1. Lace Up
KEEN Utility’s Concord lace-up boot delivers superior protection and comfort, according to the company. Made in its Portland, Ore., factory, the 6-inch boot is made with new KEEN TUFF-TEX material, a tensile strength fabric offering high-abrasion resistance the firm says performs four times better than the industry standard. The non-marking outsole is oil- and slip-resistant, and left and right asymmetrical steel toes deliver ASTM-rated protection. Cost: $175. keenfootwear.com
2. Year-Long Flexibility
Truwerk released its new T2 WerkPant, a work pant designed for all seasons. The T2 features four-way stretch fabric with DWR coating, which the company says repels stains, rain, snow, and wind. The same fabric is also used in the pocket bags to protect the user’s leg from sharp screws and other items. The pant has seven pockets, including hip and thigh stash pockets and pen and knife pockets. Cost: $109. truewerktools.com
3. All Shapes and Sizes
Corkcicle’s Waterman canteen comes in three sizes: 16 ounces, 25 ounces, and 60 ounces. The company says its stainless steel material and proprietary triple insulations keeps drinks cold for up to 25 hours or hot for up to 12 hours. The 12-ounce and 25-ounce versions come in 10 colors each, and the 60-ounce comes in two. Cost: $29.95 for 12 ounce, $34.95 for 16 ounce, $49.95 for 60 ounce. corkcicle.com
4. Music on the Job
Milwaukee released the new M12/M18 Wireless Jobsite Speaker, which is compatible with the firm’s M18 and M12 systems. The company says users can stream hd music via Bluetooth from up to 100 feet away. Milwaukee also says users can stream music for 16 hours on one charge of the M18 battery and 8.5 hours on one charge of the M12 battery. The speaker weighs less than 6 pounds, and also features a USB port for charging. Cost: $149. milwaukeetool.com
5. Store It
Klein Tools released the Tradesman Pro Wide-Open tool bag. The bag stays wide open at the top, which the firm says allows for easy access. Klein also says the 42 variously sized pockets (inlcuding 33 interior pockets) make sorting and finding tools easier. The bottom is fully molded, which the firm says protects from elements, and the 1690 ballistic weave construction makes the bag itself durable. Cost: $87.69. kleintools.com
6. Easy Air
The DeWalt FlexVolt cordless 2.5-gallon air compressor features a brushless motor and oil-free pump. It’s powered by one FlexVolt 60V Max battery and weighs under 24 pounds when equipped with a 6Ah battery. According to the manufacturer, it has a maximum tank pressure of 135 PSI and delivers 1.2 SCFM at 90PSI, which is plenty to run finish nailers and set an occasional framing or roofing nail. The compressor sells kitted with one 6.0Ah battery and one fast charger. Cost: $299. dewalt.com
7. Cordless Convenience
The Bosch GSA18V-125 18V cordless reciprocating saw is designed for improved ergonomics and includes three orbital settings and a variable-speed trigger. It produces 0–2,500 strokes per minute with a 1 1/4-inch stroke length and is outfitted with an oversized rafter hook. The saw’s electronics offer overload protection separately for the battery and the motor so that they won’t overheat, and monitor the load to maintain constant speed. Though the saw will run on any of Bosch’s 18V batteries, Bosch recommends the CORE18V platform for performance on par with a corded tool. The kit includes a CORE18V Lithium-ion 6.3-Ah battery, an 18V Fast Charger, two 6-inch bi-metal blades, and a carrying case. Cost: $400 (kit); $300 (tool only). boschtools.com
