Empire

Empire Level True Blue 48″ + 24″ I-Beam Level Deal

Nov 14, 2017 Stuart 19 Comments

Buy 2 Empire levels for less than the price of 1? Good deal. Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring

Empire American Flag Torpedo Level

Jul 7, 2017 Stuart 24 Comments

Empire has come out with a new limited edition 9″ torpedo level with American Flag color scheme. Read More

Layout & Measuring, Made in USA, New Tools

A Sneak Peek at Some of the New Empire Level Innovations for 2015 and 2016

Jun 30, 2015 Stuart 16 Comments

Here is the early fruit of Milwaukee Tool’s acquisition of Empire Level, and the answer to an important question: will Empire tools continue to be made in the USA? Read More

Layout & Measuring, Made in USA, New Tools

The Mighty Strap Wrench Problem Solver

Mar 25, 2015 Stuart 23 Comments

Strap wrenches are mighty problem solvers. If you’ve used one before, you’ll probably agree. Don’t have one? Here are a couple of options to consider. Read More

Hand Tools, Plumbing, Tool Guide, Wrenches

New Empire E2G E70 Levels

Jan 22, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Empire has come out with an updated new line of bubble levels. Read More

Layout & Measuring, New Tools

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