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February 9, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

Pen Style Portable Scissors

Tool:

Raymay Pencut Scissors
http://amzn.to/2DxsJIv

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and these are scissors, if you can believe it. These are Raymay Pencut scissors from Japan. I got them for around $8 on Amazon. And if you want some for yourself, using the Amazon link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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February 8, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , , ,

Cheap, Comfortable Safety Glasses

Tools:

3M Virtua CCS Protective Eyewear
https://amzn.to/2GMsOGn

Corded Reusable Earplugs
https://amzn.to/2GQIoku

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review, this week we’re taking a look at what I think are the best, low-cost safety glasses out there. These are the 3M Virtua CCS. I got them on Amazon for around $7. And by using the link in the description to pick some up, you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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February 7, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , , ,

How to Switch Off Always-On Gadgets

Tool:

Outlet On/Off Switch
https://amzn.to/2GNKwJK

3-prong alternative
https://amzn.to/2GNFBbE

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video I’m going to show you this single-outlet on/off switch. I picked up a 3-pack of these for around $11 on Amazon. If you want to get these same ones, using the Amazon link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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February 1, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

Best Resistor Pack Under $10

Tool:

Joe Knows Electronics 1/4W Resistor Starter Kit (16 Values, 400 Pieces)
https://amzn.to/2HpbRmG

See also…

Joe Knows Electronics 1/4W 1% 86 Value 860 Piece Resistor Kit
https://amzn.to/2GO3lk1
Joe Knows Electronics 630V X7R 10% Capacitor Kit (13 Values, 370 Pieces)
https://amzn.to/2Jw1Apr
Joe Knows Electronics 33 Value 645 Piece Capacitor Kit
https://amzn.to/2qjiTRI
Joe Knows Electronics Semiconductor Kit (320 Transistors & Diodes)
https://amzn.to/2qkST9m

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This time we’re taking a look at this resistor starter kit from Joe Knows Electronics. It’s just $8 on Amazon, it’s one of the best quality resistor variety packs I’ve found. And by using the Amazon link in the description to pick one up you’re helping to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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January 10, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , ,

Put a socket on with your drill

Tool:

Socket Bit Hex Shank Adapter 3pc Set
https://amzn.to/2HaSFYd

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This time we’re taking a look at a socket bit adapter set for a drill or impact driver. These cost me around $8 on Amazon, and if you want to pick some up for yourself you can use the Amazon link in the description which helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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January 9, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , , ,

Extend your drill’s reach

Tool:

Irwin Tools 4935705 1/4in. x 12in. Lock-n-Load Quick Change Bit Holder
https://amzn.to/2JnCcok

Related tools mentioned:
Makita B-35097 Impact Gold Ultra-Magnetic Torsion Insert Bit Holder
https://amzn.to/2J2y7Xr

DEWALT DWARA100 Right Angle Attachment
https://amzn.to/2swZUEk

Socket Bit Hex Shanks
https://amzn.to/2J9iERt

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tool review. This week, we’re looking at a 12-inch bit holder from Irwin. It runs around $9 on Amazon, and by picking one up using the link in the description, you help support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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January 8, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , ,

Quick welding vise

Tool:

IRWIN Tools VISE-GRIP 6-Inch Locking C-Clamp
https://amzn.to/2NlCQkV

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video I’m going to show you this 6-inch Vise-Grip C-Clamp, great for gluing or welding. I got this for around $12 on Amazon, and if you want to pick up the same one, the Amazon link in the description helps to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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January 7, 2020 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,

Unique tape measures compared

Tools:

FastCap PSSR25 25 foot Lefty/Righty Measuring Tape
https://amzn.to/2Nmp6Gn

Komelon Measuring Tape, 1-Inch X 25Ft
https://amzn.to/2LbHHYd

Kutir Measuring Tape, 1-Inch X 25Ft
https://amzn.to/2NRaoZ0

Transcript:

I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and today we’re talking a look at three different 25 foot tape measures. I bought these all from Amazon. I stayed away from name brand just because they tend not to innovate. People buy name brand because they want the same thing, but I’m looking around to see what’s out there that’s different. You can find links to all three in the video description, and by using those links you’re helping to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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November 3, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , ,

$10 Digital Servo Tester Controller Review

Tool: Digital Servo Tester Controller with Voltage Display
http://amzn.to/2BCDYMp

Transcript:

It’s time for another Cool Tools review! This time we’re taking a look at this Servo Tester Control board. I picked this up for $10 on Amazon, and if you want the same one, using the link in the description helps support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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October 30, 2019 AUTHOR: Christine Cain CATEGORIES: Tools Tags: , , , , , ,

$6 Pocket Microscope

Tool:
Pocket Microscope
http://amzn.to/2BzkdF9

Previous Cool Tool Review:
https://kk.org/cooltools/pocket-microscope/

Transcript:
I’m Donald Bell for Cool Tools and in this video we’re taking a look at a pocket microscope. I picked this up for around $6 on Amazon and by using the link in the description to get one for yourself, you help to support my videos and the Cool Tools blog.

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