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In the News: Lowe’s is Laying Off Thousands of Workers
It has been reported that Lowe’s is laying off thousands of workers, with most news stories pointing to a WSJ article for breaking the news. It is being said that Lowe’s has eliminated the positions...
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New Craftsman Swivel-Head Ratchets
I spotted two new Craftsman swivel-head ratchets over at Amazon. Long-time readers might know that I have a soft spot for swivel-head ratchets, finding them to be quite versatile in a wide range of...
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Dewalt Industrial-Focused USA-Made Screwdrivers Have Been Discontinued
I previously posted about Dewalt’s USA-made screwdrivers, a mostly unknown line of seemingly industrial-focused screwdrivers sold at some independent tool dealers (as opposed to Home Depot or other...
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Dewalt Cordless Inflator Review (DCC020IB)
I have been working with the Dewalt DCC020IB cordless air inflator (provided to me as a review sample), and it has become my favorite tool of its kind. Dewalt’s 20V Max cordless inflator has every...
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New Milwaukee Tool Wide-Blade Tape Measures with “Best-in-Class” Standout
Milwaukee has officially announced a whole slew of new tape measures – redesigned Stud tape measures that we’ll talk about in more detail another time, Wide Blade tape measures, and Compact Wide Blade...
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Your Favorite Tape Measure?
Which is your favorite tape measure? C’mon, I know you have a favorite, even if it’s “whichever one is on sale.” Tape measures are one of those types of tools that many users tend to be very...
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A Pleasant Home Depot Supply Run (August 2019)
I went out at lunchtime, and stopped by Home Depot for some supplies, including a roll of general purpose electrical tape to replace the two active rolls that I misplaced, and 25′ lengths of 12/2...
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Will We Ever Have to Stop Buying Replacement Fasteners?
I’ve written about fastener assortments, not having enough screw sizes, and essential homeowner repair parts kits before, and I still believe that one can never have enough replacement fasteners. I...
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Blue Monster Compression Seal Tape for Emergency Plumbing Repairs
I have a roll of Blue Monster teflon thread seal tape (I bought mine from Amazon) that I use on certain fittings and fixtures, and was double-checking that it can be used on drinking water lines. In...
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Deal: Dewalt Xtreme 12V Max Brushless Cordless Power Tool Kits, $99 Each
I have been working with Dewalt’s new Xtreme 12V Max brushless Subcompact drill/driver, and I’m liking it a lot so far. It’s about as small as practical for a compact cordless drill, it’s packing...
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3 Milwaukee Packout Tool Bags are on Sale (8/9/2019)
Philip wrote in with a tip that select Milwaukee Packout bags were on sale at Home Depot. We found similar pricing on two of the Packout bags at Acme Tool as well. Thank you Philip for the tip! The...
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New Makita 18V Cordless Oscillating Fan
What’s the angle on Makita’s new cordless fan? It oscillates! Sorry, I figured it’d be least offensive if I started off with the bad pun. Makita has come out with a new 18V cordless fan, model...
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New Milwaukee Trim Square Fits in Your Pocket
Milwaukee has come out with a new trim square, MLSQ040, which was first revealed at their recent NPS19 new tool media event. It’s a 4-1/2″ square, which Milwaukee says is 35% more compact compared to...
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Bosch X-Lock Quick-Change Angle Grinders and Accessories are Now Available
Bosch X-Lock angle grinders and accessories, which feature a new quick-change interface, have started to ship. As you might recall (if not click the link above), Bosch X-Lock grinders have a tool-free...
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Outdoor Edge Slidewinder is a Small EDC Utility Knife Multi-Tool
The Outdoor Edge Slidewinder utility knife is compact and also features a couple of other tool components. In addition to the retractable utility knife blade, it has a small flat-head screwdriver, a...
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New Milwaukee Tool “Safe + Sound Week” Contest – Enter to Win New Safety Gear...
A Milwaukee Tool newsletter just hit my inbox, promoting their “Safe + Sound Week” contest. Apparently there’s a special nationwide event that recognizes the successes of workpace safety and health...
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S&B Filters’ Silicone Parts Trays
S&B Filters has come out with new flexible silicone tool trays, which look to be a useful shop accessory for automotive work. These trays are aimed at users working on cars, trucks, airplanes,...
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Acme Tools “Hump Day” 10% Discount, Includes Latest Milwaukee Cordless Power...
Acme Tools is running a one-day coupon promo, today only, 8/14/2019. With this promo, you save 10% off select orders, up to a maximum discount of $150. There are some brand exclusions, listed below,...
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My Crescent Adjustable Wrench is Better Than I Remember
I love Channellock adjustable wrenches, and I discussed why in an earlier post. They’re smooth to adjust, they have wide jaw openings, they’re strong, and they don’t slip. Channellock adjustable...
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Milwaukee Tool Discontinues Shockwave Matrix Carbide Impact Screwdriver Bits
We have learned that Milwaukee has decided to discontinue their new Shockwave Matrix Carbide screwdriver bits. They will continue to honor the lifetime tip warranties for the immediate future....
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