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Treblab Headphones and Earbuds Review

TREBLAB Z2 Headphones w/ Active Noise Cancelling and X3 PRO Earbuds Treblab Headphones and Earbuds were something I hadn’t heard of until recently. Yet, once I got the chance to test them out, I don’t know why I hadn’t heard of them before. I am always looking for options to combine job site connectivity, hearing […]

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LOMAX Stance Tonneau Cover Review

LOMAX Stance Tonneau Cover Tri-Panel, Diamond Mist Finish by Agri Cover I rely on my tools to be productive. So when my tools get lost, damaged, or stolen (unthinkable I know) it’s a significant and costly crisis. Also like many jobsite professionals, I rely heavily on my truck. It is a mobile extension of my […]

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Paslode 30° XP Framing Nailer Review

Paslode 30° Cordless XP Framing Nailer (Model CFN325XP) Paslode recently introduced their newest nailer model; the Paslode 30° XP Framing Nailer with fuel-powered performance. The new Model CFN325XP (#906300) is engineered, built, and tested with the PRO in mind so it was a natural fit for us to bring along to the job site and review […]

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DEWALT 20V POWERSTACK Battery Pack (DCBP034)

New DEWALT PowerStack Battery Platform Coming DEWALT just launched a new 20V battery platform that uses stacked lithium-ion polymer pouch cell batteries. Called the PowerStack, this battery is designed to deliver a lighter, smaller, and more powerful battery. PowerStack Uses Stack Pouch Battery Cells Designed with stacked pouch battery cells instead of cylindrical cells, this […]

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Ryobi 12.5″ Thickness Planer Review

Ryobi 12.5″ 15Amp/120V Benchtop Thickness Planer (Model AP1305) Thickness planers, as we discussed in detail in our TBB benchtop planer Head-to-Head, are invaluable time and money-saving tools. They are also an essential tool for any woodworker looking to take on finish work projects like furniture or cabinetry building. Thickness planers ensure a uniform thickness for […]

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Ryobi 48V HP 54″ Zero-Turn Mower Review

Ryobi 48V HP 54″ Model RY48140 Zero-Turn Electric Mower Review Editors Note: This mower is a significant investment for users so we tested two separate units with two different editors. Wes reviewed one and is the primary editor on this review. Todd Fratzel, Editor-in-Chief, also reviewed and unit and contributed to this article. It is […]

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Makita XWT17 1/2″ Brushless Impact Wrench Review

Makita XWT17 18V Brushless Mid‑Torque 1/2″ Impact Wrench Review  I was instantly impressed with the Makita XWT17 18V LXT Brushless 4‑Speed Mid‑Torque 1/2″ Sq. Drive W/ Friction Ring Anvil  Impact Wrench, as soon as I took it out of the box. It felt sturdy like an Impact Wrench should, but at the same time, it […]

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Werner GLIDESAFE Extension Ladder

Werner GLIDESAFE Extension Ladder Review We recently started using the new Werner GLIDESAFE extension ladder.  This new ladder is an easy-operating extension ladder with a breakthrough innovation: a patent-pending lift-assist technology that allows you to easily raise and lower the ladder’s fly section. The Werner GLIDESAFE™ Extension Ladder provides approximately 50% assistance to raise the ladder in […]

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Milwaukee Flex-Head Ratcheting Combination Wrench Set

Milwaukee Flex-Head Ratcheting Combination Wrench Set Review Milwaukee has expanded their wrench line with new Flex-Head ratcheting wrenches. These new wrenches come as a 15 piece SAE (Model 48-22-9413) and a 15 piece METRIC set (Model 48-22-9513). The wrenches are chrome plated and have an incredibly comfortable I-beam handle design that feels great to hold. […]

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KCI Tools Squi.Jigs and StealthMounts review

KCI Tools Squi.Jigs (1 1/4″ & 3″) and StealthMount Battery & Tool Mounts (DEWALT 20V and Milwaukee M18 & M12) It’s easy to focus on the big-ticket items in the workshop or on the job site, but sometimes the right accessory and jig is really what makes all the difference. Recently I got the chance […]

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