About The Author

Thomas Gaige

Pro Reviewer

One of the original founders of Pro Tool Reviews, Tom has nearly twenty years of experience in residential and commercial construction. He's been a project manager at an engineering firm, started his own architectural design company, and finally owned and operated a residential construction company as a licensed contractor in South Carolina. Tom's specialties are problem-solving and attention to detail—two traits that are apparent each time he tests and reviews power tools.

DeWalt DCF885L2 Impact Driver Application

Tool Reviews June 24, 2011 0

DeWalt DCF885L2 20V Impact Driver Review

With impact driver demand on the rise, the DeWalt DCF885L2 20V impact driver delivers the goods. This impact driver packs plenty of […]

Tool Reviews June 24, 2011 0

DeWalt DCD780C2 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Compact Drill/Driver Review

The DeWalt DCD780C2 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Compact Drill/Driver shows off that bigger is not better by demonstrating that power, speed, and features can […]

Blaklader Bantam Utility Pocket Pants - light duty knee pads

Tool Reviews June 22, 2011 0

Blaklader Bantam Utility Pocket Pants Review

There are plenty of work pants to choose from, and some brands have a very long history and faithful following, […]

Tool Reviews May 31, 2011 0

Bosch Thin-Wall Metal Hole Saws Review

Using products like the Bosch Thin-Wall Metal Hole Saws is probably the easiest way to make clean holes in sheet metal. […]

Tool Reviews May 31, 2011 0

Johnson 25′ PlanReader Architect Series Power Tape Review

Oftentimes, when out in the field, it can be difficult to measure plans to verify dimensions. With the new Johnson 1819-0025 25′ […]

Tool Reviews May 31, 2011 0

Johnson Level 40-6616 Tiling and Flooring Laser Level Review

Fresh off the review of the Johnson 25′ PlanReader tape measure, the Johnson Level 40-6616 Tiling and Flooring Laser Level makes […]

Tool Reviews May 31, 2011 0

Kobalt 63 Piece Mechanics Tool Set Review

With the recent reintroduction of the Kobalt mechanics tools, we have been eager to put our hands on a set to see […]

Oscillating Multi-Tool Reviews & Buying Guides May 31, 2011 0

Porter-Cable PC250MTK Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit Review

With just about every tool manufacturer making oscillating multi-tools now, almost everyone has one. If you have been one of the few holding out for other options like a tool-free blade change system, you are now in luck – Fein’s expensive FMM-250Q Top system isn’t the only game in town. You need to check out the new Porter-Cable PC250MTK Oscillating Multi-Tool Kit. This new tool from Porter-Cable has what might be an even better tool-less blade change system than the original from Europe. With this new convenience comes the catch that for now you can only use the Porter-Cable blades and accessories.