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Hand Tools

Bovidix, a Russian Professional-Grade Mechanics Tool Brand

Apr 2, 2013 Stuart 25 Comments

Have you heard anything about Bovidix, a Russian hand tool brand that’s trying to expand into the USA.

Editorial

Friendly Reminder: Don’t Use a Jack Without Jack Stands

Apr 1, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

PSA: Use jack stands whenever working beneath your car.

Hand Tools

Ergodyne Arsenal Tool Bags, 50%-off Sale

Apr 1, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Woot is selling a couple of sturdy Arsenal canvas tool bags at less than half price!

DIY & Home

Tuff-Guard Garden Hose

Mar 29, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

The Tuff-Guard garden hose is flexible, kink-free, and lighter than traditional style hoses.

Cordless

Black & Decker 20V Fast Charger with “Flash Charge” Technology

Mar 28, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Black & Decker’s new rapid charger recharges their 16V and 20V batteries in less than 40 minutes and features a 30% in 10 minutes “flash charge” option.

Editorial

Every Flat Surface is an Invitation for Clutter

Mar 27, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

My workbench is completely clean and cleared off! 15 minutes later: nevermind. Such is the cycle that I can never avoid.

Sockets & Drive Tools

Craftsman Mini Multi-Wrench

Mar 26, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Craftsman’s mini multi-wrench fits smaller sized fasteners that you generally couldn’t use a full-size dog bone wrench on.

Power Tools

New Jet Midi Lathe (Woodworking)

Mar 26, 2013 Stuart 5 Comments

Jet’s new midi lathe offers 3 speed ranges and a bevy of other user-friendly features.

Tool Deals

Craftsman Club Deal: Save Extra 10% Off Almost Everything

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Now through 3/30, save 10% off “almost everything” with the latest Craftsman Club discount.

New Tools

Craftsman Limited Edition Dry Erase Ball Bearing Tool Box

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

Craftsman’s newest ball bearing storage combo features a white dry erase finish.

Clamps

Bessey RiteHite Hold Down Clamp

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart Discuss

Bessey RiteHite hold-down clamps are designed to handle heavier duty applications, such as securing metal parts for milling and drilling operations.

Grinders & Sanders

New Bosch Half-Sheet Sander OS50VC

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Bosch has come out with a new half-sheet sander that offers exceptional vibration control, power, and user convenience.

Cordless

Milwaukee M18 Drill & Impact Driver Combo Kit Price Drop

Mar 24, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Home Depot dropped the price of Milwaukee’s (non-brushless) drill/driver and impact driver combo kit.

Cordless

Dewalt 20V Radio Review (DCR015)

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 19 Comments

Here are a few new details and a mini review of Dewalt’s upcoming 20V Max radio.

Hand Tools

New Snap-on Extra-Long 1/4″ Ratchet

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

Snap-on’s newest 1/4″ ratchet sports a 9-inch handle for exceptional reach.

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