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New Tools

Kobalt Ratcheting Rapid-Adjust Wrench is… Different

Nov 3, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

I came across the Kobalt ratcheting auto-adjust wrench, and it’s definitely… unique…

Layout & Measuring

New Craftsman Pocket Tape Measure has Everything Except for…

Nov 3, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

This Craftsman 9ft tape measure looks like a convenient must-have.

Mechanics' Tools

New Milwaukee Packout Mechanics Tool Set – Black Friday 2019 Special?

Nov 2, 2019 Stuart 53 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a new Packout mechanics tool set for the holidays!

Cordless

Tool Deal: Black & Decker Cordless Screwdriver for Just $10

Nov 1, 2019 Stuart 20 Comments

This Black & Decker cordless screwdriver is very low-priced right now.

Clamps

Tool Talk: Hanging Cabinets with Some of My Favorite Tools

Nov 1, 2019 Stuart 30 Comments

Let’s talk about the tools I used to hang some new wall cabinets.

Cordless

Milwaukee MX FUEL Cordless Equipment System

Oct 31, 2019 Stuart 155 Comments

Learn more about the new Milwaukee MX Fuel cordless equipment system and 6 new tools.

Editorial

Mystery Box Tool Giveaway (11/2019)

Oct 30, 2019 Stuart 287 Comments

Who wants to win a mystery box of tools?

Hand Tools

Brace for Possible Price Hikes – New Tariffs Imposed on German Hand Tools

Oct 30, 2019 Stuart 71 Comments

It looks like we might see some higher prices on German hand tools – here’s why.

Accessories

How Would You Use a Klein Magnetic Wrist Strap?

Oct 29, 2019 Stuart 29 Comments

Would you put this Klein magnetic wrist strap to good use?

Tool Deals

Halloween Deal: 10% off Cordless Power Tools, Tool Storage, Hand Tools, etc. (ends 10/31/19)

Oct 29, 2019 Stuart 8 Comments

Halloween = a time to save money on new tools and related gear? Sure, sounds good to me.

Cordless

Metabo HPT (Hitachi) Launches a Blacked-Out Brushless Drill/Driver – a Black Friday 2019 Special??

Oct 29, 2019 Stuart 27 Comments

We spotted a new Metabo HPT 18V brushless drill kit with blacked-out color scheme.

Storage & Organization

I Dream of a Lista Workshop, with Oodles of Tool Cabinets and Uncluttered Worksurfaces

Oct 28, 2019 Stuart 33 Comments

Boy do I wish I had a perfectly organized workspace.

New Tools

Dewalt Revamps ToughSystem Modular Tool Boxes, Says ToughSystem 2.0 on the Way

Oct 28, 2019 Stuart 34 Comments

Dewalt will be “relaunching” their ToughSystem tool box lineup, starting with a new music player and charger.

Made in USA

Milwaukee Hole Dozer Refresh: Best USA-Made Hole Saws Now with More Slots

Oct 28, 2019 Stuart 17 Comments

Milwaukee has updated their Hole Dozer hole saws with a new slot design.

Announcements & Updates

ToolGuyd Misc Tool Talk and Social Media Weekly Summary (10/28/2019)

Oct 28, 2019 Stuart 7 Comments

Here’s a look at last week’s ToolGuyd social media tool coverage and content.

John S on I Need to Pick a Cordless Power Tool Brand: “I’m doing the same since moving out of the field. I recently passed along my full kit of Metabo hpt…”
Jared on My Workshop Cleanup Efforts Continue -September Update: “Some of these popped up in Princess Auto about a year ago – kind of like a Canadian Harbor Freight.…”
Andrew on My Workshop Cleanup Efforts Continue -September Update: “Yes, made by Western Forge. Good screwdrivers, but not the hardest metal. Wish I could get some actually.”
Rog on My Workshop Cleanup Efforts Continue -September Update: “If this is TMI, feel not to answer, Staurt: Do you write off the donation of these tools? That doesn’t…”
Tim D. on New Leatherman Wave Alpha – First Look: “If they price it under $180, I’ll be shocked and I feel like they’ll sell really well. My guesstimate is…”
Don on New Leatherman Wave Alpha – First Look: “I’ll wait and decide when the price comes out in October. At $120 I might. But I really like my…”