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New Woodpeckers EZ-Edge Corner Planes (One Time Tool, 1/27/20 Order Deadline)

Jan 7, 2020 Stuart 28 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with a new edge plane and 4 sizes/styles of blades. Read More

Woodworking

New Woodpeckers Protractor T-Square One-Time Tool (Deadline 1/6/20)

Dec 20, 2019 Benjamen 19 Comments

Here’s everything we know about the new Woodpeckers Posi-Lock protractor-like T-square. Read More

Woodworking

New Woodpeckers Ultra Shear Parting Tool for Woodturning

Dec 17, 2019 Benjamen 5 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with a new woodturning tool, a carbide insert-tipped Ultra Shear parting tool. Read More

DealGuyd

Kershaw LEEK Pocket Knife is on Sale Again (12/6/19)

Dec 6, 2019 Stuart 11 Comments

The recommendable Kershaw Leek folding knife is on sale again. Read More

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

This Dewalt 6-Gallon Air Compressor is on Sale (12/5/19)

Dec 5, 2019 Stuart 7 Comments

Dewalt’s 6-gallon pancake-style air compressor is on sale, presumably for a limited time, Read More

DealGuyd

Pelican Case Tool Deal of the Day (11/27/19)

Nov 27, 2019 Stuart 5 Comments

There’s a Pelican case deal of the day today that’s worth a look if some of your equipment or gear needs protection. Read More

DealGuyd

Deal of the Day: Kershaw Leek EDC Folding Knife, Here’s Why You Need One (11/18/19)

Nov 18, 2019 Stuart 18 Comments

This is a great deal for a great knife. The Kershaw Leek is compact, smooth to open, and well-made in the USA. Read More

Made in USA

New Tekton Hard-Handle Screwdrivers are USA-Made and Look to Impress

Nov 13, 2019 Stuart 29 Comments

Tekton has come out with new USA-made hard-handle screwdrivers, with Phillips and slotted tips to start. Read More

Made in USA

Milwaukee Hole Dozer Refresh: Best USA-Made Hole Saws Now with More Slots

Oct 28, 2019 Stuart 15 Comments

Milwaukee has updated their Hole Dozer hole saws with a new slot design. Read More

Made in USA

New Craftsman Versastak Organizer has a Lower Profile and Better Space Utilization

Oct 4, 2019 Benjamen 28 Comments

Craftsman has updated their Versastack organizer with a couple of big improvements. Read More

Editorial

Rant: Our RAYOVAC Batteries Leak so Much, We’re Switching to DURACELL

Oct 2, 2019 Stuart 90 Comments

I’ve started to lose count as to how many leaky Rayovac batteries I’ve experienced in the past year or two. Read More

Made in USA

New Southwire Made-in-America Screwdrivers Do Have Size Markings

Sep 16, 2019 Stuart 9 Comments

Oh, so the new Southwire USA-made screwdrivers do have handle-end size markings. Read More

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New Southwire USA-Made Screwdrivers

Sep 6, 2019 Stuart 24 Comments

It seems that Southwire is launching a new line of USA-made screwdrivers. Read More

Made in USA

New Megapro Eclipse Multi-Bit Screwdriver Special Edition with Black Handle

Aug 16, 2019 Stuart 8 Comments

Megapro has a snazzy new all-black limited edition multi-bit screwdriver. Read More

Made in USA

S&B Filters’ Silicone Parts Trays

Aug 14, 2019 Stuart 21 Comments

S&B Filters has come out with new silicone tool trays that can be used almost anywhere. Read More

Layout & Measuring

New Milwaukee Trim Square Fits in Your Pocket

Aug 12, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Milwaukee Tool has come out with a new 4-1/2″ trim square. Read More

Made in USA

Dewalt Industrial-Focused USA-Made Screwdrivers Have Been Discontinued

Aug 3, 2019 Stuart 25 Comments

Dewalt’s industrial-focused USA-made screwdrivers have been discontinued. Read More

Editorial

The Best Heavy Duty Steel Cabinet Parts Organizer for Under $100

Jul 31, 2019 Stuart 19 Comments

I absolutely love Akro-Mils’ steel-frame parts storage cabinet. Read More

Hammers & Mallets

I’d Buy it Again: Vaughan 16 oz Ball Pein Hammer

Jul 5, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

This was one of my favorite tool purchases. Read More

DIY & Home

“Backyard Dudes” Replacement Garden Hose Washers

Jul 5, 2019 Stuart 41 Comments

I needed new garden hose washers and after some quick online research I went with Backyard Dudes. So far so good. Read More

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