Patrick McCombe

Associate editor Patrick McCombe has been testing power tools on behalf of national publications for more than 12 years. Before Fine Homebuilding, his tool articles appeared in the Journal of Light Construction, Professional Deck Builder, and Fine Woodworking. The curator of the “Tool Hound” blog at FineHomebuilding.com, he’s frequently on the road visiting product designers and manufacturers.

Online Tool Store Back in Business
March 26, 2010

Ten years after selling their catalog business to Amazon, the original tool E-tailer is back.
Antique Tool Auction this Saturday
March 24, 2010

754 lots of antique tools and tool collectables are hitting the auction block.
Grizzly Shipping to Canada
March 16, 2010

Canadian woodworkers can now get Grizzly machinery with less hassle.
New Study Discusses Table Saw Injuries
February 18, 2010

Despite improved guards and the addition of riving knives, tablesaw injuries are still alarmingly common.
10 Tips for Mail-Order Lumber
February 11, 2010

The Internet has made it easier to find exceptional wood, but you need to be an educated shopper
Cool Accessory for Festool Dust Extractors
January 27, 2010

For the ultimate in portable dust collection, match an Oneida Dust Deputy to your Festool dust-collecting vacuum.
Hand Tool Auction this Saturday
January 18, 2010

Hundreds of antique tools hit the auction block this Saturday in York, Pa.
Rockler’s LED Mini Work Light Recalled
January 13, 2010

Defective wiring in Rockler's mini goose-neck light can cause the battery to overheat and explode.
Safety Gear for Kids
January 8, 2010

Personal protective equipment now comes in kid-friendly sizes.
Makita- LS1016L 10-in. Sliding Compound-Miter Saw
January 1, 2010

Makita 10-in slider: large capacity in a small footprint

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