Hand Tool Reviews & Buying Guides

Hand tools make up a large portion of the equipment we carry every day. Pro Tool reviews pays close attention to recent innovations. Our hand tool reviews include knives & cutting tools, wrenches, chisels, fastening tools, hammers, and more. These hand tools covers the gamut from one end of the industry to another. Possibly our favorite series is our best framing hammer review. In that head-to-head review we compared nine popular models. This type of comparison isn’t always possible, but we do test out these tools on the jobsite. Hand Tool Reviews for the Pro Tradesman This is also where you’ll find popular lighting products and even folding knives from Kershaw, CRKT, and Zero Tolerance. We try to review as many of these types of tools as possible. This helps us remain a leader in reporting industry trends. This is particularly important when manufacturers add new features or make tweaks to their products. Sometimes they revamp an entire line. Other times they include something that only slightly improves a hand tool over a previous model. It all adds up.

May 15, 2017 0

New Hilti Rotary Laser PR 30-HVS A12 Announced

by Adam Spafford

Hilti recently announced the new Hilti Rotary Laser PR 30-HVS A12 for vertical, horizontal, and slope applications. The PR 30-HVS A12 […]

May 15, 2017 0

Honey Badger Demo Fork Review

by Derek Nichelson

Very often before the more refined work can begin on a job, the old stuff has got to go. The […]

May 10, 2017 0

Bosch Green-Beam Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser

by Daniel Elms

Like just about everything else in life, a good foundation is essential for a good result. It’s especially true in […]

May 9, 2017 0

How to Use a Rotary Laser Level Like a Pro

by Adam Spafford

Whether it’s being used inside or outside, the rotary laser level’s purpose is to help us determine and mark a […]

May 3, 2017 0

Stanley FatMax Shovel Review

by PTR Editorial Staff

Whether getting ready for the Spring planting season at home or on the jobsite, sooner or later, you need a […]

May 2, 2017 0

Klein Tools 9-Inch Angled Head Diagonal Cutting Pliers Review

by Ben Parker

If there’s one eternal truth about electrical work, it’s that wires need cuttin’. And what company has more experience with […]

April 20, 2017 0

Steel Will Druid 290 Folding Knife Review

by Thomas Gaige

It’s not every day that I get to take a fresh look at a newer knife company and one of […]

April 18, 2017 0

DeWalt Impact Sockets DWMT74739

by Adam Spafford

There’s no tool combination more iconic of a garage than a ratchet/impact wrench and socket set. From small to large, […]

April 17, 2017 0

Crescent Fiberglass Rip Claw Hammers Review

by Adam Spafford

Crescent announced its Crescent Fiberglass Rip Claw Hammers, available in 16- and 20-ounce sizes. The hammers feature a non-slip flared […]

Klein Tools Electrician's Pocket Knife With Phillips Screwdriver

April 17, 2017 0

Klein Electrician’s Pocket Knife With Phillips Screwdriver Review

by Ben Parker

You probably know we’re big fans of knives considering every member of our Pro team carries one. It’s the folding […]