Arm your future DIYer (age 10 and older) with
these lighter-weight, easier-to-grip tools and gain
two extra hands on your next project.
1. Skil iXO cordless palm-size screwdriver is perfect for small hands, yet brute enough to tackle trim on a tree house thanks to a lightweight and long-lasting lithium-ion battery. Has a 34-piece bit set; about $50;
Skil2. Mini maglite flashlight with adjustable beam; about $11;
maglite.com 3. McGuire-Nicholas tool bag of sturdy canvas with 14-inch-wide opening will hold it all; about $28;
McGuire-Nicholas 4. Chrone 6-inch Crescent wrench, about $10;
Cooper Hand Tools5. Estwing 12-ounce claw hammer has a cushioned, nonslip rubber-grip handle; about $25;
Estwing6. Tough Tools 6-inch needle nosed pliers, about $3;
Rubbermaid Tough Tools7. Stud Magnet rare earth magnetic bar tells you where to anchor heavy shelves by detecting the metal fasteners that attach drywall to wood studs; about $10;
All Magnetics 8. Tough Tools Stubby Screwdriver is easy to hold, stores six bits in the handle so Junior won't lose them like Lego pieces; about $7;
Rubbermaid Tough Tools9. OXO 9-inch torpedo level (DISCONTINUED)
10. Lufkin 10-foot measuring tape, about $8;
Cooper Hand Tools
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