We’ve been doing a lot of tool shopping lately, and decided it was a good time to write a quick secret-shopper-type of report to grade the major big box tool and home improvement retailers.
“USA Quality Guaranteed” – Just a Made-in China Decoration
How disappointing is it that it became acceptable for companies to use “USA Quality Guaranteed” and related logos as mere decorations?
Sears’ Tool Department – Great for Holiday Gifts and 365 Days/Year
A recent experience made me think about what I love shopping at Sears’ tool department.
Headlamps vs Cordless Work Lights, Which Do You Use More?
What do you use more, headlamps or work lights? Neither? Share your favorites!
Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Early-Black Friday Deal Shopping!
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! We hope you all have a warm and wonderful holiday with family and friends. Later on when you’re resting and digesting, be sure to head back here to check out our updated Black Friday Deals List. Lowes and Home Depot already kicked off their Black Friday deals, with Sears scheduled to go live […]
Ridgid Compact Table Saw R45161 at Home Depot – a Good Buy?
Ridgid’s newish R45161 portable table saw is receiving a bit of buzz these days, but is it a safe buy?
Hammer Drill Driver vs. Impact Driver, What’s the Difference?
If you’ve ever wondered about how an impact driver differs from a hammer drill, here’s a brief explanation.
Craftsman C3 19.2V Power Tools, to Buy or Not to Buy?
Don emailed in, asking for our take on Craftsman’s C3 19.2V cordless power tools.
5 Reasons to Buy a T-Handle Screwdriver Bit Holder
Do you have a T-handle bit holder in your tool box? If not, here are a couple of good reasons why you should buy one.
Sears Shopping Fail and Partial Win
What was supposed to be a quick purchase at Sears turned into a frustrating and complicated process.
What is the Best Tool in Your Toolbox?
Which are you best or favorite tools? If you tell us yours, we’ll tell you ours!
5 Tools to NOT Buy Right Now
Here are 5 tool types that you should wait a couple of weeks before buying.
What You Need to Know About the Saws in Dewalt’s 20V Max Combo Kits
Trying to decide between Dewalt’s 20V combo kits or separate tool kits? There’s something you need to know…
How to Fix a Cheap LED Flashlight? A: You Don’t
How to fix a cheap flashlight? You don’t.
The Search for a Good Magnifier Lamp Continues…
I am not having an easy time finding a good quality magnifier lamp at a price I can easily afford…
Made in USA, Fabrique aux E.U., Hecho en EE. UU.
If you’ve ever been confused by “made in the USA”, “Fabrique aux E.U.” and “Hecho en EE. UU.” appearing on the same package, here’s a brief breakdown of what they mean.
How Thieves Can Use Thermal Imaging Cameras for Evil
A security firm has discovered ways for thieves to steal ATM pin numbers uses common diagnostics tools.
Ratcheting Multi-Bit Screwdrivers – Yay or Nay?
What do you think about ratcheting screwdrivers? Do you like them, hate them, or are indifferent and don’t care to try them out?
How to Prevent Unauthorized Removal of Square Drive Screws?
Are there any ways to prevent the unauthorized removal of square-recess/Robertson screws?
Selecting Woodworking Hand Tools is Hard Work for a Beginner!
Gosh, who would have thought that buying woodworking hand tools for the first time could be so intimidating?! This came as a huge surprise to me!
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