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ToolGuyd > 2014

Archives for 2014

Dake Benchtop Hydraulic Press

Hand Tools

Dake Benchtop Hydraulic Press

Jul 7, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Dake’s B-10 hydraulic press is a compact unit that can fit on your benchtop.

Milwaukee Scissors Iron Carbide Edge

Tool Science 101

Milwaukee “Iron Carbide” Cutting Tools – What Does This Mean?

Jul 3, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

So what’s the deal with the “iron carbide” cutting edges on Milwaukee’s new heavy duty scissors?

Milwaukee Voltage and Continuity Tester 2213-20

Electrical Tools

New Milwaukee Auto Voltage and Continuity Tester

Jul 3, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with two new auto-ranging voltage and continuity testers that look to be quick and easy to use.

Milwaukee Tool Box 48-22-8010

Made in USA

New Milwaukee Bucket-Sized Tool Box

Jul 2, 2014 Stuart 22 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a new 13″ tool box that offers vertical tool organization and a convenient place to rest your butt.

Porter Cable PCE210 Impact Wrench

Drills & Drivers

New Porter Cable Impact Wrench

Jul 2, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

Porter Cable has come out with a new corded impact wrench that looks to offer a good balance between features, power, and price.

Imperial OMT Blade Closeup After Failure on Nail 2

Oscillating Tools

OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 7: Blade Wear and Durability

Jul 1, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

We tested three brands of metal-cutting oscillating tool blades to see which is most durable and longest-lasting.

Cap Stop vs Non Cap Stop Ratcheting Wrenches

Sockets & Drive Tools

Intro to Special Wrench and Socket Terms and Features

Jul 1, 2014 Stuart 19 Comments

Here’s a quick intro to common wrench and socket features and a couple of specialty designs.

Gearwrench 120XP Ratchet Socket Set

Mechanics' Tools

Which Wrenches and Sockets for Homeowners?

Jun 30, 2014 Stuart 37 Comments

Here’s a tough question – what would you recommend for someone looking to buy their first wrenches and sockets?

Stanley FuBar Demo Bar 55-134 Angled View

Prying Tools

Deal: Stanley Fubar Demo Tool for $15

Jun 30, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Stanley’s Fubar demolition tool has dropped in price (possibly temporarily) to $15.

Editorial

Fighting the Urge to Buy the Best Tools

Jun 27, 2014 Stuart 33 Comments

The temptation to splurge on better tools can be strong. How do you fight the urge to drain your budget on the best tools?

Milwaukee Scissors Action

Hand Tools

New Milwaukee Heavy Duty Scissors

Jun 26, 2014 Stuart 13 Comments

Here’s a first look at Milwaukee’s new heavy duty scissors.

Skil Secure Grip Wrench Set

New Tools

Skil Secure Grip Wrench Set

Jun 26, 2014 Stuart 24 Comments

Skil has come out with new Secure Grip box end wrenches that self-adjust to fit multitudes of fastener sizes.

Dewalt DC725KA 18V Cordless Hammer Drill Driver

Cordless

Upgrade Path from Dewalt 18V Cordless Tools?

Jun 26, 2014 Stuart 62 Comments

A reader’s Dewalt 18V tools and batteries are starting to fail, and so he is looking for advice on where to go from here. Any ideas?

Amazon Dewalt 20 off 100 Promo

Tool Deals

Extended: Dewalt $20 off $100 Discount

Jun 25, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Amazon’s $20 off $100+ Dewalt discount promo has been extended through the end of the month.

Dewalt 20V Drywall Cut-Out Tool

Cordless

New Dewalt 20V Cordless Drywall Cut-Out Tool

Jun 25, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

Dewalt has expanded their 20V Max cordless tool platform with a new drywall cut-out tool.

Kobalt Hypercoil LED Work Light

Flashlights & Worklights

75% off Kobalt 2013 Holiday Tools

Jun 25, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Kobalt’s 2013 holiday season tools are now on sale for 75% off at Lowes.

SK Hand Tool Pinch-off Pliers

Mechanics' Tools

Tool Intro: Pinch-off Pliers

Jun 24, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Do you work with fluids and flexible tubing or hosing? Consider using pinch-off pliers the next time you need to cut off flow along a length of tubing.

Cordless

EGO 56V Cordless Hedge Trimmer Review

Jun 24, 2014 Clayton M 23 Comments

We reviewed EGO’s new 56V cordless hedge trimmer, and were impressed with its runtime and performance.

Bosch OSC114C Carbide Metal Cutting Oscillating Blade

Oscillating Tools

OMT Metal Blade Testing Part 6: Cutting Performance (Ease of Cut)

Jun 23, 2014 Stuart 24 Comments

Wondering which oscillating multi-tool metal-cutting blade provides the best performance? We tested Bosch, Imperial, and Dewalt blades, and there was one blade that was clearly superior to the others.

Maglite 3D LED Flashlight Camo Pattern

Flashlights & Worklights

Maglite Camo-Patterned 3D LED Flashlight

Jun 23, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Did you know that Maglite makes a universal camo-patterned version of their 3D LED flashlight?

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