisel Knife

Dec 22, 2017 Stuart 33 Comments

This Mora chisel knife has an unusual design. It caught my attention when I noticed it in a list of last-minute holiday tool deals.

Clamps

Home Depot is NOT Dropping Bessey Clamps! But…

Dec 20, 2017 Stuart 25 Comments

It looks like Bessey clamps aren’t leaving Home Depot, and I hope it stays that way.

Editorial

Swanson Speed Squares Have Rounded Edges, Exclamation Point, Question Mark

Dec 14, 2017 Stuart 18 Comments

I was surprised to find Swanson Speed Squares with broken-in edges and corners.

Clamps

Is Home Depot Dumping Bessey Clamps? If So, What Will Take Their Place?

Dec 12, 2017 Stuart 35 Comments

What’s going on with Bessey clamps at Home Depot stores?

Mechanics' Tools

Deal of the Day: Dewalt Mechanics Tools (Including 2 Latest and Greatest Sets) – 12/12/17

Dec 12, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

This is some mighty-fine pricing on select Dewalt mechanics tools and sets, today only.

Tool Deals

Tekton Combination Wrench Set for under $50

Dec 11, 2017 Stuart 27 Comments

This Tekton 22pc wrench set looks to be a good deal.

Clamps

New Dewalt Clamps

Dec 11, 2017 Stuart 29 Comments

Some new Dewalt clamps recently surfaced.

Electrical Tools

New Southwire USA-Made Tools – Pliers, Cutters, Wire Strippers

Dec 8, 2017 Stuart 21 Comments

New USA-made Southwire tools are coming to a Lowes near you.

Screwdrivers

Hot Deal: Wera Torx Screwdriver Set

Dec 8, 2017 Stuart 25 Comments

This looks to be a great deal on a Wera Torx screwdriver set.

Hand Tools

Crescent Tools Announces New Brand Identity

Dec 5, 2017 Stuart 25 Comments

Say hello to the new Crescent Tools.

Safety

Costco Tool Deals (Holiday 2017)

Nov 30, 2017 Benjamen 24 Comments

Here are some Costco Holiday season tool deals that you might find interesting.

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