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Mechanics' Tools

Deal: Kobalt Gearless Ratchet Set for $10

Dec 17, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Lowes’ new Kobalt Direct Drive gearless ratchet set is now on sale for just $10.

Made in USA

SK Socket Set Review – 3/8″ 18pc Fractional Set

Dec 16, 2014 Stuart 18 Comments

I had the opportunity to review an SK 3/8″ socket set, and it changed my thoughts about the brand – for the better.

Cordless

General Tools Cordless Precision Screwdriver

Dec 11, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

General Tools makes a cordless precision screwdriver that looks like it could make short work of very long or very many mini machine screws

Hand Tools

Deal: Save 15% On O’Keeffe’s Hand Cream

Dec 9, 2014 Stuart 9 Comments

Suffering from dry hands? Now’s the time to try O’Keeffe’s hand cream, which is discounted by 15% for the holidays.

Cordless

Home Depot Deal Redux: Dewalt Cordless & Mechanics Tool Set, Dremel 3-Tool Set

Dec 8, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

Today’s Home Depot Deal of the Day is a reoffering of two previous deals – a Dewalt cordless combo and mechanics tool set bundle, and a Dremel 3-tool bundle.

Mechanics' Tools

Save 50% on Kobalt Gearless Ratchet!

Dec 2, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Over at Lowes, this Kobalt Direct Drive gearless ratchet bonus set is on sale for 50% off online.

Layout & Measuring

It’s Back: Dewalt Organizer with Free Tape Measure Deal

Dec 2, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

This special Dewalt organizer and free tape measure bundle pack is back and finally available for online ordering.

EDC, Pocket, & Multitools

Hot Deals on Leatherman Wingman and Sidekick Multi-Tools

Dec 1, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Now’s your chance to buy solid backup or first-ever Leatherman multi-tools for the cheapest they ever typically sell for!

Layout & Measuring

Holiday 2014 Deal: Stanley 4-Pack of Tape Measures for $10

Nov 26, 2014 Stuart 6 Comments

Looking to buy a couple of entry-level tape measures? Check out this Stanley tape measure value pack, which comes with 25′, 16′, and two 12′ tape measures.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Milwaukee Compact Ratcheting Screwdriver Review

Nov 25, 2014 Stuart 11 Comments

Milwaukee’s compact ratcheting screwdriver bit driver offers 8-in-1 functionality and is a handy way to access fasteners in tight spaces.

Mechanics' Tools

Gearwrench Ratcheting Wrench Socket Adapters

Nov 25, 2014 Stuart 8 Comments

I bought these neat Gearwrench ratcheting wrench socket adapters more than 6 years ago, and I don’t think I’ve used them once.

Editorial

6-1/2 Years Later, and Sears Still Didn’t Fix This Gearwrench Product Description Error

Nov 25, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

I came across the same product description error on Sears’ website after more than 6-1/2 years since I ordered the part.

Bit Holders & Drivers

Bit Holders vs. Bit Sockets?

Nov 24, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

Something to think (and comment) about – do you prefer bit holder sockets, or individual bit sockets?

Made in USA

Deal: Craftsman 12pc Nut Driver Set

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 34 Comments

This Craftsman 12pc nut driver is once again on sale for $20.

Sockets & Drive Tools

PB Swiss Tools Bit Sockets – Review

Nov 21, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Here’s something you might not have seen before – one-piece hex and Torx bit sockets, by PB Swiss Tools.

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