Every now and then, or when we're trying to avoid other chores in our homes, we dive into the depths of our garages and begin the Sisyphean task of organizing all the tools and trinkets. As we go ...

About a month ago, I responded to a reader who had a stinky metal toolbox. Even after transferring his tools to a new plastic toolbox, the bad smell persisted. Since then, I have received many letters ...

Tools are a funny thing. If you hold on to them long enough they become more than just tools, they become a part of you. Then, if you’re lucky, they also become a part of those who come after you.