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Skil Hd6740 1/2" Drill: varaible speed powerhouse

Tue, 1 Sep 2009 03:17:02 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author toolaholic - I bought the skil hd6740 drill used as it is no longer avaible. It is rare for a spade handle drill to have variable speed. This is useful for starting holes or driving fasteners. Most spade handles are used strictly for mixing so they forego...

Hitachi C10FR 10" Jobsite Table Saw: I thought it would be a better saw

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:52:40 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author joshinvb - I bought this thinking it would get the job done. I spent some time and looked what else was out there and was on a budget. But if I had it to do over again after 6 months of use, I would have bought something different. Hatachi is famous for having the...

Sog Switch Plier: Light weight, light duty

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:11:09 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author nonesuch773 - The SOG Switch Plier is a lightweight multi-tool centered around pliers, with a good assortment of other tools, with the unique feature being the ability to deploy the pliers one-handed. I found the file and bit driver to be particularly useful,...

Craftsman 16 gal. Wet/Dry Vac, 6.0 hp, with Blowing Port 17777: Craftsman 16 gallon wet/dry vac

Mon, 5 Jan 2009 04:09:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author michelle7898 - I was given this Craftsman 16 gallon wet/dry vac as a gift last year. My brother gave it to me after I saw how good his worked and hinted that I had wanted one for our house and cars. I saw him using it and couldn;t resist commenting on it. It seemed to...

Craftsman 3-1/2 ton Heavy Duty Garage Jack 50145: fail

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 11:37:37 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author austin6996 - Mine failed. I am not sure if it is because I stored it standing on end.I am trying to find a manual to see.It will lift the weight of its own arm but not budge my car. It worked fine till then.It acts like its not pumping...

DeWalt Heavy-Duty 4300 Watt Gas Generator - DG4300: Reliable Workhorse

Tue, 9 Dec 2008 16:58:11 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author usworker - This unit has been in service for me during three to four summer months while building an off-grid home. It runs all day, every day, idles when in low use and is ready when we use the skill saws, table saws and drills. I then put it on a truck and drive...

Hitachi C10FR 10" Jobsite Table Saw: This product is a stain on the Hitachi reputation.

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 11:56:30 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author mikey01h - I purchased this saw because of my previous experience with Hitachi products and the low price. Many Hitachi products have been underrated (in my opinion) and I have had very good luck with almost all their products. This product defiantly dose not...

Hitachi C10FR 10" Jobsite Table Saw: Hitachi c10fr 10"

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 16:46:47 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author jym007 - For the price this saw is much better than one of the small table top saws but it is not really intended for industrial use.Great amount of features and it has been very helpful to me a handyman. I have used it to cut hardielank, make build in...

Craftsman Torque Wrench, 3/8 in. Drive 44596: 3/8 & 1/2-inch versions break the same

Sun, 9 Nov 2008 18:21:58 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author drmartydvm - Have owned both 1/2" and 3/8" drive versions: Both broke within 2 years of purchase at the adjusting lock ring, made of plastic. The warranty is only 1 year, not the standard Craftsman lifetime, or satisfaction guarantee warrantee. Save...

Tradesman 8035B Benchtop Table Saw: Great Saw for the Price

Sat, 8 Nov 2008 01:52:50 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author dz1959 - I purchased my saw about two years ago from Lowes and found it pretty much ready to go out of the box. I did set the blade and fence with a square, tighten some bolts, but have had excellent perfor
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Craftsman 16 gal. Wet-Dry Vac, 5-1/2 hp, Low Profile with Blower Port and Bonus Accessories 17796: Dang! it sucks

Thu, 2 Oct 2008 19:44:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author hoovervac - This shop vac is great it operates quietly and sucks up the debree in a second the hose is nice and long its very useful and will last you a pretty long time its very heavy duty and good for men who like to build things stools,tables etc. but it will...

Tradesman 8035B Benchtop Table Saw: Poor quality; service and parts not easily accessible

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 16:30:05 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author btowery - The very nice web site identified on the equipment is a dead end. No working phone number for Rexon. I guess I'll start emailing to find parts but due to the dead ends I've already found, I have no confidence that I'll get a response. None of the...

Hitachi C10FR 10" Jobsite Table Saw: Bad Product at a Good Price

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 12:46:57 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author rchadd - I have had my table saw for 4 years now and it has only worked for maybe 1.25 of those years. I had to bring it to a service center about 5 months after buying it because the motor went, well it actually caught fire. After picking it up and using it off...

Craftsman Auto Ranging Digital Multimeter 82028: Works Great!

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 11:15:31 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author bailoa - I use Flukes all day every day and have for 10 years at work. This meter is 95% as good as they are for a fraction of the price. Autoranging works quickly and very well. Nice big display (extra digit traded-off). Perfect for car, house, shop, etc. I...

Craftsman 13 pc. Hex Key Set, Ball End 46754: Craftsman 13 pc Hex Key Set

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 14:54:43 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author George_Chabot - Craftsman 13 pc Hex Key Set These are what we commonly call Allen Wrenches. Nowadays, they call them Hex Keys - I guess it gives them a more technical sound. They are used for turning set screws and cap screws with hex drive flats set into them. In...

Fuller Spring Clamp: Need An Excuse to Buy More Clamps? One-Inch Spring Clamps!

Mon, 7 Apr 2008 11:02:06 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author scmrak - According to a professional woodworker of my acquaintance, the adage that "a man [or woman] can never have too many clamps" is an overstatement. Of course, he says that "a million is a good start." Well, I don't have a million - not even ten...

Skil 18.0 Volts Cordless Drill Kit With Bit Index 2867-02: Skil drills

Thu, 3 Apr 2008 13:28:08 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author mcatron - In the past two years I purchased two of these cordless drills for home use. The first drills battery melted while charging. I called their customer service and they said there was nothing they could do. The second drills battery charger went out after...

Bounty Hunter Sharp Shooter II Metal Detector: Great buy for the money

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 04:12:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author dogcaught - This Machine is the bottom end of the top end (high dollar) machines. It has many more features than most entry level (cheap) detectors, and can keep up with the big dogs. I have had great success relic and coin hunting with the Sharpshooter II for the...

Sharper Image Zytool Multitool with Light and Memo Recorder SI565: Good idea, short on Size and Technology

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 18:58:47 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author excise - Okay, I bought this tool several years ago (2003) to be exact. I noticed that no review was written for this item, so here I am. In theory, the idea is great: integrate several useful tools into a single unit: Timer (i.e. for parking) Flashlight,...

Craftsman 23 pc. Socket Set, Screwdriver Bit 42723: Craftsman Professional 23 pc Socket Bits

Sun, 9 Mar 2008 18:21:39 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author George_Chabot - Craftsman Professional 23 pc Socket Bits These are bits designed to work with a 3/8 inch ratchet handle. The ratchet handle is sold separately. The sockets are 3/8 inch drive and will fit on any 3/8" ratchet wrench, extension bar, or speeder handle...

Craftsman 6 pc. Accessory Set 34389: Accessorize your Sockets: Craftsman 6 piece Accessory Set

Sun, 9 Mar 2008 11:10:34 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author George_Chabot - Craftsman 6 Pc Accessory Set This is a great set of accessories for your 1/2 inch ratchet and socket wrench set from Sears whose lifetime guarantee on Craftsman tools is second to none. I've used the guarantee and they replace any damaged tool on the...

Craftsman Professional 4 pc. Pliers Set, Professional 45193: Craftsman Professional 4 pc Pliers Set

Sun, 9 Mar 2008 10:18:40 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author George_Chabot - Craftsman Professional 4 pc Pliers Set Craftsman has been a respected name in tools for many decades. They are marketed by Sears whose lifetime guarantee has been the strongest selling point for Craftsman based on all the conversations I've had with...

Wagner Power Products HT3000 Variable Temperature Heat Gun with Turbo Cool: Great heat gun, durable, awesome price

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 22:43:11 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author redshiftr1000 - I am a professional window tinter. I've used this heatgun to tint over 200 cars and never had any problems. This gun took plenty of abuse including running on high for long periods of time, and the occasional hard drop onto concrete floors. Other people...

Craftsman PVC Cutter 51254: Sears PVC Cutter

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 14:08:14 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author George_Chabot - Sears PVC Pipe Cutter This tool is sold by Sears and goes under the Empire brand. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) pipe is used today in many applications where plastic pipe can be used, such as drain lines, cold plumbing lines, electrical conduit and...

Pacific Rack & Machine Blade Gauge II BG-2: Great for router table

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 13:57:47 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author woodshopmom - I use this tool all the time for fussy router table setups. Instead of making repeated test cuts, I do the math, adjust the height (within 1/32 of an inch), do one test cut, and I'm ready to go. There are several models of this tool -- MAKE SURE you...