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Irwin Max-Strike 15oz Framing Hammer Head Closeup

Hand Tools

Irwin Tools Holiday 2023 Gift Guide

Nov 30, 2023 Stuart 19 Comments

Let’s talk about some new and recent Irwin hand tools.

Irwin Heavy Duty Wire Strippers Jaws Hero

Electrical Tools

A Look at Irwin’s New Multi-Functional Electrical Pliers

Nov 5, 2023 Stuart 16 Comments

Irwin has new 7-in-1 Vise-Grip combination electrical pliers.

Irwin PowerSlot Linemans Pliers Hero

Electrical Tools

Irwin Launched New Vise-Grip Effort-Saving Cutting Pliers

Nov 2, 2023 Stuart 9 Comments

Irwin built high leverage mechanical advantage into their new PowerSlot pliers.

Irwin-Vise-Grip-Locking-Wrench-Pliers

Pliers

I Never Liked Vise-Grip Locking Wrench Pliers

Apr 27, 2022 Stuart 68 Comments

Here’s a unique tool that I never quite took a liking to.

Vise-Grips LockingC-Clamp Swivel Grip Pliers 6-inch

Pliers

(Sold Out) Irwin Vise-Grip Locking C-Clamp Pliers for $5.83!

Dec 17, 2020 Stuart 11 Comments

This is crazy-good pricing on Vise-Grip 6-inch C-clamp locking pliers!

Irwin Vise-Grip Pliers Wrench

Hand Tools

New Irwin Vise-Grip Pliers Wrenches are Now Available

Feb 22, 2019 Benjamen 28 Comments

Irwin’s new Vise-Grip pliers wrenches are now available in 8″ and 10″ sizes at Lowe’s

News

Newell Rubbermaid is Selling Irwin and Lenox Tool Brands, Craftsman Reportedly Still for Sale

Oct 5, 2016 Stuart 33 Comments

Irwin and Lenox Tool Brands are up for sale, and at least one report says that Sears is still considering putting Craftsman up for sale.

New Tools

Irwin Vise-Grip Launches New Line of Premium-Styled Pliers That are Made in Taiwan

Oct 3, 2016 Stuart 31 Comments

Irwin has come out with a new line of pliers that look to be priced between their entry-level pliers and more premium NWS-made ones.

Irwin Vise Grip Relabeled NWS Pliers

Pliers

Irwin Lineman’s Pliers are Exclusively Made for Them by NWS

Feb 22, 2016 Stuart 29 Comments

Are Irwin’s premium lineman’s pliers also made by NWS, despite not being in NWS’ catalog? Yes.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

New Irwin Vise-Grip Multi-Plier, a Locking Plier Multi-Tool

Sep 8, 2015 Stuart 32 Comments

Irwin has come out with Multi-Pliers – 3 new Vise Grip locking multi-tools.

Irwin Vise Grip Relabeled NWS Pliers

Electrical Tools

Irwin Launches New Line of Relabeled German-Made NWS Pliers

Sep 8, 2014 Stuart 32 Comments

Irwin has come out with a new line of German-made Vise Grip-branded NWS pliers.

Irwin Tradesman Day 2013

Editorial

Irwin National Tradesmen Day

Sep 9, 2013 Stuart 28 Comments

It’s that time of year again – Irwin’s National Tradesmen Day is coming up later this month.

Vise Grips 7 Inch USA-Made

Made in USA

This Could be Your Last Chance to Buy USA-made Vise Grip Locking Pliers

Aug 26, 2013 Stuart 20 Comments

We found a new listing for reasonably priced USA-made Vise Grip locking pliers over at Harry Epstein Co.

Irwin Groovelock Pliers 2pc Set

Hand Tools

Irwin GrooveLock Pliers Set Deal

Oct 22, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

These GrooveLock pliers are on sale again at half-off, for a limited time.

Irwin Vise Grip Metric Adjustable Wrenches

Hand Tools

Irwin Metric Adjustable Wrench Set – 4 Sizes for <$20

Sep 26, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

If you’re looking for metric-specific adjustable wrenches or new DIY-handles for a toolbox draw or four, check out this 4-piece Irwin set that’s priced to move.

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