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ToolGuyd Giveaways

Giveaway: How Would You Spend a $100 Home Depot Gift Card?

Apr 1, 2022 Stuart 133 Comments

How would you spend $100 at Home Depot?

How Would You Spend $50 on Tekton Tools?

Mar 31, 2022 Stuart 49 Comments

If you had $50 to spend on Tekton tools, what would you buy?

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

SOG Flash MT – a New “Street-Smart” Multi-Tool

Mar 31, 2022 Stuart 23 Comments

The SOG Flash MT multi-tool has some interesting features.

Milwaukee Inkzall vs. Sharpie – Which Would You Buy?

Mar 30, 2022 Stuart 43 Comments

Between Milwaukee Inkzall and Sharpie, which markers do you favor?

Harbor Freight – “We’re Bringing Back Coupons”

Mar 29, 2022 Stuart 78 Comments

Harbor Freight’s latest newsletter announced they’re bringing coupons back.

Layout & Measuring

Thoughts on the Reekon T1 Tomahawk Digital Tape Measure

Mar 28, 2022 Stuart 82 Comments

Have you see the Reekon T1 Tomahawk digital tape measure yet?

New Massive Makita XGT 8Ah Battery

Mar 28, 2022 Stuart 48 Comments

Makita has announced a huge new XGT battery.

Amazon Guessing Game: What Tool are They Selling?

Mar 27, 2022 Stuart 34 Comments

Can you guess the tool they’re selling?

Festool Quadrive TPC Hammer Drill Lacks Muscle & Appeal

Mar 27, 2022 Stuart 82 Comments

I’ve been unimpressed by Festool’s newest and “best” cordless drill.

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.

James on Klein Tools Upgraded their Mini Bit Ratchet: “I have the old one and love it. It absolutely shines in tight spaces and the finger hole is glorious.…”
TomD on Milwaukee Quietly Launched a New Packout Tool Box: “At only a $10 difference I wouldn’t be surprised if they stop making the handleless one. Though I’ll admit to…”
William Adams on There’s a New Modular Bit Ratchet: “I believe that is discussed in the Kickstarter linked above, which began in early 2016.”
928'er on There’s a New Modular Bit Ratchet: “Doesn’t look like any of the various versions offer the bare tool. I’ve already got enough bits to last me…”
928'er on There’s a New Modular Bit Ratchet: “I’ve got the Lezyne Torque Drive set. https://ride.lezyne.com/products/torque-drive It was about half the price of the Silca version. Silca is…”
Berg on There’s a New Modular Bit Ratchet: “Often Menards is the last one to hop on trends that Home Depot/Lowes/Harbor Freight start, but for once they might…”