bubble levels

A Sneak Peek at Some of the New Empire Level Innovations for 2015 and 2016

Jun 30, 2015 Stuart 16 Comments

Here is the early fruit of Milwaukee Tool’s acquisition of Empire Level, and the answer to an important question: will Empire tools continue to be made in the USA?

Layout & Measuring

Goldblatt Aluminum Box Level Review

Jun 29, 2015 Stuart 13 Comments

Looking for a new level? We reviewed Goldblatt’s new 24-inch and 48-inch levels, and found them to be great, especially for what they cost.

Layout & Measuring

New Empire E2G E70 Levels

Jan 22, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Empire has come out with an updated new line of bubble levels.

Hand Tools

Dewalt Torpedo Level

Jun 12, 2012 Stuart 7 Comments

Dewalt’s new torpedo level is said to be tough yet lightweight, and it won’t break your budget.

Hand Tools

New Channellock Levels!

Jul 11, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

Channellock has just announced a new line of professional levels!

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