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PB Swiss Tools Black Friday 2014 Deals

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Black Friday and Thanksgiving weekend will be a great time to splurge and save on some new PB Swiss Tools.

Sockets & Drive Tools

PB Swiss Tools Bit Sockets – Review

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Here’s something you might not have seen before – one-piece hex and Torx bit sockets, by PB Swiss Tools.

Bit Holders & Drivers

PB Swiss Tools BitBlock – a Fantastic Screwdriver Bit Holder

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

These PB Swiss Tools BitBlocks are the BEST portable bit holders I’ve ever used!

Mechanics' Tools

Gedore Grip Wrench Locking Pliers with Hex Jaws

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

These Gedore Grip Wrench locking pliers are designed for removing very stubborn fasteners, but come with a steep price.

Mechanics' Tools

Facom Angled Socket Wrench Review

Nov 20, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

Have you ever seen these Facom angled socket wrenches before? They’re actually quite handy, and among my favorite hand tools.

Made in USA

SK Hand Tool Hex Bit Sockets Review

Nov 20, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

I took these SK Hand Tool hex bit sockets for a spin, and found them to be quite good.

Cordless

Hot Deal: Makita 18V Hammer Drill Kit for $99

Nov 20, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Here’s another early holiday deal for you – a Makita 18V cordless hammer drill kit for $99!

Reader Question

Black Friday or Cyber Monday Ball Bearing Tool Storage Combo Deals?

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Have you seen any great holiday tool storage combo deals, aside from those featured in Sears’ Black Friday 2014 sales flyer?

Mechanics' Tools

Wera Zyklop Sliding T-Handle

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 15 Comments

The Wera sliding T-handle is one more of my favorite socket accessories, and it’s also incredibly versatile to use. Plus it won’t cost you an arm or a leg.

Mechanics' Tools

Reader Question: Who Makes the Best Socket Set?

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 99 Comments

Let’s hear your thoughts about socket sets!

Made in USA

New Lenox Power Arc Reciprocating Saw Blades Have Curved Cutting Edges

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Lenox has come out with a new line of Power Arc curved reciprocating saw blades that they say are better than the straight blade everyone is using now.

Cordless

Reader Question: Is the New Craftsman C3 Bluetooth Radio with Charger Any Good?

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Craftsman’s new radio offers built-in charging, Bluetooth connectivity, and a couple of nice design touches. What do you think of it?

Screwdrivers

Dewalt Insulated Screwdriver Set

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

This Dewalt multi-bit insulated screwdriver set looks like a nice compact and space-spacing option. It’s also less expensive than most full-sized driver sets we’ve seen.

Tool Deals

Enco 30% Off Sale – Today Only! (11/19/14)

Nov 19, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

Save 30% on everything at Enco, today only (11/19/14)!

Made in USA

Proto Locking Socket Extension Review

Nov 18, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

A locking extension is a useful drive accessory to have available. Here’s a quick review of a Proto that I bought a couple of months ago.

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