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Editorial

6 Year-End Power Tool Gift Ideas

Dec 23, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

Here are a couple of year-end power tool gift ideas for 2014!

Tool Deals

Lee Valley Free Shipping Promo – 12/23 thru 1/5/2015

Dec 23, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Lee Valley’s semi-annual free shipping sale has kicked off once again. Deal ends Jan 5th, 2015.

Cordless

Bosch 12V Tool News: 2.5Ah Battery, Brushless Drywall Screwdriver

Dec 22, 2014 Stuart 19 Comments

In Europe, Bosch has announced two new additions to their 12V Max/10.8V compact cordless power tool platform – a 2.5Ah battery pack, and a brushless drywall screwdriver.

Cordless

Hot Deal: Bosch 12V Brushless Screwdriver Kit for $99

Dec 22, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

Bosch’s PS22 12V brushless screwdriver kit has dropped in price AND is eligible for an extra $25 savings. Today’s the last day of the promo (12/22/14)!

Layout & Measuring

Klein, Crescent, & Stanley are Top Tradesmen Faves in 2014

Dec 19, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

A recent poll by Tools of the Trade reveals some of tradesmen’s favorite brands in 2014.

Saws

Hot Deal: Bosch Barrel-Grip Jigsaw for $94!

Dec 19, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

Bosch’s barrel-grip JS470EB jigsaw has dropped in price AND is eligible for their holiday $25 off $100+ promo.

Mechanics' Tools

PIG Form-A-Funnel: Not Your Father’s Funnel

Dec 19, 2014 Benjamen 12 Comments

The Form-a-Funnel is flexible, moldable, and can be used as a hands-free channel for drainage or filling tasks.

Cordless

Hot Deal: Dewalt 8V Gyroscopic Screwdriver for $39

Dec 19, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Dewalt’s 8V Max DCF682 gyroscopic screwdriver kit is on sale as a holiday special buy for just $39.

Cordless

Deal: Dewalt 12V Reciprocating Saw for $105

Dec 19, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Dewalt’s 12V Max compact pivoting-handle reciprocating saw kit is priced down to $130 and is eligible for an extra $25 holiday promo discount.

Awesome & Cool

Good Beer Hunting’s Beer Peen Hammer Bottle Opener

Dec 18, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

The Beer Peen is a cool bronze hammer-shaped bottle opener that’s made in the USA.

Mechanics' Tools

Deal: Kobalt Gearless Ratchet Set for $10

Dec 17, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Lowes’ new Kobalt Direct Drive gearless ratchet set is now on sale for just $10.

Reader Question

Reader Question: Recommend a Heavy Duty Toilet Plunger!

Dec 17, 2014 Stuart 28 Comments

A reader asked for help in picking out a heavy doodie toilet plunger. Any ideas?

Tool Reviews

New Tool Review Videos – December 2014: Irwin Pliers, Milwaukee Drivers, PB Swiss Bit Holders

Dec 17, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Here are a couple of new hands-on and review videos. If there’s something you want to see demo’d or covered in greater detail, please let me know!

Made in USA

SK Socket Set Review – 3/8″ 18pc Fractional Set

Dec 16, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

I had the opportunity to review an SK 3/8″ socket set, and it changed my thoughts about the brand – for the better.

New Tools

New Craftsman Steel Square Hole Pegboard System

Dec 16, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Craftsman has come out with new square-hole steel pegboard systems that come bundled with (28) hooks and accessories.

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