Built Tough (2005 Cover Story)

Sometimes the right tool is all you need.

May 23, 2012
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Sometimes the right tool is all you need.

This feature originally appeared in Complex's 2005 Holiday Wishbook issue. 

The Rancher

Husqavarna

Rancher 18-inch chainsaw, $600

• Slim body shape, high center of gravity, and flat

• LowVib vibration dampening system that isolates the handles and fuel tank from the engine

• Air Injection, an advanced air filtration system that removes up to 97% of the dirt and dust before it reaches the air filter 

  

CREDITS: (PHOTOGRAPHY) Terrence Moore. (STYLING) Liz McClean for Inclover. (HAIR) Gio Campora for L'Oreal Professional. (MAKE-UP) Carmindy/Kramer+Kramer. (PROP DESIGN) Amir Ebrahimi. This Image: Lingerie by Agent Provocateur / shoes by Cesare Paciotti / chair by Bulot.

 

The Blower

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The Blower
Husqavarna
blower, $400
• High blow capacity
• Tube-mounted throttle control
• 195 mph maximum air velocity
• Padded harness with load-reducing hip belt
• Air purge designed for easy starting 

Lingerie by Victoria's Secret.

 

 

The Trimmer

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The Trimmer
Black & Decker
Grasshog 14" automatic feed trimmer/edger, $50
• 4.8 amp; 14-inch swath
• Rubber soft grips
• Edge guide
• Groom 'N Edge head rotates 180 degrees for edging work
• GH600 has the capability to convert from trimmer to edger with the push of a button
• Features a downward ratcheting system to prevent accidental cord disconnection

Lingerie by Calvin Klein / chair by Kartell. 

 

 

The Ripper

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The Ripper
ICS
chainsaw, $1,850
• Deep cuts up to 16 inches
• Square corners without over-cuts
• Wet-cut, no hazardous dust
• 2-stroke single cylinder air-cooled engine
• Displacement 6.2 cu. Inch (101cc)
• 6.5 HP (4.8kw) @ 8700 RPM horsepower

Lingerie by Victoria's Secret. 

 

The Breaker

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The Breaker
Bosch
Brute Breaker hammer, $1,350
• ServiceMinder™ brush system shuts the Brute off when brush replacement, lubrication, or preventative maintenance is needed
• Grease packed gear box and hammer mechanism eliminates uncertainty of job site lubrication
• Totally portable—operates on a 115-volt, AC/DC, 15 amp outlet or 2,500-watt generator 

Lingerie by H&M / shoes by Cesare Paciotti. 

The Drill

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The Drill
Firestorm
18v cordless drill, $109
• Infinite™ Clutch with micro-adjust torque, for driving various size screws
• Spring loaded batteries allow for easy installation and removal of batteries
• Hex shank drilling and screwdriving accessories

Black & Decker
14.4V cordless drill, $90
• 2 position gear box for high torque driving and high speed drilling control
• Removable chuck
• QuickConnect™ bit change system
• Infinite™ Clutch with micro-adjust torque, for driving various size screws

Lingerie by Victoria's Secret / chair by Kartell.

 

The Tower

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The Tower
Husky
6-foot fiberglass ladder, $90
• Non-conductive fiberglass side rails perfect for working around electricity
• Slip-resistent feet and steps
• No-pinch spreaders

Lingerie by Agent Provocateur / shoes by Cesare Paciotti.

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The Drill 2
Firestorm
18v cordless drill, $109
• Infinite™ Clutch with micro-adjust torque, for driving various size screws
• Spring loaded batteries allow for easy installation and removal of batteries
• Hex shank drilling and screwdriving accessories

Corset and Panties by Agent Provocateur / drill by Black & Decker.

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