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Posts classified under: Irwin
Irwin Circular Saw Blade 3-Pack Recall
If you bought an Irwin saw blade 3-pack late 2011, it may have defective packaging that could lead to a potential laceration hazard. Continue reading
Posted in Bits & Blades, News
Tagged Irwin circular saw blades, Irwin recall, Tool Recalls
13 Comments | April 20th, 2012
Extra 20%-off Irwin Levels
Looking for a new level? How does 20%-off Irwin models sound? Continue reading
Posted in DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring
Tagged bubble levels, Irwin level, levels
3 Comments | April 12th, 2012
Irwin Vise Grip GrooveLock Pliers, New vs. Original
Irwin has quietly updated their Vise Grip GrooveLock adjustable pliers, and we’re fond of the changes. Continue reading
Irwin Structural Foam Tool Box
Before you get all excited about this Irwin structural foam tool box, note that it’s cost-prohibitive to order it outside of the UK or Europe. Continue reading
Posted in Storage & Organization
Tagged Irwin tool box, structural foam tool box
1 Comment | January 4th, 2012
Irwin 81pc Drill and Screwdriver Bit Set $15
We found a good deal on an okay Irwin drill and screwdriver bit set. Continue reading
Posted in Bits & Blades, DealGuyd, Power Tools
Tagged Irwin drill bit set
6 Comments | December 28th, 2011
Irwin 2pc GrooveLock Pliers Set $12.50!
This Irwin GrooveLock pliers 2pc set is usually a great buy, but at $12.50 it’s an incredible value! Supplies are running out fast! Continue reading
Posted in DealGuyd, Hand Tools, Pliers
Tagged Black Friday 2011, Irwin GrooveLock Pliers
3 Comments | November 25th, 2011
Irwin Metric Adjustable Wrench Set – 4 Sizes for <$20
If you’re looking for metric-specific adjustable wrenches or new DIY-handles for a toolbox draw or four, check out this 4-piece Irwin set that’s priced to move. Continue reading
Posted in DealGuyd, Hand Tools, Wrenches
Tagged Irwin adjustable wrenches
4 Comments | September 26th, 2011
Irwin 4-Point Snap Utility Blades Offer Fresh Cutting Points
Tired of changing still-good utility knife blades just because the tip’s dull or damaged? Check out these new Irwin 4-Points! Continue reading
Posted in Hand Tools, Knives, New Tools
Tagged Irwin, Utility Knives
Leave a comment | July 15th, 2011
Irwin Quick Adjusting Wrenches at Super Low Prices, Possibly Discontinued
Over at Amazon, these Irwin metric Quick Adjusting Wrenches are currently being discounted by at least 50%. The product page has also vanished, suggesting that the wrenches are being discontinued and sold to liquidators. Continue reading
Posted in DealGuyd, Hand Tools, Wrenches
Tagged Adjustable Wrenches, Irwin
2 Comments | May 11th, 2011
Irwin Proposes National Tradesman Day While Producing Most Tools Overseas
Irwin is proposing the creation of a National Tradesmen Day… but I’d be more satisfied if they just moved tool production back to the USA. Continue reading
Posted in Editorial
Tagged Irwin, National Tradesmen Day, Vise-Grip
14 Comments | February 13th, 2011
From Vise-Grips to Grip-ons
To add to yesterday’s post where I mentioned how fond I am of Grip-on pliers, I’ll share with you my reasoning for trying them out. First of all, I love trying out new and unfamiliar tools. With that in mind, the … Continue reading
Update – Obvious Soft-Handled Vise-Grip Country-of-Origin Info
The other day, ToolGuyd described one way of checking the country-of-origin of a pair of soft-handled Vise-Grips. Well, it has come to light (thanks Elroy) that there is a MUCH simpler method that requires simply checking looking at the adjustment screw.
Hidden Soft Handled Vise-Grips’ Country-of-Origin Info
If you recall from the previous ToolGuyd entry, I mentioned that I was a bit hesitant to try out Irwin’s soft-gripped Vise-Grips. You see, I like knowing where a tool is made, but that’s pretty hard to do when half … Continue reading
Posted in Hand Tools, Pliers, Tips
Tagged Irwin, Locking Pliers, Vise-Grip
3 Comments | January 11th, 2009
“Irwin” Soft Handled Vise-Grips
The reputation of Vise-Grips precedes Irwin’s ownership by quite a few decades. Since Irwin’s acquisition of the Vise-Grip label, there have been many changes – some good, some bad. One of the improvements was the addition of soft-handled grip options – such … Continue reading
Posted in Hand Tools, Pliers
Tagged Irwin, Locking Pliers, Vise-Grip
Leave a comment | January 10th, 2009
Strait-Line Grip-Light $15 Shipped!
The Strait-Line Grip Light is a rather unique fluorescent work light that can be positioned in almost any way one could imagine. One of the most unique and useful features of this light is its sliding hook. Depending on how you adjust this hook, the light can be clamped to … Continue reading
Posted in DealGuyd, Power Tools, Work Lights
Tagged Irwin, Strait-Line, Woodcraft
1 Comment | December 30th, 2008