https://www.old.toolrank.com/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/images/stories/toolrankcom_100x358.png https://www.old.toolrank.com/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/videos/the-second-best-woodworking-video-ever-made-201403101600/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/videos/the-second-best-woodworking-video-ever-made-201403101600/ Not that the following video is any less awesome than "The Best Woodworking Video Ever Made", it's just that that video came out first, and this video came out second. Again, like the first, this woodworking video was shot using stop-motion animation. Not only is the video production amazing, but you can see this woodworker has some real woodworking skills. ]]> Mon, 10 Mar 2014 07:08:00 -0500 1600 2014-03-10 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/videos/original/01/a4/45/JPL3kJPsVdA-v1394435304.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/keter-introduces-a-3-tier-cantilever-organizer-201403061598/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/keter-introduces-a-3-tier-cantilever-organizer-201403061598/ Keter is the maker of those popular cantilever organizers and toolboxes that you for sale at the Home Depot, or as part of a Kreg Jig kit. Keter offers them in a few different sizes and configurations, but up until now they have all been 2-tiered models. Well that has all changed. The Keter Canti Trio is based on the same design as the 2-tired models but with an extra level and all the hardware needed to make the cantilever design work. Two metal latches on the front keep all three levels secure while in the closed... ]]> Thu, 06 Mar 2014 10:31:00 -0600 1598 2014-03-06 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/2c/59/c4/17198033-canti-trio-52-1394101900.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/studpop-magnetic-stud-finder-review-201403051597/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/studpop-magnetic-stud-finder-review-201403051597/ Studpop is a new stud finder design that uses a magnet to locate the studs in your walls. Using magnets to find studs is nothing new, not only have I been using this method for years, but it is also my method of choice. Typical magnetic stud finders are not perfect though, but Studpop seems to have found the solution. To find wood studs using a magnet, what you are really doing is finding the metal screws or nails that are used to fasten the drywall to the walls or ceilings. While this... ]]> Wed, 05 Mar 2014 09:47:00 -0600 1597 2014-03-05 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/d8/19/32/Studpop-1-61-1394012853.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-37-off-rockler-s-bench-cookie-plus-master-kit-201403031596/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-37-off-rockler-s-bench-cookie-plus-master-kit-201403031596/ While Rockler's popular Bench Cookie Plus Master Kit normally sells for just under $64, it has come to my attention that it is currently on sale for only $39.99. The Plus Master kit not only includes a set of non-slip router cookies, but also a few different accessories that extend their versatility. I want to give you fair warning that this deal is so hot that it is currently oversold; but don't worry, you can still place your order and reserve the kit. The Bench Cookie Plus Master Kit includes a total of (8) Bench... ]]> Mon, 03 Mar 2014 08:58:00 -0600 1596 2014-03-03 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/53/e4/88/Rockler-Bench-Cookie-Plus-Master-Kit-42-1393837093.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/blaklader-bantam-kangaroo-vest-review-vest-to-impress-201402261595/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/blaklader-bantam-kangaroo-vest-review-vest-to-impress-201402261595/ I can't imagine that the average tradesman, donning a well worn pair of work pants along with a comfortable tee-shirt, thinks about fashion while putting on a pair of rugged boots. And a GQ kinda guy I am not—even off the job site—but when I tool-up with my Blaklader Bantam Kangaroo vest, invariably someone will notice and ask, "Where'd ya get that work vest?" Framers, cabinet installers, and even electricians seeing the Blaklader vest note its practical use for their trade (in addition to its fashionable appeal). Any tradesman can appreciate the breast pocket array, great for... ]]> Wed, 26 Feb 2014 21:44:00 -0600 1595 2014-02-26 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/1f/d7/b5/Blaklader-Vest-4-61-1393451128.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/new-husqvarna-smartswitch-keyless-riding-mowers-201402251594/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/new-husqvarna-smartswitch-keyless-riding-mowers-201402251594/ In response to user demand, Husqvarna is introducing a new SmartSwitch operator interface on select RZ series Zero Turn Mowers and GT series garden tractors. One key feature of SmartSwitch equipped Husqvarna mowers is that they do not require any keys. People asked that Husqvarna make their riding mowers easier to start, so they gave them a system that is completely keyless. But don't worry, your mower is till protected by a programmable access code. Doing away with keys also eliminates the possibility of draining your battery dead by leaving the keys in the ignition. After a... ]]> Tue, 25 Feb 2014 22:56:00 -0600 1594 2014-02-25 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/92/07/96/Husqvarna-SmartSwitch-34-1393369087.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/rockler-introduces-new-t-track-stops-201402241593/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/rockler-introduces-new-t-track-stops-201402241593/ Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has introduced T-track Stops, a new accessory that adds more versatility to the Rockler T-Track Table and other T-track setups. Their low-profile design allows them to hold materials in place while leaving the top surface available for sanding, surface planning, or any number of other woodworking tasks. "These T-Track Stops are quick and easy to use for a wide variety of work-holding applications," says Steve Krohmer, Rockler's Vice President of Product Marketing. "The fact that they leave plenty of clearance for the use of hand and power tools makes them invaluable... ]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2014 10:34:00 -0600 1593 2014-02-24 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/a6/a4/f0/Rockler-T-Stops-46-1393238491.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/new-1-inch-rotary-hammers-with-anti-vibration-from-makita-201402201592/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/new-1-inch-rotary-hammers-with-anti-vibration-from-makita-201402201592/ Makita is expanding their line of AVT (Anti-Vibration Technology) rotary hammers to include a 1-inch Pistol-Grip Model (HR2611F) and a D-Handle Model (HR2621). Both hammers offer 3-mode operation for rotation only, hammering with rotation, or hammering only to match your application. AVT is an internal counter balance system that Makita developed to help reduce vibrations. Every time the drive piston in the tool moves, a counterweight moves in the opposite direction to cancel out the vibrations that would normally be caused. Secondly, there is an integrated damper spring at the base of the bolt that absorbs vibrations... ]]> Thu, 20 Feb 2014 21:34:00 -0600 1592 2014-02-20 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/0c/8e/8c/HR2621-HAS-2-93-1392932105.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/bosch-introduces-new-12v-max-brushless-drill-drivers-201402181591/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/bosch-introduces-new-12v-max-brushless-drill-drivers-201402181591/ Let's face it, we all like the idea of smaller, lighter tools, but we also don't want to sacrifice on power. Bosch's new line of 12V Max Brushless drill/Drivers promise to deliver on both. With brushless technology the tool can offer more and weigh less. In fact, Bosch claims their PS221/4-inch hex drill/driver, and PS32 3/8-inch drill/driver are the lightest, most compact tools in their class. Both models offer two speed operation: 0-400 RPM and 0-1,300 RPM, and feature on-board lighting and extra bit tip storage. Besides the drill chucks, both models are... ]]> Tue, 18 Feb 2014 10:54:00 -0600 1591 2014-02-18 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/4a/07/58/PS22-hero-88-1392720872.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-stack-on-sb-18-parts-organizer-201402141590/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-stack-on-sb-18-parts-organizer-201402141590/ Good small parts organizers are surprisingly expensive, and since the last small parts organizer deal was so well liked, I thought I would share another one with you. Amazon has the Stack-On SB-18 on sale for only $5.88, a savings of about 50%. The SB-18 is a 17 compartment organizer with a see-through snap-lid and removable dividers. The way the fixed walls are laid out, it is probably best suited for long skinny parts and/or small parts. It has great reviews on Amazon and it comes with a 5 year limited warranty. BUY... ]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2014 00:09:00 -0600 1590 2014-02-14 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/55/ad/0d/Stack-on-sb-18-42-1392336590.jpg