Woodworkers Supply says this paw design offer greater holding strength because the open pads allow dust to fall through and between the toes of the micro-textured traction surfaces. The pads are also designed to let users insert a common 3/8" dowel to elevate your work piece for painting or other finishing needs. This same hole can be used to screw the Paws to your work surface for more permanent applications. The Bench Paws even include on-board storage for the dowels and screws.

The Bench Paws do cost a little more then the Bench Cookies at a price of $19.99 for a set of four paws, four dowels, and 4 screws. Made in Wyoming, USA.

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Oscillation tools have quickly become the top tool on everybody's wish list. Because they are useful in so many applications, the tools are sought after by remodelers, electricians, plumbers, finish carpenters, and DIYer's. The oscillation tool market is still rapidly growing, but with each new tool, it becomes more and more fragmented. Why? Because every manufacture uses a different proprietary blade. In many cases, accessories from one brand will not work on the other brand.

Bosch is taking the step that is needed to bring unity to a tool that really needs it by introducing the Oscillating Interface System (OIS). They hope the new interface system will be used as the standard by all other tool manufacturers. This might seem like an impossible task, but this is not a first for Bosch. They have already managed to do the exact same thing in the jigsaw market with the T-shank blade design, and in the rotary hammer market with the SDS bit.

"OIS is a unique 12-pin system from Bosch that provides a secure, reliable connection between the tool and the accessory. That's important, especially with today's high-torque oscillating tools," says Ken Osberg, Bosch Group Product Manager. "It also enables users to position accessories in 12 different angles to deliver great maneuverability and access to work spaces."

The Bosch OIS blades are in stores now, and the OIS adapter will be launching this fall.

Bosch

This is one of the first articles ever written on ToolRank, and now it has been updated with even better shopping information. Kind of like Tool Buyers Guide 2.0. Use this guide to help you find the right tool for your needs, without going over budget.

In this article, I will talk about the best way to go about shopping for any type of power tool, this guide will probably even work for just about anything you would want to buy online, with a few changes. If you are shopping for a new power tool, then you probably have some idea of what type of tool you are looking for. Once you have an idea of what you are looking for, we can get started.

1. The first thing you should do is get a piece of paper, so you can make a list.
2. Next you want to come up with a budget. Once you have a maximum price set, you should write it down and stick with it. The last thing you want to do is go out looking for a $50 tool and come home to an angry wife after you have spent $200.
3. Write down what you expect out of the tool in order of importance. You might only be able to get half the features you want, to stay within your price range. This is where you will have to compromise on features, or you will have to increase your budget. You need to find the right balance, and this is what makes shopping so hard.
4. Its time for research. You obviously have access to the Internet if you are reading this, so now is the time to visit all the manufactures websites. Find the type of tools you are looking for, make sure they have the features you need, then write down the model numbers. You might even find out a tool has other features you didn't think you needed.
5. Go to Amazon and check the model numbers to see if they are within your price range. Amazon might not be the lowest price, but they will give you a good idea on what the tool is going for. Adjust your list of tools. In many cases, Amazon will also let you know if there is a new version of the tool you are looking for.
6. Here is where I come in. Read other peoples reviews. If its not on Tool-Rank.com, then do a search on the Internet, its not hard. In the search box type "manufacture, model number, review" and hit enter. Ex. "Makita BHR240 review". If the tool doesn't have a model number, then use specific terms associated with that tool. Read as many reviews as possible. Be sure to read both the good reviews as well as the bad reviews. What is bad for someone else might be good for you, and vice versa. Now its up to you to make some judgement calls. Adjust your tool list again.
7. Now you need to weigh all the information you have gathered thus far to come up with a model from your list that meets your needs and and falls within your budget. Like I said, this is hard, and you will probably have to sacrifice on something.
8. Lets go shopping; it is not just about finding the right tool, it is also about finding the right store. Always remember, if something looks to good to be true, it probably is. If you find a tool online that is way under priced, go to resellerratings.com and do a search on the website. There you will find a review on the online store. A lot of times these crazy low priced stores will lead you to believe that you are buying a complete tool package, but then try to sell you the accessories that should have already been included. I like to stick with well known online tool stores like Amazon, ToolBarn, and Rockler , to name a few. They are not always the lowest, but they are reliable. A couple more dollars is sometimes worth a bit of security.
9. Have you considered buying reconditioned tools? In most cases these tools are in new or like new condition, and will carry the same manufacture warranty as new tools. The price savings could be worth it. Check out the CPO outlets.
   STOP. Don't buy anything yet.
10. We need coupons. Look online for deals. Head over to the deals forums, and see if we have any coupons or deals on the tools you are looking for. You might even find a rebate for a free tool with purchase. My local tool store has a 20% off sale twice a year, so I try to save all my tool purchases for then. If you don't need the tool right away, wait and try to find a deal.
11. Take your list of tools, find the best deal you can possibly find, then buy. Just don't buy the whole list.
12. Now that you own your new tool, be sure to test it out for a while, then submit your review here at ToolRank. This is how you can make Tool-Rank.com a better place.

The Home Décor Kit (Model FP260096) is for the person that likes to do crafts, reupholster furniture, do a bit of artistic painting, etc. This is a kit you might find a designer on TV using. The kit includes: 1-gallon air compressor, storage bag, 3/8 in. upholstery stapler, staples, pin nailer, pin nails, staple remover, sanding block, plug, coupler, 24 foot air hose, project DVD, and Bonus air brush kit. Suggested retail is $140.

The Home Improvement Project Kits are for, you guessed it, home repair. They offer many of the tools you would need for those common household repairs and upgrades. Both of these kits include a larger 2-gallon air compressor that is ideal for tire inflation, and larger nail guns.

Model FP260097 Kit includes: 2-gallon air compressor, storage bag, 2-inch 2-in-1 nailer/stapler, nails, staples, molding removal bar, angle finder, speed square, level, putty knife, utility knife, blow gun and nozzle, plug, coupler, 25-foot air hose, project DVD, and Bonus caulking gun. Suggested retail is $140

Model FP260098 Kit includes: 2-gallon air compressor, storage bag, 2-inch 2-in-1 nailer/stapler, nails, staples, nailer oil, wrenches, 25-foot air hose, project DVD, tire inflation chuck, male plug, and coupler. Suggested retail is $85

One of these might be the perfect gift for the first time homeowner.

Campbell Hausfeld