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Layout & Measuring

It’s Official: Milwaukee Tool Acquires Empire Level

Jun 2, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Milwaukee Tool has officially announced their acquisition of Empire Level.

Dewalt Carbide Utility Knife Blade

Knives

New Dewalt Carbide Utility Knife Blades

May 6, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Dewalt has come out with new carbide-edged utility knife blades that they say lasts 5 times longer than competing blades.

Milwaukee Tape Measure Free Bonus Combo Pack

Layout & Measuring

HOT Deal: Buy a Milwaukee Tape Measure (25′), Get One (16′) Free!

Apr 2, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

We came across a very good deal on Milwaukee tape measures – buy a 25-foot magnetic tape, get a 16-foot tape for FREE!

Bosch GLL2-15 Self-Leveling Laser Line Level

Layout & Measuring

Reader Question: Recommend a Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser Level for Under $150

Mar 3, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

A reader asked for help selecting a self-adjusting cross-line laser level in the ~$150 and less price range.

Studpop Magnetic Stud finder

Layout & Measuring

Studpop – an Easy to Use and Inexpensive Magnetic Stud Finder

Feb 13, 2014 Stuart 3 Comments

Studpop is an inexpensive made-in-USA magnetic stud finder that works exactly as advertised.

Husky Tape Measure

Editorial

Reader Question: Is There a Tape Measure with Lifetime Guarantee?

Jan 24, 2014 Stuart 51 Comments

A reader asked about tape measures that are covered under lifetime guarantees, but we don’t know of any. Do you?

Bosch GLM 100 C Bluetooth Laser Measuring Tool

Cordless

Bosch GLM 100 C Laser Distance Measuring Tool Review

Jan 23, 2014 Stuart 23 Comments

We reviewed the new Bosch Bluetooth-equipped GLM 100 C laser distance measuring tool.

Empire E2G E70 Level

Layout & Measuring

New Empire E2G E70 Levels

Jan 22, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Empire has come out with an updated new line of bubble levels.

Milwaukee Inkzall Stylus

Layout & Measuring

Milwaukee Inkzall Markers and Stylus

Jan 7, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Milwaukee is coming out with a new line of Inkzall permanent markers, including one that features a tablet/smartphone stylus.

Stanley PowerlockTape Measure Set

Layout & Measuring

Deal: Stanley Powerlock Tape Measure Set for $10

Dec 4, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

This Stanley 4pc Powerlock tape measure set is a “special deal” this month for just $9.88.

Mitutoyo Digital Micrometer IP65 Rated

Layout & Measuring

What’s New in Our Tool Box: Mitutoyo Digital Micrometer

Nov 8, 2013 Stuart 5 Comments

This digital Mitutoyo micrometer is the latest edition to our tool box.

Checkpoint U6 V-Groove Magnetic Level

Layout & Measuring

Checkpoint U6 Magnetic Level Review

Oct 18, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

We reviewed Checkpoint’s U6 magnetic V-groove level, which works well for leveling ferrous pipes, conduit, and tubing.

Bosch DLR130K Distance Measuring Kit

Layout & Measuring

Deal of the Day: Bosch Compact Distance Measuring Tool ($63)

Sep 18, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Here’s your chance to snag a good laser measuring tool at a great price.

Accutrax Pencil Blade

Knives

This Accutrax Graphite Blade Turns Your Utility Knife into a Marking Pencil

Sep 11, 2013 Stuart 28 Comments

These new Accutrax Pencil Blades turn your utility knife into a thin-pencil-line marking machine!

Stanley FatMax AutoLock Tape Measure

Hand Tools

Stanley FatMax Auto-Lock Tape Measure

Aug 21, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Stanley has come out with a new FatMax Auto-Lock tape measure with interchangeable hooks.

Milwaukee vs. Dewalt Tape Measure Comparison

Layout & Measuring

Tape Measures Comparison Review: Milwaukee vs. Dewalt

Aug 19, 2013 Stuart 34 Comments

Who makes a better tape measure, Milwaukee or Dewalt? The answer might surprise you.

Milwaukee Tape Measure

Layout & Measuring

New Line of Milwaukee Tape Measures

Jul 26, 2013 Stuart 11 Comments

Milwaukee is soon coming out with a new line of durable and feature-rich tape measures.

Woodpeckers Pocket Compass One Time Tool

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers Pocket Compass – Last Day to Order One!!

Jul 1, 2013 Stuart 1 Comment

Today is the last day to get your order in for Woodpecker’s latest One Time Tool – this pocket-friendly compact layout compass.

Leica Disto E7500i Laser Distance Meter

Layout & Measuring

Leica Disto E7500i Laser Distance Meter

Apr 12, 2013 Stuart Discuss

The Leica E7500i is a full-featured distance measuring tool that connects to your iOS device for quick sketches or to add measurements over images.

Stanley PowerLock Tape Measure 50th Anniversary

Layout & Measuring

New Limited Edition Commemorative Stanley PowerLock Tape Measures

Mar 11, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Stanley is celebrating the 50th birthday of their PowerLock tape measure with a series of 5 limited edition designs.

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