Sockets & Drive Tools

New Craftsman Gimbal Palm Ratchet Mechanics Tool Set

Apr 19, 2019 Stuart 16 Comments

Check out this Craftsman gimbal palm ratchet tool set. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Sunex Chrome Ratchets, Sockets, and Mechanics Tools?

Apr 17, 2019 Stuart 36 Comments

Have you used or heard about Sunex ratchets, sockets, or mechanics tools before? Read More

Editorial, Mechanics' Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Sunex Budget Bit Ratchet Set

Apr 8, 2019 Stuart 15 Comments

Here’s a mini ratchet and screwdriver-bit-only set for under $20. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, Screwdrivers, Sockets & Drive Tools

Gearwrench MicroDriver Screwdriver Bit and Mini Socket Set is Compact & Handy

Apr 3, 2019 Stuart 45 Comments

Here’s a look back at our Gearwrench’s MicroDriver mini ratchet bit and socket set review, which is currently on sale. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, Screwdrivers, Sockets & Drive Tools, Tool Reviews, ToolGuyd Favorites

New Klein Tools 2-in-1 Impact Socket Set for Construction & Utility Pros

Mar 25, 2019 Stuart 15 Comments

Klein Tools has come out with new set of 2-in-1 impact sockets. Read More

New Tools, Power Tool Accessories, Sockets & Drive Tools

Harbor Freight Icon Hand Tool Pricing Compared to Other Brands

Mar 11, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

Harbor Freight released new Icon hand tools. Here’s a price comparison example. Read More

Editorial, Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Milwaukee Ratchets are Now Available

Feb 28, 2019 Stuart 64 Comments

Milwaukee’s ratchets are now available for individual purchase. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Price Drop: Husky 12V Cordless Ratchet Set

Dec 10, 2018 Stuart 29 Comments

Husky’s new cordless 3/8″ ratchet is on sale. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Mechanics' Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

HOT Deal: Select Wera Hand Tools are on Sale (Black Friday Week 2018)

Nov 19, 2018 Stuart 15 Comments

Select Wera tools are on sale for a limited time! Read More

DealGuyd, Hand Tools, Screwdrivers, Sockets & Drive Tools

Ball Hex Driver Sockets

Oct 24, 2018 Stuart 26 Comments

Let’s talk about another type of hex driver tool – ball hex sockets. Read More

Screwdrivers, Sockets & Drive Tools

Home Depot Hooked us up with Some Sweet Impact Tools

Aug 1, 2018 Stuart 22 Comments

Home Depot sent over some new impact tools – a Husky socket set, torque wrench, and Dewalt mid-torque impact wrench. Read More

Cordless, Sockets & Drive Tools

New Dewalt Ratchets are Hitting the Market

Jul 24, 2018 Stuart 48 Comments

Dewalt has come out with new open stock ratchets. We’re trying hard to be excited. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

First New Craftsman Ratchets and Tool Sets Appear on Lowes.com

Apr 1, 2018 Stuart 67 Comments

Here’s a look at a couple of new and “new” Craftsman tool sets at Lowes. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Costco Tool Deals (Holiday 2017)

Nov 30, 2017 Benjamen 24 Comments

Here are some Costco Holiday season tool deals that you might find interesting. Read More

DealGuyd, Safety, Sockets & Drive Tools, Work Lights

“Big Savings” on Select Wera Tools and Sets

Nov 20, 2017 Stuart 4 Comments

There seems to be promo pricing on select Wera tools. Some prices are GREAT, others merely so-so. Read More

DealGuyd, Screwdrivers, Sockets & Drive Tools

Surprisingly, Milwaukee Does Make Impact Socket Sets

Nov 16, 2017 Stuart 16 Comments

I’m glad I wasn’t the only person who didn’t know Milwaukee has a couple of impact socket offerings. Read More

Sockets & Drive Tools

Kobalt Pro90 Ratchets

Oct 27, 2017 Stuart 47 Comments

Kobalt’s out with some new 90-tooth ratchets, and the set of 3 ratchets is priced at $30. Read More

New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Kirk Wrench – a Reconfigurable Modular Wrench for Tight Spaces

Jul 26, 2017 David Frane 17 Comments

The Kirk Wrench is a reconfigurable problem-solver that can access hard to reach fasteners. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools, Unusual or Whacky, Wrenches

Husky 60pc Universal Mechanics Tool Set with 100-Position Ratchets and Universal Sockets

Jun 28, 2017 Stuart 44 Comments

I think I’ve found my new “starter socket set” recommendation in this Husky 60pc set with 100-position ratchets and universal sockets. Read More

Mechanics' Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools, Tool Reviews

Deals of the Day: Dewalt 20V Max Hammer Drill with Socket Set, Yost Vises (5/30/2017)

May 30, 2017 Stuart 18 Comments

Here’s what we think about today’s tool deals of the day, a Dewalt hammer drill and socket set combo, and a small selection of Yost vises and clamps. Read More

Clamps, Cordless, DealGuyd, Drills & Drivers, Mechanics' Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

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