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Skil Secure Grip Holiday Promo Commentary

Nov 2, 2014 Stuart 15 Comments

Here are some fresh thoughts about Skil Secure Grip wrenches.

Tool Deals

Amazon 2014 “Black Friday Countdown” Tool Deals

Nov 2, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Amazon’s 2014 Black Friday Tool Deals Countdown has begun!

Announcements & Updates

ToolGuyd Usability Update: Font Change Poll

Nov 1, 2014 Stuart 58 Comments

I’m thinking about changing the text styling of ToolGuyd’s posts. What do you think about the proposed font changes?

Cordless

New and Low-Priced Ridgid 12V Drill and Impact Driver Kit

Oct 31, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Here’s a fantastic 12V deal: A Ridgid compact and powerful drill, plus an impact driver, plus compact and high capacity batteries, for just under $100.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Hot Deal: Ryobi Vertical Pancake Compressor with Nailer Kit

Oct 31, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Ryobi’s new vertical pancake air compressor is also available as part of a money-saving bundle with three nailers!

Cordless

Hot Deal: Milwaukee M12 Drill, Impact Driver, Bonus XC Battery Kit

Oct 31, 2014 Stuart 31 Comments

We came across a great Milwaukee combo deal that comes with a drill/driver, impact driver, (2) 1.5Ah batteries, a charger, carrying bag, and free bonus 3.0Ah battery. Update: Price dropped to $129!

Mechanics' Tools

Craftsman Mach Series Ratcheting Slide-Adjusting Wrench

Oct 31, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a new sliding ratcheting adjustable wrench as a new addition to their Mach Series of time and effort saving tools.

Cordless

Power Tool Tech: Brushless Motors 101

Oct 30, 2014 Stuart 46 Comments

You’ve heard a lot about brushless power tools on ToolGuyd and elsewhere. Here’s a brief discussion about brushless motors and the advantages they bring to cordless power tools.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

New Ridgid and Ryobi Vertical Pancake Air Compressors

Oct 30, 2014 Stuart 23 Comments

Ridgid and Ryobi came out with new vertical pancake air compressors that are said to be easier to lug around.

Hand Tools

Good News: PB Swiss Tools are Back at Amazon

Oct 30, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Amazon has started stocking popular PB Swiss tools that are sold under a 3rd party seller, but shipped through Amazon, which means free shipping for Prime members or $35+ orders!

Power Tools

What About Wen Tools?

Oct 30, 2014 Stuart 120 Comments

If you’re familiar with the Wen tool brand, what do you think of them?

Layout & Measuring

Deal: Dewalt Organizer and Free Bonus Tape Measure Bundle

Oct 29, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Over at Home Depot, there’s a new Dewalt organizer and free bonus tape measure promo bundle!

Knives

New Kobalt Speed Release Utility Knife

Oct 29, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Kobalt has come out with a new Speed Release utility knife that closely resembles the excellent Milwaukee Fastback.

Cordless

Ridgid Wishlist: AEG 12V Drill with Interchangeable Chuck System

Oct 29, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

Here’s one tool we are hoping finds its way to the USA under Ridgid branding – an interchangeable chuck 12V drill/driver!

Editorial

What Do You Think About Ridgid Power Tools?

Oct 29, 2014 Stuart 125 Comments

What do you think about Ridgid power tools? Good or not-so-good?

ColeTrain on Metabo is Becoming Metabo HPT: “Umm, no you don’t want this. It’s called the new Toyota Supra and it sucks. It’s also not a waste…”
HmmmDusty on Metabo is Becoming Metabo HPT: “It was mostly the fact that they didn’t want to have to license the former name perpetually.”
Jag on New Leatherman Wave Alpha – First Look: “The Free technology is such a smooth and fluid action when using the tools. I love the magnet style arc.”
Jag on New Leatherman Wave Alpha – First Look: “Having the thumb stud on the arc is a game changer. It feels so smooth in the deployment. So that…”
Stuart on New Leatherman Wave Alpha – First Look: “Multi-tool knives tend to have compromises, even when featuring premium steel. If you want a knife with a replaceable blade,…”
Dave Brill on New Leatherman Wave Alpha – First Look: “Stuart I think you should have said if the blade gets used that much you should check out are knives…”