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.

Blackhawk Tools – A Well Kept Secret

The Backstory Once upon a time you could walk into any local hardware or auto parts store and find a decent selection of high quality,...

KLEIN Compact Ratcheting Modular Crimper VDV226-107 Review

I have no idea why I am writing this review as Dan deals with this type of work.  I have run some cat 5...

Milwaukee 8 Piece SCREWDRIVER SET 48-22-2008 – Review

There is usually not too much to say about screwdriver sets except for if they are good quality or bad quality, that is until...
Milwaukee Hand Tools At The Home Depot

Milwaukee Hand Tools At The Home Depot

Hand Tools have their place in any shop. Mechanics need them, yes, but virtually everyone has a need for hand tools at some point....

Hardcore Hammer – The Jackhammer of Hammers

We all know a hammer is just a hammer, right?  After all it’s a simple concept.  You have a heavier object striking a lighter...

Southwire Drivers Review

Southwire released a large lineup of new tools recently, from pocket knives, which we reviewed here, to multimeters and testers. What you may have...
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...
Sunex Hand Tools Review

Sunex Hand Tools Review

Hand Tools are often times the pinnacle of a tool chest. Power Tools have taken over a lot of functions but there are still...

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....

Milwaukee Copper Cutter – Tight Quarter Cutting

Another Milwaukee hand tool is now available for the tradesman.  Any good plumber or tradesman that deals with copper piping knows you need a...
Husky 92pc Socket Set Review

Husky 92pc Socket Set Review

Husky is a power tool company that can trace its roots back to 1924.  If you have ever set foot in a Home Depot,...
Klein Heavy-Duty Cutters Review

Klein Heavy-Duty Cutters Review

All diagonal cutters are pretty much the same, aren’t they? If all you need a pair for is cutting a few zip ties, then...
Milwaukee Bolt Cutter Review

Milwaukee Bolt Cutter Review

Not everyone needs a bolt cutter but when you do, it's extremely handy. A bolt cutter is a very useful tool for cutting chain, bolts,...

Tri-Vise Review

How many times have you cut a piece of material when you have it resting against your leg?  If your like me, proababy the...

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...
Three Bosch utility knives laid out over a work table. The knives from top to bottom are the BOSCH H11-12100-1 retractable utility knife, the BOSCH H11-13000-1 snap-off utility knife, and the BOSCH H11-11100-1 folding utility knife.

Bosch 3-piece Utility Knife Set Review

In October, Bosch released its lineup of 2025 Bosch power tools and equipment that included over 30 new tools. While the majority of this...