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New Metabo HPT Cordless Full-Size Router – an Industry-First
Metabo HPT has announced a new industry-first full-size cordless plunge router, model M3612DA. The new Metabo HPT M3612DA is a 1/2″ router, and it will be part of the brand’s 36V MultiVolt system....
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Amazon Commercial Electrical Tools – Multimeters, Testers, More
Amazon has set their sights on the electrical testing tool industry with a new line of Amazon Commercial digital multimeters, testers, thermometers, and more. This is a very quiet but also very...
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New Milwaukee Packout First Aid Kits
Milwaukee has added two First Aid kits to their line of Packout tool storage and organizational products. There will be a 204pc Class B Type III kit, packed within a full-width organizer, and a 76pc...
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Folding Hex Key Sets – Yay or No Way?
This is a folding hex key tool, a Bondhus GorillaGrip set, with 7 sizes of metric hex tools housed in a single handle. I really don’t like folding hex tools, although it has been maybe 20+ years since...
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Dewalt 15Ah Battery – Why its Cell Count and Configuration Matters
Dewalt recently introduced a new FlexVolt 15Ah battery that works with their 20V Max and 60V Max cordless power tools. To some people, the 15Ah part is all that matters. But to many – and the industry...
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5 Must-Have Tools for New Parents
Most new moms, dads, guardians, and other parent figures don’t quite know what they’re in for. There are a LOT of things to learn and prepare for, and so “hmm, what kinds of tools will I need for this...
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The New Dewalt 15Ah Battery has… Wings?
We recently posted about the new Dewalt FlexVolt 15Ah battery (DCB615), and then again about why guesses about why its internal Li-ion cell configuration are important. Your comments in the discussion...
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New Tool Day – Gearwrench Screwdrivers!
As mentioned in a recent post, GEARWRENCH is currently a ToolGuyd sponsor. I can wholeheartedly recommend the brand, based on years of experience with their tools. I have purchased quite a few...
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New Makita Cordless Polishers – 18V and 12V CXT
Makita has announced new 18V and 12V Max SubCompact cordless polishers, aimed at “spot polishing micro imperfections or polishing narrow spaces,” and also “removing scuff marks or oxidation from...
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Is it Time to Retire Dewalt 18V Cordless Power Tools?
A reader wrote in today with a tough question. They have Dewalt 18V cordless power tools that see casual use, and their batteries have aged and no longer hold a charge. So here’s their question – do...
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Milwaukee Tool Cart with Drawers 48-22-8590 – (Revisit)
A little over two years ago, Milwaukee announced a new 40″ steel tool cart, model 48-22-8590. This post was first published on 4/10/19, and updated on 5/24/21. This update is more of a revisit. Have...
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Have You Used Cerrowire Wire Before?
A couple of months ago, I was shopping for THHN wire and came across a brand I wasn’t familiar with – Cerrowire. Oh, I thought, a new wiring company? But when I looked into the brand I saw that...
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Here’s Where to Buy Romex at Lower Prices
I picked up some wood boards over the weekend, and… ouch. Lumber prices have been inflated for several months now, and with no relief in sight. Copper has also been way up, driving up the price of...
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Milwaukee FastBack Utility Knife Deal – 2 for $15
Do you need a new utility knife? Want to try something new? Over at Home Depot, they have this Milwaukee Fastback utility knife 2-pack set priced at $15 for the holiday shopping season. The set comes...
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If You Need Small One-Handed Clamps, Buy These! (4pc Set for $16)
Over at Amazon, they have this Irwin 4pc bar clamp set on sale for $16. Technically, this isn’t a sale, but a seasonal “special buy” type of deal, but the result is the same, you get 4 of these 6″ bar...
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HOT Milwaukee Hand Tool Deals at Home Depot
Milwaukee Tool and Home Depot are trying something new this year, with an interesting Father’s Day promo. Here’s what’s on sale for $14.97 each: Fastback Utility Knife 2-Pack Fastback Deal Discussion...
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Noise Cancellation Headphones vs. Hearing Protection Earmuffs
After I posted my review on the ISOtunes Link Bluetooth earmuffs, there were a couple of questions and comparisons related to active noise cancellation devices. A similar question has also been posted...
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New Milwaukee M18 Fuel 14″ Abrasive Chop Saw
Milwaukee Tool has announced a new M18 Fuel 14″ abrasive chop saw (2990-20/21), described as being the industry’s first 18V-class tool of its kind. The new Milwaukee M18 cordless abrasive chop saw is...
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I Need Someone to Review this Crescent Fiberglass Hammer
I bought a Crescent fiberglass-handled hammer as part of a hammer comparison that I put on hold last year, and I really like it, especially its axe-style handle flare. But while I like the Crescent...
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I’ve Been Loving Home Depot’s Free Shipping!
I was at my local Home Depot store the other day, and all of the bulk T20 impact screwdriver bits were sold out, at least the larger 5-count and larger packs. I still have some on-hand, and so I’m not...
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