Craftsman

The Best Cordless Power Tool Brand for DIYers? 2019 Edition

Nov 17, 2018 Stuart 73 Comments

Here’s a quick discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of the top 5 cordless power tool brands for DIYers. Read More

Cordless, Editorial

Black Friday 2018 Tool Deals: Wet/Dry Shop Vacuums

Nov 16, 2018 Stuart 18 Comments

Here’s a look at this year’s Black Friday wet/dry shop vacuum special buys. Read More

DealGuyd, Vacuums & Dust Collection

Lowes Pre-Black Friday 2018 Tool Deals

Nov 13, 2018 Stuart 4 Comments

Here’s a look at Lowes’ pre-Black Friday 2018 tool deals. Read More

DealGuyd

New Craftsman Tool Deals for the 2018 Holiday Shopping Season

Nov 11, 2018 Stuart 32 Comments

Here are some of the new Craftsman tool deals at Lowes that grabbed my attention. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Hand Tools

Craftsman Black Friday 2018 Tool Deal: 6-gallon Air Compressor for $99

Nov 9, 2018 Stuart 10 Comments

Craftsman’s 6-gallon USA-built air compressor is already on sale at Black Friday pricing. Read More

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers, DealGuyd, Made in USA, New Tools

Craftsman USA-Made 20pc Punch and Chisel Set plus a Canvas Tool Roll

Nov 9, 2018 Stuart 15 Comments

This USA-made Craftsman 20pc chisel and punch set and canvas tool roll speaks to me, saying “take me to your toolbox!” Read More

DealGuyd, Hand Tools, Made in USA

New Craftsman Black Friday 2018 V20 Cordless Drill Kit is Cheap, but Capable

Nov 8, 2018 Stuart 42 Comments

I tested the new Craftsman entry-priced V20 cordless drill kit. Read More

DealGuyd, Drills & Drivers, New Tools, Tool Reviews

Best Black Friday 2018 Cordless Drill Deals

Nov 6, 2018 Stuart 18 Comments

Here’s a look at all of the best Black Friday 2018 and holiday season cordless drill/driver kits. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Drills & Drivers, New Tools

Early Black Friday 2018 Tool Deals: Craftsman Tape Measures (made in USA)

Nov 5, 2018 Stuart 18 Comments

There are some early Black Friday 2018 deals on new Craftsman tape measures. Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

5 Tools I Can’t Wait to Get My Hands on (Fall 2018 Edition)

Oct 19, 2018 Stuart 86 Comments

Here are some of the tools I can’t wait to get my mitts on. Read More

Editorial

New Craftsman V60 Cordless Outdoor Power Tools Lineup

Oct 18, 2018 Benjamen 15 Comments

Craftsman recently announced a new line of V60 cordless outdoor power tools, including a string trimmer, blower, chainsaw, hedge trimmer, and 2 lawn mowers. Read More

Cordless, New Tools

Craftsman Versastak Tool Box System – First Look

Oct 11, 2018 Stuart 50 Comments

Here’s a quick look at the “new” Craftsman Versastack tool box system. Read More

Made in USA, New Tools, Storage & Organization

New Sears Craftsman Ratcheting Screwdriver Set

Oct 10, 2018 Stuart 57 Comments

Sears Craftsman came out with a ratcheting screwdriver set with 8 ratchet handles each with its own fixed driver blade. Read More

News, Screwdrivers

Craftsman V20 and Sears Craftsman 20V Cordless Power Tools and Batteries are NOT Compatible

Sep 26, 2018 Stuart 70 Comments

We received official confirmation that Craftsman V20 and Sears Craftsman 20V cordless power tools are NOT compatible. Read More

Cordless, New Tools

New Sears and SBD Craftsman Tools Will Absolutely Confuse Customers

Sep 17, 2018 Stuart 90 Comments

The (Stanley Black & Decker) Craftsman vs. Sears Craftsman tool brands situation is getting more confusing. Read More

Editorial, New Tools

Can the New Craftsman Overcome Years of Damaged Public Opinion?

Sep 14, 2018 Andrew Wagner 109 Comments

Can Stanley Black & Decker successfully revive the Craftsman brand? Read More

Editorial, Made in USA, New Tools, Tool Talk

Sears Launches New Craftsman 20V Max Cordless Power Tools

Sep 13, 2018 Stuart 74 Comments

New Craftsman 20V cordless power tools showed up at Sears. Read More

Cordless, Drills & Drivers, New Tools

Will Lowes Replace Kobalt Tools with Craftsman Products?

Sep 7, 2018 Stuart 101 Comments

Will Lowes phase Kobalt tools out in favor of Craftsman offerings? Possibly, but probably only on a limited scale. Read More

Editorial

5 Takeaways from the Craftsman Media Event

Aug 22, 2018 Stuart 56 Comments

I have some things to say about the recent Craftsman launch event. Read More

Editorial

No, You Cannot Buy the New Craftsman Tools at Sears

Aug 20, 2018 Stuart 42 Comments

Hopefully this puts a common question to rest. Read More

Editorial

Daniel Lawson on New Ryobi 18V Flex-Shaft Rotary Tool: “Yup I ordered mine as soon as I saw it, i also have dremel version but the battery version makes…”
fred on New Ryobi 18V Flex-Shaft Rotary Tool: “Not the first of a kind - but $900 cheaper than the Foredom cordless: https://www.amazon.com/Foredom-K-1030-Portable-Micromotor-Kit/dp/B010F7OOJK…”
Jared on New Ryobi 18V Flex-Shaft Rotary Tool: “It is a very interesting-looking tool. Much like the soldering station, it seems the separate base design is the way…”
PAntonvich on New Ryobi Cordless Soldering Iron and Hybrid Soldering Station: “and I also have a Portasol butane soldering iron but the Ts100 has become my default for remote work”
David Zeller on New Ryobi Cordless Soldering Iron and Hybrid Soldering Station: “I've been doing a lot of projects in an unused bedroom since going on disability unexpectedly in my mid 40s.…”
PAntonvich on New Ryobi Cordless Soldering Iron and Hybrid Soldering Station: “I printed a 3d case for mine that I found on thingverse so it doesn't get damaged - it's traveled…”