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Solar Eclipse? A Reminder to be Safe!

Aug 20, 2017 Stuart 26 Comments

Here’s a reminder of some solar eclipse details safety info.

New Tools

Stanley FatMax Folding Diamond-Coated Ball Hex Key Sets

Aug 18, 2017 Stuart 21 Comments

Stanley FatMax has come out with new folding diamond-coated hex key sets.

New Tools

New Dewalt Rotary Rasps

Aug 18, 2017 Stuart 20 Comments

Dewalt has come out with new rotary rasps for use on ferrous materials.

Editorial

Dewalt 2017 New Tool Media Event Predictions

Aug 17, 2017 Stuart 95 Comments

What do you think Dewalt has in store for us at their 2017 new tool media event this week?

New Tools

Zippkool Fan-Cooled Workwear

Aug 17, 2017 David Frane 11 Comments

There’s some new fan-powered workwear designed to keep you cool and comfy while you work in the heat.

New Tools

New PB Swiss Precision Screwdrivers

Aug 16, 2017 Stuart 19 Comments

PB Swiss is launching a new line of precision screwdrivers.

Layout & Measuring

RevMark Marker 99-Hour Dryout Test Repeated

Aug 16, 2017 Stuart 20 Comments

I had to repeat our uncapped “will it dry out?” test of a RevMark marker.

Editorial

Have You Used Ergodyne Tool Tethers or Lanyards?

Aug 15, 2017 Stuart 13 Comments

Have you ever used Ergodyne’s tool tails, tethers, or other drop-prevention accessories?

Cordless

Bosch 12V Max FlexiClick Drill/Driver Coming Soon + Preorder Bonus

Aug 15, 2017 Stuart 56 Comments

Bosch’s 12V Max FlexiClick modular drill/driver system is coming soon, and there’s a preorder bonus.

Cordless

Inside the Milwaukee M-Spector Pivot View Head

Aug 14, 2017 Benjamen 14 Comments

I broke the Pivoting head on my Milwaukee M-Spector Inspection camera, so I took it apart to fix it

Cordless

Deal of the Day: Bosch 18V Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit (8/14/2017)

Aug 14, 2017 Stuart 14 Comments

This Bosch 18V drill and impact driver combo kit is on sale today only.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Pelican 3310 Glow in the Dark LED Flashlight

Aug 14, 2017 Stuart 10 Comments

My new Pelican LED flashlight features a very powerful glow in the dark housing.

New Tools

Makita ImpactX Screwdriver Bit Holders

Aug 11, 2017 Stuart 15 Comments

Makita’s new ImpactX line of impact-rated screwdriver bits and accessories includes 2 distinct types of bit holders.

News

Shocking SawStop News: A $400 Saw, and CPSC Views on Regulation-Necessitated Licensing

Aug 11, 2017 Stuart 72 Comments

Here’s some news about SawStop and a recent hearing about regulations that would require brands to come out with SawStop-like tech.

Editorial

Favorite Screwdriver and Impact Driver Bits? Ours: Milwaukee Shockwave

Aug 10, 2017 Stuart 71 Comments

Milwaukee Shockwave seems to have become my defacto favorite brand of screwdriver and impact-rated bits. What’s your favorite?

Stuart on Dewalt 20V Max = Dewalt 18V XR Internationally: “I only saw the same, and also other 3rd party replacements for the same model number. I’m also not familiar…”
Matt_T on New Dewalt Atomic 20V Cordless Grinders Take on Air Tools: “Pretty sure these are targeted towards mechanics so I’d say the 0.7HP comparison is fair. For shop use Dewalt have…”
Matt_T on Dewalt 20V Max = Dewalt 18V XR Internationally: “Looks like it’s an aftermarket charger. I wouldn’t use one. If an OE charger with the country specific plug is…”
fred on New Dewalt Atomic 20V Cordless Grinders Take on Air Tools: “Since price is not yet announced – I should have said that the price is likely to be attractive compared…”
fred on New Dewalt Atomic 20V Cordless Grinders Take on Air Tools: ““Dewalt says that the new 4-inch angle grinder delivers up to 44% more power compared to 0.7 HP air angle…”
Stuart on Dewalt 20V Max = Dewalt 18V XR Internationally: “I cannot find any images or information about a “DEC802” charger. You’ll have to contact Dewalt to ask – they…”