Cutting Tools
Timberline Chainsaw Sharpener
FAST. EASY. ACCURATE. Timberline Sharpener is the portable precise tool that works on any chainsaw. The key to the tool is a solid platform that won’t bend, flex, or otherwise move during sharpening. This acts as a fixed guide to sharpen each cutting tooth to the same length, height, and angle. Professional loggers and arborists as well as occasional chainsaw […]
Latest in Sharpening Tools
Cutting Tools, Drills, Saws, Tool Reviews, Tools
By Matt Weber A cutting tool is only as good as its blade, which is why professionals and savvy DIY’ers recognize the importance of regular sharpening. The act of shaping wood or stone into a cutting tool is as old as mankind, but today’s sharpening systems make the job easier and more efficient than ever […]
Tools & Techniques for Cutting & Drilling Tile
Construction How-To, Cutting Tools, Tile, Tools
Tile is hard. Tile is unforgiving. Tile bends for no man, but when it’s under too much pressure, it can snap like a postal worker. The rigid ceramic or stone material of tile makes it tough stuff to cut, and your standard saw blades simply won’t get the job done. […]
Cordless Reciprocating Saw—Handy for Yard Work
Cutting Tools, Outdoor power equipment, Power Tools, Tool Reviews, Tools
Spring and fall are two good times of the year to clean up the yard. Leaves are raked, shrubs are pruned and trees are ignored, except for dropped limbs and other debris. Some tree species need more pruning than others, while a number of species demand more pruning. For example, my yard has many self-pruning […]
New Twists on Drill Bits
Cutting Tools, Drills, Power Tools, Tool Reviews, Tools
Equip your drill with the latest bit technology.
Making Router Table and Table Saw Safety a Priority this Summer
Accesories to Make Your Shop Safer As you plan your projects for the summer, why not plan to work safely and efficiently with a new line of tablesaw and router table safety accessories from Milescraft®. Provide consistent repeatable tension on your stock and reduce kick-back with a feather board kit, keep your hands away from a spinning bit or […]
The Right Tools for Metal Cutting Power
Cutting Tools, Power Tools, Tool Reviews
Purpose-built metal cutting power tools make quick work of tough tasks.
What’s the Best Drill Bit for the Job?
Cutting Tools, DIY Questions and Answer, Drills, Power Tools
Q: Which is better; cobalt, titanium or black oxide for drill bits? By better I mean will stay sharp longer when drilling wood, metal studs, drywall etc. … A: The answer depends on the materials being drilled. Here’s a general breakdown: Titanium drill bits offer the best durability and speed for general purpose drilling applications. They’re best for cutting holes […]
Up Close with Circular Saws
Cutting Tools, Home Improvement Tools, Power Tools, Tool Reviews, Tools
Here’s what to look for when buying your next saw … and a few tips on the right way to use it.
Close Look at Drill Bits
Drill it right with the best accessory.