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Has Anyone Seen a New Sears or Craftsman Tool Catalog for 2014-2015?

Sep 22, 2014 Stuart 19 Comments

I’m wondering if any readers have seen a new Craftsman or Sears tool catalog since the 2013-2014 edition was published well over a year ago.

Editorial

Dremel at NYC Maker Faire

Sep 22, 2014 Stuart Discuss

Here’s a quick report about Dremel’s booth at the 2014 NYC Maker Faire, including a few thoughts about their new 3D printer.

New Tools

Snap-on/Anex Ultra Low Profile Offset Screwdrivers

Sep 22, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

These low-profile offset screwdrivers look to be the slimmest ones ever made.

DIY & Home

Ryobi ToolBlox Tool Cabinet System!

Sep 19, 2014 Stuart 54 Comments

Here’s a first look at Ryobi’s ToolBlox modular tool cabinet system!

Sockets & Drive Tools

Astro Pneumatic Wobble Head Ratchets

Sep 19, 2014 Stuart 19 Comments

What do you think about Astro Pneumatic’s wobble-head ratchets? Practical, or not?

New Tools

New Milwaukee Tool Backpack

Sep 18, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a new tool backpack that offers one section for laptops and tablets, another with lots of pockets for hand tools, and an outer flap to secure your bigger and bulkier gear.

Cordless

New Black & Decker Cordless Chainsaws

Sep 18, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Here’s the scoop on Black & Decker’s new cordless chainsaws and their corded pole saw.

Workholding & Vises

Yost FSV-4 Heavy Duty Bench Vise

Sep 18, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

Here’s a quick look at the ~$150 Yost FSV-4 heavy duty bench vise.

Awesome & Cool

Dremel 3D Printer

Sep 17, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Dremel has come out with a new 3D printer – the 3D20 3D Idea Builder!

Cordless

Makita 18V Hammer Drill Kit for $99

Sep 17, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

Makita’s new 18V LXT hammer drill kit comes with a 3.0Ah battery and is affordable at just $99.

Cordless

New Bosch 18V Brushless Drill & Driver Wireless Charging Bundles

Sep 16, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Bosch is now offering brushless drill and impact tool kits that come bundled with their new wireless charger tech.

Layout & Measuring

Mitutoyo Solar-Powered Digital Calipers

Sep 15, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Did you know that Mitutoyo makes digital calipers that are solar powered so that you don’t ever have to replace batteries?!

Cordless

Makita 18V Drill Kit for $99

Sep 15, 2014 Stuart 1 Comment

This Makita compact 18V drill/driver kit is budget priced at just $99.

Made in USA

Free MK Morse Reciprocating Saw Blade Sample!

Sep 12, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

Are you willing to try out a new reciprocating saw blade? MK Morse has 4 styles for you to choose from, and will send you one for FREE.

Cordless

Bosch “Wireless” Battery Charging System

Sep 12, 2014 Stuart 25 Comments

Bosch’s wireless charging system is now available for preorder in the USA.

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