Kraft Tool Texture Gun and Hopper #PC501

Thursday, March 15th 2007

A texture gun and hopper setup like the PC501 is useful for quickly covering large surface areas such as drywall. Not only does it give you a nice textured effect, but it effectively hides imperfections, nails, and tape lines in a single application. This alone can save you a ton of time. On the downside, hoppers like this are a little unwieldy. When they’re full of drywall it can be quite heavy-this is not a one-handed operation. On this model,... 

Porter-Cable PTS5 5-Inch Random Orbit Pnuematic Sander not Vacuum with 3/32-Inch Orbit

Tuesday, March 6th 2007

Perfect for professional woodworkers and automotive specialists, this 5-inch random orbit sander packed full of versatility for shaping, forming and fine finishing wood, body fillers, fiberglass and many other surfaces. A maximum operating speed of 12,000 OPM ensures fast removal of stock. A 3/32-inch orbit and random action ensure smooth, swirl-free finishes. A rear exhaust directs air away from the work surface for a finer workpiece. A lightweight,... 

Stanley SFS100K 1/2-Inch to 1-Inch Narrow Crown Stapler

Friday, February 23rd 2007

Not all narrow crown staplers are alike. The Stanley SFS100K has a depth adjustment dial under the trigger that allows the user to adjust the depth drive for different substrates. It also has a convenient bottom load magazine with a reload indicator. The rubber grip is ergonomically designed to reduce the stress commonly associated with heavy use. The narrow crown ¼-inch stapler packs 124 in./lbs. of driving power and can be used for dozens of applications.... 

Campbell Hausfeld TL114100AV 1/4-Inch Pnuematic Die Grinder with Pistol Grip

Tuesday, February 20th 2007

The TL114100AV, angle die grinder’s pistol design is ideal for gasket removal and surface conditioning applications. Extended trigger for ease of operation and increased comfort. Patented balanced ergonomic design for increased comfort during continuous use.

Bosch 1587AVSP Progressor Top-Handle Jig Saw Kit

Thursday, February 8th 2007

Bosch invented the jig saw, and, with their Progressor top-handle model, they’re getting close to perfecting it. The Progressor has a nicely shaped handle, tapered where other saws are not, and a nice rubber grip that lets users (of all hand sizes) steer the tool firmly in hand. (Some toolmakers ignore ergonomics, but not Bosch–and we appreciate it.) The safety mechanism works well with the trigger, and the cut is super smooth. We like... 

Porter Cable 371K 2 1/2 by 14-Inch Compact Belt Sander Kit

Wednesday, January 24th 2007

The 371K belt sander fits in the palm of your hand. The 371K Compact belt sander is the perfect compliment to your heavy duty 3- by 21-inch or 4- by 2inch belt sander. The compact design offers hand held control and features a 2-½ by 14-inch belt for those applications where a bigger bulkier sander won’t work. Whether you’re scribing, chamfering, edge sanding, or doing a small surface prep, you’ll look to this tool to tackle the... 

Porter Cable 371K 2 1/2 by 14-Inch Compact Belt Sander Kit

Sunday, January 14th 2007

The 371K belt sander fits in the palm of your hand. The 371K Compact belt sander is the perfect compliment to your heavy duty 3- by 21-inch or 4- by 2inch belt sander. The compact design offers hand held control and features a 2-½ by 14-inch belt for those applications where a bigger bulkier sander won’t work. Whether you’re scribing, chamfering, edge sanding, or doing a small surface prep, you’ll look to this tool to tackle the... 

Campbell Hausfeld Multi-Purpose Spray Gun Kit

Friday, January 5th 2007

Campbell Hausfeld® IronForce Multi-purpose Spray Gun Kit; Ideal for a wide variety of projects around the home, garage and workshop; Multi-Purpose Sprayer is designed to spray most cleaners and degreasers; General Purpose Spray Gun is designed to work with a variety of materials for most general home project painting; Pistol Grip Blow Gun blows dirt and debris off of your work surface; Inflation Gun with Gauge for adding air to tires while checking... 

Stanley SFS100K 1/2-Inch to 1-Inch Narrow Crown Stapler

Thursday, January 4th 2007

Not all narrow crown staplers are alike. The Stanley SFS100K has a depth adjustment dial under the trigger that allows the user to adjust the depth drive for different substrates. It also has a convenient bottom load magazine with a reload indicator. The rubber grip is ergonomically designed to reduce the stress commonly associated with heavy use. The narrow crown ¼-inch stapler packs 124 in./lbs. of driving power and can be used for dozens of... 

Porter-Cable 333K 2.4 Amp 5-Inch Random Orbit Hook and Loop Sander

Wednesday, January 3rd 2007

Frankly, you can’t go wrong with any of the random orbit sanders made by respected toolcrafters these days; it’s really a matter of brand preference, your budget and what fits your hand most comfortably. This one’s among the least expensive from the big toolmakers, but its features are pretty well matched to its competitors. Its motor is a tad more powerful at 2.4 amps than the crowd, but there’s no discernable difference in use. And like...