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Milwaukee Free Tool Promo – Holiday 2014

Nov 4, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

Looking to buy a Milwaukee cordless tool combo? Home Depot’s offering a new collection of promo bundles that come with free tools or batteries.

Tool Deals

Ace Hardware Black Friday 2014

Nov 3, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

Here’s a sneak peek at Ace Hardware’s 2014 Black Friday sales flyer.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Craftsman Mach Series T-Handle Driver Looks Like a Winner

Nov 3, 2014 Stuart 20 Comments

Craftsman’s Mach Series T-handle driver looks to be a decent addition to any toolbox.

Power Tool Accessories

Dewalt Accessories Deal: 10% off $25+, 20% off $50+ Orders

Nov 3, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

Now’s a good time to stock up on Dewalt power tool accessories. Save 10% on $25+ and 20% on $50+ orders.

Power Tools

Early Holiday Deal: Makita $25 off $100+ Select Tools

Nov 2, 2014 Stuart 4 Comments

Now, through the end of the year, save $25 off $100+ select Makita tool and accessory orders!

DIY & Home

Skil Secure Grip Holiday Promo Commentary

Nov 2, 2014 Stuart 15 Comments

Here are some fresh thoughts about Skil Secure Grip wrenches.

Tool Deals

Amazon 2014 “Black Friday Countdown” Tool Deals

Nov 2, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Amazon’s 2014 Black Friday Tool Deals Countdown has begun!

Announcements & Updates

ToolGuyd Usability Update: Font Change Poll

Nov 1, 2014 Stuart 58 Comments

I’m thinking about changing the text styling of ToolGuyd’s posts. What do you think about the proposed font changes?

Cordless

New and Low-Priced Ridgid 12V Drill and Impact Driver Kit

Oct 31, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Here’s a fantastic 12V deal: A Ridgid compact and powerful drill, plus an impact driver, plus compact and high capacity batteries, for just under $100.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Hot Deal: Ryobi Vertical Pancake Compressor with Nailer Kit

Oct 31, 2014 Stuart 12 Comments

Ryobi’s new vertical pancake air compressor is also available as part of a money-saving bundle with three nailers!

Cordless

Hot Deal: Milwaukee M12 Drill, Impact Driver, Bonus XC Battery Kit

Oct 31, 2014 Stuart 31 Comments

We came across a great Milwaukee combo deal that comes with a drill/driver, impact driver, (2) 1.5Ah batteries, a charger, carrying bag, and free bonus 3.0Ah battery. Update: Price dropped to $129!

Mechanics' Tools

Craftsman Mach Series Ratcheting Slide-Adjusting Wrench

Oct 31, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a new sliding ratcheting adjustable wrench as a new addition to their Mach Series of time and effort saving tools.

Cordless

Power Tool Tech: Brushless Motors 101

Oct 30, 2014 Stuart 46 Comments

You’ve heard a lot about brushless power tools on ToolGuyd and elsewhere. Here’s a brief discussion about brushless motors and the advantages they bring to cordless power tools.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

New Ridgid and Ryobi Vertical Pancake Air Compressors

Oct 30, 2014 Stuart 23 Comments

Ridgid and Ryobi came out with new vertical pancake air compressors that are said to be easier to lug around.

Hand Tools

Good News: PB Swiss Tools are Back at Amazon

Oct 30, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Amazon has started stocking popular PB Swiss tools that are sold under a 3rd party seller, but shipped through Amazon, which means free shipping for Prime members or $35+ orders!

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