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Cordless

New Dewalt FlexVolt Cordless Mixer Looks Like a Big Drill

Jan 24, 2019 Stuart 10 Comments

Dewalt is coming out with a new FlexVolt mixer.

Cordless

First Glimpse: Bosch “Strong Arm” Brushless Circular Saw

Jan 23, 2019 Stuart 48 Comments

Here’s a glimpse at the new Bosch 18V Strong Arm brushless circular saw

Cordless

Meet the New Bosch Cordless Power Tool Posse – the MegaWatt Crew

Jan 23, 2019 Stuart 79 Comments

Bosch has announced some new Core18V power tools for 2019.

News

Stanley Black & Decker News (Jan 22, 2019)

Jan 22, 2019 Stuart 26 Comments

Stanley Black & Decker released Q4 2018 and full year earnings data today.

Tool Deals

Metabo HEPA Vac – Buy One, Get One FREE (thru Feb 2019)

Jan 22, 2019 Stuart 25 Comments

Buy a Metabo HEPA-rated vac, get one free!

Digital Fabrication

How to Get 3D Printed Parts Without Owning a Printer

Jan 22, 2019 Benjamen 20 Comments

Here are some options for getting 3D printed parts without having to buy and maintain a pricey printer.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Sources for Flashlight and EDC Tool Reviews and Recommendations

Jan 21, 2019 Stuart 11 Comments

Here are some of the sites and channels we like for flashlight and EDC reviews.

Grinders & Sanders

New Bosch X-Lock Grinder Tool-Free Interface Promises Faster Wheel Changes

Jan 21, 2019 Stuart 35 Comments

The new Bosch X-Lock interfaces promises quick and easy grinding wheel and accessory changes.

Hand Tools

Nuts and Bolts “Thread Checker” is for Sizing Unknown Hardware

Jan 21, 2019 Stuart 44 Comments

The Thread Checker is a portable and easy-to-use gauge for IDing nuts, bolts, and other hardware.

Cordless

New Dewalt Cordless Mid-Torque Impact Wrench with Tool Connect (DCF896)

Jan 18, 2019 Stuart 30 Comments

The new Dewalt DCF896 1/2″ mid-range impact wrench features Tool Connect customizations.

Editorial

I Love My Local Home Depot Store (Jan 2019)

Jan 17, 2019 Stuart 67 Comments

I stopped by my local Home Depot today, the first time in a month, and it was great.

Hand Tools

Fusion Contigua Carabiner – a Versatile USA-made Accessory

Jan 17, 2019 Stuart 14 Comments

Meet one of my favorite accessories, the USA-made Contigua carabiner.

Power Tools

Dewalt Tool Deal: $25 off $100+ (ends Feb 15th, 2019)

Jan 16, 2019 Stuart 17 Comments

Planning to buy new Dewalt tools soon? Here’s a new promo that can save you some money.

Made in USA

New Woodpeckers Router Table Dust Cabinet

Jan 16, 2019 Stuart 14 Comments

Woodpeckers has [finally] come out with a router table dust cabinet.

Accessories

A Better Way to Carry Spare AA or AAA Batteries

Jan 15, 2019 Stuart 31 Comments

Here’s another ToolGuyd favorite – PowerMax AA and AAA battery holders.

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