Hey there everyone in Denver, Colorado! Take a look at this little snippet from Toolking.com to see how much fun you could have this weekend, May 16th and 17th, at The Tool King Superstore! Tool King is having their annual May Sale and this year they are unveiling their own Rockler Woodworking and Hardware Store within the Tool King Superstore. Be sure to stop by to check out Matt Kenseth's NASCAR Stock Car, food, fun and Spokesmodel Miss Makita!

Stop by Toolking.com for directions! 

Today Rick Peil wanted to show you a really good buy for DeWalt fans. The DW959K-2 Kit comes with a nice drill/driver and two 18 volt batteries.  So we used the DW959K-2 Kit to drive a few screws and drill a few holes just to show it off.

 Check out Toolking.com for great pricing on these kits!

Graham McCullock from Shortcuts.ns.ca gives a stunning 5-star review to the new AngLevel Measuring Tool by TopLineInnovations.com. He states that the "AngLevel at just under $30 is most definitely a 5-star tool that will replace more than 7 tools in your toolbox and tool belt" including but not limited to: a torpedo Level, a sliding T-bevel, a speed Square, protractor head and a plumb bob.

To read the full review about this revolutionary new measuring tool, click here and scroll down to the bottom of the page!

In this month's May 2008 issue of Popular Mechanics, the Milwaukee 15amp Super Sawzall took top rankings when they outcut the competition. The first test was how fast and easy could the Reciprocating saw cut through two pieces of wood and nails. The second test demonstrated how easily the sawzall ate through a "house sandwich" consisting of 1/2in. drywall, 2x6 lumber, 1x4 pvc pipe, steel conduit, two 12-gauge cables, and 2-pieces of steel strapping. Yummy!

In both tests, Milwaukee outperformed the rest and left "a remarkably smooth and straight cut" while "impressing the testers with the almost-pristine blade that emerged from the fray".Basically after 57 years, Milwaukee is still the toughest and fastest when it comes to reciprocating saws.

Check out the low prices on reconditioned reciprocating saws at Toolking.com!

MAGSWITCH Tools were proclaimed the Hot New Tools of 2007, according to Wood Magazine. The correct use of these magnetic tools in your work shop will create a safer work environment because of the technique they use to hold down your workpieces; they use a high-strength magnet with an on/off switch. Magswitch magnets reduce the chance of dangerous kickback and will mount to any steel surface of your table saw, planer and Jointer in place of using Clamps.

What makes MAGSWITCH Tools so good? It's like a strong, magnetic clamp!
1. You control the tool ~ You have the ability to turn the magnets off and on. Other magnetic tool devices will contact the surface with a powerful crash, causing damage to the surface and even the magnet. Any body part or material caught between the magnet and the power tool table top will be damaged.

2. The MAGSWITCH magnets are easily moved or repositioned: all other tool magnets are always in the ON position, they are difficult to reposition when in contact, and are difficult to remove.

3. Magswitch Magnets are exceptionally strong in Breakaway Strength (Straight Pull), are very strong in Shear Strength (sideways movement), and are weaker in Pry Force.

Which MAGSWITCH Tools should I check out first?
1. Magswitch Magnetic Table Featherboard :  This tool can be used on your table saw, bandsaw, Shaper or jointer to hold your workpieces into place and reduce the chance of dangerous kickback. With the Table Featherboard, you will have no more miter slot limitation. Also, you can add the Magswitch Vertical Attachment piece to your Featherboard to hold wood snugly against the Fence and the table for a safer, cleaner cut. With multiple adjustments that allow for handling larger pieces of wood, the Magnetic Table Featherboard with the Vertical Attachment is a good place to start.

2. Magswitch Fence Featherboard will mount to any steel surface where you are using a fence. You can use the Fence Featherboard for infeed and Outfeed to hold your workpiece firmly in place and reduce the chances of dangerous kickback.

3. Magswitch MagJig 20mm and MagJig 30mm are more versatile than clamps, and also are faster and easier to use. With these small magnetic tools, you can build your own custom jigs to fit your personal style of woodworking. The 20mm MagJigs and 30mm MagJigs will hold your work firmly in place with a magnetic grip that you can turn on and off. These MagJigs also move easily from jig to jig and will work on any steel table.

Check out prices on MAGSWITCH products at Toolking.com!

In honor of Woodworking Safety Week, we are reposting our "10 Power Tool Safety tips" to keep posted in your workshop for you and your employees:

1. Keep your work area clean and well-lit.
2. Do not operate power tools in areas that contain flammable liquids and gases.
3. Never carry the tool by the cord and always unplug your tool when not in use.
4. Keep power tool cords away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts and replace damaged cords immediately.
5. Always, always wear eye protection - even sun glasses help. Dust in your eye CAN scratch your cornea and get infected.
6. Use safety equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat and hearing protection for appropriate conditions.
7. Do not overreach when using a power tool.
8. Use Clamps when securing your work pieces to be cut or drilled.
9. When not in use, keep battery packs away from other metal objects to avoid shorting the battery terminals because this could cause a fire.
10. Read the instruction manual. Yup, read it and use COMMON SENSE.

Power Tools make work more fun...

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