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New at Harbor Freight – “Extreme Duty” Hercules Tool Backpack

Mar 25, 2022 Stuart 45 Comments

Harbor Freight has a new Hercules Extreme Duty jobsite tool backpack.

Are American Tool Brands Disappearing?

Mar 24, 2022 Stuart 73 Comments

A reader’s comment prompted me to think about the tool industry.

Workshop Spring Cleaning – Progress Report 3/24/22

Mar 24, 2022 Stuart 32 Comments

I’ve been making some progress on my decluttering efforts, what about you?

New Makita Cordless Lantern Radio for XGT, 18V, 12V Battery Systems

Mar 23, 2022 Stuart 24 Comments

Makita has a new multi-functional lantern with radio, flashlight, & USB charging.

When is the Best Time to Buy Power Tool Batteries?

Mar 22, 2022 Stuart 31 Comments

A reader asked for help in deciding whether to buy batteries now or not.

New NWS Pliers Wrench Gripper

Mar 22, 2022 Stuart 20 Comments

Another new Pliers Wrench is hitting the market.

Electrical Tools

Let’s Compare 2 Klein Electrical Tester Kits

Mar 21, 2022 Stuart 47 Comments

A reader asked how Klein’s $50 tester kit compares to a $40 kit. Let’s find out.

New Harbor Freight Hercules 12V 4Ah Battery

Mar 21, 2022 Stuart 10 Comments

Harbor Freight has added a new higher capacity battery to their Hercules 12V line.

New Milwaukee M12 Cordless Fan

Mar 21, 2022 Stuart 36 Comments

Milwaukee has a new M12 personal cooling fan.

Best Tool Deals, March 2022

Mar 21, 2022 Stuart 42 Comments

Here are a couple of new tool deals you might be interested in.

Craftsman TradeStack Tool Box System Review

Mar 18, 2022 Stuart 51 Comments

Here’s what I think about the Craftsman TradeStack 3pc tool box combo.

I Keep Too Much Stuff – Tools, Parts, and Personal Things

Mar 18, 2022 Stuart 74 Comments

“Spring Cleaning” doesn’t begin to describe what I’ve been doing, and it’s about time.

Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0 2-Drawer Tool Box

Mar 17, 2022 Stuart 29 Comments

Dewalt’s ToughSystem 2.0 2-drawer tool box is on the way.

Ridgid is Launching Many New 18V Cordless Power Tools in 2022

Mar 16, 2022 Stuart 45 Comments

This is going to be a huge year for Ridgid.

Will Milwaukee Respond to New Cordless Power Tool Battery Tech in 2022?

Mar 16, 2022 Stuart 98 Comments

2022 seems to be a big year in cordless tech, what is Milwaukee working on?

Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0 Tool Bag – First Look

Mar 15, 2022 Stuart 22 Comments

Here’s a look at the new Dewalt ToughSystem tool bag.

Makita Price Increase Goes into Effect on 4/1/2022

Mar 15, 2022 Stuart 23 Comments

Many Makita tools are set to increase in price on 4/1/2022.

New Dewalt Cordless HEPA Stick Vacuum

Mar 14, 2022 Stuart 101 Comments

Dewalt has a new HEPA-rated cordless stick vac.

New Kreg MultiPurpose Woodworking Support Pucks

Mar 14, 2022 Stuart 14 Comments

Kreg has come out with new woodworking pucks.

Fein Oscillating Blades on Clearance at Home Depot, Replaced by Ryobi

Mar 11, 2022 Stuart 23 Comments

It looks like Home Depot is changing up their OMT accessories section.

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