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New CAT Cordless Power Tools – 2021 Update
April 2021: CAT power tools launched this year in South Africa, exclusively through Vermont Sales. There was a subsequent announcement discussing that the DX12 hammer drill be also be available at...
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Why I Bought a Powermatic 8-inch Jointer
I mentioned in a couple of social media roundup posts that I had purchased a Powermatic 8″ jointer, and a few readers asked about how I made my purchasing decision. I have been wanting to buy a...
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Malco Eagle Grip Locking Pliers
Malco Eagle Grip locking pliers are now available!! I have two samples in-hand, and am still working on the review. In the meantime, let’s talk a bit about why these new tools are special. Vise-Grip...
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FLEX 24V Max Cordless Drill – 5 Features that WOWed Me
FLEX, a ToolGuyd sponsor, has sent over a couple of their new 24V Max cordless power tools for testing and review. Here in this post, I want to tell you about 5 things I absolutely love about the new...
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Husky 15-in-1 Painter’s Tool
Home Depot (a current ToolGuyd sponsor) sent over a Husky 15-in-1 painting tool for review consideration. I have shied away from x-in-1 painter’s tools in the past, only to then find myself needing...
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Let’s Talk About Sponsorships (2021)
This is maybe my 8th attempt at articulating my evolving stance on tool brand or retailer sponsorships. Each time, the conversation just feels awkward, and I end up trashing my draft. But, I’ll give it...
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New Wilton Multi-Purpose Bench Vises
Wilton has announced two new Multi-Purpose Bench Vises, in 4-1/2″ and 6-1/2″ jaw length sizes. The new models, 450P and 650P, will join an existing 5-1/2″ multi-purpose bench vise, model 550P. The...
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Makita X-Lock Angle Grinders – Has Anyone Used These?
A couple of readers sent in tips about Makita X-Lock angle grinder displays they spotted at their Home Depot stores. I eventually came across one such display at my local store, and I’ve been checking...
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Bondhus T-Handle Ball Hex Drivers (USA-Made) are a Must-Have
I have posted about Bondhus T-handle ball hex drivers before, with the last time being more than 2-1/2 years ago. It’s time for a refresher. These tools are absolutely indispensable for accessing...
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Would You Buy a Makita Cordless Thickness Planer?
It seems that Makita has been working on making a cordless thickness planer, and this seems like a prime candidate for their new XGT cordless power tool system. Thanks to Nate (Doresoom via YouTube)...
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Gearwrench Mechanics Tool Set w/ Foam Tray – What’s Your Take on it?
I came across this Gearwrench 120XP mechanics tool set a couple of months ago, and I have been itching to buy one. The set features 94 pieces, with 1/4″, 3/8″, and 1/2″ drive tools, accessories, a...
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The Best Tool Brands in Every Category – for Me
I tend to develop strong opinions about tool brands, as well as associations between brands and tool categories. Based on personal experiences, conversations with different users, others’...
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Would You Use This 3-Shelf Mechanics Tool Cart?
I’ve had this Luxor 3-shelf mechanics tool cart in my topics list for a few months now, and I’m still not quite sure it’s a good product to post about. On one hand, it’s a mechanics tool and utility...
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Makita vs. Harbor Freight Hercules Cordless Drill Comparison
I purchased two cordless drill kits at retail pricing – a Makita XFD13 brushless kit, and Harbor Freight HC91K1 kit. This isn’t an apples to apples comparison, but let’s see how two ~$99 kits (at the...
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Dear Tool Brand with “2X More Torque” Cordless Drill Marketing Claims
Dear Tool Brand, I posted about your cordless power tools the other day, specifically your cordless drill and impact driver combo kit. Your brand has an interesting selection of tools and OPE, and for...
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New Hart 20V Max Cordless Power Tools (2021 Expansion)
Walmart and Hart Tools have announced the launch of new 20V Max cordless power tools and accessories, including a number of new brushless tool options. Hart points out the the new brushless cordless...
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Makita XGT Treatment of Aftermarket Batteries Could Set a (Good) Trend
Shown above is an aftermarket/3rd party Makita-compatible 18V Li-ion battery pack, advertised as fitting all Makita 18V tools and chargers. There are also counterfeit batteries designed to look like...
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Don’t Leave Home Without a Robertson (Square) Screwdriver!
There are tons of tool references in movies and TV shows. Sometimes they’re recognizable, other times they’re somewhat generic. In science fiction, some tools might be repurposes and used as...
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The Viking Arm – a One-Handed Lifting Tool
I’ve seen the Massca Products Viking Arm on social media a couple of times, and it looks to be a handy one-handed lifting tool – a jack for lifting cabinets and other such objects. I have been using...
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New Makita 18V Cordless Diamond Saw for Tile and Masonry
Over on Instagram, our primary source for Makita news since they blacklisted us (seemingly for asking too many hard questions), Makita has announced a new 18V “diamond cutter” – a 5″ mini circular saw...
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