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/dewalt-announces-new-higher-capacity-12v-max-and-20v-max-batteries-and-a-new-dual-port-multi-volt-charger-with-usb-ports-201406101651/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/dewalt-announces-new-higher-capacity-12v-max-and-20v-max-batteries-and-a-new-dual-port-multi-volt-charger-with-usb-ports-201406101651/ DeWalt is introducing their next generation of batteries to work with their 12V and 20V MAX tool lines. The new EXTREME RUNTIME (XR) batteries offer a 2.0Ah capacity (DCB127) for 12V MAX and 5.0Ah capacity (DCB205) for their 20V MAX tools. Along with the new batteries is a new dual-port charger that can charge both batteries as well as a couple of USB devices. Everyone wants to get more runtime out of their tools, and with new tools already being as optimized as possible, higher capacity batteries are the next logical step. The new batteries remain compatible... ]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2014 07:24:00 -0500 1651 2014-06-10 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/63/0f/dd/DCB205-2-37-1402385056.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/review-milwaukee-m12-and-m18-cordless-led-lights-201406091650/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/review-milwaukee-m12-and-m18-cordless-led-lights-201406091650/ A while ago Milwaukee sent me out their M12 LED Stick Light and their M18 LED Flood Light to review, but to be honest, after much testing I couldn't find the words to express how much I love these two light. While I wanted to share a review for these two excellent lights, I just kept putting it off. Well, the wait is finally over; I still might not be able to express my adoration for the Milwaukee cordless LED work lights, but here it goes. Tool-Rank Loves Milwaukee's Cordless LED Work Lights... ]]> Mon, 09 Jun 2014 07:00:00 -0500 1650 2014-06-09 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/9a/56/35/Milwaukee-2361-20-LED-Light-58-1402301639.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/milwaukee-tool-acquires-the-empire-level-business-201406041649/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/milwaukee-tool-acquires-the-empire-level-business-201406041649/ Press Release: 06/02/2014 MILWAUKEE, WI – Today, Milwaukee Tool announced the acquisition of the Empire Level business based in Mukwonago, Wisconsin. Steeped in history dating back to 1919, Empire Level is a fully integrated solutions provider in the Layout and Measurement product categories. Empire is the leading US manufacturer of levels, squares, layout tools, and safety and utility tape. "From the invention of the Monovial, to the introduction of the first Torpedo Level, Empire has a strong history of innovation. We share a passion for delivering best-in-class solutions for our users," says Steve... ]]> Wed, 04 Jun 2014 19:24:00 -0500 1649 2014-06-04 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/34/69/ae/Empire-level-84-1401910854.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/dewalt-announces-new-ac-and-dc-led-work-lights-201406031648/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/dewalt-announces-new-ac-and-dc-led-work-lights-201406031648/ DeWalt is introducing a few new LED lighting solutions that should meet the delight of anyone who has ever work in a confined space during the summer heat. Whether you need a little light or a lot of light DeWalt's new LED Hand-Held Light, or their new Area Light should have you covered. DeWalt Cordless LED Area Lights The new Area Light comes in two options; one that runs on 18V or 20V MAX Batteries (DCL060), and one that runs on both DC batteries and AC power (DCL061). DeWalt says... ]]> Tue, 03 Jun 2014 07:00:00 -0500 1648 2014-06-03 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/30/07/48/DeWalt-LED-Lights-83-1401774504.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/toolrank/tool-rank-giveaway-enter-to-win-a-senco-finishpro-21lxp-21-gauge-nailer-201406021647/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/toolrank/tool-rank-giveaway-enter-to-win-a-senco-finishpro-21lxp-21-gauge-nailer-201406021647/ It's giveaway time. This month Tool-Rank has teamed up with Senco to giveaway a brand new product, their new 21-gauge FinishPro Nailer. When an 18-gauge nailer is too big, and a 23-gauge is too small, Senco says their new 21-gauge nailer is just right. You can use the Senco FinishPro 21LXP just like you would use an 18-gauge brand naier to install trim, moldings, paneling, etc, or like a 23-gauge to install small delicate items that would split with a larger nail. It truly is the best of both worlds. With a nail range of 5/8" to... ]]> Mon, 02 Jun 2014 18:52:00 -0500 1647 2014-06-02 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/32/d1/bd/Senco-21LXP-Giveaway300x250-49-1401735169.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/dewalt-dw745-compact-table-saw-on-sale-for-269-at-homedepot-201405281646/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/dewalt-dw745-compact-table-saw-on-sale-for-269-at-homedepot-201405281646/ If you are looking for a table saw at a bargain price, look no further than the DeWalt DW745 10-inch Compact Table Saw. I happened to notice that HomeDepot.com has them for the low price of only $269.00. A quick look around the internet and you will see this is priced lower than even refurbished models. The DW745 was designed to be a portable jobsite saw, so it is compact and features a built-in roll cage for added protection. Despite its small size, it receives great reviews, and with some accessories you can... ]]> Wed, 28 May 2014 08:08:00 -0500 1646 2014-05-28 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/84/6e/24/de745-sale-72-1401264555.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-dewalt-dw716-12-inch-double-bevel-compound-miter-saw-308-201405231645/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-dewalt-dw716-12-inch-double-bevel-compound-miter-saw-308-201405231645/ If you are looking for a miter saw that is good for both DIY'er and Professional alike, you might want to check out this hot deal on the DeWalt DW716 12-Inch miter saw. Amazon has a new low price of $327.99 on the saw, and it is the lowest I have seen this saw for. This might be a price reduction directly from the manufacture because some of the big box stores have lowered their price of the same saw, although not as low. Still, many online stores are selling the miter saw for $450+. ... ]]> Fri, 23 May 2014 19:53:00 -0500 1645 2014-05-23 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/fc/67/55/DeWalt-DW716-38-1400874860.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/dewalt-introduces-new-bluetooth-radio-adaptor-201405221644/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/dewalt-introduces-new-bluetooth-radio-adaptor-201405221644/ DeWalt is introducing a cool little adaptor that will let users turn any radio with an AUX input into a Bluetooth compatible radio that can be used with a Bluetooth enabled phone or media player. The DCR002 Bluetooth Radio Adaptor allows users to keep their media device safely in their pockets, and stream the music directly to the radio. With new phones costing upwards of $500 new off contract, who wants to leave their phone sitting next to their radio where everyone has access to it? Or worse yet, what if it gets stolen? The DCR002 Bluetooth... ]]> Thu, 22 May 2014 07:32:00 -0500 1644 2014-05-22 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/56/90/cf/DeWALT-DCR002-Bluetooth-Radio-Adaptor-93-1400743949.jpg https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/limited-time-homedepot-pro-sale-delivers-big-savings-201405201643/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/limited-time-homedepot-pro-sale-delivers-big-savings-201405201643/ If you are subscribed to the HomeDepot PRO newsletter you are probably used to them sending you a lot a mail with hardly any value in them; but every once in a great while they have a coupon or sale in them that makes it all worth it. Yesterday's email was one of the rare gems, announcing an online sale on select Milwaukee Tools, Ridgid tools, Pnuematic compressors and nailers, and more. And this isn't just a regular sale, the saving on some of the items is big. An 18-Volt Milwaukee Hammer... ]]> Tue, 20 May 2014 07:00:00 -0500 1643 2014-05-20 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/new-portable-10-inch-sliding-miter-saw-ls1018-from-makita-201405191642/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/new-portable-10-inch-sliding-miter-saw-ls1018-from-makita-201405191642/ Makita has come out with a new 10-inch sliding compound miter saw (model LS1018) designed to meet the needs of finish carpenters, flooring installers, and other trades who require both accuracy and portability. Weighing in at only 43.7 lbs, they have portability covered, but what about accuracy? With claims like "dead-on" accurate, Makita seems confident that the linear ball bearing system they have engineered will meet the needs of professionals, but only the reviews can tell us this for sure. The saw miters 0° to 47° left and 0 to 60° right, with positive stops at 0°,... ]]> Mon, 19 May 2014 07:22:00 -0500 1642 2014-05-19 https://www.old.toolrank.com/media/listing/photos/original/d1/49/17/Makita-LS1018-MiterSaw-41-1400484264.jpg