Mechanics’ Tools

Hand Tools

Stanley FatMax Heavy Duty Ratcheting Adjustable Wrench

Aug 23, 2013 Stuart 19 Comments

Stanley FatMax is adding two new ratcheting adjustable wrenches to their hand tool lineup.

Mechanics' Tools

Deal: 40% Off Dewalt 118pc Mechanics Tool Set

Jul 19, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

Dewalt’s 118pc set is on sale for 40% off, and with a coupon code you can snag it for just $75.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Wiha MagicRing Ball Hex Key Set Review

Jul 17, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

These Wiha MagicRing ball hex L-keys offer excellent fastener retention and are great to use.

Cordless

Reader Question: Which Cordless Impact Wrench for Lug Nut Removal?

May 21, 2013 Stuart 40 Comments

Which 18V/20V Max cordless impact wrench is best for lug nut removal? My pick would be Milwaukee M18 or IR 7150.

Hand Tools

Save $5 off $30+ TEKTON Tools at Amazon

May 13, 2013 Stuart 16 Comments

For a limited time, save $5 off $30+ TEKTON tool purchases at Amazon.

Mechanics' Tools

Hot Deal: Gearwrench 3pc Adjustable Wrench Set for Just $12

May 6, 2013 Stuart 3 Comments

We came across a great 2-day sale on this Gearwrench 3pc adjustable wrench set.

Mechanics' Tools

New Dewalt Combination and Ratcheting Wrenches

Apr 16, 2013 Stuart Discuss

New from Dewalt – combination wrenches and ratcheting wrenches.

Hand Tools

New Dewalt Ratchets, Sockets, and Mechanics Tool Sets

Apr 16, 2013 Stuart 23 Comments

Dewalt is coming out with new ratchets, socket sets, and mechanics tools sets.

Hand Tools

Bovidix, a Russian Professional-Grade Mechanics Tool Brand

Apr 2, 2013 Stuart 25 Comments

Have you heard anything about Bovidix, a Russian hand tool brand that’s trying to expand into the USA.

Editorial

Friendly Reminder: Don’t Use a Jack Without Jack Stands

Apr 1, 2013 Stuart 7 Comments

PSA: Use jack stands whenever working beneath your car.

Hand Tools

New Snap-on Extra-Long 1/4″ Ratchet

Mar 22, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

Snap-on’s newest 1/4″ ratchet sports a 9-inch handle for exceptional reach.

Mechanics' Tools

Deal of the Day: Stanley 201pc Mechanics Tool Set for $68

Mar 12, 2013 Stuart 2 Comments

This 201pc Stanley mechanics tool set is on sale for an extra $32-off, today only.

Hand Tools

Gearwrench 120XP Flex-Head Ratchets

Mar 5, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

Gearwrench has announced that they will be adding flex-head models to their recently-launched line of 120XP ratchets.

Mechanics' Tools

Apex Tool Group Shuttering North Carolina Factory in June

Jan 14, 2013 Stuart 13 Comments

Apex Tool Group is preparing to close the North Carolina factory that produces Craftsman sockets.

Mechanics' Tools

Gearwrench Roto Ratchet Set on Sale

Dec 22, 2012 Stuart 11 Comments

We came across a (temporary?) price drop on a set of Gearwrench Roto Ratchets.

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