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AccuSharp 001 Knife Sharpener

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: Accusharp


I'm a big Cooks Illustrated fan. Saw the review on America's Test Kitchen and jumped on this one. I own lots of overpriced underperforming kitchenware and gadgets. This thing does indeed perform. I have many different knives -- Forschner Fibrox, Henckels, etc...-- some pretty expensive. I have a $35 Henckels ceramic sharpener and a more expensive honing tool -- neither comes close to this simple device. I have sharpened all my knives with it and they are as close to razor sharp as they were when purchased. Gave this as a gift to a relative and will buy for others as the opportunity comes! For the price, it's a no-brainer.

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Leatherman 830850 Skeletool CX Multitool

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: Leatherman

March 15, 2008
I bought this without even looking at one in real life. I was a little apprehensive about the purchase but it looked too cool.

It showed up about 3 days after I bought it and I use it every day now. The CX has the better knife and still has a nice tip to it. Some knives break off when using them but not this one. It is a nice shape to save your hands a bit and looks very unique. It is basically a knife and pliers. The other bottle opener works good and the screw driver is alright but not for anything serious.

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Zibra ZPCOPEN-OR Open It Universal Package Opener

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: Zibra


Until Amazon manages to get everything packaged in frustration-free packaging, this little toy is a great thing. My favorite part is the bent scissors that let you cut the plastic close to the edge without getting your hand scratched up. This is a wonderful thing.

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Strait-Line 6041300CD Intersect 1/8-Inch at 15 Feet Self Leveling Crossed Line Laser

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: IRWIN


I really don't see how reviewers can compare this laser level to similar "professional" ones.

After reading some of the raving reviews and seeing that the level was available real cheap, I decided it was worth a try; I thought I'd use it to help level some joists while refinishing my attic.

Unfortunately, the laser beam is very weak. It's never very bright, and rapidly fades away from the center. So while it may be visible out to ten feet (the product claims 20), you only get a visible line on either side of the center cross for a few degrees. Just a few feet of projected line seems functionally equivalent to a point.

In fact, I can't even see using it to hang pictures. A single picture is easy enough with a vial ... Read More:

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Leatherman 934870 40 Bit Assortment with Nylon Sheath

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: Leatherman


I already owned a Leatherman tool so I know how handy they are...I put this one in my truck and have already used it once at the gas station to help out another customer. The tool is strong and compact... and with the bits there's not much you can't try to do. "Peace of Mind" for me in the event I need to "Magiver" something.!!

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Strait-Line 6045704 2-Tool Combo Kit - 6041101 Laser level 120 & 6041501 Stud Finder 150

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: Strait-Line


According to my hub, this is a good product and he is a handy man. Hope this help.

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IceDozer Plus

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: Ice Dozer


I bought the dozer after a bad freezing rain storm that took me over 45 minutes to clear the ice off of my car. 2 similar storms have came since I received the product. Both times using it, I have been done scraping ice in less than 5 minutes and my morning commute was not delayed due to scraping ice. Most of the time big chunks come right off-its sweet. It almost seems that the ice hasn't been as tough as the first storm. I havent had any problems with the quality or durability. I use the corner of the blade to expose a little bit of windshield, then let the full blades do the rest with a little elbow grease. Ice comes off easily. No worries.IceDozer Plus

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KR Tools 10039 13-Piece Builders Pal Children's Tool Kit

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: KR Tools


I bought the dozer after a bad freezing rain storm that took me over 45 minutes to clear the ice off of my car. 2 similar storms have came since I received the product. Both times using it, I have been done scraping ice in less than 5 minutes and my morning commute was not delayed due to scraping ice. Most of the time big chunks come right off-its sweet. It almost seems that the ice hasn't been as tough as the first storm. I havent had any problems with the quality or durability. I use the corner of the blade to expose a little bit of windshield, then let the full blades do the rest with a little elbow grease. Ice comes off easily. No worries.IceDozer Plus

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Leatherman 830039 New Wave Multitool with Leather Sheath

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: Leatherman Tool Group, Inc


Great convenience in a small package. The one problem is that the temper on the blade is not great. I used the blade to remove some stapes and I got big nicks in the blade. A cheap knife would have done better. It resharpened, but that is not the objective.

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KINTREX IRT0421 Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer with Laser

Childrens Toy Shop > Tools & Hardware > Hand Tools
from: KINTREX


This is one very handy tool at a nice price.

First, the display is backlit and very readable inside, but just a bit faint outside in bright daylight. It fits the palm of the hand better than other devices belonging to friends I've tried, and provides sturdy, dependable, and accurate information indoors.

I bought mine to check for temperature leaks for recaulking and insulating my house, but I am astounded to how useful it is indoors. First, in the kitchen, check that oven temperature or the outside of the loaf of bread you are baking. I bought mine for that, although remember what other writers have said about how large an area you may be measuring relative to the laser pointer.

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