The best hand tools in 2020
The PRO TOOL INNOVATION AWARDS (PTIA) is the "Oscar" among professional tools.PTIA Award (https://protoolinnovationawards.com ) was established in order to highlight the latest innovations and novelties in the field of tools to professionals and serious home craftsmen.
This article will review the most interesting winners of the PTIA 2020 Award in the category "hand tools". View other categories...
Award-winning hand tools deserve the same recognition as power tools. After all, hand tools form the basis of the electrical, plumbing, mechanical and automotive industries. Power tools can't do everything! This year's award-winning hand tools have proven to be more ergonomic, offer additional features and capabilities, and solve some unique challenges.
The winner is Milwaukee Tool 48-22-4218/48-22-4224. 18" and 24" Fiberglass Bolt cutter with rotating handles PIVOTMOVE.
The PIVOTMOVE fiberglass bolt cutters with rotating handles are designed to provide the best access and are available in sizes 18" and 24". Adaptable rotating handles allow you to make more cuts around obstacles typical of utility networks. Fiberglass bolt cutters have UL 1000V class for additional safety. Forged steel bolt cutter blades undergo special heat treatment to ensure maximum strength. Bolt Lock locks the hinge bolts, preventing them from loosening. The 18-inch bolt cutters have thin ergonomic handles that allow convenient use in various positions. MILWAUKEE fiberglass bolt cutters with PIVOTMOVE rotary handles have shoelace holes built into the handles for easier binding.
- CLIPS.
When MICROJIG introduced its MATCHFIT system, it didn't just release another product. A new category was created - the Dovetail System. Standard clamps should cover all parts pressed together, but instead the AP dovetail clamp head is forged to fit a standard 14-degree ½-inch dovetail groove. Wherever the manufacturer can mill this groove, a clamp can be used. This means carpenters can throw away their expensive, store-cluttered T-rails. With the dovetail clip, you can do even more using a simple piece of plywood. It is economical for the craftsman and environmentally responsible, especially for disposable appliances and fixtures.
The AP dovetail clip is also equipped with a new accessory that is innovative in itself - the X-PAD. The green X-PAD slides onto the clamping pad, providing increased functionality. It is equipped with a "pressure transfer notch" that allows users to apply pressure and linear pressure simultaneously when he or she tightens the clamp. It also has an internal bevel to hold the round bed. The X-PAD allows you to perform many types of gluing with fewer clips. There is no such thing anywhere else in the industry.
The winner is Hart Tools HHHSA1. 14-inch forged steel axe with casing.
The 14-inch HART forged steel axe features a hybrid head shape to facilitate chopping and chopping. Cutouts on the front make it easier to remove from the tree for ease of use. The rubber textured handle provides a comfortable and secure grip during use. This steel axe is a great option for chopping small logs in the house and for camping. A protective cover is included. When using, be sure to wear the necessary protective equipment (gloves and goggles). A limited lifetime warranty is included on this product.
The winner is the Kapro Tools Condor Magnetic digital level with OPTIVISION.
In one of the most controversial categories, the digital version of the 905 Condor model from Kapro won. This is the culmination of the best Kapro has to offer: Optivision Red, excellent digital display, magnetic base, ergonomic design and excellent accuracy. If you want to buy a digital level, the Kapro Condor magnetic digital level is the most innovative of the year.
The winner is GEARWRENCH 82592C Pitbull AutoBite. 10-inch pliers.
Specially designed for professionals, PitBull pliers are equipped with a one-hand AutoBite adjustment function that allows users to simply put the pliers on the workpiece and squeeze them around it. Users can literally reach into the limited space with one hand, squeeze the handles to set the pliers into the perfect grip range, and get the job done. The AutoBite thumb-operated lever does not protrude like buttons and is integrated into the upper handle, so the PitBull pliers have an extremely thin profile for even greater access.
The handles have a built-in stopper that prevents them from closing with each other, which significantly reduces the likelihood of pinching fingers. PitBull pliers have several other unique advantages: the handles have a damage protection function in the GEARWRENCH grip area, consisting of softer concave sections on the inside of each handle, which allow you to grab items such as clad plumbing fixtures without damaging them. There are also anchor points on the handles, which allows you to use the pliers at height. Finally, they have a special aggressive design of teeth for maximum grip and transmission of pressure force.
Winner -VERSASTACK MECHANICS MASTER TOOL KITS (CMMT45063 and CMMT45071)
The 63PC VERSASTACK Mechanical Tool Kit is a comprehensive 3/8-inch mechanical drive tool kit that integrates seamlessly into the VERSASTACK system. An ideal set to include in an existing arsenal of tools or an excellent starter kit. This set includes 72 teeth of a 3/8" quick release ratchet (CMMT81748), which provides users with the perfect balance between durability and affordability. All tools meet or exceed ASME specifications and have a full CRAFTSMAN lifetime warranty.
The 71PC VERSASTACK Mechanical Tool Kit is a comprehensive set of tools for 1/4 and 3/8 inch mechanical drives that can be easily integrated into the Versastack system. An ideal set to include in an existing arsenal of tools or an excellent starter kit. This kit includes CRAFTSMAN quick-release ratchets with 72 1/4" and 3/8" teeth (CMMT81747 and CMMT81748), which provide users with the perfect balance between durability and accessibility. All tools meet or exceed ASME specifications and have a full CRAFTSMAN lifetime warranty.
The winner is the Milwaukee Tool STUD Roulette.
The next generation of the popular Milwaukee STUD roulette now provides a best-in-class height, reaching 14 feet. Thanks to the EXO360 tape measure technology, they have the most durable tape, resistant to tearing and wear. This technology, combined with a fully reinforced frame and impact-resistant molding, makes STUD the most durable tape measure in the industry.
The winner is the PROTO SMART DYNAMIC KEY - J6110BT J6112BT J6114BT.
Properly tightened fasteners are crucial for safety. Modern torque wrenches can be difficult to adjust and may not be accurate enough when tightening. The PROTO Smart Torque Wrench is controlled by the application via Bluetooth, which provides fast and accurate tuning, programming of complex sequences and previously saved settings. The handle is equipped with a unique two-stage tactile feedback that warns users about the approach of the target for precise application of torque. The user then receives a notification that the goal has been achieved with a positive click. In addition to tactile feedback, progress can also be tracked in real time through the app, using LED indicators and on the key screen, which gives several ways of interaction, allowing the user to perform a puff with precision.