Power Tools – Page 164

Drill Sergeant Magnetic Bit Holder

Jan 12, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

The Drill Sergeant is a magnetic bit holder that attaches to your tool and holds drill and screwdriver bits, as well as steel hardware.

Bit Holders & Drivers

12+ Essential Tools for DIYers and Homeowners

Jan 10, 2012 Stuart 35 Comments

Here’s my take on what every beginner DIYer and homeowner needs in their tool kit. If you’re years past being a beginner, please share your own recommendations and feedback!

Cordless

Milwaukee M12 Thermal Imaging Camera

Jan 9, 2012 Stuart 7 Comments

Milwaukee is entering the IR thermal imager market with their very first cordless M12 thermal imaging camera!

Drills & Drivers

Kreg Shelf Pin Drilling Jig

Jan 9, 2012 Stuart 2 Comments

Kreg’s new reasonably priced shelf pin drilling jig is aimed to make DIY and professional cabinet shelf-placement quicker and easier.

Power Tools

Nova Comet II Midi Lathe with Grinder & Sander Attachments

Jan 9, 2012 Stuart 8 Comments

In addition to being well-equipped for hobbyist and wood turning projects, the Nova Comet II midi lathe has an attachment point that can power a grinder, sander, or one of several other accessories.

Cordless

BatteriesPlus Rayovac Replacement NiCd Tool Battery Recall

Jan 5, 2012 Stuart Discuss

BatteriesPlus is recalling all Rayovac replacement power tool batteries that were sold between Jun 2008 and Oct 2011.

Power Tool Accessories

Precision Twist 13pc Drill Bit Set for $15

Jan 5, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

If you’re looking for high quality general purpose drill bits, here’s a 13pc Precision Twist set that’s very reasonably priced.

New Tools

Milwaukee Deep Cut Band Saws

Jan 4, 2012 Stuart 2 Comments

Milwaukee’s coming out with two new deep-cutting band saws.

Accessories

Caution: This is Why Cheap Drill Bit Sets are so Cheap

Dec 30, 2011 Stuart 14 Comments

Have you ever wondered how budget brands can offer large drill bit sets for so cheap?

Power Tool Accessories

Irwin 81pc Drill and Screwdriver Bit Set $15

Dec 28, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

We found a good deal on an okay Irwin drill and screwdriver bit set.

Grinders & Sanders

6-inch Bench Grinders: Craftsman vs. Ryobi vs. Porter Cable?

Dec 28, 2011 Stuart 39 Comments

A reader has asked for help choosing a bench grinder. Of the three models available at local retail stores, our vote goes for Craftsman. What are your thoughts?

Oscillating Tools

Porter Cable Multi-Tool Video Review

Dec 22, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Here’s a quick video review and hands-on tour of the Porter Cable oscillating multi-tool we reviewed a while back.

Cordless

You Can Use an Impact Driver to Drill Holes, But Should You?

Dec 22, 2011 Stuart 31 Comments

We put together a short video to show why we don’t like using cordless screwdrivers and impact drivers to drill holes.

Power Tools

Festool Kapex Sliding Miter Saw Sweepstakes

Dec 21, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Feeling lucky? Enter Festool’s sweepstakes before the end of the month for a chance to win a Kapex sliding compound miter saw.

Power Tools

Craftsman Digital Router Review

Dec 21, 2011 Stuart 18 Comments

Here is our review of Craftsman’s digital plunge router. What sets this router apart from other offerings is its LCD screen and built-in bit library and RPM speed calculator

Cordless

Bosch Drill & Impact Driver Kit for $165 Shipped

Dec 20, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

If you’re looking for an 18V drill/driver and impact driver combo kit, or a last minute DIY gift idea, here’s a decent Bosch 18V deal to consider.

Cordless

Craftsman V4 Tools on Clearance, Possibly Discontinued

Dec 17, 2011 Stuart 9 Comments

Craftsman’s light-duty V4 tools are now 75% off, if you could find ’em.

New Tools

And the Most Popular Power Tools of the Season are…

Dec 16, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Can you guess which two similarly-styled power tools are extremely popular this holiday season?

Oscillating Tools

Bosch Multi-X Oscillating Multi-Tool Back in Stock, Still on Sale

Dec 14, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

The Bosch Multi-X is back in stock and is still on sale at an incredibly low $106 including shipping!

Accessories

Free Bosch Multi-X Oscillating Multi-Tool Blade (No Purchase Necessary)

Dec 13, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Here’s a sweet new offer for a free Bosch Multi-X oscillating multi-tool blade.

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