https://www.old.toolrank.com/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/images/stories/toolrankcom_100x358.png https://www.old.toolrank.com/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/ideal-industries-introduces-line-of-professional-grade-drill-bits-201402121589/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/ideal-industries-introduces-line-of-professional-grade-drill-bits-201402121589/ Wed, 12 Feb 2014 08:46:00 -0600 1589 2014-02-12 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/veto-pro-pac-introduces-new-cargo-totes-201402101588/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/veto-pro-pac-introduces-new-cargo-totes-201402101588/ Veto Pro Pac is launching a new line of rugged totes that feature the same high build quality that we have come to expect from the company. Like their Contractors Series of tool bags, the Cargo Totes are made with Veto's signature 3mm thick polypropylene water proof base, and 1800 denier fabric for the body. Continuing up to the handles, Veto chose to go with leather grips, which are both durable and comfortable. The Veto Cargo Totes are really pretty basic with a large main compartment that is big enough to hold hand tools, cords, and power... ]]> Mon, 10 Feb 2014 23:43:00 -0600 1588 2014-02-10 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/6a/36/57/CT-XL-Propped1800JP-60-1392075846.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-rockwell-jawhorse-sheet-master-reduced-price-on-amazon-201402071587/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-rockwell-jawhorse-sheet-master-reduced-price-on-amazon-201402071587/ Amazon has a new sale price on the Rockwell RK9002 JawHorse Sheetmaster. The Sheetmaster model is an upgraded version of the classic JawHorse that offers a larger clamping capacity of 49-inches, which allows it to clamp plywood and other sheet goods. The Rockwell Sheetmaster is typically priced at around $200, but the current Amazon price saves you about $25. Other than the larger capacity, The Sheetmaster also appears to have a more robust build design. It features larger wheels for rolling, and larger feet for greater stability on uneven surfaces. Like the original JawHosre, the Sheetmaster has... ]]> Fri, 07 Feb 2014 21:55:00 -0600 1587 2014-02-07 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/8d/e8/9f/Rockwell-Jawhorse-Sheetmaster-63-1391810130.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/two-new-simple-to-use-laser-distance-measurers-from-milwaukee-201402071586/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/two-new-simple-to-use-laser-distance-measurers-from-milwaukee-201402071586/ Let's face it, not all contractors are technology wizards, which might prevent them from using tools that could be beneficial their business. In an effort to bring useful technology to everyone, Milwaukee has come out with new laser distance measurers that they say are the easiest to use in their class. What good are extra features on your tools if you don't know how to use them? And since most people don't read the instructions that come with their tools, Milwaukee has designed their new 2281-20 and 2282-20 lasers with easy to understand icons. The... ]]> Fri, 07 Feb 2014 01:47:00 -0600 1586 2014-02-07 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/55/e8/36/Milwaukee-lasermeasurer-2282-20-77-1391737679.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/dewalt-launches-compact-20v-max-cordless-bandsaw-201402041585/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/dewalt-launches-compact-20v-max-cordless-bandsaw-201402041585/ DeWalt has announced the launch of their new (DCS371) 20V Max Cordless Compact Bandsaw, which should be on sale now. Weighing in at only 9.4-pounds, and only 15-inches long, it truly is a compact saw for tradesmen with compact cutting needs. The DCS371 has a maximum cutting capacity of 2-1/2-inches, which is probably large enough to handle the majority of the cutting needs for electricians, HVAC technicians, and other contractors who are looking for portability. It can easily cut through conduit, rigid pipe, Uni-Strut, threaded rod, and more. Other features include: an LED work light... ]]> Tue, 04 Feb 2014 08:24:00 -0600 1585 2014-02-04 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/5b/dc/0c/Dewalt-DCS371M1-K1-52-1391502255.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/toolrank/tool-rank-giveaway-enter-to-win-a-johnson-self-leveling-cross-line-laser-level-201402031584/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/toolrank/tool-rank-giveaway-enter-to-win-a-johnson-self-leveling-cross-line-laser-level-201402031584/ One of the modern tools that makes life a whole lot easier is the cross-line laser level. If I put together a list of tools that every DIY'er should own, the cross-line laser would be on that list. So needless to say, I am happy to announce that this month Tool-Rank has teamed up with Johnson Level to giveaway one of their brand new 40-6650 Self-Leveling Cross-Line Laser Levels. Features Self-leveling Projects one horizontal, vertical or cross-line beam separately or simultaneously Visual out of level indicator Multi-functional... ]]> Mon, 03 Feb 2014 07:56:00 -0600 1584 2014-02-03 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/74/e9/65/Johnson-Laser-Giveaway-8-1391414203.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-dewalt-1-3-4-hp-fixed-plunge-base-router-kit-201401311583/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-dewalt-1-3-4-hp-fixed-plunge-base-router-kit-201401311583/ Continuing on my quest to post more hot deals on tools and accessories, today we have the DeWalt DW616PK Fixed Base & Plunge Base Router Kit for the low price of $159.20. This is $20 cheaper than Amazon's regular price and much lower than some competing stores. Features 1-3/4 maximum horsepower, 11-amp motor provides power to rout smoothly through the toughest hardwoods Micro-fine depth adjustment ring provides precise depth adjustments in 1/64-inch increments and adjusts vertically Adjustable, tool-free steel motor cam lock makes depth adjustment and base changes quick... ]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 23:28:00 -0600 1583 2014-01-31 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/54/c7/a1/DeWalt-DW616PK-84-1391210937.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/festool-put-a-chainsaw-on-a-track-and-calls-it-a-sword-201401311582/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/festool-put-a-chainsaw-on-a-track-and-calls-it-a-sword-201401311582/ If you like the idea of the Festool Track Saw, but it just doesn't have a large enough cutting capacity for you, the Festool Universal Sword Saw might be the tool for you. Available in Europe, the Festool Sword is fancy track-chainsaw that has a total cutting capacity of 7-7/8-inch (200mm). Track saws are great because they allow users to quickly and accurately cut straight lines, so why not apply the usefulness of tracks to other trades? The Festool Sword would probably be most commonly used to cut large timber like rafters or beams, but it can... ]]> Fri, 31 Jan 2014 11:17:00 -0600 1582 2014-01-31 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/4e/cf/ff/festool-sword-saw-43-1391167058.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-stanley-66-052-6-piece-precision-screwdriver-set-201401291581/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-stanley-66-052-6-piece-precision-screwdriver-set-201401291581/ A good precision screwdriver makes all the difference when working with small components. But if you want a good set, you usually have to pay good money for it. So it is a welcomed surprise to see a precision screwdriver set with high reviews on sale for less than $4.00. Amazon has lowered the price of the Stanley 66-052 6-Piece Precision Screwdriver Set from its regular price of $6+ to now only $3.73. It has an average Amazon rating of 4-1/2 stars with a total of 190 reviews. Sure there... ]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2014 23:11:00 -0600 1581 2014-01-29 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/67/cb/77/stanley-66-052-82-1391037084.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-sds-plus-mortar-knife-attachment-201401291580/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-sds-plus-mortar-knife-attachment-201401291580/ Bosch is introducing a new SDS-Plus Mortar Knife Attachment that they say provides faster and easier mortar removal from between bricks, block and, stone. Either that, or it is the fastest butter knife attachment on the market. "The mortar knife works like a conventional knife so the precision is great. That's important when the project involves expensive stone or brick, or a historic facade that cannot be replaced," said Matt Van, product manager, concrete accessories, Bosch. "No company has ever adapted this centuries-old knife design to tuckpointing in renovation and construction. The combination of accuracy... ]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2014 21:16:00 -0600 1580 2014-01-29 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/3f/f4/61/Bosch-mortar-knife-25-1391030195.jpg