About The Author

Chris Boll

News Editor

When he doesn't have his hands on tools himself, Chris is often the man behind the camera lens making the rest of the team look good. In his free time, you might find Chris with his nose jammed in a book, or tearing out his remaining hair while watching Liverpool FC. He enjoys his faith, family, friends, and the Oxford comma.

News & Opinion January 17, 2021 0

Are Loose Lithium-ion Battery Cells Dangerous?

The question comes up on the heels of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s warnings to avoid buying or using […]

Tool Storage Reviews & Buying Guides January 16, 2021 0

Southwire Sumner Knock Down Stor Mac

Sumner Creates a Collapsible Cart for High Visibility Sumner, now a subsidiary of Southwire Tools released the Knock Down Stor […]

Battery and Charger Reviews January 15, 2021 0

Metabo 10Ah LiHD Battery

Metabo Busts Out the Big Battery Metalworkers have a good chance of knowing Metabo for their fine cordless and corded […]

Oscillating Multi Tool Reviews January 10, 2021 0

Makita Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool Review XMT035

We tested dozens of oscillating multi-tools leading up to our latest head-to-head review of the category. Among the most popular […]

News & Opinion January 7, 2021 0

What is a Rare-Earth Magnet? Inside Power Tools

Rare-earth magnets have become a common feature in the world of power tools. But have you ever wondered what differentiates […]

Wrench Reviews & Buying Guides December 23, 2020 0

LENOX Cast Iron Pipe Wrenches

LENOX Tools Gets Further Involved In the Hand Tool Game with Cast Iron Pipe Wrench We’ve been taking a look […]

Hilti TE 70-ATC/AVR SDS-Max Combination Hammer

Demo & Rotary Hammer Reviews & Buying Guides December 21, 2020 0

Hilti TE 70-ATC SDS-Max Combination Hammer

Hilti Next-Gen Combination Hammer Drills 40% Faster in Reinforced Concrete The Hilti TE 70-ATC with AVR presents a next-generation SDS-Max […]

Tool Reviews December 17, 2020 0

Ryobi 18V HP Brushless 1/4″ Impact Driver (PBLID01B)

Ryobi HP Impact Driver Works Overtime So You Don’t Have To Ryobi has two more impact drivers joining the HP […]

Tool Accessory Reviews December 17, 2020 0

Hilti TE-YPX SDS-Max Pointed Chisels

Hilti SDS-Max Chisels Work 3X Longer Than Standard SDS Max Chisels If you’ve never put any thought into your pointed […]

Workwear Reviews & Safety Equipment December 16, 2020 0

Milwaukee Safety Glasses and Lenses Explained

Milwaukee offers a comprehensive lineup of safety glasses, all of which are designed to keep you safe and productive on […]