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Craftsman V-Series Ratcheting Wrenches are Still on Sale
Craftsman’s V-Series ratcheting wrenches dropped in price a couple of days before Prime Day, and they’re still on sale. I bought a set of the metric wrenches (shown above) and SAE sizes (shown below)....
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This is a Mayhew Screwdriver Pry Bar
The Mayhew Dominator screwdriver pry bar, model 60141, is exactly what it sounds like – part slotted screwdriver, part pry bar. It has a 12″ overall length, and features a straight blade, bi-material...
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Craftsman Made in USA Tool Sets are Finally Available!
New Craftsman made in USA mechanics tool sets, advertised as being forged in Texas, are finally available at Lowe’s. The Craftsman 88pc tool set, CMMT45018, has appeared at Lowe’s stores nationwide...
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Harbor Freight Icon Pry Bar Looks to be Made in the USA
A reader tipped us off about what looks to be a new USA-made Harbor Freight Icon pry bar. This new Icon 58″ pry bar with curved tip clearly says “USA” right on its handle, although the online product...
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Home Depot has an Unbeatable Dewalt Automotive Fastening Tool Combo Deal
Home Depot has an incredible deal on this Dewalt 20V Max cordless power tool combo kit right now. This Dewalt deal bundle, DCK207E1, comes with the DCF921 Atomic Series compact 1/2″ impact wrench,...
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Gearwrench 131pc Tool Set Looks to be a Great Deal
Amazon has this Gearwrench 131pc mechanics tool set for just $86, which seems like it could be a fantastic bargain, especially considering that Home Depot is charging $219 for the same set. This looks...
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Dual Pawl Ratchet Teardown – How it Works
I recently looked inside a dual pawl 180T ratchet to see how it worked. Dual pawl ratchets allows for a finer swing arc while also providing the strength of larger-toothed gearing. There is a...
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New Craftsman OVERDRIVE Mechanics Tools – Hands-On
Craftsman is launching a new line of OVERDRIVE mechanics tools, designed for auto enthusiasts and professionals facing tight and challenging work environments, as well as rusted, rounded, or...
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New Craftsman 94pc Mechanics Tool Set with Foam Tray
Lowe’s just started carrying a new Craftsman 94pc mechanics tool set, CMMT45094, which ships with a custom-cut foam tray. The Craftsman tool set comes with a 1/4″ and 3/8″ 72-tooth ratchets, an...
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SK Tools are Coming to Lowe’s Stores
I have received word that a selection of SK Tools are coming to select Lowe’s stores around the country. My local Lowe’s stores do not have any displays up (yet?), and I plan to check back throughout...
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This Milwaukee SAE & Metric Mechanics Tool Set is on Sale for $50
Home Depot has a basic Milwaukee mechanics tool set on sale as part of their 2023 holiday tool deals and gift center right now. This set, model 48-22-9044, is priced at just $50. It’s a 1/4″ drive set...
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New Gearwrench MegaMod Mechanics Tool Sets
Gearwrench is coming out with new MegaMod mechanics tool sets, featuring tools kitted with custom-cut foam trays. I first noticed an influx of new Gearwrench tool sets a few weeks ago, and they all...
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New Tekton Modular Mechanics Tool Kits and Storage System
Tekton has launched a new system of modular mechanics tool kits and storage products, featuring stacking drawers, custom foam inserts, and more. The new Tekton system is based on and fully compatible...
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Milwaukee Launched New Ball Hex Key Sets
Milwaukee Tool has launched new ball-end hex key sets. The designs are fairly straightforward, with a ball hex tip on the long end for improved off-axis access, and a straight hex tip on the short end...
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A Craftsman Holiday Tool Deal for Everyone – Back in Stock!
One of the best Craftsman holiday tool deals is back! This Craftsman magnetic parts tray 2-pack is on sale again, for what I’m guessing will be a limited time. The magnetic trays are collapsible,...
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Dewalt Atomic Cordless Ratchet and Powerstack Price Drop!
Home Depot dropped the price of this Dewalt 20V Max Atomic series cordless ratchet kit. $199 was already a great “special buy” price, but $159 is much better! This kit comes with a Dewalt brushless...
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Gearwrench Microdriver Tool Set – Cyber Monday Price Drop
Amazon slashed the price of this Gearwrench Microdriver tool set – again – this time down to $12.15. I’m a big fan of this 35pc tool set, and feel that it’s a great price anytime it dips below $18. It...
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Craftsman Upgraded to Low-Profile Ratchets
Craftsman recently launched new 72T Low-Profile ratchets that have a thinner head depth compared to their standard ratchets. The new 1/4″ and 3/8″ ratchets are up to 25% thinner*, and the 1/2″ ratchet...
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Gearwrench Takes on Snap-on and Other Tool Truck Brands
Gearwrench has adopted a new marketing focus in recent months, and it seems they’re trying to appeal to pro users who might otherwise go with Snap-on and other tool truck brands. In a recent post,...
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Here’s What Snap-on Tools Says About Credit Purchases
I recently posted about Gearwrench’s new marketing campaign, and how they focus on how tool users can go in long-term debt with tool truck brands. For as long as I can remember, I attributed the...
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