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Paslode Nails When framing or remodeling probably the toughest nailing application has always been fastening LVL or engineered lumber together to make headers and beams. Many times during these fastening applications I have to pull out my hammer and sink a nail into the beam – this slows the process down. Paslode Engineered Lumber Nails…
Channellock Ratcheting Screwdrivers I recently had the chance to test the new Channellock Code Blue 13 Tip Ratcheting Screwdrivers I used to carry a 4 in 1 screw driver in my tool bag and the Channellock 13 in 1 driver has moved in and is now living there…. I love it. A cap at the…
Milwaukee Hand Tools This Summer while at Milwaukee’s media event I got a sneak preview of of the new Milwaukee Hand Tools line up – up till now these tools were “Embargoed” and I was unable to share any information with you. This is Milwaukee’s second round of hand-tools and in my opinion they did a…
DEWALT 12” Sliding Compound Miter Saw DWS780 Would it be nice to have a miter saw that was designed to be precise and accurate enough for fine woodworking, yet durable enough for framing and deck building? The new DeWALT DWS780 is just that saw. It was designed for a variety of trades including cabinetmakers, trim…
Bosch RHH180-01 120-Volt 18-Volt 3/4-Inch SDS-Plus Hammer The Bosch SDS cordless hammer drill is a compact, light weight powerhouse! I recently had the opportunity to bring this drill out to some job-sites and put it to work. When I first saw it I thought… cordless, No way! Boy was I wrong. The Bosch SDS Cordless Hammer Drill…
My friend Stuart at ToolGuyd has a great DIY giveaway this week. To enter, simply leave a comment on his site telling him what you would use the RapidRoller for. This is the perfect tool for interior wall and ceiling painting! Black & Decker RapidRoller Paint Roller Details: Exclusive 3-Position Pivoting Roller Frame For Straight…
PORTER-CABLE 4-½ Inch Angle Grinders Preview PORTER-CABLE recently launch two new 4-½ inch Small Angle Grinders (PC60TCTAG and PC60TAG). Both the PC60TAG and the PC60TCTAG come with a 6 amp motor [11,000 RPB] have a tool-less guard adjustment and weigh 4.1 lbs. I liked the comfortable grip and a three handle position which allowed me to…
Bosch titanium coated blades increase life of oscillating cutting blades I own and use a multi-tool on the job site, for cutting applications, and I can honestly say “what did I do before this came out?” Multi-tools are great but my biggest pet peeve is the life to cost ratio. Multi-tool blades are expensive…
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