Hand Tools – Page 90

Knives

Milwaukee Slide-Out Utility Knife (Quick Review)

Mar 29, 2017 Stuart 10 Comments

I love Milwaukee’s slide-out utility knife!

Accessories

Lee Valley Hex Key Handles: Put a Bigger Grip on Your Hex Wrenches

Mar 22, 2017 Benjamen 14 Comments

These new Lee Valley hex wrench handles give your ordinary L-shaped hex keys greater grip and versatility.

Screwdrivers

Wera Square #2 Screwdriver Deal

Mar 20, 2017 Stuart 23 Comments

This Wera square #2 screwdriver is on sale now, for under $4.50.

Cordless

New Hitachi 18V Brushless Impact Wrench

Mar 2, 2017 Stuart 17 Comments

Hitachi just came out with a new 1/2″ brushless impact wrench, and it looks fantastic on paper.

New Tools

New Milwaukee 3/8″ Drive, Swivel-Head Ratchet and Socket Set

Feb 24, 2017 Benjamen 35 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a new swivel head ratchet and socket set, aimed at contractors and priced at $70 for SAE or metric sets.

Hammers & Mallets

New Milwaukee Framing Hammers

Feb 23, 2017 Stuart 25 Comments

Milwaukee is driving straight into the framing hammer market with several new (and impressive) offerings.

Layout & Measuring

Swanson Savage No Slip Straight Edges

Feb 22, 2017 Benjamen 16 Comments

Swanson Savage straight edges offer a few features you won’t find on basic rulers.

Precision Tools

StewMac Custom Foredom Handpiece Tool Fits Dremel-Compatible Router Bases

Feb 20, 2017 Stuart 8 Comments

I found a Dremel attachment-compatible Foredom handpiece tool!

New Tools

New Craftsman Ratcheting Tap and Die Tool Set

Feb 17, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a 5-piece ratcheting tap and die tool set.

New Tools

New Festool Hand Sanding Products

Feb 17, 2017 Stuart 7 Comments

Festool is coming out with new hand sanding products – sheets, rolls, sponge blocks, and pads.

Editorial

Question: Tools for a Vehicle Emergency Toolbox?

Feb 15, 2017 Benjamen 62 Comments

I need to restock my truck’s emergency toolbox. Recommendations?

Awesome & Cool

Tool… Subscription Box?

Feb 14, 2017 Stuart 32 Comments

A tool subscription box? Now that the first 3 boxes are out, let’s talk about it.

Cordless

Milwaukee TrapSnake Interchangeable Powered Toilet & Urinal Auger System

Feb 13, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with manual and powered TrapSnake augers that are safe for use on toilets and urinals.

Awesome & Cool

Gedore Wrench for Plumbing Fittings

Feb 8, 2017 Benjamen 16 Comments

This Gedore wrench looks like a bunch of different tools merged into one. It’s meant for turning finished plumbing fittings without damaging them.

Mechanics' Tools

Irwin 6-in-1 Nut Drivers Review

Feb 6, 2017 Benjamen 15 Comments

Irwin 6-in-1 nut drivers come with 3 double-sided sockets that store neatly inside the handle for easier storage.

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