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Flashlights & Worklights

Why is Milwaukee’s LED Penlight So Thick?

Oct 16, 2017 Stuart 37 Comments

Here’s a cross sectional look at Milwaukee’s LED penlight flashlight.

Hand Tools

Gearwrench Has a New “Brand Identity”

Oct 16, 2017 Stuart 48 Comments

Gearwrench has revitalized their branding, and also the look of their tools.

Editorial

The Fall of Sears and Craftsman

Oct 15, 2017 Stuart 111 Comments

I have tried to hold onto hope, but Sears has fallen so far, I don’t think I will ever shop there again.

Saws

Pre-Holiday Season Portable Table Saw Sales

Oct 13, 2017 Stuart 24 Comments

There are some portable table saw deals going on right now. Some might be better priced later in the season, others look to be priced as low as they’re going to get.

Editorial

I Never Took a Shop or Woodworking Class, But…

Oct 13, 2017 Stuart 17 Comments

Come to think of it, while I didn’t learn woodworking or shop in school, there were some fond experiences.

Cordless

Dewalt FlexVolt 60V Max Dual-Handled Paddle Mixer

Oct 13, 2017 Benjamen 14 Comments

Dewalt’s new FlexVolt dual-handle paddle mixer will make mixing thinset, mortar, and concrete a breeze.

Editorial

When Did You Learn How to Use a Tape Measure?

Oct 12, 2017 Stuart 67 Comments

When did you learn how to use a tape measure? Where? School, home, or work?

Editorial

A Few Things I Learned About Myself and DIY Electrical Work

Oct 12, 2017 Stuart 46 Comments

There are a few things I realized about myself, or was at least reminded of.

Editorial

From Outlet and Light Switch Replacement to Box Sizing Questions and More

Oct 11, 2017 Stuart 53 Comments

All I wanted to do was replace some outlets and a light switch, but then came the questions.

New Tools

Kobalt Cordless Drill Holder

Oct 10, 2017 Stuart 24 Comments

Kobalt has come out with a simple but seemingly effective drill/driver holder.

Cordless

New Makita 3.6V Folding Screwdriver with Bit Kit and USB Charging Port

Oct 10, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

Makita has come out with a new 3.6V cordless screwdriver set.

Cordless

Ridgid MegaMAX, a New Heavier Duty 18V Modular Tool System, Coming Soon

Oct 9, 2017 Stuart 23 Comments

Teaser: There’s a new Ridgid MegaMax 18V modular cordless power tool system, coming soon.

Tool Deals

Monday Deal of the Day on Milwaukee M18 Tools and Combos

Oct 9, 2017 Stuart 12 Comments

There are some good deals on a couple of Milwaukee M18 tool kits and combos, today only.

Editorial

How Stanley Black & Decker Targets Their Tool Brands in 2017, and Other Insider Info

Oct 6, 2017 Stuart 57 Comments

Every so often, Stanley Black & Decker shares a glimpse at what they’re thinking, what they know, and what their plans are.

Cordless

New Makita 12V Max Brushless Jig Saws

Oct 6, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

Here are 2 new 12V Max brushless cordless jig saws from Makita.

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