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Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Angled Finish Nailers: DA vs. FN Styles

Jul 28, 2014 Stuart 30 Comments

There are DA and FN angled finish nailers. What’s the difference?

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Why Do TV Shows and Movies Show Nailers Firing Like Guns?

Jul 28, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Is anyone else annoyed by how TV shows and movies show nailers being used like guns?

Storage & Organization

Shop-Vac Tool Mate is a Tool Box and Vacuum Combo

Jul 25, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Shop-Vac’s Tool Mate is half wet/dry shop vacuum, half tool box.

Accessories

New FastCap SawHood Pro is a Simpler and Easier Miter Saw Dust Cover

Jul 25, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

FastCap has come out with the SawHood Pro, an updated miter saw dust containment accessory.

Clamps

Jorgensen Gear Clamp Review

Jul 24, 2014 Stuart 5 Comments

Jorgensen Gear Clamps are a little on the heavy side, but they are very robust, strong, and quick to adjust.

Reader Question

Successful Tool ID: Dexter Toolbox = Stanley Workcenter

Jul 24, 2014 Stuart 1 Comment

A reader asked about a toolbox shown in Dexter, and we were able to find a quick ID! It’s a Stanley mobile multi-level combo.

Knives

Hot Deal: CRKT Wrinkle Knife for $30!

Jul 24, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

There’s a great price on a CRKT folding knife that we really like.

Safety

Best Safety Goggles: Dewalt Concealer & Uvex Flex Seal

Jul 23, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Here are a few updated thoughts about our favorite safety goggles to wear when the dust and chips start flying.

Clamps

Irwin Quick-Release Adjustable G-Clamp

Jul 23, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Irwin makes these handy-looking quick-adjust C-clamps, but sadly they don’t look to be available in the USA.

Accessories

Need a Grip? Try a Davies Overmolded Soft-Touch Handle

Jul 23, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Davies’ overmolded soft-grip handle is a nice way to add a hand grip to your project.

Announcements & Updates

BABY NEWS! It’s a Boy!

Jul 22, 2014 Stuart 83 Comments

We had a baby, and it’s… a BOY!

Screwdrivers

What Do You Think About 1/4″ Socket Spinner Handles?

Jul 22, 2014 Stuart 35 Comments

Socket spinner handles pair with 1/4″ sockets and are used in the same manner as screwdrivers. If you have used them before, do you like ’em or not?

Made in USA

Dewalt Multi-Level Mobile Tool Storage Combo

Jul 22, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Dewalt’s new multi-level mobile tool storage combo offers 4 ways for you to organize and store your tools for transport.

Hand Tools

What’s the Best Way to Cut Steel Wire Rope?

Jul 21, 2014 Stuart 33 Comments

What do you use for cutting wire rope?

Clamps

Kant-Twist Clamps vs. C-Clamps Comparison

Jul 21, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Kant-Twist clamps are very different than C-clamps, and offer a couple of advantages in certain applications.

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