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Mechanics' Tools

Kobalt 3-in-1 Ratchet

Nov 11, 2013 Stuart 24 Comments

Included in a new Kobalt 64pc socket set is a 3-in-1 ratchet that covers all three common drive sizes.

New Tools

Kobalt Magnum Grip Locking Pliers Review

Nov 1, 2013 Stuart 18 Comments

We tested and reviewed Kobalt Magnum Grip Locking pliers, and are not at all pleased with them.

Knives

Kobalt Triple Cut Review

Oct 31, 2013 Stuart 26 Comments

We tested the new Kobalt Triple Cut utility cutters, but didn’t have a positive experience with them.

Flashlights & Worklights

Kobalt Hypercoil LED Flashlight Review

Oct 31, 2013 Stuart 37 Comments

We reviewed the new Kobalt Hypercoil LED work light, which comes with interchangeable battery packs and a removable flexible neck.

New Tools

New Kobalt Double Drive Stubby Screwdriver

Oct 25, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

Kobalt’s new Double Drive stubby screwdriver looks like it could work well as a stubby ratcheting screwdriver. The 37pc set is priced at $15.

New Tools

New Kobalt Magnum Grip Locking Pliers

Oct 25, 2013 Stuart 10 Comments

Kobalt has come out with new Magnum Grip auto-adjusting locking pliers.

Hand Tools

New Kobalt Triple Cut Multi-Cutters

Oct 25, 2013 Stuart 11 Comments

Kobalt has come out with new Triple Cut utility cutters that work with replaceable blades.

Editorial

Lowe’s Excellent Customer Service and “Lower Price” Kobalt Tools BS

Oct 24, 2013 Stuart 15 Comments

What I love about Lowes: above and beyond customer service. What grinds my gears: potentially deceptive Kobalt tool pricing.

New Tools

New Kobalt Double Drive Precision Screwdriver Set

Oct 23, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

Kobalt’s new 18pc Double Drive precision screwdriver set is designed to help you tackle smaller machine screws and fasteners twice as fast as with ordinary drivers.

Flashlights & Worklights

Kobalt Hypercoil LED Work Light

Oct 21, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

Here’s a quick look at the Kobalt Hypercoil work light, a rechargeable LED flashlight with flexible neck, magnets, and alternate AA battery pack.

Screwdrivers

Deal: Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver Set for $10

Oct 10, 2013 Stuart 11 Comments

Kobalt’s Double Drive screwdriver set is on sale this month for just $10.

Hammers & Mallets

New Kobalt High Velocity Hammer

Sep 10, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

There’s a new high velocity Kobalt 16 oz. rip hammer that claims to have the driving power of a 28oz framing hammer.

Hand Tools

Kobalt Multi-Drive Wrench is on Sale for Less than $10

Jan 29, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Kobalt’s Multi-Drive Wrench is currently on sale for $7.50, which is 75%-off its full retail price.

Pliers

Kobalt Magnum Grip Pliers on Sale for $15 at Lowes

Dec 31, 2012 Stuart 9 Comments

Kobalt Magnum Grip pliers hit a new low price this week.

Editorial

Should You Buy That New Kobalt Ratcheting Screwdriver at Lowes?

Nov 16, 2012 Stuart 15 Comments

It has come to my attention that I own far too many Kobalt screwdrivers and especially ratcheting screwdrivers.

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