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/reviews/dewalt-toughsystem-review-201204021159/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/dewalt-toughsystem-review-201204021159/ I think I have said this before, but when I saw the DeWalt ToughSystem and the features it offered, it was love at first sight. I was already in the market for a modular type storage system/tool box and had been scoping the offerings from the other brands, but the ToughSystem had a complete solution that best suited my needs. The ToughSystem L-Cart (DWST08210) It was really the DWST08210 L-Cart that made the whole system worth it for me. All of the different modular systems on the market are very similar in function, but they... ]]> Mon, 02 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0500 1159 2012-04-02 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/96/24/e2/1159_toughsystem-25-1333342065.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/cool-tools/veritas-dust-extraction-shroud-for-hand-planes-201204011158/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/cool-tools/veritas-dust-extraction-shroud-for-hand-planes-201204011158/ There have been huge safety changes to power tools over these last few years by manufacturers, fueled by consumer demands to cut down on harmful dust particles. Manufacturers are coming out with great new dust extraction advancements each year, but the hand tool category has remained completely untouched. But that has all changed with the introduction of the Veritas hand plane dust extraction shroud. Everything that is in the air has the potential of making its way into our lungs; that includes everything from the smallest of wood particles, to even large wood shavings.... ]]> Sun, 01 Apr 2012 20:05:34 -0500 1158 2012-04-01 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/videos/original/89/e1/62/YCpG3oxyGv4.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/weekend-links/weekend-links-12v-recip-showdown-medical-double-drive-201203311157/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/weekend-links/weekend-links-12v-recip-showdown-medical-double-drive-201203311157/ 12V Recip Saw Showdown, Milwaukee v Bosch v DeWalt v Makita – Coptool Which ultra-compact reciprocating saw is best? Coptool puts the 12V recip saws from the major brands in a head to head battle. They test cutting speed, power, battery life, comfort and more. Check out the review to see who Coptool chooses as the winner. Custom Woodworker Takes on OSHA and Wins – Woodworking Network The big bad OSHA is out there and they just might find you and fine you, even if you did nothing wrong. How?... ]]> Sat, 31 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0500 1157 2012-03-31 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/new-dr-power-chipper-shredders-designed-for-serious-yard-clean-up-201203301156/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/new-dr-power-chipper-shredders-designed-for-serious-yard-clean-up-201203301156/ DR Power Chippers are pretty well known for their construction and durability, but their size and price keeps them out of reach for most home and property owners. The company has recently added a couple of smaller versions of their popular chippers that are intended for home owners in need of serious yard clean up. The new chipper/shredder additions are the 250cc Briggs and Stratton powered DR 11.50 Premier and the 305CC Briggs and Stratton 14.50 Pro. The 11.50 is designed for consumers with occasional chipping and shredding tasks, and can handle garden leftovers, leaves, prunings, and... ]]> Fri, 30 Mar 2012 20:09:52 -0500 1156 2012-03-30 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/9e/fa/47/1156_drchipper14-50-1333138302.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-introduces-4-inch-pocket-reciprocating-blades-for-ultra-compact-saws-201203291155/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-introduces-4-inch-pocket-reciprocating-blades-for-ultra-compact-saws-201203291155/ So you have one of those 12V Ultra-Compact Reciprocating Saws, but how is your supply of blades for the tool? Thankfully most of these compact saws come with a couple of the smaller than usual blades with your purchase, but where do you turn when you have used them up? Bosch wants you to turn to them and their new line of Pocket Reciprocating Saw Blades. Sure you can use the standard 6" or 12" reciprocating saw blade in your ultra-compact reciprocating saw, but that is not really practical. The whole point of these... ]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 19:26:11 -0500 1155 2012-03-29 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/2012-bosch-catalog-outs-new-tools-201203271153/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/2012-bosch-catalog-outs-new-tools-201203271153/ Hat tip to Jay over at CopTool for discovering this one. It turns out the 2012 Bosch Tool Catalog is now available at select tools stores and available online, and hidden inside its paper-thin walls are a few exciting new tools. Jay discovered a new Bosch Laser that is specifically designed to check the levelness of floors as well as a new Bosch wet tile/stone saw. Too bad it looks like the floor level cannot be used on walls. When doing wall paneling, a flat wall is a must and making a wall flat is the hardest part. ... ]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0500 1153 2012-03-27 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/6c/06/4e/1153_bosch-fns138-23-1332816723.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/veto-pro-pac-introduces-new-hvac-tech-series-of-bags-201203271154/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/veto-pro-pac-introduces-new-hvac-tech-series-of-bags-201203271154/ Veto Pro Pac bags have been pretty popular among HVAC technicians, and now it looks like they will have a brand new line of Veto bags that have been specifically designed to meet their needs. The Tech bags have been designed based on user feedback, surveys, and field testing. The difference in the bags is due to the specific hand tools and diagnostic tools that HVAC and other technicians require. The Tech-LC is the first of the new bags. It features a total of 53 pockets that supports tools including hand tools, parts boxes,... ]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0500 1154 2012-03-27 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/videos/original/9f/2b/bf/BXGbEEYdi50.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/makita-intros-rt0700c-compact-router-with-true-laminate-trimmer-base-201203261152/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/makita-intros-rt0700c-compact-router-with-true-laminate-trimmer-base-201203261152/ We have seen in these last few years that people are moving away from bulky tools that do way more than they need from them, and instead are purchasing tools that better match their needs. In response to this, Makita has announced a new 1-1/4 HP Compact Router with multiple base options that should be able to handle most of your jobsite routing needs. The new Makita RT0700C Compact Router features a variable speed motor that delivered 10,000 – 30,000 RPM's at 1-1/4 HP max. Additionally, the motor features an electric speed control that... ]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 07:00:00 -0500 1152 2012-03-26 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/videos/original/b7/28/f5/Gy_AfcTftFw.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/weekend-links/weekend-links-how-veneer-is-made-the-original-all-terrain-table-saw-201203241151/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/weekend-links/weekend-links-how-veneer-is-made-the-original-all-terrain-table-saw-201203241151/ Fastcap Square 'n' Tape – Eat Your Heart Out Swiss Army Knife - HomeFixated Chances are that if you are using a tape measure you probably are using a square as well. HomeFixated reviews a product that combines the two into one. Sound like it could be a time saver; though it probably wont fit in your tape measure pocket. The Original All-Terrain Table Saw - Tools Of The Trade Before manufacturers came out with table saws with built it wheeled stands, or even portable table saws, people that were... ]]> Sat, 24 Mar 2012 00:44:09 -0500 1151 2012-03-24 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/videos/original/7d/74/68/AdYDsIhy2VU.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/strap-loc-helps-keep-your-cargo-straps-from-flopping-in-the-wind-201203231150/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/strap-loc-helps-keep-your-cargo-straps-from-flopping-in-the-wind-201203231150/ Do your cargo straps hang low? Do they wobble to and fro? Can you tie 'em in a knot? Can you tie 'em in a bow? I think we have all found ourselves wondering what to do with all of that extra strapping after we secure our cargo. Bench Dog has come out with a solution, and they call it the Strap-Loc. The Strap-Loc is a pretty simple tool that solves a really common problem. The design features a butterfly shaped body that has slots in it that can accept 1-inch wide... ]]> Fri, 23 Mar 2012 07:05:09 -0500 1150 2012-03-23