Leatherman punchdown tool
This sysamin fashioned a punchdown tool (used in telephony and computer networking) out of the large (and largely redundant) flathead driver on his Leatherman Wave multitool. Leatherman Punchdown Tool – [via] Link
Tools
AC-powered LED benchlight
A medium difficulty Instructable to fix a circular magnifier work lamp by converting to a very low energy, high reliability alternative light source that avoids using mercury contaminated florescent light bulbs. AC Powered White LED Circular Magnifier Work Lamp – Link
ATV toolbox
Hey, if fratboys and tailgaters are going to have motorized beer coolers, why not an ATV toolbox? (Although I think the terrain is probably less than all with this mod.) Gas Powered Tool Box – Remix – [via] Link
Refilling Varsity fountain pens
A few years ago, a friend turned me on to Pilot Varsity disposable fountain pens. I have not picked up another stylus since. The only problem is that the pens are kind of hard come by in bricks and mortar office supply and they’re … well disposable. You can refill them with some effort at […]
Leatherman Skeletool mini-review
For those leathermen(and women) out there – The leatherman tool company has released a new slimmed down multitool product, clocking in at a little over 5 ounces. Rain Day magazine shares their hands-on impressions: The Leatherman Skeletool is a minimalist’s multi-tool. It has a pair of plier, a blade, wire cutters, bit driver, and a […]
Laser-engraved Moleskines
Artist, photographer, and laser engraver Joe Mansfield will custom-engrave your Moleskine cover. He also sells an Artist Series. This one was done by Will Scobie. Custom Laser Engraved Moleskine Notebooks – Link
Building the Barrage Garage, Part 2
Meet the Tool-Zine — Outfitting the all-purpose maker’s workshop.