Milwaukee M12 Copper Tubing Cutter Model 2471-22 Review

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee® M12 Copper Tubing Cutter The folks at Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation sent me their M12 Copper tubing Cutter, Model # 2471-22 to evaluate.  The M12 Copper Tubing Cutter, specifically designed for cutting copper with the speed and versatility that plumbers, mechanical contractors and re modelers require.We brought it into the shop to play with then…

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Dremel Trio 6800

By Robert Robillard

Dremel Trio Model 6800 Tool Review Whenever my brother had a special need for a special tool his first thought was “I’ll use my Dremel rotary tool.”  I had never used a Dremel Rotary tool before but I had used other rotary cut out tools for various drywall, plywood and tile cuts. First Impression: When…

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Holiday Gift Guide

By Robert Robillard

A Concord Carpenter’s Holiday Gift Guide Hmmm the holidays…….  Need that perfect gift for your determined Do-It- Yourselfer? I’ve got you covered.  I’ve spent the last year reviewing a slew of interesting and useful tools from the newest gadgets to the classic must have in your tool box! Gifts that Make Work Easier, Faster and…

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Post Leveling Tool

By Robert Robillard

  Fence post and column level On a recent porch rehab project I had to replace the two bottom newel post.  If you ever had to replace a porch newel post or set a new mail box post or column you know that you need three hands and two levels! columns, newels and mailbox posts…

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DEWALT 1-3/4″ SDS Max Combination Hammer Review

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT 1-3/4″ SDS Max Combination Hammer Kit D25602 with SHOCKS® & CTC® Recently I visited DEWALT’s testing and training facility in Maryland: the Black and Decker University – a very interesting place for anyone who likes tools!  While there I had the opportunity to meet  Jeff Beck, Product Manager for rotary and demolition hammer drills.  I…

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The Pulverizer Multi-Purpose Tool

By Robert Robillard

The Pulverizer Multi-Purpose Concrete & Demolition Tool Review The Pulverizer is a hand held solution for heavy-duty demolition projects for professionals, concrete form contractors and DIYers Jackson®, an Ames True Temper® brand and a leading manufacturer of non-powered, industrial-strength digging, striking and material handling products, recently sent me a Pulverizer to review. First Impression: The Pulverizer…

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Work Sharp WS3000 Sharpener

By Robert Robillard

Work Sharp WS3000 Tool Sharpener Review How often have you put off sharpening a chisel because you’re in the middle of a big project and you didn’t want to take the time? I do it all the time, I’m lazy, in fact I procrastinate sharpening so much that I eventually run out of sharp tools…

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PORTER CABLE Random Orbital Sander

By Robert Robillard

PORTER CABLE Random Orbital Sander 97455 Review   PORTER-CABLE recently sent me their Low Profile Random Orbital Sander #97455 to evaluate.  I had heard that this sander had a new and improved “ENDURATECH™ ” motor technology.  This technology is supposed to improve productivity, durability and control of the tool.  I was curious to see if it lived up…

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