Robert Robillard is a remodeler, general contractor, and principal of a carpentry and renovation business located in Concord, Massachusetts, and serves as the Editor of Tool Box Buzz and founding editor of A Concord Carpenter . Rob is in charge of our Tool and Product Review - Tool and Product Review - Video Channel, , where we post all of our tool reviews and video tutorials. Rob enjoys using his knowledge and experience to help and educate building professionals as well as DIYers on best practices in the remodeling industry. The Concord Carpenter's motto: "Well done is better than well said!" : Read more about Rob
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By Rob Robillard
Metabo HPT 18V 5-Inch Random Orbital Sander, model SV1813DAQ4 The folks at Metabo HPT have been stepping up their game this past year, this time they’ve introduced a new brushless 18V Random Orbital Sander. The Metabo HPT 18V Random Orbital Sander. The 18V Random Orbital Sander is part of the expanding MultiVolt System of 18V […]
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By Rob Robillard
Milwaukee REDLITHIUM USB Neck Light Milwaukee Tool continues to innovate the trades, this time they released a new rechargeable REDLITHIUM USB Neck light. So, the neck light started as a product for auto mechanic trades, Snap-on and Matco make neck lights too, mechanics use them while working in dark spaces of vehicles. I know what […]
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By Rob Robillard
UWS Crossover Truck Toolbox Review The folks at Real Truck recently sent me their UWS Crossover Toolbox to install in my 2018 Chevy Colorado and review it. First Impression The toolbox was well packaged. Real Truck ships for free to 48 states and double boxes the toolbox to prevent damage. Once unpacked my very first impression was […]
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By Rob Robillard
DEWALT ATOMIC Compact Series 23 GA Pin Nailer, DCN623 Review The Dewalt 20v pin nailer is one of the newest cordless releases to come out of Dewalt for carpenters. We were excited to see Dewalt continuing to add to their finish nailer lineup, and hope this is the start of a Gen 2 update on their […]
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By Rob Robillard
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3″ x 18″ Belt Sander 2832-20 Review We were super excited to see the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Belt Sander released recently. Milwaukee has been slowly providing battery-powered solutions to replace traditionally corded carpentry and remodeling tools. As a remodeling carpenter, I’m excited when I see releases like this and am paying close attention. […]
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By Rob Robillard
Senco 3-1/2” 34° Paper Tape Framing Nailer FN91T1 Review I recently reviewed the Senco Framing Nailer FN91T1 on a whole house remodel I was doing. This new Senco nailer is a 30-34° pneumatic nailer capable of handling 2- 3-1/2” smooth, ring and screw shank style nails. First Impression First impressions are important. To me, the […]
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By Rob Robillard
EGO 56V Cordless 21″ Select Cut Lawn Mower LM2156SP Review By Ben Carmichael There are certain tools that make a chore a chore, there are those that make a chore endurable, and then there are those that make a chore not a chore anymore. For me, that was the EGO 56V Cordless Select Cut Mower. […]
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RYOBI 18V ONE+ HP 6-1/2″ TRACK SAW PTS01K The new Ryobi 18V track saw arrived in our shop a month ago and we’ve been using it prior to this review. We immediately recognize that this saw will appeal to DIY’ers because it takes up less space, is easier to use, and is safer than a […]
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By Rob Robillard
Milwaukee Releases NEW TOOLS for 2022 We recently attended the 2022 Milwaukee Pipeline event to preview the recent tools releases and updates for Qtr. 2. Most of these tools will come out in August or October 2022. Below is a sampling of just some of the products released by Milwaukee! M12 – New Generation 3 […]
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By Rob Robillard
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 6 ½” Plunge Track Saw PACKOUT 2831-21 Kit Last week they announced the long-awaited Milwaukee track saw. This cordless saw is powered by the M18 FUEL battery and has a 6 ½” blade. There’s no denying that Milwaukee has been late to the game with carpentry tools, but they usually don’t […]
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