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/make-your-own-bar-clamps-out-of-wood-201401281579/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/videos/make-your-own-bar-clamps-out-of-wood-201401281579/ Something we learn as a carpenter, or maybe more so as a woodworker, is that we can never have too many clamps. Building up a collection of clamps is usually something that is done over many years, which helps spread out the costs. But if you need clamps now and don't have a bunch of money, there is another option—make your own. One thing you should have as a woodworker is scrap wood, and other than that and a few nuts and some all-thread, it is all you need to build a fully functional F-style clamp. And... ]]> Tue, 28 Jan 2014 21:18:00 -0600 1579 2014-01-28 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/videos/original/a1/38/f1/6iVgNZQbZEE-v1390943927.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/dewalt-announces-new-gas-free-cordless-framing-nailer-201401281578/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/dewalt-announces-new-gas-free-cordless-framing-nailer-201401281578/ DeWalt has always received high reviews for their cordless gas-free trim nailers, and now it seems they are ready to utilize their technology in a more powerful cordless framing nailer. The DeWalt DCN692 will be their first dual-speed gas-free 20V Max Cordless Framing Nailer. Cordless framing nailers are nothing new, but they are usually powered by a combination if gas and battery power. The DeWalt DCN692 relies solely on battery power and therefore reduces costs by eliminating consumable gas canisters. With a dual-speed setting, the new DeWalt cordless framing nailer can drive nails of varying... ]]> Tue, 28 Jan 2014 00:01:00 -0600 1578 2014-01-28 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/ed/e0/64/DCN692B-NB1-87-1390867298.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-porter-cable-7312-offset-base-laminate-trimmer-201401251577/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-porter-cable-7312-offset-base-laminate-trimmer-201401251577/ Amazon has a new lower sale price on the Porter-Cable 7312 Offset Base Laminate Trimmer. It was previously for sale at about $150 but has now been lowered to $125.77. As with all Amazon products its price could change at any time but usually it will stay the same for a couple of days. If you use a laminate trimmer for actually trimming laminate, the offset base laminate trimmer is a must have. While typical laminate bases put you inches away from a perpendicular surface, the offset base allows you to get right up next to the... ]]> Sat, 25 Jan 2014 00:37:00 -0600 1577 2014-01-25 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/ec/ee/9f/Porter-Cable-offset-laminate-trimmer-58-1390610253.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/makita-xsh01z-36-volt-7-1-4-inch-circular-saw-an-ac-replacement-201401241576/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/makita-xsh01z-36-volt-7-1-4-inch-circular-saw-an-ac-replacement-201401241576/ We all know how handy cordless circular saws can be, but we also know that they are usually lacking when it comes to overall power and battery run-time. Makita, continuing to expand their new 2x 18-volt (36V) system, showcased their new 2x Cordless 7-1/4" Circular Saw (XSH01Z) that I am sure addresses some of the cordless circular saw shortcomings that we have all come to know and dislike. There doesn't seem to be a whole lot of information on the new saw, which Makita says will be available Winter 2014. Makita is touting the XSH01Z as a... ]]> Fri, 24 Jan 2014 22:31:00 -0600 1576 2014-01-24 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/32/c0/4e/Makita-XSH01Z-saw-92-1390602712.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/makita-impact-gold-impact-ready-bits-review-201401231575/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/makita-impact-gold-impact-ready-bits-review-201401231575/ A while back Makita sent out a sample pack of their new Impact Gold Bits, Sockets, and Nut Drivers, all of which are rated to handle the high torque that today's impact drivers can deliver. They also sent out some fasteners, some fastening materials and some suggestions on how to put their new impact ready bits to the test. Of course I ignored their scenarios and put the Makita Impact Gold Bits to the test while on the job. While reviewing impact bits might sound like an easy task, actually determining if they... ]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2014 22:55:00 -0600 1575 2014-01-23 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/6e/b4/af/Makita-Impact-Gold-6-51-1390517776.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-dewalt-dw788-variable-speed-scroll-saw-201401211574/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-dewalt-dw788-variable-speed-scroll-saw-201401211574/ If you do a quick search on the internet you will see that the DeWalt DW788 Scroll Saw is going for anywhere from $440 up to $499. So when I saw that Amazon had recently lowered their price to $399.20, I knew I had to share this deal with you. DeWalt's 20-inch Scroll Saw is well regarded by both amateurs and professionals and it has the user reviews to back it up. With a 20-inch cutting capacity, 1.3 amps of power, a variable speed motor, and easy to reach controls, it is no wonder other scroll saws... ]]> Tue, 21 Jan 2014 21:53:00 -0600 1574 2014-01-21 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/6f/f9/fc/DeWALT-DW788-Sale-37-1390341296.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/new-lightweight-magnesium-worm-drive-saw-from-bosch-201401211573/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/new-lightweight-magnesium-worm-drive-saw-from-bosch-201401211573/ Not too long ago Skil came out with a new Magnesium Worm Drive Saw, and people on the internet quickly noticed that it looked less like previous Skil saw designs and more like the worm drive saws by Bosch. Well that news wasn't that surprising considering both brands are part of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation. Now Bosch has announced that they too have come out with a new Magnesium Worm Drive Saw (CSW41), and except for the colors and some branding it looks just like the Skil MAG77LT. So did Bosch copy Skil who copied Bosch, or did... ]]> Tue, 21 Jan 2014 08:59:00 -0600 1573 2014-01-21 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/14/13/ec/Bosch-csw41-worm-4-1390294793.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-free-battery-and-charger-with-bosch-heated-jacket-purchase-201401171572/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-free-battery-and-charger-with-bosch-heated-jacket-purchase-201401171572/ I just spotted a new deal on Amazon where if you purchase a Bosch Heated Jacket, they will include a 12V Battery and Charger Free of charge. As far as I know Bosch doesn't sell their heated jackets as a kit that includes a battery and charger, so this is a great way for non-Bosch owners to get in on the warmth. Follow the instructions on the Amazon promotion page (link below) to claim the Free Battery and Charger. As a side note, the Large and X-Large have reduced prices that can save you an extra $30+.... ]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2014 22:26:00 -0600 1572 2014-01-17 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/d2/36/38/Bosch-heated-jacket-deal-50-1389997585.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/milwaukee-m18-blower-delivers-portable-cleanup-201401171571/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/milwaukee-m18-blower-delivers-portable-cleanup-201401171571/ Milwaukee Tool is expanding their M18 Lithium-ion system even further with the introduction of their new M18 Cordless Compact Blower. Delivering 100 CFM and 160 RPM with a variable speed trigger and three speeds, Milwaukee says the 0884-20 is the most powerful compact cordless blower in its class. Though that shouldn't be too difficult because the class is pretty small. "This is an extremely versatile tool that can improve productivity for users across all trades," says Tom Simeone, Group Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool Corporation. "It has the power and run time to clean up... ]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2014 20:46:00 -0600 1571 2014-01-17 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/1b/b4/2c/0884-20-1-90-1389991573.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-plano-molding-5231-double-cover-stow-n-go-organizer-201401161570/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-plano-molding-5231-double-cover-stow-n-go-organizer-201401161570/ I am going to try something new and try to post more deals on smaller items that may not necessarily be tools, but might be tool accessories or jobsite related items. Hot deals on power tools are great, but it is also nice to score on some smaller items. For our first go we have a Plano 5231 Double Cover Stow N Go Organizer that is regularly priced at $15+ for the low price of $9.99. Plano is one of the go to brands small parts organizers and this particular models looks like it would... ]]> Thu, 16 Jan 2014 23:16:00 -0600 1570 2014-01-16 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/b7/e6/95/Plano-5231-19-1389914197.jpg