Tools of the Trade: Latest Tool Briefs

Dumper Dogg Dump Truck Insert

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:16:33 EST

This bed insert turns a pickup into a dump truck.

Makita LXRM038B Job-Site Radio

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:35:51 EST

This durable job-site radio has a dock that is compatible with most iPods and iPhones.

Wera Diamond Coated Driver Bits

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:38:34 EST

Diamond particles prevent these driver bits from slipping out of screws.

A.R.E SpaceKap Cat

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:37:47 EST

A high-end fiberglass cap that fits into the bed of a pickup.

Rolair JC10 Compressor

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:37:30 EST

A small and quiet 2 1/2-gallon air compressor.

Milwaukee M12 Fuel Drill/Driver

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:28:33 EST

This 12-volt model has a brushless motor and a half-inch chuck.

Klein Power Conduit Reamer

Tue, 28 May 2013 12:33:47 EST

This hex-drive reamer fits in drill and impact drivers.

Johnson Johnny Square

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:20:06 EST

A powder-coated aluminum square with easy-to-read markings.

Guhdo GMaxx Router Bits

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:19:32 EST

Precision router bits with thicker-than-average carbide that can be sharpened multiple times.

Festool Syslite

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:18:17 EST

This rechargeable LED work light is bright and durable.

Elephant Stand Hitch Step

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:16:57 EST

A step that folds out from the truck's trailer hitch.

DeWalt DWE575SB Circular Saw

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:04:48 EST

A compact circular saw that weighs less than 9 pounds.

Dremel Drywall Jab Saw for OMTs

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:16:09 EST

A jab-saw attachment for oscillating multi-tools.

The Cargo Buckle

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:06:03 EST

The excess webbing disappears into the cover of this ratcheting tie-down strap.

Bosch FNS138-23 Pin Nailer

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:14:16 EST

A small pinner with dry-fire lockout and a very small tip.

BOLT Toolbox Latch Retrofit Kit

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:13:54 EST

A lock that can be keyed on site to match any key you already have.

Armeg Acceler 8% Hole Saw

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:13:30 EST

This thin kerf hole saw is said by its maker to cut faster than standard models.

Arbortech TurboPlane

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:06:57 EST

A grinder attachment that uses carbide teeth to remove wood.

Accumark Carpenterís Pencil

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:12:39 EST

It looks like a razor blade and fits in a utility knife but it marks lines like pencil lead.

FastCap's Macro Flush Cut Trimmers

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:17:18 EST

These plier-like snips trim edge banding flush to the edge of the piece.