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Tool Intro: Pinch-off Pliers

Jun 24, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Do you work with fluids and flexible tubing or hosing? Consider using pinch-off pliers the next time you need to cut off flow along a length of tubing.

Cordless

EGO 56V Cordless Hedge Trimmer Review

Jun 24, 2014 Clayton M 23 Comments

We reviewed EGO’s new 56V cordless hedge trimmer, and were impressed with its runtime and performance.

Oscillating Tools

OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 6: Cutting Performance (Ease of Cut)

Jun 23, 2014 Stuart 24 Comments

Wondering which oscillating multi-tool metal-cutting blade provides the best performance? We tested Bosch, Imperial, and Dewalt blades, and there was one blade that was clearly superior to the others.

Flashlights & Worklights

Maglite Camo-Patterned 3D LED Flashlight

Jun 23, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Did you know that Maglite makes a universal camo-patterned version of their 3D LED flashlight?

Clamps

New Milwaukee Hand Clamps

Jun 23, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with new hand clamps.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Bostitch Smart Point Nailers

Jun 20, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Here’s a quick look at Bostitch’s new Smart Point air nailers.

Hand Tools

Reader Question: Power and Hand Tool Maintenance?

Jun 20, 2014 Stuart 30 Comments

Got any tool maintenance tips you’d love to share?

Electrical Tools

Hot Deal: Knipex Electrician’s Pliers for $20

Jun 20, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

These wonderful Knipex electrician’s multi-purpose pliers are currently phenomenally priced, probably for a short time.

Cordless

New Milwaukee M12 Cordless Polisher and Sander

Jun 19, 2014 Stuart 20 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a new cordless polisher/sander that’s meant as an auto detailing sidekick.

Safety

Recommended: Nexcare Waterproof Bandages

Jun 19, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Here’s a quick look at Nexcare’s clear waterproof adhesive bandages.

Mechanics' Tools

New Kobalt All-in-One Wrench and 30pc Mechanics Tool Set

Jun 18, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

Kobalt’s 30pc mechanics tool set comes with an all-in-one wrench/ratchet/bit driver that begs to be added to a portable tool kit.

Cordless

New Makita 18V Cordless Vacuum

Jun 18, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

Makita has come out with a new cordless 18V vacuum cleaner.

Cordless

Festool TSC 55 Cordless Brushless Double-Battery Circular Saw

Jun 18, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

Here’s a look at Festool’s cordless track saw, which is currently only available in Europe.

New Tools

Festool Vecturo Oscillating Tool System

Jun 18, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

Here’s a quick First Look at the upcoming Festool Vecturo oscillating tool system!

Oscillating Tools

OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 5: Best Cutting Speed

Jun 17, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

We compared Bosch, Imperial, and Dewalt metal-cutting oscillating multi-tool blades. Here’s a look at their cutting speeds.

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