Cordless

Porter Cable Infrared Thermometer Review

Oct 20, 2011 Stuart Discuss

We reviewed Porter Cable’s new IR thermometer, 9V version, and there’s also a video clip!

Preorder Milwaukee Ratchets via AceTool

Oct 19, 2011 Stuart Discuss

It looks like AceTool is the first retailer to accept orders for the new Milwaukee M12 ratchets, which are due in stores later this month.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Craftsman Nextec Inflator

Oct 18, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Craftsman’s new Nextec 12V cordless inflator is great for maintaining proper tire pressure and inflating recreational items.

Cordless

New Porter Cable 18V Cordless Power Tools

Oct 17, 2011 Stuart 10 Comments

Here’s the scoop on several new Porter Cable 18V tools and accessories.

Cordless

Milwaukee Cordless Jig Saw 2445-21

Oct 12, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Official details about Milwaukee’s new M12 cordless jig saw are now available!

Cordless

Bosch 12V Reciprocating Saw Deal

Oct 11, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Here is a reasonably good deal on the Bosch PS60-2a 12V cordless reciprocating saw kit. It’s not a crazy-good deal, but $25-off is still pretty decent.

Cordless

Rockwell 3RILL Impact Driver

Oct 11, 2011 Stuart 16 Comments

Rockwell’s 3RILL is a new 3-mode impact driver in their 12V cordless tool lineup.

Cordless

4-1/2 Things We Learned About Kobalt Power Tools

Oct 6, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Here are a few things we learned about Kobalt, their philosophy towards tool designs, and their new power tools.

Cordless

Dewalt 20V Max = Dewalt 18V XR Internationally

Oct 6, 2011 Stuart 36 Comments

Just a bit of FYI for Dewalt fans outside N. America that are having trouble finding the 20V MAX cordless power tools in their region.

Cordless

Milwaukee Cordless Fork Meter with Free Drill Combo

Oct 3, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

Milwaukee is offering their M12 fork meter and drill/driver combo kit for $99 again, a great bargain, via Amazon!

Cordless

Lowes Kobalt Hand & Power Tool Preview – Fall & Winter 2011

Sep 29, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

Lowes held a media event in NYC this week, bringing attention to quite a few new tools that are being released under their exclusive Kobalt brand. We attended the event, and previewed many of the new hand and power tools. We will be looking at many of the new tools in detail, reviewing some of […]

Cordless

Bosch PS11 Angle Drill Driver

Sep 22, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

Bosch’s new PS11 pivoting-head drill driver is now available. While described as a drill/driver, it looks better suited for tight-space drilling than fastener driving.

Cordless

Porter Cable 18V Li-Ion Cordless Drill Upgrade

Sep 21, 2011 Stuart 9 Comments

Porter Cable is upgrading their 18V cordless li-ion drill driver to a new faster, more powerful, and seemingly more ergonomic model.

Cordless

Porter Cable Infrared Thermometers

Sep 20, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Porter Cable is gearing up to release two new infrared non-contact thermometers this November.

Cordless

Makita Cordless 18V LXT Impact Driver LXDT01

Sep 15, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Makita’s newest impact driver features 3 speed settings that limit the maximum torque it can deliver. This is great for those who work with small and mid-sized fasteners!

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