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    Gearwrench RBRT?

    https://www.gearwrench.com/all-tools/ratchets-sockets/impact-products/gwuhbsms-39-piece-14-38-12-drive-saemetric-impact-bi-directional-hex-bit-socket-master-set It appears Gearwrench entered the world of RBRT with their version of Bidirectional Hex bit sockets in SAE & Metric across 1/4, 3/8...
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    Milwaukee Striker Chisel Hammer?

    https://techschoicetools.com/products/preorder-m18-fuel%E2%84%A2-striker%E2%84%A2-hammer-chisel Did Milwaukee just kill the air hammer? I can see immense value in a salvage yard, on the side of the road or breaking into a locked facility if it works as advertised. Seems to be one of the...
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    New Vim 1/4 Comfort Grip ratchets

    https://vimtools.com/product/frcg4usa/ Noticed VIM has new made in the USA comfort grip 1/4 drive ratchets on their website. Out of stock as of this writing, probably a place holder :dunno:
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    New Tekton extra shallow socket and tiny 1/4 ratchet Releases

    Greeting all, I did a quick search, but nothing came up. I apologize if this is a duplicate post. Tekton released a couple of new items this week. First were stubby 1/4 drive flex head ratchets with or without quick release. What makes these interesting to me is there's a male 1/4 square drive...
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    Your Best Tool Purchase in 2025?

    What was the best tool purchase you made in 2025? Mine was the Ko-Ken 3/8 drive locking wobble extension set. https://kokenusa.com/products/3-8-sq-dr-locking-wobble-fix-extension-bar-3-piece-set
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    New TEKTON German Made Hammers

    The latest Tekton additions are German made hammers. You can get your choice of Ball Peen, Cross Peen, or Mining Sledge Hammers in various weights if you're in the mood to beat something but, want the feel of a hickory handle. I might pick up a cross peen version to try to figure out why they're...
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    Bottle openers shrinking?

    Just noticed that the bottle opener included in this year's Wera Advent Calendar seems puny compared to previous years :wtf: Possibly a cost saving measure, a more compact version, user feedback redesign, who knows. :bounce: I hope they don't change their screwdriver handles :beer:
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    Tekton push button adjustable pliers pliers?

    https://www.tekton.com/pliers/push-button-adjustable-pliers just in time for Christmas shopping, Tekton is coming out (already out in some sizes) with a line of German made push button cobra like adjustable pliers.
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    Wurth Wrench Set users?

    Anyone here use Wurth combination wrenches? I have some of their probably made in Taiwan long zero offset metric boxed end wrenches that I like and was wondering how their combination wrench sets were? The Wurth website leaves a lot to be desired when trying to get more info on a product...
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    SEMA 2025 Sleeper Tools

    While viewing several You Tube videos discussing the new tools shown at SEMA 2025, I found a few that seem interesting to me but haven't garnered much press. First off, in the too little too late category, SK tools are coming out with flex head X Frame ratcheting wrenches. That's right after...
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    Updated Tekton Small Engine Kit Coming soon

    The Tekton Small Engine Kit that sold out very quickly as a prototype is supposed to be released in November as an updated set. In fact, they're already listed on their website. https://www.tekton.com/1-4-inch-drive-small-engine-repair-kit-with-case-skt07901...
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    Project Farm Digital Torque wrench test

    Break out the popcorn, Project Farm released a 1/2 drive digital torque wrench test video on You Tube today. Let the gnashing of teeth begin:beer:
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    Why is this Wiha compact 1/4 socket set so expensive?

    https://chadstoolbox.com/wiha-44684-metric-nut-driver-and-bit-set-1-4/ I've eyeballed this Wiha Compact 1/4 drive socket set for a while but, it only recently became available in the USA. However, I don't know if it's a tariff thing or Wiha just trying to make it more exclusive but $165.99 to...
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    Another Tekton Protype MTR4 Tool Roll

    I saw this new prototype tool roll when looking for new products at Tekton.com today. https://www.tekton.com/tekton-mtr4-tool-roll-ranger-green-exp00012 They're sold out which prevents me from buying one. :lol: They only made 25 in each color. Reminds me of the Yorktown tool roll...
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    Favorite Screwdriver Bit Set?

    Greetings All, Llooking to see what 1/4 inch hex power bit sets you peeps prefer. Looking for a set geared mostly to automotive applications. Don't really use Posidrive or Square. Thanks in advance for your suggestions. :beer:
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    Wera Tool Check Modular Additions

    https://products.wera.de/en/new_products_2025_tool-check_modular_tool-check_plus_tool-check_tool-check_modular.html Wera added a short allen key set, a micro screwdriver handle & bit kit, and a hinge section to make a larger tool check kit.
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    Wiha 5% Tool Price Increase 6/1/2025

    FYI, I received an email from Wiha Tools stating there will be a 5% price increase across their entire product line effective 6/1/2025 due to tariffs. Wiha went on to say if there are additional changes in tariffs, they will review and provide pricing updates with a 30-day notice.
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    New CAPRI XL Reversible Flex Head Ratcheting Wrench Set

    https://capritools.com/shop/long-box-end-flex-head-ratcheting-wrench-set/ Capri Tools joined the XL Flex Head Reversible Ratcheting Wrench club with the release of their new wrench set. Although they might be a bit confused because, on the front of their website, Capri refers to their new...
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    NEW CAPRI LONG PATTERN REVERSIBLE RATCHETING COMBINATION WRENCH SETS

    Capri released a new series of long pattern reversible combination ratcheting wrenches. They look interesting :dunno: V cut open end with anti slip features, 120 position ratcheting boxed end, satin finished. Has possibilities but, I still have the first generation ratcheting wrenches Capri sold...
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    WIHA VIETNAM PLIERS PLANT CAUGHT FIRE

    Did anyone else get an email from Wiha tools about their Vietnam Pliers Factory experiencing a large fire recently? For some unknown reason, I got an email from Wiha Tools saying they have 27 high selling pliers (20 sets and 7 individual pliers) available but, they're temporarily suspending 177...
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