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Cordless

New Milwaukee Force Logic 6T Knockout Punch Tool, Cutter, Crimper, ProPEX

Aug 10, 2015 Stuart 21 Comments

Milwaukee is expanding their M18 Force Logic tool lineup with several new offerings – a 6-ton knockout tool, a cutter, a crimper, and a large diameter ProPEX expansion tool.

Layout & Measuring

Rite in the Rain Says Their Mechanical Pencil is the Last You’ll Ever Need

Aug 10, 2015 Stuart 22 Comments

Looking for a tough new mechanical pencil? This one is boasted to be “the last pencil you’ll ever need.”

Bit Holders & Drivers

Poll: What Style of Screwdriver Bits Do You Use in a Drill or Impact Driver?

Aug 5, 2015 Stuart 45 Comments

What style of screwdriver bits do you use in your cordless drill or impact driver? Phillips? Torx? Which others? Which don’t you use?

Electrical Tools

Here’s a Peek at Even More New Milwaukee Hand Tools for 2016

Aug 4, 2015 Stuart 34 Comments

Milwaukee is coming out with a slew of more new hand tools for 2016. Here is a quick look at the ones not discussed in our other 2015 media event coverage.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Leatherman Tread – Day 1 Review

Jul 31, 2015 Stuart 14 Comments

The Leatherman Tread is a wearable multi-tool. I started testing one – here is my Day 1 review.

Made in USA

Klein Adjustable Length Screwdriver

Jul 29, 2015 Stuart 15 Comments

Klein’s USA-made adjustable length screwdriver looks to have a unique and sturdy locking mechanism. Bonus: it’s got a double-ended blade with Phillips and slotted tips.

Editorial

Pick a Side: “Kickstarter is Awesome,” or “Kickstarter Sucks”

Jul 29, 2015 Stuart 25 Comments

Is Kickstarter (and other crowdfunding sites) awesome? Or do they suck?

New Tools

New Stanley Screwdrivers with Diamond-Coated Tips

Jul 29, 2015 Stuart 33 Comments

Ooh la la, Stanley FatMax has come out with new screwdrivers with (simulated) diamond-coated tips!

Hand Tools

Reader Problem: Frequent Finger-Pinching Tools and Equipment

Jul 28, 2015 Stuart 26 Comments

A reader has been pinching his fingers on all matters of tools lately. Do you have any advice for him?

New Tools

Hatch Nomad Aluminum Fishing Pliers

Jul 28, 2015 Stuart 20 Comments

Hatch Outdoors’ Nomad pliers are very appealing, but only if you’re an angler or fisherperson with a big budget.

Electrical Tools

Reader Question: Does RoHS Apply to Hand Tools?

Jul 27, 2015 Stuart 10 Comments

A reader asked if RoHS regulations applied to hand tools. After looking into this, I don’t think that they do. Non-electrical hand tools don’t seem to be covered by the RoHS directive in any explicit way.

Green Toys Tool Set Blue Green Yellow

Hand Tools

Green Toys’ USA-Made Toy Tool Set for the Kiddies

Jul 27, 2015 Stuart 8 Comments

Got little kids at home? Check out this made in the USA tool toy set!

Mechanics' Tools

Mechanics Stethoscopes are Useful for Automotive Diagnostics and More

Jul 27, 2015 Stuart 14 Comments

A mechanics stethoscope is a powerful diagnostic tool to keep around.

Cole-Bar Hammer Separation

Hammers & Mallets

Cole-Bar Hammer Multi-Tool Has Failed to Launch

Jul 24, 2015 Stuart 39 Comments

It looks like the Cole-Bar, which was a multi-functional hammer that was funded via Kickstarter, will never make it into hopeful users’ hands. (Update: Check out comments for the latest info.)

Hand Tools

Garden Bandit Hand Loop Weeder

Jul 24, 2015 Benjamen 12 Comments

The Garden Bandit is a simple weeder design that can even remove weeds up close to your desirable plants. As a bonus, it also aerates the soil as it cuts down weeds’ root systems.

Awesome & Cool

Carbon Fiber Bolt Cutters – Don’t Get Excited ‘Til You See the Price!

Jul 24, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

These carbon fiber bolt cutters, developed for military field use, look pretty sweet, but they come with a hefty price tag that only the government can afford.

Editorial

Why Aren’t There any Ratcheting Bolt Cutters?

Jul 23, 2015 Stuart 22 Comments

Could ratcheting bolt cutters ever be a real thing?

Hand Tools

HK Porter PowerLink Bolt Cutters with Double Compound Action

Jul 22, 2015 Stuart 14 Comments

These new HK Porter PowerLink bolt cutters feature a double compound action pivot, which means less elbow grease required for tough cuts.

Electrical Tools

Amprobe Deal: Spend $100 and Get a $20 Amazon Gift Card Plus Free Tools!

Jul 20, 2015 Stuart 4 Comments

Buy $100+ in new Amprobe tools and get a free Amazon gift card AND your choice of a free bonus tool.

Hand Tools

Your Kobalt Hand Tool Warranty Experience?

Jul 20, 2015 Stuart 175 Comments

Have you ever exchanged a Kobalt hand tool at Lowes under warranty? Was it an easy or frustrating experience?

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