Hand Tool Reviews

Are you looking to buy new hand tools?  Do you know what brand or manufacturer to buy?  As you know there are so many brands, models and manufacturers to choose from, it’s hard deciding which one is right for you.  Tools in Action tests and reviews the newest hand tools in the marketplace.  Below you can find a list of our recent hand tool reviews to assist you with your buying decision.  Don’t go blindly into your purchasing decision.  Become an informed buyer and know the products in the marketplace.  After reading through our reviews if you still need help, take a look at the Power Tool Forum.  The forum is filled with awesome people who can help answer questions you have.  If you are looking to buy additional tools, take a look at our Power Tool Guides where you can search by different specifications.  Read our hand tool reviews below to get started with your research.

Milwaukee 13 in 1 Screwdriver Review

Milwaukee 13 in 1 Screwdriver Review

Multi-tip screwdrivers are becoming more popular. Maybe not with the tradesman who has been around for a while, but the younger apprentice seems to be...
Milwaukee Pipe Wrench

Milwaukee Pipe Wrench

Milwaukee is starting to make a name in the hand tool world.  It's weird to think back just 5 years ago.  Not even sure...

GearWrench Double X Pliers and Hemostats – Innovative Hand Tools

Long needle nose pliers are usually used in tight compact spaces, but they have one major flaw, You need space for the handles to...

Wilton BASH Sledghammers

I am not a fan of wood handled sledge hammers.  They can easily get damaged when an over strike occurs.  Luckily Wilton has come...
Milwaukee Pipe Cutter Review

Milwaukee Pipe Cutter Review

Over the last couple of years, Milwaukee has been hitting the market hard with new hand tools.  They started their line with universal tools...

New Socket Sets from TEKTON

Socket sets can be a funny thing. If you look across different brands, you'll find dozens of configurations covering different drive sizes, sizes, accessory...

Klein All Purpose Pliers – Today’s Modern Side Arm – J206-8C

Have you ever just picked up a product and it screamed quality right off the bat? Well that is the feeling I get with...

Proto Clik-Stop Adjustable Wrenches

Adjustable wrenches have been around in some fashion since as early as 1842 . While the origin of the basic style as we know...
Milwaukee Screwdriver Review

Milwaukee Screwdriver Review

It's amazing to think how Milwaukee Tool has grown over the last ten years.  Ten years ago no other manufacturer took Milwaukee seriously, now...

Kobalt Xtreme Access and Universal Socket Sets

In November Kobalt will introduce their Universal Socket line.  The Universal sockets are developed to eliminate the need for unique specialty sockets and wrenches....

Gear Wrench – Innovative Hand Tools

I have been a fan of GearWrench for years, I loved their ratcheting wrenches and have had a set for years.  GearWrench has changed...

TEKTON Flex Head Bent Handle Ratchet (14967)

With all the buzz about the new Pittsburgh Pro ratchets, we overlooked a similar but unique release from TEKTON. Employing the same head design...
Hammer Fist

Hammer Fist

What is the Hammer Fist?  The Hammer Fist is a multi-tool that allows a user to perform a wide range of tasks, with the...

Savage Folding Jab Saw – Innovative Shanking!

Jab saws are a must have for anyone, they allow you to quickly cut small material with an accuracy that you cannot get with...

Proto DuraTek Screwdrivers

Well over a year ago rumors started creeping out that Proto was working on a new screwdriver design. Like any new Proto release, this...

Mac Tools TD117COMBOS – Tap and Die Set

If you do any serious automotive, restoration, or general repair work and you need a Tap & Die set. Like anything else, you can...