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Vampliers Screw Extraction Pliers Review By Ralph Mroz Every tradesperson regularly runs into the problem of a screw drive stripping out, and now the screw can’t either be screwed in or backed out. This is usually an issue with old screws or the cheap screws that come with so many products these days. Of course,…
How To Make An Acute Angle Jig For You Miter Saw There are many times that I find I need cut trim or molding at an angle greater than my miter saw was designed for. Most miter saws cut to 45 degrees or slightly larger, usually 50 degrees. this is where an acute angle jig…
RYOBI Cordless Self-Propelled Mower with 7.5 Ah Review The whole world is going electric and cordless. From electric cars to cordless power tools, the ever-increasing power density of batteries is making every job more convenient. Lawnmowers are of course no exception. While cordless electric mowers are not new, the latest crop of them has the…
Oak Floor Installed Parallel with Plank Subfloor – Results In Seams I recently looked at a house for sale with Oak floors. The second I walked into the house I noticed multiple open seams in the hardwood flooring. The weird part was that these seams were evenly spaced approximately every 7 to 8 inches. The reason…
KEEN Utility Atlanta Cool II Work Shoe The older I get the more I prioritize comfort. The work’s hard enough as it is without enduring uncomfortable tools…including uncomfortable shoes or boots. I can put up with a jacket that binds a little, or with a tool that doesn’t quite fit my hand perfectly. But if…
2 compelling Reasons To Save Tool Manuals I’ve been working with tools for over 30 years and have acquired a lot of tools over the years. Saving tool manuals was a thing I’ve always done for future repairs and part orders. I still do this today. Tool Manuals Identify Parts – Schematics While many manuals can…
Increase Efficiency and Organization by Labeling Tools Being organized is a way of life for me – it helps me navigate life’s chaos! Imagine a workshop where you can find every tool, jig, and board almost without looking. The secret is using labels on tools. One aspect that I’ve incorporated into my tool organization is…
Helly Hansen Workwear -Chelsea Evolution Review Recently Helly Hansen sent us some workwear from their Chelsea Evolution line to test and evaluate out on the job site and in the shop. The workwear clothing industry is constantly growing and we have many brands of workwear to choose from. Finding a brand that commits to durability…
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