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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 19, 2026

Tool of the Week: Milwaukee M18 FUEL STRIKER Hammer Chisel Kit

Tool of the Week: Milwaukee M18 FUEL STRIKER Hammer Chisel Kit

In the spirit of our Trade of the Month (mechanics) and with Milwaukee Pipeline still fresh, what better tool is there to highlight than the Milwaukee M18 FUEL STRIKER Hammer Chisel?Air hammers have handled suspension work for years. They also come with a compressor, an air hose and the occasional battle when that hose catches on everything between the toolbox and the lift.The M18 FUEL STRIKER cuts those strings. ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Aug 17, 2026

Milwaukee PIPELINE 2026 Recap: Acme Tools Goes Hands-On With the New Releases

Milwaukee PIPELINE 2026 Recap: Acme Tools Goes Hands-On With the New Releases

MILWAUKEE --- Acme Tools took over Milwaukee Pipeline for the day, and it didn’t disappoint.The team explored Milwaukee Tool’s headquarters and was shown the best of Milwaukee's newest releases. They shot some content and also gave away some hats while they were at it. The best part was that they even got to demo some of the tools. ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

How to follow Milwaukee Pipeline 2026

How to follow Milwaukee Pipeline 2026

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 is underway. From new product launches and upcoming tool announcements to firsthand event coverage, Acme Tools is keeping you updated throughout the day.Use this guide to find exactly what you are looking for. ... Read More

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Klein Tools Tags:

Aug 20, 2026

Klein Tools’ New Voltage Tester Shows More Than a Simple Yes or No

Klein Tools’ New Voltage Tester Shows More Than a Simple Yes or No

Most voltage testers are the same: stick the tip near a wire, wait for the light, and listen for the beep. It’s like playing Simon Says, but with electricity.That works, but the Klein Tools NCVT7 Non-Contact Voltage Tester adds something more useful: a visual indication of signal strength. ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 Bucket 2: New M18, M12, PACKOUT and BOLT Products Announced

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 Bucket 2: New M18, M12, PACKOUT and BOLT Products Announced

Milwaukee did not play it safe with Bucket 2.An M18 refrigerator that can freeze, a 15Ah FORGE battery, two new jobsite fans and a PACKOUT hand truck rated for 400 pounds are all on the way. Milwaukee also announced a new rolling tool chest and two BOLT welding hoods, pushing its cordless, storage and safety systems into entirely new territory.These products are not available yet, but Milwaukee has now shared key details about what users can expect.Here is your first detailed look at what is coming next from Milwaukee Pipeline 2026. ... Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

Aug 10, 2026

DEWALT Black & Yellow 2026: New Tools, Big Reveals and What’s Coming Next

DEWALT Black & Yellow 2026: New Tools, Big Reveals and What’s Coming Next

DEWALT pulled out the red carpet for its Black & Yellow Creator Event to Baltimore, August 4–6, giving attendees a close look at new tools, upcoming products and the engineering happening behind the familiar yellow housings.Some of the DEWALT tools showcased in Baltimore are already listed at Acme Tools. Others aren’t available yet. And a few things were revealed that DEWALT isn’t ready to discuss publicly.Put it all together, and Black & Yellow 2026 offered a pretty good look at where DEWALT is heading next. ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

Milwaukee Pipeline New Products Launch

Milwaukee Pipeline New Products Launch

Milwaukee PIPELINE has always been about what comes next. Today, “next” becomes right now.The latest wave of Milwaukee PIPELINE 2026 releases is here, and there’s a little bit of everything in this drop. A cordless hammer chisel built to replace a pneumatic setup. New M18 HIGH OUTPUT batteries. Smarter hand tools for miserable-to-reach fasteners. Better bits for hard tile. Even a new generation of cut-resistant gloves.Some are major additions to the Milwaukee lineup. Others solve those small, daily annoyances that tradespeople know all too well.Here’s your first look at what just landed. ... Read More

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Aug 12, 2026

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 Preview: This Week?

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 Preview: This Week?

Milwaukee Tool does not save its biggest announcements for a quiet product-page update.It puts the tools in front of contractors, lets people see what they can do and calls the whole thing Pipeline.Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 is approaching, bringing another round of power tools, hand tools, storage solutions, accessories and jobsite equipment. Several products have already been announced, but Milwaukee has indicated that more releases are coming.For contractors, mechanics, electricians, plumbers and dedicated tool fans, it is one of the most important events on the calendar. ... Read More

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Klein Tools Tags:

Aug 10, 2026

Find the Stud, Skip the Guesswork: Klein Tools Edge-to-Edge Stud Finder

Find the Stud, Skip the Guesswork: Klein Tools Edge-to-Edge Stud Finder

As a new homeowner, you will quickly discover that almost every wall project begins with the same question: Where is the stud?Guess correctly, and the shelf stays level, the television stays mounted and the garage rack holds what it is supposed to hold. Guess incorrectly, and you are left with an extra hole and a sudden interest in learning how to patch drywall.The Klein Tools Edge-to-Edge Stud Finder makes that first step easier. It detects wood and metal studs, using LED indicators and audible alerts to identify the first edge, center, and second edge. Instead of finding one vague ... Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

Aug 11, 2026

Tool of the Week: DEWALT 192-Piece Mechanics Tool Set

Tool of the Week: DEWALT 192-Piece Mechanics Tool Set

A repair rarely stops because the problem is too complicated. More often, work comes to a halt because the correct socket is nowhere to be found.The DEWALT 192-Piece Mechanics Tool Set (DWMT75049) helps prevent that familiar problem. With three ratchet sizes, SAE and metric sockets, deep sockets, specialty socket bits and extension bars, it gives professional mechanics and home garage regulars a strong foundation for everyday repairs.That makes it an easy choice for our mechanics-themed Tool of the Week. ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

Milwaukee Pipeline - 2026 New Products so far

Milwaukee Pipeline - 2026 New Products so far

An air hose disappeared. Four batteries began charging at once. A 10-1/4-inch saw went through 4x material in one pass. Lunch warmed itself.Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 is still ahead, but Milwaukee has not been waiting for the event to start releasing products. Several new tools and PACKOUT additions are already available or open for preorder, giving us an early look at where the lineup is heading.These products stretch across automotive repair, carpentry, pipe trades, safety equipment and jobsite storage. They serve different crews, but they are aimed at the same problem: time lost to setup, cleanup, charging, searching and waiting.Here ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Aug 10, 2026

8 Left-Handed Tools for International Left-Handers Day

8 Left-Handed Tools for International Left-Handers Day

Left-handed people spend plenty of time adapting to a world that was apparently designed without consulting them. Spiral notebooks dig into their wrists, scissors refuse to cooperate and controls regularly appear beneath the wrong thumb.Tools can create the same frustrations. Switches may favor one hand, grinder housings can block a comfortable grip and tool belts sometimes place everything on the wrong side.International Left-Handers Day, often called National Left-Handers Day, takes place August 13. It is the perfect time to recognize tools designed specifically for lefties, or at least built without assuming every user is right-handed.Here are eight left-handed and ... Read More

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FLEX Tags:

Aug 11, 2026

FLEX 24V 3-Inch Mini Grinder Kit: Big Cutting Power for Tight Spaces

FLEX 24V 3-Inch Mini Grinder Kit: Big Cutting Power for Tight Spaces

A full-size grinder is great until the cut is behind a pipe, against a wall or wedged somewhere your hands barely fit. At that point, more tool is not necessarily better. It is just more tool to wrestle with.The FLEX 24V 3-Inch Mini Grinder/Cut-Off Tool Kit is made for those jobs. It delivers up to 20,000 RPM in a compact design that can cut, grind and surface material without taking over the entire workspace.Tradespeople get a maneuverable option for quick cuts in cramped areas. DIYers get a complete starter kit that does not require a separate battery, charger or ... Read More

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Bosch Tags:

Aug 7, 2026

Bosch L-BOXX Contractor Rack and Standard Tool Box: Build a Smarter Mobile Workshop

Bosch L-BOXX Contractor Rack and Standard Tool Box: Build a Smarter Mobile Workshop

Tool storage has a way of becoming a stacking contest.The box you need is usually at the bottom. The lid cannot open until everything above it moves. Then one case slides across the truck bed during the first sharp turn.The Bosch L-BOXX Contractor Tool Box Rack offers a cleaner approach. It holds two compatible L-BOXX tool cases in one secure unit, making them easier to organize, transport and remove individually.Pair the rack with the Bosch L-BOXX Contractor 170 Standard Tool Box, and the system starts to feel less like a pile of cases and more like a mobile workshop. ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 4, 2026

Milwaukee 107-Piece SAE and Metric Tap and Die Set Covers Both Sides of the Thread

Milwaukee 107-Piece SAE and Metric Tap and Die Set Covers Both Sides of the Thread

Threading jobs have an annoying habit of multiplying.One damaged fastener leads to another. Then the next repair uses a different size. Eventually, the project switches from SAE to metric just to keep things interesting.The new Milwaukee 107-Piece SAE and Metric Tap and Die PACKOUT Set is built for that reality. It combines 34 straight-flute taps, 34 1-inch hex dies and a broad selection of threading accessories in one organized system.At the center is Milwaukee’s HEX-LOK 2-in-1 Handle, which handles both internal and external threading without requiring separate handle systems. ... Read More

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Husqvarna Construction Tags:

Aug 6, 2026

Charge Four Batteries at Once With the Husqvarna 40-C1000X4

Charge Four Batteries at Once With the Husqvarna 40-C1000X4

A crew can own plenty of batteries and still spend part of the day waiting for one to charge.The problem usually is not battery capacity. It is having too many packs lined up for too few chargers.The Husqvarna Construction 40-C1000X4 36V 4-Bay Charger addresses that bottleneck by charging as many as four compatible Husqvarna BLi-X 36V batteries simultaneously. It is designed to travel between the shop, jobsite, work vehicle and trailer, giving professional crews one place to manage several batteries.Fewer chargers. Fewer tangled cords. Fewer arguments about who returned the dead battery. ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Aug 1, 2026

Trade of the Month: Mechanics

Trade of the Month: Mechanics

Most people do not think about their mechanic when the car starts every morning. They think about their mechanic when it does not.But when your car starts making sounds not even music can cover up, a dashboard light starts ruining the commute, or a “quick brake job” uncovers three other problems. Mechanics are the people expected to find the issue, explain it clearly and get everything moving again, often while working around rust, tight spaces and parts that refuse to cooperate.For August’s Trade of the Month, Acme Tools is recognizing automotive mechanics, diesel technicians, fleet mechanics and the dedicated ... Read More

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Bosch Tags:

Jul 29, 2026

Tool of the Week: Is the Bosch REVOLVE4000 Rotary Laser Kit Worth Buying?

Tool of the Week: Is the Bosch REVOLVE4000 Rotary Laser Kit Worth Buying?

On a small indoor project, being off by a fraction of an inch is annoying. On a foundation, drainage run or large grading job, it can get expensive.The Bosch 18V REVOLVE4000 Connected Rotary Laser Kit is built for work where accuracy must carry across a large site. It combines long-range leveling, dual-axis slope control and field calibration in one complete package, tripod, receiver, grade rod, battery and all. ... Read More

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Bosch Tags:

Jul 28, 2026

One Case, Eight Sizes, Fewer Trips to the Truck: The Bosch 12-Piece Hole Saw Set

One Case, Eight Sizes, Fewer Trips to the Truck: The Bosch 12-Piece Hole Saw Set

Most hole-saw problems are not dramatic. They are just expensive in small, irritating ways.You grabbed the wrong size. The teeth stop cutting halfway through a metal box. A hot material plug wedges itself inside the cup. Five minutes later, you are digging at it with a screwdriver while the rest of the job waits.The Bosch Professional Electrician Bi-Metal Hole Saw Set is designed to reduce those interruptions. It puts eight commonly used sizes into one portable 12-piece kit, with each hole saw built for faster cutting, easier plug removal and longer service life.It is made with electricians in mind, ... Read More

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Metabo HPT Tags:

Jul 29, 2026

Buy the Saw, Get the Setup: Two FREE Metabo HPT Sawhorses

Buy the Saw, Get the Setup: Two FREE Metabo HPT Sawhorses

Buying a miter saw is exciting, until you realize you still need somewhere to set up your project and support all the boards you plan to cut.This limited-time Metabo HPT deal helps solve that problem. When you purchase the qualifying Metabo HPT 10-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw from Acme Tools, you receive a two-pack of Metabo HPT heavy-duty sawhorses free. The sawhorses are automatically added to the cart with a qualifying online purchase.That means you are not only getting a new saw but also the start of a complete cutting setup. ... Read More

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Metabo HPT Tags:

Jul 25, 2026

What Can You Do With the Metabo HPT 18V Compact Heat Gun?

What Can You Do With the Metabo HPT 18V Compact Heat Gun?

A heat gun is useful anywhere controlled, concentrated heat can make a job easier. The Metabo HPT 18V Compact Heat Gun combines a wide temperature range with cordless convenience, allowing it to handle electrical, remodeling, automotive and packaging applications without requiring a nearby outlet.Its temperature adjusts from 86°F to 1,022°F in 18°F increments. Two heat and airflow stages provide additional control, while the illuminated LCD shows the selected temperature and remaining battery charge. ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Apr 7, 2026

Milwaukee Tool vs Wiha Last Brand Standing 2026 Championship Game Results

Forget the busted brackets and the office pool payouts. You thought the madness was over? The real championship tip-off didn't happen on a polished hardwood floor. It went down in the trenches, in the mud, and inside the toolboxes of hard-working Americans across the country. We just witnessed an absolute bloodbath of a 24-hour title fight, and when the dust settled, we finally got our Milwaukee vs Wiha last brand standing results. ... Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

Apr 6, 2026

Power The Whole Crew: DEWALT Multiport Charger & Power Controller Review

Power The Whole Crew: DEWALT Multiport Charger & Power Controller Review

We all know the worst part of running a massive jobsite is dealing with the rat's nest of extension cords and the constant fight over who gets to use the charger next. Nothing kills your crew's momentum faster than waiting around for dead batteries to juice back up. You're burning daylight and losing money. It's time to overhaul your setup completely. Enter the new DEWALT charger and power controller lineup. These two are engineered to take that disorganized pile of dead batteries and turn it into a streamlined, high-speed charging station that keeps everyone working. Let's break down exactly why ... Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

Apr 6, 2026

DEWALT Vinyl Siding Adapter Transforms DCN45RN Roofing Nailer Into Siding Tool

DEWALT Vinyl Siding Adapter Transforms DCN45RN Roofing Nailer Into Siding Tool

Let's be completely honest for a second. One of the worst feelings on a jobsite is staring at a truck full of specialized, expensive tools that only do one highly specific thing. You drop serious cash on a premium roofing nailer, use it to crush a roof repair, and then it just sits in its box collecting dust until the next shingle blows off in a storm. That ends today. DEWALT just dropped a massive game-changer that completely rewrites the rules for your exterior loadout.Instead of forcing you to buy a dedicated siding gun, the new DEWALT vinyl siding ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Apr 6, 2026

UND Fighting Hawks Local Support: UND Heads To The Frozen Four In 2026

UND Fighting Hawks Local Support: UND Heads To The Frozen Four In 2026

We usually spend our time talking about the raw power of impact drivers, the precision of miter saws, and how to keep your jobsite running like a well-oiled machine. But today, we are talking about ice, grit, and absolute dominance. Right here in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the exact same frozen soil where Acme Tools was born and raised, the UND Fighting Hawks are putting on an absolute clinic.For generations, this hockey program has been the heartbeat of our community. Now, they're reminding the entire country why North Dakota is the undisputed capital of college hockey. We're taking a quick ... Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

Apr 6, 2026

24-Hour Flash Sale: Trending DEWALT Tools Are Now Heavily Discounted

24-Hour Flash Sale: Trending DEWALT Tools Are Now Heavily Discounted

We know you have a jobsite to run, a shop to organize, or a massive backyard project that has been staring you down all spring. Stop dragging your feet and stop paying full price for the yellow-and-black gear you need to get the job done right.Shop Our DEWALT 24-Hour Flash Sale Now! ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Apr 2, 2026

Dirt Monkey Acme Tools Store Tour (6 Years Ago)

Dirt Monkey Acme Tools Store Tour (6 Years Ago)

Six years before anyone knew what supply chain chaos looked like, a contractor walked into an Acme Tools store with a camera and zero idea what he was about to witness. This wasn't your typical big-box hardware experience where half the shelves are empty, and the only employee is arguing with someone in the lumber aisle. This was a full-blown tool paradise that made grown professionals lose their minds over nail eaters, backpack sprayers, and thousand-dollar impact wrenches. The Dirt Monkey at Acme Tools footage captures what happens when you give contractors unlimited access to every brand and every ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Apr 2, 2026

Milwaukee 2-In-1 1,000V Insulated Flip Shank Multi-Bit Screwdriver

Milwaukee 2-In-1 1,000V Insulated Flip Shank Multi-Bit Screwdriver

Electricians have been dealing with the same annoying choice for decades: carry a dozen screwdrivers or waste time swapping bits while standing on a ladder. Milwaukee just said "enough" and engineered a screwdriver that flips between Phillips and slotted without requiring you to dig through your pouch or drop anything. The new Milwaukee multi-bit screwdriver isn't reinventing the wheel. Still, it's making the wheel a whole lot less frustrating when you're working hot and need insulated protection that meets standards instead of just claiming to. ... Read More

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CRAFTSMAN Tags:

Apr 2, 2026

CRAFTSMAN V20 Drills Get Power Boost & Ergonomic Upgrades For 2026

CRAFTSMAN V20 Drills Get Power Boost & Ergonomic Upgrades For 2026

CRAFTSMAN just decided to stop playing nice with the competition. The brand that's been quietly grinding away in the value power-tool space just dropped a refresh of its V20 drill lineup that's got 20% more power, a slimmer profile, and a price tag that won't make your accountant cry. If you've been waiting for a reason to finally replace that beat-up drill that sounds like a dying lawnmower, April 1st just became your new favorite day of the year. ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Apr 2, 2026

Last Brand Standing 2026 Round 4 Results: Milwaukee & Wiha Punch Their Tickets To The Finals

The gloves are off, the dust has settled, and we've got ourselves a championship matchup that nobody saw coming. Milwaukee Tool just steamrolled STANLEY in the semifinals. At the same time, Wiha quietly dismantled FEIN to set up what might be the most lopsided David vs. Goliath battle in Last Brand Standing history. Round 4 is in the books, and if you had "precision German hand tools versus the red power tool empire" on your bracket, you're either a savant or a liar.Shop The Last Brand Standing Event Now! ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Apr 1, 2026

How-To Navigate April’s Biggest Tool Sales: The Ultimate Stacked Savings Shopping Guide

How-To Navigate April’s Biggest Tool Sales: The Ultimate Stacked Savings Shopping Guide

Forget the spring cleaning checklist your spouse handed you. The real priority this April is upgrading your arsenal without draining your bank account. You know that feeling when you find a twenty-dollar bill in an old winter coat? Magnify that by about a hundred. We are talking about the absolute holy grail of retail: double dipping. Right now, we are running one of the most insane Acme Tools special events we have ever put together. The Stacked Savings event means we took premium gear that was already marked down and slapped a second massive promotion right on top of it.Shop ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Apr 1, 2026

April Is Landscaping Month At Acme Tools: Shop The Best Promos Now!

April Is Landscaping Month At Acme Tools: Shop The Best Promos Now!

The calendar just flipped to April, and whether you are running a massive fleet of trucks or are just a hardworking American trying to dominate your cul-de-sac, it is time to face facts. Mother Nature does not care if your old gear is sputtering out, and your clients do not want to hear excuses about flooded engines. That is exactly why we are dedicating this entire month to making sure your trailer and your shed are absolutely dialed in.We are officially taking over the schedule for Trade of the Month: Landscaping. When you hit our landing page, you are going ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 31, 2026

Woodworking With Reclaimed Materials: Tools & Techniques

Woodworking With Reclaimed Materials: Tools & Techniques

Forget the standard Pinterest fantasy. Everyone loves the romantic idea of rustic, century-old barn wood right up until a hidden horseshoe nail explodes a brand new, hundred-dollar saw blade. Woodworking with reclaimed wood is an absolute battle. It is dirty, it is warped, and it actively wants to fight back. But when you get it right? You get undeniable character and a bulletproof, old-growth density that you literally cannot buy off a modern lumber rack. If you are ready to stop making basic upcycled wood projects and start building heritage-quality reclaimed wood furniture, you need a serious game plan ... Read More

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Makita Tags:

Mar 31, 2026

Stop Babysitting Air Hoses: The Complete Guide To Makita Cordless XGT & LXT Nailers

Stop Babysitting Air Hoses: The Complete Guide To Makita Cordless XGT & LXT Nailers

You know what is honestly worse than a lukewarm cup of gas station coffee on a Monday morning? Staring down a massive trim job with a noisy, leaking air compressor that absolutely refuses to hold pressure. We have all played the miserable game of untangling frozen air hoses while trying not to scuff up a freshly painted hallway. It is an outdated way of working, and, frankly, the American tradesman deserves better. Makita has stepped up to the plate and essentially declared war on the traditional air compressor with its cordless nailer lineup. If you want to stop fighting your ... Read More

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Makita Tags:

Mar 30, 2026

Makita GEC01 & GEC03 XGT Concrete Cutters: Gas-Free Power For Professional Concrete & Asphalt Cutting

Makita GEC01 & GEC03 XGT Concrete Cutters: Gas-Free Power For Professional Concrete & Asphalt Cutting

Picture the absolute worst-case scenario on a heavy commercial pour. You are right in the middle of a massive slab cut, the sun is completely beating down, and your gas-powered saw chokes out and dies. Now your blade is pinched, your entire crew is standing around looking at their watches, and you are losing money by the minute while trying to diagnose a flooded carburetor. It's a miserable experience that pros have just accepted as part of the job for decades.Makita believes you deserve better. By unleashing the absolute raw power of their 40V max XGT battery platform, they have ... Read More

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Bosch Tags:

Mar 30, 2026

Bosch Flash Sale: Lock In Massive Bosch Tool Deals Tonight

Bosch Flash Sale: Lock In Massive Bosch Tool Deals Tonight

Let's completely skip the predictable Monday blues intro this time. You are staring down a massive project calendar for the rest of the year, and your current tool bag is looking absolutely defeated. It is time to face facts: you cannot tackle premium jobs with cheap, underpowered equipment. The good news is that we are dropping a massive flash event that instantly puts cash directly back into your pocket. If you want to secure the absolute best Bosch tool deals without completely draining your wallet, you need to pay attention right now because this window is incredibly tight.Shop Our Bosch ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 30, 2026

The Bracket Carnage: Official Last Brand Standing 2026 Round 3 Results

You spent all month talking massive trash on the job site, completely guaranteeing your favorite tool brand would sweep the competition. Well, it is time to face the music: the dust has officially settled, and a lot of you definitely owe your foreman a free lunch. We witnessed absolute heartbreakers and massive upsets, but we finally have the official last brand standing 2026 round 3 results locked in.Check out the latest Last Brand Standing news here! ... Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

Mar 28, 2026

New DEWALT Line Laser: 64% More Compact, 3x360° Coverage, USB Rechargeable

New DEWALT Line Laser: 64% More Compact, 3x360° Coverage, USB Rechargeable

DEWALT just made the line laser smaller, faster to charge, and way more useful for anyone tired of lugging around a bulky laser that barely fits between studs.The new DEWALT DCLE14361GB USB Rechargeable 3x360° Line Laser is built for pros who need full layout coverage without the footprint. Three 360° green beams provide complete horizontal and vertical coverage across the room, and it's 64% more compact than comparable models. That means it fits in your tool pouch, slides between studs, and doesn't hog space in your truck.But the real game-changer? USB charging. The internal battery recharges in under 30 minutes ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 28, 2026

Miter Saw Buying Mistakes: How-To Choose The Right Saw The First Time

Miter Saw Buying Mistakes: How-To Choose The Right Saw The First Time

Most people buy a miter saw the same way they buy a car: they walk in with a budget, get sold on horsepower, and drive off without asking if it fits their life. Then reality hits. The saw's too big for the shop. The blade wobbles. The dust collection is a joke. And now you're stuck with a $500 paperweight that can't make a clean cut on baseboard without tear-out.A miter saw is one of the most valuable tools in any workshop or jobsite setup. It manages framing, trim, flooring, cabinetry, decking, and countless finishing tasks with speed and ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Mar 28, 2026

New Milwaukee Wire Stripper: Made In The USA & Built For Electricians Who Actually Use Their Tools

New Milwaukee Wire Stripper: Made In The USA & Built For Electricians Who Actually Use Their Tools

Here's something you don't see every day: a wire stripper that was designed by people who strip wire for a living instead of just guessing what might work.Milwaukee's new 8-20 AWG Dipped Grip Wire Stripper & Cutter isn't trying to waste a lot of time for no reason. It's just doing everything a wire stripper should do, without the usual frustrations that make you want to throw your tools across the room. Clean strips. Easier cuts. Precision-ground holes that don't mangle your wire. V-shaped blades that trap the wire instead of letting it slip out mid-cut. And it's made in ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Mar 28, 2026

New Milwaukee Magnetic Combination Square: 12" Of Precision That Sticks Around

New Milwaukee Magnetic Combination Square: 12" Of Precision That Sticks Around

Milwaukee just did something most hand-tool manufacturers thought impossible: they made the combination square better. Not "better" in the marketing sense, where they slap a new color on it and call it innovation, better. As in, they added rare-earth magnets to the working surface, so the thing doesn't slide off your steel beam mid-measurement, like every other square you've ever owned. It's a small detail that makes a massive difference when you're working solo on a jobsite and don't have a third hand to hold your square in place while you mark.The new 12" Magnetic Combination Square (and its ... Read More

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Mar 27, 2026

First Look: Why The New Milwaukee Pipe Cutter Is An Absolute Game Changer

First Look: Why The New Milwaukee Pipe Cutter Is An Absolute Game Changer

You know exactly how this frustrating story goes. You are wedged into a dark, awkward corner of a basement, trying your hardest to sever a thick piece of stubborn PVC. Your hands are completely cramped, your cheap hand tool is slipping, and when you finally muscle your way through the cut, the pipe loudly crumbles and cracks right at the very edge. Now you get to explain to the homeowner why the water will be shut off for another hour while you fix a completely avoidable mistake. It is a miserable experience that plumbers deal with constantly. But Milwaukee just ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 27, 2026

The Ultimate Playbook For The 2026 JLC LIVE Residential Construction Show Event: STILETTO's Secret Promotion

The Ultimate Playbook For The 2026 JLC LIVE Residential Construction Show Event: STILETTO's Secret Promotion

Let’s cut right to the chase. You don’t need another boring corporate brochure telling you how to walk a convention floor. If you swing a hammer, run a crew, or bleed sawdust for a living, you already know the 2026 JLC LIVE Residential Construction Show event is the absolute undisputed heavyweight champion of regional trade shows. It’s where the real players in remodeling and home building go to see exactly what’s going to make them faster, better, and richer this year. But we aren't just here to talk about the live building clinics and classroom sessions.We’re here to talk about ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 26, 2026

Reconditioning Tools: When It's Worth It: And When It Isn't

Reconditioning Tools: When It's Worth It: And When It Isn't

You've probably heard the pitch before. Reconditioned power tools cost less, perform the same, and come with a warranty. Sounds good until you're three months in and wondering if you should've just bought new.The truth is somewhere in the middle. Factory reconditioned tools can be a legitimately smart buy for contractors managing budgets and DIYers who know what they're doing. They can also be a headache if you don't know what you're buying or who reconditioned it. The difference comes down to understanding what "reconditioned" means, which tools are worth buying used, and when paying full price makes more ... Read More

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Bosch Tags:

Mar 25, 2026

Bosch GKF18V-25 18V Brushless Colt Palm Router

Bosch GKF18V-25 18V Brushless Colt Palm Router

You are staring down a massive slab of premium hardwood that costs more than your first truck. You have exactly one shot to run a perfect decorative edge, and the absolute last thing you need is a heavy cord getting caught on the corner of your workbench and ruining the entire project. Cords are an absolute liability in the woodshop. It is time to cut the tether and step up to the Bosch 18V router, a completely cordless solution that delivers legendary performance without fighting you every single step of the way.Shop All Bosch Routers Now! ... Read More

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JET Tags:

Mar 24, 2026

This JET Bandsaw Does Something Most Metal Saws Can't & It's a Game Changer

This JET Bandsaw Does Something Most Metal Saws Can't & It's a Game Changer

Look, we get it. You've seen a million bandsaws. They cut metal, big whoop. But here's the thing about the JET HVBS-712V that'll make you pay attention: it switches from horizontal to vertical cutting without you having to jerry-rig anything or spend 20 minutes reconfiguring your shop.Chuck, the product training manager at JET, breaks down why this saw is making metalworkers rethink their entire setup. And honestly? After watching this demo, it's clear why contractors are adding this to their wish lists.Shop All JET Band Saws Now! ... Read More

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Mar 23, 2026

Milwaukee Expands Leadership In Carbide Reciprocating Saw Blades

Milwaukee Expands Leadership In Carbide Reciprocating Saw Blades

Let’s talk about the absolute worst sound on an active job site. It is not the foreman yelling, and it is certainly not the relentless backup beeper on a skid steer. It is the sickening sound of a brand new reciprocating saw blade instantly losing half its teeth because you slammed full-speed into a hidden, hardened screw.Demolition is supposed to be fast and violent, but hitting embedded fasteners turns the whole process into a frustrating, time-wasting crawl. Milwaukee is ending that struggle today. ... Read More

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Mar 23, 2026

Last Brand Standing: Round 2 Results

You thought your basketball bracket was busted when that Cinderella team from the Midwest pulled off a massive upset? That is absolutely nothing compared to the complete bloodbath we just witnessed in the tool world. Heavyweights went down swinging, underdogs proved they belong in the big leagues, and the American tradesman walked away with the biggest wins of all.If you are tuning into the madness, here is the breakdown of how we run this gauntlet. We took the top tool brands on the site, threw them into a head-to-head bracket, and forced them to bring their absolute best deals ... Read More

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Mar 22, 2026

DEWALT ATOMIC Grinding & Cutting Tools: Cordless Power Built for Tight Spaces

DEWALT ATOMIC Grinding & Cutting Tools: Cordless Power Built for Tight Spaces

DEWALT just dropped five new ATOMIC grinders and cut-off tools that actually make sense for metalworking in confined spaces. The ATOMIC lineup has always been about delivering professional power in compact packages, and this grinding-and-cutting collection follows the same philosophy. Whether you're running conduit in mechanical rooms, grinding welds in tight corners, or cutting steel in overhead installations, these tools are designed to fit where pneumatic grinders can't and where full-size cordless grinders feel like overkill. ... Read More

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Mar 22, 2026

DEWALT IMPACT CONNECT PEX Crimp Ring Attachment: Turn Your Impact Driver Into a Crimping Machine

DEWALT IMPACT CONNECT PEX Crimp Ring Attachment: Turn Your Impact Driver Into a Crimping Machine

If you've ever spent hours hand-crimping PEX lines on a rough-in, you know the finger fatigue is real. DEWALT saw plumbers and contractors wrestling with manual crimp tools and decided to solve it the way they solve most problems: by letting your impact driver do the heavy lifting. The IMPACT CONNECT PEX Crimp Ring Attachment is a legit productivity upgrade that cuts crimping time in half while saving your hands from the repetitive squeeze-and-check routine. ... Read More

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