About The Author

Kenny Koehler

Managing Editor

Kenny holds a B.S. in Biology and a minor in chemistry. While that might not sound like a direct line into the power tool industry, his analytical and scientific mindset helps him design repeatable testing methods for Pro Tool Reviews’ head-to-head testing and offers highly objective comparisons in his reviews.

Kenny’s life around power tools started early. His grandfather was an airplane mechanic in WW2 and took up woodworking as a hobby after retiring from the power industry. Building everything from bookshelves to lazy Susans, he became extremely accomplished while his young grandson observed, fascinated at the way raw wood could turn into something both beautiful and functional. In fact, Kenny still uses several pieces that his grandfather made more than 30 years ago. At home, Kenny’s dad made the family budget stretch further by doing many DIY repairs around the house. From his dad, he was able to learn irrigation, landscaping, car maintenance, basic electrical, and more. He even rewired their bass boat for fun one weekend as a young teenager.

Landscaping Tool Reviews July 25, 2019 0

Zero Tolerance 0022 Knife Review

As the Smallest Knife in the Line, the Zero Tolerance 0022 is Growing on Me Every knife in my collection earns its place with a combination of genuine functionality and unique design. When the Zero Tolerance 0022 showed up, its miniscule size made me see its uniqueness right away. But functionality? I was skeptical. After […]

Landscaping Tool Reviews July 12, 2019 0

KEEN Utility St. Paul 6″ Waterproof Boots Review

KEEN Utility St. Paul Work Boots Manage Moisture in Style KEEN Utility St. Paul work boots are waterproof with a carbon fiber toe and 6″ tall. That says a lot, but it doesn’t say everything you really need to know before dropping $190 on a pair. With the KEEN Utility Dover setting a new standard […]

Buying Guides July 9, 2019 0

Kyocera DuraForce Pro 2 Review

Kyocera DuraForce Pro 2 Takes Big Strides Forward The Kyocera DuraForce Pro introduced us to the benefits of an action camera on a rugged smartphone. I’m curious to see what they’re upgrading on the Kyocera DuraForce Pro 2. I’m going to take a look from top to bottom and see what you can expect if […]

More volts better? How Much Power Do I Need

News July 5, 2019 0

Volts, Amps, Watts, and Ohms Law: Is More Voltage Better for Lawn Equipment?

As lawn care and OPE (outdoor power equipment) continue their shift into more cordless products, the landscape isn’t easy to navigate. Bigger gas engines mean more power. Higher battery voltages seem to be what Pros and consumers look at as an equivalent measurement. The problem isn’t quite that simple, though. To help settle the argument, […]

News July 2, 2019 0

The Future of Outdoor Power Equipment: A Conversation with Makita

The Future of OPE Looks Quiet and With Fewer Emissions We jumped on the horn with a team of experts from Makita to talk about the future of OPE. Why Makita? They’re one of the leaders in cordless technology with more than 40 years of cordless tool expertise, but they go much deeper than that. […]

News June 12, 2019 0

Best New Milwaukee Tools From NPS19: Top 10 Countdown!

We thought we had a pretty good handle on what to expect from the 2019 edition of Milwaukee’s New Product Symposium. As usual, they had some surprises up their sleeves. Check out our picks for the best new Milwaukee tools from NPS19 and let us know what you’re itching to get your hands on most! […]

Workwear June 10, 2019 0

Irish Setter Ashby Softy Toe Wedge Boots

Irish Setter Ashby Soft Toe Wedge Boots Make Working on Hard Surfaces More Comfortable So you’re ready to take the wedge boot challenge, eh? If you work on hard surfaces frequently, they’re a more comfortable way to go. There are plenty of choices out there and I’ve been wearing the Irish Setter Ashby Soft Toe […]

News June 6, 2019 0

Makita DCJ205Z Heated Jacket Review

Makita DCJ205Z Heated Jacket Blends Style and Comfort for Cooler Days It’s a little late in the season, but considering some of you are still seeing cool temps and even a little Second Winter snow, check out the Makita DCJ205Z, one of the newest heated jackets from our friends in Teal! Pros Quicker heating than […]