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Craftsman 12 Volt Lithium-Ion Auto Hammer

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Craftsman Auto-Hammer The other day I saw a demonstration of a really cool new tool that will find its way into many workshops! We’ve all seen the popular palm nailers so this new auto hammer is an extension of the idea. This innovative new auto hammer is a cordless tool that allows you to install…

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Nail Jack Nail Puller

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Nail Jack – Cool Tool So I keep hearing about this great nail puller called the Nail Jack. Pulling nails is one of my least favorite things to do especially with how well pneumatic nailers sink nails today! This really cool tool makes it much easier to pull stubborn nails. What I like best is…

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Fein Universal Cutting Blades

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Fein Multimaster Tool Blades Recently I wrote about the Fein Multimaster tool which has become an extremely popular multi-purpose tool for any workshop. Well if you already own this great tool then you may be in the market to buy additional cutting blades for it. You can find a great selection and great prices on…

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Recommended Home Improvement and Construction Tools

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

Every day readers ask me to recommend home improvement and construction tools. So I’ve decided to start a list of the tools that I use and recommend. Over time I’ll continue adding tools in different categories so you should be able to find a recommendation or two for most any tool you’re looking for advice…

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Bessey BTB30 30-Piece Bar Clamp Set

By Todd Fratzel on Hand Tools

Bessey Clamps My wife says I’m addicted to clamps. She may be onto something because I’m a firm believer that no work shop will ever have too many clamps. Having said that if you’re a serious DIY or wood shop type of person then you know that Bessey makes some of the best clamps on…

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Paper Vs Plastic | Battle Of Collated Nails

By Todd Fratzel on Product Reviews

Paper Collated Nails If you use pnuematic nail guns then you know collated framing nails typically come held together in strips by plastic or paper. Over the years it seems as though the plastic collated nails have dominated the market place with very few manufacturers offering the paper version. However, recent changes by some manufacturers…

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Rockler CNC Shark and Shark Pro

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

CNC Shark & Shark Pro Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has announced the introduction of two CNC router tables the Rockler CNC Shark Pro Routing System and the Rockler CNC Shark Routing System. Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has always been a great place to purchase the latest woodworking tools and hardware. Last week they sent out…

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Fein MultiMaster FMM 250Q Top

By Todd Fratzel on Power Tools

LIMITED TIME ONLY! Save $50 with a rebate from now until December 27th!! This is sure to be one of the most popular gifts for serious DIY’ers and Contractors. Get a $50.00 rebate by mail with the purchase of select Fein MultiMasters. Fein MultiMaster FMM 250Q I’ve been reading and hearing lots of great reviews…

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