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With the holiday season upon us, what better time to make a list of tools you wish you had? In this special episode of Tool Tech, host Patrick McCombe gives you his best bets for giving and getting.

Cordless 16-in. Chainsaws Reviewed

We tested 16-in. cordless chainsaws from DeWalt, Makita, and Milwaukee

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Skilsaw’s 13-amp corded reciprocating saw with vibration-reduction technology

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The PLS 480 and Red System kit is a crew favorite in the field

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Impressive, $20 self-retracting chalkine

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