Lowe's Clearance Thread 2015

zeekh · Oct 12, 2015

Spn1025 said:
Yea but you also have to slide open those huge covers lol

I gotta get me a Lowes vest :lol:

wizness · Oct 12, 2015

Spn1025 said:
Yea but you also have to slide open those huge covers lol

I slide the covers open all the time. usually use a piece of pipe or something. no one has every said anything.

drwheels · Oct 12, 2015

Spn1025 said:
Yea but you also have to slide open those huge covers lol

They slide real easy.

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AmateurMechanic · Oct 12, 2015

Have any of your local Lowes restocked their Kobalt tools after the recent clearance sales on many of them?

Last time I checked the one near me nearly all of the ratchets and many of the sockets had sold out due to being on clearance.

offaxis · Oct 12, 2015

offaxis · Oct 12, 2015

rednotch · Oct 12, 2015

Spn1025 said:
So, what do you do when the only tool employee absolutely refuses to look behind the sliding overhead storage for something?

"It says only 1 in stock, we don't have it. That's just a non-working display model"
"It also says non-stock, so yeah, we don't have it"

Me: "well can you look in the overhead behind the sliding cover where all of the Hitachi stuff is?"

"It's not in there"

Me: "can you just take a look? Every time I've been told it's just a display model, I've proven the employee wrong"

"It's not in there. All of the power tool kits are up above, and it's not with them, so we don't have it"

Think I'll get **** for opening those sliding storage covers myself? That old buzzard was no help whatsoever. And, I bet if I complained to the manager, he'd tell me to pound dirt

no, at 6"4 I can reach them, so sometimes I just slide them open if I don't see a ladder around, no one ever said anything bad, did get a few offers for help though when doing that. My guess is your taking his hidden tools waiting for them to bottom out.

xriderbc · Oct 12, 2015

"My guess is your taking his hidden tools waiting for them to bottom out." (him)

*DING* *DING* *DING*

We have a winner!!!!!

That's probably exactly what it is.

kneeman · Oct 12, 2015

offaxis said:

Wow. How many did you get?

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ksafi · Oct 12, 2015

Saw these Stanley tools today about to be put on display. Looks to be the same/similar Chinese made tools you see at Wal-Mart. Way to step it up Lowes.

Spn1025 · Oct 12, 2015

What wrenches did they replace with the Stanley?
Blue Hawk hopefully

At least a few Stanley tools are made in America... a few of the screwdrivers anyway

rice rocket · Oct 12, 2015

Those look like trash, my stubbies are beefier than those. Those are toys, not tools.

AmateurMechanic · Oct 12, 2015

ksafi said:
Saw these Stanley tools today about to be put on display. Looks to be the same/similar Chinese made tools you see at Wal-Mart. Way to step it up Lowes.

First Craftsman (Sears) and Husky tools (Home Depot) switched to being made in China, and now Lowes is replacing their mostly Taiwan-made Kobalt line with cheap Stanley stuff.

It's a sad day...

Do any of the major retailers even sell USA or Taiwan-made tools anymore?

Spn1025 · Oct 12, 2015

rice rocket said:
Those look like trash, my stubbies are beefier than those. Those are toys, not tools.

Agreed. They look like Stanley's cheapest line.
I got Stanley ratcheting wrench sets from Walmart several years ago and they are very nice. These look like ****. They look like the garbage Crescent wrenches that Tractor Supply clearanced out earlier this year.

AmateurMechanic · Oct 12, 2015

Looks like some of the Stanley tools are positioned to replace their Kobalt equivalents. For example:

Kobalt 19 piece 3/8 drive ratchet set with hard case ($17.99 regular price). Made in Taiwan. Comes with a 72-tooth ratchet that's excellent for the price.

Stanley 18 piece 3/8 drive ratchet set ($19.99 regular price). Made in China. I believe the ratchet is 60-tooth.

gumme · Oct 12, 2015

Olympic Rescue It Tintable Base 2 Restoration Textured Solid Exterior Stain 114-fl oz 668052 75% off was 39.98 now 10.00

Olympic Rescue It Tintable Base 2 Restoration Textured Solid Exterior Stain 341.76-fl oz 668053 75%off was 113.00 now 28.25

sparc · Oct 12, 2015

AmateurMechanic said:
First Craftsman (Sears) and Husky tools (Home Depot) switched to being made in China, and now Lowes is replacing their mostly Taiwan-made Kobalt line with cheap Stanley stuff.

Most likely Stanley is being substituted in for the Blue Hawk stuff.

If the product packaging changes even a little bit on the Kobalt, they clearance it out and new Kobalt stuff comes in.

They did a decent sized clearance of the Blue Hawk items recently. Something has to come in and replace all that stuff.

Kmart actually did the same thing recently and added in Stanley as their basic tool line underneath Craftsman.

erty67 · Oct 12, 2015

sparc said:
Most likely Stanley is being substituted in for the Blue Hawk stuff.

If the product packaging changes even a little bit on the Kobalt, they clearance it out and new Kobalt stuff comes in.

They did a decent sized clearance of the Blue Hawk items recently. Something has to come in and replace all that stuff.

Kmart actually did the same thing recently and added in Stanley as their basic tool line underneath Craftsman.

exactly...and i'll take that Stanley ratchet over the blue hawk ratchet any day. This could be a good move.

AmateurMechanic · Oct 12, 2015

sparc said:
Most likely Stanley is being substituted in for the Blue Hawk stuff.

If the product packaging changes even a little bit on the Kobalt, they clearance it out and new Kobalt stuff comes in.

They did a decent sized clearance of the Blue Hawk items recently. Something has to come in and replace all that stuff.

Kmart actually did the same thing recently and added in Stanley as their basic tool line underneath Craftsman.

Hopefully you're right. Those Blue Hawk ratchets look truly awful so even the Stanley would be a step up.

In other news, I noticed that the set I posted a few posts above is actually quite a good deal at $18 because it contains all 6-point sockets. Most Kobalt tool sets contain 12-point sockets for the 3/8" drive size.

Here's the link. May be worth checking out if you are in need of some 6-point sockets. The set includes one of their Taiwan-made 72 tooth ratchets which is a nice bonus.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_338525-22328-85190_?productId=3364142

txusa03 · Oct 13, 2015

It is very possible that all the kobalt clearance are to make room for China kobalt.

ksafi · Oct 13, 2015

I'm pretty sure the Stanley stuff is just replacing all the Blue Hawk **** but I did notice a new Kobalt combo (forget to snap a pic) that was also made in China. It was kind of black/matte color combo of 3/8 and 1/4 ratchet sets with socket combos.

BMack37 · Oct 13, 2015

Stanley is a major step up from Blue Hawk. I had plenty of opportunity to buy that stuff on clearance, still do in fact...it's such **** that I didn't even bother, it's not worth the $3.

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

Grip-Rite 5-lb 9-Gauge 1.25-in Hot-Dipped Galvanized Smooth Joist Hanger Nails
Item #: 69329 | Model #: 114HGJST5
$7.14
Was: $12.98
Save 45% thru 11/13/2015
http://www.lowes.com/pd_69329-1278-...43089&Ns=p_product_price|1&pl=1&Ntt=grip+rite

check your local price

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

DEWALT 18-Volt Nickel Cadmium (Nicd) 1/2-in Cordless Drill with Battery and Soft Case
Item #: 185475 | Model #: DC970K-2
$89.00
Was: $129.00
Save 31%
http://www.lowes.com/pd_185475-70-D...=3108421&Ns=p_product_price|1&pl=1&Ntt=dewalt

Check your local prices to see if it's any cheaper. This might be a nation-wide price though

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

Bosch 7-Pack Carbon and Bi-Metal Reciprocating Saw Blade Set
Item #: 515811 | Model #: RAP7PK
$10.97 New Lower Price
Was: $14.97
Save 27%
http://www.lowes.com/pd_515811-353-...=50063525&Ns=p_product_price|1&pl=1&Ntt=bosch

not a bad price

harleybuilder · Oct 13, 2015

Spn1025 said:
DEWALT 18-Volt Nickel Cadmium (Nicd) 1/2-in Cordless Drill with Battery and Soft Case
Item #: 185475 | Model #: DC970K-2
$89.00
Was: $129.00
Save 31%
http://www.lowes.com/pd_185475-70-D...=3108421&Ns=p_product_price|1&pl=1&Ntt=dewalt

Check your local prices to see if it's any cheaper. This might be a nation-wide price though

Same price in my area.

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drwheels · Oct 13, 2015

One of my area stores must have reset plumbing and had a cart full of plumbing tools marked half or more off in aisle #1.

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

Stanley 17-oz Checker Axe Handle Hammer
Item #: 479292 | Model #: FMHT51244L
$21.59
Was: $35.98
Save 40% thru 02/01/2016
http://www.lowes.com/pd_479292-355-...0170139&Ns=p_product_price|1&pl=1&Ntt=stanley

I still wouldn't pay more than $10 for this hammer, but maybe someone wants it

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

The pink Lufkin Susan B Komer tape measures were $3 off yesterday when I looked, down to like $6.

I know you all want one. I might pick one up today.

Edit: sorry $6.98

here it is boys! http://www.lowes.com/pd_495958-273-K625___?productId=50016940&pl=1&Ntt=pink+tape+measure

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

Black and Decker matrix attachments are showing anywhere from 30 to 60% off for anyone interested..

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

Carry-On Trailer 14-in Weed Trimmer Rack
Item #: 220465 | Model #: 801
$54.00
Was: $75.00
Save 28% thru 10/18/2015
I think it's normally around $100

http://www.lowes.com/pd_220465-1547...1061175&Ns=p_product_price|1&pl=1&Ntt=trimmer

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

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Picked up the Hitachi 18v li-ion 1/4" impact that I was looking for the other day for $28

The dumb **** the other day didn't look at the big bucket right by his feet that was full of display model drills.

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Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

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Missed out on this one this morning. Website showed 1, I debated buying it for pickup, 10 minutes later it was gone

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Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

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Picked up these 2. Kinda heavy, 75 pounds each

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CNGsaves · Oct 13, 2015

^ ^ ^ ^ Smokin' deals on those !! :thumbup:

That Bosch planer was also incredible deal. Would love to find that !!

Both of these full price at my Lowes. :sad:

06GMC5.3L · Oct 13, 2015

Spn1025 said:
Picked up these 2. Kinda heavy, 75 pounds each

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Where was this?

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JR4815D2 · Oct 13, 2015

Bosch 18-Volt Lithium Ion 1/2-in Cordless Drill with Battery and Hard Case
Item #: 623068 |
Model #: DDS181-02LPB

$125.55

Weymouth, MA

JR4815D2 · Oct 13, 2015

Spn1025 said:
Missed out on this one this morning. Website showed 1, I debated buying it for pickup, 10 minutes later it was gone

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2 available in Auburndale, FL for $38.15

Spn1025 · Oct 13, 2015

06GMC5.3L said:
Where was this?

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