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2+ hour, 35+ min ago (569+ words) There's a lot more to the latest Milwaukee impact driver bit sets than what the original Shockwave sets had to offer. I'm walking you through the design and technology of the latest generation, plus I'll share the set that's priced to make the perfect last-minute Christmas gift. One of the most noticeable differences in today's Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty bits is what holds them. As usual, all of the bits are stored inside a locking hard-shell case. However, Milwaukee designed the case to perfectly fit inside Packout organizers, letting Packout users store it alongside the rest of their tools and accessories. Another feature I appreciate is the on-tool bit storage. Each accessory row in this set can be detached from the case and fastened onto your M12 and M18 power tools. While it requires sacrificing your tool's belt clip, it means you…...

22+ hour, 41+ min ago (657+ words) Dec 16, 2025 Stuart Discuss Heated discussions come up in the comments section every so often, where American tool users either complain about the glacial pace of adoption, or opine on how inches, pounds, and other such units are just fine. 30 years ago, I was taught as a kid that metric units would be the future standard in the USA. So" when's that happening? There are 1,000,000 mm in a km. How many inches in a mile? Um" A recipe calls for 3/4 cup of flour. You want to make half a batch. That's" how many tablespoons? (Why are we still baking with volume anyway, weights are so much better!) How many ounces are in 3.4 pounds? I need a calculator to tell me 3 lbs 6.4 oz. Meanwhile, the range in temperature from 68F to 72F feels quite different. That's 20C to 22.2C. I prefer the resolution of Fahrenheit. Scientific…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (671+ words) Keen Utility Liberty work boots bring a fresh take to the brand's well-known comfort and durability. The Liberty has been around for a while, but the 90" heel version I'm reviewing is a new option. Are they as comfortable as our favorite models? And what stands out about the design? Now that I've had a chance to wear them for a while, I'll share the key design elements that set these boots apart, along with some fitting and comfort notes so you can decide if they're the right fit for you. Looking for more options? Check out our'best work boot recommendations'of the year! Keen takes pride in using quality components for their boots, and their Liberty work boots are a perfect example of this. Like many of Keen's work boots, these employ a full-grain barnyard-resistant leather upper. This leather is flexible…...

1+ day, 11+ hour ago (1919+ words) Dec 15, 2025 Stuart Discuss Here's a very limited view of my home office workbench " don't mind the mess you can see, I've been cleaning and reorganizing things. The frame is made from black-anodized 80/20 t-slot extrusions that I ordered precut and machined for anchor fasteners. Here's a sketch from the planning stage in 2017 " see Brainstorming: How to Make Best Use of a Corner for a Workbench or Tool Cabinet. Let's go back further. This is what I started off with " a bolt-together concept that I made some plywood drawers for. From there, I reused some parts (mainly the legs), and went with anchor fasteners for a neater look and a little better vertical space efficiency. I found this image from 2022 " I think that's when I finally installed a connected worktop and finished the side panels. The corner remains unfinished " I'll put a…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago (236+ words) Dec 15, 2025 Stuart Discuss Klein Tools appears to have discontinued select ModBox tool boxes, with no word as to why, or whether there will be any replacements or updated models. So far, this move appears to have impacted all of their full-size tool boxes that feature a closing lid. All of their original tool boxes now show the same message. "This product is no longer in production." Milwaukee Tool's patent infringement lawsuit against Klein Tools has progressed, with the legal complaint based on how Klein allegedly adapted patented Packout features. Today " 12/15/25 " was set by the court as a deadline for both brands to report whether the United States International Trade Commission delivered final determination about the matter. Maybe that has something to do with things. Or maybe the costs were too high " these Klein ModBox products are manufactured in China and are…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago (240+ words) Looking for a last-minute holiday gift for the DIYer in your life? Lowe's is currently running a deal on Craftsman tools that lets you choose two free bare tools when you buy a V20 RP Brushless 2-Tool Combo Kit! Let's review the tools included in this deal and the savings you can expect. Right now, you can get two Craftsman bare tools for free when you add a CMCK2530C2 combo kit to your cart at Lowe's. Here are the tools you can choose from: Depending on which two tools you select from the list above, you can receive up to $238 in value! This deal is only running for a couple more weeks'it expires on January 7th, 2026. Be sure to take advantage of it before then to get your two free Craftsman tools! Use the button below to view this deal at Lowe's. Just…...

1+ day, 23+ hour ago (206+ words) Dec 15, 2025 Stuart Discuss I'm burnt out from tool deals posts, but these seemed too good not to share. Let me know if you want more tool deal mentions with little chitchat. There are a bunch of other late-season deals, but right now I'm in my "it's got to be really good, the bar is set very high" post-Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals-avoidance period. Lowe's $100 gift card for $90 at Amazon " if you're going to spend some money at Lowe's anyways, this essentially saves you $10. The deal is for a physical gift card that takes time to ship to you. Home Depot Tool Deals of the Day " lots of cordless power tool deals and more featuring Dewalt, Milwaukee, Ryobi, and others. Some of the deals are great, others are ho-hum. Amazon has the Dewalt planer package for $649, and the rolling stand…...

2+ day, 2+ hour ago (698+ words) 2025 is another great year in the books! At Pro Tool Reviews, we've performed hands-on testing on dozens and dozens of tools over the course of the year. As always, there were standout products that generated more attention than others. The numbers don't lie, and we've gathered the most popular articles into one list so you can see what PTR readers were most excited about. Without further ado, let's get into the countdown! We had previously reviewed the Assert knife back in 2023, but when Gerber announced a variation with a MagnaCut steel blade, readers took notice. Coupled with Josh McGaffigan's firsthand experience, this review takes a closer look at how the blade steel upgrade affects this popular model. Inverter generators are useful to have in case of emergencies, natural disasters, or even home energy independence. So, why would our Editor-in-Chief replace…...

3+ day, 2+ hour ago (981+ words) We've been making some changes to my son's bedroom. Now that he's graduated from high school, he's working on his A&P (airplane mechanic) and pilot's licenses, and his old setup wasn't working for him. First, we upgraded his workspace to the Flexispot E7 Plus Max Standing Desk, and at the same time, we decided to add the Flexispot Kana Japanese Joinery Bed. I'll walk you through what we've learned and help you decide if it's worth adding the next time you're ready to refresh a bedroom. One of the primary features that drew me to this bed was that it required no tools to assemble. Seriously, forget the hex wrenches, screws in awkward corners, and cammed out heads. You don't have to deal with those frustrations. As a Japanese joinery design, the majority of the bed simply slips together. Once…...

3+ day, 20+ hour ago (1080+ words) Dec 13, 2025 Stuart 3 Comments It's the end of the year, the transitional period between peak holiday deals and regular content seasons. There are still plenty of tool deals, but the "WOW, that's a great bargain" ones either ended or sold out, and you probably don't need to be reminded about the best of the rest. I spend some time this part of the year recovering and doing some ToolGuyd housecleaning " literally and figuratively. The image above is of the Husky Pro mobile workbench I reviewed a few years ago. You can still buy it from Home Depot, but only in black. Before we get into things, Does anyone know someone at META that can potentially help a friend? Their business Facebook page was taken over by scammers, and every round of support has led to "we don't see a problem." It…...