Need to drill rows of shelf pins but cannot justify spending $130 for Woodpeckers’ new Shelf Pin Drilling Jig? Well, you’re in luck – Woodpeckers has just announced a new combo shelf pin template. This 3/8″ phenolic template has both inch (1/4″) and metric (5mm) spaced holes. Template holes are 3/8″ diameter and accept Snappy […]
Father’s Day Giveaway: Two Channellock V-Jaw Plier Sets!
This Giveaway Ended in 2010. That’s right, we are giving away two USA-made Channellock V-Jaw plier gift sets!! Each VJ-1 set includes a pair of Channellock’s 6.5″ and 9.5″ V-jaw pliers. Designed to securely grip round stock, these v-jaw adjustable tongue and groove pliers are great for general purpose home and shop use. To enter to […]
Leatherman Wave Multitool and Monarch Flashlight Set – $55
Amazon has put this Leatherman Wave multitool and Monarch flashlight combo set on sale for $55. Included is the Leatherman Wave multitool (my favorite), a Monarch 300 1-AAA LED flashlight, and a nylon belt sheath for the tool. The price of the set is comparable to that of the standalone multitool, so you’re basically getting the ~$14 […]
10% Off Channellock VJ-1 V-Jaw Pliers Gift Set
Remember the Channellock VJ-1 V-Jaw Pliers gift set we mentioned yesterday? Through Father’s Day, Channellock is offering a 10% discount on this set when you order from their site using coupon code CP3Q1. The only thing better than great quality tools are quality tools that are on sale! Channellock VJ-1 Gift Set, via Channellock
Channellock VJ-1 V-Jaw Pliers Gift Set
Channellock has put together a nice gift set featuring their 412 6.5″ V-Jaw pliers and 422 9.5″ V-Jaw pliers. If you recall, we reviewed the small V-Jaw pliers a few months ago, and found them to be incredibly versatile. V-Jaw pliers are great for grasping round cylindrical objects, as well as odd-sized shapes.
Woodpeckers Tools Wishlist
It’s no secret that I am a huge fan of Woodpeckers Woodworking Precision Tools. Many of their tools and accessories are novel designs, and are extremely well made (here in the USA). To help inspire last minute entries to our $50 gift card giveaway, following are the five tools at the top of my own Woodpeckers wishlist.
Akro-Mils Recycled EarthSaver Parts Bins
Check out these new eco-friendly EarthSaver parts bins from Akro-Mils. These bins are made from 100% recycled materials, and appear to offer similar performance to Akro-Mils’ regular product line. EarthSaver bins are made in the USA, and are available in three colors (green, sandstone, terra cotta) and a variety of sizes. Akro-Mils EarthSaver Plastic Parts Bins via […]
Huot Drill Bit Indexes
Huot’s USA-made drill bit indexes are about the best that you could find. Good quality bit sets typically come with a case, sometimes a Huot one like this, but there are times when smaller bit sets must be consolidated or flimsy and broken cases replaced. Not only does a good case like these keep drill […]
Veritas vs. Woodpeckers Shelf Pin Drilling Jig
A few days ago, we talked a bit about Woodpeckers’ new shelf pin drilling jig. Since then, I remembered that Lee Valley sells a similar system by Veritas, and decided that a comparison was in order.
New Woodpeckers Tools Shelf Pin Drilling Jig
Over in our $50 Woodpeckers Gift Card Giveaway thread, a few commenters mentioned Woodpeckers’ new shelf pin jig. This new jig makes drilling parallel rows of pin holes quick and easy with either a drill or router, and will be available in both inch and metric versions.
Park Tool P-Handled Hex Wrench Set
Park Tool’s p-handled wrench set is the de-facto starter set for bicycle maintenance. Featuring a convenient Bondhus balldriver and a high-torque straight hex tip, these drivers are highly versatile, and can be used on bikes or around the home and shop.
PanaVise Junior Miniature & Vacuum Base Vises
PanaVise’s “Junior” vise is ideal for holding small or delicate objects, and is available with either a miniature or vacuum-clamp base. The Junior vise complements PanaVise’s standard size vise to provide a wide range of workholding capabilities.
Woodpeckers Tools – Woodworking Shows Highlight!
As you may recall, I recently took a trip to visit a regional Woodworking Show. Before the actual show, I knew which booths I wanted to visit most, and Woodpeckers was at the very top of that list. If theirs was the only booth I was able to visit at that show, the trip would have still been […]
American Hammer 8oz Brass Hammer Review
Reader JD was kind enough to share a very detailed review of a recently purchased 8oz brass American Hammer with us. If you recall, American Hammer is currently holding a direct-sales promotion and has heavily discounted many of their hammers.
American Hammer $25 Deal Update
We’ve been hearing some good feedback about the American Hammer deal we recently posted about, so we figured an update/reminder was in order. During this promotion, American Hammer is offering direct sales at an incredible discount – $25 (shipped!) for any style non-marring hammer under 2 lbs.