Reviews

After 10 months hauling tools through three remodels, the Packout 22-Inch tool box has held its latches and weather seal.

Eight months of trim, framing, and cabinet work, the Stanley FatMax 25-ft has earned its standing as the default tape on most job sites.

Six months on commercial framing and electrical work, the Milwaukee STUD has held up to drops that would have killed a FatMax.

After a year of framing, demo, and finish work, the Estwing E3-16C still drives 16d nails like new and shows no shock-absorbing failure.

Three months on remodel and gallery-wall work, the Franklin ProSensor 710+ has read true through plaster and double-stud walls.

After 9 months alternating with a steel framer, the Stiletto TI16MC has shifted my opinion of what a serious framing hammer can be.

After 7 months in a working tool pouch, the Klein 32500 still indexes cleanly and chews through panel work without a hiccup.

Six months on the bench with the Kraftform 334/6 set: Lasertip biting, Kraftform handle saving the wrist, and a price that finally feels justified.

Five months in a back pocket and a tool roll, the Channellock 526 has earned its keep with crisp jaws, real cutting power, and a tight pivot.

Eight months of framing and trim work, the Occidental 5530M has broken in to fit my hips and shows the wear of a tool that will last decades.