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Porter-Cable Heavy-Duty Circular Saw Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Porter-Cable  15 Amp Heavy-Duty Circular Saw (PC15TCSMK) Porter-Cable just introduced their new PC15TCSMK, 15-amp heavy-duty circular saw. The PC15TCSMK is a lightweight (9.5 lbs) circular saw with all new ergonomic features to reduce stress and strain on professionals that rely on these type of tools to do their jobs. The folks at Porter-Cable sent us…

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Dust Right Dual Port – Superior Dust Collection

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Superior Dust Collection Dust Right™ Dual Port exclusively from Rockler combines dust collection above and below a router table with a single, standard 4’’ hose. MEDINA, MN (April 13, 2010) – Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has introduced two new dust collection components that expand the patented Dust Right system to the router table. The Rockler…

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DeWalt DC827KL Impact Driver Review

By Todd Fratzel on Product Reviews

DeWalt Cordless XRP™ Li-Ion Impact Driver Kit We recently had the pleasure of testing the DeWalt DC827KL 18-Volt XRPTM Li-Ion Impact Driver. The XRP™ Lithium Ion impact driver features a battery designed with Lithium Ion cells that provide users with increased battery durability and cycle life, offering 2,000 recharges. The battery is compatible with the…

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Snap-on SuperGrip Glove Review

By Todd Fratzel on Product Reviews

SuperGrip – Silicone Grip Palm Gloves The folks at Snap-on sent us some of their new gloves, SuperGrip, to try out and review. Snap-on is known for making top notch tools for the automotive industry. When they asked if we’d like to try their new gloves we jumped at the chance knowing the quality of…

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Rockwell LithiumTech Cordless Combo Kit Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Rockwell LithiumTechTM RK1801K2 18-Volt Cordless Combo Kit The folks at Rockwell sent us some of their new LithiumTech cordless tools to test. We just tested the RK1801K2 18-Volt Cordless Combo Kit that includes an 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Drill/Driver and an 18-Volt Lithium-Ion Impact Driver along with a great carrying case and battery charger. The line of…

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Top 5 Must Have Power Tools

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Tools & Products

This is a popular post that we’ve run here several times and thought it was worth updating. Enjoy! Must Have Power Tools I’ve had a couple of people ask me what basic power tools should they buy for basic home improvement projects or a new workshop. I’ve listed my Top 5 Must Have Power Tools…

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Paslode PowerBoost Black Tip Coated Nails | Review

By Todd Fratzel on Product Reviews, Tools & Products

Paslode PowerBoost Black Tip Coated Nails The folks at Paslode recently sent us their new PowerBoost coated nails to use in our CF-325 Cordless Framing Nailer. The new PowerBoost Black Tip Coated Nails are designed to provide extra driving power without the need to create a heavier more powerful nail gun. These nails were designed…

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Porter-Cable Multi-Base Router Kit Review

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools, Product Reviews

Porter-Cable 895PK Multi-Base Router Kit The folks at Porter-Cable recently sent us the 2-1/4 HP Multi-Base Router Kit (Model 895PK) to evaluate and review. For as long as I can remember I’ve watched lots of talented carpenters pull out their Porter-Cable routers to create some impressive wood working pieces. So we were really excited to…

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