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Here are Some Recommended Ratcheting Screwdrivers

Apr 13, 2016 Stuart 29 Comments

Since someone brought up ratcheting screwdrivers, here’s some praise for the ones I’ve been using a lot lately. Read More

Screwdrivers, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites

Prestige Medical-Style Shears

Feb 8, 2016 Stuart 7 Comments

After a year and a half of occasional use, I think very highly of my $9 pair of medical-style scissors. Read More

Hand Tools, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites

You Know You Want it: Lego Technic Mercedes-Benz Arocs Truck Building Set

Dec 10, 2015 Stuart 12 Comments

You should totally add this Lego Technic Arocs building set to your holiday wishlist. It’s a pricey but hopefully rewarding model to build. Did I mention that it’s got pneumatic actuators? Read More

Awesome & Cool, ToolGuyd Favorites

Have You Seen Our Super Awesome Ultimate Tool Gift Guide? You Can Help Out with Volume 2!

Oct 29, 2015 Stuart 30 Comments

Have you seen our Ultimate Tool Gift Guide? What do you think of it, and do you have a favorite tool that would be right at home in Volume 2? Read More

ToolGuyd Favorites

Best Tape Measures – Opinions Wanted!

Jul 7, 2015 Stuart 76 Comments

Which would you say is the best tape measure? Or maybe just your favorite? Maybe they match up with our own favorites and recommendations. Read More

Editorial, Layout & Measuring, ToolGuyd Favorites

Another Reader Joins the PB Swiss Owner’s Club!

Jun 17, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

Another reader has walked down the irreversible path of PB Swiss Tools ownership. Will you be next? Read More

Hand Tools, Reader Question, ToolGuyd Favorites

Gearwrench MicroDriver Set Crams a Lot of Usefulness in a Compact Package

May 8, 2015 Stuart 23 Comments

For less than $20 (as of the time of this posting), Gearwrench’s MicroDriver mini ratchet screwdriver bit and socket set offers a lot of usefulness at an incredible value. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, Screwdrivers, Sockets & Drive Tools, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites

Wondering what recent giveaway winners won? I sent them 4 of my favorite fantastic compact carryable tools. I can’t decide on a 5th tool to discuss, and so I’m hoping to hear about YOUR favorite mini carryable tool. Read More

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, ToolGuyd Favorites

Craftsman Professional Bench Vise is Back in Stock!

Sep 3, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

The much-liked and value-priced Craftsman Professional bench vise is back in stock! Read More

DealGuyd, Shop Essentials, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites, Workholding & Vises

The Amazing Knipex Pliers Wrench

Aug 28, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Knipex’s Pliers Wrenches are pricey, but extremely versatile additions to any tool box. Read More

Pliers, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites

NWS Pliers Now at Lee Valley

Aug 15, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Lee Valley has started carrying NWS pliers, making these excellent tools even easier to find and buy in the USA! Read More

Pliers, ToolGuyd Favorites

Recommended: Nexcare Waterproof Bandages

Jun 19, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Here’s a quick look at Nexcare’s clear waterproof adhesive bandages. Read More

Safety, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites

2014 Father’s Day Gift Guide

Jun 12, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Here are our 5 tool gift guide picks for the 2014 Father’s Day season! Read More

Editorial, ToolGuyd Favorites

Let’s Talk About Long Nose Pliers

May 29, 2014 Stuart 30 Comments

Here are some of my thoughts about long nose pliers. Which brands and features do you prefer? Read More

Pliers, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites

Wanted: Bahco (Irazola) Tekno+ Screwdrivers

Mar 4, 2014 Stuart 19 Comments

Wanted (at a reasonable price): Bahco (Snap-on/Irazola) screwdrivers. Read More

Screwdrivers, ToolGuyd Favorites

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Bart on The Chris Reeve Sebenza, a High-End USA-Made Knife – is it Worth it?: “It becomes a luxury item once its form and price are far in excess of what is required to get…”
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