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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.

Clamps

WoodRiver Drill Press Hold Down Clamp Review

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Here’s a decent drill press clamp that’s priced under $20.

DIY & Home

Raven Hybrid Lawn Mower, a 3-in-1 Gas-Fueled Electric-Powered Rider

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart 39 Comments

Lowes’ Raven hybrid lawn mower is a 3-in-1 riding mower, all-purpose rider, and electric generator.

Grinders & Sanders

New Metabo Lightweight and Ergonomic Angle Grinder

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart Discuss

Metabo’s newest angle grinder is lightweight, comfortable to use, and yet still powerful for tough metal cutting and grinding tasks.

Hammers & Mallets

Score USA-Made Vaughan Grayvik Hammers for Cheap

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Harry Epstein just put up a whole slew of USA-made Grayvik hammers at sweet prices.

Cordless

Bosch 12V Drill/Driver Kit for Just $99

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Bosch’s popular 12V cordless drill is currently on sale for less than $100.

Knives

Deal: Dewalt Utility Knife 2-for-1 Special

Mar 20, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

It looks like we all missed out on a heck of a good deal – 2 Dewalt utility knives for the price of 1. It’s worth mentioning because the deal might come back soon.

Cordless

The Best Cordless Drills, Spring 2013 Edition

Mar 20, 2013 Stuart 42 Comments

Looking for a new cordless drill? Here are my top recommendations for 2013.

Cordless

Dewalt 20V Radio and Charger DCR015

Mar 20, 2013 Stuart 37 Comments

Dewalt’s newest jobsite radio and charger is a welcome addition to Dewalt’s 20V cordless product lineup.

Clamps

Blokkz Universal Clamping Blocks

Mar 19, 2013 Stuart 21 Comments

Blokkz’s Universal Clamping Blocks can be used as miter clamps, and that’s just the beginning of their usefulness.

Cordless

Metabo Announces 18V 5.2Ah Ultra Capacity Li-ion Battery Pack

Mar 18, 2013 Stuart 1 Comment

Metabo’s new 18V high capacity 5.2Ah battery pack keeps going… and going… and going…

Storage & Organization

Seville Classics Wire Shelving Review

Mar 18, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

This Seville Classics free standing wire shelving system is the best I’ve used in recent years.

Drills & Drivers

5 Reasons to Keep Your Corded Drill

Mar 18, 2013 Stuart 10 Comments

Here are 5 reasons not to toss away your corded drill or hammer drill. And if you don’t have one, here are a few reasons why one day you might want one.

Cordless

Skil 360 Quick Select Cordless Screwdriver

Mar 16, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Skil’s 360 Quick Select cordless screwdriver has on-board storage for 12 bits and charges via USB.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

New Ryobi Airstrike 18V Cordless Brad Nailer

Mar 15, 2013 Stuart 84 Comments

Ryobi’s new 18V One+ brad nailer gets the job done without the need for compressors, hoses, and gas cartridges.

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