Wes Bartosik is a Connecticut native with strong family ties to the construction world. Wes’ father and grandfather both were builders and developers and taught Wes the values of doing things right from an early age and getting hands on experience with every facet of the construction industry. Wes apprenticed with a carpenter throughout high school and would later attend Central Connecticut State University earning a bachelor’s degree in construction management all while working for a large excavation contractor throughout. Wes would go on to work for a local heavy-highway construction company and gain further experience with all the skilled trades associated with large civil engineering and utility projects. Though working as a manager now, Wes’ true passion is working in the field alongside the tradesman and laborers on site. Wes has been involved in community based service projects throughout his life as well as emergency services. In his spare time he takes on serious DIY projects for himself, friends and family. He is a firm believer that with a quality tool in your hands and some grit, you can accomplish anything.
By Wes Bartosik
Makita 40V MAX XGT 1/2″ Mid and 3/4″ High Torque Impact Wrench Review The 40V MAX XGT tools are Makita‘s flagship professional-grade cordless tools. This tool review will examine the 1/2″ Mid-Torque Model GWT07Z and 3/4″ High-Torque Model GWT01Z impact wrenches. The Makita XGT impact wrenches are powerful but refined and comfortable to use. They […]
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By Wes Bartosik
ECHO DCS-5000 56V eFORCE 18″ Chainsaw Review Echo‘s latest battery chainsaw offering is a powerful and well-thought-out performance monster. This tool review will examine the Echo DCS-5000 56V eFORCE chainsaw and compare it to Echo’s previous offerings. In 2020 ToolBoxBuzz published our first Best Cordless Chainsaw Head-2-Head. During that testing, the legacy Echo 58V saw […]
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By Wes Bartosik
Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt Cordless 10″ Table Saw Review Metabo HPT is updating and improving venerable tools from the old Hitachi line. The Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt cordless 10″ table saw is a great example of this. This tool review takes a look at the Metabo HPT Model #C3610DRJQ4 MultiVolt Table Saw. Metabo HPT […]
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By Wes Bartosik
Makita Model GSA01Z 40V XGT Dust Blower Review The cordless dust blower was one of the first tools Makita introduced with their new 40V MAX XGT line. Originally I was curious about what the Model GSA01Z would bring to the table for Makita’s new high-performance battery platform. However, after using the blower during the review […]
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By Wes Bartosik
RIDGID 18V LED Model R8699 Spotlight Review This tool review features the new 18V LED cordless spotlight from RIDGID. The model R8699 is a Home Depot exclusive offering that features a max output of 3,200 lumens of light. That is an incredible amount of light output in a compact package. Overall I am very impressed […]
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By Wes Bartosik
RIDGID 3 Gallon 18V NXT Vacuum Model HD0318 Review RIDGID is a name that is synonymous with shop vacuums and other site cleanup tools. The new Model HD0318 NXT cordless 18V 3-gallon wet/dry vacuum was announced for 2022. This latest offering combines a proven design and platform with RIDGID’s 18V lithium-ion battery system to produce […]
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By Wes Bartosik
Stihl MSA 220C-B 16″Cordless Chainsaw [2-Year Look-back] In September 2020, ToolBoxBuzz published our Best Cordless Chainsaw Head-2-Head test. The Stihl Model MSA220C-B cordless chainsaw shined as our overall winner during this test. It produced impressive results in our cutting testing as well as impressed the entire crew with its ergonomics and compact design. The professional […]
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By Wes Bartosik
Weather Guard Saddle Box Model 127-6-03 Truck Toolbox Review This tool review features the newly redesigned saddle box truck toolboxes from Weather Guard. The model shown is the Model 127-6-03 aluminum saddle box in a gunmetal gray finish. This is not the same diamond-plate box you are accustomed to seeing. Weather Guard has brought incredible […]
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By Wes Bartosik
DEWALT Model DCMWSP255 2X20V MAX* Cordless Mower Review This year DEWALT added a new model to their cordless battery-powered lawnmower lineup. This tool review will focus on the new DEWALT Model DCMWSP255Y2 2x20V MAX* cordless mower. This mower features a rear-wheel drive self-propelled operation system powered by the proven 20V MAX* battery platform. Additionally, the […]
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By Wes Bartosik
ECHO CS-7310P Gas-Powered Chainsaw Last year, ECHO announced the new CS-7310P gas-powered chainsaw. This saw is touted as ECHO’s most powerful chainsaw available in North America. With a 73.5cc engine, the CS-7310P is breaking into the category of large (70cc+) professional-grade saws for tree felling or large wood processing. This is not a saw intended […]
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