Sears.com hot deals and clearance thread

[Hexen]

Looks like the yellow-handled Stanley/Bond garden tools are in the process of being replaced with green-handled 'Worth' garden tools. Previously only sold by Kmart, now seeing them start to show up as sold by Sears as well. These now have ship-to-store on most, with arrival dates in a week or so, while most of the Stanley ones have been stuck on "Temporarily Unavailable" for weeks now. Unfortunately the Worth versions do not have the stainless steel blades that the Stanley ones have.

 

[Hexen]

Oddly enough, I was wanting to buy the cotter pin tool when I saw it on sale and added it to my cart to buy later.... Was out in my garage just a minute ago and there sat the pin tool; I had bought it a couple weeks ago and totally forgot about it... Wild...

It looks like a nice tool but Ive yet to use it. Its rather large, so Im not sure how it will work on small pins.

Ha, you probably bought it the last time we talked about it. It can get confusing when the same sales continue for so long.

 

[Hexen]

So, went into my store today...

Firstly, I finally solved the mystery of what that SD person was talking about a couple months ago with the infamous 'black packages' comment. My store now has a large shelf section freshly stocked with Craftsman Ultimate Collection stuff, which is in black packages. They are not replacements for the lower-priced/sold-individually items we mostly like to buy.

There were also employees stocking piles of all the holiday-ad-type items (e.g. the two-pack of toolbags), with no changes to the packaging. At least some of the store is looking better-stocked again now, but there are still a lot of empty pegs in other areas. I went in hoping to find the DC clamp meter, but nope those are still sold out even in-person. Near the Ultimate Collection stuff, I was amazed to see they've managed to get a few Knipex items back in-store! But I didn't have that many points.

I found something else to spend all my points on instead, though... THE CRAFTSMAN ORNAMENTS ARE BACK! 3 designs this year that I didn't have yet! I'd thought for sure there wouldn't be any more, but Sears somehow managed to get another year ordered. And they are even on sale right now, 30% off ($6.99 vs $9.99). My store hadn't bothered to put out the sale tags, so I'm not sure how long that sale will last.

They didn't bother to post them on the website last year, IIRC, but they have this year.

Pewter Hex Nut Snowflake with 2019 year charm - almost-repeat from 2017, which I did already own, (and 2018, which I didn't get) but this is such a cool design I got it again with the new year
Pewter Table Saw - new to me, but it's a repeat from 2014 & 2015
Pewter Nailgun - new to me, but it might be a repeat from 2010
Pewter Tool Stocking - repeat from multiple prior years
Pewter Hammer with black grip - repeat from multiple prior years
Pewter Wrench Set - repeat from multiple prior years

There is a maximum of 3 of each design per store. They are also currently available for home shipping. Oh, and they seem to have only sent these to full-line stores, I didn't see my region's Hometowns come up as available pickup locations on any of the designs.

And lastly, the updated sale-tag design that apparently has been slowly spreading over the last year or two has finally made it to my store. I found a spot that still has an old-style one up near a new one, for comparison (new one is on the left):

Not sure if this means they're finally replacing their decrepit old tag printers, or if they just updated the software on the old printers.

 

[Doohickey]

Thanks. I never knew there was a tool for that. Has anyone used this Craftsman tool? Home Depot wants $6.95 for the Husky version, none at Harbor Freight. Any other versions out there?

I see the Husky version has a butyrate handle, just like the old Craftsman version that was Made in USA. However, there's complaints about availability on the HD page, so I guess it's not a tool that's popular enough to be stock in-store.

 

[Doohickey]

Looks like the yellow-handled Stanley/Bond garden tools are in the process of being replaced with green-handled 'Worth' garden tools. Previously only sold by Kmart, now seeing them start to show up as sold by Sears as well. These now have ship-to-store on most, with arrival dates in a week or so, while most of the Stanley ones have been stuck on "Temporarily Unavailable" for weeks now. Unfortunately the Worth versions do not have the stainless steel blades that the Stanley ones have.

I've had some Worth items (sold by Sears) bookmarked for a while, for those times when points are about to expire and I need to place an order quickly.

https://www.sears.com/worth-garden-12inch-swivel-grass-shears/p-07188828000P

 

[Doohickey]

So, went into my store today...

Firstly, I finally solved the mystery of what that SD person was talking about a couple months ago with the infamous 'black packages' comment. My store now has a large shelf section freshly stocked with Craftsman Ultimate Collection stuff, which is in black packages. They are not replacements for the lower-priced/sold-individually items we mostly like to buy.
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The Ultimate Collection never left the local store, but has been moved around in the department a few times. A month ago, there was a reason I asked if those tool sets in black packaging contained 90-tooth ratchets.

Also, did you check out the hammer section? A few Stanley items have moved in at the store here. Looked like Fatmax hammers, a wrecking bar, and the Wonder pry bar.

 

[Hexen]

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Also, did you check out the hammer section? A few Stanley items have moved in at the store here. Looked like Fatmax hammers, a wrecking bar, and the Wonder pry bar.

Good to hear they're finally refilling the hammer section some. I bought the 'stubby' Evolv hammer and didn't see those new hammers out at my store yet, but they were still working on shelving stuff from piles of boxes while I was there.

 

[Doohickey]

It's been about a month since I've seen anything new for the Blowout sale, so I think we're back to posting $**.99 sale items.

If anyone needs to fill in gaps with their Craftsman 3/4" drive set, then here's a small mix of sizes that are discounted:

3/4" drive open stock $4.99 - $12.99

Shipped, no store pickup showing for me.

 

[Hexen]

It's been about a month since I've seen anything new for the Blowout sale, so I think we're back to posting $**.99 sale items.

If anyone needs to fill in gaps with their Craftsman 3/4" drive set, then here's a small mix of sizes that are discounted:

3/4" drive open stock $4.99 - $12.99

Shipped, no store pickup showing for me.

Same here, home shipping only on all of 'em. Nice discounts for anyone trying to get more of those.

But FYI for everyone, we've been talking about this in the SYW thread but it hadn't made it over here yet, the workarounds to get free shipping on $10+ orders regardless of OOP amount by using a Personal Shopper or chat, have been abruptly cut off as of yesterday morning, Tue Nov 12, 2019. And they didn't just up it to $10+ OOP required, they went for the full $35+. So now it doesn't matter how you place your order, you must spend $35+ OOP or you will need to pay for shipping.

 

[Hexen]

When I looked at Doohickey's 3/4" sockets link, the Sears site advertised this deal in the upper area:

Craftsman 31 pc. Extreme Grip Tool Set
https://www.sears.com/craftsman-31-pc-extreme-grip-set/p-00942026000P
$100.00 Hot Buy sale, $199.99 regularly

Eligible for free shipping if you spend $35+ OOP. No store pickup, at least in my area.

Eligible for the current cashback deal, if you do it all OOP since it's right at the $100 threshold: "Offer valid in store and online 11/3–12/7/19. Get $100 CASHBACK in points when you spend $100 in store or at sears.com. First installment of $25 CASHBACK in points issued next day. Second installment of $25 CASHBACK in points issued in every 14 days. Points valid for 14 days each. Max. $100 CASHBACK in points per member per day."

This set includes the screwdrivers many of us have already bought, but if you don't have those already or don't mind having a second set of them, it looks like buying all the included items separately would add up to well over $100 even at current discounts, maybe around $150 but I didn't tabulate it all exactly.

 

[giants]

I'm looking for a durable (lasts 10+ years), more than occasional use (twice monthly at least and supporting the car for more than two minutes), floor jack. Your thoughts on this one, please:

https://www.sears.com/craftsman-cm-2.5-ton-low/p-00948112000P

 

[Hexen]

I'm looking for a durable (lasts 10+ years), more than occasional use (twice monthly at least and supporting the car for more than two minutes), floor jack. Your thoughts on this one, please:

https://www.sears.com/craftsman-cm-2.5-ton-low/p-00948112000P

Hard to say about longevity since it hasn't been sold for very long, but the issue I see is several reviewers mention that it takes a lot more pumps to get it raised than competing jacks do - 50-100 vs a third of that (~15-30?) on others the reviewers tried.

And then there's Harbor Freight's Daytona jacks, which raise in just 3.5 pumps! Here's their low-profile model:
- orange: https://www.harborfreight.com/3-ton...-Floor-Jack-with-Rapid-Pump-Orange-64240.html
- black: https://www.harborfreight.com/autom...l-floor-jack-with-rapid-pump-black-64780.html
- or green: https://www.harborfreight.com/autom...l-floor-jack-with-rapid-pump-green-64784.html
$139.99 regular price, $119.99 with any of these coupons (floor jacks are excluded from the basic 20%-off coupons)

Interesting situation with those Daytona jacks... it's not just a "compare to Snap-On!" advertising situation... Several years ago, HF managed to track down the Chinese manufacturer Snap-On has been secretly using to make the Snap-On-branded floor jacks, and got that manufacturer to make the exact same jacks for HF with different paint jobs. Snap-On then sued HF for copying 'their' jacks. HF countered by pointing out that Snap-On was misleading their customers that Snap-On's jacks are "assembled" in the US because they have the Chinese factory ship them to the US with a few screws still needing to be tightened or whatnot, and then sell them for 4-5x higher price. Sooo Snap-On settled and quietly dropped the case.
https://biztimes.com/snap-on-harbor-freight-settle-floor-jack-case/

It would definitely cost more than the Craftsman one on sale for $50, but I think for using more than a couple times a year, you'd get pretty tired of pumping that many times on the Craftsman one.

 

[tcpoob]

thats an interesting story about the HF floor jacks! I second Hexen : spend the money and buy it once. Unless you've points to use up with no better choice. The Costco Arcan jack is also highly rated at the same price range as the HF ones.

 

[giants]

It would definitely cost more than the Craftsman one on sale for $50, but I think for using more than a couple times a year, you'd get pretty tired of pumping that many times on the Craftsman one.

Thanks.

I plan to buy only stock (ie now lowered or tricked out) Toyota Corollas in the foreseeable future. Do I need a low-profile Daytona floor jack, or would a 5-something in regular floor jack suffice?

 

[Hexen]

Thanks.

I plan to buy only stock (ie not lowered or tricked out) Toyota Corollas in the foreseeable future. Do I need a low-profile Daytona floor jack, or would a 5-something in regular floor jack suffice?

Looks like ground clearance on a 2019 Corolla is 6.7in, so I guess a regular jack at 5.x would work. Might be cutting it close if a future model update decides to go a bit lower, though; trends that used to only be seen on tricked-out vehicles have been gradually affecting stock vehicles too (lower-profile tires on larger wheels, LED head/tail lights, etc).

 

[giants]

https://www.sears.com/craftsman-19p...SellerId=Sears&prdNo=4&blockNo=4&blockType=G4

Does anyone own the Craftsman Max Axess Socket and Ratchet Set? How does it compare to the Harbor Freight version?

https://www.harborfreight.com/sae-metric-go-thru-socket-set-21-pc-62305.html

 

[Hexen]

https://www.sears.com/craftsman-19pc-universal-max-axess-socket-and-ratchet/p-00931088000P [$20.94 sale, $47.99 reg.]

Does anyone own the Craftsman Max Axess Socket and Ratchet Set? How does it compare to the Harbor Freight version?

https://www.harborfreight.com/sae-metric-go-thru-socket-set-21-pc-62305.html [$19.99 -20% = $15.99]

I do not have either, but I found a review on the HF set comparing it to the Craftsman set, and they think the Craftsman set is better because it doesn't have this problem:

"The problem with the [HF] sockets is the ring that holds the ball in the sockets to keep them in the wratchet can come out particurally on the extension. They should have used a longer ring because it falls in and the extension will then simply fall out of the wratchet. This is frustrating."

But on the other hand, a complaint on the Craftsman version:

"When they made these they put what size the sockets are with some type of paint or different marking material. Unfortunately the size wears off because they did not stamp the size it in like they do on other sockets."

If you think you might need a pass-through extension, the HF set comes with one, but the Craftsman one is sold separately for $7.48: https://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-inch-max-axess-extension-bar-3-8/p-00929305000P (There is also an older black version for $6.48 but it has limited availability requiring home shipping, at least in my area: https://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-inch-universal-max-axess-extension-bar/p-00935427000P )

Both sets have a lifetime warranty, FWIW.

I'd lean towards Craftsman in this case since the markings wear issue sounds less annoying than the whole thing falling apart, though some might be made to better tolerances than others. I'm guessing you've got cashback points to burn so having to 'buy' the Craftsman extension separately won't be too bad.

 

[ARFLY]

I have the Craftsman set. Don't have the HF. Looking at the HF set in store it didn't seem as good as the Craftsman, but I haven't put them side by side to compare.

 

[giants]

I do not have either, but I found a review on the HF set comparing it to the Craftsman set, and they think the Craftsman set is better because it doesn't have this problem:

"The problem with the [HF] sockets is the ring that holds the ball in the sockets to keep them in the wratchet can come out particurally on the extension. They should have used a longer ring because it falls in and the extension will then simply fall out of the wratchet. This is frustrating."

But on the other hand, a complaint on the Craftsman version:

"When they made these they put what size the sockets are with some type of paint or different marking material. Unfortunately the size wears off because they did not stamp the size it in like they do on other sockets."

If you think you might need a pass-through extension, the HF set comes with one, but the Craftsman one is sold separately for $7.48: https://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-inch-max-axess-extension-bar-3-8/p-00929305000P (There is also an older black version for $6.48 but it has limited availability requiring home shipping, at least in my area: https://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-inch-universal-max-axess-extension-bar/p-00935427000P )

Both sets have a lifetime warranty, FWIW.

I'd lean towards Craftsman in this case since the markings wear issue sounds less annoying than the whole thing falling apart, though some might be made to better tolerances than others. I'm guessing you've got cashback points to burn so having to 'buy' the Craftsman extension separately won't be too bad.

Thanks.

Would putting clear nail polish on the markings prevent/reduce them from wearing out?

Do you think Sears would warranty that?

Also, IIRC, there's a GJ thread showing interchangeable Pass-Thru and Max Axess. Of course, I can't find it. Anyone have a link handy? Thanks in advance.

 

[giants]

I found a Crescent version on Home Depot, which got HORRIBLE reviews; among other things, the lever came off.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Crescen...justable-Wrench-Set-11-Piece-CPTAW8/205642158

Sounds like they took factory rejects from the HF production line (sarcasm font).

Anyone own that jewel?

I suppose I could try it out, though I suspect I'm buying a solution rather than solving a problem; flex head ratcheting wrenches would serve the same purpose.

 

[dogdog]

Not that crescent one, but I got the lowes one which is pretty good.. they discontinued... the sears ones , not too bad, and the channel fock ones... now that is a POS.

 

[Poe34]

Hey guys, every once in a while I get a pop up with a Sears coupon. It was something like "SAVE5OFF30" or something similar. Now that I don't have any Freecash available, it expired yesterday I was hoping to use that code, but now I can't remember what it was!

 

[Doohickey]

Hey guys, every once in a while I get a pop up with a Sears coupon. It was something like "SAVE5OFF30" or something similar. Now that I don't have any Freecash available, it expired yesterday I was hoping to use that code, but now I can't remember what it was!

SAVE5OFF50
SEARS5OFF50

RetailMeNot $5 off $35 tools

 

[Doohickey]

Buy with confidence. You can return most items until Jan 31, 2020

We've extended our return policy for the holidays. Items purchased between Nov 1 – Dec 24 can be returned until Jan 31, 2020

Exclusions Apply
Most items purchased between 11/1 -12/24 will have an extended return period through 1/31/20. Members have 45 days for most non-delivered/installed items or 1/31/20, whichever is better. Items sold by third party sellers, floor care equipment, vacuums, major home appliances, sewing machines, water treatment, plumbing, heating equipment, mattresses and items with return policy period less than 30 days are not covered by the extended Holiday Return Policy. Terms of standard policy (including, but not limited to, non-returnable items, restocking fee, original packaging, etc.) apply.

 

[Poe34]

Thanks Doohickey!

 

[Doohickey]

https://www.sears.com/craftsman-19p...SellerId=Sears&prdNo=4&blockNo=4&blockType=G4

Does anyone own the Craftsman Max Axess Socket and Ratchet Set? How does it compare to the Harbor Freight version?

https://www.harborfreight.com/sae-metric-go-thru-socket-set-21-pc-62305.html

The Craftsman Max Axess 6-point tools would be a better comparison to that HF set: Craftsman Max Axess Socket Set Review

All the Max Axess sets appear to have been removed from the Sears site. You can piece together a set by purchasing open stock, but that will get expensive: Craftsman 3/8" Drive Ratchet Max Axess Ratchet


Universal (spline) sockets vs 6-point sockets would be an important part to consider:

-Craftsman universal sockets worth having?
-Are universal sockets actually good for rounded bolts?
-Do Spline (aka Universal) sockets have a REAL use

I bought a set to try when I don't have the correct sized socket for a task, but I never have the set with me when the need arises.

Thanks.

Would putting clear nail polish on the markings prevent/reduce them from wearing out?

Do you think Sears would warranty that?

Also, IIRC, there's a GJ thread showing interchangeable Pass-Thru and Max Axess. Of course, I can't find it. Anyone have a link handy? Thanks in advance.

Not sure about the warranty, especially since there's a possibility that we may need to mail broken tools somewhere after Sears is gone.
How to Remove Nail Polish Without Using Remover

As for Gearwrench Pass-thru and Craftsman Max Axess, I'm pretty sure both are from the Apex Tool Group.

 

[giants]

Not that crescent one, but I got the lowes one which is pretty good.. they discontinued... the sears ones , not too bad, and the channel fock ones... now that is a POS.

I'll look for the Lowe's on Ebay. Is it Kobalt? What's the part number?

 

[Hexen]

Would putting clear nail polish on the markings prevent/reduce them from wearing out?

Yeah, I'd expect clear nail polish (or polyurethane) would help prolong the life of the markings, though eventually that could wear off too, so keep an eye on your most-used sizes to see if you need to add a fresh coat occasionally before it gets down to the markings.

 

[timoboy]

I do not have either, but I found a review on the HF set comparing it to the Craftsman set, and they think the Craftsman set is better because it doesn't have this problem:



"The problem with the [HF] sockets is the ring that holds the ball in the sockets to keep them in the wratchet can come out particurally on the extension. They should have used a longer ring because it falls in and the extension will then simply fall out of the wratchet. This is frustrating."



But on the other hand, a complaint on the Craftsman version:



"When they made these they put what size the sockets are with some type of paint or different marking material. Unfortunately the size wears off because they did not stamp the size it in like they do on other sockets."



If you think you might need a pass-through extension, the HF set comes with one, but the Craftsman one is sold separately for $7.48: https://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-inch-max-axess-extension-bar-3-8/p-00929305000P (There is also an older black version for $6.48 but it has limited availability requiring home shipping, at least in my area: https://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-inch-universal-max-axess-extension-bar/p-00935427000P )



Both sets have a lifetime warranty, FWIW.



I'd lean towards Craftsman in this case since the markings wear issue sounds less annoying than the whole thing falling apart, though some might be made to better tolerances than others. I'm guessing you've got cashback points to burn so having to 'buy' the Craftsman extension separately won't be too bad.

Can confirm the locking ring falls out of the freight set. Put some silicone grease in there so the socket pops on and off easier and re-bent the ring a tad. No more problem. My problem with it mainly is the comfort grip handle does not have a metal core so when you are cranking on it, it can bend. Had them swap a couple for me already for that.

That said get the freight set, unless it’s free with points for Cman. Good luck getting sears to honor a warranty in the future, or heck now. The one near me will not warranty ratchets unless they are the raised panel, no kit no warranty. There will be no way to warranty the pass through. Craftsman recently changed their warranty to officially limit returns per day. Wait until it becomes a Gearwrench-esque “lifetime” until you open the plastic wrap warranty. It’s coming, tried to warranty a Stanley / Proto product?...

Lowe’s sure won’t unless you argue and give them your drivers license which after 1 time they lock you out. And dealing with Craftsman directly hit and miss. Ace has looked after me best lately for warranty.

Harbor freight takes broken tools back with a smile and you get a whole new set. What’s not to like. And when they change models you can pick out whatever you want that looks similar. I got upgraded like that from the $9.99 aluminum bolt cutters that broke to the nicest biggest ones in the store free. They get most of my OOP spend these days.

Don’t get me wrong I love the free Sears tools. But I hold no illusions that they are anything but no name dollar store brand at this point when it comes to warranty (not quality necessarily)Assume they are sold as is and you are getting them cheap who cares.

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[Hexen]

...
Craftsman recently changed their warranty to officially limit returns per day. Wait until it becomes a Gearwrench-esque “lifetime” until you open the plastic wrap warranty. It’s coming, tried to warranty a Stanley / Proto product?...
...
Don’t get me wrong I love the free Sears tools. But I hold no illusions that they are anything but no name dollar store brand at this point when it comes to warranty (not quality necessarily)Assume they are sold as is and you are getting them cheap who cares.

Wow, I knew HF was a better bet than Sears for usable warranty these days, but I hadn't heard that Gearwrench and Stanley had become so bad on warranties too.

 

[Hexen]

Some Kenmore microwaves manufactured by some obscure Chinese company 'Guangdong Galanz' have been recalled for faulty wiring. They were sold at "Sears and Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores nationwide from May 2017 through July 2018 for about $350."
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-rel...ars-hometown-and-outlet-stores-300958690.html

Also, Sears corporate laid off several hundred people yesterday (most at Hoffman Estates HQ, departments not specified; and a few at San Francisco, which I think is just the 'how is this even still a thing' fashion-buying office).
https://www.businessinsider.com/sears-layoffs-his-corporate-workers-amid-store-closings-2019-11

 

[giants]

Sears needs to layoff Fast Eddie.

 

[danny_barkley]

Also, Sears corporate laid off several hundred people yesterday (most at Hoffman Estates HQ, departments not specified; and a few at San Francisco, which I think is just the 'how is this even still a thing' fashion-buying office).
https://www.businessinsider.com/sears-layoffs-his-corporate-workers-amid-store-closings-2019-11

Score!! Those folks are getting a nice long Holiday Break!

Merry Christmas from Fast Eddy!

I wonder if the letter started with, "I've got some Good News and some Bad news"

 

[giants]

Anyone who doesn't believe in the Devil hasn't met Fast Eddie.

Same with Dracula, sucking Sears dry.

 

[giants]

Craftsman recently changed their warranty to officially limit returns per day. Wait until it becomes a Gearwrench-esque “lifetime” until you open the plastic wrap warranty. It’s coming, tried to warranty a Stanley / Proto product?...

Thanks.

Is that Craftsman daily limit a store-specific thing? If not, would you provide a link to the policy?

What's up with Stanley/Proto?

I had a kerfuffle with Lowe's about warrantying Craftsman. Craftsman said that any and all authorized Craftsman retailers MUST honor Craftsman warranties and to have retailers call Craftsman.

Home Depot did that BS twice with their own Husky line! I showed them their stupid website AND packaging that says lifetime warranty, no receipt, no questions. Does Home Depot (including the Pro Store) have to train stupidity, inability to read, and ignorance, or does they come naturally for their returns employees?

 

[Hexen]

Thanks.

Is that Craftsman daily limit a store-specific thing? If not, would you provide a link to the policy?
...

Apparently it's a store-by-store thing caused by local managers deviating from official policy, and has been happening to various extents since at least 2009. https://consumerist.com/2009/03/25/sears-clarifies-craftsman-tools-warranty/

 

[giants]

Apparently it's a store-by-store thing caused by local managers deviating from official policy, and has been happening to various extents since at least 2009. https://consumerist.com/2009/03/25/sears-clarifies-craftsman-tools-warranty/

That's simply unacceptable. What happened when you showed them Sears' written policy?

Where's Fast Eddie when we need him (sarcasm font)?

 

[yrly]

42 piece 3/8 and 1/4 inch Flex socket sets are at $127.99 and spend $100 get $100 in points. I was able to cash in $42 in points add a utility cutter and got it to just over $100. Gonna get 4 installments of $40 over the next few weeks from two of these deals plus whatever the sweeps yield but I’m really really stretching on things to buy.

https://www.sears.com/craftsman-42-...SellerId=Sears&prdNo=1&blockNo=1&blockType=G1

 

[Hexen]

Perfect example of a store getting closed regardless of its profitability... turns out that Sears has had a sweetheart $10/year rent for its 200k+ square feet in the Mall of America ever since that mall opened in 1992, yet Sears closed that location in March 2019. Still sitting empty.

https://www.bizjournals.com/twincit...is-long-gone-but-stores-10-year-rent-you.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2018/12/28/sears-will-close-mall-of-america-store.html

 

[yrly]

Perfect example of a store getting closed regardless of its profitability... turns out that Sears has had a sweetheart $10/year rent for its 200k+ square feet in the Mall of America ever since that mall opened in 1992, yet Sears closed that location in March 2019. Still sitting empty.

https://www.bizjournals.com/twincit...is-long-gone-but-stores-10-year-rent-you.html

https://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2018/12/28/sears-will-close-mall-of-america-store.html

Yeah it makes no difference. The most profitable Kmart in the state here closed but they left a complete junker open.