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Electrical Tools

Southwire Tools are Now Available at Home Depot, What Does That Mean for Lowe’s?

Jan 12, 2021 Stuart 21 Comments

I was surprised to find that Home Depot is now selling Southwire Tools online.

Bit Holders & Drivers

How do You Feel About 1″ Screwdriver Bits?

Jan 11, 2021 Stuart 76 Comments

How do you feel about short insert-style screwdriver bits?

Electrical Tools

Milwaukee Improves Hole Dozer Hole Saws and Storage Cases

Jan 11, 2021 Stuart 28 Comments

Milwaukee has updated their hole saws and come out with new set cases.

Cordless

Teaser: New Dewalt FlexVolt Modular Cordless Outdoor Power Tool System

Jan 8, 2021 Stuart 45 Comments

Here’s what we know about the new Dewalt FlexVolt modular cordless outdoor power tool lineup so far.

Tool Deals

HOT Deal on a Milwaukee M18 Fuel FRAMING Nailer Bundle

Jan 8, 2021 Stuart 22 Comments

Here’s a fantastic deal on Milwaukee’s M18 Fuel framing nailer!

Cordless

New Milwaukee M12 Fuel High Speed Ratchets are Fastest & Most Compact

Jan 7, 2021 Stuart 30 Comments

Milwaukee has expanded their line of cordless automotive power tools with 2 new ratchets.

Editorial

Let’s Talk About Modern High Velocity Hammers

Jan 7, 2021 Stuart 101 Comments

Why are lighter high performance hammers claimed to be as hard-hitting as heavier hammers?

Mechanics' Tools

Facom 440 Combination Wrench Review

Jan 6, 2021 Stuart 31 Comments

We love the unique design of Facom 440 combination wrenches, but they’re not for everyone.

Digital Fabrication

These are the Hand Tools I’m Using to Assemble a Prusa 3D Printer

Jan 6, 2021 Stuart 19 Comments

Some of the tools used on this build are also among my favorite hand tools.

Digital Fabrication

What Can You Make With a 3D Printer?

Jan 5, 2021 Stuart 27 Comments

Here’s an index of ToolGuyd posts that showcase what you can do with a 3D printer.

New Tools

Does the Amazon Dash Smart Scale Have a Place in Your Home or Workshop?

Jan 5, 2021 Stuart 44 Comments

Would you use Amazon’s new Dash Smart Shelf for reordering everyday home or business supplies?

Digital Fabrication

I Started Building My First Prusa 3D Printer (i3 MK3S+ Kit)

Jan 4, 2021 Stuart 27 Comments

I ordered a Prusa 3D printer over the holiday season and started building it today.

Cordless

Bosch Teases New Cordless Table Saw

Jan 4, 2021 Stuart 23 Comments

Here’s what we know about Bosch’s first cordless table saw so far.

Editorial

Happy New Year, and… Let’s Talk About Dancing Robots

Dec 31, 2020 Stuart 28 Comments

Happy New Year!

Electrical Tools

This Electrician’s Tool Bag has a Huge Milwaukee Tool Presence

Dec 30, 2020 Stuart 62 Comments

Here’s a peek at a local electrician’s tool bag.

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