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Dewalt DW735X Planer Bundle Deal

Aug 16, 2016 Stuart 9 Comments

A reader sent in a tip that Dewalt’s planer package has once again dropped in price.

Tronex Super-Premium USA-Made Precision Pliers Review

Aug 15, 2016 Stuart 63 Comments

I have grown very fond of Tronex’s USA-made flat nose precision pliers. Yes, they’re pricey, but you get finely finished perfection for your money.

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

Hands On: Black & Decker 20V Max Cordless Hot Glue Gun Review

Aug 15, 2016 Benjamen 20 Comments

The Black & Decker cordless hot glue gun stands up on its own, heats up fast, and lasts about 2 hours on a charge. I’ve been using it more than I ever thought I would. At the $36 for the bare tool, there’s no reason not to pick it up.

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

Recommend a Hot Glue Gun?

Aug 12, 2016 Stuart 50 Comments

Can you recommend a hot glue gun? What about glue sticks? What do you use a glue gun for?

Cordless

New Makita 12V CXT USB Power Source

Aug 12, 2016 Stuart 7 Comments

This new Makita 12V Max CXT USB power source is probably a must-buy for users of this cordless system.

Cordless

Makita 12V CXT Oscillating Multi-Tool

Aug 11, 2016 Stuart 13 Comments

Makita has added one more new tool to their 12V CXT lineup – a compact oscillating multi-tool.

Editorial

A Great Automation Direct Shopping Experience!

Aug 11, 2016 Stuart 9 Comments

I tried Automation Direct after readers recommended them, and have a very positive shopping experience!

Cordless

Bosch 12V Max Brushless Impacts are Coming Soon (Available for Preorder)

Aug 10, 2016 Stuart 45 Comments

Bosch’s 12V Max PS42 brushless impact driver and PS82 brushless 3/8″ impact wrench are nearly here! Here’s a look at their features and specs.

Tool Reviews

Fiskars Telescoping Pruner Review: It Broke on the Second Use

Aug 10, 2016 Stuart 22 Comments

A Fiskars extending pole pruner broke the second time I tried to use it!

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

Right Angle Grease Gun Adapter

Aug 10, 2016 Benjamen 8 Comments

This right angle grease coupler from Thexton fits your standard grease gun to get at those hard to reach zerk fittings.

Drills & Drivers

Hammer Drill or Rotary Hammer? Which Do You Use?

Aug 9, 2016 Stuart 32 Comments

Hammer drill or rotary hammer – what do you use for your masonry drilling?

Cordless

Bosch Compact 18V Worklight Coming to USA

Aug 9, 2016 Stuart 6 Comments

Bosch’s new 18V LED worklight has a focusable and pivoting lamp head.

Awesome & Cool

Adafruit’s ADABOX: a New Subscription Service for DIY Electronics Stuff

Aug 9, 2016 Benjamen 7 Comments

Adafruit, one of our favorite electronics supply shops, is starting AdaBox, a subscription service for electronic project components.

Accessories

New Kreg Screw Storage System

Aug 8, 2016 Benjamen 16 Comments

Kreg has come out with new small and large screw boxes, each with their own lid, and a Screw Organizer that the boxes can drop right into.

Storage & Organization

L-Boxx Mini Tool and Parts Box: First Thoughts

Aug 8, 2016 Stuart 24 Comments

Here are a few thoughts about my new L-Boxx Mini tool and parts boxes!

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