Power Tools – Page 34

New Craftsman 20V Compact Fan

May 3, 2022 Stuart 20 Comments

Craftsman came out with a new compact personal-sized cordless fan.

New Makita USA XGT Cordless Power Tools (May 2022)

May 3, 2022 Stuart 35 Comments

Here are Makita’s latest XGT cordless power tool announcements.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Makita Announces XGT 40V Cordless Pin Nailer

May 2, 2022 Stuart 29 Comments

Makita issued a bare bones announcement for a new XGT cordless pinner.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Dewalt Cordless Pin Nailer is Here!

May 2, 2022 Stuart 49 Comments

Here’s the latest on the new Dewalt cordless pin nailer.

New Milwaukee M12 Cable Stapler

Apr 29, 2022 Stuart 47 Comments

The new Milwaukee M12 cordless cable stapler is designed for faster rough-in work.

Dewalt USB-C PD Charging Kit Review

Apr 28, 2022 Stuart 71 Comments

Dewalt’s new 20V Max USB charging adapter offers modern features and conveniences.

New Harbor Freight Hercules and Bauer Cordless Grease Guns

Apr 21, 2022 Stuart 21 Comments

Harbor Freight has 2 new 20V Max cordless grease guns.

Power Tool Accessories

Milwaukee Matrix Carbide Impact Bits – from Beginning to End

Apr 19, 2022 Stuart 12 Comments

Here’s the history of Milwaukee’s now-discontinued Matrix Carbide accessories.

New Ridgid 18V Cordless Hand Vac

Apr 13, 2022 Stuart 20 Comments

Here’s the latest on Ridgid’s new 18V cordless hand vacuum.

New Makita Tool Announcements – Spring 2022

Apr 12, 2022 Stuart 32 Comments

Here’s the latest Makita tool news.

Parting Words: Festool TID 18 Cordless Impact Driver is Perfectly Unexceptional

Apr 11, 2022 Stuart 40 Comments

Here are my final impressions of the Festool cordless impact driver.

The Secrets Behind Festool’s New “2X as Fast!” Track Saw

Apr 6, 2022 Stuart 43 Comments

Here’s the little Festool has said about their new “masterpiece” track saw.

Grinders & Sanders

Snag a Bosch X-Lock Grinder While They’re on Sale

Apr 6, 2022 Stuart 27 Comments

There’s a great sale on Bosch 4-1/2″ 10A X-Lock angle grinders right now.

Greenworks 24V Marketing Strikes Again

Apr 5, 2022 Stuart 53 Comments

Am I wrong to raise an eyebrow at this?

New Ryobi Diamond Grit Screwdriver Bits

Apr 4, 2022 Stuart 32 Comments

Ryobi has new diamond grit-coated impact-rated Phillips bits.

New Massive Makita XGT 8Ah Battery

Mar 28, 2022 Stuart 48 Comments

Makita has announced a huge new XGT battery.

Festool Quadrive TPC Hammer Drill Lacks Muscle & Appeal

Mar 27, 2022 Stuart 82 Comments

I’ve been unimpressed by Festool’s newest and “best” cordless drill.

New Makita Cordless Lantern Radio for XGT, 18V, 12V Battery Systems

Mar 23, 2022 Stuart 24 Comments

Makita has a new multi-functional lantern with radio, flashlight, & USB charging.

When is the Best Time to Buy Power Tool Batteries?

Mar 22, 2022 Stuart 31 Comments

A reader asked for help in deciding whether to buy batteries now or not.

New Harbor Freight Hercules 12V 4Ah Battery

Mar 21, 2022 Stuart 10 Comments

Harbor Freight has added a new higher capacity battery to their Hercules 12V line.

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