Update---

I have been using the IRWIN  drill bits I received and they are working just like they did when they were new. Still sharp!
Great  product, thank you Irwin.

VERY EXCITED

I recently received a new product for a new line.

I really like this product even though it is a little different than the few things I have reviewed.

Please check out this new line, I think you will like it.

 

www.PatriciaAnn.com

Great Sale

I received an email from Deal News and they advertised

Craftsman 220 piece tool set with case for $80.00.

 

 

 

Craftsman 220-Piece Mechanics Tool Set w/Case for $80 + free shipping     More Hand Tools   For Shop Your Way members, Sears offers the Craftsman 220-Piece Mechanics Tool Set with Case, model no. 35271, for $94.99. (You must be signed in to your account to see this price. Not a member? Click here to sign up for free.) Coupon code "SAVE15" makes it $79.99. With free shipping, that's $20 under last month's mention (which also included a $10 credit) and tied with our May mention as the lowest total price we've seen for this set. This chrome plated set includes both standard and metric tools, including 41 bits, 40 hex keys, 128 sockets, six wrenches, three quick release ratchets, and more.   Posted: Sep, 28th 2013 9:43am ET



Stanley Tool

I was recently looking on Stanley Tools website. I came across Stanley Guard. They are specially designed security items for job sites. Very good idea. The locks for the equipment have special features like a time setting where the lock can only be opened at specific times.There is another lock that uses Bluetooth and requires a badge to unlock it. So, for all the construction  companies out there, Check out Stanley Tool for security.

Craftsman Club Sales

For people that are members of the craftsman club,

they are having

Super Saver Days

October 4-10

 

So if you are needing a new tool or parts for your existing tools check out their savings.

 

 

 

Ryobi Offers

Ryobi has a very nice trimmer on sale.

 

Another great promotion,get a free football with purchase of selected tools.



Power Tool Safety Checklist

I ran across this while searching online.

 

1.Am I trained and authorized to operate this tool?

2.Do I have the appropriate power tool safety gear? Gloves, boots hard hat, harness, safety goggles.

3.Is this the best power tool for the job?

4.Is the tool in good repair? Does It work properly?

5.Is the power cord torn? Are the batteries charged?

6.Is the cord untangled? Does it run through where people walk?

7.Is the outlet my tool is plugged into in good repair?

8.Is the blade sharp?

9.Is the power tool clean?

10.Is there clutter nearby my power tool work space?

11.Is my work space dry? Electric and water do not mix !

12.If an accident occurs, will there be someone close enough to hear me yell?

13.Is there a phone nearby to call for emergency medical treatment?

14.Are there unauthorized persons in the immediate area?

15.Does the power tool sound normal when turned on?

16.Does it sound normal during actual operation?

17.Am I prepared to store the power tool when I am finished using it?

 

 

 

This is very important questions considering that there are about 125,000 serious injuries a year because of power tools.

 

About 32,000 of these injuries are table saw related injuries.

 

 

Most of these injuries are caused by repetition, getting to comfortable doing the same thing that you don't pay close enough attention.

 

Inexperience is a big issue but so is overconfidence!

 

 

I searched around online and saw a lot of very gruesome photos and videos of the result of power tool accidents(I won't list any here) I just everyone should be aware of the damage these power tools can cause if not used safely and properly.



I was so worried.....

Ok,so after my last post I was so worried that I ruined my chance to make this blog a success. I worried for nothing! Friday afternoon I got a call from Wright Tool. I always check my caller id, when I saw that it was them I was not going to answer. Then I thought, why not. I feel like I done the right thing. So to make this story short, they are sending me another product from another line. I am so happy that my blog isn't finished before it really starts. Thank You so much Wright Tools.

Wright Tools

 

 

I received this test products free of charge but the opinions are 100% my own.

 

 

A special thank you to Wright Tools for the great package.

 

 

This is what they sent to me. A wrench, a box of bolts, a bolt anchor?(for lack of a better word)and an instruction sheet on how to preform the test.

 

One thing I want to mention before we get into the tech stuff.

 

Wright tools are made in the U.S.A.

 

Included in the "Wright Grip" demonstration:

9/16 wright grip combination wrench

 

Mandrel(the bolt anchor that I mentioned earlier)

 

Bolts to use for demo



Demo Directions:

1.Secure fastener to immobile surface (check)

 



2.Hand tighten bolt (check)

 

3.Find any other brand of 9/16 wrench and tighten to failure(failure for this demonstration is defined as rounding off the bolt edges)(check)

 

4.DO NOT REMOVE BOLT(check)

 

5.Take wright tools 9/16" combination wrench, place open end on same rounded corner of  bolt and continue to tighten.(check)

 

**Note: the bolt will continue to tighten and not round off which will cause the bolt head to snap!

 

6.You have just completed the Wright Demo and have witnessed the quality and ingenuity that Wright Tool offers to everyone of its customers.

 

This picture is not a very good one but if you look at the bolt head you can see where the Wright Grip wrench left marks on it.

 

-------My Results------

 

This was very hard for me. I was tempted to say what I thought they expected me to say. When I thought about starting this blog I told myself that I would give honest reviews. That is the whole purpose of this blog. So, I don't know if this is going to ruin my blog but here goes!

 

 

I followed the instructions just as they said. The other brand of wrench I used was a Snap On. I tightened the bolt as far as I could, putting all my strength into it. The edges did not round off. I then put the open end of the Wright Grip wrench on the bolt. I was able to tighten the bolt another 3/4 of a turn but the head did not snap. The bolt head had deep ridges in it where the Teeth of the Wright Grip wrench gripped it. I had my husband repeat the same exact procedure that I did and his results were that the head started to round off so he put the Wright Grip wrench on the bolt and it did tighten another full turn but didn't snap the head.

 

I am going to repeat this test with 2 other kinds of wrenches because I want to be able to give more in depth results. So please check back to see the other results.

 

Just to make sure that my readers understand that this wrench is a great product. The teeth give you a lot more contact, less slippage and is very sturdy.

 

 





Wright Tools

 

 

Wright tools sent me a very nice test product.

It is a wrench, looks like just an average wrench until you look closer.

It has ridges that gives you extra grip. i have done the experiment just as they instructed and the results are amazing.

I will be posting pictures later this morning of the products they sent, the instructions and the results. Can't wait to show you these.

 

I think you will be amazed like I was.