6 Construction Gadgets For Guys

Ever since the days of the caveman, there has been a strong connection between guys, construction, and tools. Nowadays, the only thing that has really changed is the complexity of the tools themselves, although it’s possible that wireless reception is also slightly better these days. Maybe.

But as far as gadgets go, yes, there are some amazing ones out there, perfect for guys who like to build things. Here’s a respectable sampling.

Men, gadgets, and construction go together like pizza, beer
Men, gadgets, and construction go together like pizza, beer, and…more beer

Inspection Camera Gadgets

The article “5 High-Tech Gadgets to Make Construction Easier” offers us this extremely useful tool for dealing with those hard to reach spots. No, it’s not a high-tech back scratcher, but rather, it’s a camera. The inspection camera is a small device that connects to a larger camera by means of tubing, and is used to get images in those tight spots. You can even pan in and zoom out for convenience!

Contractor Pen

Here’s something simple, straightforward, low-tech, and yet incredibly useful. The pen itself is a Fisher Space Pen, which writes upside-down and in any temperature extreme. The entire unit consists of the pen, level and plumb bubbles, drywall and angle gauges, a magnetic strip, a ruler, and a pen holder. It even has a profile that resembles a space shuttle.

But if you want a different pen choice …

PenUltimate 7-in-1 Pen

PenUltimate? Get it? As the clever name states, it’s a seven function pen that comes with flat-head and Phillips-head screwdrivers, inch ruler, metric ruler, stylus, and a spirit level. On top of all that, it also looks pretty sharp!

Hand Crank Charger

All of the high-tech electronic devices you own mean nothing if they have no power. Specifically, if you find yourself somewhere with no plugs or power sources, and your hand-held device gives up on you. You’re toast, right? Not so fast!

This handy little device is a combination AM/FM/NOAA radio, flashlight, and, thanks to its USB port, cell phone recharger (though it can handle other small digital devices as well). It’s not intended to fully charge a phone, but it can provide a few minutes of power, which in many cases, is all you really need. The unit’s built-in Ni-MH batteries can be charged by hand crank, sunlight, or hooked up to a laptop or AC/DC converter.

It’s quite a handy gadget to have on a construction site or other outdoor locale.

DEWALT DC970K-2 18-Volt Drill/Driver Kit

When it comes to construction gadgets, you just have to have a drill to represent! Weighing in just slightly over five pounds, this is a cordless dual-speed electric drill, perfect for those tight spaces. Of course, the drill bit sets are sold separately.

Matador Surface

And last but not least, here’s a very convenient item if you’re ever outside and you want a dry surface to lie down on while carrying out repairs. It’s a 58″ x 38″ work space made out of an extremely durable composite material that’s not only waterproof, but able to shrug off other liquids such as grease and oil. There are even built-in traps for holding small parts such as screws, which as we all know are fond of rolling away out of reach.

On top of all that, the surface folds up into a pocket-sized bundle.

There’s an over-abundance of other gadgets out there, from the conventional to the outright weird. Check them out and start putting together your wish list, especially since a certain gift-giving holiday is on the horizon.

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3 Responses to “6 Construction Gadgets For Guys”

  1. Vanessa Ally

    Aug 17. 2015

    I am a great fan of innovative electronic devices so your collection is just do up to my liking. Great chart, I personally fell in love with Hand Crank Charger!

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  2. john terra

    Aug 17. 2015

    Yes, that one in particular is awesome and extremely useful in many different situations!

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  3. RomGAME

    Nov 25. 2015

    thank you guys for information

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