Which company owns which tool brands? Our guide shows which of your favorite tool brands are actually owned by other companies. Read More
When Do You Change Your Drill’s Speed Setting?
When do you change your drill’s speed setting? Read More
The Perfect Tool Kit (2019 Edition)
If you had to build the perfect tool kit right now, which brands or tools would it feature? Read More
5 Great EDC Scissors That are Small But Capable
Here are my favorite compact scissors that like to travel. Read More
USA Brands and Companies Owned by Foreign Entities
Here are some USA-based tool brands and companies that are currently owned by foreign companies. Read More
How to Square up a Table Saw or Miter Saw?
Do you have any miter saw or table saw squaring-up calibration tips? Here’s mine: Read the friendly manual. No, really – that’s usually the first place to learn about how to set up and calibrate your tools. Read More
Best Router Motor for Router Tables?
When it comes to router tables, you have a lot of different motor options. Read More
A Quick Guide to Air Line Couplers and Plugs
Confused by all the different types of air line plugs and couplers? Here’s a look at the most popular types. Read More
5 Best New Cordless Tools from 2017 (That We’ve Tested So Far)
It was hard to narrow things down, but here are the 5 best new cordless tools we’ve seen so far this year. Read More
Best Cordless Drills 2016
Here they are, our 2016 Best Cordless Drills recommendations! Do you agree or disagree with our picks? Read More
A Quick Primer About Shark and Vaughan Japanese-Style Pull Saws
We put together a quick primer on Japanese-style pull saws. Read More
Best Cordless Drills 2015
Looking to buy a new cordless drill? Check out our 18V and 12V recommendations, which include new categories for 2015! Read More
Best Cordless Circular Saws, 2015 Edition
Of the major mainstream power tool brands, which makes the best cordless circular saws? You probably won’t be surprised at the answer. Read More
The Mighty Strap Wrench Problem Solver
Strap wrenches are mighty problem solvers. If you’ve used one before, you’ll probably agree. Don’t have one? Here are a couple of options to consider. Read More
A Brief Introduction to Common Electronic Components
We put together a primer on electronics components. Read More
Power Tool Tech: Brushless Motors 101
You’ve heard a lot about brushless power tools on ToolGuyd and elsewhere. Here’s a brief discussion about brushless motors and the advantages they bring to cordless power tools. Read More
Here’s a Tough One – Recommend an Ultra-Compact Portable Tool Kit
Which tools would you throw together to create the ultimate ultra-compact tool kit? Read More
Angled Finish Nailers: DA vs. FN Styles
There are DA and FN angled finish nailers. What’s the difference? Read More
Intro to Special Wrench and Socket Terms and Features
Here’s a quick intro to common wrench and socket features and a couple of specialty designs. Read More
Multimeter Test Leads: PVC vs. Silicone Wire Insulation
Here’s something you might not have considered before – which are better, PVC or silicone multimeter test leads? Read More