Job Site Equipment Reviews

Stabila makes the most accurate, "bulletproof" levels you can buy - period. Buy a stabila, and compare it to any other level, invariably the other level has unacceptable error. This laser level is yet another example of stabila's unwavering dedication to quality, manufactured in Germany. The heavy machined base is well worth the money. I would recommend you buy this model over the less expensive one with the plastic base. Spend the extra money on this heavier, metal, machined base. It is beautifully made. It takes less than 1 minute to set up, and once set up, you can rotate the level without having to recalibrate the base. The vertical line feature is excellent. It is actually a second laser independent of the level line laser so the intensity of the level line laser is not reduced in any way. The kit even comes with a measuring stick, very effective glasses for viewing the beam and two batteries already installed. This is one of the best, and most useful tools I have ever purchased.

I purchased this product along with a tripod and story stick. My main objective was to level the walls of an inground swimming pool I was installing for myself. The laser is a little hard to see in bright sunlight but it made the job simple compared to a conventional transit. Since then I have used it to level an above ground pool for a friend, install vinyl siding,and plumb studs while remodeling. Another friend is using it to install siding on his rental. The beam splitter works great indoors but is not bright enough for exterior work. The level attaches to the base with a pin and magnet. Care should be taken to keep the mounting surfaces free of dirt to prevent wear.All in all this tool makes any leveling job a snap!

This is Igloo's commercial version of the 10 gallon beverage cooler. It is a bright easily seen OSHA approved yellow color with a red lid. The lid has a handle but for about $9 you can get a flat lid that provides seating, if needed. This cooler is super rugged and has a recessed nozzle that provides some protection when handled in a rough fashion. Igloo sells the nozzel and handles seperately (very inexpensive) should replacement ever be necessary. There are various lesser incarnations of this unit for the consumer but this is the real deal for commercial applications. There is also a rugged steel truck mount (#25043) available that securely allows mounting this cooler on most any vehicle or location. This cooler keeps contents cold all day long in 95F+ temps, easy to use, super rugged and is a life saver on any job.

I am currently deployed somewhere in southwest asia. There are an abundance of mice around and we actually even have a fun contest on who gets to kill how many mouse during our rotation and I am currently ahead (harharhar) You dont even have contact with them. Just put peanut butter and set the trap then you are set to go. I'd say kill them all and let god sort them out. I love this product (relieve stress too!)

I own and operate a multi-surface refinishing business. We refinish tubs, tile, fiberglass etc. in people's homes and in the shop. I have used Shoot Suits for 3 years and they are by far the best suit out there. They have a life expectancy of 3-4 months and I have used my two suits alternately for 3 years and just had one finally rip due to my carelessness. I am a big guy and the 3XL fits my long body, big shoulders and my manly gut. I am 6'3" and 350 lbs. Visit [...] for the full story.

Amazon embellished somewhat in their review. The sound is excellent, though not quite capable of the decible level they would lead you to believe this radio will produce (at least not a crisp, clean sound at the level they allude to). The punch equalizer works well to tailor the sound to your taste. There are three preset equalizer levels. Digital tuning is a must have, and this unit excells in that department. Reception is very good. The construction of this radio seems to be indestructable. This is a great accessory for the shop, jobsite, or any other place you want to have portable tunes.

I am not the sort of person to write a review about many things, but on the subject of this radio I have to break with tradition. This is an excellent radio. Really nice to use and built every bit as well as all my other milwaukee tools. ( I had expected some level below what my saws are because it's sort of an add on product). It has great sound and I love the look of it. I am now buying another one for work because this one has become my favorite household radio. They have done a nice job with the radio itself, if you close your eyes you would think you were in a movie theater listening to Altecs. Doesn't have a solid state sound...more tube type...reminds me of when I first bought a blues cube from roland. The sound is very nice.
I don't think you will be unhappy with this.

I bought this to replace my DeWalt job site radio that just died one day and refused to run on either battery or 120v. This radio is HEAVY! It is not something that is likely to get accidently kicked over. It is built to be bottom heavy and is very stable. The reception is great (and where I live, we often have difficulty tuning in with other radios). Even inside houses and in basements I have no trouble getting a clear signal. The battery life seems to go on forever--I used a spare 18v., but it takes other smaller Milwaukee batteries as well. This was a great value for the money compared to the other job-site radios I looked at.

The good news is the Vibration Reduction and Dorsal Protection (what is a dorsal anyway?) work as advertised. The bad news is the pads are so thick it makes griping any power tool I've ever used problematic - so you end up making a trade off - less vibration but your hands have to exert additional pressure because your grip gets more awkward.

I still plan to use them when I knock out a section of brick, but other wise they stay with my hammer drill. Maybe if I had XL hands instead of L hands the comfort level would be different. Please note by the same token, I doubt these gloves are usable by anyone with M or S sized hands.

Ok. Here we go... First of all these gloves are great but ONLY if you have big hands, i.e. you have a 9"+ hand perimeter. I DON'T RECOMMEND THEM FOR PETITE HANDS AND GIRLS PLEASE DON'T WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS PAIR. As another reviewer wrote there are bad news / good news for these gloves. The padding is extremely comfortable and it outperforms my previous Valeo ISO air-cell gloves in terms of comfort and ergonomics. A final note I strongly recommend that you buy this gloves 1 size plus. In example, if you have a hand diameter of 9" (L size) buy the XL size, stick to L size if your hand is 8". The thick padding will reduce your grip on thight fits, reducing your comfort as well.

These shoes are real comfortable, and look great, the top of the boot could be a little taller for better tying.

I work with boxes 5 nights a week, about 4 hours per night. I touch and handle around 3,000 boxes a night or more. This glove has a wonderful fit and is how I think all gloves should fit. It has excellent grip and almost seems unreal! The price isn't that bad either. Now for the bad part. I sweat in my hands and arms and touch boxes more than most. The glove absorbs all the sweat and odor which ends up stinking like a really dirty sock. I tried to wash it but the all the odor or the dirt doesn't come off. Then there's the part about how it holds together and keeps the grip. After 1 week, most of the incredible grip on the firngerprint area is gone and becomes mediocre and even slips sometimes. After 2-3 weeks, holes start to appear on the fingerprint area for me. After that, I can't stand using it anymore. Soemtimes I tape the holes up but have never used it more then 5 weeks. You can judge if it is durable enough by considering the amount of boxes I handle a night and for how long I do it for. I am satisfied with performance but wished it lasted longer. But then again...it is only about 6 bux.

I love this glove I only wish I could get it in a smaller size. I am a woman who works in the garbage industry and have found it difficult to find the right glove for the job. Once I tried your glove I was hooked the only problem is finding a pair that fit my hand properly. As more and more women are working these types of jobs the need for smaller sizes of your mens gloves are needed. I have tried your womens gardening gloves and prefer the mens gloves as they seem to hold up better.

I bought this Factory-Reconditioned for a great price, free super saver shipping, and no tax.

The notice in the box said it had been gone through at the company and was inspected mechanically and electrically.

Rite out of the box the AM radio worked but the FM did not!

All rite now what? I read the warranty, it says one year send it to an authorized service center. I looked it up on line and luck has it there is a shop 1/2 mile from where I work, no postage involved.

Okay, dropped it off figuring two weeks tops. Three weeks and I gave them a call to see what progress had occurred, parts ordered and expected any day.

Six weeks and I dropped by to see what the problem is, parts arrived its on the list maybe today or tomorrow. Parts were back-ordered they usually get them in within a week.

They call after seven and a half weeks, unfortunately it can't be fixed the rep is sending a new one which is not normal procedure.

At eight and a half weeks I have a brand new radio in my hands today. Milwaukee recommended two parts to try for repairs but that didn't work.

I can't give a review on the radio's performance, I thought every one would be interested in the experience I had to this point. Good or bad, I will let you decide.