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C.H. Hanson Magnetic Stud Finder

MSF-3040

Item No: MSF-3040
 
 

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High-Power Magnetic Stud Finder

If you think all magnetic stud finders are the same, think again. This high power, no-batteries-required stud finder uses two super high strength, high tech neo-dydium magnets instead of the wimpy little permanent magnets used in most magnetic stud finders. The result is a tool that will reliably find a drywall screw or nail (or even a steel stud) quickly, and then hold itself to the wall, making it easy to keep stud locations obvious. This finder is so powerful that when I placed it on my desk, it quickly repositioned itself over the metal drawer slide underneath the 1-inch thick top! Made in China.

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Stud 4 Sure
 
4.9

(based on 12 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Accurate (11)
  • Compact (10)
  • Reliable (10)
  • Lightweight (8)
  • Ergonomic (6)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • At home (10)
    • Minor projects (7)
    • Commercial (6)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Avid do-it-yourselfer (5), Professional (4)

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    5.0

    Stud Finder is so good I gave 2 as gifts

    By Val

    from Groton, MA

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

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    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact
    • Ergonomic Design
    • Has its own level
    • Has its own levelpointer
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable
    • Small and convenient
    • Stays on the wall
    • Sticks to the screwnail
    • Stores tight on cabinet
    • Super fastener finder

    Cons

    • none

    Best Uses

    • At Home
    • Commercial
    • Find studs or joists

    Comments about Stud 4 Sure:

    My exterior walls consist of sheet rock against foil-backed, 3/4" rigid insulation, against 2x6 studs. Electronic stud finders are foiled by the foil and cannot find the fasteners.

    This neat little baby FINDS those fasteners and stays on the wall while I answer a phone call. I just go back to it, mark the location and continue finding others. I gave two others as gifts because I liked it so much.

    I store it against the outside of my steel tool chest because it sticks hard to it. I just slide it off the cabinet corner when I need it.

     
    5.0

    must have in the tool bucket.

    By Tool Fool

    from Buffalo, New York

    About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer

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    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Compact
    • Lightweight
    • Reliable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • At Home
      • Commercial
      • Minor Projects

      Comments about Stud 4 Sure:

      Always works. Slowly scan the work area and the unit actually sticks to the wall at the nail location. Level indicates plum. Couldn't be easier to use and gives no false readings. Makes a great stocking stuffer for your DIY friends too.

       
      5.0

      Simple is Better [in this case]

      By Jeff

      from Olathe, KS

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      Comments about Stud 4 Sure:

      I like the fact I can leave it hanging on the wall. I can't do that with my battery powered stud finder

       
      5.0

      This thing works well

      By Jim the Builder

      from SE Virginia

      About Me Professional

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      Pros

      • Accurate
      • Compact
      • Ergonomic Design
      • Lightweight
      • Reliable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • At Home
        • Commercial
        • Minor Projects

        Comments about Stud 4 Sure:

        Strong magnets. Once the Stud 4 Sure passes over a nail or screw, it literally jumps out of your hand and hangs on the wall. Not much guessing where the studs are.

        The only con is that you need an individual pocket on your tool belt, because any nails, etc. will stick to it.

         
        5.0

        grandbaby needs to get her own!

        By mcguyver

        from acworth georgia

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        Pros

        • Accurate
        • Compact
        • Lightweight
        • Multi-functional
        • Reliable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • At Home
          • Commercial
          • Minor Projects

          Comments about Stud 4 Sure:

          saw this item used by a contractor in my office. was amazed at the ease of use and accuracy. searched for one on the internet, bought two of them, and used them a time or two. then, the 2 year old grandbaby got ahold of one of them. durability went a long way........she also showed us accidentaly, that it tracks "some" electrical wiring, which has also been helpful. would like to have another one to give as a gift, but haven't purchased it yet..............plan to soon.

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