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Craftsman Tool Boxes

By Robert Robillard

New Craftsman Tool Boxes By Ralph Mroz I took a peek at two different Craftsman Tool Boxes. As most of you probably know, Stanley Black & Decker (SBD) bought the Craftsman brand from Sears Holdings back in 2017.  It was a bit of a strange deal in that SBD will now own the Craftsman brand and…

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Cheap Tool?

By Robert Robillard

Let’s Ditch the term “Cheap Tool” – Tool Reviews by Ralph Mroz How many times have you heard  someone bash a tool as “a cheap piece of junk” when it didn’t meet their expectations?  How many times have you done so?  The fact is that the key phrase in the preceding is “didn’t meet expectations”. …

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Diamondback Tool Belt

By Scott Arnold

Diamondback Tool Belt Review The tool belt is a must for keeping essential tools within reach, resulting in a faster work flow. A properly fitted tool bet and suspender rig also can reduce back fatigue and neck strain. We recently took a close look at Diamondback tool belt with the “Elias” and “Wrangell” pouches and suspender…

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KEEN Utility Dover Work Boot Review

By Robert Robillard

KEEN Utility Dover Six-Inch Waterproof Work Boot KEEN Utility has come out with some new work boots this year and I’ve been trying out the KEEN Utility Dover Work Boot six-inch waterproof model. By Ralph Morz KEEN First Impression The bottom line: This was my first KEEN Utilty work boot; I expected to like it…

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DECKED Truck Bed Toolbox

By Scott Arnold

DECKED – Truck Bed Storage Solution I don’t think that the importance of tool organization in your truck, trailer or van can be overstated. Think about how much time and energy goes into looking for tools in messy and unorganized trailers, trucks or vans. That time should be time spent on task and not looking…

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Generac Speedwash 3200PSI Pressure Washer

By Robert Robillard

Generac Speedwash 3200PSI Pressure Washer 71430 Review Pressure washers are perfect for boat, deck cleaning, wood restoration, paint preparation, graffiti removal, and heavy equipment cleaning. We took a close look at the Generac Speedwash 3200PSI Pressure Washer. Heavy Dirt Cleaning Pressure washers use compressed water to create a powerful water streams that can be used to…

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Router Maintenance

By Robert Robillard

Woodworking Router Care and Cleaning As a carpenter I learned early on that tools need maintenance of they will not be ready for you when you need the. Your woodworking router is one of those tools. Regular Routine Checking You should conduct regular checks on the router so as to find out any damages. Ensure…

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Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measure Review

By Robert Robillard

Crecent Lufkin Shockforce Tape Measures By Ralph Mroz A tape measure is of course one of the most used tools for any tradesperson, especially carpenters. Using one that is as close to perfect for your work is one of the little things that make the work go smoothly…while one that is aggravating, even in a…

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