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5 Ways Kobalt XTR Cordless Power Tools Won Me Over
As part of our paid partnership campaign with Lowe’s, we’ve been exploring their new Kobalt 24V Max XTR cordless power tool combo kit. I’ve been spending a lot of time with this kit, learning its ins...
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My First CNC Router Project with a Shapeoko 3
Voila, here’s my first CNC router project, a Thundercats emblem carved out of an Ikea cutting board! I know, it’s not very glamorous or of any practical use, but it’s a start. The Road to CNC Router...
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How I Feel About Sponsorships in a Nutshell (2020 Update)
I probably have 3 or 4 drafts that I never published here, totaling at least 10-12,000 words, discussing my stance towards sponsorships and sponsored campaigns. It’s an extremely complicated and messy...
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Reader Question: Is Everything Okay at Lee Valley?
A reader wrote in, asking about if or how Lee Valley has been affected about the current COVID-19 closures, or at least that’s how I interpreted it. Lyle wrote: Do you happen to know if Lee Valley...
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I Couldn’t Find My Torx Screwdrivers When I Needed Them
I have a fancy USA-made dehumidifer that has apparently failed after 3 years. I recently replaced the humidity control switch (under warranty), but it’s still suffering from issues. The front panel is...
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New CAT Cordless Power Tools??
CAT, which you’ll know from their heavy construction equipment and occasional licensed tool-related products, has apparently come out with a new line of cordless power tools. They new CAT cordless...
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New Milwaukee USA-Made Magnetic I-Beam Levels
Milwaukee has announced that they will soon be coming out with 3 new USA-made magnetic I-beam levels. The new levels feature an all-metal frame (red anodized aluminum) that Milwaukee says is stronger...
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Harbor Freight has Extended Their Recall of Pittsburgh Jack Stands
Two months ago, Harbor Freight recalled several Pittsburgh jack stands. Today, they sent out an email informing customers that the recall has been extended to include one additional model, 56373. The...
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You Don’t Need No Stinkin’ CNC Machine
We’ve been featuring CNC-related content recently, and there’s more to come. But, we’ll also be featuring handheld and benchtop-style tools too. 3D printing and benchtop CNC machines have dropped in...
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Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0 Toolboxes are Nearly Here – Preorder Now
New Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0 tool boxes are almost available! Acme Tools listed a selection of the new Dewalt ToughSystem 2.0 tool storage products earlier this month, and with a July 15th, 2020...
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New Bantam Tools Desktop CNC Milling Machine is Aimed at Prototypers
Bantam Tools has just announced their new desktop CNC milling machine. I still don’t know quite what to think about it, but a reader requested a quick run-down, and so I moved this preview/news post...
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Shop Essentials: Wiha Precision Screwdrivers vs. Wera Kraftform
Wiha precision screwdrivers don’t look like much, and their basic aesthetics even look boring compared to their PicoFinish screwdrivers and other brands’ fancy soft-gripped and ergonomic designs....
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My Favorite Wood Pencil: Staedtler Norica
Let’s get something straight – the Ticonderoga pencils you can buy at any office supply store or home goods store (such as Target) are decent enough for most workshop uses. There are even less...
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Milwaukee Cordless Power Tools, Accessories, Hand Tools Deals of the Day...
Today only, 7/13/2020, Home Depot has a slew of Milwaukee cordless power tool deals, power tool accessory deals, and even some hand tool deals. Some of these look to be really good deals, others are...
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Get Yourself a Good Notepad
Do you have a good notepad? I won’t say it’s essential towards keeping track of project plans, notes, and sketches, but it can be extremely helpful. Maybe you prefer digital notes, and that’s fine, but...
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Workshop Cleanup: There’s a Fine Line Between “Saving” Useful Stuff and...
I always liked to think I was saving things for future use and reference. Catalogs, info cards, small parts, spare pieces, and so forth. They would all come in handy. Right? A few years ago I pared...
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New PB Swiss Tools 90°-100° Stubby Hex Keys
Ball hex vs. straight hex tips We have extolled the benefits of ball end hex tools in the past, and for good reason – they conveniently allow for working around obstacles, engaging fasteners at angles...
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What’s the Difference Between a Heavier Hammer and a Lighter One?
Someone messaged me on Instagram, asking about the differences between 12 oz and a 14 oz hammers. While they were specifically referring to drywall hammers, we’re able to apply a generalization that...
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New Milwaukee M12 Fuel Hatchet, a 6″ Cordless Chainsaw
Milwaukee has come out with a new compact cordless chainsaw, the perfectly named M12 Fuel Hatchet (model 2527). The new Hatchet is a 6″ pruning saw, designed to be compact for unmatched control and...
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New Olight EDC Flashlight Sale (Starts 7/20/20)
Olight is getting ready to launch another flashlight flash sale, and VIP customers can get a head-start on things. Olight Flash Sale Deals in a NutShell When: 8pm ET 7/20/20 – midnight ET 7/22/20...
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