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Layout & Measuring

Starrett’s New Plastic Miter Saw Protractor

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It looks like Starrett recently released a new ProSite miter saw protractor, the 505P-7. The new 7″ protractor is made from plastic and includes the same angle-finding features and laser-engraved scales as the aluminum versions. Because it’s made from plastic, the 505P-7 is about half the price of Starrett’s aluminum miter saw protractors, at about […]

Mechanics' Tools

Lowest Prices on Wera Zyklop Ratchets, EVER!

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I just checked the prices on Wera’s Zyklop ratchets, and they appear to be the lowest they’ve ever been! Over at ChadsToolbox, the 1/4″ Zyklop ratchet is $54, the 3/8″ ratchet is $60, and the 1/2″ is $$66. If you can find a Wera coupon code, that’ll drop the prices even further! Prices for these […]

Storage & Organization

Dewalt Magnetic ToughCase Review

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Dewalt’s new magnetic ToughCase is designed to be a highly portable storage case for larger drill bits, saw blades, and other bulky accessories that can be difficult to stow away. Right away, I must tell you that  I absolutely love Dewalt’s various tool and accessory storage cases. They’re tough, well-built, and usually have extremely secure […]

Editorial

Need Advice!! What To Do About a Shill??

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Here’s the deal – the other day someone left a comment posing as a contractor and spoke great things about a company whose product the post was about. I remember seeing this same exact comment on another forum or blog a few weeks ago, so I did some googling. It appears that someone going by […]

New Tools

New Porter Cable Heavy Duty 15A Circular Saw

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Porter Cable has recently announced a new heavy-duty circular saw (PC15TCSMK). The new saw has been developed with an improved weight distribution and balance for greater comfort and better handling. There are a few other enhancements that make this a pro-level tool, including a lighter cast magnesium shoe, 10-foot high-grade cord, 15-amp 5600RPM motor, integrated dust […]

Accessories

Woodpeckers Tools Wishlist

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It’s no secret that I am a huge fan of Woodpeckers Woodworking Precision Tools. Many of their tools and accessories are novel designs, and are extremely well made (here in the USA). To help inspire last minute entries to our $50 gift card giveaway, following are the five tools at the top of my own Woodpeckers wishlist.

Accessories

ZipWall ZipPole Quick & Easy Dust Barrier

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ZipWall’s flasgship dust barrier and lower cost steel ZipPole systems are used to put up plastic barriers to control and contain dust during indoor home improvement projects. These poles are extendable and spring-loaded to effortlessly hold plastic sheeting in place. As far as I can tell, the only difference between the two systems is that the lower […]

Storage & Organization

5 Dewalt Magnetic ToughCase Giveaway!

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Dewalt has asked us to give away FIVE of their new magnetic ToughCases! To enter, simply tell us why you’d like to win one of these Magnetic ToughCases starting with: “I want to upgrade my case to a DEWALT MAGNETIC ToughCase because…” Each winner will win a magnetic ToughCase and bundled 15-piece fastener set valued at $19.97! […]

Made in USA

Akro-Mils Recycled EarthSaver Parts Bins

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Check out these new eco-friendly EarthSaver parts bins from Akro-Mils. These bins are made from 100% recycled materials, and appear to offer similar performance to Akro-Mils’ regular product line. EarthSaver bins are made in the USA, and are available in three colors (green, sandstone, terra cotta) and a variety of sizes. Akro-Mils EarthSaver Plastic Parts Bins via […]