Tools-N-Tips tagged hand
Figure 9 Rope Tightener
This product eliminates the need for knots. I know, it is a good idea to learn how to tie knots, but this makes a lot of things much easier: tie down loads, hang a tarp, secur... Read More
Type(s): Tip
Tags: rope, knots, handy, tight, travel,
Finding Vintage Hand Tools
If you're looking for a well-loved tool, eBay or Craigslist are probably the places to hit first, but there are a lot of websites dedicated to selling you the perfect vintage ... Read More
Comments: 1
Type(s): Hand Tool, Source or Store, Tip
Tags: hand+tools vintage resource
How to Remove Pine Sap from Your Hands
It’s the holiday season and between steam punking your wreath and putting homemade solar LED lights on your tree, there is a fair chance that at some point you will have ... Read More
Comments: 2
Type(s): Tip
Tags: Pine+Sap hand+sanitizer
MacGyver Handbook
MacGyver always seemed like one of one of those "kids, don't try this at home" shows. Well, that was up until this spiffy book came out that includes a complete listing of eve... Read More
Type(s): Book
Tags: Macgyver handbook
PlugGrip
The PlugGrip is used to assist in the installation and removal of electrical outlets. I found this tool at Lowes and had never heard of it until it caught my eye as I was pick... Read More
Comments: 2
Type(s): Hand Tool
Tags: "handtool", "electrical", "installation"
Pressure Handle
This drill accessory is great. If you do any drilling, it can definitely save bits by applying steady pressure. It works on power drills: replace the handle with this and it w... Read More
Type(s): Power Tool
Tags: power+drill pressurehandle
Punch Happy
If you have sheet material you need to make neat holes in, nothing beats a Roper-Whitney #5 Jr. Compact, powerful, reliable, and hand-powered, a #5 Jr. will punch holes throug... Read More
Type(s): Hand Tool
Tags: hand punch
Spray Can Trigger Handle
No more tired index fingers! With the Spray Can Trigger-Handle avoid the frustration of keeping even pressure applied to the plastic nub on the top of the spray paint can. T... Read More
Comments: 1
Type(s): Art Supply, Hand Tool
Tags: spray paint handle
Stylish Leg Purse
Doesn't everybody want a secret pocket on their person to store useful gadgets? Having just watched a sleep-inducing cigarette procured from a garter-case in The Spy Who Loved... Read More
Type(s): Organizing Tool
Tags: leg purse hands+free
SwitchGrip
The SwitchGrip is used to assist with the installation and removal of light switches. I came across this tool after we purchased the PlugGrip for our remodel. We were just as ... Read More
Type(s): Hand Tool
Tags: "handtool" "electrical" "installation" light+switches
The Big Box of Monster Garage
It's hard to find a set of books that appeals to geeks, car junkies, TV cable fans, and connoisseurs of good design, but this is exactly what Motorbooks has achieved with its ... Read More
Type(s): Book
Tags: customize handbook
