The article discusses five niche tools from Craftsman that often make your workspace more complicated. These items often lack adaptability of standard equipment and are often better off than modern versions. The Digital Angle Gauge, a four-function tool, can measure angles from 0 to 220 degrees and stays accurate to the nearest 0.1 degree. The Auto Universal Nut Cracker, a hardened steel cutter to split the hardware, is designed to break rusted or frozen nuts without upsetting the threads on the bolt underneath. However, it's difficult to use in real-world situations like in a cramped engine bay where the frame just won't fit. Despite professional marketing and shiny finishes, these tools are probably better off leaving them on the shelf. The Craft's Auto Caliper Hanger Set is a classic example of a tool that you just don't need to pick up. The company's limited lifetime warranty and replacement costs are minimal. The article also mentions a basic bungee cord from an old coat hanger.