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Gerber Gator Combo Axe with Handle Knife Recalled for Laceration Hazard

Apr 4, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Gerber has recalled their Gator Combo Axe, the one with the knife handle, due to the knife posing a laceration hazard when using the axe.

Unusual or Whacky

Breaking News: Power Tool OEMs Agree to Cut the Cord for Good!

Apr 1, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Power tool cords are out, cordless is in; this is a story that you absolutely cannot miss!

Shop Essentials

ToolGuyd Featured on Charles & Hudson “Winning Workshop” Series

Apr 1, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Curious as to what my main work area looks like? What inspired and helped me become a tool-aholic and DIYer? What my favorite tools are? These questions are answered in Charles & Hudson’s first Winning Workshop profile!

Hand Tools

Lee Valley Pocket Dovetailer For On-The-Go Joinery

Apr 1, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

Veritas has developed the first-ever all-in-one pocket dovetail tool, available exclusively at Lee Valley.

Power Tools

Dremel 4000 Rotary Tool Kit GIVEAWAY!

Mar 31, 2011 Stuart 65 Comments

We’ve got a brand new Dremel 4000 high performance rotary tool kit to giveaway! Leave a comment to enter!

Cordless

New Porter Cable Oscillating Multi-Tools with Tool-Free Blade Change

Mar 31, 2011 Stuart 12 Comments

Porter Cable’s new corded and cordless oscillating multi-tools feature a tool-free accessory-change design and are due to hit store shelves this April.

Hand Tools

Rockler and Bench Dog Pocket Hole Clamps

Mar 30, 2011 Stuart 4 Comments

Despite how quick and easy pocket hole construction may be, part alignment can eat up a bit of time, especially when many parts are being assembled. These pocket hole clamps look to be a great time-saver.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Senco Fusion Cordless Finish Nailer Review

Mar 30, 2011 Stuart 14 Comments

Senco’s Fusion nailers are cordless, hoseless, fuel-less and lag-free. The innovation and quality of these nailers was enough to elevate it to the top spot of our recent Top 5 Kick-Ass Tools roundup. The Fusion looks phenomenal on paper, but how well does it perform? I first tested the Senco Fusion finish nailer a few months ago and then used it […]

Cordless

Porter Cable 18V Drill Still Earning Praise

Mar 29, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

Two new reviews for Porter Cable’s 18V Li-ion cordless drill popped up recently. From the sound of it, we’re not the only ones caught off guard by how well the drill performs!

Hand Tools

C.H. Hanson Automatic Locking Pliers and Clamps

Mar 29, 2011 Stuart 10 Comments

C.H. Hanson’s re-designed Automatic pliers are said to be stronger and faster to use than traditional pliers. I’ve seen a lot of love for the previous LockJaw version, and would expect for these to become just as popular.

New Tools

Lenox Bi-Metal Speed Slot Hole Saw for Easier Plug Removal

Mar 28, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Lenox is coming out with a new line of hole saws that they claim allows for much quicker plug ejection.

DIY & Home

Quirky Switch a Modular Pocket Knife Tool

Mar 28, 2011 Stuart 3 Comments

The Switch is a modular pocket knife with 18 attachments that lets you configure the tool as you need.

Cordless

New Milwaukee Cordless Metal Saw with 35% More Power!

Mar 25, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Milwaukee’s new M18 cordless metal cutting saw is powered by a new motor and their new Red Lithium battery and is said to pack up to 35% more power than before!

Websites & Resources

The Ultimate Tool Blog List, Early 2011 Edition

Mar 25, 2011 Stuart Discuss

Tools in Action has put together a nice list of tool blogs for you to check out that closely mirrors my own daily reading list. It’s definitely worth taking a look at!

Shop Essentials

Looking for a Sea Salt Hand Scrub

Mar 25, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

I’m looking for a sea salt-based industrial hand cleanser and was wondering if this type of product even exists.

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