Most people call facial tissue “Kleenex.” Most carpenters call a circular saw a “Skilsaw.” Why? Because they were the first products of their kind. Coincidentally, both the Kleenex tissue and the first Skilsaw model E were introduced in the same year: 1924. Both products became ubiquitous in the 20th century, and still dominate their industries. And, most importantly, it is just a lot easier to say “Kleenex” or “Skilsaw” than “facial tissue” or “circular saw.” Read More
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Porter Cable PC15TCSMK Circular Saw Review, Light and Tasty
When I am sent something to review, I get a little evil. It is akin to playing with house money. The tool didn’t cost me anything–and I’m just “out” my time. Small loss. Considering most of the time I’m just screwing off, or being a nuisance in general anyway. It is work so to speak–but I get to play with cool tools, and try to find things wrong with them–and break them. It’s kind of a dream job, really. (Don’t tell Marc). One of these cool tools is the Porter Cable PC15TCSMK.Read More