Tool Reviews – Page 29

Review in Progress: 909’s New Advanced 12V TOUCH Drill

Sep 5, 2013 Stuart 17 Comments

909 is coming out with new touch-controlled drills and drivers that are unlike any drills or drivers you have ever used before.

Electrical Tools

Tested: Klein’s new Rugged and Waterproof Multimeter

Aug 28, 2013 Stuart 5 Comments

Here are a couple of our first impressions on Klein’s new rugged MM500 digital multimeter.

Electrical Tools

Review: 3M Spudger

Aug 22, 2013 Stuart 15 Comments

Plastic spudgers are incredibly handy for soldering and electronics work, but also for general around-the-shop uses.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Review: Bostitch DA1564K Angled Finish Nailer

Aug 22, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

This is an incomplete review of the Bostitch DA1564K angled finish nailer. We liked every aspect about it, except for a major defect.

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.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Review: Leatherman Skeletool CX Multi-Tool

Aug 15, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

Leatherman’s Skeletool CX is a stylish multi-tool that packs several essential tools into a compact and lightweight pocket-friendly package.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Review: Leatherman Wave Multi-Tool

Aug 15, 2013 Stuart 21 Comments

We reviewed our excellent and much-loved Leatherman Wave multi-tool.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Zebralight H502W LED Headlamp Review

Aug 10, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

We reviewed the Zebralight H502W – an incredibly superb compact flashlight and headlamp with neutral white LED illumination.

Cordless

Review: Dewalt 8V Gyroscopic Cordless Screwdriver

Aug 8, 2013 Stuart 43 Comments

We reviewed Dewalt’s latest innovation – their 8V Max gyroscopic cordless screwdriver.

DIY & Home

Pocket Hose Garden Hose

Jul 31, 2013 Stuart 16 Comments

People have been raving about the Pocket Hose, but not because they’re happy.

Saws

Opinion: Evolution Tools

Jul 30, 2013 Stuart 18 Comments

Here are a couple of thoughts about Evolution Tools, a maker of multi-material-cutting saws and saw blades.

Storage & Organization

Bosch L-Boxx Tool Storage System Review

Jul 25, 2013 Stuart 77 Comments

Here is everything you wanted to know about Bosch’s L-Boxx tool storage system!

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

CRKT Snap-on Wrinkle Knife Review

Jul 23, 2013 Stuart 10 Comments

CRKT new Snap-on Wrinkle is a sharp-looking and well-performing pocket knife for daily use or even collecting.

Hand Tools

Carbide Super Scraper Review

Jul 22, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

The Super Scraper is a high quality and highly versatile carbide scraping tool.

Electrical Tools

Klein RT600 Outlet Tester Review

Jul 19, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

We reviewed Klein’s RT600 receptacle tester, which allows for quick and easy outlet wiring troubleshooting.

Made in USA

Westling Socket Organizer Review

Jul 18, 2013 Stuart 25 Comments

Looking for a better way to organize your sockets? We traded our Hansen trays for these USA-made CNC machined organizers from Westling Machine Co.

Pliers

Blackhawk Locking Pliers Review

Jul 17, 2013 Stephen K 10 Comments

Looking for a new set of quality locking pliers? We have great things to say about this Blackhawk 5pc set.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Wiha MagicRing Ball Hex Key Set Review

Jul 17, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

These Wiha MagicRing ball hex L-keys offer excellent fastener retention and are great to use.

Storage & Organization

So I Bought a Craftsman Heavy Duty Ball Bearing Storage Cabinet…

Jul 12, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Here’s our first impression of Craftsman’s new heavy duty ball bearing storage cabinet.

Machinist Tools

New Tool Buy: Palmgren 1-Ton Arbor Press

Jul 11, 2013 Stuart 15 Comments

New tool buy: a Palmgren 1-ton arbor press. Here’s why, and what’s wrong with it.

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