New Leatherman “FREE” Multi-Tools, P-Series
Leatherman has recently announced a new line of FREE multi-tools, which will be an entirely new platform of multi-purpose tools with an elevated user experience. They say that the new Leatherman FREE...
View ArticleNew Harbor Freight Quinn “Premium” Screwdrivers
Over at Harbor Freight, they recently came out with new Quinn-branded screwdrivers. Here’s what Harbor Freight says about them: Precision and durability rolled into one with these magnetic tip...
View ArticleNew Milwaukee Rafter Square with “New to World” Features
Milwaukee has come out with a new 7″ rafter square (MLSQM070), which is hardly surprising, given that Milwaukee Tool owns Empire Level. Rafter squares have been around for nearly a century now. So...
View ArticleNew Fiskars Crafts 6-in-1 Multi-Bit Screwdriver
Fiskars has come out with a new 6-in-1 multi-bit screwdriver that seems aimed at DIYers and crafters. Described as the Fiskars Precision Screwdriver, the new driver has a typical “quick-flip”...
View ArticleReader Question: Recommend a Brad Nailer?
Over at our Facebook page, Howard messaged in, asking for some brad nailer recommendations. What brand of brad nailer can you suggest? For my own use, I went with Hitachi (now Metabo HPT), since their...
View ArticleAcme Tools – Save 14% off $350+ thru 2/14/2019
Acme Tools’ Valentines Day deal is now live. Save 14% off select orders $350+, with maximum savings of $100. Promo code is BUILT4U. Shop Now(via Acme Tools) Fine Print There are typical brand...
View ArticleNew Makita Compact Band Saw with More Durable Blade Housing
Makita has recently come out with a new 18V cordless band saw, model XBP03. As far as we are aware, it’s very similar to their other compact band saw, XBP01, but with a different blade housing. The...
View ArticleDewalt Rolling Shop Stool
Back in 2017, Dewalt came out with a new line of heavy duty shelving. Since then, they have expanded their workshop lineup with a new bench-style seat, and two shop chairs. Shown here is the Dewalt...
View ArticlePB Swiss Tools Coin Driver – There’s a Screwdriver for Everything!
There is a screwdriver for everything! Shown here is my PB Swiss Tools Coin Driver, SKU PB 8125.9-25. They also make a stubby version. Well, it’s a screwdriver with a coin-shaped tip. A few years ago...
View ArticlePros and Cons of Preordering New Cordless Power Tools
Chris wrote in, understandably upset that his preorder for the new Dewalt cordless router was delayed. As mentioned in our preview of Dewalt’s new cordless woodworking tools, the DCW600 router is...
View ArticleNew Milwaukee M18 Cordless Threaded Rod Cutter
Milwaukee has come out with a new M18 brushless threaded rod cutter, 2872. It features 3 die sizes – 1/4″, 3/8″, and 1/2″, covering the most common threaded rod sizes used in construction and...
View ArticleKlein Tools Pro Phone Holder XXL
Klein Tools recently sent over one of their new Tradesman Pro phone cases in XXL sizing (55474). These days, contractors, tradesman, and pros of all kinds use their phones more and more. There are...
View ArticleCRKT Snailor Bottle Opener
The CRKT Snailor is described as being a small go-anywhere drinking buddy. Primarily a bottle opener, the Snailor can also be used as a zipper pull tab. They also say it’s a kecyhain tool, but I’m not...
View ArticleNew Makita 12V Cordless Inflator MP100DZ
Makita has come out with a new 12V Max CXT cordless inflator, MP100DZ, that’s designed for common tire and recreational inflation needs. It can top off car and light truck tires, inflate bicycle...
View ArticleNew Ryobi Cordless Soldering Iron and Hybrid Soldering Station
Ryobi has come out with two new cordless soldering tools, an 18V One+ soldering iron, and a Hybrid 18V One+ soldering station. The new Ryobi cordless soldering iron, P3105, is a 40W iron with...
View ArticleNew Ryobi 18V Flex-Shaft Rotary Tool
Here is the new cordless Ryobi 18V One+ flex-shaft rotary tool station (P460), which was mentioned or asked about by numerous readers after receiving an email newsletter from Direct Tools, a TTI...
View ArticleReader Question and Humorous Goof: Who Controls Product Descriptions?
Scott wrote in with a good question. He came across an error on a Home Depot product page, where an internal comment note is visible to the public, and wondered whether brands control the product...
View ArticleWill Dewalt Launch New Cordless Miter Saws in 2019?
A reader emailed in with a tough question, asking for our thoughts as to whether Dewalt would be coming out with a new cordless miter saw soon. Houston wrote: What’s the latest on a new Dewalt...
View ArticleIrwin Vise-Grip GrooveLock Pliers Deal
Jeff wrote in with a tip that Irwin GrooveLock pliers are on sale at Amazon. (Thank you, Jeff!) There are two sizes on sale – 6″ and 8″ pliers, priced at $9 and $10 each, respectively. Both have...
View ArticleFein Tools Math Riddle
Fein US posted a math riddle to their Instagram channel, shown above. So, what’s the answer? They’ll reveal the correct answer tomorrow. No, it’s not 42. Related Posts: Quick Sneak Peek of New...
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