DEWALT 20V XR Max 1/2″ Hammer Drill Driver

By Scott Arnold

DEWALT DCD806 20V XR Max 1/2″ Hammer Drill Review A hammer drill isn’t just a tool; it’s the bouncer at the door of the construction world, letting you walk confidently into places where regular drills fear to tread. Whether you’re anchoring into a block wall or playing “who’s tougher” with a slab of cured concrete,…

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Jorgensen Corner Easing Plane Review

By Robert Robillard

Jorgensen Corner Easing Plane (Model #70748) The Jorgensen Corner Easing Plane has quickly become one of my favorite hand tools. My older go-to was the Rockler carbide-tipped easing plane, but they stopped making it and when I couldn’t find replacement blades, I searched around and found the Jorgensen for approximately $30 online. The Jorgensen is…

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Best Cordless 9-10″ Cut-Off Saw 2025

By Robert Robillard

Best Battery Powered 9-10″ Concrete Cutter | Head-To-Head Test A Cut-Off Saw—also known as a power cutter, masonry saw, or demo saw—is a handheld tool commonly used by landscape masons and contractors for tough cutting tasks. Designed to handle hard materials, it’s ideal for cutting pavers, bricks, concrete blocks, rebar, and metal pipe. Typical applications…

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DEWALT XR 20v PowerStack Battery

By Scott Arnold

DEWALT XR 20V Batteries: From Original to PowerStack Dewalt has long been a leader in cordless power tools, and the cornerstone of its lineup has been the XR 20V battery platform. The original Dewalt XR 20V batteries were a significant upgrade when they were introduced, offering improved runtime, better performance, and compatibility across a wide…

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BRUNT Father’s Day Gift Guide

By Scott Arnold

Father’s Day Gift Guide: Brunt Gear for the Dad Who Builds America This Father’s Day, show your appreciation for the man who works with his hands, puts in long days, and keeps America running. If your dad’s in the trades—whether he’s on the job site, in the shop, or under the hood—he deserves gear that…

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Cordless Heat Gun Comparison

By Robert Robillard

Cordless Heat Gun Comparison Testing A cordless heat gun is a versatile tool, capable of handling everything from stripping paint and thawing frozen pipes to shrink wrapping and welding plastics. The cordless design offers unmatched freedom—whether you’re working in the garage, on a job site, or in hard-to-reach areas, you’re no longer tethered to an…

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Framing and Demo Saw Blade Comparison Testing

By Robert Robillard

Saw Blade Showdown: A Test of Speed, Durability, and Performance When it comes to framing and demolition, choosing the right saw blade can make all the difference between a job well done and one that drags on longer than necessary. Framing blades, with their standard 24-tooth design, are built to tackle the fast-paced, high-demand world…

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KEEN Gibson Boot (Soft Toe) Review

By Dan Wheeler

KEEN Gibson Boot (Soft Toe) Review Manufacturer: Keen Footwear Model: 1030538 Price: $145 Weight: 18.48oz (per shoe) Keen has recently introduced its new KEEN Gibson Boot and sent us a sample to review. Keen describes this boot as a low-profile, soft-toe style boot that is constructed for medium-duty job sites or to casually wear around…

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