Malco

Malco Tools is Under New Ownership

Nov 5, 2024 Stuart 19 Comments

Malco was recently acquired by another company.

Malco Eagle Grip Locking Pliers – Final Update

Jan 2, 2024 Stuart 63 Comments

Eagle Grip is no more.

Buy USA-Made Eagle Grip Locking Pliers While You Still Can

Sep 8, 2023 Stuart 70 Comments

It has been 10 months since Malco discontinued production.

Malco USA-made Eagle Grip Locking Pliers have been Discontinued

Nov 3, 2022 Stuart 49 Comments

Malco is discontinuing their product of USA-made Eagle Grip locking pliers.

Malco Eagle Grip Locking Pliers

Apr 26, 2021 Stuart 60 Comments

They’re finally here – Eagle Grip locking pliers, made in the USA!!

Malco Reopens Former Vise-Grip Factory in DeWitt, Nebraska

Oct 22, 2018 Stuart 94 Comments

Malco has officially reopened the former Vise-Grips plant in DeWitt, Nebraska.

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