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Framing and layout tools that earn a spot in the truck, from a speed square to a saw that holds up daily.

Screwdrivers

  • Klein Tools 32500 11-in-1 Screwdriver/Nut Driver Set

    Klein Tools 32500 11-in-1 Screwdriver/Nut Driver Set

    One handle covers Phillips, slotted, Torx, square bits, and three nut driver sizes, cutting down what you carry.

Work Gloves

  • Mechanix Wear Original Work Gloves

    Mechanix Wear Original Work Gloves

    Synthetic-leather palm and touchscreen-compatible fingertips protect hands from sharp edges and hot parts without losing dexterity.

Drills

  • DEWALT DCD771C2 20V Max Cordless Drill Driver Kit

    DEWALT DCD771C2 20V Max Cordless Drill Driver Kit

    Compact drill/driver with two batteries and a charger, a solid do-everything drill for a maintenance cart.

Safety Glasses

  • 3M Virtua AP Safety Glasses

    3M Virtua AP Safety Glasses

    Anti-fog, anti-scratch coating and side shields for basic eye protection cheap enough to keep several pairs around.

Bucket Organizers

  • Bucket Boss The Bucketeer Bucket Tool Organizer

    Bucket Boss The Bucketeer Bucket Tool Organizer

    Turns a standard 5-gallon bucket into 30 pockets of tool storage while leaving the center open for parts, cheaper and more mobile than a rolling case.

Hacksaws

  • Milwaukee 48-22-0050 12" High-Tension Hacksaw

    Milwaukee 48-22-0050 12" High-Tension Hacksaw

    Cuts pipe, threaded rod, and bolts cleanly on rough-in and repair jobs, a basic cutting tool the catalog was missing entirely.

Circular Saws

  • DEWALT DWE575SB 7-1/4" Circular Saw

    DEWALT DWE575SB 7-1/4" Circular Saw

    Lightweight corded circular saw with an electric brake and bevel up to 57 degrees, a framing and sheet-goods staple.

Squares

  • SWANSON S0101 7-Inch Speed Square

    SWANSON S0101 7-Inch Speed Square

    Marks square cuts and common roof/stair angles in one tool, cheap enough to keep two in the truck.

Tape Measures

  • Stanley FMHT74038A FatMax 25-Foot Tape Measure (2-Pack)

    Stanley FMHT74038A FatMax 25-Foot Tape Measure (2-Pack)

    Wide, rigid blade holds a straight line further out than a standard tape, and the 2-pack means a spare when one walks off.

Hammers

  • ESTWING E3-22S 22oz Framing Hammer

    ESTWING E3-22S 22oz Framing Hammer

    Solid steel construction and a long handle for extra swing power on framing nails.

Levels

  • Stabila 96-2-120 48" Box Level

    Stabila 96-2-120 48" Box Level

    Precision box-frame level that holds calibration under daily jobsite abuse, the level a lead carpenter actually trusts.

  • Stabila Type 196 24-Inch Level

    Stabila Type 196 24-Inch Level

    A shorter, more pocket/bag-friendly level for cabinet and door work where a 48" box level is too long to swing.

Chalk Lines

  • IRWIN STRAIT-LINE 63950 Aluminum Chalk Reel, 50-Foot

    IRWIN STRAIT-LINE 63950 Aluminum Chalk Reel, 50-Foot

    Snaps a straight reference line across a sheet or a slab faster than measuring and marking points by hand.

Tool Belts

  • CLC 1429 12-Pocket Tool Belt Apron

    CLC 1429 12-Pocket Tool Belt Apron

    A no-frills apron that holds nails, a hammer, and a tape without the cost of a full leather rig.

Pry Bars

  • VAUGHAN SuperBar 15-Inch Flat Pry Bar

    VAUGHAN SuperBar 15-Inch Flat Pry Bar

    Shepherd's-crook head pulls nails and separates trim/molding without splitting it the way a claw hammer would.

Stud Finders

  • Zircon StudSensor Pro SL Stud Finder

    Zircon StudSensor Pro SL Stud Finder

    Deep-scanning edge detection with a laser pointer so you mark the actual stud location instead of guessing from the beep.

Clamps

  • IRWIN QUICK-GRIP 6-Inch Clamps, 8-Piece Set

    IRWIN QUICK-GRIP 6-Inch Clamps, 8-Piece Set

    One-handed trigger clamps for holding work while you drill or fasten, eight at once instead of buying them one at a time.

  • BESSEY GSCC4PK-C F-Style Clamp Set (2x6", 2x12")

    BESSEY GSCC4PK-C F-Style Clamp Set (2x6", 2x12")

    Wood-handled glue-up clamps with replaceable pads for panel and frame glue-ups, a different job than the one-handed trigger clamps already in this catalog.

Miter Saws

  • DEWALT DWS715 12-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw

    DEWALT DWS715 12-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw

    A 15-amp 12" miter saw for crosscuts and angle cuts on trim and framing stock, the saw most carpenters build a cut station around.

Nail Guns

  • DEWALT DWFP12231 18GA Pneumatic Brad Nailer Kit

    DEWALT DWFP12231 18GA Pneumatic Brad Nailer Kit

    Drives 5/8" to 2" brads for trim, molding, and cabinet work without the split risk of hand-nailing.

Framing Nailers

  • Metabo HPT NR83A5(S1) Pneumatic Framing Nailer

    Metabo HPT NR83A5(S1) Pneumatic Framing Nailer

    A 21-degree plastic-collated framing nailer that drives 2" to 3-1/4" nails, the workhorse for wall framing and sheathing over hand-nailing every stud.

Sawhorses

  • WORKPRO Folding Saw Horses, 2-Pack

    WORKPRO Folding Saw Horses, 2-Pack

    Steel folding sawhorses rated 1,800 lbs per pair, fold flat for the truck instead of the wood-and-nails horses guys build on-site.

Laser Levels

  • DEWALT DW088K Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser

    DEWALT DW088K Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser

    Self-leveling cross-line laser for cabinet runs, shelving, and layout work a box level can't cover across a whole room.

Block Planes

  • JORGENSEN NO.60-1/2 Low Angle Block Plane

    JORGENSEN NO.60-1/2 Low Angle Block Plane

    A ductile-iron low-angle block plane with an adjustable mouth for trimming doors, shims, and end grain, most of what a pricier plane does at a fraction of the cost.

  • Rockler Bench Dog No. 60-1/2 Low Angle Block Plane

    Rockler Bench Dog No. 60-1/2 Low Angle Block Plane

    A heavier, tighter-tolerance block plane for finish carpenters who lean on hand-plane work daily and want the extra fit and finish.

Chisels

  • DEWALT DWHT16862 Wood Chisel Set (3-Piece)

    DEWALT DWHT16862 Wood Chisel Set (3-Piece)

    Chrome carbon-steel chisels with strike caps for hinge mortises and general trim work, a basic set that survives a mallet.

Routers

  • Bosch PR20EVS Colt 1 HP Variable-Speed Palm Router

    Bosch PR20EVS Colt 1 HP Variable-Speed Palm Router

    A compact palm router for edge profiles, hinge mortises, and trim work, small and light enough to run one-handed all day.

Orbital Sanders

  • DEWALT DWE6423 5" Variable-Speed Random Orbit Sander

    DEWALT DWE6423 5" Variable-Speed Random Orbit Sander

    Swirl-free finish sanding on trim, cabinets, and paint prep with a counterweighted motor that keeps vibration down over a long day.

Coping Saws

  • IRWIN ProTouch Coping Saw

    IRWIN ProTouch Coping Saw

    Cuts inside corners on baseboard and crown molding for a tight coped joint, the trim-carpentry alternative to caulking a bad miter.

Combination Squares

  • Johnson Level & Tool 400EM Professional Combination Square, 12"

    Johnson Level & Tool 400EM Professional Combination Square, 12"

    A sliding-blade square for marking 90/45-degree lines, checking depth, and scribing a line, a different everyday layout tool than a fixed speed square.

Jigsaws

  • DEWALT DCS334B 20V MAX XR Cordless Jigsaw

    DEWALT DCS334B 20V MAX XR Cordless Jigsaw

    Brushless cordless jigsaw with variable orbital action for curved cuts and cutouts a circular saw or miter saw can't make.

Respirators

  • 3M Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6200

    3M Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6200

    A reusable half-mask respirator that takes swappable cartridges for fine dust from sanding and cutting, real protection past what a paper dust mask offers.

Nail Sets

  • Stanley 58-230 Nail Punch Set, 3-Piece

    Stanley 58-230 Nail Punch Set, 3-Piece

    Sets finish nail heads below the wood surface so they can be puttied over, three tip sizes cover trim, casing, and baseboard nails.

Wood Glue

  • Titebond Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue, 16oz

    Titebond Titebond III Ultimate Wood Glue, 16oz

    Waterproof, one-part wood glue for joinery and glue-ups that holds up outdoors, the standard adhesive on a carpenter's bench.

Utility Knives

  • Stanley 10-778 FatMax Retractable Utility Knife

    Stanley 10-778 FatMax Retractable Utility Knife

    Tool-free blade changes and a pop-up dispenser for opening material, scoring drywall, and general cutting, a daily-carry item on every job site.

Framing Squares

  • IRWIN 1794447 Hi-Contrast Aluminum Framing Square, 16"x24"

    IRWIN 1794447 Hi-Contrast Aluminum Framing Square, 16"x24"

    A full-size steel-framing square with rafter and octagon tables stamped in, for roof and stair layout a speed square is too small to do alone.

Nail Pullers

  • VAUGHAN Bear Claw 14" Cat's Paw Nail Puller

    VAUGHAN Bear Claw 14" Cat's Paw Nail Puller

    A flat, tempered-steel claw that slips under a nail head to pull deeply set or bent nails without tearing up the surrounding wood the way a pry bar would.

Drill/Driver Combos

  • DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit

    DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Combo Kit

    One battery platform covers boring holes and driving lags or deck screws all day, the two most-reached-for cordless tools on a framing job.

Track Saws

  • Makita SP6000J1 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw Kit with 55" Guide Rail

    Makita SP6000J1 6-1/2" Plunge Circular Saw Kit with 55" Guide Rail

    Splinter-free, dead-straight rip and crosscuts on sheet goods without hauling a table saw on site, at a real price break from premium European track saws.

Sharpening Stones

  • Norton Combination Grit Sharpening Stone, 8" x 2" x 1"

    Norton Combination Grit Sharpening Stone, 8" x 2" x 1"

    Coarse and fine grit in one stone keeps chisel and block-plane iron edges keen without buying two separate stones.

Miter Saw Stands

  • DEWALT DWX723 Heavy-Duty Miter Saw Stand

    DEWALT DWX723 Heavy-Duty Miter Saw Stand

    Folding stand with extendable material supports turns a miter saw into a real cut station on any job, and folds flat to move.

Marking Pencils

  • Dixon Ticonderoga 14100 Carpenter's Pencil, 12-Pack

    Dixon Ticonderoga 14100 Carpenter's Pencil, 12-Pack

    Flat pencil that won't roll off a stud or rafter and marks visibly on rough lumber, a basic item the catalog was missing.

Headlamps

  • Streamlight 61051 Trident 80-Lumen LED Headlamp

    Streamlight 61051 Trident 80-Lumen LED Headlamp

    Hands-free light for working inside an engine bay or under a truck where a flashlight means one hand is never free.