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Hand Tools

Fiskars ShopBoss Hardware Snips

Oct 31, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Fiskars is coming out with new multi-purpose scissors, the ShopBoss.

Hand Tools

Husky Open End Socket Set

Oct 31, 2011 Stuart 13 Comments

We came across a new Husky open socket set a la Gearwrench’s Vortex and Craftsman’s Max Axess pass-thru socket systems.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Wingman for $25

Oct 30, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

We caught the new Leatherman Wingman on sale for $25!

Flashlights & Worklights

Cyalume SnapLight Glow Stick Deal

Oct 28, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

This 10-pack of green 12-hour glow sticks is $10. Glow sticks are great to have around when the lights go out, or when boredom sets in.

Awesome & Cool

PowerPax Battery Holder Caddy

Oct 28, 2011 Stuart Discuss

These PowerPax battery holders are great for carrying spare AA and other batteries in your toolbox and on-the-go.

Hand Tools

Knipex Alligator Pliers Review

Oct 27, 2011 Stuart 13 Comments

I’m not too pleased with my recent Knipex Alligator pliers purchase, here’s why…

Awesome & Cool

Woodworker Turns Chess Pieces on Manual Powered Lathe With Hand and Foot

Oct 27, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

Here’s a video of a woodworker turning chess pieces on a muscle-powered lathe, with the help of his feet…

Hand Tools

GearWrench Screwdriver Bit Socket Set

Oct 27, 2011 Stuart Discuss

These GearWrench bit sockets are great for high-torque and low-profile applications!

Editorial

Sears Shopping Fail and Partial Win

Oct 27, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

What was supposed to be a quick purchase at Sears turned into a frustrating and complicated process.

Hand Tools

Black & Decker Auto Wrench Price Drop

Oct 26, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

Black & Decker’s auto-adjusting wrench, a popular gift item, dropped in price again.

DIY & Home

New Special Edition Kreg Toolboxx Pocket Hole Jig and Screw Kits

Oct 26, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Kreg has come out with a complete pocket hole jig kit, and a screwdriver assortment complete with an organizer Toolbox.

Hand Tools

Kobalt Pliers, Wrench, and Hand Tool Sale at Lowes

Oct 25, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Looking to score some Kobalt pliers for yourself or as a gift? Here’s some info on this week’s tool sale!

Hand Tools

New Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver with Bonus Holster!

Oct 25, 2011 Stuart 20 Comments

Here’s a peek at the new special edition Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver set that includes a bonus holster.

Cordless

Craftsman V4 4-Volt Cordless Tools

Oct 25, 2011 Stuart 14 Comments

Craftsman is coming out with a new line of super-lightweight 4-volt cordless tools for home and hobby use. What do you think, will Craftsman’s 4V tools spearhead a comeback for the form factor?

Adhesives, Sealants, & Lubes

Gorilla Glue Tape with Mossy Oak Camo Pattern

Oct 25, 2011 Stuart 1 Comment

Gorilla Tape came out with a new camo-patterned multi-purpose tape. Whatever you do, don’t drop it in the woods!

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