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Awesome & Cool

Hands-On: Facom 40R Fast Action Combination Wrenches

Aug 18, 2015 Stuart 9 Comments

These Facom 40R “Fast Action” combination wrenches have an open end ratcheting-like action and are among the most unusual tools in my toolbox.

Machinist Tools

Small Metal Lathe Upgrade: A2Z Quick Change Tool Post

Aug 17, 2015 Stuart 8 Comments

A2Z makes an excellent quick change tool post holder for smaller metal lathes.

Milwaukee Ball Bearing Storage Cabinet Combo

New Tools

Kicking the Tires of Milwaukee’s Ball Bearing Tool Storage Combo

Aug 13, 2015 Stuart 34 Comments

Let’s take a tour of the Milwaukee ball bearing storage combo.

DIY & Home

“Joe Knows Electronics” Pre-Organized Resistor Assortments for the Electronics Hobbyist

Aug 12, 2015 Stuart 5 Comments

I have found Joe Knows Electronics’ well-organized resistor and capacitor assortment kits to be a great value for electronics and microcontroller hobbyists, and even beginners.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Tread – Day 1 Review

Jul 31, 2015 Stuart 14 Comments

The Leatherman Tread is a wearable multi-tool. I started testing one – here is my Day 1 review.

Storage & Organization

Craftsman mini Plastic Tool Boxes are Perfected for Small Tool and Supply Kits

Jul 13, 2015 Stuart 29 Comments

Craftsman’s mini plastic “truck boxes” are perfectly sized for portable auto tool kits, and they’re inexpensive too. Do you know of anything better?

Milwaukee Tool Box 48-22-8010

Made in USA

I Use Milwaukee’s Tool Box for Baby Gear, and it’s Been Awesome!

Jul 10, 2015 Stuart 31 Comments

Sure, Milwaukee’s 13″ tool box is great for hauling tools and supplies around, but we’re using it for something much more challenging – baby gear!

Dell U3415W Curved 34-inch Monitor

Test & Measurement

Off-Topic Review: Dell 34-inch Curved Computer Monitor

Jul 9, 2015 Stuart 20 Comments

Although off-topic, I felt compelled to review my relatively new Dell 34-inch curved computer monitor. I wasn’t going to, but a recent crazy-good sale price added to the urgency.

Layout & Measuring

Another Look at the Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock Tape Measure

Jul 9, 2015 Stuart 10 Comments

This Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock tape measure caters to many different user preferences. Now that I found mine again, I don’t want to let it out of my sight!

Randall Zancudo Folding Knife Blade

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Zancudo Knife Review – a Good Folding Knife for ~$30

Jul 6, 2015 Stuart 7 Comments

The Zancudo folding knife offers surprisingly good comfort and performance for a $30 knife.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Brous Blades Bionic 2.0 Knife Review: a Near-Perfect USA-Made Folder

Jun 30, 2015 Stuart 6 Comments

I really liked a lot of things about the Brous Blades Bionic 2.0 folding knife, but one unfavorable feature prompted me to return it.

Layout & Measuring

Goldblatt Aluminum Box Level Review

Jun 29, 2015 Stuart 13 Comments

Looking for a new level? We reviewed Goldblatt’s new 24-inch and 48-inch levels, and found them to be great, especially for what they cost.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Knipex Mini Pliers Wrench and Cobra Pliers are Perfect for EDC!

Jun 26, 2015 Stuart 38 Comments

These mini Knipex Pliers Wrench and Cobra pliers might be small, but they’re very useful and perfectly sized for an EDC or compact tool kit.

New Tools

Knipex Flat Nose Gripping Pliers

Jun 25, 2015 Stuart 3 Comments

These Knipex flat nose pliers have a huge gripping area!

Electrical Tools

Orbis Angled Pliers and Cutters

Jun 15, 2015 Stuart 8 Comments

While not a full review, I’ve got plenty of good (and not so good) things to say about these Orbis angled pliers.

Precision Tools

Wiha Micro Bit Screwdriver Review

Jun 8, 2015 Stuart 6 Comments

I took the Wiha 75093 micro bit screwdriver set for a [very precise and controlled] spin, and liked what I saw.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

SOG SwitchPlier 2.0 Multi-Tool – Week 1 Usage Report

Jun 2, 2015 Stuart 12 Comments

I’ve been testing the new SOG SwitchPlier 2.0 multi-tool for a couple of days now, and find myself with mixed feelings towards it. It’s stellar and frustrating at the same time.

DIY & Home

Ryobi AirGrip Laser Level – Will it Stick?

May 27, 2015 Benjamen 20 Comments

The Ryobi AirGrip Laser Level sticks to the wall by continuously running a vacuum pump, but just what surfaces will it stick to? We tackle this and other important questions.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Zero Tolerance 0450 Knife Review – a Hard-Use Flipper with Soft Looks

May 19, 2015 Stuart 8 Comments

The new Zero Tolerance 0450 flipper folding knife offers a great balance between form and function, without any obvious compromises, making it an excellent EDC knife.

Leatherman Skeletool Pliers

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Skeletool Multi-Tool Review – a Minimalist but Very Handy EDC Companion

May 17, 2015 Stuart 25 Comments

Leatherman’s Skeletool is an outstanding multi-tool that is lightweight and gracefully compact. My only regret is waiting 7 years to review it.

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