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DIY Tools and Gear | Family Handyman

Writer Liam Parker
When I was a siding installer, my crew used to pull out and pack up at least six sawhorses every day. The metal folding sawhorses we used worked OK, but they were finger pinchers, the feet were weak and tended to fold over under heavy loads, and the legs flopped out when you hauled the sawhorses around. This new pony from DeWalt doesn't have any of those problems. The feet are tough and have slip-resistant pads. The legs fold out easily and lock into place. And unlike other folding sawhorses, the DeWalt features a top with a V-groove for cutting pipes. The pad at the end prevents boards from slipping while you cut them to length, and the top metal bar works great for clamping. But what I like best is that you can strap two together and carry them as one. Each DWST1115 sawhorse is rated at 1,000 lbs. and costs about $40 at some home centers and hardware stores. —Mark Petersen, Associate Editor