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RevMark Marker 99-Hour Dryout Test Repeated

August 16, 2017August 16, 2017 Stuart Deutsch

Read the full article here Last week I posted: What happens if you leave a RevMark marker uncapped for 4 days. I started on 8/2, checked the marker on 8/4, and then 8/6, to see if the ink had dried out. I called this a 4-day test. One person, – yes just one – pointed out the flaw in this... Read More

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Bosch 18V Jobsite Blower GBL18V-71

August 16, 2017August 16, 2017 Chris Boll

Read the full article hereIn a market where there are many specific tools for many specific jobs, versatility and efficiency become important qualities when considering your next purchase. With those qualities in mind, Bosch Tools recently released their Bosch 18V Jobsite Blower, incorporating convenient cordlessness into a compact frame. What Bosch Has To Say “The Bosch GBL18V-71 is a professional-grade ... Read More

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Safety Third: Why ATC is So Good For Our Culture

August 16, 2017August 16, 2017 David C. Smith

Read the full article hereMan, is it great to be able to watch music videos and listen to pop music again! I’ve been stuck having to watch Country – which sounds mysteriously like 90’s Pop these days – and 90’s Rock music videos just to give my eyes a break from things that can’t be unseen. And we can ... Read More

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Ryobi Garage Air Inflator Review

August 16, 2017August 16, 2017 Eric Jopp

Read the full article here Quality Performance Value Ryobi made a big splash back in 2016 with their introduction of the Ryobi Garage Door Opener. The opener wasn’t your standard opener, it was so much more. Ryobi designed the system to be modular and grow to your needs. So users can add a fan, Bluetooth speaker, camera and more. Speaking... Read More

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Milwaukee M12 Micro-USB, Car Charger or Solar Power Source

August 15, 2017August 15, 2017 Jay Amstutz

Read the full article here For many years Milwaukee has offered the ability to use their batteries to charge your phone via USB. The current M12 Power Source 49-24-2310 ($27) and M18 Power Source 49-24-2371 ($30) are quickly becoming a staple for pros that have Milwaukee batteries as a great way to charge their devices on the go. This new... Read More

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Have You Used Ergodyne Tool Tethers or Lanyards?

August 15, 2017August 15, 2017 Stuart Deutsch

Read the full article here I set down on a path to learn more about industrial at-height and fall prevention safety gear, and took a detour upon learning about Ergodyne’s tool tether system. Several brands already offer a full selection of tool tether gear, and Milwaukee has a whole new system of their own on the way. What caught... Read More

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Bosch 12V Max FlexiClick Drill/Driver Coming Soon + Preorder Bonus

August 15, 2017August 15, 2017 Stuart Deutsch

Read the full article here Well, that was weird. Last week I saw that the Bosch 12V Max FlexiClick modular head drill/driver was available for preorder on Amazon. This morning, I wondered if I could convince Bosch and their E-Commerce team to offer ToolGuyd readers a $10 discount or similar preorder bonus. I just checked the product page, and there’s... Read More

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Cleaning Blades Is Easy as Pie

August 15, 2017August 15, 2017 A.J. Hamler

Read the full article here Cleaning blades is a necessary, but messy, chore. To keep things neat, I use a plastic pie keeper as a blade bathtub. The sides keep liquid blade cleaner from splashing out, and the container’s plastic construction is gentle on carbide teeth. When I’m done, all of my blade cleaning supplies fit inside for convenient storage.... Read More

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Best Finish for Spalted Maple Outdoor Bar Top?

August 15, 2017August 15, 2017 Chris Marshall

Read the full article here I am building a portable patio bar. Above is a photo of the 2-in.-thick slabs of spalted maple to be used as the 72-in. top. I would appreciate your recommendation on finishing this wood that would leave the color unchanged, be stout enough for a bar top, and endure the Texas heat being on the patio (probably will be... Read More

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Bosch Multi-Grip Brushless Reciprocating Saw

August 15, 2017August 15, 2017 Chris Marshall

Read the full article here Bosch’s new Multi-Grip GSA18V-125 18V EC Brushless 1-1/4-in. Reciprocating Saw combines an advanced handle design with a powerful 18-volt Bosch EC brushless motor and orbital/non-orbital action. Bosch says it provides next-generation corded-like power and optimized user comfort to reduce fatigue in rough cutting and demolition work in pipe, metal or hardwood. The 7.7-lb., 19-in.-long saw’s... Read More

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