Craftsman – Page 3

Editorial

Dewalt, Craftsman, Stanley vs. Milwaukee, Ryobi, Empire: A Look at Stanley Black & Decker and TTI Financials

Jun 23, 2019 Stuart 40 Comments

Let’s talk about the two parent companies that own Dewalt, Craftsman, Milwaukee, and some other popular tool brands.

Editorial

Craftsman, Dewalt, and How all Stanley Black & Decker Tool Brands are Relatively Positioned (2019)

Jun 22, 2019 Stuart 43 Comments

Let’s take a fresh look at how Stanley Black & Decker is positioning all of their tool brands in 2019.

New Tools

New Craftsman Compound Action Pliers and Cutters

Jun 14, 2019 Stuart 23 Comments

Craftsman has come out with 2 styles of compound action cutters and pliers.

Hand Tools

New Craftsman 3pc Interchangeable Handle File Set

Jun 12, 2019 Stuart 33 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a new file set.

Editorial

Testing the Craftsman Hand Tool Warranty at Lowe’s

May 21, 2019 Benjamen 108 Comments

Here’s what happened when I tried to exchange a broken Craftsman hand tool at Lowe’s.

Made in USA

New Factory Means More Craftsman Hand Tools will be Made in the USA

May 15, 2019 Stuart 112 Comments

Craftsman has announced plans for a new USA factory for the production of mechanics hand tools.

Mechanics' Tools

New Craftsman Gimbal Palm Ratchet Mechanics Tool Set

Apr 19, 2019 Stuart 16 Comments

Check out this Craftsman gimbal palm ratchet tool set.

Hand Tools

Hundreds of New Craftsman Tools Now at Amazon

Apr 18, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

Amazon just added hundreds of new Craftsman tools to their store.

Made in USA

Deal: Save on Craftsman Versastack Tool Boxes, Compatible with Dewalt Tstak

Apr 16, 2019 Benjamen 19 Comments

Thru the end of the month, save big bucks on most Craftsman Versastack tool boxes and organizers.

Cordless

New Craftsman V20 Cordless Power Tool Combo Kit with Versastack Tool Box at Lowes

Apr 12, 2019 Stuart 40 Comments

Lowes has started to stock a new Craftsman 4-tool + tool box cordless power tool combo kit bundle.

Cordless

Best Cordless Drills 2019

Apr 6, 2019 Stuart 84 Comments

Which are the best cordless drills available right now? Here are our top recommendations.

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

A New Craftsman 18 Gauge Brad Air Nailer Popped up Online

Mar 29, 2019 Stuart 7 Comments

Craftsman came out with a new brad air nailer.

Editorial

Which Are My Favorite Utility Knives Right Now? Yours?

Mar 28, 2019 Stuart 52 Comments

Can you guess which red utility knife is my favorite?

Knives

How Many Different Utility Knives Does Craftsman Make?

Mar 28, 2019 Stuart 19 Comments

The number might surprise you!

Editorial

An Unexciting Visit to My Lowe’s Tool Department (March 2019)

Mar 22, 2019 Stuart 107 Comments

Has your Lowes store made major changes to their Kobalt and Craftsman tool offerings yet?

Cordless

New Sears Craftsman 20V Max Cordless Power Tool Combo Kit

Mar 18, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

Sears has expanded their Craftsman 20V Max cordless power tool lineup with a new 5 tool combo kit.

Cordless

New Craftsman Cordless Outdoor Power Tools at Amazon

Mar 8, 2019 Stuart 32 Comments

New Craftsman cordless outdoor power tools are now at Amazon, just in time for Spring upgrades.

News

Stanley Black & Decker Sues Sears over Craftsman Ultimate Collection Marketing

Mar 6, 2019 Stuart 46 Comments

It’s Craftsman Tools vs. Craftsman Tools, over Sears’ Craftsman Ultimate Tool Collection marketing taglines.

Editorial

Craftsman Hand Tools Warranty Information Update

Mar 1, 2019 Stuart 115 Comments

Here’s what Craftsman and Sears Craftsman hand tool warranties say.

Cordless

The Best Cordless Power Tool Brand for DIYers? 2019 Edition

Nov 17, 2018 Stuart 79 Comments

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

Stuart on New Bosch 12V Max Cordless Brushless Angle Grinder is Teeny Tiny!: “Probably not, or at least they haven’t expressed interest in the automotive tool market.”
Nick on New Bosch 12V Max Cordless Brushless Angle Grinder is Teeny Tiny!: “Any hope for a 12v Bosch ratchet?”
Cr8on on The Bestselling Klein 11-in-1 Multi-Bit Screwdriver is on Sale: “Meh, not a fan, I get the multi bit idea, I have no use for it”
John on New Makita 18V Cooler and Warmer, Plus More Tools are on the Way: “Those are designed to be installed in a vehicle or trailer though, not carried by hand.”
Leo B. on Is the Black & Decker Workmate Still Worth Buying?: “I’ve used these, and they aren’t bad. But on that same project, I also used a Stanley (I think) folding…”
Leo B. on Is the Black & Decker Workmate Still Worth Buying?: “Looks cool! I could have sworn Home Depot had these as well, but I can’t seem to track it down…”