New & Notable: Issue 7

(prices are approximate)

Reach Tight Spaces 

Bosch RotoZip Flex Shaft Attachment

Flexible attachment turns any new RotoZip spiral saw into a lightweight tool for multiple tasks, especially in hard-to-reach or tight work areas. $40 rotozip.com

Saw Securely

Grizzly Industrial Bandsaw

Solid, one-piece frame design minimizes flex and twist while using the Model G0457 14" bandsaw with 10" height capability for resawing. $795 grizzly.com 

Triple Your Speed

Craftsman Speed-Multiplying Ratcheting Screwdriver

This 2-in-1 tool lets you work 31/2 times faster than with an ordinary screwdriver by using low-torque applications in speed mode. Switch modes to boost power and torque. $20 craftsman.com

Spray More Efficiently

Turbinaire HVLP Sprayers

These sprayers boost efficiency by controlling speed and air output based on the task at hand. Sold with turbine, hose, and combo bleed/no-bleed spray gun. $800-$920 turbinaire.com

Pump Without Oil

Porter-Cable Air Compressor

For jobs that require pneumatic tools this is an easy-to-use portable air compressor featuring an oil-free pump and improved performance. Model C5101. $270 porter-cable.com

Keep Tools Handy

Woodcraft Ballistic Apron

Rugged nylon, with pockets and compartments strategically placed to have your tools where you need them – even a place for your cell phone. $40 woodcraft.com

Expand Your Work Site

Husky X-WorkHorse

Use this 231/2" x 303/4" x 31" unit that supports 750 lbs. as a heavy duty sawhorse, power tool stand and jobsite table. Folds for transport. $40 homedepot.com

Nail With Precision

DeWalt 2" Brad Nailer Combo Kit

This 18-gauge, heavy-duty pneumatic nailer holds 110 nails from 5/8" to 2" long. Kit includes nailer, compressor, air hose and fittings. Model D55151BN. $299 dewalt.com

Subdue the Screws

Ridgid Pivoting Screwdriver 

A compact pivoting body allows use either in pistol grip or screwdriver orientation, while accessing 16 torque settings for driving and drilling. Model R81030. $99 ridgid.com

Cut With Consistency

Delta Portable Planer

Handle workpieces up to 121/2" wide and 6" thick with this Model TP305 portable planer featuring high-speed steel, double-edge, reversible knives for consistent cut stability. $205 deltamachinery.com

Make Perfect Panels

Freud Glass Panel Cabinet Door Set

Two matched bits mill strong, tight-fitting joints for glass panel doors. For use with standard 1/8 " glass and flexible glass retainer molding. $150 freudtools.com

Finish With Ease

Hitachi Random Orbit Finishing Sander

Easy-to-use with its ergonomic palm grip, this 5" sander is also fast and efficient. Variable-speed Model SV13YA is $69; single-speed Model SV13YB is $59 hitachipowertools.com

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