New Tools

Dremel Fortiflex Flex Shaft Tool

Nov 25, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

Dremel’s Fortiflex flex shaft tool will be launching next month in the USA!

Editorial

How to Change the Blade on Your New Kobalt Triple Cut Multi-Cutter

Nov 21, 2013 Stuart 11 Comments

Here’s how to change the blade on the Kobalt Triple Cut utility multi-cutters.

Cordless

Makita 18V LXT Tools and 4.0Ah Battery Compatibility?

Nov 21, 2013 Stuart 69 Comments

It looks like Makita’s new 18V LXT 4.0Ah Li-ion battery might not be compatible with all of the brand’s 18V tools and products.

New Tools

Proto SkyHook Tool Tether System Review

Nov 20, 2013 Stuart 10 Comments

If you use tool tethers in a commercial or industrial environment, you will definitely want to take a look at Proto’s SkyHook tool tether and transfer system, which is marvelously user-friendly.

New Tools

New Dewalt FlexTorq Impact-Rated Screwdriver Bits

Nov 20, 2013 Stuart 20 Comments

Dewalt has come out with a new line of impact-rated screwdriver bits that were designed for increased durability.

New Tools

“New” Rockler Reclaimed Wood

Nov 19, 2013 Stuart 22 Comments

Rockler has just started stocking reclaimed lumber sourced from Route 66 truck decking.

Cordless

Hammerhead Switch, a 2-in-1 Impact Driver and Auto Hammer

Nov 19, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

The Hammerhead Switch is a 2-in-1 12V Max cordless impact driver AND auto hammer combination tool.

Mechanics' Tools

Craftsman’s 85pc Universal “Unimax” Max Axess set comes with a full range of 1/4″ and 3/8″ pass-thru sockets, as well as adapters that allow the ratchets to be used with screwdriver bits and common square drive sockets.

New Tools

New Crescent Adjustable Wrenches are Made in USA

Nov 14, 2013 Stuart 36 Comments

We found it pleasantly surprising that the local Home Depot is now carrying USA-made Crescent adjustable wrenches.

Cordless

Coming Soon: New Makita 18V, 12V, 18V X2 Cordless Power Tools

Nov 14, 2013 Stuart 28 Comments

Here is a quick look at the new cordless power tools Makita plans to release in 2014.

Cordless

New Makita 18V 4.0Ah Battery

Nov 14, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Makita is coming out with a new higher capacity 18V LXT Li-ion battery pack.

Mechanics' Tools

Craftsman Dual-Head Extendable Wobble Ratchet Socket Set

Nov 12, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a new 30pc socket set that features a dual-head extendable wobble ratchet.

Mechanics' Tools

Kobalt 3-in-1 Ratchet

Nov 11, 2013 Stuart 24 Comments

Included in a new Kobalt 64pc socket set is a 3-in-1 ratchet that covers all three common drive sizes.

Cordless

First look: Bosch’s New EC Brushless Drills and Drivers

Nov 11, 2013 Stuart 33 Comments

Bosch has announced their new line of EC brushless cordless drills, drivers, and impact wrenches.

New Tools

New Rockwell Mini Circular Saw, RK3441K

Nov 7, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

Rockwell has come out with a new compact circular saw that can handle standard 2x materials in a single pass.

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