Jake von Slatt has posted an update to his Gas Mask Respirator page at the Steampunk Workshop. He writes: Sometimes when I’m working in the shop I just need to wear a respirator for a short period. For instance if I just need to walk into the paint area to shoot a second coat on […]
Tim sent in these chocolate tools from Sicily, Italy — with actual working nuts and bolts, and moveable parts!
Jai Dixon reviews this portable construction workstation for Cool Tools: I use this portable desk as a stationary desk at work and love it. If you need to relocate your workspace for whatever reason, it folds into a large portfolio style case with handles, so it’s quite easy to move your ‘hub’ with you. You […]
These are awesome! 12 for $8.50! – This innocent-looking 1″ dia. flat steel bagel is really a very versatile pocket screwdriver. What makes it so effective is the range of edge thickness (from 0.030″ to 0.090″) created by a ramp formed on one side. It replaces dimes, quarters and table knives, all of which have […]
Ryan writes – In the past I’ve used the third hands/helping hands available at chain electronics shops and have been frustrated with their usability. So I decided to make my own. The best part, aside from the ease of use, is all the attachments you can make for it. It’s great for electronics as well […]
Avi Abrams of Dark Roasted Blend and James Golbey of Dump Trumpet have put together a gallery of cool, crazy, and innovative office tools. As an unrepentant office supply fetishist (a “swingliner?”), I can appreciate this sorta thing. Anybody seen my red stapler? – Link
Not THAT’s a pair of “Helping Hands.” Meet Big Daddy Hands – Link
