27th Oct 2025
9 Must-Have Tools for Autumn/Winter Projects
The days are shorter, the mornings are colder, and the jobs you put off all summer are finally at the top of the list.
Whether you’re a tradie swapping outdoor maintenance for indoor refurbs, or a DIYer gearing up to clear the garden before the frost sets in, the right kit makes all the difference.
From rugged hand tools to cold-weather workwear, here are our nine top picks to cover the most common tasks at this time of year.
(Psst… stick around to the end to see how you can enter our latest competition.)
1. Roughneck 0.6kg (1.1/4lb) Gorilla V-Series Axe
Who it’s for: groundskeepers, landscapers, smallholding owners and anyone tackling kindling, light felling or shaping garden timber.
Why it’s a must: the V-Shock twin-beam girder shaft reduces vibration, while the drop-forged hardened head and integrated nail puller make this axe both durable and versatile for outdoor chores like clearing fallen branches, cutting up storm debris and making firewood.
It’s a compact, lower-weight axe that’s easy to swing all afternoon without tiring your hands.
2. SCAN Dipped Thermal Latex Gloves
Who it’s for: any outdoor worker or DIYer who wants grip and warmth when temperatures drop.
Why it’s a must: these gloves pair a 10g brushed acrylic thermal liner with a black latex wrinkle coating for secure grip in wet or damp conditions — ideal for planting, pruning, handling tools and working on cold mornings.
Supplied as a triple pack, they’re a practical, affordable addition to your kit.
3. Lighthouse 400 Lumens Elite Rechargeable Headlight
Who it’s for: electricians, plumbers, roofers and anyone working in low light during early starts and late finishes.
Why it’s a must: with a 400-lumen LED, boost mode and up to 40 hours runtime depending on settings, this rechargeable headlight keeps your work lit through short days and wet-weather jobs when daylight disappears fast.
A reflective adjustable headband and belt clip make it perfect for hands-free illumination.
4. Bosch 18V Combi Drill with 2 x 5.0Ah Li-Ion Batteries
Who it’s for: carpentry, general building and refurb teams who need a reliable cordless workhorse.
Why it’s a must: a brushless motor, 65Nm torque and robust metal chuck make this combi drill a go-to for drilling and driving into wood, metal and light masonry — perfect for refurb runs when you’re fitting skirting, repairing fence posts or prepping interiors.
The two 5.0Ah batteries also mean less downtime on longer jobs.
5. Faithfull Ceramic Hybrid Sharpening Stone
Who it’s for: gardeners, arborists, joiners and anyone who relies on sharp blades like secateurs, axes, chisels and plane irons.
Why it’s a must: it’s blade season, and this dual-surface stone combines a coarse 360g diamond grit with a fine 1200g ceramic face, so you can quickly restore an edge and then hone it to a razor finish.
The non-slip base keeps the stone steady when you’re working outside or in the workshop.
Who it’s for: joiners, carpenters and DIYers doing fine woodwork, sash repairs or internal refurbishments.
Why it’s a must: a full span of sizes from 6mm to 38mm, hardened chrome-carbon steel blades, lacquered anti-corrosion finish and hardened strike caps mean these chisels stand up to heavy use.
Autumn and winter are prime time for interior joinery and repair work — and clean, sharp chisels are essential for crisp joints and good finishes.
7. Einhell 18V 115mm Angle Grinder
Who it’s for: builders, fabricators and masons who already run an 18V battery system and need portable cutting/grinding power.
Why it’s a must: the brushless motor and adjustable speed control make this compact grinder ideal for cutting back rusty bolts, trimming metal, grinding mortar and tidying up exterior repairs before winter really hits.
Its quick-stop and integrated LED are practical on damp, short-day jobs — with a battery and charger sold separately to match your existing kit.
8. Stanley Retractable Pro Knife with 10 Blades
Who it’s for: floor fitters, insulation installers, decorators and site operatives doing frequent cutting tasks.
Why it’s a must: tool-free blade changes via the integrated slider keep downtime low, while precision grip zones and a flared rear handle reduce slip — great for trimming carpets, slicing insulation, scoring plasterboard or cutting roofing underlay in cold, fiddly conditions.
A small, cheap tool that saves time on every job.
9. Bahco Laplander Pruning Saw
Who it’s for: gardeners, grounds maintenance crews, arborists and anyone doing seasonal pruning or clearing.
Why it’s a must: the Laplander is a classic folding pruning saw — compact, lockable and fitted with XT hardpoint teeth that cut both green and dry wood cleanly. Whether you’re clearing deadwood and shaping shrubs before it gets colder, sawing up small branches after winter storms, or tidying hedges — this saw does it all and then folds safely into your belt.
And now for the best bit…
We’re giving one lucky reader the chance to WIN a Bahco Laplander Pruning Saw*.
Here’s how to enter:
1. Read this blog and head to the competition post (here for Facebook or here for Instagram) to let us know which of these nine tools you’ll be using most this season.
2. Every comment/tool mention counts as one entry.
3. Don’t forget to share the post to your Stories for a bonus entry.
You’ve only got until Sunday, 2 November to enter, so be quick to make sure you don’t miss out!
Why buy through Get Kitted Out?
You can’t put these jobs off any longer. The right kit makes them faster, tidier and safer.
From lights that keep you working after dark to sharpeners that keep your edges working, these nine tools are up to the task — and they’re all available through the Get Kitted Out (GKO) network.
GKO brings premium brands and local stockist know-how together, so you get pro kit at great prices and friendly, face-to-face advice when you need it.
Want to check availability or collect from a store nearby? Find your local GKO stockist with our handy search tool.
*T&Cs for Bahco Laplander Pruning Saw Competition
• UK & Ireland, 18+ only.
• Competition opens Monday, 27 October 2025.
• Competition closes midnight Sunday, 2 November 2025.
• Winner chosen at random and contacted via DM the following week.
• This promotion is not endorsed by or associated with Facebook or Instagram.