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/reviews/milwaukee-screwdriver-reviews-201310161532/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/milwaukee-screwdriver-reviews-201310161532/ When you think of Milwaukee you don't really think of hand tools, but Milwaukee has been on a push over the last couple of years to change all that. This year Milwaukee has introduced a number of new hand tools, including the screwdrivers we will be reviewing today. In the review I will be going over their General Purpose Screwdriver Set as well has their 10in1 Ratcheting and 10in1 Non-ratcheting drivers. Milwaukee General Purpose Screwdriver Set While weight is often one of the markers of a quality made tool, I feel the opposite is... ]]> Wed, 16 Oct 2013 07:47:56 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/milwaukee-expands-fastback-line-with-pocket-knives-201310081526/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/milwaukee-expands-fastback-line-with-pocket-knives-201310081526/ If you liked the form and function of the original Milwaukee Fastback Utility Knife or the recently updated and improved Fastback II Utility Knife, you might also be interested in the new line of Fastback Pocket Knives. MILWAUKEE, WI- Milwaukee Tool Corporation continues to expand their Hand Tool offering with three new Fastback™ Knives, launching in November 2013. Expanding the utility knife line to include pocket knives as well, the new additions to the Fastback™ family will include a Fastback™ Hawk Bill Knife, Fastback™ Smooth Pocket Knife and Fastback™ Spring Assisted Knife. ... ]]> Tue, 08 Oct 2013 06:57:23 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/six-new-compact-drills-and-impacts-from-milwaukee-201310041524/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/six-new-compact-drills-and-impacts-from-milwaukee-201310041524/ Milwaukee Tools is set to release a total of six new M18 Compact Drills and Drivers over the next few months that will replace existing models. The new models include two Drills (2606-22CT, 2607-22), two Impact Drivers (2657-22CT, 2656-20), and Two Impact Wrenches (2658-22, 2659-22). All six boast improvements to ergonomics and overall performance. MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Tool continues to strive for and deliver best in class solutions with the launch of six new M18™ Compact Drilling and Fastening products. Featuring improved performance, features and ergonomics, Milwaukee® will introduce two new compact drills and four... ]]> Fri, 04 Oct 2013 19:42:04 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-50-off-milwaukee-m12-drill-radio-combo-kit-149-201310011522/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/hot-deal-50-off-milwaukee-m12-drill-radio-combo-kit-149-201310011522/ HomeDepot.com has a pretty sweet deal on the Milwaukee M12 3/8 in. Drill/Radio Combo kit. What was normally $199 has been marked down to $149 for the week. Taking a quick look at other online stores finds the same kit for $189 or higher. What makes the deal even better is what is included with the kit. At $149 you might expect something bare-bones or with only one battery, but on top of the Drill and Radio, this kit actually comes with two batteries, a charger, and a contractor bag. Get the deal (online only)... ]]> Tue, 01 Oct 2013 18:21:42 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/milwaukee-announces-m18-cordless-oscillating-multi-tool-201309241518/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/milwaukee-announces-m18-cordless-oscillating-multi-tool-201309241518/ If you have been impatiently waiting for Milwaukee to release their 2626-22 M18 Cordless Oscillating Multi-Tool to use alongside your other Milwaukee cordless tools, you won't have to wait much longer—like maybe only a few more days. Along with a freshly delivered press release (below) as evidence, ToolBarn.com has them listed as shipping October 1st. MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Tool Corporation continues to expand the fastest growing 18V cordless system on the market with the introduction of the new M18™ Cordless Multi-Tool. Designed to increase productivity and ease of use for professional users, the new tool... ]]> Tue, 24 Sep 2013 21:47:39 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/milwaukee-2013-heated-hoodies-hand-warmers-up-for-pre-order-201307291484/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/milwaukee-2013-heated-hoodies-hand-warmers-up-for-pre-order-201307291484/ During their media event back in June, Milwaukee announced that they would be expanding their heated gear line with new M12 Heated Hoodies, M12 Heated hand Warmers, and finally a M12 heated Jacket for Women. And while these do not officially go on sale until August, you can reserve yours now with a pre-order. Milwaukee Heated Hoodies Milwaukee's Heated Jacket line has been a huge success, but after hearing from users that they felt the jackets were too nice to be used on jobsites, Milwaukee introduced something a bit more casual—the M12 Heated Hoodie. ... ]]> Mon, 29 Jul 2013 08:45:36 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/milwaukee-upgrades-and-expands-m12-drilling-line-201307221479/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/milwaukee-upgrades-and-expands-m12-drilling-line-201307221479/ Not too long ago Milwaukee introduced a whole new line of M12 Fuel drills and impacts that feature the latest in brushless tool technology. If you want the most power from a sub-compact tool, these are it. But Milwaukee has not forgotten about their M12 (brushed) line of tools and has recently announced six new products that will either replace existing models or will add to the lineup. I know what you are thinking. "Why make brushed tools, when brushless is so much better?" Well, the brushless models cost a little more, and not every application needs... ]]> Mon, 22 Jul 2013 19:57:28 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/toolrank/toolrank-giveaway-win-a-milwaukee-m12-fuel-brushless-drill-kit-201307091471/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/toolrank/toolrank-giveaway-win-a-milwaukee-m12-fuel-brushless-drill-kit-201307091471/ Do you know what time it is? It's giveaway time. And since we haven't done a Milwaukee giveaway in a while, and because they have been releasing a lot of really nice products lately, we decided to team up with them for this giveaway. What we have to offer is one of their new M12 Fuel Brushless Drills. It is easy to look at the size of this drill and think it is too small to handle your needs, but looks can be deceiving. The 2403-22 Drill Driver Kit we are giving away is built with Milwaukee's... ]]> Tue, 09 Jul 2013 18:21:49 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/milwaukee-2013-new-product-symposium-201306171460/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/milwaukee-2013-new-product-symposium-201306171460/ sym•po•si•um [sim-poh-zee-uh m] n. a dynamic conference organized for the discussion of the latest innovative Milwaukee tools Before highlighting a sample of the many great tools revealed in this event held last week, it was helpful for me to first check my dictionary for the proper usage of the word; and though Webster might not have defined it exactly this way, having first-look at Milwaukee's latest innovative tools indeed made the Milwaukee tool new product symposium a dynamic conference. With expert product managers showcasing tools like the latest M18 FUEL cordless line; a M18 cordless LED... ]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2013 07:26:54 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/milwaukee-2653-22-m18-fuel-brushless-impact-driver-review-201306061456/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/milwaukee-2653-22-m18-fuel-brushless-impact-driver-review-201306061456/ Back when I tested the Milwaukee M18 Fuel Brushless Hammer Drill, I found that it easily proved itself to be a powerhouse. It took on every task with speed, while also showing long battery life. Being that their M18 Fuel Impact driver is in the same M18 Fuel family, can it too prove to be a powerhouse? Let's find out. Testing the 2653-22 Impact I wanted to test out the 2653-22 in a way that would be similar to how it would be used on the jobsite, so I turned to the ridiculous screws... ]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2013 07:00:00 -0500