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		<title>Finders Keepers: The Alligetter Grabber LED Tool</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/09/30/finders-keepers-the-alligetter-grabber-led-tool/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:38:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Portable Gizmos]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[We&#8217;ve all done it: dropped something valuable into a tough to reach place, and had no way to get to it. With the Alligetter Grabber LED Tool to grab it, this sort of predicament will never happen again.
 
And even better, it lights the area you&#8217;re looking in, so that you can never blame the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1768" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/alligetter-300x246.jpg" alt="alligetter" width="254" height="209" />We&#8217;ve all done it: dropped something valuable into a tough to reach place, and had no way to get to it. With the Alligetter Grabber LED Tool to grab it, this sort of predicament will never happen again.</p>
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<p>And even better, it lights the area you&#8217;re looking in, so that you can never blame the darkness for not finding that item.  It has serrated edges to make sure it can grip things and a handy spring-loaded trigger to grab any sort of item.  The unit folds for easy storage as well.</p>
<p>The tool is 15” long and uses 4 button style batteries, which are included with the gadget.  This handy item will retail for $19.95 from <a href="http://www.thewirelesscatalog.com/wireless/New-Arrivals_3BA/Item_Alligetter-Grabber-LED-Tool_VH6262.html" target="_blank">The Wireless Catalog</a>.</p>
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		<title>All-In-One Everyday Device For Geeks: The Cicada LED Knife</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/09/21/all-in-one-everyday-device-for-geeks-the-cicada-led-knife/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 22:53:48 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Outdoors]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Personal Tech]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The name Cicada LED Knife is pretty cool even if it has little to do with the insect its named after (no annoying buzzing sound), but will but can indeed be very useful, and has a cool modern shape.
More about it here:
The small oval shape contains a high carbon steel pen knife blade that is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/5p65ox52x4KNSOOTMRKMLOQROMO?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thinkgeek.com%2Fgadgets%2Ftools%2Fc48b" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1739" title="Cicada LED Knife" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/cicada-led-knife-139x300.jpg" alt="cicada-led-knife" width="139" height="300" /></a>The name Cicada LED Knife is pretty cool even if it has little to do with the insect its named after (no annoying buzzing sound), but will but can indeed be very useful, and has a cool modern shape.</p>
<p>More about it here:</p>
<blockquote><p>The small oval shape contains a high carbon steel pen knife blade that is razor sharp and useful for many cutting tasks. It also has small precision scissors. It’s not designed for big jobs, but it comes in handy for cutting and trimming. Just push the button forward and it’s a bright little LED flashlight, really useful in dark entryways. There’s also a very productive bottle opener for your favorite sodas and microbrews, because we have found most of the best beverages require a bottle opener to enjoy.</p></blockquote>
<p>You can grab this up for <a title="Cicada LED Knife" href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/5p65ox52x4KNSOOTMRKMLOQROMO?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thinkgeek.com%2Fgadgets%2Ftools%2Fc48b" target="_blank">$21.99</a> – a nice alternative to the overly expensive Swiss Army knife.</p>
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		<title>Tools for a New Age: The Digital Adjustable Wrench</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/07/29/tools-for-a-new-age-the-digital-adjustable-wrench/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2009 22:58:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Tools]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[For those of you who&#8217;ve never used a wrench before, this might be the perfect gift. Perhaps a digital geek who doesn&#8217;t know when a wrench is actually tight on something who needs a digital display to tell them.
 
This is where it gets &#8220;interesting&#8221;: the online price is $323.  Yep, the Digital Adjustable Wrench [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.japantrendshop.com/digital-adjustable-wrench-p-663.html"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1590" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/digital-ratchet-monkey-wrench-japan-300x169.jpg" alt="digital-ratchet-monkey-wrench-japan" width="300" height="169" /></a>For those of you who&#8217;ve never used a wrench before, this might be the perfect gift. Perhaps a digital geek who doesn&#8217;t know when a wrench is actually tight on something who needs a digital display to tell them.</p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p>This is where it gets &#8220;interesting&#8221;: the online price is $323.  Yep, the Digital Adjustable Wrench will cost you over $300.  And it doesn&#8217;t come with a warranty, so if you break it&#8230;you&#8217;re a bit out of luck. We brought you this item more out of its coolness factor than actual real world usefulness. You can grab this unique device at the <a title="Digital Adjustable Wrench" href="http://www.japantrendshop.com/digital-adjustable-wrench-p-663.html" target="_blank">Japan Trend Shop</a> where you can purchase it for the &#8220;handy&#8221; person in your life.</p>
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		<title>Sticky Tools: The MagnoGrip</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/06/17/sticky-tools-the-magnogrip/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 03:46:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Personal Tech]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sometimes tight jobs are a real pain having to hold multiple tools in your hand while trying to do various tasks. The MagnoGrip is designed for just such an occasion.
Here&#8217;s more from the creators of the gadget:
The MagnoGrip is a magnetic wristband guaranteed to securely hold nails, screws, drill bits, fasteners and tools. It allows [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/h6116js0ys-FINJJOHMFHGJLMJHJ?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thinkgeek.com%2Fgadgets%2Ftools%2F917f%3Fcpg%3Dcj" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1432" title="MagnoGrip" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/magnogrip.jpg" alt="magnogrip" width="220" height="220" /></a>Sometimes tight jobs are a real pain having to hold multiple tools in your hand while trying to do various tasks. The MagnoGrip is designed for just such an occasion.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s more from the creators of the gadget:</p>
<blockquote><p>The MagnoGrip is a magnetic wristband guaranteed to securely hold nails, screws, drill bits, fasteners and tools. It allows professionals and do-it yourselfers to finish jobs in less time and with less frustration. The magnogrip is built to handle the most rugged of jobs. Its fabric construct consists of durable heavy duty canvas, industrial grade velcro and high-powered magnets that are strong enough to hold a hammer.</p></blockquote>
<p>The MagnoGrip is available to grab from <a title="MagnoGrip" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/h6116js0ys-FINJJOHMFHGJLMJHJ?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thinkgeek.com%2Fgadgets%2Ftools%2F917f%3Fcpg%3Dcj" target="_blank">Think Geek for <strong>$14.99</strong></a> right now.</p>
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		<title>The Power of Water: The Hydrokinetic Adjustable Wrench</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/04/19/the-power-of-water-the-hydrokinetic-adjustable-wrench/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2009 23:23:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Adjustable wrenches have been around since the dawn of time, it seems; my father had one, and his father had one. They typically adjust by turning a little wheel and moving the wrench part, but its hard to get it exactly where you want it. This new fangled Hydrokinetic Wrench adjusts in a much easier [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/og65shqnhp47C88D6B4658AB868?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thinkgeek.com%2Fgadgets%2Ftools%2Fba14%2F" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1221" title="Hydrokinetic Adjustable Wrench" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/04/ba14_hydrokinetic_adjustable_wrench_render-208x300.jpg" alt="ba14_hydrokinetic_adjustable_wrench_render" width="140" height="202" /></a>Adjustable wrenches have been around since the dawn of time, it seems; my father had one, and his father had one. They typically adjust by turning a little wheel and moving the wrench part, but its hard to get it exactly where you want it. This new fangled Hydrokinetic Wrench adjusts in a much easier way.  The wrench has a little chamber of water that allows adjustments to be made easily and precisely.</p>
<p>All you do is open the valve, grab a nut and then adjust the gripper on the opposite end.  That xompresses the liquid inside and adjusts the wrench to the desired width.</p>
<p>Once its where you want it, just close the valve and that&#8217;s all there is to it. It&#8217;s a bit of an argument whether this is much easier than a regular adjustable wrench, but this is just so much cooler. For the tool fanatic with everything.</p>
<p>Head over to Think Geek to grab this for <a title="Hydrokinetic Adjustable Wrench" href="http://www.tkqlhce.com/og65shqnhp47C88D6B4658AB868?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thinkgeek.com%2Fgadgets%2Ftools%2Fba14%2F" target="_blank">$24.99</a>.</p>
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		<title>Modern take on an old-fashioned tool: The Irwin Strait-Line Tape Measure</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/02/11/modern-take-on-an-old-fashioned-tool-the-irwin-strait-line-tape-measure/</link>
		<comments>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/02/11/modern-take-on-an-old-fashioned-tool-the-irwin-strait-line-tape-measure/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2009 20:02:33 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Tools]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[Some people have a hard time with the handyman stuff. It&#8217;s just a simple fact. Bob Vila most of us aren&#8217;t, and its nice to know some people are inventing things for those of us who aren&#8217;t. Some of us who are not precise measurers still need to hang stuff sometimes, and that&#8217;s what this [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JYZLX8?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=gadgetsleuth-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B000JYZLX8gadgetsleuth-20"  target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-824" title="Irwin 2121600 Strait-Line 25-Foot Tape Measure" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/tapem.jpg" alt="tapem" width="188" height="189" /></a>Some people have a hard time with the handyman stuff. It&#8217;s just a simple fact. Bob Vila most of us aren&#8217;t, and its nice to know some people are inventing things for those of us who aren&#8217;t. Some of us who are not precise measurers still need to hang stuff sometimes, and that&#8217;s what this gadget is for.</p>
<p>It will mark a line for you, so no need to fumble around for a pen or pencil.  It&#8217;s 25 feet long and supposedly quite durable.  It even has an optic white coating to &#8220;glow&#8221; a little when you&#8217;re in dark corner or in a less than ideally lighted space. It&#8217;s a great tool for those who hang stuff a lot.</p>
<p>And since its from Amazon, you can get a good price on it too.  You can grab this via this link for $9.99 from vendors (or $13.99 from Amazon) as opposed to the suggested retail price of <a rel="nofollow" title="Irwin 2121600 Strait-Line 25-Foot Tape Measure" href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000JYZLX8?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=gadgetsleuth-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B000JYZLX8gadgetsleuth-20"  target="_blank">$26</a>.</p>
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		<title>The most expensive drill in the world (sort of) &#8211; The Black and Decker Smartdriver Drill</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2008/12/14/the-most-expensive-drill-in-the-world-sort-of-the-black-and-decker-smartdriver-drill/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 21:33:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[This is one of the stranger devices we&#8217;ve ever listed, and soon you&#8217;ll see why.
The older we get, the less coordinated we’re going to be.  Well if you’re either just clumsy or getting up there in years, but still want a way to be independent with your DIY projects, this is the way to go.  [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GFINJ8?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=scresleu-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B001GFINJ8gadgetsleuth-20" ><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-414" title="Black &amp; Decker LI4000 3.6-Volt Lithium-Ion SmartDriver with Exclusive Magnetic Screw Holder" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/screwdriver-with-screw-holder-300x268.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="268" /></a>This is one of the stranger devices we&#8217;ve ever listed, and soon you&#8217;ll see why.</p>
<p>The older we get, the less coordinated we’re going to be.  Well if you’re either just clumsy or getting up there in years, but still want a way to be independent with your DIY projects, this is the way to go.  Magnetic screwdrivers are always incredibly helpful, well this SmartDriver takes things one step further.</p>
<p>It has an extended arm that can retract and will hold your screw steady  while you work on securing the screw into the wall.   To make things even more simple it has a 6-position clutch to prevent stripping any of your screws.  It also has an LED work light and a Lithium-Ion battery.</p>
<p>Now the most bizarre thing about this product is the way Amazon lists the price.  You can purchase this directly from <a rel="nofollow" title="Black &amp; Decker LI4000 3.6-Volt Lithium-Ion SmartDriver with Exclusive Magnetic Screw Holder" href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001GFINJ8?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=scresleu-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=B001GFINJ8gadgetsleuth-20"  target="_blank">Amazon</a> for $3,997 or from Target through Amazon for $39.99.  I tried to find this sold on a different site to figure out the price, but it seems Amazon is the only place with it.  Basically, I have no idea why it’s priced this way, but that’s the way Amazon has it listed. Really weird.</p>
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		<title>Not just a tape measure: The Tape Measure 4-in-1 Multi-Tool</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2008/12/09/not-just-a-tape-measure-the-tape-measure-4-in-1-multi-tool/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2008 21:04:31 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We love gadgets that combine various utilities into one well-designed device. It&#8217;s something that really gets us jazzed, and this one is a great example of this principle at work.
This may appear to be just a tape measure, but this one is a 4-in-1 device.  It also solves several issues when you’re trying to measure something.  [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/multi-measure.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-393" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/multi-measure-300x240.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="240" /></a>We love gadgets that combine various utilities into one well-designed device. It&#8217;s something that really gets us jazzed, and this one is a great example of this principle at work.</p>
<p>This may appear to be just a tape measure, but this one is a 4-in-1 device.  It also solves several issues when you’re trying to measure something.  It includes a spot for the pen and paper, so you won’t ever forget a measurement again.  Which would make your DIY projects more time efficient since you won’t have to redo everything due to forgetting how long or wide something was.</p>
<p>It also has a built-in calculator, so you can add up numbers and not have to worry that your math might be faulty or just a few numbers off. No more guesswork.</p>
<p>It also features an LED flashlight for when you could use a little extra light.  The tape measure comes with batteries and includes a gift box in case you’re wanting to give this to your local handyman (or spouse who wants to be more handy) for Christmas.</p>
<p>It’s cheap too; you can pick it up for $7.99 on <a href="http://www.hotref.com/Tape-measure-multi-tool-p-2585.html" target="_blank"><span style="#b40505;">HotRef</span></a> and get it in time for the holidays.</p>
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