The Tool Dude's Musings

Dewalt DT8318QZ Nylon Mobile Phone Holder

2006-07-03T14:43:00.000+01:00

This mobile phone holder from Dewalt is constructed from ballistic nylon for unbeatable strength, protection and durability on the worksite.

The Dewalt DT8318QZ Nylon Mobile Phone Holder is designed to hold most sizes and types of mobile phones and two-way worksite radios securely.

The phone holder features a quick release strap, allowing you to quickly and easily access your phone or radio when attached to your belt.

An ideal solution for the busy workman who needs to be contacted at any time.

Draper 1.5 Million Candle Power Rechargable Halogen Lamp

2006-06-30T13:16:00.000+01:00

This 1.5 Million Candle Power Rechargable Halogen Lamp from Draper runs on 6v battery and is ideal for outdoor activities such as camping and emergency use in vehicle breakdowns or home security.

The 1.5 million candle power lamp makes use of a halogen bulb capable of producing a brilliant white light and, when fully charged, can provide up to 20 minutes continuous use at full power.

The Draper 1.5 Million Candle Power Rechargable Halogen Lamp is supplied with 6v/4Ah battery pack and mains & 12v in-car chargers.

Snickers Workwear 3914 Pirate Trousers

2006-06-24T13:40:00.000+01:00

Brand new Pirate Trousers from Snickers Workwear are the ideal solution to hot weather working.

Half-way between shorts and trousers, Pirate Trousers, are comfortable, loose-fit trousers cut off just below the knee.

The trousers are designed to provide as much knee protection as regular work trousers, but with the added advantage of ventilation in warm weather.

The Snickers Workwear 3914 Pirate Trousers feature holster pockets, two slanted front pockets and one rule pocket.

Bosch DNM 60L Digital Spirit Level

2006-06-20T12:32:00.000+01:00

The Bosch DNM 60L Digital Spirit Level is capable of measuring angles in degrees (°) or inclines in percentages (%).

For quick use, the DNM60L is capable of producing an acoustic signal at 0 or 90° and clear direction arrows show the deviation to the horizontals or verticals.

The Bosch DNM 60L Digital Spirit Level plays host to a number of other great features, including automatic rotation of the measured values when working overhear, hold function to lock results when moving the level and easy-read display.

If you prefer, the DNM 60L also features two integrated vials to enable its use as an ordinary spirit level.

Makita AN621 Construction Coil Nailer

2006-06-15T14:31:00.000+01:00

The AN621 Construction Coil Nailer from Makita is designed for pallet assembly and sheeting applications.

The AN621 makes use of 2.5mm flat coil nails (45 - 65mm in length), with ring shank at 16°. The nailers operating pressure is between 65 and 125psi.

The Makita AN621 Construction Coil Nailer comes complete with oil and safety goggles.

Makita 1806B Planer

2006-06-10T14:27:00.000+01:00

The Makita 1806B Planer is capable of planing a width of 170mm at a depth of 2mm in a single pass.

Ideal for small to medium jobs around the home and workshop, the 1806B boasts up to 30,000 cuts per minute and a no-load speed of 16,000rpm.

This planer comes packaged with a rebate fence, carbide mini blades, set plate, and socket wrench for blade assembly.

Bosch GSR 6-40TE Screwdriver

2006-06-05T14:07:00.000+01:00

The Bosch GSR 6-40TE Screwdriver is a high-revolution drill/driver best suited to plasterboard.

The GRS 6-40TE features a magnetic universal holder for secure hold on screws and bolts, 1/4" toolholder, standardised toolholder for use of standard insertion tools and locking button for continuous operation.

Forward and reverse rotation are easily switchable and the slim depth stop is removable without changing pre-selected depth on the drill.

Arrow MT100 Mini Glue Gun

2006-06-01T13:34:00.000+01:00

The MT100 Glue Gun from Arrow is a low-level glue gun suited to home and hobby use.

Trigger activated, the MT100 features a silicon-protected nozzle with check valve control.

This glue gun comes with a 1.4m cable and is powered from 240v mains.

Dewalt DW411 1/4 Sheet Finishing Sander

2006-05-22T13:05:00.000+01:00

The DW411 1/4 Sheet Finishing Sander from Dewalt is powerful enough for most sanding jobs but, thanks to its compact body, ideally suited to small job in confined and difficult to reach places.

The DW411 is frequently used on curved surfaces and for spot sanding. The sander features a small orbit radius for a smooth finish.

The Dewalt DW411 features dust-sealed switch and bearings and comes complete with sanding sheet, paper punch and dust bag.

Stanley Jet Cut 20" Handsaw

2006-05-18T12:45:00.000+01:00

The Stanley Jet Cut 20inch Handsaw features a solid row of teeth, each with three precision-ground cutting edges. This well thought-out feature results in higher performance than more conventional handsaws.

User comfort is ensured through a ergonomically designed soft-grip handle. Adding function to comfort, the handle also includes 45° and 90° angle guides.

The Stanley Jet Cut 20" Handsaw is a fine cut saw.

Draper 100mm 75mm Capacity Plastic Body Speed Clamp

2006-05-14T12:42:00.000+01:00

The Draper 100mm 75mm Capacity Plastic Body Speed Clamp is ideal for a wide range of clamping jobs around the home and workshop.

The clamp is hand-trigger operated for fast and easy clamping and the clamp's sturdy plastic body ensures solid grip at all times.

Snickers Workwear 1655 Shirt

2006-05-10T13:44:00.000+01:00

The Snickers Workwear 1655 Shirt is the professional's choice for the Summer.

This short-sleeved shirt maintains a professional appearance without getting in the way of comfort in hot weather. 100% soft cotton, the 1655 shirt features two breast pockets complete with flaps and buttons for keeping your property safe and close by.

The Snickers Workwear 1655 Shirt is available in a range of sizes in the colours red, blue and green.

Draper 6.4kg Expert Fibreglass Shafted Sledge Hammer

2006-05-02T13:29:00.000+01:00

This sledge hammer from Draper is forged from fine grain carbon steel, hardened and tempered.

Ideal for heavy-duty work, the Draper 6.4kg Expert Fibreglass Shafted Sledge Hammer is fitted with a comfortable shock-absorbing rubber grip for user comfort.

The brightly coloured shaft makes locating this hammer in dimly lit areas easy.

Panasonic EY7270GQW 12v Impact Driver

2006-04-29T13:28:00.000+01:00

The Panasonic EY7270GQW 12v Impact Driver operates using a new high-tech motor that does not require brushes. This advanced features makes the motor almost entirely maintenance-free.

The brushless motor produces less friction than standard motor types, thus reducing heat, improving performance and prolonging lifespan.

Panasonic EY7270GQW is capable of producing up to 135Nm of power across three power settings, which can be easily adjusted by the user.

The drill includes a belt hook, 2 x 3.5Ah NiMh batteries, carry case and LED light for working in dark spaces.

Ryobi EBS-9576V 230v Belt Sander

2006-04-25T13:12:00.000+01:00

The Ryobi EBS-9576V 230v Belt Sander offers variable speed sanding with a belt size of 76mm x 533mm.

The EBS-9576V features a quick release belt system to save time between jobs, belt tracking system, dust bag and Ryobi's "Powergrip" insert to reduce vibration and improve user grip while sanding.

The Ryobi EBS-9576V 230v Belt Sander comes packaged with sanding belts, dust bag, sanding frame and carry case.

Bahco 10-24-51 24" Bowsaw

2006-04-21T12:55:00.000+01:00

The Bahco 10-24-51 24inch Bowsaw is a lightweight but suprisingly heavy duty and durable saw.

This bowsaw features a unique mechanism in its handle that makes blade changing and adjustment quick and almost entirely effortless.

As with many modern hand saws, Bacho have considered the user and the 10-24-51 Bowsaw incorporates a hand guard into its ergonomically designed handle.

A lightweight and useful tool.

Draper 1/2" & 5/8" Brick Jointer Trowel

2006-04-17T12:38:00.000+01:00

The Draper 1/2" & 5/8" Brick Jointer Trowel is specifically designed for finishing mortar joints between bricks during construction.

This trowel is suitable for joints ranging between 13mm and 16mm, and is manufactured from hardened and tempered carbon steel.

Hitachi DV24DV 24V impact drill

2006-04-11T15:10:00.000+01:00

The Hitachi DV24DV 24V impact drill features a powerful Hitachi motor with maximum torque of Nm.

The drill offers two mode settings, drilling or impact drilling, which can be adjusted to best suit the job.

The included side handle ensures proper support for stable drilling and comfortable, soft grip handle reduces stress on the user.

Elecktra Beckum KHE75 Rotary Hammer Drill

2006-04-09T19:13:00.000+01:00

The Elecktra Beckum KHE75 Rotary Hammer Drill is best suited to bits and accessories with SDS max shank end, spline shank end or ratio thread and features Metabo CODE! system, a code-activated key which helps prevent theft.

Powered by a pneumatic high-performance hammer mechanism, the drill features magnesium die cast gear housing and is protected from dust by high quality dust shields.

The rubber-coated handle and active vibration dampening make this hammer drill a pleasure to hold and use.

Metabo TS 250 Table Saw

2006-04-07T19:08:00.000+01:00

The Metabo TS 250 Table Saw is ideal for mobile use, promoting excellent versatility around the workplace.

The table saw's integrated table side extension allows for a variety of workpiece sizes and the double-clamped parallel fence will hold your work tightly in place.

In addition, the Metabo TS 250 offers a powerful 2000 watt motor, cutting height of up to 77mm and Soft-Start technology, making it ideal for a wide range of wood sawing jobs.

Snickers Workwear 2636 Wicking Polo Shirt

2006-04-05T18:47:00.000+01:00

A top-of-the-range Snickers Workwear item of clothing, the 2636 Wicking Polo Shirt is an ambassador of Snickers' excellence in design and quality.

The shirt is produced in 100% knitted polyester fabric with an Active Vaporize System, a material that actively transports moisture away from the body. Perfect for working during the Summer.

As with many Snickers Workwear shirts, the 2636 includes 'Multipockets' under each arm for easy and secure storage of mobile phones, coins and spare change.

Bosch ROTAK34C Rotary Lawn Mower

2006-04-03T19:09:00.000+01:00

Keeping with the Summer gardening theme, here's an excellent mid-range lawn mower from Bosch.

The ROTAK34C Rotary Lawn Mower is built around Bosch's own "Powerdrive system" which is designed to produce high power while keeping motor weight to a minimum.

In keeping with this, the ROTAK34C offers up a rotating power of up to 18Nm to the blade. That's more than enough to deal with even the most neglected of gardens in time for your barbeque.

The mower will let you know when it's full by way of a built-in indicator and the grass box is easy enough to empty, but with a capacity of 40l, you won't have to do it often.

Draper HT4553 Hedge Trimmer

2006-04-01T12:40:00.000+01:00

With Summer on the way, it's time to get out into the garden and start trimming those hedges.

The HT4553 Hedge Trimmer from Draper is a mid-range model, suitable for home use. The hedge trimmer's 450w motor powers a handy 550mm cutting blade, ideal for trimming those hard-to-reach areas of foliage without too much effort.

This Draper Hedge Trimmer is available to buy online at a very reasonable price. Get it in now before Summer starts and be the first to have hedges shaped like Giraffes this year*

* Purchase of Hedge Trimmer does not guarantee artistic topiary.

Panasonic EY3551GQW 18v Cordless Circular Saw

2006-03-30T20:50:00.000+01:00

The EY3551GQW Cordless Circular Saw from Panasonic is the choice of many professionals who cut wood on a regular basis.

This Panasonic circular saw provides plenty of power and a generous 3-56mm depth-of-cut adjustment range on the 165mm blade for both high-speed and fine detail cutting.

In addition to that, this saw is capable of upto 50° bevel adjustment for a wide range of angle cuts.

Free from cords and powered by a 3.5Ah NiMh battery, the EY3551GQW really can be used anywhere. For maximum safety, the saw is fitted with an electric brake and a slotted blade guard to keep the blade visible from above at all times.

Snickers Workwear 4792 Tool Vest

2006-03-28T20:12:00.000+01:00

When your hands are busy drilling through a wall or tightening a bolt, you don't want to worry about reaching around for your equipment.

Snickers Workwear are well known in the powertool industry for their quality workwear, and their range of tool vests are no exception.

The 4792 tool vest is a personal favorite. The vest features four tool fasteners for Snickers Flexi-Pockets, two breast pockets (one with pen compartment, one with knife button), wide shoulder straps and a useful two-way zip.

A separate pouch keeps your nails in conveniently within reach.

All tool pockets are fitted with velcro fasteners and the 4792 tool vest incorporates Snickers' well-known fall protection system.

Record Power RPBG6 6" Bench Grinder

2006-03-25T19:01:00.000Z

This 6” bench grinder from Record Power makes use of a 370w induction motor to ensure smooth running for maximum reliability during a project.

The RPBG6 features two types of grind stone. One side of the grinder is home to a coarse grey wheel, the other hosts 40mm wide whitestone with a fine grit for lighter work.

Both grinding wheels capable of speeds of 2800rpm, providing an adequate speed for most bench grinder uses.

The Record Power RPBG6 6" Bench Grinder is available to buy online.

Panasonic EY3794 18V Cordless Wood Saw

2006-03-22T18:25:00.000Z

The Panasonic EY3794 18V cordless wood saw focuses on ease of use above all else. The EY3794' 0 to 50 degree bevel adjustment range for angle cuts, combinded with a depth-of-cut adjustment range between 3mm and 56mm, makes any cut you require a simple process.

The EY3794 can be ready for use in just 65 minutes charge time from a flat battery and an electric brake and spindle lock button allow for easy replacement of the 165mm diameter blade.

The ergonomic design fits to your hand, enabling you to make clean, accurate cuts and reduces time needed to rest.

Stanley Bostitch M111FN Flooring Nailer

2006-03-18T20:10:00.000Z

The Stanley Bostitch M111FN Flooring Nailer features high-speed, mallet-actuated pneumatic operation, providing a huge productivity increase over manual tools. This ability, combined with the M111FN's integrated long-reach handle, makes floor nailing faster and more comfortable than ever.

The wide composite base plate provides the stability the M111FN needs to consistantly and precisely drive L-shaped flooring cleats at correct angle and depth.

The high-capacity magazine, another feature boasted by the M111FN, reduces time lost reloading the nailer.

Bosch BL40VHR Laser Level

2006-03-16T19:31:00.000Z

The Bosch BL40VHR laser level is suitable for all levelling work, horizontal or vertical, both indoors and outdoors.

Protected by a sturdy and waterproof case, the BL40VHR offers three modes - point, line and rotation - and the class 2 laser has a range of up to 100m with receiver.

The BL40VHR is supplied with a tripod adapter, wall holder, laser goggles, protective case and 2 x 1.5V batteries.

The Bosch BL40VHR laser level is available to purchase online.

PowerToolDirect World Cup Contest

2006-03-14T13:48:00.000Z

PowerToolDirect, the leading UK distributor of power tools, are holding a contest in honor of the upcoming 2006 World Cup.

Up for grabs are limited edition England football branded tools and toolboxes from the Stanley England tool collection, which are also available to purchase online.

To be in with a chance of picking up these limited tools for free, enter PowerToolDirect's World Cup Contest.

Draper Belt & Disc Sander

2006-03-09T13:57:00.000Z

The Draper Belt & Disc Sander, Draper machine code '50021', covers all your sanding needs by combining both a belt and disc sander in one compact machine.

Along with the fitted mitre gauge, the Belt & Disc Sander comes with tilting surfaces to accurately position your work piece.

The belt sander sits below a unique tilting upper table, allowing work to slide neatly onto the sanding belt at a range of angles.

Similarly, the sanding disc is located behind a tiling table, which positions work in the center of the disc for maximum sanding efficiency.

The Draper Belt & Disc Sander is ideal for sanding work involving wood, plastic and aluminium and features a dust extraction outlet.

Black & Decker Alligator Powered Lopper

2006-03-07T11:17:00.000Z

Cutting through small to medium tree branches quickly can be a problem. A powerful chainsaw combined with a flexible branch results in a difficult cut and has in the past left many of us with no choice but to use a hand saw.

The Alligator Powered Lopper from Black & Decker, also know as the GK1000, changes that.

One side of the Alligator’s scissor-like frame houses a small chainsaw, which easily cuts through wood as the other side maintains grip.

This cutting technique eliminates slipping and removes the necessity to prop up logs for ground clearance before they can be cut up. The GK1000 Alligator is able to hold the logs up during the cut.

More on Karcher Pressure Washers

2006-03-07T08:48:00.000Z

Last month I wrote about the Karcher HDS601C Pressure Washer. Pressure washer use tends to increase over the Summer as people find time to head outside to wash their car, or even their house.

Now seems the perfect time, then, to write more about the Karcher range of pressure washers.

The small Karcher K090 is cheap, compact and powerful enough for your average cleaning jobs. The K090 is fitted with a hand-held 'sray gun', allowing for complete control and spray manouverability. This pressure washer is ideal for one-off cleaning jobs on a budget.

Moving higher up the range, the Karcher K499M is a more powerful pressure washer designed for more frequent cleaning. The K499M can be purchased with a spray lance accessory, extending the reach of the spray to higher or difficult to access locations.

The Karcher K499M pressure washer is designed specifically for home use, including vehicle and small building cleaning.

The Karcher K785M pressure washer is a top of the range domestic washer. The stylish casing is home to two detergent tanks and holds accessories comfortably. An ergonomically designed spray gun allows for comfortable control of the variable pressure hose.

The K785M is the ideal choice for cleaning vehicles and surfaces around the home including facades, padtios, paths, walls, swimming pools and garden furniture.

Highly recommended are Karcher's car cleaning kit, rotary brush and hose extension, which are all available to purchase online.

Dewalt DW331K Heavy Duty Jigsaw

2006-03-01T16:56:00.000Z

The Dewalt DW331K Heavy Duty Jigsaw wins on style alone. The picture above should be enough to have you reaching for your credit card, as this is quite clearly the coolest looking jigsaw in existence.

Although the picture should be more than enough, for the sake of traditionalism, I’ll give you the specs too.

The DW331K packs the power of a variable-speed 401 watt motor, capable of cutting speeds up to 3100 strokes per minute. When you’ve used all that power to wear down your blade, changing it is a doddle with Dewalt’s patented keyless blade change system, which also accepts T-shank blades.

Smooth cuts are easier than ever thanks to the jigsaw’s handy rubber grips, anti-vibration counterbalance and 3-position orbital action controls.

You’ll also find the DW331K jigsaw is kinder on your work surfaces, using a built-in dust blower to quickly move away debris and an anti-scratch cover on the adjustable shoe.

You can pick up the Dewalt DW331K Heavy Duty Jigsaw at PowerToolDirect, along with a range of other jigsaws, for a very reasonable price.

Karcher HDS601C Pressure Washer

2006-02-27T12:57:00.000Z

The Karcher HDS601C Pressure Washer is one of Karcher's compact range of pressure washers, capable of producing both hot water and steam jets.

For adaptable cleaning, the HDS601C is able to operate at pressures between 30 and 120 bar, with a variable water flow rate of 280 – 530 litres per hour. Pressure and flow rate are easily controlled through the unit's trigger, allowing the user complete control over the pressure washer's power.

The water jet temperature can reach up 80 degrees Celsius, which can be increased to 140 degrees in steam mode.

The water tank and hose are integrated into the Karcher HDS601C's compact chassis, which also provides ample room for the standard accessories included.

Panasonic 7201G 12v Impact Driver Drill

2006-02-23T20:19:00.000Z

High torque is good for fast tightening, but it's too easy to strip a screw or damage the surface you're working on with a high-torque power drill if you're not careful.

Panasonic's 7201G 12v Impact Driver power drill puts an end to this problem by offering you a choice of two different torque levels. Switching the 7201G to 'hard mode' will provide approximately 1,060 in.lbs of torque, while switching to 'soft mode' will give you a gentler 711 in.lbs.

Torque switching is far from the only innovative feature of the Panasonic 7201G drill.

A white LED , fitted with a condenser lens, produces a spot light effect to light up the work area directly in front of the drill. Activated by the drill trigger switch, this light eliminates the need to use a separate torch and, thanks to it's front-mounted position, the light beam cannot be obscured by the drill itself.

The drill body has been molded for better grip and easy handling, reducing the chance of dropping the drill while working or carrying around the work site. Accidents happen, however, and the 7201G is fitted with special rubber guards to protect the drill in the case of a fall.

To top it all off, the Panasonic 7201G drill's 3.5Ah Ni-MH battery can reach full capacity in just 55 minutes of charging and is capable of an immensely useful 'emergency charge', which restores 15% of the drill's power in just 15 minutes.

You can buy the Panasonic 7201G 12v Impact Driver online here.

Lenox Gold Quick Change Knife

2006-02-23T16:32:00.000Z

The Lenox Gold Quick Change knife is built for durability, overcoming splitting problems that plague similar knives with a single-piece titanium coated nose.

The Lenox Gold focuses on safety with shatter resistant titanium edge blades, which, along with providing an unbeatable cut, reduce the risk of injury should the blade be accidentally bent.

The retractable blade is easily changed through a simple button mechanism which opens the knife along its center. The release mechanism is so easy it can be operated with one hand and no tools are required.

The Lenox Gold Quick Change knife is great deal, priced at only £13.99. I recommend you buy now while this excellent knife is still in stock.