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Blaklader Workwear

New Tools

Blaklader Workwear Finds its Way to North America

Jul 6, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Blaklader is a 50-year old European workwear company that recently turned its attention to the USA. Thus far it looks like their quality is outstanding!

Gyros MagnaLite Cordlss LED Work Light

Flashlights & Worklights

Gyros MagnaLite LED Work Lights

Jul 5, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Gyros’ MagnaLite LED work lights have pivoting heads, magnetic bases, and a hanging hook, for convenient illumination where you need it.

Gerber Bear Grylls Basic Survival Kit

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Gerber Bear Grylls Basic Survival Kit – a Decent Buy

Jul 5, 2011 Stuart 7 Comments

Gerber’s Bear Grylls basic survival kit includes a small knife, fire starter, and a few other pieces of kit, and at less than $20, it looks to be a great buy!

In the Workshop Mortise and Tenon Tutorial

Websites & Resources

How to Make a Hand-Cut Mortise and Tenon Joint

Jul 1, 2011 Stuart Discuss

While looking for a bit more information about mortise & tenon joinery, I came across an excellent tutorial over at In the Workshop. It is DEFINITELY worth reading through and bookmarking for future reference.

DIY & Home

Dremel Kicks Off New Series of DIY Tutorials

Jul 1, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Dremel has kicked off a new series of quick DIY how-to videos.

Bosch L-Boxx-1 Power Tool Carrying Case

New Tools

Bosch L-Boxx Tool Carrying Cases Now Widely Available

Jun 30, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Bosch’s new L-Boxxes are now available! We’re in the process of reviewing one (L-Boxx-3), and so far it looks to be a very robust and capable power tool storage and transport solution.

WoodRiver Cam Clamp

Clamps

Cam Clamp Hold Downs Aren’t Only For Jigs!

Jun 29, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

Four cam clamps really saved me a lot of time today, so I thought I’d give them 15 minutes in the spotlight. If you haven’t tried these types of hold downs, you may want to give them a try.

Lee Valley & Veritas Free Shipping July 2011

Tool Deals

Lee Valley Free Shipping Event!

Jun 29, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

It’s that time of year again – free shipping at Lee Valley & Veritas, on orders $40+!

Awesome & Cool

Fluke’s Kick-Ass Viral Vibration Tester Video – a MUST SEE!

Jun 28, 2011 Stuart Discuss

You MUST watch this video, RIGHT NOW! It’s a little over 90 seconds long, and is full of high-speed footage of vibrating metal. It’s a little artsy, but very pleasantly executed and left me wanting to see more.

Milwaukee M12 Realtree AP Heated Jacket

Awesome & Cool

Keep Camouflaged and Warm with Milwaukee M12 Realtree AP Heated Jacket

Jun 28, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Milwaukee is coming out with a new Realtree AP camo-version of their popular M12 heated jacket!

Rockler Brass Setup Bars

Layout & Measuring

Router Table and Table Saw Setup Bars

Jun 28, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

For quick and easy router table bit and table saw blade height adjustments, consider giving these inexpensive setup bars a try.

Editorial

How NOT to Transport an Extension Ladder

Jun 27, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Public Service Announcement: It is NOT okay to transport a long ladder by stowing it through your sunroof, with >8 feet of it sticking up and out.

Editorial

Props to Lee Valley For Above & Beyond Customer Service

Jun 24, 2011 Stuart Discuss

A recent customer service experience with Lee Valley & Veritas has me itching to spread word about it!

Dewalt TrackSaw Clamps

Clamps

Dewalt TrackSaw Track Clamps Fit Festool Guide Rails!

Jun 24, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Just an FYI for those who use Festool Guide Rails – these Dewalt tracksaw clamps are compatible and an affordable alternative to Festool’s Quick Clamps.

Dig This Las Vegas Logo

Awesome & Cool

Dig This Las Vegas Promises 20 Tons of Fun With Heavy Construction Equipment

Jun 23, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Have you ever wanted to operate a bulldozer or excavator, you know, just for fun? Now’s your chance!

The Anarchist's Tool Chest by Chris Schwarz

Books, Magazines, & Videos

The Anarchist’s Tool Chest by Christopher Schwarz

Jun 22, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

A new book by Chris Schwarz is said to provide a refreshing look at woodworking tool selection.

i-drill cordless drill unboxing peak inside

Cordless

i-drill Global Cordless Drill Unboxing

Jun 21, 2011 Stuart 10 Comments

We received an i-drill for review, and it came so nicely packaged that it called for an unboxing gallery. Hopefully the cordless drill’s performance matches its presentation.

Delta 22-590 Portable Wood Planer

Power Tools

Delta Portable Planer 22-590 Review via Tools in Action

Jun 20, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Check out this great video review and writeup on Delta’s relatively new 22-590 wood thickness planer. Even if you’re not in the market for such a tool, the video is pretty instructive and great for future reference.

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Editorial

Why Tool Ratings Sometimes Mean Absolutely Squat

Jun 17, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

With many tools specs and ratings plateauing as manufacturers continue to try to one-up each other, specs and ratings play a much smaller part than they used to. When researching which tools to buy, do you often feel the same?

Woodpeckers Variable Pressure Featherboard

Accessories

New Woodpeckers Variable Pressure Featherboard

Jun 16, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Woodpeckers is coming out with a new variable-pressure featherboard that makes on-the-fly applied pressure adjustments quicker and easier to do.

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