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Bosch DLR130K Distance Measuring Kit

Layout & Measuring

Deal of the Day: Bosch Laser Distance Measure for $59 (5/28/2015)

May 28, 2015 Stuart 6 Comments

Today only, save on this Bosch laser distance measuring tool. It can measure up to 130 feet and offers several measurement modes, and costs just shy of $60.

DIY & Home

Ryobi AirGrip Laser Level – Will it Stick?

May 27, 2015 Benjamen 20 Comments

The Ryobi AirGrip Laser Level sticks to the wall by continuously running a vacuum pump, but just what surfaces will it stick to? We tackle this and other important questions.

Layout & Measuring

New Bosch “Pocket-Sized” Laser Distance Measurers

Apr 27, 2015 Stuart 17 Comments

Bosch has come out with 3 more compact laser measuring tools.

Layout & Measuring

Meet the Mosely Modular Infinity Level System

Apr 24, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

The USA-made Mosely Infinity Level is a modular layout and installation system that offers greater functionality and versatility than any traditional level we’ve ever seen.

Layout & Measuring

Stanley LeverLock Tape Measures Get a Redesign

Apr 8, 2015 Stuart 20 Comments

Stanley has made some updates to their inexpensive LeverLock auto-locking tape measures.

Layout & Measuring

The “Squid,” a Woodworking Centering Punch

Mar 5, 2015 Benjamen 10 Comments

The Squid is a simple and effective-looking way to accurately and quickly find the center of cylindrical, square, and rectangular wood workpieces.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

This Swiss-Made Folding Pocket Ruler Costs $6 and is Totally Awesome!

Mar 4, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

I’ve got a new super-compact LongLife Swiss-made 3-foot folding ruler, and it’s definitely worth the $6 I paid for it.

Pentel Sharp Kerry Mechanical Pencil

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Do You Have a Favorite Pen, Pencil, Marker, or Other Writing Tool?

Mar 4, 2015 Stuart 52 Comments

Tell us about your favorite writing tools! If you don’t have one, maybe some of our favorites or reader comments will give you ideas.

DIY & Home

Miter Aid: A Tool for Accurately Measuring Mitered Trim

Mar 3, 2015 Benjamen 12 Comments

The Trim Clip Miter Aid is a simple accessory that looks to make it far easier to measure out and cut wood trim.

Drills & Drivers

Big Gator Tools Drill Guide Helps You Bore Straighter Holes

Feb 23, 2015 Stuart 22 Comments

Do you tend to drill crooked holes? It might be time to try out Big Gator Tools’ drill guides.

Layout & Measuring

Are FastCap Mag Shims a Modern Replacement for Brass Setup Bars?

Feb 23, 2015 Benjamen 9 Comments

FastCap Mag Shims look to be a time-saver for setting up woodworking power tools, such as routers and saws.

Layout & Measuring

QuickDraw Self-Marking Tape Measure

Feb 16, 2015 Stuart 26 Comments

The QuickDraw is a self-marking 25′ tape measure that claims to save you time and effort when laying out measurements.

Layout & Measuring

Precision Sensors Profinder 5000 Stud Finder Review

Feb 9, 2015 Benjamen 28 Comments

We tested the Precision Sensors Profinder 5000 stud finder, and found it to be a decent – but not flawless – tool for marking out stud locations.

Layout & Measuring

New Woodpeckers MFT Square One Time Tool (Feb 16th Order Deadline)

Feb 6, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

Check out Woodpeckers’ latest One Time Tool, an MFT Square that can be used for squaring up Festool MFT guide rails and fences, as well as miter saw and table saw blades and fences.

Layout & Measuring

ETape16 Digital Tape Measure

Jan 28, 2015 Stuart 12 Comments

The ETape16 is a new digital tape measure that provides some convenient and time-saving functionality.

Mitutoyo Vernier Calipers Outer Jaws Measurement

Layout & Measuring

Mitutoyo Vernier Caliper

Jan 15, 2015 Stuart 7 Comments

Mitutoyo vernier calipers aren’t fancy, but they’re well-built, affordable, and offer reasonably high measurement precision.

Layout & Measuring

New Milwaukee Tape Measures are Designed for General Contractors and Layout Work

Jan 13, 2015 Stuart 13 Comments

Milwaukee has come out with a new line of less expensive tape measures aimed at general contractors and for layout applications.

Stanley FatMax Magnetic Tape Measure

Layout & Measuring

Klein, Crescent, & Stanley are Top Tradesmen Faves in 2014

Dec 19, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

A recent poll by Tools of the Trade reveals some of tradesmen’s favorite brands in 2014.

Layout & Measuring

It’s Back: Dewalt Organizer with Free Tape Measure Deal

Dec 2, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

This special Dewalt organizer and free tape measure bundle pack is back and finally available for online ordering.

Layout & Measuring

Holiday 2014 Deal: Stanley 4-Pack of Tape Measures for $10

Nov 26, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Looking to buy a couple of entry-level tape measures? Check out this Stanley tape measure value pack, which comes with 25′, 16′, and two 12′ tape measures.

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