Framing Tool Reviews & Buying Guides Archives

Framing Tool Reviews & Buying Guides

Framer use a lot of tools. You’ve got compressors and nailers, but you also have hammers, squares, miter saws, and tables saws. Then there’s the complement of other hand tools like tape measures, pencils, and chalk reels. Framers are our go-to guys of general construction tool reviews. They’ve touched it all. This crew loves jumping into a best tape measure comparison or the discovering the best tool belt. And of course they helped us find the best framing hammer. Many of our framing tool reviews take place on the jobsite. We can’t think of a better place to test tools. These are the guys who get to discover the best cordless reciprocating saw. If it involves cutting or fastening lumber, this section should have you covered.

February 19, 2014 0

Powerstrike Hammer Review

by Clint DeBoer

Everyone who knows me knows that I love cool hammers. The new Powerstrike hammer from Powerstrike Precision Technology is, by […]

February 11, 2014 0

Bosch CM10GD Axial Glide Miter Saw Review

by Scott Butler

As a woodworker with a small shop, I have always considered a dedicated tool like a chop saw a “nice-to-have” […]

August 21, 2013 0

Ryobi RTS31 10-inch Table Saw Review

by Thomas Gaige

When Ryobi dropped off their new RTS31 10″ Table Saw we knew the company had made some pretty big changes. […]

August 16, 2013 0

18V Cordless Hammer Drill Round-up

by Thomas Gaige

For me, the cordless hammer drill is arguably one of the most well-used tools in my arsenal. Anyone who uses […]

August 12, 2013 0

Bosch AG50-11VSPD Paddle Switch Grinder Review

by Robert Robillard

As a carpenter I mainly find myself using grinders to occasionally cut through rebar or get structural bolts out of […]

July 22, 2013 0

DeWalt DWE575 7-1/4 in Circular Saw Review

by Robert Robillard

Today’s building trends are constantly evolving from lighter and stronger materials to rot-resistant plastics and better insulations. As a carpenter, […]