Pratt-Read

What’s Happening to Pratt-Read, another USA Tool Brand?

Aug 16, 2021 Stuart 34 Comments

Let’s talk about Pratt-Read, an iconic USA-based screwdriver brand.

SK Hand Tools Declares Bankruptcy!!

Jun 29, 2010 Stuart 5 Comments

It’s official, SK Hand Tools has declared bankruptcy. Rumor of the bankruptcy was relayed by a GarageJournal forum member, and then confirmed by another after receiving an email from an SK distributor. It is also rumored that Ideal Industrials, who recently acquired Pratt-Read and Western Forge, is interested in buying up the company. We have our fingers crossed. If […]

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