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I thought you guys would want to know asap - Craftsman is discontinuing operations at the new Fort Worth Texas factory. From what I was told, tools produced there will be available at existing Craftsman distributors, but I don't have details beyond this. As I understand it, the factory isn't...

About 10 years ago I asked Gray Tools about their USA distribution, looking for something specific, and eventually gave up. 4 years ago, they emailed and said they're opening up new USA distribution channels. I took a look, but it didn't hold my attention. They DMed me on social media today...

I know how everyone feels about the 4 and 5 drawer carts, but what about the newish service cart that's regularly $99? What's the verdict on this one? https://www.harborfreight.com/30-in-service-cart-with-drawer-blue-56606.html

Short story: Stuey: Will these new versions be replacing existing SKUs? For instance, will the made-in-Taiwan stock no. 28805 #1745 vise be replacing the USA-made 63199 #1745 vise? Wilton Rep: Yes, the new stock numbers replace the old. Long story...

Just got back from Baltimore, where Stanley Black & Decker launched/relaunched the Craftsman brand, now under their ownership. Some things impressed me, other things did not. We didn't have as much time with the tools as I would have liked, but I got some good details. I posted a pic of the...

I wrote a longer post about this over at ToolGuyd (http://toolguyd.com/what-will-happen-to-pricing-of-tool-chests-cabinets-combos-and-mobile-workbenches/), but here's the gist of things: It looks like tool cabinets and chests imported from China might soon skyrocket in price. I don't have any...

I've been reading over some trade commission transcripts, and came to this part (PDF, pg 171): They obviously never came to GJ. =) How thick's the metal of your tool box?

It was my first visit to HF in a long time. This was a different location, but it still had that HF smell to it. My daughter didn't seem to mind, but it bothers me a little. Anyways, I went to buy a new 20V Hercules drill, and a Hercules impact driver. I have a call with their product team...

First Look Here: http://toolguyd.com/new-milwaukee-premium-46-tool-storage-combo-is-bigger-better/ I liked it. It's deeper, and some aspects were upgraded (handle pulls, side handle, casters). New mounting holes on the side for included and in-development accessories (unless I understood the PM...

I don't know how I feel about Milwaukee's new combination wrenches. But I can see this - I was happy to hear these magical words: "We didn't want to skip sizes." :thumbup: The smaller sets aren't as complete - no 11/32" in the smaller wrench set (boo). The chrome looked and felt plasticky...

550S I've been testing a Proto 550S 34" wide x 41" tall cabinet, and have been quite impressed with it. Lots more gushing about it at http://toolguyd.com/proto-550s-tool-storage-cabinet-review-part1/ (Photos maybe next week.) There's no soft-close, but the drawers do have a snap-action...

Yep, I've seen it with my own eyes! Here's more from that experience: http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-brushless-drill-building-and-factory-tour/ It was a lot of fun, but I do wish that I could have done more to "build my own drill." C'mon, I can solder a couple of wires, and route others! My...

Happy Thanksgiving! Hopefully you'll find this useful: Over at ToolGuyd I put together a massive roundup of all the deals I thought were worth posting about: http://toolguyd.com/black-friday-2015-tool-deals/ Here's a separate Home Depot deal post, including copies of their sales flyer tool...

Over at TG today I posted about my favorite multi-bit screwdrivers and a few that I haven't tried but know to be highly recommended. http://toolguyd.com/best-multi-bit-screwdrivers/ If I had to narrow down the list, it would be PB Swiss, Wera, and I think Picquic. Do you have a favorite pick...

Due to the age of the home we're moving into, I'm pretty sure the 9x9 basement tiles have asbestos, and so I'd like to put a floor over it. I plan to order RaceDeck for the garage, but found Modutile which offers tiles explicitly maarketed as for basement use. They're quite a bit cheaper too...

More info at TG: http://toolguyd.com/dewalt-20v-max-18v-battery-adapter/ I didn't think we'd ever see one, but it's coming out next month. $39, and there will also be a $149 battery + charger starter set.

I've got a Garage!! Now What to fix first (and how?)?? We bought a home (yay!), and it's got a 2 car garage. Any input would be appreciated, thanks!! I'll be searching the forum quite a bit, but was hoping for specific feedback and recommendations. Doors: I won't have the money for some time...

Milwaukee lifted the press embargo, and my post went up today: http://toolguyd.com/milwaukee-one-key/ In a nutshell One Key versions of their new brushless drills (http://toolguyd.com/milwaukee-m18-fuel-brushless-drills-2703-2704/) and their brushless impact driver and wrenches...

I posted a preview of Milwaukee's new adjustable wrenches over on ToolGuyd today - http://toolguyd.com/milwaukee-adjustable-wrenches/ , and am curious to see what you guys think of them. I had a chance to inspect them at Milwaukee's recent media event, nothing more. I didn't notice anything...

As posted about on ToolGuyd, there are whole new Milwaukee Fuel drills and compact impact tools coming out. New batteries too, but the kits will ship with 5.0Ah packs. Previews & comparisons: Fuel 2nd-Gen Drill & Hammer Drill Fuel 2nd-Gen Impact Driver & Wrenches 6.0Ah and 9.0Ah Batteries...