Latest Reader Tool Picks (10/13/25)

You guys seem to be enjoying this series, and so here’s the latest compilation of tools that readers ordered from Amazon over the weekend.

It takes a bit of work to filter things out – our anonymous affiliate log includes all purchases credited to a ToolGuyd link – but I always find it interesting to see what readers end up buying.

Some of these are new to me, such as the Knipex “cycle pliers,” which look to have ground-down thin jaws. There’s also an angle version. Those pliers look to be suited for the same types of applications as the Tsunoda ultra-thin pliers I posted about here.

Others are familiar, such as the Nepros ratchet. I’ve been exploring the brand, including their new skeletonized-handle ratchet, but have been hesitant to post more about the brand given their pricing and low US availability. Maybe it’s a good fit after all.

In no particular order:

Atwood USA-Made Paracord in Black
Klein 2-in-1 Folding Utility Knife & Scraper
Diablo Carbide Teeth Hole Saw Set
Craftsman Folding Sawhorse – $24 each (you need 2)

Craftsman Multi-Bit Screwdriver – $9
Klein 6-inch Long Nose Pliers
FastCap Little Hand HD 3rd Hand Support System (2pc Set)
Eklind Ball Hex Key Set – 22pc Metric & SAE – not fancy, but excellent quality

Wera Kraftform Plus 6pc Screwdriver Set – this is the heavy duty “Chiseldriver” set with “pound thru blade” and impact cap, been on my wishlist too
Mechanix Wear Original Work Gloves
Klein Tools 6-inch Diagonal Cutting Pliers
Rubbermaid Commercial 64oz Utility Scoop

Super Lube Oil with Applicator
FastCap ProCarpenter Metric Reverse Measuring Tape
Victorinox Tinker Swiss Army Knife
Channellock 8-inch WideAzz Adjustable Wrench – still my favorite and best I’ve ever used

Related Post: Wera Bit Screwdriver Handle Size Comparison

Wera Kraftform Mini Rapidaptor Bitholding Screwdriver Handle – an ESD-safe version is also available and occasionally lower priced
Knipex Cycle Pliers – I’ve never seen this before!
Staedtler Portable Pencil Sharpener
FastCap Knuckle Bender – Portable Door Hinge Adjustable Wrench

Dude Wipes on-the-go 30-Count Pack
WD-40 Specialist Electrical Contact Cleaner Spray
Cast Iron V-Block Set – use these in vises (or other fixtures) for securing cylindrical parts
Hyde 17-in-1 Painters Multi-Tool

Nepros 1/4″ 90T Flex-Head Ratchet
Big Gator Mini V-Drill Guide – I didn’t know they made this for small fractional, wire gauge, and tap drill sizes!
Klein 4-in-1 Electronics Multi-Bit Screwdriver
SOG PowerAccess Multi-Tool – the compound-leverage pliers are the SOG’s standout feature

Skil 10″ Portable Table Saw with Built-in Folding Stand
Craftsman Overdrive 284pc Mechanics Tool Set – looks like everything is fitting in tool box drawers trays
Vevor Jack Hammer Concrete Breaker
Olight Arkfeld Ultra EDC Flat LED Flashlight with Green Laser

Klein Tools Clamp Meter
Fanttik S2 Pro Cordless Screwdriver with 7 Torque Settings
Duratech Super-Thin Open End Wrench Set (8pc, SAE) with Pouch
Klein Tools Compact Pliers Wrench (7-inch)

Velcro 100-Pack Red and Black Reusable Cable Ties – good price compared to what I typically buy
Ideal in-Sure Lever Wire Connector (3-port)
Venom Steel Nitrile Work Gloves – I’ve tried these “one size fits most” gloves (they sent me a box), and it’s okay for quick tasks and mixed users
WolfBox MF200 Electric Air Duster with Removable Battery

Nicpro Mechanical Pencil, Carpenter Pencil, Carbide Scribe Tool, Refill Set – $17
Nicpro Carpenter Pencil 4-Pack with Refills – $16 (more colors)
Rhodia A5+ Spiral Notebook with Square (Graph Paper) Ruling – love this brand’s notebooks, not familiar with this one
Klein Tools Stainless Electricians Scissors with Serrated Edge