COAST HP7 LED Flashlight Review

By Robert Robillard

Quality Flashlights Cost Money: A flashlight is like any other tool.   You get what you pay for. For some people a flashlight is an occasional tool.   For others it’s a necessity and part of their daily routine.   In these situations they may depend on this flashlight to perform their job, or safety, such as…

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PORTER-CABLE 382 5-Inch Random Orbit Sander

By Robert Robillard

PORTER -CABLE 5″ Random Orbital Sander Model 382 Review: I’ve been using PORTER -CABLE tools for many many years and currently own and regularly use 4 different sanders, all for different applications. For general purpose sanding in the shop and on the job site I favor a random orbital sander and one that is small…

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Dremel Multi-Max MM20

By Robert Robillard

Dremel Multi-Max MM20 Oscillating Tool Kit Review I recently had the opportunity to test drive the Dremel Multi-Max MM20 Oscillating Tool Kit.  The MM20 is an upgraded and improved version of Dremel’s previous Multi-Max model.  The MM20 weighs just less than 6 pounds and is 17.25 inches in length.  The Dremel MM20 currently sells for…

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DEWALT Rolling Miter Saw And Planer Stand DWX726

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT Rolling Miter Saw/Planer Stand, model DWX726 This miter saw stand is designed to fold up and roll around similar to a two wheeler dolly. The DEWALT Rolling Miter Saw And Planer Stand DWX726 has a three-position pneumatically assisted raising and lowering position and is easy to set up. The stand weighs 67 pounds and is…

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DEWALT 20 Volt Lithium-Ion Compact Drill GIVEAWAY

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT 20 Volt Lithium-Ion Compact Drill Driver , Model DCD780C2 The folks at DEWALT are giving away a 20 Volt compact drill driver to one of my readers.   The winner will be announced in time for and be able to receive this tool just in time for the Christmas holiday. I plan on reviewing this tool…

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Holiday Tool Buying Guide 3

By Robert Robillard

Since starting AConcordCarpenter I am constantly asked for my recommendations for tool gifts.  The simple answer is not always that simple. People are funny when it comes to tools.  Based on the suggestion of a friend, I’ve compiled a list of great gift ideas of the tools and products that I have tested and reviewed. …

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Little Giant SumoStance 28 Fiberglass Extension Ladder

By Robert Robillard

The  Little Giant SumoStance is a step above! The folks at Little Giant recently sent me a Little Giant SumoStance 28 Fiberglass Extension Ladder to review and evaluate.  Coming home to see a 28 foot box on your front steps is a site to see.  Opening that box is nothing short of a comedy act! I…

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Job Site Radio Comparison

By Robert Robillard

Which Job Site Radio Is Best? Recently a debate among fellow carpenters on the job site over which job site radio was the best lead me to take a closer look at three major manufacturers. I chose to look at four radios from three manufacturers:  Milwaukee, Porter-Cable and DEWALT. Milwaukee Job Site Radio, Model# 2790-20   …

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