Review
Grizzly G1030Z2P dust collector
Hands-on owner review of Cody's 3 HP Polar Bear G1030Z2P: real CFM for chip makers, dual bags, honest limits.
Tools
Tools I actually use
These are the tools in my own shop. Each one has a hands-on owner review with my shop photos, the maker's published specs, and the honest limits I've run into.
Where to buy: each review ends with a "Where to buy" section of plain store links (no affiliates), with the date we checked prices and stock.
Collect dust and chips
Sand smooth surfaces
Review
Porter-Cable 7346 random orbit sander
Hands-on owner review of Cody's 6 in. Porter-Cable 7346: barrel grip, side handle, variable speed, honest limits.
Review
Milwaukee M12 FUEL Orbital Detail Sander
Hands-on owner review of Cody's M12 FUEL detail sander: 1.5 mm orbit, four speeds, honest limits; aftermarket battery noted.
Drive framing nails
Review
DEWALT DCN692 20V MAX framing nailer
Hands-on owner review of Cody's DEWALT DCN692 framing nailer: 30° paper-tape, sequential/bump.
Review
Husky C271H 27 gal. 200 PSI vertical air compressor
Hands-on owner review of Cody's Husky C271H: 27 gal., 200 PSI max, 5.1 SCFM @ 90 PSI, 1.7 RHP, oil-free, shop photos.
Route edges and profiles
Review
DEWALT DCW600 20V MAX XR compact router
Hands-on owner review of Cody's DEWALT DCW600 compact router: 16k–25.5k RPM, 1/4 in. collet, fixed base, shop photos.
Join boards with pocket screws
Review
Kreg Pocket-Hole Jig K4
Hands-on owner review of Cody's Kreg K4: benchtop pocket-hole jig, toggle clamp, 3-hole steel guide, onboard bit storage.