Bosch 18V Barrel Grip Jig Saw

By ralph mroz

New Bosch 18V Barrel Grip Jig Saw GST18V-50B Bosch recently introduced several new cordless tools, including a new brushless 18V barrel grip jig saw, model GST18V-50B.  (A sister jig saw with a standard top, or “D”, handle, the model GST18V-50 was also introduced.)  This saw, with its brushless motor, and leveraging the ever-increasing output of…

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Gearwrench Screwdrivers

By ralph mroz

Gearwrench Screwdrivers Gearwrench screwdrivers aren’t as well-known as their wrenches, but all of their tools are well-regarded by the vehicle mechanics that constitute its traditional market.   Tools, including screwdrivers, intended for the engine and equipment repair have to be extra tough.  Not only are they used as makeshift prybars and levers, but they are almost…

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Milwaukee Hand Tools

By ralph mroz

Milwaukee Hand Tools

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Kolbalt Tool Bags Review

By ralph mroz

Three Kolbalt Niche Tool Bags The three Kolbalt niche tool bags that we look at here are often overlooked when we build our inventory of working tool boxes and bags.  But take a look at them; one or more may fill an unserved need for you. What Kind of Tool Bag is “Right”? Oh boy! …

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Carhartt Jackets and Vest for Outer Layering

By ralph mroz

Carhartt Jackets and Vest for Outer Layering A Five-Layer System The two Carhartt jackets and vest that I describe here represent two possible outer layers in a five-layer modular cold-weather layering system that I’ve developed over the last 50 years.  Look up “cold weather layering” and you’ll mostly get descriptions of a three-layer system consisting…

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What Tool Reviewers Can/Cannot Do

By ralph mroz

What Tool Reviews Can/Cannot Do Tool reviews are what we do here at Tool Box Buzz and A Concord Carpenter, and we are one of the best-known and trusted sources for them.  We are proud of both the accuracy of our reviews and the fact that we’ve maintained good relations with the tool vendors so…

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Napoleon Built-In 700 Series Grill

By Dan Wheeler

Napoleon Built-In 700 Series 32 RB Grill (Model BIG32RBPSS) Review Napoleon’s outdoor kitchen products ended up being the linchpin in our outdoor kitchen build. The Napoleon Built-In 700 Series stainless steel grill, door, and drawer components are certainly good looking, but are they quality? In this product placement review, we test them and examine their…

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Ryobi 3 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum Review

By John Peachey

Ryobi 18V ONE+ LINK™ 3 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum (#PCL734K) If you own a car and a house, you probably also own—or want to own–a wet/dry vacuum, too.  A wet/dry vacuum is almost a prerequisite tool to have in your home to clean up the heavy-duty messes that a typical household vacuum is no match for. …

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