Do youremember Craftsman Industrial Tools?

[Bigpigdave]

Does anyone remember Craftsman Industrial Tools? These were available before Craftsman Professional. They even had their own separate catalog. Also, when did the change to Craftsman Pro take place?
Thanks, Dave

 

[otis66]

Does anyone remember Craftsman Industrial Tools? These were available before Craftsman Professional. They even had their own separate catalog. Also, when did the change to Craftsman Pro take place?
Thanks, Dave

I still have my 404 pc diesel set that my parents bought for me after I graduated from Truck and Diesel Tech school back in 1987. I got the set out of the industrial catalog. The tool set was for diesel mechanics. The set even had a 3/4 inch drive set. Only pc. I don't still have is the 1/4 inch drive round head pro ratchet. I wish I still had that ratchet. I got that set about three days before I started my new job as a bus mechanic working on MC 9 coaches and Fish bowels. I remember how I could carry every tool that I owned in my Craftsman tool 5 draw top and 6 draw bottom box. I also remember setting up my brand new tool box and all my brand new shiney tools and my supervisor handing me a broom and telling me "this is how everyone starts" I think I sweep the floor and fueled buses for the first week.

 

[eyeboltman]

Great way to start a new job !!! I love tools, Eyeboltman

 

[north]

Are these the catalogs? Blue one is 94-95.

 

[Joe B.]

I have a Craftsman Industrial drill. It was a good drill but I used it for too much grinding and it has a little wobble now and the bearing make some noise. It was a good drill for a long time.

 

[bchee]

I never heard of this. Some picts would be cool.
It sounds like it's just regular craftsman tools, but with 3/4 drive sizes

 

[Bull]

I saw a black handled Craftsman Industrial screwdriver at the flea market recently. I had not heard of that particular line, and was not looking to buy screwdrivers that day, so I left it. It seemed like a nice piece, though.

 

[shotgunfatcat]

I saw a black handled Craftsman Industrial screwdriver at the flea market recently. I had not heard of that particular line, and was not looking to buy screwdrivers that day, so I left it. It seemed like a nice piece, though.

I have a black craftsman screwdriver (industrial), it does seem nice.

 

[michael murder]

I had a Craftsman Industrial router. It was an amazing piece of machinery, may it rest in peace.

 

[bchee]

do these screwdrivers have the word "industrial" printed on them?

 

[Bigpigdave]

I have a Craftsman Industrial 4.5" angle grinder that has served me well since at least 1995 (man time flies). I actually bought it at a local Sears store, didn't even have to use the catalog.
Thanks, Dave

 

[Bull]

do these screwdrivers have the word "industrial" printed on them?

Yes, the one I saw did say "Craftsman Industrial."

 

[shotgunfatcat]

do these screwdrivers have the word "industrial" printed on them?

Yes, the one I saw did say "Craftsman Industrial."

Mine does, maybe I can snap a pic when I go home.

 

[lauver]

I remember in the late 1980's and 1990's, Craftsman had some black industrial finish tools (sockets, ratchets, extensions, wrenches, pliers, chisels, and punches) that were sold through Fastenal stores. I saw some of these industrial tools as late as about 2005 in a local Fastenal store.

 

[otis66]

I have a Craftsman Industrial drill 1/2 inch made in USA. It's the same one Snap On had in there catalog with out the chorme. I belive it was made by Black And Decker. I still have it and it works great.

 

[bchee]

Mine does, maybe I can snap a pic when I go home.

That logo would be cool to see. thanks

 

[arroberts]

I have a Craftsman Industrial electric drill. Originally a 3/8, rechucked it to 1/2. Single speed that will just about break your wrist if you hit something wrong.

 

[north]

Industrial screwdriver from 94-95 catalog and professional screwdriver from 97-98 catalog

 

[bchee]

oh it's the same thing.
I have those "professional" ones.

 

[lauver]

It could be a case where Sears decided the industrial tool channel was not panning out the way they had hoped. Instead of abandoning their investment, they put some lipstick on their pig and repositioned their industrial line as their Professional line. This kind of stuff happens all the time.

 

[Bigpigdave]

It could be a case where Sears decided the industrial tool channel was not panning out the way they had hoped. Instead of abandoning their investment, they put some lipstick on their pig and repositioned their industrial line as their Professional line. This kind of stuff happens all the time.

That's definitely what happened, the Industrial line became the Professional line. Looks like from the catalog pic it happened around 1996. There was also an older line called Craftsman Commercial. I have never owned any of these but have seen pics of some tools, especially air tools, labeled Craftsman Commercial. Does anyone know the first year that the Craftsman Industrial line of tools became available?
Thanks, Dave

 

[Bull]

I have a Craftsman Commercial tool box.

 

[Bigpigdave]

I have a Craftsman Commercial tool box.

Please post a pic, I am very interested.
Thanks, Dave

 

[Bull]

I might have some in my Photobucket account. Lemme take a look.

It's one of those carry-boxes with the removable top tray.

Please post a pic, I am very interested.
Thanks, Dave

 

[billymade]

I started working @ Sears around 01'-02' timeframe; we had a Sears Industrial Catalog at the store... I tried to call a number of times. I believe they closed the industrial division of Sears around that time frame... from what I remember, it was during this time they were reorganizing Sears and Roebuck to try get the company back into a more profitable trend.... soon there after Kmart bought out Sears. They also closed the service and parts dept. @ our store; then, all the parts went online... all attempts to downsize and reorganize for turning the company around.

 

[Bull]

I found a couple pics of the Commercial box.

 

[bchee]

Craftsman Industrial reminds me of Craftsman Evolv

 

[KEH]

I have a Craftsman Commercial 1/2 inch single speed drill bought about 1967. Works fine but haven't used it all that much, just when I have serious drilling to do. A variable speed drill is much more useful.

KEH

 

[Bigpigdave]

Craftsman Industrial reminds me of Craftsman Evolv

In what way? Isn't Evolv a lower end line? Craftsman Industrial was the "top of the line" in Craftsman tools.
Thanks, Dave

 

[bchee]

In what way? Isn't Evolv a lower end line? Craftsman Industrial was the "top of the line" in Craftsman tools.
Thanks, Dave

I forgot to add
sorry

 

[55Savoy]

I picked this one up a few weeks ago ($20), very stout, repaired a few of the guides and replaced some missing stop springs, lube, works great, now stores my lesser used heavy equip. tools.

 

[jjarrell4]

I love the old castle style logos

 

[lauver]

I love the old castle style logos

This general style of logo is known as the Crown logo, ca. 1959-1977. I'm not sure what years it was used with the Craftsman Commercial line though, probably later.

 

[jjarrell4]

Crown castle same difference I like em whatever they are called

 

[beelsr]

i have a 3/8" 12V cordless from the early 90s. it ran great until '00 or '01. it had a lifetime warranty and they even replaced it when i dropped it (from about 10' onto concrete) and bent the chuck. i should say, they insisted on replacing it. i was willing to pay for a new chuck. guy, laughed and got me a new one out of the box. i was so blown away by it, he gave me the case, charger and batteries!

now, that was service!

it now sits forlornly in its case on a shelf because the batteries are shot. i just can't throw it out and don't have the ambition to rebuild the packs.

 

[mooman]

I got a Craftsman Industrial router about 12 years ago from my FIL that was missing some pieces.
I called Sears to order the parts and they mentioned it was discontinued and there was a recall for it.
They sent me a brand new router.

 

[willf650]

My dad has an old "Commercial" router.

I have an "Industrial" grinder, sawzall and screwdrivers.

 

[Bigpigdave]

Here are a few pics of Craftsman Industrial tools that I saw at auctions this week.

Thanks, Dave

 

[BDFan1981]

I wonder what the first such catalog was in this particular lineup that featured rebadged versions of Black & Decker and Skil products, like:
9-2701 3/8" Variable Speed Reversing Drill (900.27010) (similar to B&D 1180-09)
9-2702 3/8" Dual Range Variable Speed Reversing Drill (900.27020) (similar to B&D 1170-10)
9-2703 Variable Speed Reversing Deck Screwdriver w/ Adjustable Clutch (900.27030) (similar to B&D 2054-09)
9-2712 1/2" Variable Speed Reversing Drill (900.27120) (similar to B&D 1310-10)
9-27100 3/8" Variable Speed Reversing Drill (900.271000) (similar to B&D 1175)
9-27101 3/8" Variable Speed Reversing Drill (900.271010) (similar to B&D 1180 type 100, 101)
9-27102 3/8" Dual Range Variable Speed Reversing Drill (900.271020) (similar to B&D 1170 type 100, 101)
9-27103 3/8" Variable Speed Reversing Screwdriver/Drill (900.271030) (similar to B&D 1575 type 100, 101)
9-27106 Variable Speed Reversing Deck Screwdriver w/ Adjustable Clutch (900.271060) (similar to B&D 2054 type 100, 101, 102)
9-2711 1/2" Reversing Spade Handle Drill (900.27110) (similar to B&D 1321, DeWalt DW131)
9-27110 Variable Speed Reversing Drywall Screwdriver (900.271100) (similar to B&D 2037 type 100, 101)
9-27115 3/8" Variable Speed Reversing Hammer Drill Kit (900.271150-151) (similar to B&D 5071, DeWalt DW500K)
9-27121 1/2" Variable Speed Reversing Drill (900.271210) (similar to B&D 1311 type 100, DeWalt DW110)
9-27122 2-Speed Reciprocating Saw Kit (900.271220) (similar to B&D 3103 type 100, 101)
9-27124 1/2" Reversing Spade Handle Drill (900.271240) (similar to B&D 1317, 2610, DeWalt DW130)
9-27126 Dual Range Variable Speed Reciprocating Saw Kit (900.271260) (similar to B&D 3105K type 102, DeWalt DW304K)
9-27131 3/8" Cordless High Torque Drill Kit (900.271310) (similar to B&D 1950)
9-27133 3/8" Cordless Screwdriver/Drill Kit w/ Adjustable Clutch (900.271330) (similar to B&D 1980)
9-2717 3/8" Shorty Right Angle Drill (900.27170) (similar to B&D 1165)
9-2750 2.25 HP 7-1/4" Circular Saw (135.275000-001-002) (similar to Skil 553, 5650)
9-2751 7-1/4" Drop Foot Circular Saw (135.275100) (similar to Skil 807, 5750)
9-27511 1/2" Electric Impact Wrench (900.275110) (similar to B&D 2214-09)
9-27512 1/2" Electric Impact Wrench (900.275120) (similar to B&D 2214, 2670 type 100, 101)
9-27513 (900.275130-131-132) = like 9-27512 but with detent pin anvil (similar to B&D 6513, 2674, DeWalt DW290)
9-2753 10-1/4" Drop Foot Circular Saw (135.275300) (similar to Skil 810, 5790)
9-2754 5-1/2" Trim Saw (135.275400) (similar to Skil 551, 5510)
9-27541 7-1/4" Circular Saw (135.275410) (similar to Skil 5656)
9-2760 7-1/4" Worm Drive Saw (900.27600-01) (similar to B&D 3051, 7395)
9-2761 7-1/4" Worm Drive Saw (135.276100-101-102-103) (similar to Skil 77)
9-2791 3/8" Cordless Reversing Drill/Screwdriver w/ 1-hr. Charger (900.27910-11) (similar to B&D 1941)

I could go on and on about these...

~Ben

 

[netcaretaker]

Funny, I just bought the industrial wrenches from sears outlet Saturday and they are very nice. 5/16-1 1/4 for 80 out the door. I had up to 7/8 and was going to get the larger wrenches, but the set was cheaper then just getting the wrenches fron SK. I can post pics if anyone wants to see them.