5 comments about Leecraft DL-1U Zero Clearance Table Saw Insert for Delta Table Saw.

1. These inserts are excellent. They are rigid, durable, and adjustable to make them flush with the saw table.



2. I bought one to try it; I will be buying more. All I had to do was adjust the screws for a tight fit. Some have criticized the noise level; remember that blades designed for exceptionally smooth cuts will contribute to the noise level because of their inherent design characteristics. If this is a problem for you, cut the initial slot using a blade with a strong alternating angle on the teeth and a wide kerf.
   
   When installing, you might have to increase the relief on the bottom; my blade was all the way down and made contact after only 1/4 turn but I didn't have to increase the relief.
   
   Personally, I'm going to buy at least 2 more; one for 45 degree angles and one for my dado blade. Exceptional quality and price.



3. This is a well designed insert. It is simple to install and I have bought
   3 of these. This insert adds a level of safety. I was getting tired of having little wood slivers flying back at my head due to the factory insert
   that has a good quarter inch of play around the blade.I use one for a dado
   blade and one for a ripping blade. However, you can never have enough of these because of the various dado withs and different thicknesses of blades. 20 dollars is a good insurance policy on your face and eyes.



4. THIS IS A GREAT PRODUCT. THE PRICE IS EXCELLENT. I WOULD HAVE BOUGHT TWO, BUT ONLY ONE WAS AVAILABLE.



5. Good product. High quality melamine surface and adjustable in all directions for a perfect fit

5 comments about DEWALT DW715 Heavy-Duty 15-Amp 12-Inch Compound Miter saw.

1. I have enjoyed using this miter saw. The saw was dead-on accuate out of the box. Tools like this one just reafirm my belief in buying quality the first time.



2. This tool has helped with a variety of projects. More to the point shopping on Amazon saved me $80 from the best price I could find in town.
   Shipping was fast and the product was in perfect condition. I would not hesitate to buy another power tool from Amazon



3. I was looking for a miter saw for a long time and was actually going to buy Delta 10 inch dual bevel saw. I currently own DeWalt drill and am very pleased with it. I purchased this saw for a very good price and it was actually cheaper than other 10 inch saws. (Brand new) Bosch saw was next in line but it's way expensive.
   
   Pros ---
   1> Power. Has enough power to cut 2x4 easily. Haven't tried cutting 4x4 yet but looking at 2x4 cuts, that should not be an issue.
   2> Easy to read miter scale. Large enough to read through sawdust.
   3> Saw Blade. Comes with standard 12 inch DeWalt blade which is good enough for day to day cutting.
   
   Cons ---
   1> Mobility. Awkward to pick up and carry around. Must be picked up horizontally. I would have been nice to have some handle in middle so that it could have picked up vertically.
   2> No laser. At this price, it should come with laser to show where you are cutting.
   3> Dust collection. It has dust collection chute but even when connected to shop vacuum, it doesn't do a good job.
   4> No ruler no fence. This means you need to measure it and then cut it. I pasted paper tape on it as workaround.
   
   Overall, I am very pleased with what I paid vs what I have received.



4. This is a wonderful saw, very powerful, well engineered and easy to use. I would suggest that potential buyers seriously consider also purchasing the hold down clamp. Actually, Dewalt should include this with the saw since you really can't cut with precision unless the work is clamped to prevent drift.
   Dave B.



5. I have used this saw a lot in the past few months. We totally remodeled our house and could not have done it without this saw. It is very smooth operating and adjusts easily. Good size and power for price.

5 comments about Milwaukee 48-59-0260 Multi-Bay 12-Volt to 18-Volt Slide Style 3 Bay 45 Minute Battery Charger.

1. This thing charges fast and charges better than the one that comes with the tools. If you get this you'll never use that one again.



2. Great product!!!! Bought this because my 18 volt batteries were not holding a charge. Received item charged batteries and they are just like new ones again. Cannot say enough about this charger. love it.



3. Received item promptly, as advertised and at a good price. I would buy again from this vendor.



4. great for multiple batteries, don't have to wait on one to charge any more.works for me with 2 14.4 and 1 18 volt drills



5. This charger is a better unit than the single charger that comes with the tools... The single charger seems to cook the batteries instead of charging them. This three bay charger works great and leaving the batteries on the charger does not seem to affect the batteries that I have seen so far, (2 months)...as one reviewer stated...how would you know?

4 comments about Bosch 3453-01 18-Volt Cordless Flashlight, No Battery.

1. Sturdy flashlight, perfect accessery to Bosch cordless tools. Many times in the construction trade, we find ourselves with no power. Bosch tools and flashlight allow us to continue, even in the dark now. Tools pay for themselves quickly. Probably the toughest cordless flashlight on the market. I highly reccommend Bosch cordless tools. Just sold my Makita, Ryobi and Porter Cable cordless sets. Bosch is the best!!!



2. The Bosch 3453-01 18V Cordless Flashlight is a great product. Ergonomic handle that is very comfortable to hold. The stable base and rotating light make it possible to stand the light up and shine the beam on your work leaving both hands free to perform tasks. I am happy that I no longer have to look for a flashlight with good batteries. This is a good add on tool for anyone with other Bosch 18 volt tools. Only downfall of my experience was a longer than expected shipping ( about 2 wks ).



3. Good bright lite for on the job or at home. Battery last only about 45 minutes or so but they charge in 30 minutes so this is not a problem. Thankful to have a bright flashlight at work and not always have to run a cord and plug in a light.



4. I am happily replacing my flashlight with this one because it is the exact same one. I ran mine over while backing up a trailer with a 3/4 ton truck into my driveway. Can you believe the battery was intact ! How tough are these tools ! Bosch is the way to go !

5 comments about Stanley 10-788 Contractor Grade Instant Change Utility Knife.

1. Eric,
   Thanks so much for showing me that. I haven't used it in awhile and I had not idea how I got the blade to stay in before. I got it now. This is a good knife once you get it all locked up exactly like Eric said.
   
   Amy



2. Just received this knife. It jams very easily and the blade is hard to install. Opening the handle to get at the stored blades is cumbersome as well. Needless complexity. I have to get a band aid now, gotta go!



3. I've used utility knives since I was a kid--I'd always watch my dad use them in his store and thought how cool they were. The ones we used to use were the Stanley kind where you had to use a screw driver to replace the blade.
   
   I do a lot of online shopping, and I've learned to read reviews thoroughly... and since I've benefited from reading the reviews of others, I also want to give back and give my feedback for this product.
   
   This was the first product that caught my eye when I searched for "utility knife," and that was because it's title was "Contractor Grade." The name alone should suggest that it's the best model of utility knife that they make--to me, I thought, "Contractors would use this tool for a living and to do their daily jobs." If this is what the pro's use, then it must be the best one out there.
   
   So after getting the product and using it for about a month and a half now, I can say that this is the best utility knife I've ever used.
   - Weight: It feels heavy and firm/sturdy in my hands, and not like a cheap toy
   - Capacity: Holds 5+ spare blades in the storage compartment
   - It cuts! It's also very sharp (but I guess that depends on the blades you get)
   - Very easy to use
   - String cutting feature is nice, but I don't use it very often
   
   I feel like if I ever went camping, or was trying to survive in the outdoors, this is one of the tools I'd have with me, simply because it is so versatile.
   
   I'd like to reiterate what another reviewer, Eric Pruss said: the instructions that come with this tool aren't very detailed, and I had to follow Eric's suggestions to be able to change and install blades properly. The key is that you have to put the blade switch all the way to the forward position, and then fully depress the yellow button when installing or removing the blade.
   
   I highly recommend this product, and would by more of them if and when I need to.



4. At first you will think this is too complicated. It is AMAZINGLY simple and great. I'm buying my 3d one today (for different locations).
   
   I bought this without first having read the reviews. It's description seemed enough. Then when I attempted to put in the first blade, I was ready to throw it through a window. The instructions made ZERO sense -- and still don't. Then I read one of the reviews, which described things more clearly.
   
   To install a blade, first depress the brass button on the top and move it all the way forward until it touches the black rubber cushion. It will stay there. THEN depress the yellow button on the side and simply slide in the new blade as far as it will go. Let go of the yellow button, pull the brass button back and the new blade disappears inside, ready for use without any problems. Once you know this, CHANGING BLADES IS EASIER THAN ANY OTHER - no screws or taking it apart needed.
   
   And there's a handy storage bin in the handle that drops down at the push of a button to hold new blades and the used blades. No fuss whatsoever.



5. It is very sharp and it gets the job done. The only concern is that the blade doesn't come out as smooth as I would like it to do.

5 comments about Stanley 12-920 6-1/4-Inch Contractor Grade Block Plane.

1. Bought it to throw into my helper's tool bag. Definetly not for precision work. Lock is flimsy, blade is thin, takes a lot of effort to set the blade depth to just where you want it. If you want a real block plane, go Veritas or Lie Nielsen!



2. It works very well. I sometimes expect a smoother adjustment on hand planes.



3. With a little tuning this plane performs nicely. Sure you can buy much more expensive planes that will perform better out of the box but for the moderate user this plane is a great value. Trueing your plane only takes a little time and is well worth the effort. I'm sure those who have rated this tool poorly do not know how to tune a plane. The mechanism is not quite up to par with really expensive planes but with a little work can be made to perform within good limits. Microns do not necessarily good woodwork/furniture make...



4. Mine came without a flat bottom (so did my expensive Veritas). Flatten the bottom and sharpen and this is a fine block plane. Don't get me wrong - my Veritas is a much nicer tool with a much nicer blade but I keep this one adjusted differently and use it almost as much. In soft woods with a sharp blade the difference is not noticeable.



5. If you have some time and skill to fine tune this plane, it has the potential to be a useful tool. I was initially taken aback by how much refining the plane needed. I dont mean just honing. It comes with an edge that needs work before it can be honed to the point I would call it sharp. The other parts fit tightly, causing you to fight them just to make an adjustment. I expected better fit and finish. I like a plane, or any other tool to work smoothly, like it was passed down to you from your grandfather.
   It isn't something that a little time and patience can't fix. And I suppose that you could make the argument that this fine tuning will make you more familar and thus more confident with this tool.
   All in all, it's worth the price. Just plan on breaking it in.

5 comments about Stiletto TICLW12 ClawBar Titanium Nail Puller.

1. I have had this puller for 2 years of heavy usage. It has shown some wear and tear but all others that I have owned which is all that the H Depot sells have broken. This thing is solid but light I have been beaten on it with my milled face hammer almost everyday. It has dents in it but it doesn't mushroom like those others do. If this one ever get stolen or lost I will get another/ But as it is now it looks like I might pass this on to my son when he's ready.



2. I have used this great tool for about two years now with much satisfaction. It is very lightweight, yet feels nice and solid in your hand. The angles on both ends have worked very well for me. As far as durability it seems to still be in almost new condition despite two years of use. I must admit I may have babied it a little at times, not trusting it with full force because it is so light. But I have come to realize the low weight does not mean weaker. The reason I did not give it five stars is twofold. First of all the dimpler does not work quite as well as I envisioned it might. The dimpler just barely fits around the head of a 16d framing nail which makes it a little hard to start without possible driving the head further. Also it can be a little jarring on the hand holding the cat's paw. Second, the notch in each claw does not narrow down enough to grab most finish and brad nails easily. This may simply be not easy to do while maintaining durability, and also may be a little unrealistic expectation since this is more of a rough framing tool than a finish tool. Despite the higher price when compared to steel cat's paws I definitely feel this tool was worth it. And at the end of the day my shoulders and hips thank me for leaving a little weight out of my belt.



3. Guy I work with sprung the $80 bucks for the thing. I was standing next to him while building a wall and he tried to pull a 16d common out with it. Snapped one of the teeth right off. Never seen anything like it. Perhaps it was a bad sample, who knows.
   
   dimpler was really cool design feature, though. YMMV. Good luck.



4. I will never use another Nail Puller other than the Stiletto ClawBar.
   
   I bought this Stiletto Titanium Nail Puller.
   I liked it allot and so did my Co-Workers, so I bought seven(7) of them at discount for $77.20 a piece (including shipping!) and sold them to my Co-Workers for the same amount. None of them broke and they work very well, however there are some things you should know or should do.
   
   1) Take some 3/16 thick blaze-orange/yellow/green, cord/rope, and thread the cord through the holes of the nail puller. Starting at the far end and working up to the "Stiletto" logo, tie off, and fill the last two holes (that have the knots you just tied) with high-temp glue-gun glue to hold it in place. This is so if you drop it on the snow,dirt,sand,backfill,water,mud, you will see it, and will not loose it, also helps the grip wen its raining. This will also help you see you're Stiletto Nail puller from far away wen a co-worker snags it and is up on the roof with it, and you can give him a ear full.
   If they take it again, introduce the mans arm to the chop saw...
   
   2) Switch to a Titanium framing hammer, One I like is
   Vaughan 07165 16-Ounce Dalluge Titanium Hammer, 19-Inch Curved Hickory Handle
   Use-ing a Titanium hammer will be allot nicer to the Titanium Nail puller, I found that hitting it with a steel headed hammer dents it a bit more.
   Also, use-ing a smooth face Titanium hammer is even better against this Nail puller than a milled one.
   
   3) All Nail puller claws can be dented or chiped, and a Titanium one is no exception. Take the time to line up the claws so they go around the nail, and not into the nail head or shaft. Take the time to do this and it will last a long time. Never attempt to pull out Tico Nails(joist hanger nails) that are in and against a hanger plate, this will dent the Stiletto Nail puller claws quicker than you can swear/curse.
   Keep a Bear Claw(call it the loner) laying around on the deck near the blueprints table just in case you need to do this.
   Here is a big one good for any job:
   Vaughan & Bushnell BC13 13-Inch Bear Claw Nail Puller
   
   Dimpler: This works best for taking out Hand Nails. Nail-Gun Nails are usually launched in to deeply for the Dimpler to be effective. If you can, adjust the PSI on the compressor so the nails aren't "lanced through to the 4th dimension".
   The Dimpler does not work on OSB very well at all, don't even try.
   Be careful not to strike the Dimpler nipple with the hammer wen sinking the claws in to the wood, its possible to knock a chunk off the Dimpler nipple (you have to hit it very hard, but its happened once that I know of).
   
   Remember:
   DO-NOT-EVER lone out you're Stiletto ClawBar!
   If some guy asks for it just say out loud,
   "Why buy it? wen you can borrow it! -hah!" and laugh.
   If they ask again, offer to sell it to them, if they refuse point to the 13 inch Bear Claw lying on the blue print table.
   
   Or you can buy the worst Nail Puller ever made for use as "The Loner" this thing will teach em to put there nails in straight the first time.
   Dead On EX12 12-5/8-Inch Exhumer Nail Puller/Saw Wrench/Nail Pic/ Bottle Opener



5. I am a home owner and do some contract work, hence a tool goo roo. I try to buy the best tools I can so it motivates me to work. Anyhow knowing that I ordered this. It took forever to get from Tool King (not Amazons fault). My first impression is not that good. I was expecting it to be light, it is light but not as light as you would think, I don't think the cost difference is worth the less weight. The finish also leaves allot to be desired there where allot of deep gouges, grinding marks and mold marks. The tool is functional for the price although I already chipped a tooth and can't return it. I was hoping for something I could pull out of my tool belt and people would say that is nice, it really is not that tool in fact I leave it home most of the time because it is not that impressive and I don't want to loose it or break it. I only take it if I know I will be carrying it on my tool belt all day because it is lighter. Anyhow seems to do the job but so does a $12 pry bar.

5 comments about Mayhew 41500 TWEAKER.

1. I've always used homemade versions of the tweaker out of wood and thought it was time to try the real thing. It works ok, but the handle is too short to lever the worst 2x6's around without getting some unneeded arm exercise. If it was maybe 6-8 inches longer and a little lighter and still sold for the 30 some bucks, then I would be impressed.



2. This tool does what its made for. It works very well for straightening twisted studs. Basically for 2x4 or 2x6 lumber anything bigger and it doesn't have the grip necessary to straighten.



3. Works pretty well for holding things straight, leveraged by one knee so I can get a few nails in place. When you work alone you occasionally need a third arm.



4. The Short of it:
   
   If you only have the money for one tool, skip this one and purchase the Stanley Fatmax. It comes in two sizes, and is a much better made tool for similar money.
   
   The Long of it:
   
   The finish on the Tweaker identifies it's "Made in Taiwan" construction (i.e. poor); and, as pointed out by others, the inner claw is too small to obtain a firm grip if you have a really stubborn board to deal with. I do like the apparent ability for this tool to be hammered into tight places for prying; and the "handle" would lend itself well to extension with a piece of metal pipe for some real prying assistance.
   
   However, I am not sure of the quality of the metal, so any "assistance" applied as I indicated above (i.e. hammering, or using a pipe for an extended handle) is at your discretion. I find that any tool "Made in Taiwan" seldom stands up to 'normal' use, let alone going above and beyond.
   
   The Bottom line:
   
   The Fatmax is able to handle thicker stock, for the heavier joists and such. It is a much more finished tool, and I would not be too worried to add a little "assistance" to it to get a job done.
   If you have the money to purchase several tools, there are some functions that this tool may perform better then the Fatmax, so go ahead and get one. I did. Nice idea, but I think I would have skipped it if I had seen it close-up before I bought it.



5. Builders best friend. No need to hunt through piles of lumber for straight, 2x4, 2x6 lumber... This "TWEAKER" will allow you to make the necessary adjustments to bring any lumber into line.
   Whether decking or framing, This has the pull you need.

5 comments about Shark Corp 21-2225 10-Inch Prybar and Nail Puller.

1. I've had two size Shark tools for over 1 year now. They are absolutely outstanding. I've found them to be much better than standard pry bars. These tools are light weight. Their prying end starts very slim enabling you to get started easily on any pry job (for example, great for prying off fence boards. I highly recommend one (or even two if you select the two sizes) to have with you always.



2. This is a great contractor grade tool. It is great for removing moulding or baseboards. The nail puller was very good even for nailgun nails. Remember it is a small tool so if your trying to pull apart 2x4's nailed together you wont have enough leverage.



3. When we pulled up our carpet we found, to our surprise, hardwood floors underneath. While it was a terrific find, we discovered (at least) one problem: A former owner had apparently tried to fix floor squeaks by (seemingly) randomly pounding common nails of varying lengths into the floor. The heads were all flush with or even below the surface of the floor. Nothing in my toolbox had a chance of pulling them - but then I came across this wonderful little tool.
   
   Causing little or no damage to the floor, the Shark pulled up nearly a hundred nails with 100% success. I actually started hoping I would find more nails as we pulled up more carpet.
   
   And the sliver-thin pry is amazing as well. I was able to take up the tack strips in their entirety without hardly a sound, and removing molding is now amazingly smooth.
   
   The Shark is definitely one of the best $20 tool purchases I have ever made!



4. I just removed interior trim using the Shark Prybar and Nail Puller. The relatively thin blade tip makes it easy to get in between the trim and the underlying wall. The nail puller is well placed to provide leverage, and is much easier than a nail puller on a hammer to get into small spaces to remove framing and finish nails.



5. This is a nice tool but honestly do not think it is worth MORE THAN 10 bucks. Even at 10 inches, the shank is really small for my large hands. Made in China like most everything, I think you could go to Home Depot and get one at almost twice the size for about the 16-17 range. The small size and cost factor gives this a 3 Star only. I was mildly disappointed.

1 comments about Kreg KMS7723 1/2-Inch Self-Adhesive Measuring Tape.

1. We have been marking our kids heights in our closet on the wall for the last 4 1/2 years. When the boys would ask how tall they were I would have to run and find a tape measure to measure from the floor to their mark on the wall. I wanted to find a chart but I only found cutesy baby type ones that went to about 4 feet. My 13 year old son still likes to be measured so I was not finding what I needed. Then I wondered if anyone sold a tape measure with an adhesive backing and SURE ENOUGH they do. Then the hardest decision was what width? Right or Left? ha ha Anyway, it is now stuck to our closet wall and the boys can check their own height any time they choose. I even have my mark up there to prove to them and myself that I am STILL 5'8".