Tool Reviews – Page 28

Review: O’Keeffe’s Working Hands Hand Cream

Feb 20, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

I have been using O’Keeffe’s Working Hands hand cream to help repair my rough dry hands, and it actually works pretty well!

Hand Tools

Review: Craftsman Round Point Digging Shovels

Feb 19, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

We tested Craftsman’s USA-made fiberglass-handled shovels.

Drills & Drivers

Recommended: Irwin Speedbor Max Drill Bits

Feb 18, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

Looking to upgrade your woodboring bits? We have had great experiences with Irwin’s Speedbor Max self-feeding 3-spur spade bits.

Layout & Measuring

Studpop – an Easy to Use and Inexpensive Magnetic Stud Finder

Feb 13, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Studpop is an inexpensive made-in-USA magnetic stud finder that works exactly as advertised.

Editorial

Agilent 34461A Benchtop Multimeter Mini Review

Feb 12, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

Here are a few words about our recent purchase of an Agilent 34461A digital benchtop multimeter.

Editorial

Mechanix Impact Pro Work Gloves Review

Jan 30, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

I just tested my new pair of Mechanix Impact Pro work gloves, and I’m not at all happy with them.

Cordless

Milwaukee M18 Bluetooth Radio Review

Jan 23, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

We asked the guys at Tools in Action for a quick review of Milwaukee’s new M18 jobsite radio charger.

Cordless

Bosch GLM 100 C Laser Distance Measuring Tool Review

Jan 23, 2014 Stuart 23 Comments

We reviewed the new Bosch Bluetooth-equipped GLM 100 C laser distance measuring tool.

Cordless

Skil 360 Quick Select Cordless Screwdriver Review

Jan 16, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

Here are some final thoughts on Skil’s 360 Quick Select cordless screwdriver

Flashlights & Worklights

Review: Cree “60W” Daylight LED Light Bulb

Jan 13, 2014 Stuart 33 Comments

We LOVE the new Cree daylight LED light bulbs!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Review: Leatherman Crunch Locking Pliers Multi-Tool

Dec 30, 2013 Clayton M 17 Comments

We reviewed the Leatherman Crunch multi-tool, a unique model that features adjustable locking pliers.

Storage & Organization

Modular Tool Box Systems Compared: L-Boxx vs. ToughSystem vs. Systainer vs. Tstak

Dec 20, 2013 Stuart 37 Comments

Looking to buy into a modular tool storage system? Here’s a rough comparison of all available options.

Made in USA

Cleanstream HEPA Shop Vacuum Filters

Dec 20, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

We have nothing but good things to say about Cleanstream rinsable HEPA wet/dry shop vacuum filters!

New Tools

Beta BetaGrip Screwdriver Review

Dec 17, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

We tested Beta’s excellent BetaGrip screwdrivers.

Cordless

Black & Decker Platinum 20V Max Drill/Driver Review

Dec 13, 2013 Stuart 18 Comments

We reviewed Black & Decker’s stylish new Platinum 20V Max drill/driver.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Dewalt Multi-Tool Gift Pack Review

Dec 6, 2013 Stuart 15 Comments

Here’s what we think about Dewalt’s latest pocket and keychain-sized multi-tools.

New Tools

Festool Cantilever Systainer Tool Box Review

Dec 5, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

We reviewed Festool’s new 499901 cantilever Systainer tool box. There are things we like and don’t like about it, but overall it’s a very well made product.

Cordless

Best Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool

Nov 22, 2013 Stuart 32 Comments

We put together a rundown of the best cordless oscillating multi-tools from among all of the ones we have tested and used.

New Tools

Proto SkyHook Tool Tether System Review

Nov 20, 2013 Stuart 10 Comments

If you use tool tethers in a commercial or industrial environment, you will definitely want to take a look at Proto’s SkyHook tool tether and transfer system, which is marvelously user-friendly.

Awesome & Cool

Facom Slip Joint Locking Pliers Review

Nov 18, 2013 Stuart 26 Comments

These Facom locking pliers are a completely foreign design, but they work well.

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