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So I Met With Craftsman Product Managers Today…

Jun 26, 2013 Stuart 35 Comments

I spent a couple of hours chatting with Craftsman product managers and previewing upcoming tools. It was quite an interesting experience!

Storage & Organization

Deal of the Day: Craftsman Ball Bearing Storage Combo

Jun 24, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

This Craftsman limited edition ball bearing storage combo is on sale at Woot for just $350, today only (6/24/2013)!

News

New Brand Images for Craftsman and Stanley

Jun 21, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Craftsman and Stanley both changed up their look and marketing messages this month. Looks to us like it’s for the better.

Flashlights & Worklights

New Craftsman Fluorescent Shop Work Light

Jun 18, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Craftsman’s new fluorescent work light looks like it could be very handy around the shop.

Test & Measurement

Craftsman Infrared Thermometer

Jun 10, 2013 Stuart 5 Comments

Here’s an inexpensive, compact, and easy to use IR thermometer that will allow you to measure temperatures without a thermocouple or other direct-contact sensor.

Editorial

Thoughts About Craftsman’s Mechanics Tools

May 28, 2013 Stuart 41 Comments

I don’t quite get what’s happening to Craftsman’s mechanics tool line, but here are some notes and thoughts about what I’ve observed.

Hand Tools

FYI: Craftsman Pry Bars Now Made in Taiwan

May 14, 2013 Stuart 24 Comments

If you have Craftsman’s USA-made mechanics pry bars on your wishlist, you’d better act soon.

New Tools

New Craftsman Special Edition Harley-Davidson Tool Boxes

Apr 26, 2013 Stuart 20 Comments

Here’s a quick look at the new Craftsman special edition Harley-Davidson tool storage products.

Hammers & Mallets

Review: Craftsman Punch and Chisel Holder

Apr 23, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

We reviewed Craftsman’s chisel and punch holder, a great accessory if you use cold chisels or punches a lot.

Editorial

Friendly Reminder: Don’t Use a Jack Without Jack Stands

Apr 1, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

PSA: Use jack stands whenever working beneath your car.

Sockets & Drive Tools

Craftsman Mini Multi-Wrench

Mar 26, 2013 Stuart 4 Comments

Craftsman’s mini multi-wrench fits smaller sized fasteners that you generally couldn’t use a full-size dog bone wrench on.

Tool Deals

Craftsman Club Deal: Save Extra 10% Off Almost Everything

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

Now through 3/30, save 10% off “almost everything” with the latest Craftsman Club discount.

New Tools

Craftsman Limited Edition Dry Erase Ball Bearing Tool Box

Mar 25, 2013 Stuart 14 Comments

Craftsman’s newest ball bearing storage combo features a white dry erase finish.

Cordless

The Best Cordless Drills, Spring 2013 Edition

Mar 20, 2013 Stuart 42 Comments

Looking for a new cordless drill? Here are my top recommendations for 2013.

Oscillating Tools

Craftsman Quick-Release Corded Multi-Tool

Feb 11, 2013 Stuart 1 Comment

Craftsman’s 2.5A quick released corded multi-tool seems to be a decent sub-$100 option for anyone looking for their first oscillating tool.

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