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My Favorite Tools And Accessories
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Vaughan 07170 14-Ounce Dalluge Titanium Hammer, 15-Inch Straight Hickory HandleVaughan 07170 14-Ounce Dalluge Titanium Hammer, 15-Inch Straight Hickory Handle
Buy new: $85.45
Don't let the Vaughan Dalluge 14 ounce weight fool you. This is a lightweight titanium hammer in name only, it's really a heavy hitter in disguise.
Vaughan 99 16-Ounce Professional Rip Hammer, Smooth Face, White Hickory Handle.Vaughan 99 16-Ounce Professional Rip Hammer, Smooth Face, White Hickory Handle.
Buy new: $22.30
This is a well balanced hammer that lets me tear down without tearing up my shoulder, arm and hand.
Vaughan CF2HC 19-Ounce California Framer, Milled Face, Curved White Hickory Handle, 17-Inch LongVaughan CF2HC 19-Ounce California Framer, Milled Face, Curved White Hickory Handle, 17-Inch Long
Buy new: $22.70
I find the balance just as perfect as one would expect of a hammer with the Vaughan name. The curved white hickory handle fits very comfortably in my hand and the 17 inch length gives me a nice extended reach for those places that are hard to get at.
Stanley 58-930 Cushion Grip Nail Set, 3-PieceStanley 58-930 Cushion Grip Nail Set, 3-Piece
Buy new: $8.08
Grip it. Nail it. Set it. With a better grip, longer handle and less vibration the color coded, beveled tips and square design to prevent rolling are all good improvements to a simple tool.
Alltrade 150003 Auto-Loading Squeeze Utility KnifeAlltrade 150003 Auto-Loading Squeeze Utility Knife
Buy new: $12.99
Comfortable to hold, makes blade changing a snap and, although, a bit heavier than my old one, it's ten times better. This is one solid easy to use knife. I liked it enough to by an extra one for me and two others for gifts.
DEWALT DW3970 12-Inch High Tension Hack Saw FrameDEWALT DW3970 12-Inch High Tension Hack Saw Frame
Buy new: $19.99
The best hacksaw around with storage for 10 blades and a great safety grip. It has a quick blade changing mechanism, convenient hacksaw blade storage, high tension adjusting knob, it cuts at both 45 and 90 degree angles, is jab saw capable, has very comfortable grips and, for safety, a removable hand guard.
DEWALT DW3975-10 12-Inch 18 TPI Hack Saw Blade (10-Pack)DEWALT DW3975-10 12-Inch 18 TPI Hack Saw Blade (10-Pack)
Buy new: $14.18
The bi-metal construction features a high speed steel strip welded to a carbon steel backer. This combination provides both durability and flexibility.
McGuire Nicholas 22128 8-Inch Electrician Maintenance ToteMcGuire Nicholas 22128 8-Inch Electrician Maintenance Tote
Buy new: $29.22
Excellent. Includes 4 deep main pockets; total 25 pockets and tool loops; small parts organizing tray. I had to buy two more as gifts or else mine would have been gone for sure!
DEWALT D6100 Heavy Duty Ballistic Nylon Tool BagDEWALT D6100 Heavy Duty Ballistic Nylon Tool Bag
Buy new: $52.45
There are tool bags and then there's the DeWALT TOOL BAG! The size, rugged quality, well configured zippered opening complete with an inside velcro pocket for paper work and the well thought out pocket areas both inside and outside the bag, add up to one awesome heavy duty tool bag geared to let me carry as many tools as I can lift at one time!
Robotoolz RT-3210-1 Single Beam Laser PointerRobotoolz RT-3210-1 Single Beam Laser Pointer
Buy new: $42.69
Precision crafted of machined aluminum.3 precision vials - level, plumb, 45 degree. Magnetic base locks on to metal studs and pipes V-groove aligns unit with pipes.
McGuire Nicholas 22217 Universal Tote 16-Inch Tool BagMcGuire Nicholas 22217 Universal Tote 16-Inch Tool Bag
Buy new: $26.08
Sturdy! Provides easy access to all my tools. Seems everytime someone spots this and looks it over, they want it!
Johnson Level MRK24 Mark-N-Mount Marking ToolJohnson Level MRK24 Mark-N-Mount Marking Tool
Excellent tool! You can hang anything without needing to fine tune your 'hang ups' by moving a nail up, down or over.
Starrett 505A-12 ProSite 12-Inch Dial ProtractorStarrett 505A-12 ProSite 12-Inch Dial Protractor
Buy new: Too low to display
12-inch miter saw protractor with two scales--red "miter cut" scale and black "single cut" scale. Allows direct transfer of the work angle to the miter saw in 3 steps with no calculations.
Black & Decker Roller Cleaner and Handy Painters Tool #C800653Black & Decker Roller Cleaner and Handy Painters Tool #C800653
Buy new: $5.99
Makes paint cleanup a breeze. It's bigger and better than I expected. This is one great little painter's assistant. You'll save paint, time and aggravation all at the same time.
Malco SRT2 Straight Handled Siding Removal ToolMalco SRT2 Straight Handled Siding Removal Tool
Buy new: $4.88
A must have for siding installation and repair and should be in the tool box of anyone with siding installed on their house. It works exactly as it was meant to. We had a length of vinyl siding that had cracked and I easily removed and replaced it using the Malco Siding Tool.
Brentwood Industries ProBoss 6-Cubic-Foot Heavy Duty Wheelbarrow #PW6DBrentwood Industries ProBoss 6-Cubic-Foot Heavy Duty Wheelbarrow #PW6D
The Brentwood has a sturdy, big pan, flat free air tires and stands up to heavy duty use. It's much easier on my back than any single wheel one I've used. Worth the extra do-re-mi.
Black and Decker MS550GB Mouse 5 Amp Detail Sander /Polisher with 41 Piece Accessory PackBlack and Decker MS550GB Mouse 5 Amp Detail Sander /Polisher with 41 Piece Accessory Pack
Buy new: $45.74
This is a good light-duty tool, perfect for the homeowner or handyman. Great combination.
Black & Decker CHS6000 Handisaw Cordless Powered Hand SawBlack & Decker CHS6000 Handisaw Cordless Powered Hand Saw
Buy new: $37.50 / Used from: $28.00
Great tool! Cuts almost anything including thin metal, up to 1-inch wood, plastic, and drywall. This is one great little saw. I used it to trim a metal floor register with no problem. The size was just right for the job. I'd recommend this to anyone.
Black and Decker PD600 Pivot Plus 6-Volt Nicad Cordless Screwdriver with Articulating HeadBlack and Decker PD600 Pivot Plus 6-Volt Nicad Cordless Screwdriver with Articulating Head
Buy new: $25.99 / Used from: $42.00
Excellent! Easy to use! Great features. High speed for drilling, low speed for screw driving, reverses easily, visually highlights working site, removable tape measure, and an articulating head all add up to a great tool!
Black & Decker SZ360 3.6-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Power ScissorsBlack & Decker SZ360 3.6-Volt Ni-Cad Cordless Power Scissors
Buy new: $15.00
Excellent cutting tool, slices like a hot knife through butter. We now have two, one for my wife and one for my tool bag.
Milwaukee 8975-6 Dual Temperature Heat Gun, 11.6 Amp, 570/1000 Degree FahrenheitMilwaukee 8975-6 Dual Temperature Heat Gun, 11.6 Amp, 570/1000 Degree Fahrenheit
Buy new: $66.90
Only weighs 1.6 pounds, has stay cool handles and offers 570 degree and 1000 degree temperature ranges. I sometimes have to deal with frozen water pipes at our cabin, thawing them with this will be a heck of a lot quicker than using my wife's hair dryer! Don't mess around with something not meant for the task at hand, if you need a heat gun this defintely will be one hot bargain!
Dremel 290-01 1.15 Amp 7,200 Stroke Per Minute Engraver includes Letter and Number TemplateDremel 290-01 1.15 Amp 7,200 Stroke Per Minute Engraver includes Letter and Number Template
Buy new: $18.73 / Used from: $15.00
Put your personal brand on your assortment of tools, electrical equipment, entertainment components or personal creations with the Dremel Engraver. It's as easy as writing with a pencil. The letter and number templates make for neater engraving but are not necessary if you have a steady hand and good eyesight!
Porter-Cable PN650 Palm Nailer KitPorter-Cable PN650 Palm Nailer Kit
Buy new: $125.00
Awesome! Packs a punch without punching back.
Palmgren 92101 HipShot 12-Volt Ni-Cad Tankless Cordless Shoulder Strap CompressorPalmgren 92101 HipShot 12-Volt Ni-Cad Tankless Cordless Shoulder Strap Compressor
Buy new: $39.24
Feel like a gunslinger! Ideal for completing small projects, or when you don’t want to drag out the big compressor and hoses, not to mention it's a lot quieter!
Wonder Winder Hand Crank Extension Cord Reel #WW-1Wonder Winder Hand Crank Extension Cord Reel #WW-1
Buy new: $22.42
Reel-y works!
Shop-Vac Hang Up Pro 5-Gallon 4.5 HP Wet/Dry Wall Mounted Vacuum #952-02-62Shop-Vac Hang Up Pro 5-Gallon 4.5 HP Wet/Dry Wall Mounted Vacuum #952-02-62
Buy new: $85.83
Makes cleanup a breeze! Wall mounted with 18' of hose guarantees no more tripping over the vac or the hose!
Delta 36-136 Universal Miter Saw StandDelta 36-136 Universal Miter Saw Stand
Buy new: $169.00
Ultimate in portabibility and versatility. Sturdy, well-constructed, easy to open, close, move and work from. The adjustment level height is great for my son 6'2" and for me 5'10". In looking at miter saw stands I was, to be honest, looking to spend as little as possible but, once I saw this one, read the specs and reviews, it was the only stand I wanted.
Bench Dog 10-001 Table Saw Blade-LocBench Dog 10-001 Table Saw Blade-Loc
It grips a 10-inch table blade firmly while protecting your hands and blade, eliminating the chance of cuts, chipped teeth, and bent blades.
Forrest CM10806105 Chopmaster 10-Inch 80 Tooth ATBR Miter and Radial Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch ArborForrest CM10806105 Chopmaster 10-Inch 80 Tooth ATBR Miter and Radial Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor
Buy new: $117.42
Awesome, awesome blade!
Freud LU98R010 10-Inch 80 Tooth TCG Single Sided Laminate and Melamine Cutting Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor and PermaShield CoatingFreud LU98R010 10-Inch 80 Tooth TCG Single Sided Laminate and Melamine Cutting Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor and PermaShield Coating
Buy new: $76.49
Great blade for cutting laminate flooring.
Boeshield G2870 T-9 Boeshield, 4 oz.Boeshield G2870 T-9 Boeshield, 4 oz.
Buy new: $8.95
T-9 actually loosens rusted parts, and because it won't harm paints, plastics, or vinyls, you can safely use it without having to be extremely precise about where its coverage is going. It will protect your tools for months at a time. It's a small price to pay to protect your investments.
HTC TS-9072 Tool Saver 56-by-72-Inch Large Machine CoverHTC TS-9072 Tool Saver 56-by-72-Inch Large Machine Cover
Buy new: $25.73
The weighted cover stays put keeping my tools protected from rust, dust and grime. The corner magnets hold the cover securely in place.
Peltor Professional Noise Canceling Earmuff #H10APeltor Professional Noise Canceling Earmuff #H10A
Buy new: $16.83
Having just returned from the indoor pistol range, I can say I'm very satisfied with the excellent noise reduction these afforded me. Bought another for any workshop helper to use.
Wilton 17202 7.7 Amp 8-Inch Bench GrinderWilton 17202 7.7 Amp 8-Inch Bench Grinder
Buy new: $150.50
Does the job and does it well.
HTC HGP-10 Bench Grinder StandHTC HGP-10 Bench Grinder Stand
Buy new: $69.99
This is one nifty stand - sturdy, height adjustable and easily leveled.
HTC TS-9056 Tool Saver Machine Cover, Medium (36-Inch x 36-Inch)HTC TS-9056 Tool Saver Machine Cover, Medium (36-Inch x 36-Inch)
Buy new: $18.59
Great vapor barrier. Corner magnets hold the cover securely in place while protecting tools from rust, dust and grime.
Wilton Model WS5 Jaw Width 5-Inch Throat Depth 3-Inch Shop ViseWilton Model WS5 Jaw Width 5-Inch Throat Depth 3-Inch Shop Vise
Buy new: $74.64
I am very satisfied with this vise.
HTC Super Duty Tool Stand - 17in. x 20in. TopHTC Super Duty Tool Stand - 17in. x 20in. Top
Buy new: $119.99
Excellent stand. It holds my vise with room to spare. I use the extra space for any tools I might need at the time.