Western Forge

Hand Tools

Western Forge, USA Hand Tool Brand and Former Sears Craftsman Supplier, is Closing

Feb 27, 2020 Stuart 64 Comments

This American tool maker of screwdrivers, pliers, and other tools, is closing.

Made in USA

Hot Deal: Martin (USA-Made) Adjustable Wrench for $3

Apr 8, 2014 Stuart 17 Comments

We came across a very hot deal – a USA-made 8″ adjustable wrench for just $3!

Electrical Tools

Craftsman Wire Stripper for $7.50 and Other Western Forge Tool Sale

Jan 18, 2013 Stuart 5 Comments

Harry Epstein is having a great closeout sale on Craftsman wire strippers and other Western-Forge-made hand tools.

Made in USA

SK Hand Tools Declares Bankruptcy!!

Jun 29, 2010 Stuart 4 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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Beto on Makita is Not Going to Lowe’s: “I heard that Home Depot will only be selling Makita’s 18-volt platform. Perhaps Lowe’s will sell Makita’s 40-volt platform.”
COBill on Klein Tools Discontinued Select ModBox Tool Boxes: “Still in production, not stolen. 😁”
COBill on Klein Tools Discontinued Select ModBox Tool Boxes: “Note all the drawer boxes are stolen production as is the Hybrid “ammo can” box and all the organizers as…”