Reviews

Seven months in a working tool van, the DeWalt ToughSystem 2.0 Large has held its latches and survived job-site abuse.

Six months on framing and cabinet jobs, the Stabila 196-2 has held its calibration through drops and a humid summer.

Six months in a working belt sheath, the Leatherman Surge has handled the heavy cutting and prying tasks the Wave+ struggles with.

After 7 months in pocket and bag, the Victorinox SwissTool Spirit X has held its precise European feel and tight tool tolerances.

Eight months on the lift with the GearWrench 9412: 72-tooth ratcheting box ends, tight tolerances, and one persistent gripe about the rack.

After 9 months on plumbing and bench work, the Cobra 87 01 250 has shifted my opinion of every other adjustable plier I own.

After a year on the belt, the Leatherman Wave+ has earned its reputation as the multi-tool most pros eventually settle on.

After 4 months of cabinet, deck, and trim work, the Empire EM81.36 has held calibration and earned its place in my truck for the price.

Eleven months in a working pouch, the Klein D213-9NE has earned its reputation: tight pivot, NE knurl, and cutters that still bite 6 AWG.

4.5 peak HP, a real wet pickup capability, and the right capacity for a sedan interior detail or a workshop spill make this Shop-Vac the no fuss garage.