Stanley

Here’s Why Dewalt, Craftsman, Stanley Now Describe Tape Measure Extension with “Reach”

Nov 19, 2019 Stuart 38 Comments

We now know why Stanley Black & Decker is using “reach” terminology to describe their tape measures. Read More

Milwaukee, Dewalt, Lufkin, Craftsman, Stanley Black Friday 2019 Tape Measure Deals

Nov 15, 2019 Stuart 35 Comments

Are tape measure 2-packs for users like me who always misplace their favorite tapes, or users looking to try new brands? Read More

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. Read More

DealGuyd

Stanley LeverLock Tape Measure 4-Pack for $10

Nov 24, 2018 Stuart 12 Comments

There’s a new Stanley LeverLock tape measure 4-pack promo deal. Read More

News

New Stanley and FatMax Exclusive Partnership with Home Depot

Oct 30, 2018 Stuart 33 Comments

Home Depot will soon be the exclusive online and in-store home improvement retailer for Stanley and FatMax tools. Read More

Vacuums & Dust Collection

Micro Cleaning Vacuum Attachment Kit

Aug 10, 2018 Stuart 28 Comments

Check out these itty bitty vacuum accessory nozzles! Read More

Digital Fabrication

A Stanley Black & Decker 3D Printer?

Aug 2, 2018 Stuart 35 Comments

Did you know that there’s a Stanley-branded 3D printer? Read More

Editorial

An Old-School Tool I Never Thought I’d Use with a Laser Level

Jul 16, 2018 Benjamen 24 Comments

Who knew that modern and traditional layout tools would work so well with each other. Read More

DealGuyd

Deal: Stanley FatMax Tape Measure Promo Packs (2 for 1, Father’s Day 2018)

Jun 3, 2018 Stuart 16 Comments

Here’s a good deal on the (regular? Stanley FatMax tape measure. There’s a 2x 25′ promo pack, and a 25′ + 16′ bundle. Read More

Layout & Measuring

New Stanley FatMax USA-Made 25′ Tape Measure (2018 Version)

Jun 1, 2018 Stuart 34 Comments

Stanley FatMax has come out with a new “One Tape Fits All” long-lasting 25′ tape measure. Read More

Hand Tools

Revisiting Stanley’s Folding Pocket Chisel

Mar 28, 2018 Stuart 34 Comments

Did you know that something like this existed? Read More

DealGuyd

Deals: Bostitch Rolling Tool Box, Stanley Mobile Work Station

Dec 15, 2017 Stuart 9 Comments

There are deals on Bostitch and Stanley FatMax rolling tool boxes. Read More

New Tools

New Stanley 2-Level Cantilever Organizer

Dec 5, 2017 Stuart 14 Comments

Stanley’s got a new 2-level cantilever tools and parts organizer. Read More

DealGuyd

Add This $4 Stanley LeverLock Tape Measure to Your Next Amazon Order

Nov 20, 2017 Stuart 6 Comments

If you’ve never tried Stanley’s LeverLock tape measure, or you have and love it, you can snag it now for $3.99. Read More

DealGuyd

Stanley Hi-Viz Tape Measure Promo Set is Back

Nov 14, 2017 Stuart 8 Comments

A Stanley hi-viz tape measure 4-pack is back for the holiday shopping season. It’s a great buy. Read More

DealGuyd

Stanley FatMax 25-foot Tape Measure 2-Pack

Nov 13, 2017 Stuart 5 Comments

Grab a new tape plus a spare with this 2-for-1 Stanley FatMax tape measures promo pack. Read More

DealGuyd

Save on This Stanley Tool Set, Today Only (10/26/2017)

Oct 26, 2017 Stuart 24 Comments

Today only, there’s a deal on a Stanley 65pc homeowners tool kit. (Plus, a poor attempt at overselling it. Could you do better?) Read More

New Tools

New Stanley Diamond Tip Screwdriver Set

Sep 18, 2017 Stuart 20 Comments

It looks like Stanley will have some new Diamond Tip screwdrivers out soon. Read More

New Tools

Stanley FatMax DiamondGrip Pliers

Sep 12, 2017 Stuart 15 Comments

Stanley FatMax has come out with new specially-coated pliers that they say provide up to 40% more grip. Read More

New Tools

Stanley FatMax Folding Diamond-Coated Ball Hex Key Sets

Aug 18, 2017 Stuart 21 Comments

Stanley FatMax has come out with new folding diamond-coated hex key sets. Read More

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