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Cost effective Multi-Tool Blade Blades: What's your biggest pet peeve with your multi-tool? I bet it's the cost of the replacement blades. Was I right? The problem I have is coughing up the $27.00 for a new bi-metal blade every-time I start a job. I recently came across a distributor of high quality replacement oscillating blades. The site is called Imperial Blades and they make a huge selection of blades from wood … [Read more...]
Bosch MX30EC-21 Multi-X Oscillating Tool Bosch Power Tools recently released the MX30E Multi-X™ OscillatingTool, that is designed for a wide variety of cutting, grinding, scraping, and sanding applications. The Bosch MX30EC-21 Multi-X Oscillating Tool is the first Bosch oscillating tool to boast a tool-less accessory change lever, making it easier to attach or reposition the blade or accessories. The hands free tool change is a … [Read more...]
IRWIN focuses on the Professional Woodworker and Finish Carpenter IRWIN a company with a history of quality tools but most often known for their iconic vice-grip tool and more recently their Quick-Grip clamp is now taking steps to become a major contender in the high end saw blade arena with the release of their IRWIN Marples Woodworking Series Saw blades. "Were looking at one user at a time, one tool at a time as well as to extend … [Read more...]
Today I am flying to Venice, Italy to attend Irwins product launch media event. Ten publishers were invited, nine print and me. What an honor! Irwin is planning a release of a new line of IRWIN Marples Woodworking Series saw blades that are expecting to be a "game changer" for the woodworker and finish carpenter. Why Venice? That is was my first thought too. Apparently Irwin owns or has a relationship with … [Read more...]
JET 14-Inch Woodworking Bandsaw Review: I recently had the opportunity to review the JET 14 Inch Band Saw Model 708115K in my workshop. The new 14-inch band saw with enclosed stand allows a 6-inch re-saw capacity and a 13-1/2-inch cutting capacity. The JET 708115K JWBS-14CS 14-Inch 1 HP Bandsaw measures 68" by 26" by 19" inches; has a 15-inch by 15-inch table; and weighs 185 pounds. FIRST IMPRESSION: I had to assemble this saw, which … [Read more...]
Keen Work Boots Industrial Grade The folks at Keen recently sent me and my crew two of their industrial grade construction work boots to review and evaluate. I have to be honest, I've always known Keen as an eco-friendly, outdoorsy hiking and sandal type of shoe and never in my wildest dreams thought they made construction PRO grade work boots. First Impression: We were send two different Keen work boots to evaluate. Their … [Read more...]
Re- Usable Woodworking Glue Brush Recently the folks at Rockler send me their new Silicone Glue Brush to review and evaluate. To be honest I immediately looked at the brushes and thought they were a cheap gimmick. I was wrong - the Rockler Silicone Glue Brush worked as advertised and worked well. Up to now I used these metal handles black bristled brushes when gluing objects in my shop such as dadoes, tongues, grooves and … [Read more...]
Arborwear Outfits AConcordCarpenter's Crew As a carpenter and contractor I can tell you that you get what you pay for. It took me a long time to realize that the demands of the jobsite quickly would destroy clothing. I recently learned that Arborwear Offers Customized Apparel and was curious to test it out. For me clothing worn on the jobsite must have exceptional durability, comfort, quality of construction, and a fit that you can not … [Read more...]
Robert Robillard is the Editor of A Concord Carpenter, Host of the Concord Carpenter cable tv show and the Principal of Robert E. Robillard Finish Carpentry & Renovation, LLC, a carpentry and renovation business located in Concord, Massachusetts.
He writes on all aspects of home improvement and remodeling, specializing in problem solving for all aspects of home maintenance.
In his spare time he enjoys reviewing new tools and products and restoring old tools back and using them on projects: A Concord Carpenter.
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