3M Worktunes Headphones AM/FM Radio Review
I do a lot of outdoor work, and it’s nice to listen to the radio or my trusty iPhone music […]
Amprobe PK-100R Electrical Test Kit Review
Some people have extensive electrical test and measurement devices on-hand, ready to go at a moment’s notice. But there is […]
Jointmaker Pro v2 Manual Table Saw Preview
This kind of product doesn’t come around all that often: a tool that makes it possible to do manually, something that we only thought really possible with electricity. Want to do some serious craftsmanship by hand for a special project? The new Jointmaker Pro v2 Manual Table Saw by Bridge City Tool Works is your solution. We immediately thought of third world country mission work, but the tool is actually a bit too refined and more suitable for detail and finish work than rough cuts and simply getting boards cut where there’s no power (for that the hand saw will still be your friend).
Festool CT 36 BC Cleantex System
When Festool did a European announcement of two new powerful vacuum systems under the name AutoClean AC we perked up. The […]
Milwaukee True RMS Fork Meter 2205-20 Review
When we first set eyes on the Milwaukee 2205-20 Fork Meter, we thought it was a quaint tool – but its compact size is in stark contrast to its impressive feature set. Turns out, this is a rugged compact CAT IV electricians tool that has lots of great features, not the least of which are an integrated LED work light and reverse white-on-black LCD display. After using it over the past few weeks, we’ve come to appreciate its convenience and size as well as the way it makes one-handed measurements both possible and practical.
Top 5 Makeshift Saw Horses You Shouldn’t Try
If you are a new homeowner, you’ve probably invested in some of those plastic saw horses for use in your occasional projects. We hope you did because, if you didn’t, you’re probably going to use one of the non-standard makeshift ones we list below. Please don’t. They are dangerous on many levels. They are probably not as stable as you think. They tend to be different heights, causing you to make imprecise cuts. They may even be parts of your body which is just asking for trouble. Here are or Top 5 Not Recommended Makeshift Saw Horses.
Milwaukee True RMS Clamp Meter 2237-20 Review
In my time I’ve used a lot of meters. Ever since my first home, I’ve installed enough circuits and cabling […]
Rockler Dust Right 1200 Filtration System Preview
Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has just announced the release of a new air filtration system, the Dust Right 1200, which […]
Johnson Level 40-6001 Laser Distance Measure Review
The Johnson Level 40-6001 Laser Distance Measure is a compact, feature rich hand held tool that will make it a breeze to accurately measure nearly anything indoors or outdoors by yourself. Estimators, painters, flooring companies, contractors, engineers and architects are just a few types of the folks that will find find a tool like this invaluable once they learn how to use it. No more stretching out 100 foot tapes and having someone hold the dumb end of the measure.
Porter-Cable PCL212IDC-2 12V Max Cordless Compact 2-Tool Kit Review
If you’re looking for a compact yet powerful and versatile impact driver and drill/driver, the Porter-Cable PCL212IDC-2 12V Max Lithium Cordless Compact 2-Tool Kit is all you need. It is a small, powerful, and handy kit that can tackle almost any project that requires drilling, driving, or the need for being able to work in a cramped area. With 950in-lbs of driving torque, the impact driver can tackle almost any job. The drill/driver with a 3/8″ chuck, variable 2 speed transmission, and a clutch with 20 positions, will have you covered for all your drilling needs.