Tool Reviews – Page 31

Made in USA

SK Socket Set Review – 3/8″ 18pc Fractional Set

Dec 16, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

I had the opportunity to review an SK 3/8″ socket set, and it changed my thoughts about the brand – for the better.

Accessories

An Awesome Folding Hand Truck for $25

Dec 5, 2014 Stuart 23 Comments

Who would have thought that such an inexpensive folding hand cart would be so good?

Grinders & Sanders

Harbor Freight 69924 Dual Action Polisher Review

Nov 26, 2014 Stephen K 12 Comments

Looking for your first automotive polisher? So were we, and we chose Harbor Freight’s dual action model – here’s the review.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Milwaukee Compact Ratcheting Screwdriver Review

Nov 25, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Milwaukee’s compact ratcheting screwdriver bit driver offers 8-in-1 functionality and is a handy way to access fasteners in tight spaces.

Mechanics' Tools

Gearwrench Ratcheting Wrench Socket Adapters

Nov 25, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

I bought these neat Gearwrench ratcheting wrench socket adapters more than 6 years ago, and I don’t think I’ve used them once.

Cordless

Flipout Cordless Driver Video Review

Nov 24, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

I quickly reviewed the Flipout cordless screwdriver. Here’s the video, and a follow-up will include more photos and details.

Sockets & Drive Tools

PB Swiss Tools Bit Sockets – Review

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Here’s something you might not have seen before – one-piece hex and Torx bit sockets, by PB Swiss Tools.

Bit Holders & Drivers

PB Swiss Tools BitBlock – a Fantastic Screwdriver Bit Holder

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

These PB Swiss Tools BitBlocks are the BEST portable bit holders I’ve ever used!

Mechanics' Tools

Facom Angled Socket Wrench Review

Nov 20, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

Have you ever seen these Facom angled socket wrenches before? They’re actually quite handy, and among my favorite hand tools.

Made in USA

SK Hand Tool Hex Bit Sockets Review

Nov 20, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

I took these SK Hand Tool hex bit sockets for a spin, and found them to be quite good.

Mechanics' Tools

Wera Zyklop Sliding T-Handle

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 15 Comments

The Wera sliding T-handle is one more of my favorite socket accessories, and it’s also incredibly versatile to use. Plus it won’t cost you an arm or a leg.

Made in USA

Proto Locking Socket Extension Review

Nov 18, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

A locking extension is a useful drive accessory to have available. Here’s a quick review of a Proto that I bought a couple of months ago.

Mechanics' Tools

Wera Zyklop Socket Extensions Review

Nov 18, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Wera’s socket extensions feature free-spinning sleeves and are great to use with sliding T-handles.

Made in USA

SK Thumbwheel Ratchet Review

Nov 17, 2014 Stuart 31 Comments

SK Hand Tool’s thumbwheel ratchet is a handy and refined drive tool for working in tight areas.

Awesome & Cool

Field Notes Pocket Notepad with Cherry Wood Cover

Nov 14, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Check out the USA-made cherry wood-covered pocket-sized notepads.

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