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Hand Tools

New Stanley FatMax Snips and HVAC Tools at Lowes

Nov 12, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

We came across a nice new display of updated Stanley FatMax aviation snips and HVAC tools at the local Lowes.

New Tools

New Vampliers Screw Extraction Pliers Sizes: “Pro” and Mini

Nov 12, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Vampire Tools has come out with two new sizes of Vampliers screw extraction pliers.

Rotary Tools

Lowes Black Friday 2014: Dremel 200 Rotary Tool for $25

Nov 11, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

Here’s another Lowes Black Friday deal for you to consider.

Cordless

Makita 18V Dual Port Charger with USB

Nov 11, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

Makita’s coming out with a new dual port 18V Li-ion battery charger that can recharge docked batteries simultaneously.

Cordless

Fantastic Value Bosch 18V Drill, Impact Driver, L-Boxx Combo Kit

Nov 11, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

We feel that Bosch’s 18V drill, impact driver, and double L-Boxx kit bundle is one of the best value drill and impact combo options currently available, at least at the ~$200 price point.

Pliers

Hot Deal: Crescent X2 Long-Reach Pliers Set

Nov 11, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

We came across a fantastic deal on this Crescent compound-action long-reach pliers set.

Cordless

New Cordless Tool Battery Deals at Home Depot

Nov 11, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

There are a couple of cordless battery pack bundle deals over at HD.

Editorial

What Will You Probably Buy This Holiday Season?

Nov 10, 2014 Stuart 20 Comments

What will you be buying this holiday season? Anything good?

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Holiday Deal: Leatherman Sidekick Multi-Tool for $25

Nov 10, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

One of Home Depot’s holiday offers is the ToolGuyd-recommended Leatherman Sidekick, for $25.

Tool Deals

Deal: Buy a Milwaukee Screwdriver, Get a Free Bottle Opener

Nov 10, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Here’s an updated list of current Milwaukee tool deals, and details about a new screwdriver and free bonus bottle opener promo.

New Tools

New Husky Pistol Grip Pliers

Nov 10, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Check out these new pistol-grip angled Husky pliers.

Cordless

Ridgid 12V Cordless Drill Torque Specs Update (R9000K Combo Kit)

Nov 10, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

The drill/driver that’s included in Ridgid’s R9000K 12V drill and impact driver combo kit is even more powerful than we thought!

Editorial

8 Things I Saw During my Annual Holiday Visit to the Local Sears Store (2014)

Nov 10, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Here are a couple of things I observed and experienced during my recent annual holiday trip to Sears.

Tool Deals

Some Black Friday and Holiday Prices are Already in Effect

Nov 9, 2014 Stuart Discuss

This is just a friendly reminder that a lot of holiday season tool deals and special buys are already available now.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Wallet Ninja, a Flashy Credit Card Tool

Nov 8, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

We just saw a ridiculous TV commercial for the Wallet Ninja, and 18-in-1 credit card tool.

Tool Deals

Deal: Custom Milwaukee M12 Combo Kit with Free Batteries and Charger

Nov 8, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

A new Milwaukee M12 power tool promo allows you to create your own custom combo kit with bare tools, free batteries, and a charger.

Tool Deals

Today’s Home Depot Special Buys (11/7/2014)

Nov 7, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

There are a couple of decent tool deals as part of today’s Home Depot “Deal of the Day” special buy lineup.

Cordless

Deal: Dewalt 20V Compact Reciprocating Saw Kit with ToughSystem Tool Box

Nov 7, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Dewalt’s new 20V Max compact reciprocating saw is now available in a hard-to-resist kit and ToughSystem tool box bundle.

New Tools

New Dewalt 12″ Miter Saw with XPS LED Lighting

Nov 7, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Dewalt’s new DWS716XPS miter saw updates a well-regarded with their fantastic cut-line guidance system.

Hammers & Mallets

Deal: Husky 20oz Rip Claw Hammer for $10

Nov 7, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

There’s a new $10 Husky rip claw hammer that’s worth a look.

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