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DEWALT 12V Screwdriver – 10 Year Look-Back Review

DEWALT 12Volt 1/4″ Screwdriver DCF610 A 10-year Look-back Review Back in February 2011, we tested this DEWALT 12V Screwdriver Kit (DCF610S2) When we tested it we were impressed with its size to power ratio. We felt that although it looks like a toy, it was designed and built with contractors in mind. The screwdriver is compact […]

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Journeyman Carpenter Continued Education

Milwaukee Tools GRID Apprentice Program We’ve partnered with Milwaukee Tool’s GRID apprentice program to walk you some tips for Journey. Now if you’re an apprentice and want to learn more tips and tricks like this, please click the link in the description below to take you to the GRID website.  It’s free to sign up, […]

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Oliver Machinery Table Saw Model 10010 Review

Oliver Machinery 10″ Table Saw w/ Roller Stand Review (model 10010) Oliver Machinery’s recently released 10″ job site table saw, model 10010, is a fully-featured portable table saw worth highlighting. This 10″ job site table saw with a roller stand is Oliver Machinery’s top option for portable table saws. It also represents Oliver Machinery’s commitment […]

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Ryobi 7 1/4 Circular Saw PBLCS300 Review

Ryobi 7 1/4 Circular Saw PBLCS300 Review If we had to choose a single cordless item for carpentry and construction, we would be hard-pressed to pick against a 7 ¼” circular saw for basic cutting tasks.  We use circular saws on everything from sizing 2×4 rough framing to doing plunge cuts on exterior wall sheathing. […]

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Bosch 2021 New Lineup Sneak Peak!

Bosch – 2021 New Lineup Sneak Peak! Mount Prospect, IL. —  Bosch has been a partner to the trade pro for over 80 years and is launching a new lineup of high-power tools to meet their customer needs.  The recently unveiled 2021 line-up features a new family of high-power, heavy-duty, cordless tools designed for the […]

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Oliver Machinery 12.5″ Planer with SHELIX cutterhead Model 10044 Review

Oliver Machinery 10044 Planer Review When I decided to upgrade my 12.5” planer, I wanted to check out the Oliver Machinery 12.5″ Planer (Model 10044) with exclusive Byrd Tools SHELIX cutterhead.  The thickness planer is one of the most functional and cost-effective tools in my woodshop.  Why?  Because it ensures uniformity in materials and allows […]

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Continuing Education for the Journeyman

Keeping Your Trade Skills Sharp We’ve partnered with Milwaukee Tool’s GRID apprentice program to walk you through some tips for continued skill advancement as a journeyman carpenter. Now if you’re an apprentice and want to learn more tips and tricks like this, please click the link in the description below to take you to the […]

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Holstery Tactical Tool Holders Review

Holstery Tactical Tool Holders Review Toolbelts are often a love-hate relationship. A high-quality belt system may offer all-day comfort but require a bulky loadbearing set-up. Holstery is a company that is helping to change that mindset. This tool review will take an in-depth look at the Holstery tactical tool holders as well as their other […]

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Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3/8″ Compact Impact Wrench Review

M18 FUEL™ 3/8″ Compact Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring 2854-20 The expansion of compact cordless tools continues to explode due to the advances in brushless motors and batteries. Over the last several years we’ve seen a lot of cordless power tools trim down and lose inches where it counts most. Milwaukee has introduced quite a […]

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Milwaukee M18 Sander – 2.5 Year Look-Back Review

Milwaukee M18 Random Orbital Sander 2648-21 I reviewed this Milwaukee M18 Sander about 2.5 years ago. While it’s not used every day it has seen a lot of use and it’s mostly great. Here’s a quick refresher 12,000 OPM Max Variable Speed Control 5″ Sanding Pad 7,000-12,000 OPM Variable Speed 3/32″ Orbit Diameter Universal Hose Adapter […]

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