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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Sawzall Review – Model 2720-20

Milwaukee 18V Brushless Reciprocating Saw – Sawzall Model 2720-20 The recent lineup of brushless tools from Milwaukee includes several impressive 18 volt power tools that offer corded power in a cordless platform. The all new M18 Cordless Sawzall (Model 2720-20) really showcases and defends my assertion that the “cord” has finally been cut on tools […]

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STAFDA Annual Convention and Trade Show 2013

STAFDA Annual Convention and Trade Show 2013 The Speciality Tool and Fastener Division Association (STAFDA) held their annual convention and trade show, where hundreds of vendors get a chance to showcase their newest products, offer generous terms to distributors, and often give consumers, distributors, and journalists a sneak peak of upcoming innovations. Here at Tool […]

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Diablo Unveils New Innovations in their Blade Technology at Diablo’s Media Event at STAFDA Show

Diablo’s Media Event at STAFDA Show On Tuesday November 12th Diablo showcased their latest innovations in abrasives, and reciprocating blades at STAFDA’s annual convention where hundreds of vendors get a chance to showcase their  newest products, offer generous terms to distributors, and often give consumers, distributors, and journalists a sneak peak of upcoming innovations. We at […]

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General 8-in-1 LED Precision Screwdriver Review

General Tools Lighted 8-IN-1 Screwdriver – Model 75108 The He-Man Club of America will probably revoke my membership card for writing this, but sometimes you just don’t need a bigger hammer – you need a smaller tool with a delicate touch. There, I admitted it. And I feel good, because that’s precisely what General Tool’s […]

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Makita® Expands 18V Lithium-Ion Tool Line-up

Makita® Now Offers 70 Cordless Power Tools on 18V Platform La Mirada, CA – Makita has the world’s largest 18V lithium-ion cordless tool line-up* with over 70 tools powered by one 18V LXT® battery that reaches a full charge in only 30 minutes. This is the latest in a growing list of industry milestones by […]

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Rockler adds another superstore to the fold

Late this last summer Rockler opened their first Superstore about 5 miles from me in Minnesota. Now they are almost finished with their second and this time it’s in the pacific north west. The Seattle location is opening mid-December and it is going to be a huge hit. I’ve been to the Maplewood store many […]

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Milwaukee M18 Cordless SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Review

Milwaukee M18™ Cordless 5/8″ SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Kit 2612-21 I used the Milwaukee M18 Cordless ⅝” SDS Plus Rotary Hammer to drill holes for Tapcon screws to reattach 2×6 ledgers for on-grade landings onto poured concrete foundations. Job-site Tough Originally they had been attached with un-coated powder actuated nails that didn’t hold up to […]

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DEWALT DCF680N 8V MAX Gyroscopic Screwdriver Review

8V MAX Gyroscopic Screwdriver When I saw this new tool at the DEWALT Media Event I was fascinated yet skeptical about it at the same time. My skepticism has changed to excitement about a tool that’s extremely innovative and useful. The all new DCF680N is a cordless screwdriver that’s controlled with gyroscopic technology. Sounds complicated […]

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Milwaukee® Delivers Industry’s Most Powerful 18V Compact Impact Wrenches

MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Tool Corporation continues to expand the fastest growing 18V platform in the industry with the introduction the industry’s first 18V Compact Impact Wrenches with over 200 ft-lbs of torque. As part of the new M18 FUEL™ line that launched in 2012, the new tools feature Milwaukee’s exclusive combination of the POWERSTATE™ […]

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Makita Impact GOLD 21 Piece Ultra Magnetic Driver Bit Set Review

21 Piece Makita Impact Gold Bit Set Review Disclosure: This Makita Impact GOLD 21 Piece Ultra Magnetic Driver Bit Set Review is sponsored by Makita, but all opinions are my own. Please see below for additional disclosure on this Makita Ultra Magnetic Driver Bit Set Review. Makita’s Impact ready Gold Bit Set The stress an impact driver […]

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