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Kenny Koehler

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Kenny holds a B.S. in Biology and a minor in chemistry. With more than a decade of experience evaluating tools, his analytical and scientific mindset helps him design repeatable testing methods for Pro Tool Reviews’ head-to-head testing and offers highly objective comparisons in his reviews.

Kenny’s life around power tools started early. His grandfather was an airplane mechanic in WW2 and took up woodworking as a hobby after retiring from the power industry. Building everything from bookshelves to lazy Susans, he became extremely accomplished while his young grandson observed, fascinated at the way raw wood could turn into something both beautiful and functional. In fact, Kenny still uses several pieces that his grandfather made more than 30 years ago.

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Cordless Drill Reviews & Impact Drivers April 25, 2018 0

Kobalt Cordless 3/8″ Impact Wrench: 24V Max KIW3824B-03

The Kobalt cordless 3/8″ impact wrench is a very different beast from their high-torque model we looked at last week. […]

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Makita 7.2V Impact Driver Review: Model TD022DSE
Cordless Drill Reviews & Impact Drivers April 19, 2018 0

Makita 7.2V Impact Driver Review: Model TD022DSE

My love affair with Makita low-voltage tools continues with a new stick impact driver. You’ll find this Makita 7.2V impact […]

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Little Giant Leveler Ladder Review

Ladders come in all shapes and sizes, yet there’s one universal truth – having the right ladder for the job […]

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Do You Need a HEPA Filter? You May Not

Everyone knows that using a HEPA filter is the way to go, right? But do you really need a HEPA […]

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Tool Accessory Reviews April 9, 2018 0

Milwaukee Torch with Carbide Teeth Review

In 2018, the Milwaukee Sawzall blade lineup expanded with the introduction of the Milwaukee Torch with Carbide Teeth. Following the […]

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Makita 7.2V Drill DF012D
Cordless Drill Reviews & Impact Drivers April 4, 2018 0

Makita 7.2V Drill DF012D – A Low Power Screwdriver for Pros

Lately, Makita has been on a tear in the cordless category with their new AWS system, Rear-Handle Saw, SDS-Max Rotary […]

Ryobi Devour Cordless Sweeper Review
Cordless Power Tool Reviews April 3, 2018 0

Ryobi Devour Cordless Sweeper Review

The Ryobi Devour cordless sweeper has hit the scene with plenty of fanfare and also a little confusion. We’re here […]

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CAT S41 Rugged Smartphone Review

It’s amazing to think how our work life has changed over the last 25 years. Communication used to mean a […]

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OX Tools 25-Ft Pro SS Tape Measure
Levels, Squares & Measuring Tool Reviews & Buying Guides March 30, 2018 0

OX Tools 25-Ft Pro SS Tape Measure Review

Ox Tools has been a perennial winner in the annual Pro Tool Innovation Awards and have added to their collection […]

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Makita 12V CXT Jig Saw Barrel Grip VJ05 Review
Cordless Saw Reviews & Buying Guides March 28, 2018 0

Makita 12V CXT Jig Saw Barrel Grip VJ05 Review

Makita’s 18V LXT platform gets most of the love around here. With Sub-Compact tackling the 12V size, standard 18V tools, […]

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