Category Archives: Editorial

Craftsman Rewards Program Major Changes

Posted on March 9th, 2010

Well, it appears that the Craftsman Rewards Program is undergoing major changes as it is absorbed into the Sears Shop Your Way rewards program. This is both good and bad, depending on how you look at it.

Craftsman to Split from Sears as a Spinoff?

Posted on March 3rd, 2010

There’s definitely something strange going on between Sears and their Craftsman brand, and I have a feeling that it goes way beyond the recent agreement to sell Craftsman tools at Ace Hardware. Just take a look at the cover of Sears’ 2010-2011 tool catalog – “Craftsman” is missing!

Tags: Conspiracy Theory, Craftsman, Sears
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Looking for Gray Tools USA Online Dealer

Posted on January 29th, 2010

We’re hoping that you guys could help us out - we’re looking for a USA distributor for Gray Tools. We know that you can find local USA dealers via the Gray Tools website, but we specifically want to source an online dealer. We had already tried asking Gray Tools about this via email, and about the availability [...]

Tags: Gray Tools
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Craftsman & Waterloo Ball Bearing Storage QC: 0 for 3

Posted on January 28th, 2010

I recently purchased three Craftsman ball bearing storage products recently, during a decent clearance sale. I’m fairly certain that Waterloo produced these items, but I may be mistaken. Purchased were: two 2-drawer ball bearing intermediate chests, and one 6-drawer Griplatch ball bearing chest. Thus far, I’m less than fully satisfied with all three units.

Tags: Craftsman, Waterloo
Also posted in Storage & Organization | 3 Comments

How to Use a Rotary Tubing or Pipe Cutter

Posted on January 15th, 2010

After yesterday’s quick review of a Superior Tools pipe cutter, we received a few inquiries about how to properly use such a cutter. Most if not all rotary tubing and pipe cutters share a similar design. Like a C-clamp, there is always one stationary support, and one adjustable support that is mounted to the end of an [...]

Tags: Pipe Cutters, Tutorials
Also posted in DIY & Home, Hand Tools, Tool Basics | 4 Comments

Lost in Translation – Erem Wire Strippers with “Magic”

Posted on January 7th, 2010

Product description and pricing errors are not at all that uncommon on online stores, but some of them are downright amusing. Take, for example, these Erem wire strippers that are claimed to feature magic. That’s right, at the bottom of the list, it clearly says that magic is one of these wire strippers’ main product features. [...]

Also posted in Hand Tools, Pliers, Precision Tools | 3 Comments

We’re a “Bit” Disappointed Today

Posted on January 6th, 2010

In case you didn’t catch our lame attempt at humor, a particular drill bit issue has created a bit of annoyance for us. It all started about one year ago when we purchased a “G” sized jobbers length twist drill bit for a small project. The project was delayed and put on the backburner, and [...]

Also posted in Bits & Blades | 4 Comments

Five Tell-Tale Signs That You Are a Tool Enthusiast

Posted on January 6th, 2010

You may be a tool enthusiast if: You sometimes dream about tools.* Every long distance out of town trip or vacation must include visiting at least one tool shop. You get easily frustrated when you see people misusing the wrong tools for the job. No, slotted screwdrivers are NOT crowbars, and a butterknife is NOT a screwdriver or [...]

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Beware After-Christmas Sales

Posted on December 26th, 2009

After seeing lackluster sales flyers and a few horrendous “After Christmas Sales” we decided to post a brief warning. Beware of crafty marketing and tricky advert wordings! The particularly egregious “sale” that prompted this post was an “After Christmas Clearance Sale” that featured the Rockwell Jawhorse. The sale price was $177.75, which reflects a whopping 0.7% [...]

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Holiday Tool Gift Guide – What We’re Giving

Posted on December 21st, 2009

We recently posted our suggested Holiday Gift Guide, and before that we predicted which tools will sell very well during this holiday shopping season. Today, we’ll tell you about three of the tools that we are gifting to friends and family this year.

Tags: 2009 Holiday Gift Guide
Also posted in EDC, Pocket, & Multitools, Flashlights & Worklights | 5 Comments

Be Wary of Opportunists & Thieves!

Posted on December 16th, 2009

Wantedabiggergarage, a frequent ToolGuyd reader and commentor, and GarageJournal forum member, was recently the victim of a theft and asked us to share his experience with you to serve as a warning. Be aware that thieves are also “holiday shopping” and are looking to take advantage of the distractions that this time of year brings about. Had a [...]

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The 5 Most Popular ToolGuyd Posts

Posted on December 16th, 2009

Believe it or not, five days from now will mark ToolGuyd’s first anniversary! This past year has been very exciting, and we’re glad that you’re here to share the occasion with us. There will of course be several special posts to help commemorate the event. Top start off, here is a recap of the five most popular ToolGuyd [...]

Also posted in ToolGuyd Favorites | 1 Comment

This is the Story of a Screw

Posted on December 10th, 2009

With all this talk of the world’s smallest snowman, I’ve decided to show you a few of the electron micrographs that I’ve taken of a #2-56 machine screw. A few weeks ago, to better familiarize myself with a new scanning electron microscope, I had decided to take a look at a machine screw before moving to [...]

Also posted in Awesome & Cool | 7 Comments

Why Makita May Lose a Circular Saw Sale

Posted on December 7th, 2009

Okay, so I am searching for a new cordless circular saw. I’m not committed to any one brand, and am considering Porter Cable, Hitachi, Dewalt, Makita, and Milwaukee’s product offerings. Up until last night I was very strongly considering Makita, but that has since changed.