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ToolGuyd > 2012

Archives for 2012

Gerber Flik Multi-Tool Pliers Deployed Open

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Gerber Flik Multi-Tool Review

Aug 27, 2012 Stuart 10 Comments

The pliers of Gerber’s Flik multi-tool deploy with the flick of your wrist. It proved to be a handy and likable multi-tool – check out our review of its tools and features!

Festool CMS Router Table Full Standalone Setup

New Tools

Festool CMS Router Table

Aug 27, 2012 Stuart 2 Comments

Festool is coming out with a new super-precise portable router table system that also boasts exceptional dust collection capabilities. Sounds like the perfect router table, except for the price.

Kershaw Leek Onion Knife Ergonomics

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Kershaw Leek Knife Review

Aug 24, 2012 Stuart 12 Comments

Are you looking for a folding pocket knife that is sharp, compact, and comfortable to use? Check out our review of the affordable and USA-made Kershaw Leek!

Petzl Pixa LED Construction Headlamp

Flashlights & Worklights

Petzl Pixa LED Headlamps

Aug 23, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Our most favorite LED headlamps of all time – the Petzl Pixa. They’re bright, they’re durable, they’re easy to adjust, and they don’t cost a fortune.

Elzetta ZFL-M60 LED Flashlight Crenelated Bezel

Flashlights & Worklights

Have You Got a Favorite LED Flashlight?

Aug 23, 2012 Stuart 19 Comments

Do you have a favorite LED flashlight? We’ll show you ours if you tell us about yours!

Bolstermatic Pocket Knife

Knives

Free Bolstermatic Knife With Any BladeHQ Purchase

Aug 22, 2012 Stuart 3 Comments

Buy a knife (or accessory) at BladeHQ, get a cheap knife for free.

ESEE Candiru Knife with Sheath

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Knife Design – Do Ratios Matter?

Aug 22, 2012 Stuart 1 Comment

Knife design – do blade/handle/weight measurement ratios matter? I don’t think so.

Johnson and Johnson First Aid Kit

Editorial

First Aid for Minor Cuts and Wounds – it Might Save Your Life

Aug 22, 2012 Stuart 9 Comments

Are you lazy when it comes to first aid and minor wound care? Don’t be.

Occidental Leather Doctor Wood Tool Case Open

Made in USA

Occidental Leather Dr. Wood Tool Case – the Ultimate Tool Bag?

Aug 21, 2012 Stuart 20 Comments

Is Occidental Leather’s Dr. Wood tool case the ultimate tool bag? Quite possibly. It’s certainly the most pocketed and most expensive we’ve ever seen.

Gerber Bear Grylls Parang Machete Recall

Knives

Gerber Bear Grylls Machete Recall

Aug 21, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

Gerber has recalled over 100K Bear Grylls machetes due to a weakness in the handle.

Black & Decker Matrix Drill Driver

Cordless

Black & Decker Matrix Modular Tool System

Aug 20, 2012 Stuart 44 Comments

Black & Decker’s new modular Matrix tool system will allow DIYers to mix and match tool heads with power base handles for a wide range of home improvement and hobby projects.

Bosch iXO Spice Grinder Attachment

Cordless

Bosch (UK) Cordless Screwdriver Spice Grinder Attachment

Aug 20, 2012 Stuart 3 Comments

New from Bosch – a cordless screwdriver spice grinder attachment.

Loc-Line Vacuum Hose Example

DIY & Home

Make Your Own Flexible Vacuum Hose

Aug 17, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

Do you need a flexible vacuum hose that will stay exactly where you put it? Make your own!

Bosch CLPK232-181 18V Drill Impact Combo

Cordless

Free Amazon Gift Card with Select Bosch CordlessTool Purchases

Aug 16, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Shopping for new Bosch 12V or 18V tools? Amazon is offering free $25 and $50 gift cards for select purchases.

Black & Decker Gyro Side

Cordless

Black & Decker Gyro Screwdriver Review

Aug 15, 2012 Stuart 14 Comments

Black & Decker’s new Gyro cordless screwdriver features gyroscope-controlled direction and speed.

DIY Solder Fume Extractor with Computer Fans

DIY Projects

Build Your Own Solder Fume Extractor

Aug 14, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

We came across plans on how to built an effective desktop cross-flow fume extractor for soldering.

Milwaukee Extended Capacity Batteries

Cordless

New Milwaukee Higher Capacity M12 and M18 Batteries

Aug 13, 2012 Stuart 2 Comments

Milwaukee has announced new higher-capacity 2.0Ah and 4.0Ah compact and XC battery packs for both M12 and M18 product lines.

Craftsman Nextec Battery with LED Light

Cordless

Craftsman Nextec High Capacity Battery with Built-in LED Flashlight

Aug 13, 2012 Stuart 10 Comments

Craftsman’s new Nextec battery comes with a neat feature – a built in LED flashlight!

Bosch 18V Impact Driver Wrench

Cordless

Bosch 18V Impact Driver Wrench

Aug 10, 2012 Stuart 9 Comments

Bosch is coming out with a new combination impact driver wrench with a hybrid 1/2″ square driver and 1/4″ hex chuck.

Bosch 18V 4.0Ah Battery

Cordless

New Bosch (UK) 4.0Ah 18V Batteries

Aug 10, 2012 Stuart Discuss

Bosch joins its rivals in announcing a new higher capacity 4.0Ah 18V battery pack.

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