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/News/bosch-teases-the-new-18-volt-oscillating-multi-tool-on-facebook-201305101442/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-teases-the-new-18-volt-oscillating-multi-tool-on-facebook-201305101442/ It looks like Bosch US will be coming out with an 18-volt version of their oscillating multi-tool. They gave us a sneak peek at what is to come on their Facebook page. From the photo all we can really see is that it runs on 18-volts and has the tool-less blade change feature that is found on their corded models, but I suspect it is pretty much the same as the cordless model that is already available in Europe. No word on pricing or availability. ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 07:11:58 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/smokin-hot-deal-craftsman-nextec-multi-tool-only-9-50-201305011434/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/smokin-hot-deal-craftsman-nextec-multi-tool-only-9-50-201305011434/ We don't see deals like this very often, but Sears has their Craftsman Nextec line 12-volt Multi-Tool (tool only) for sale for less than ten bucks. This is just the bare tool and doesn't come with any accessories, but what would you expect for only pocket change. The regular price for this tool is $59.99, and kit sells for just under $80. This deal is probably only worthwhile to people that already own Craftsman Nextec 12-volt tools, as a separate purchase of a battery and a charger will cost you nearly $50. You would be better off... ]]> Wed, 01 May 2013 05:00:35 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/dremel-carbide-universal-oscillating-tool-blade-201304221428/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/dremel-carbide-universal-oscillating-tool-blade-201304221428/ Dremel has come out with a new carbide oscillating tool blade that they say is the first oscillating tool blade on the market with high performance carbide teeth. These are unlike previous carbide oscillating blades that feature only carbide grit. Carbide grit blades are only really useful for limited applications, but actual carbide teeth blades can be used in a wide variety of applications. The new Dremel MM485 blade should last longer than standard oscillating blades and cut faster in normal applications. Dremel says they can also make cuts into much harder materials, such as hardwood,... ]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/bosch-germany-announces-a-ton-of-new-products-201303151406/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/bosch-germany-announces-a-ton-of-new-products-201303151406/ Literally, if you took all of the products Bosch Germany announced the other day and multiplied them by X, they would surly weigh a ton or more. There are so many tools I don't know where to start—how do tools that talk to your smart phone sound? Disclaimer: Just to be clear, these tools have been announced for Bosch Germany and may or may not come to the USA, though many of them probably will. Bosch GLM 100 C Professional Laser Measure Syncs With Your Smart Phone I think... ]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2013 08:30:30 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/new-makita-cordless-combo-kits-include-their-oscillating-multi-tool-201302251397/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/new-makita-cordless-combo-kits-include-their-oscillating-multi-tool-201302251397/ If are ready to start building up a set of Makita 18V cordless tools, and one of their LXT cordless oscillating multi-tools is on your list, you might be interested to know that Makita is now selling them in combo kits. I like to check out the manufacturers pages every once in a while to see if they have come out with something new but never sent out a press release for. When I checked Makita's page a few days ago I was surprised to see that they have added two 18-volt oscillating multi-tool combo kits... ]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 09:49:05 -0600 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/craftsman-tools-save-the-justice-league-201210021298/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/manufacturer-news/craftsman-tools-save-the-justice-league-201210021298/ Who do we turn to when we need saving? Why the Justice League of course. But who does the Justice League turn to when the Hall of Justice needs saving from disrepair? Apparently they turn to the Craftsman Technician and his trusty Craftsman Bolt-On Modular Tool System. Craftsman Tools has teamed up with DC Entertainment to showcase all of the different problems the Craftsman Bolt-On Tool System, with all of its attachments, can solve. Bolt-On is the latest cordless system from Craftsman that features a modular head system. There are a total of 9 changeable head options... ]]> Tue, 02 Oct 2012 07:53:18 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/rockwell-announces-four-new-oscillating-multi-tools-201209121286/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/rockwell-announces-four-new-oscillating-multi-tools-201209121286/ Rockwell was one of the first to come out and compete in the oscillating tool market, but it was so long ago that their current oscillating tool was starting to show its age. I was just thinking that Rockwell needed to come out with an update, and what do you know, they give us four updates. It looks like in an effort to make their oscillating tools affordable for everyone, Rockwell has come out with three new oscillating tools that reach everyone from the occasional users up to the pro, as well as an updated cordless model.... ]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/toolrank/toolrank-giveaway-win-a-porter-cable-pce605k-oscillating-multi-tool-201209011280/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/toolrank/toolrank-giveaway-win-a-porter-cable-pce605k-oscillating-multi-tool-201209011280/ Just a couple of days ago Porter-Cable announced their latest Oscillating Multi-Tool and now ToolRank has teamed up with them to give one of these bad boys away. This tool is barely hitting the store shelves and if you win you can be one of the first to own one. The new PCE605K Multi-Tool has a bunch of new features that really allows it to stand out from the crowded oscillating tool market. Features of the PCE605K include: 3.0 amps of power, 10,000-22,000 OPM variable speed, a tool-less blade change feature, a long 10-foot cord, and now... ]]> Sat, 01 Sep 2012 06:28:31 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/latest-porter-cable-oscillating-tool-gets-a-power-upgrade-and-more-201208301278/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/latest-porter-cable-oscillating-tool-gets-a-power-upgrade-and-more-201208301278/ The field of oscillating tools continues to grown with another entry from Porter-Cable. They seem to be coming out with new models every year, and each time they add more features to make them even better. Let's take a look at what the new Porter-Cable PCE605K has to offer. First, the biggest difference over the previous model is an upgrade from 2.5 amps to 3.0 amps, which evens up Porter-Cable with the other leading brands. The second big improvement is the one that really sets it apart from the rest. Feature wise, all of the brands have... ]]> Thu, 30 Aug 2012 23:27:15 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/black-decker-intros-matrix-multi-head-modular-tool-system-201208211271/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/black-decker-intros-matrix-multi-head-modular-tool-system-201208211271/ Black & Decker has just announced their new Matrix Multi-Head modular tool system which will allow users to build up their tool inventory one head at a time. Users will also be able to select the power of the new system by selecting one of three power base units. Modular tool systems are becoming more popular and they are targeted at the DIY crowd because a system like this allows them to build up their toolbox at a much lower price. What is unique with the Black & Decker Matrix system is the option to choose a... ]]> Tue, 21 Aug 2012 07:00:00 -0500