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Another Look at the Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock Tape Measure

Jul 9, 2015 Stuart 10 Comments

This Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock tape measure caters to many different user preferences. Now that I found mine again, I don’t want to let it out of my sight!

Engineer PH-55 Tetsuwan EDC Scissors

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

The Best EDC Scissors Just Got Cheaper

Jul 8, 2015 Stuart 16 Comments

I highly recommend Engineer scissors, which are my favorite EDC (everyday carry) scissors, and even more so now that they’ve dropped in price. You should DEFINITELY check them out.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Kickstarter: Titanium Screwdriver Bit and Key Ring

Jul 8, 2015 Stuart 13 Comments

The Titanium Pocket Bit is a new double-ended screwdriver bit that adds some near-weightless functionality to your keychain.

Editorial

Best Tape Measures – Opinions Wanted!

Jul 7, 2015 Stuart 80 Comments

Which would you say is the best tape measure? Or maybe just your favorite? Maybe they match up with our own favorites and recommendations.

Electrical Tools

Deal: Ridgid Micro Inspection Camera for $79

Jul 7, 2015 Stuart 1 Comment

Ridgid’s Micro CA-25 inspection camera has dropped in price (temporarily?) to $79.

Randall Zancudo Folding Knife Blade

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Zancudo Knife Review – a Good Folding Knife for ~$30

Jul 6, 2015 Stuart 7 Comments

The Zancudo folding knife offers surprisingly good comfort and performance for a $30 knife.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Everyday Carry: Stanley FatMax 6 Foot Tape Measure

Jul 6, 2015 Benjamen 14 Comments

Stanley’s 6-foot FatMax tape measure is a great EDC choice – it’s long enough to be useful, but small enough to be easily carried.

Cordless

Milwaukee M-Spector Flex Inspection Camera System

Jul 3, 2015 Stuart 24 Comments

The latest Milwaukee M-Spector Flex inspection camera looks like it was taken straight from a spy or action movie! Well, minus the red and black color scheme, of course.

New Tools

Milwaukee Pipe Wrenches & Plumbing Tools

Jul 2, 2015 Stuart 30 Comments

Although plumbing tools are not very exciting, you definitely won’t want to miss this news about Milwaukee’s latest pipe wrenches and other plumbing offerings.

Pliers

Milwaukee PVC Pipe Pliers and Really Big Adjustable Pliers

Jul 2, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

Would either of these Milwaukee specialty pliers have a place in your toolbox?

New Tools

Sneak Peek: New Milwaukee Adjustable Wrenches

Jul 1, 2015 Stuart 31 Comments

In today’s new Milwaukee tool sneak peek, we take a quick look at their first-ever adjustable wrenches.

Spyderco Techno Knife Side

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

What is EDC, or Everyday Carry, and Why Carry Small Tools Instead of Full-Sized Ones?

Jul 1, 2015 Stuart 38 Comments

A reader asked a tough question, essentially asking why some of us carry compact tools as part of EDC, rather than full-size tools, especially if there’s an anticipated need.

Layout & Measuring

A Sneak Peek at Some of the New Empire Level Innovations for 2015 and 2016

Jun 30, 2015 Stuart 16 Comments

Here is the early fruit of Milwaukee Tool’s acquisition of Empire Level, and the answer to an important question: will Empire tools continue to be made in the USA?

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Brous Blades Bionic 2.0 Knife Review: a Near-Perfect USA-Made Folder

Jun 30, 2015 Stuart 6 Comments

I really liked a lot of things about the Brous Blades Bionic 2.0 folding knife, but one unfavorable feature prompted me to return it.

Layout & Measuring

Goldblatt Aluminum Box Level Review

Jun 29, 2015 Stuart 13 Comments

Looking for a new level? We reviewed Goldblatt’s new 24-inch and 48-inch levels, and found them to be great, especially for what they cost.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Knipex Mini Pliers Wrench and Cobra Pliers are Perfect for EDC!

Jun 26, 2015 Stuart 38 Comments

These mini Knipex Pliers Wrench and Cobra pliers might be small, but they’re very useful and perfectly sized for an EDC or compact tool kit.

New Tools

Knipex Flat Nose Gripping Pliers

Jun 25, 2015 Stuart 3 Comments

These Knipex flat nose pliers have a huge gripping area!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Coming Soon: Milwaukee EDC Knives & FastBack III Utility Knife

Jun 22, 2015 Stuart 20 Comments

Milwaukee is expanding their pocket knife category with new EDC models, and is refreshing some of their FastBack utility knives as well. Here’s a sneak peek!

Awesome & Cool

Woodpeckers OneTime Tool: DelVe Square (Order by July 6th, 2015)

Jun 18, 2015 Benjamen 30 Comments

The new Woodpeckers DelVe Square, a OneTime tool with limited ordering window, will change your life. Or maybe not. Looks to be a good quality and well-featured square for woodworking and higher precision applications.

PB Swiss Stubby Bit Holder Screwdriver with Bit

Hand Tools

Another Reader Joins the PB Swiss Owner’s Club!

Jun 17, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

Another reader has walked down the irreversible path of PB Swiss Tools ownership. Will you be next?

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