By Todd Fratzel
Bosch 23 Gauge Pin Nailer The FNS138-23 was introduced at a Media Event in the summer of 2012. I remember being very impressed with the new pin nailer after only a few minutes testing it at the event. Since that time I’ve had the pleasure of using this new pin nailer in the woodshop and […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Small Design Offers Greater Flexibility Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has just introduced the Bench Dog Pocket Push Stick, a small push stick designed to fit in shop apron or pants pockets. The compact size of the push stick enables quick and convenient access, making it easier for the user to work safely during any project. […]
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By Jeff Williams
Ryobi One+ 4-tool Super Combo Kit Review Where you hoping for a big box of power tools under the tree and Santa didn’t deliver? Have a lot of post holiday projects but not a lot of cash to spend on all the tools you need? The Ryobi One+ 4-tool Super Combo Kit may be just […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Porter-Cable Joins the 20 Volt Game It seemed like only a matter of time for the Porter-Cable team to adopt the popular new 20 Volt line that DEWALT has been so successful with over the last year. Today Porter-Cable announced their entry into the newly improved battery design with two new tools including a drill/driver […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Skil Introduces Multi-Use Cordless Screwdriver that Opens Wine Bottles Christmas is officially a week away. This season there are some really great gifts out there for Home Improvement nuts, Contractors and people who love tools. Well the folks at Skil decided to up the ante with a very cool tool that’s perfect for everyone on […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Inspiring Young Builders As a father of two young children I often wonder where life’s path will take them when they fall into a career some day. I also think back to my own childhood and remember watching my dad (a carpenter) work countless hours trying to make ends meet. He would constantly instill in […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Bosch Storage Solutions Bosch recently introduced an entire line-up of storage solutions including their L-Boxx storage containers and the Click & Go system. Research has shown that a large portion of the work day is lost to poor productivity and organization. To help contractors become more productive and ultimately profitable Bosch came up with these […]
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By Jeff Williams
Christmas Giveaway by The Home Depot Christmas is coming up fast and you’re running out of time to get that last minute gift for the tool lover in your life. Know someone who has everything? This giveaway is for you. I bet they don’t have a Ryobi One+ Right Angle Drill (P#241). A right angle […]
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By Jeff Williams
How to give a gift for the audible-calling DIYer in your life Recently I’ve been rebuilding a set of stairs from carpeted pine treads and risers to MDF painted skirts and risers and stained oak hardwood treads and handrails. It is the first step (ha, ha) in preparing our home for our first child. The […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Application Specific SAWZALL® Blades Solve Common Frustrations MILWAUKEE, WI- Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation expands their application specific SAWZALL® blade offering with two new blades. The Ductwork Blade and Drywall Access Blade are focused on eliminating key user frustrations by solving problems often encountered in common applications. The Ductwork SAWZALL® blade has been engineered to specifically […]
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