Tool Reviews
Porter Cable PCE605K Oscillating Tool The National Hardware Show was a little less crowded this year than in the past. We’re not sure if it’s a sign of the economy or something else. Whatever the case, we got to see some great new tools and accessories from several companies, including Porter Cable. They introduced us [...]
TOWSON, Md. (January 3, 2013) – PORTER-CABLE announces the launch of its 20 Volt MAX* Lithium Ion Compact Drill/Driver (PCCK600LB) and 20 Volt MAX* Lithium Ion Impact Driver (PCCK640LB), which are both part of the new 20 Volt MAX* system. This new system focuses on maximizing a new lithium ion battery platform that will [...]
Porter Cable Plate Joiner Review As much as I enjoy testing, researching, and writing about new tools, there’s something to be said for revisiting old favorites. And in this case, the “favorite” I’m speaking about is both a technique and a tool. The technique is biscuit (plate) joinery and the tool is the Porter-Cable 557 [...]
Cyber Monday Week Deals Week on Tools from Amazon.com Cyber Monday may be over, but there are still great deals to be had. Amazon.com is still in Cyber Monday week, and posts new deals on tools and home improvement items daily. Here are some that might interest those of you shopping for tool lovers or [...]
TOWSON, Md. (November 1, 2012) – PORTER-CABLE announces the launch of its ¼-inch Hex 4.3-Amp impact driver (PCE201) that delivers performance, ergonomics, durability and value for professionals. The PCE201 impact driver is ideal for deck builders, steel roofing installers and other tradesmen who complete numerous fastening applications in challenging workplaces. “Users have expressed satisfaction with [...]
Most people know the Porter Cable brand for the woodworking and / or trade tools that they produce. We’ve sung the praises of their routers and drills for years. And they have a pretty nifty plate joiner that we’ll be doing a review on very soon as well, but when you think of Porter Cable, [...]
Fall is a great time to get some of your woodworking projects done. But of course, you’ll want new and updated tools and jigs to make the tasks easier and more enjoyable. Amazon has some great deals for woodworkers. Here are a few you should check out: Shop Amazon – Save 50 on Top-Selling Routers, [...]
It’s a simple idea, but sometimes the best ones are very simple. Now, in a perfect world, all batteries on all tools would have a built in fuel gauge on them. So that you could push a button anytime and tell how much charge is left in the battery. In reality, some batteries do have [...]
Porter Cable 18v Cordless Jigsaw I just finished using the PORTER CABLE 18V CORDLESS JIGSAW for a Basketball Backboard Project at my house. It seems that the Spring Breakers here in Panama City Beach enjoy getting into mischief, and that includes destruction of property. So, it didn’t come as surprise, that once again this year, they [...]
As you well know there are about a gazillion different cordless tools out there. I admit, I don’t understand all of the differences between them, but I get a few of them. We were very fortunate that when Porter-Cable® introduced their new line of lithium ion cordless tools, they sent a kit containing a drill, [...]
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