Milwaukee Packout Is Great, But This Underrated Alternative Costs A Lot Less

www.slashgear.com: Milwaukee Tools has ranked among the most respected tool manufacturers in the game for several decades now. As popular as the brand's hand tools, power tools, and accessories are in the consumer market, one could argue that the company's tool storage options have become a sort of standard bearer for the entire industry. The brand's Packout storage options have become synonymous with words like "innovative" and "durable."

Harbor Freight's New $70 Icon Long Locking Flex Ratchet Looks Like It Came From Snap-On

www.slashgear.com: Harbor Freight has made its name by providing a wide selection of budget-oriented tools from an assortment of house-owned brands. Part of the way that it's done this is by having these brands manufacture tools with designs that are comparable to those of its most popular competitors, cutting out the middlemen between manufacturer and retailers, and then selling them at a steep discount.

Nick Offerman Told Me That Swinging a Hammer Might Change My Life

Reviews by Wirecutter: This is Nick Offerman delivering an endearingly earnest sermon, over videoconference, about a hammer — an Estwing, to be exact, but we’ll get to that. We’re chatting on the occasion of his latest book, Little Woodchucks: Offerman Woodshop’s Guide to Tools and Tomfoolery, a family-friendly manual for building things like your own toys, a toolbox, or one of those little free libraries. To hear him talk about it, though, maybe the book is also a manifesto about how an implement as humble as a hammer can actually change your life.

5 Of The Highest-Rated Icon Hand Tools You Can Buy At Harbor Freight

www.slashgear.com: There are hundreds of high-quality tools available at Harbor Freight that you can add to your toolbox, and there are a handful that you're better off avoiding. Not only are they high-quality, but they are also distinct and different to fulfil a variety of needs, such as products small enough to fit on your keychain.

These Harbor Freight Parrot Nose Pliers Are A Knipex Alternative — What To Know Before You Buy

www.slashgear.com: For mechanics, DIYers, and anybody else looking for a cheaper alternative to Knipex's famed Raptor Pliers, Harbor Freight's ICON brand has 10-inch Multi Slip-Joint Parrot Nose Pliers that might be worth a shot. Priced at $21.99 and available in-store only, the ICON model gives you many of the same core features as the Knipex 10-inch Raptor Pliers – but at a pretty nice discount.

How Deep Can A Ryobi Circular Saw Cut? Here's What You Need To Know

www.slashgear.com: yobi offers a number of power tools made for cutting a variety of materials. The company's line of circular saws are designed primarily to deliver straight-line cuts in wood products such as dimensional lumber, plywood, oriented strand board (OSB), and the like. Ryobi circular saws can cut through metal, although it's best to use a special saw blade and only cut through thin sheets or softer metal types.

Skil PWRCore 12 Brushless Jigsaw Review JS5833A-10

PTR: I’m a big fan of barrel grip jigsaws and when I saw the Skil PWRCore 12 Brushless Jigsaw came with that design, it went to the top of my priority list. We’ve been using it for a while now and it’s an impressive tool in the 12V class. However, there are a couple of quirks to know about before you pull the trigger.

Modernize Your Jobsite with the MX Fuel Milwaukee Power Supply

Home Fixated: We first heard of Milwaukee’s MX Fuel system during Q4 of 2019. Here on Home Fixated, we had some MX Fuel coverage of it, too. This announcement was (and is) nothing short of groundbreaking. Yes, pun definitely intended there. The initial launch line-up consisted of a 14” cut-off saw, a concrete breaker, a handheld core drill, a 27,000-lumen tower light, a 3600W/1800W power supply, and a sewer drum machine. Of those, only the 3600W/1800W power supply hasn’t been released yet – until now. Tool-ladies and tool-gentlemen, today we’re going to learn about the upcoming Milwaukee Power Supply.

Types of Table Saws | Benchtop vs Jobsite vs Cabinet

Pro Tool Reviews: Many types of table saws exist on the market. When it comes time to buy one, it helps to understand how to choose the best saw for your application. Every serious contractor, home renovator, or do-it-yourselfer will want to have a table saw handy at some point. The many types of table saws can be confusing, but we break them down and show you the advantages and differences of each.

Dremel US20V Cordless Multi-Saw

Pro Tool Reviews: For a compact and easy-to-use multi-material cutting solution, Dremel has introduced the US20V Ultra-Saw. The Dremel Cordless Multi-Saw delivers powerful cutting capability from a 20V Max battery platform while giving you a clear line of sight to your work.

Ryobi HP Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool

Pro Tool Reviews: Ryobi’s High Performance (HP) line of 18V tools has improved performance that rides the line of high-end DIY/entry-level Pro. So far, we’ve looked at quite a few of the tools in the line and been impressed overall. With the Ryobi HP Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool, the brand tells us to expect better performance than their previous 18V multi-tool along with a few other improvements.

Best Corded Reciprocating Saw Reviews 2021

Pro Tool Reviews: Our search for the best corded reciprocating saw led us to two very distinct categories and one that sits between them. Often called by Milwaukee’s proprietary name, Sawzalls, these demolition tools represent a sector that still has a very strong corded presence.

Festool Premium Hand Tools Installation Kit

Pro Tool Reviews: The Festool limited-edition Hand Tool Installation Kit offers an efficient solution for organizing and transporting common hand tools you depend on for installation work. The labeled and organized kit includes a variety of tools neatly stored within a Festool Systainer box. See-through lids make it even more attractive as a solution for woodworkers and serious DIYers looking for a premium set of hand tools.

Ridgid 18V SubCompact 1/2-inch Impact Wrench R87028B

PTR: Ridgid continues to expand its line of SubCompact tools, adding a 1/2-inch impact wrench to the mix. As part of that line, the Ridgid 18V SubCompact 1/2-inch impact wrench (R87028B) brings a key tool for auto mechanics. Our in-house Pros perked up when they heard about this new addition.

Ryobi Cordless One Hand Reciprocating Saw Review

Pro Tool Reviews: The biggest deal about the Ryobi 18V One+ HP Compact Brushless One-Hand Reciprocating Saw (whew, that’s a mouthful!) might just be that Ryobi now has a one-hand model. But the Ryobi PSBRS01 isn’t just a saw that happens to pair with 18V One+ batteries, it’s a complete package that raised our eyebrows compared to some well-known names.

Milwaukee 6T Linear Utility Crimper

Pro Tool Reviews: The Milwaukee M18 Force Logic 6T Linear Utility Crimper provides linemen with a fast and versatile way to crimp. It offers a slim grip and an enlarged trigger designed specifically for use with Class 3 gloves. The handle design also provides excellent balance as well as a 340° rotating head. Overall, this linear crimper looks like it fits in really well with the rest of the Milwaukee tool power utility industry lineup.

DeWalt ToughSystem 2.0 | Major Upgrades for DeWalt Storage

PTR: Tool storage is a huge segment for several manufacturers. While many folks are going to stick the the brand they like, there’s nothing that says you can’t put Craftsman tools in a DeWalt toolbox. That’s why getting it right is such a big deal and why the DeWalt ToughSystem 2.0 makes some significant improvements.

Metabo HPT Cordless Impact Driver Review | WH18DBFL2 Black Edition

www.protoolreviews.com: The Metabo HPT WH18DBFL2 cordless impact driver looks tempting with its $99 kit price. We wanted to know if it’s something serious Pros should consider so we ran it through a series of tests. What we found might just change what you should expect from a budget-friendly impact driver.

Festool Limited Edition Systainer Installer's Set

Pro Tool Reviews: The Festool Limited Edition Systainer Installer’s Set comes across as an interesting solution for tool organization and storage. The four units that make up the system use the T-Loc latching system to keep your tools secure and protected during transport. Festool designed it to provide a turn-key solution for finish carpenters, kitchen installers, millwork installers, and other onsite trade professionals.

Kobalt XTR High-Torque Impact Wrench KXIW 1424A-03

PTR: There’s a handful of Kobalt cordless impact wrenches to choose from and they all have their place in the shop or on the jobsite. None of them have come close to the power we’re seeing from the Kobalt XTR high-torque impact wrench, though!