Monthly Archives: November 2009

Hacksaw, Handles & Blades – No You Don’t Know How To Use One.

Posted on November 30, 2009 by Paul

Share Hacksaws, Handles & Blades Hacksaws are one of the most common hand tools.  Nearly everyone owns one, and if you don’t have one, you need to buy one.  Hacksaws are inexpensive and very economical to use.   But most of … Continue reading →

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Impact Driver – It’s not what you think.

Posted on November 22, 2009 by Paul

Share What is an Impact Driver? This is the perfect tool if you are going to drive a lot of screws, say build a deck or drywall a room.  An impact driver will greatly speed up a large construction project. … Continue reading →

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A New Category of Tools – Impact Driver Sockets and Bits

Posted on November 20, 2009 by Paul

Share There are dozens of “kits” available from all the manufactures that have hex drive screwdriver bits in them. They work well in your screwdriver and fairly well in your cordless drill, but when you use them in your new … Continue reading →

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Awl – Scratching and Poking Your Way To Perfection

Posted on November 15, 2009 by Paul

Share What is an Awl? Awl is simply a long pointed spike (2 to 6 inches) with a handle attached. An awl is a tool you can use to mark wood for cutting and drilling.  You can use it to … Continue reading →

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