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Apex Tool Group Cuts Armstrong and Allen Tool Brands??

Jan 13, 2017 Stuart 85 Comments

There will be layoffs at an SC, USA Apex Tool Group facility, with news reports suggesting that Armstrong and Allen tool brand production lines are being eliminated.

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Craftsman Brand Sold to Stanley Black & Decker!

Jan 5, 2017 Stuart 123 Comments

Stanley Black & Decker is buying the Craftsman brand from Sears! What will this mean for us?

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Cordless

The Best Makita 18V Brushless Impact Driver Ever is Coming Soon (XDT12M)

Oct 14, 2016 Stuart 28 Comments

Looking for the best cordless brushless impact driver you could buy? Add Makita’s new XDT12M impact to your shortlist.

News

Here’s Why Stanley Black & Decker Bought Irwin and Lenox Tool Brands

Oct 13, 2016 Stuart 35 Comments

We came across some more details about Stanley Black & Decker’s acquisition of Irwin and Lenox.

Dewalt Adjustable Pliers vs Irwin GrooveLock

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Surprise: Stanley Black & Decker Bought Irwin and Lenox Tool Brands

Oct 12, 2016 Stuart 33 Comments

Stanley Black & Decker has announced their plans to purchase Irwin and Lenox tool brands.

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.

News

Bosch Sells Skil Brand to Chervon

Aug 29, 2016 Stuart 36 Comments

Chervon, a tool manufacturer that has recently launched their own tool brands, has acquired the Skil brand from Bosch.

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Bye Bye Enco, Hello MSC Direct with Special Pricing

Jul 12, 2016 Stuart 22 Comments

Bye Bye Enco, hello MSC special pricing, probably for a limited time. Enco, you will be missed.

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Clamps

Pony Tool Clamp Company Suspends Operations

Jun 6, 2016 Stuart 44 Comments

Pony Tools has announced the suspension of their Chicago, USA operations. We’re not quite sure what it means, but it doesn’t bode well for Pony and Jorgensen clamp brands.

Editorial

Misc. Tool News, Early June 2016 Edition

Jun 3, 2016 Stuart 18 Comments

Back in stock (and on sale): Dewalt 20V Max to 18V adapter. Makita X2 hybrid vac soon available. Dust extractor sale. Have you used Toter trash bins? Flexzilla extension cord update. Your Father’s Day gift guide ideas? Holiday deals reminder.

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News

Sears to “Explore Alternatives” for Craftsman

May 31, 2016 Stuart 41 Comments

Sears has made an interesting announcement about their Craftsman brand. What do you think it means?

Announcements & Updates

BABY NEWS! It’s a Girl!

May 26, 2016 Stuart 80 Comments

It’s a girl!!

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New Tools

Dewalt is Entering the Smartphone Market – at Least in the UK

Apr 20, 2016 Benjamen 15 Comments

Dewalt UK recently announced a new smartphone that’s said to be waterproof, dustproof, weatherproof, and impact resistant.

Stanley Black and Decker Tool Brands

News

How’d They Do Last Year? A Brief Look at Tool Brand and Retailer Financials

Mar 12, 2016 Stuart 16 Comments

I am always curious to see how well my favorite tool brands are doing. With publicly traded companies, where anyone can own a share, they have to be completely transparent about things like revenue, expenses, and profit. I figured that many of you might be interested in seeing some of these numbers as well. Following is a […]

Cordless

Bosch is Working on Connected Power Tools that will Offer User Customizations

Mar 3, 2016 Stuart 13 Comments

Bosch has announced that they are working on Bluetooth-connected power tools that can be customized from your smartphone!

Festool CT 26 CT 33 CT 48E Dust Extractor Lineup

News

Festool and 3M Join Forces to “Serve Automotive Collision Repair Industry”

Mar 2, 2016 Stuart 3 Comments

Festool and 3M have partnered up to to better serve body shop professionals.

News

Bosch Reaxx Table Saw Delayed, & Interesting Table Saw Lawsuit Reading

Jan 12, 2016 Stuart 59 Comments

We asked about the delayed Bosch Reaxx saw, and was told to expect it in 2016. We also looked for updates to the SawStop vs. Bosch lawsuit, and found a lot more than anticipated.

Cordless

Hot Deal: Milwaukee M18 LED Stand with FREE Battery Starter Set

Jan 11, 2016 Stuart 22 Comments

Whoa, these new Milwaukee M18 LED worklight promos are hard to resist!

News

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy New Year!!

Dec 25, 2015 Stuart 27 Comments

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy New Year!

Husky 100-Position Ratchet and Socket Set

Cordless

Misc. Tool News, Mid-December 2015 Edition

Dec 17, 2015 Stuart 18 Comments

Here’s a mix of tool topics – a preview teaser of some new mechanics tools, some deal posts, a shout out to our friends at TIA, a gift idea, and a question about what tool gifts you bought yourself this year.

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