Watch the video! See the bear balance on the Little Giant! Sounds weird huh? it's really not. It's really an ad for Little Giant ladders, which are quite an amazing product. My friends Brian and Tracy had one when they were remodeling their main floor (with 20 foot vaulted ceilings). I am ashamed to admit that yes, I am afraid of heights. And yet, this ladder was so sturdy, I was at the top of the Little Giant sanding the beam that ran across at the utmost vault of their ceiling. These ladders are very versatile, as the video shows.
You basically get 24 ladders in one when you purchase a Little Giant, multiple staircase ladders, extension ladders, 90 degree ladders or use it for scaffolding. With a patented triple locking hinge for safety and tip n' glide wheels for portability, the Little Giant Ladders are easy enough for your grandma to use (well, it depends if your grandma is like my grandma).
For example, the Little Giant Ultra Step 11460 is designed to be one of the safest ladders. Since it's adjustable, the Little Giant can be used safely on stairs, ramps, curbs, docks or other uneven surfaces.The Little Giant Ultra Step is made of heavy-wall, 6005-T5 aluminum the very same material used in aerospace construction. So it's ultra-strong while remaining light and portable. The Little Giant Ultra Step is government-rated to hold up to 300 pounds.
Another good choice is the Little Giant Fiberglass Type 1A, model 10713LG features nonconductive fiberglass side rails, so it's perfect for electrical contractors. Because it is constructed of nonconductive fiberglass resin, the Little Giant Fiberglass Type 1A is perfect for working safely around electricity. The Little Giant Fiberglass Type 1A is made of a patented fiberglass resin. So it's both stronger and lighter than traditional fiberglass ladders. The Little Giant Fiberglass Type 1A is stress rated for industrial use, with a 300 pound government rating.
What's the difference between a Type 1...a Type 1A...a Type 1AA? Here's a quick explanation: Essentially, the 'Type' designation of each ladder is simply a rating of how much weight a single rung on the ladder can bear. There is no other difference between the ladders. The American National Standards Institute defines the load rating of each ladder and prints the information on a safety label located on the leg of every ladder. Load ratings for Little Giant ladders include the Type 1, with a capacity of 250 pounds, the Type 1A, with a capacity of 300 pounds and the Type 1AA, which supports up to 375 pounds.
Oh hey, this is the best news of all, the Little Giant Ladders are made in the good ole' USA!!
Hot off the press from Illinois: Vaughan Reinvents the Framing hammer, the popular American icon, by introducing the new S2 framing hammer.
Hebron, IL. --Vaughan & Bushnell, the premier hand tool producer since 1869, has reinvented the popular American icon by introducing the new S2 framing hammer. The S2 is a split-head; hammer, meaning the head is split in two, which interrupts and dissipates shock generated during use thereby greatly reducing stress to the users hand, wrist and arm. The S2, already receiving International recognition by winning numerous design awards, presents a revolutionary look and feel to the ordinary framing hammer.
The S2 hammer offers many innovative features never seen before such as overstrike plate handle protection, modular head design with independent face, claw and handle and anti-vibration pads for shock absorption. Additional popular features are precision balance for a zero gravity center line and a HeadstartTM Magnetic Nail Holder for both standard and duplex nails. All of these features were designed to prevent less wear and tear on the user while making the job easier and faster. The S2, at 18 oz., has the feel of titanium with the strength of steel. The S2 retails for around U.S. $50.00 and will be available at hardware stores, home centers and building supply stores in the U.S. and Canada. For additional information on the S2 or other Vaughan products visit www.vaughanmfg.com.
Four generations of family running Vaughan & Bushnell sounds like quality passed down through the generations. But how do these compare to the high end Stiletto Hammers? Mens Health says the Stiletto's are better? Anyone else try them?
The 100% titanium and 100% awesome Stiletto TiBone TBII hammer has just been bestowed as the “expert's pick” in the March 2008 issue of Men's Health Magazine.
Beating out the Estwing WF2I, VaughanS2 and Redback Maxistrike, the 15 oz Stiletto TiBone TBII was praised for being “slick”, “light” and “tricked out”. Although the $220 hammer was the most expensive hammer in the group (by far), the expert judging the various Hammers enthusiastically pointed out the TBII's “perfect center of gravity and well-designed grip” and mentioned that if he was “driving nails all day long, this is the hammer I'd want”.
We've been big fans of the Stiletto TiBone TBII since we first laid eyes on it several months ago and are glad to see it start receiving the recognition it deserves. According to Stiletto, the titanium construction delivers up to 50% more striking power into the target while significantly reducing nerve-damaging vibration. Thanks to an integrated magnet that holds the nail, smashing your fingers with a hammer will become a thing of the past. The clever sidepull nail puller makes it a piece of cake to pull nails with one 180° motion.
Functionality aside, the TBII is a hammer made from solid titanium and that's just freakin' cool.
The suggested retail price on a Stiletto TiBone TBII Hammer is about $283, but you can find them at places like ToolKing.com for “just” $219.99. At that price, it's clearly not intended for everyone, but rather for those individuals who use hammers and want to have the absolute best (and coolest!) tools money can buy.
Stiletto makes quite a variety of hammers and the TiBone TBII is the flagship product in the line. Slightly less expensive Stiletto hammers are also available with hickory wood handles or poly-fiberglass handles in various weights and configurations. Tool King carries the full line of Stiletto, so be sure and take a monent browse the entire line of Stiletto Hammers
Got a bunch of dull bits in your toolbox that you're shortening the life of your drill with? Drilling low quality holes with? Right. You should check out the Drill Doctor DD750X Drill Bit Sharpener. The manufacturer states that the Drill Doctor really works like an industrial strength sharpener. Why? Because the Drill Doctor uses a diamond sharpening wheel that doesn't wear down like a lower quality sharpening wheel would.
The Drill Doctor works in two easy steps,
1. Align your bit by setting the bit to the stop and close the tab.
2. Sharpen by turning the chuck an even number of half turns. It sounds easy to use and supposedly can even sharpen broken bits.
Has anyone tried it? Well then leave your comments below for the rest of us.
You may or may not have heard of these tools. Some are obscure and rarely used, some are new to the market. Thanks to the guys from Lumberjocks.com for helping me complete this list...Read on tool freaks...
1.DeNailer by Reconnx, is a handheld pneumatic nail remover. Made specifically for Deconstruction, the DeNailer shoots nails out of boards.
2. Stiletto Cold Shrink Handle Wrap: It is literally shrink-wrap for any kind of handles from 1-7/8" down to 3/4" (think: shovels, rakes, tools, etc.). The handle wrap applies very easily and makes hard handles more comfortable.
3. Keith from Lumberjocks.com: Have you ever heard of the Tiger Stop? It’s a fully automated stop system that can be added to most any saw system. Fully programmable…especially for repetitive cuts, but your whole cutting list can be programmed and the stop moves automatically to the dimension programmed.
I can't help myself for how much I looove this tool. Oscillating orbital action, variable speed, a plethora of attachments for sanding, cutting metal & plastic & wood & fiberglass, plunge cutting, polishing, scraping, grinding, it's like 5 tools in one. Or more. Besides the general applications that this tool has, here is a list of 10 Things You Might Not Know You Could Do With a Fein Multimaster. The Multimaster comes in several different versions, the RS MSXE636RSSD , which is the basic Multimaster , the XL MSXE636-2XLS , which is the next step up and comes with more attachments and blades, a Pneumatic Multimaster , the powerful 250 watt Top Quick Action Multimaster , and of course, the 9.6 volt Cordless Multimaster
(comes with sanding attachment and sandpaper).
1. Recaulking a tub? The flexible stopper knife is perfect for removing elastic materials, such as sealants, glue or paint, for example, when you are removing the caulk around your bathtub or scraping flooring adhesive off your floor.
2. Halloween? With the E-cut blade you can carve flawless detailed designs in pumpkins.
3. Got a small ding in your car? Paint defects, flaws and areas that you would otherwise have to sand by hand, are made for the Fein Multimaster. High sanding capacity and an even sanding pattern are guaranteed when doing automobile repair work.
4. Dull headlights? Polish up your headlights with the polishing pad when they become full of scratches.
5. Got a big ding in your car? The round HSS segment saw blades are particularly suitable for panel and body work repairs to the accident-damaged vehicles. These saw blades can be rotated several times on the drive shaft, which considerably increases the service life of the blade.
6. Want to sculpt? The finger shaped carbide rasp can be used to carve statues out of stone.
7. Detail sanding job? The Fein Multimaster with the profile sanding set is ideal for sanding garage doors, Tongue and Groove boards on houses and other concave and convex profiles. Renovate very old windows perfectly and work effortlessly right into the corner with the HSS segment saw blade. Brittle puttied edges can be removed without any problem and without any danger of glass breakage.
8. Precision cutting task? The E-CUT saw blades with the highest precision and cutting speed will impress you when it comes to altering door jambs for higher floor coverings, plunge cutting drywall and neatly cutting out pieces of carpeting for removal.
9. Fixing some upholstery? The carbide segment saw blade can be used for upholstery work, saving you effort and time, as staples can be easily cut through and do not have to be pulled out with Pliers.
10. Dirty bathroom? Attach a scotch pad to your Multimaster and use it to clean dirty bathroom tile, sinks and grout.
You basically get 24 ladders in one when you purchase a Little Giant, multiple staircase ladders, extension ladders, 90 degree ladders or use it for scaffolding. With a patented triple locking hinge for safety and tip n' glide wheels for portability, the Little Giant Ladders are easy enough for your grandma to use (well, it depends if your grandma is like my grandma).
Hebron, IL. --Vaughan & Bushnell, the premier hand tool producer since 1869, has reinvented the popular American icon by introducing the new S2 framing hammer. The S2 is a split-head; hammer, meaning the head is split in two, which interrupts and dissipates shock generated during use thereby greatly reducing stress to the users hand, wrist and arm. The S2, already receiving International recognition by winning numerous design awards, presents a revolutionary look and feel to the ordinary framing hammer.
Got a bunch of dull bits in your toolbox that you're shortening the life of your 
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5. Got a big ding in your car? The round HSS segment saw blades are particularly suitable for panel and body work repairs to the accident-damaged vehicles. These saw blades can be rotated several times on the drive shaft, which considerably increases the service life of the blade.
8. Precision cutting task? The E-CUT saw blades with the highest precision and cutting speed will impress you when it comes to altering door jambs for higher floor coverings, plunge cutting drywall and neatly cutting out pieces of carpeting for removal.
