I think that 2013 will be a big year for new brushless drills and hammer drills. Do you agree or disagree?
Archives for 2013
New Felo T-Handle Screwdriver Does 90-Degree Switcheroo
Felo’s new Smart screwdriver handle can pivot from regular driving position to T-handle position without having to remove and replace the interchangeable bit.
Rhino Multi-Tool
The Yeople Rhino is a keychain multi-tool with wrenches, screwdriver, bottle opener, and scraper.
Craftsman Quick-Release Corded Multi-Tool
Craftsman’s 2.5A quick released corded multi-tool seems to be a decent sub-$100 option for anyone looking for their first oscillating tool.
Cordless Power Tool FAQ: What Does “Ah” Really Mean?
Now seems to be a good time to discuss a battery’s Ah (amp-hours) rating and what it really means.
Hilti Hollow Hammer Drill Bits
Hilti’s new hollow hammer drill bits help lead to cleaner holes in brick, block, and cement with less fuss and effort.
Milwaukee M12 HammerVac Provides Universal Masonry-Drilling Dust Extraction
Milwaukee’s new M12 universal dust extractor attaches to any brand or model of SDS rotary hammer or hammer drill to protect your lungs and reduce cleanup time and efforts.
Dewalt’s 14.4V Li-ion Cordless Tools (But You Can’t Have One!)
Did you know that Dewalt has a relatively new 14.4V Li-ion cordless tool platform? These tools are not available in the USA, but if they were, would there be demand for them?
New Irwin Multi-Material Drill Bits
Irwin’s new multi-construction drill bits can handle nearly any construction material with ease, even layered ones.
Hot Deal: Stack-On Small Parts Organizer for $2
Do you have a lot of loose small parts? Maybe a few of these discounted storage boxes will finally motivate you to sort and organize them.
Bosch L-Boxx First Aid Kit and 2013 Sneak Preview
Here’s a quick preview of Bosch’s latest L-Boxx offerings.
Ridgid “X5” 18V Cordless Tools – Evidence and Predictions
TTI has filed a trademark application for “X5,” potentially signaling that the next generation of Ridgid 18V cordless power tools are in late-stages of development.
Where to Find Mini (1/8″ Shank) Router Bits
Here are three sources of 1/8″ miniature router bits. If you know of any other quality mini bits, we would love to hear your recommendations!
Spotlight Shifter 1.0 1x AAA LED Flashlight
The Spotlight Shifter 1.0 is a compact single-AAA LED flashlight that works well as an everyday mini penlight.
Makita Comes Out With New “Xtract Vac” Jobsite Vacuum
Makita’s new Xtract Vac is designed to provide powerful and efficient dust extraction without all of the expected noise.
Spax Screws to the Rescue!
A couple of Spax screws were more than a match for the oversized holes drilled into store-bought speakers stands. Hoorah!
Johnson’s New Bamboo Squares
Johnson Level is coming out with new t-bevels and try squares with bamboo and “carbonized bamboo” handles.
Hot Deal: Dewalt 12V 4-Tool Combo Kit for $229!
If you were looking for a good deal to buy into Dewalt’s 12V Max cordless tool platform, this 4-tool combo is on sale and offers great bang for the buck.
New Veto Pro Pac Tool Backpack
Veto Pro Pac’s new tool backpack is expected to debut next summer.
Kobalt Multi-Drive Wrench is on Sale for Less than $10
Kobalt’s Multi-Drive Wrench is currently on sale for $7.50, which is 75%-off its full retail price.