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Delta Model 28-400 14 Inch Band Saw Review

Delta 14 Inch, 1 HP Band Saw My new woodshop finally has a band saw and it’s the newly released band saw by Delta, model 28-400 which replaces an older 28-280.  This is a 14-inch bandsaw with a heavy duty 1 HP motor and a refreshing new look compared to the older style band saws […]

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5 Minute Jig: How to build a Bench Hook

5 Minute Jig: How to build a Bench Hook Don’t have much time today but still want to get out and build something in the shop? Take 5 minutes and 3 pieces of scrap and build yourself a bench hook. A bench hook is a great way to hold a work piece in place while […]

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Milwaukee M12 FUEL™ 5/8″ SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Kit

Milwaukee M12 FUEL™ 5/8″ SDS Plus Rotary Hammer Kit (2416-22XC) On Facebook and Twitter yesterday Milwaukee revealed a new tool coming out next month (May 2013). It’s the newest addition to the M12 Fuel line, a 5/8″ SDS Plus rotary hammer kit. It looks similar to the 2412 released earlier but with a faster brushless […]

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Bosch BS 150 + GLL3-80 Kit

Bosch BS 150 + GLL3-80 Kit Option Offers Complete Leveling System Right Out of the Box 3-plane 360-degree line laser plus compact tripod provides an efficient leveling package for professionals Mount Prospect, Ill., April 2, 2013 – Bosch Measuring Tools introduces the BS 150 Compact Tripod combined with an optional kit that includes the GLL3-80 […]

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Milwaukee 4PC Nut Driver Set

Milwaukee® Introduces 4PC Nut Driver Set with Universal Driver Head MILWAUKEE, WI- Milwaukee Tool continues to provide major advancements in Hand Tool design with the introduction of their new Milwaukee 4PC Nut Driver Set. The only tools in this category with universal driver heads, the new Nut Drivers fit 4X more fasteners including Square, Hex, […]

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Bosch Announces New OS50VC Half-Sheet Orbital Sander

Bosch Model OS50VC Half-Sheet Sander Assistant Editor Rob Robillard traveled down to Providence, RI for the JLC Live show. At the show Bosch introduced a new sander for the woodworking segment. Rob had the pleasure of checking it out. The new sheet stander is likely to be a big hit with wood shops and cabinet […]

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Milwaukee M12 Heated Jackets Get Top Marks – Camo and High Visibility

2nd Generation Milwaukee M12 Heated Jackets – Realtree AP™ Camo and High Visibility Milwaukee recently introduced their 2nd generation heated jackets. Along with the previous Red Jacket they are now offering 3 more styles including: Realtree AP™ Camo Jacket High Visibility Jacket Black Jacket The addition of the new colors/styles allow Milwaukee the ability to […]

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DEWALT Launches New Jobsite Radio/Charger for 12V and 20V Batteries

DEWALT DCR015 12V MAX/20V MAX Charger/Radio We’ve been waiting to see his new radio for some time. This latest addition is similar to the older model DC012 which used the old pod style 18 volt batteries. The new DCR015 has been redesigned to work with DEWALT’s new lineup of 12V MAX and 20V MAX  battery  […]

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Stanley Celebrates 50 Years Making PowerLock® Tape Measures!

50 Year Anniversary for the Iconic Stanley PowerLock Tape Measure You’d be hard pressed to find someone in construction that hasn’t owned a Stanley PowerLock Tape Measure! In fact, I’d say it’s one of the most iconic symbols of a tool that hasn’t changed much in the last 50 years. The folks at Stanley are […]

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Bosch RHH181 18V Li-Ion SDS-plus® Rotary Hammer Preview

Bosch Announces Powerful, Next-Generation SDS-plus Rotary Hammer Bosch Power Tools is announcing the next generation RHH181 18V Li-Ion SDS-plus® Rotary Hammer featuring the brand’s innovative CORE brushless technology package and new chiseling functionality to tackle multiple applications with one tool. The new hammer delivers the ideal combination of drilling and chiseling in a light weight […]

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