Right now my work area is in a state of extreme disarray, but I tend to be very particular about how I organize and store my tools. A tool that I cannot find is a tool I may as well not even own. To help get myself reorganized, I’ve come up with a logical 5-step […]
Sears Gift Card Giveaway Follow-up
The winner of our recent Sears $25 gift card giveaway sent us a note about what he used the gift card for. He’s been looking for a tool bag for a long time, and with the gift card in-hand he chose this Craftsman Electrician’s Tool Tote that he’s already putting to good use. Congrats again, and use […]
Schaller Corp Plastic Storage & Organizer Bins
Schaller offers a wide range of sturdy plastic storage and organizer bins that are pretty affordably priced. They’re designed to fit Lista, Vidmar and Lyon-style industrial cabinet drawers, but they also fit a wide range of 2″ and 3″ drawer cabinets. These bins are available in a variety of sizes and shapes, and Schaller recently introduced […]
Western Dovetail Mobile Tool Cabinet Assembly Log
As I mentioned the other day, I recently assembled a Western Dovetail mobile tool cabinet that I had won in a contest. Most of the photos taken during the build process was during the “before” and “after” stages, but they should still be able to give you a good picture of how everything fit together. […]
Western Dovetail Mobile Tool Cabinet First Impressions
A few months ago, I won a mobile tool cabinet from a Western Dovetail Drawers on Wheels contest. I opted to receive the ready-to-assemble kit rather than the pre-assembled version, and recently put the entire thing together. A full review is in the works, but I’m too excited to wait until then to share a […]
DIY Red Oak Hex Bit Holder
ToolGuyd contributor and frequent commentor JeffD made this very awesome hex bit holder out of oak. The wood bit organizer is made from 2″x2″ red oak stock and is finished with a chestnut stain. Jeff designed the holder to store up to 20 1/4″ hex-shanked bits. I particularly like the nice beveled corners of the holder. The […]
Western Dovetail Drawers on Wheels RTA Tool Cabinet
In case you forgot, we won a mobile tool cart, by Western Dovetail. After much anticipation, the ready-to-assemble kit has arrived! A full review is in the works, but thus far it’s safe to say that the quality is absolutely fantastic. Everything from the shipping packaging to the wood finish to the anodized drawer pulls.
Sam’s Club Seville 24″ Wall Cabinet – Reader Review
Reader JeffD was kind enough to share with us his review of the heavy duty Seville wall cabinets sold at Sam’s Club. Jeff bought six of these cabinets for $58 each (a killer price!), and has evaluated them with authoritative detail. If you recall, these cabinets are 24″ wide x 28″ tall x 12″ deep, and feature […]
Seville Heavy Duty Wall Cabinets at Sam’s Club
Reader JD pointed us to these Seville heavy duty wall cabinets that are on sale over at Sam’s Club. These 24″ W x 28″ H x 12″ D cabinets feature an adjustable shelf and 200 lb load capacity. At $59 (with shipping included!!), this is a great deal! The Seville line at Sam’s Club is […]
First Bosch L-Boxx Tool Case Combos Announced
Over at Coptool, Jay spills the beans about which Bosch tools will be the first to be bundled with the new Bosch-Sortimo L-Boxx tool cases. It looks like the first 3 kits will be Bosch’s new 12V PS31 drill-driver (PS31-AL $159), their cordless 12V Multi-X oscillating tool (PS50-2BL $199), and Bosch’s new jig saw (details TBD). […]
Nearly Here – Bosch Sortimo L-Boxx Tool Storage
HomeFixated has confirmed what we had been hoping for – after a long wait, Bosch and Sortimo’s joint tool storage products will finally be making their way to the USA! Sortimo’s L-Boxx tool storage system looks like it could rival Festool’s Systainer line in terms of jobsite versatility and flexibility, and it will be interesting to see […]
Gearwrench to Roll Out New Tool Storage Line!
Gearwrench is rolling out a wave of new tool storage products, including an XL pro series, and a more value-oriented ball bearing series.
The Busted Knuckle Garage Toolbox Desk Organizer
This desk organizer by The Busted Knuckle Garage is a replica 9″ x 4″ x 5″ toolbox made from bent and spot-welded 24 ga steel, and features a red powder-coating, flip-top lid, felt-lined floor, and ~3″ deep storage compartment. The organizer is a bit pricey at nearly $40, but practically screams “Father’s Day Gift Idea”. The Busted Knuckle Garage Toolbox […]
Dewalt Magnetic ToughCase Review
Dewalt’s new magnetic ToughCase is designed to be a highly portable storage case for larger drill bits, saw blades, and other bulky accessories that can be difficult to stow away. Right away, I must tell you that I absolutely love Dewalt’s various tool and accessory storage cases. They’re tough, well-built, and usually have extremely secure […]
5 Dewalt Magnetic ToughCase Giveaway!
Dewalt has asked us to give away FIVE of their new magnetic ToughCases! To enter, simply tell us why you’d like to win one of these Magnetic ToughCases starting with: “I want to upgrade my case to a DEWALT MAGNETIC ToughCase because…” Each winner will win a magnetic ToughCase and bundled 15-piece fastener set valued at $19.97! […]
Akro-Mils Recycled EarthSaver Parts Bins
Check out these new eco-friendly EarthSaver parts bins from Akro-Mils. These bins are made from 100% recycled materials, and appear to offer similar performance to Akro-Mils’ regular product line. EarthSaver bins are made in the USA, and are available in three colors (green, sandstone, terra cotta) and a variety of sizes. Akro-Mils EarthSaver Plastic Parts Bins via […]
Huot Drill Bit Indexes
Huot’s USA-made drill bit indexes are about the best that you could find. Good quality bit sets typically come with a case, sometimes a Huot one like this, but there are times when smaller bit sets must be consolidated or flimsy and broken cases replaced. Not only does a good case like these keep drill […]
Dewalt Magnetic ToughCase Bit & Blade Storage
Dewalt recently released a new magnetic ToughCase with a wide open storage compartment that can hold larger drill bits, saw blades, and accessories. These new ToughCases will initially be sold as part of two bit assortments – a 15-piece fastening set, and a 20-piece Impact Ready drilling and driving set.
Racor PHL-1R HeavyLift Cable-Lifted Storage Rack
Over at Toolmonger, Gordon described the assembly process of a Racor HeavyLift cable-lifted storage rack. While his review wasn’t full of gushing praise, he seems to be pleased with the HeavyLift and called it a worthwhile addition for storage in his garage. Reviews for the cable-lifted storage rack are also overwhelmingly positive at Amazon, with […]
Bucket Boss Rear Guard Tool Sheath Review
Bucket Boss’s Rear Guard Tool Sheath is a small utility pouch that is great for carrying a a few tools around hands-free. The Rear Guard can be attached to an ordinary pants belt, and also has a flap that can be inserted into a back pocket for extra stability. I’ve been using a Rear Guard for quite some time now […]