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Master Mechanics Swift Driver

By Robert Robillard

Master Mechanic Driver Tool – Swift Driver  The folks at Master Mechanics recently came out with a new version of the time tested screw driver.  It’s called the Swift Driver.  We’ve all seen the ratcheting drivers that use a gear and pawl mechanism but the Swift Driver has a different action to it. The user…

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PortaMate Universal Tool Base PM1000 Review

By Robert Robillard

HTC PortaMate PM1000 Universal Mobile Base The folks at HTC recently sent me their Port-A-Mate PM-1000 adjustable mobile base, to evaluate and review. Mobile tool bases are ideal for moving, storing or servicing larger tools in your workshop.  I have a small work shop and for me having all of my woodworking tools on mobile bases…

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Strap-Loc Secures Tie-downs Clamps

By Robert Robillard

Tie-down straps are a necessity when transporting remodeling materials to my jobsites but I hate storing them.  They always come out of my glove box a tangles mess. well say goodbye to the mess and hello to Strap-Loc! Bench Dog Tools just released Strap-Loc which is a neat and orderly storage solution for thos pesky tie-down straps.…

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WIN a Milwaukee M18 FUEL 2603-22 18V Brushless Cordless Drill Driver

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Brushless Giveaway: The folks at Milwaukee are offering one of Newsletter subscribers the opportunity to win their  M18 FUEL 2603-22 18V Brushless cordless Drill Driver a $270.00 value. Milwaukee continues to revolutionize cordless power tools with the introduction of M18 FUEL™ – an exclusive line of extreme-performance cordless power tools designed, engineered…

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Milwaukee M18 FUEL Cordless Brushless Tools

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Cordless Brushless Tools Offer 3 Advancements: The folks at Milwaukee recently sent me their M18 FUEL 2603-22 18V Cordless Brushless Drill Driver to review and evaluate. Take a look at this three minute video review of the M18 FUEL 2603-22 and remember, “Leave the ball and chain at home.” What’s the big deal with…

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Kobalt 129 Piece Mechanics Tool Set

By Robert Robillard

Kobalt 129 piece 1/4″ & 3/8″ Drive Mechanics Tool Set #338515 A socket set includes a variety of tool or wrench type heads for fastening or removing different sized bolts.   As you know not all socket sets are the same.  I recently got a chance to use the Kobalt 129 piece set. For those of you who…

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IRWIN Magnetic Level Review

By Robert Robillard

IRWIN  Magnetic Level Review:  Box Beam 2550 Series I recently had the opportunity to try out the Irwin Magnetic Level 2550 series on the job-site.  I used the 32″ and 72″ jamb kit levels to install a sliding glass door and a few pre-hung door units. The Irwin Magnetic Levels are the perfect team for hanging…

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Irwin SL300 Quick Grip Clamps Review

By Robert Robillard

IRWIN SL300 One Handed Bar Clamps With Spreader Feature:   I recently had the opportunity to test out and review IRWIN’s improved one-handed SL300 Quick Grip clamp.     As a carpenter and someone who enjoys working with tools these one-handed or “pistol grip” clamps are perfect for getting things done safely, efficiently and with one hand. If…

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