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Jan 27, 2026

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Blast From The Past: Revisiting The November Tool Drops That Changed The Game

Blast From The Past: Revisiting The November Tool Drops That Changed The Game In the world of power tools, some months just hit different. Looking back at this past November, it wasn't just the start of winter; it was a massive turning point for the heavy hitters in the industry. While most people were focused on holiday shopping, the real pros were eyeing the specs on a few specific releases that have since become staples on the job site. Let’s take a walk down memory lane and see why these drops still matter.The biggest story of the month was undoubtedly Makita flexing its muscles with the 40V XGT High Torque Impact Driver. ... Read More
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Mar 3, 2026

Product Guides

Demystifying Torque: What It Means For Drills, Drivers, And Wrenches

Demystifying Torque: What It Means For Drills, Drivers, And Wrenches You're staring down a lag bolt that has been rusted in place since the Reagan administration, and your bargain-bin drill just gave up the ghost with a sad little whine. We've all been there. When you're standing in the power tool aisle or scrolling, trying to figure out what gear to buy, you're going to see a ton of numbers thrown around. The biggest difference between the toys and the professional-grade equipment is torque. But what is torque, really? It is not just some fancy engineering term printed on the box to make it look cool. It is the absolute ... Read More
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Feb 13, 2026

Industry News

The History Of The Drill: How We Went From Heavy Metal To Lithium-Ion Freedom

The History Of The Drill: How We Went From Heavy Metal To Lithium-Ion Freedom If you’re on a job site today, you probably take that brushless, high-torque, battery-powered beast on your hip for granted. You grab it, you pull the trigger, and it just works. But it wasn’t always this easy. There was a time when drilling a hole meant dragging around a generator, hunting for an outlet, or wrestling a tool that weighed more than a bag of concrete.We decided to look back at the tape. We’re revisiting the history of the drill, tracing the lineage from the clunky iron giants of the 19th century to the smart-sensing marvels we stock today. ... Read More
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Feb 12, 2026

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July 2025 New Tools: The Releases That Had Everyone Talking (And Why They Still Matter)

July 2025 New Tools: The Releases That Had Everyone Talking (And Why They Still Matter) Remember July 2025? Yeah, that month when it felt like every major tool manufacturer decided to drop their heavy hitters all at once. We're talking about Milwaukee finally giving people what they've been screaming for, DEWALT solving a problem that plumbers didn't even know could be solved, and Evolution saying, "Why choose between two saws when you can have both?"We dropped a video at the end of that month highlighting what landed on AcmeTools.com, and honestly, the response was exactly what we hoped for. Over 400 views from contractors, tradesmen, and gear heads who care about this stuff. Not ... Read More
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Mar 15, 2026

Product Guides

The Pro’s Guide to Brushless Motors: What They Really Mean for You

The Pro’s Guide to Brushless Motors: What They Really Mean for You When you're running a crew, true leadership isn't about sitting in the air-conditioned truck and having other people work for you. It means showing up to the job site every single day, grinding it out, and genuinely helping the young men and women on your team become the absolute best versions of themselves, both on and off the clock. You want them to succeed more than you do. But you cannot foster that kind of high-level success if you are handing them outdated, underperforming equipment. The word "brushless" gets slapped on almost every toolbox in the aisle these days, but ... Read More
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Feb 5, 2025

Product Guides

Makita GWT10 40V MAX XGT 1″ Impact Wrench

Makita GWT10 40V MAX XGT 1″ Impact Wrench New impact wrench delivers high torque variable speeds and ideal balance for a wide range of applications February 05, 2025, La Mirada, CA – Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high-quality professional tools,power equipment, and accessories, has released the 40V max XGT® 4-Sp. High-Torque 1″ Sq. Drive DHandle Extended Anvil Impact Wrench (GWT10), which can deliver… Read More
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Mar 21, 2019

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Is Milwaukee Tool’s 1″ Cordless Impact Wrench Too Good?

Is Milwaukee Tool’s 1″ Cordless Impact Wrench Too Good? When ironworkers assemble a building or a bridge, they rely on large, heavy, electric impact wrenches. Milwaukee Tools has just released their M18 Cordless 1″ Impact Wrench (2867-22). With its fastening torque of 1500 ft-lbs and nut-busting torque of 1800 ft-lbs, this tool is ideal for all. It’s especially great for users that fasten bolts… Read More
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May 10, 2023

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Metabo HPT 36V Multivolt 3/4″ Impact Wrench

Metabo HPT 36V Multivolt 3/4″ Impact Wrench Introducing the Metabo HPT WR36DFQ4M: The Ultimate Cordless Impact Wrench for Professionals. Metabo HPT, a leading brand in power tools, is thrilled to announce the highly anticipated launch of its latest innovation: the WR36DFQ4M – a 36V MultiVolt™ Cordless 3/4″ High-Torque Impact Wrench. Packed with cutting-edge features and designed to deliver unparalleled performance, this impact… Read More

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