Power Tools – Page 218

Cordless

Craftsman G2 Cordless Nextec Multi-Tool with Tool-Free Blade Change Review

Sep 7, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Craftsman’s upcoming G2 Nextec oscillating multi-tool features a new tool-free blade change.

Cordless

Bosch UK Cordless Shear GUS 10.8V

Sep 7, 2011 Stuart 13 Comments

The Bosch (UK) cordless shear is capable of cutting PVC, leather carpet, cork, and other materials up to 11mm thick.

New Tools

Bosch Plunge Saw is Optimized for Use with Guide Rails

Sep 6, 2011 Stuart 17 Comments

Bosch has announced a new plunge saw that’s coming to Europe. A bit of surprising news is that it will be compatible with other [select?] brands’ guide rail systems.

Power Tools

Dremel Trio Woot Deal: $60 + $5 Shipping 9-6-2011

Sep 6, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Today, 9/16/2011, WOOT’s deal of the day is a Dremel Trio for $60 plus $5 shipping.

Cordless

Hot Deals – Lindstrom Pliers, Vaughan Hammer, Dewalt Drill, Beta Tools Clearance & More

Sep 1, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

We came across a few great deals this morning that we thought you might be interested in.

Cordless

Ridgid Fuego & X4 18V Compact Li-Ion Drills and Drivers Have the Ooh-Ahh Factor

Sep 1, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Ridgid’s new compact cordless drill driver is a real head-turner and appears to have the specs to back up its good looks.

Cordless

A First Look at Ryobi JobPlus Multi-Tool & Ridgid JobMax-Compatible Base

Sep 1, 2011 Stuart 20 Comments

Ryobi’s 18V ONE+ JobPlus comes with an oscillating multi-tool attachment AND is compatible with all of Ridgid’s JobMax tool heads.

Power Tools

Bosch GTS1031 vs Dewalt DW745 Portable Jobsite Table Saws

Aug 31, 2011 Stuart Discuss

I put together a detailed hands-on comparison between the new Bosch GTS1031 and popular Dewalt DW745 table saws. If you’re in the market for a new compact or portable table saw, maybe the showdown can help sway you in the right direction.

Cordless

Milwaukee Ratchet Demo Video

Aug 30, 2011 Stuart 7 Comments

Here’s a sneak peek video of Milwaukee’s upcoming cordless M12 ratchet.

Cordless

Hot Deal: Porter Cable Compact Cordless Reciprocating Saw Kit

Aug 27, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Porter Cable’s compact cordless ClampSaw is currently available at a very, very attractive price.

Cordless

Lowes’ Kobalt Cordless Power Tools – 18V NiCad & Lithium-Ion

Aug 27, 2011 Stuart 36 Comments

Check it out – a line of brand new Kobalt cordless power tools just hit the market!

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

Milwaukee M18 Cordless Caulk and Adhesive Gun

Aug 26, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Milwaukee’s new M18 cordless caulk and adhesive gun is said to be the most powerful on the market.

Accessories

Dewalt Miter Saw XPS Work Light is Far Better Than Any Laser

Aug 25, 2011 Stuart 41 Comments

What’s better than trial and error, eyeballing-it, and laser lines for setting up a miter saw to make accurate cuts? Dewalt’s XPS blade-shadow-projection system.

Oscillating Tools

Harbor Freight Chicago Electric Oscillating Multi-Tool

Aug 24, 2011 Stuart 23 Comments

Variable speed Chicago Electric oscillating multi-tool at Harbor Freight. Yay or Nay?

New Tools

Bosch GTS1031 Table Saw Review

Aug 19, 2011 Stuart 10 Comments

Bosch’s new GTS1031 portable table saw is a nicely designed saw that is a great option for pros on the move or homeowners and woodworkers with small shops.

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