Earlier this week, I republished my post on Gearwrench’s Double-X pliers. Those pliers are must-have tools, in my opinion, and they’re currently on sale.
Amazon has them labeled as a deal, but I could not find the source page. Usually with deals like that, there’s a category page (a node in Amazon parlance), but no matter how hard I looked, I couldn’t find it!
When you look at Amazon’s tool department deals page, there’s a whole lot of useless nothing, at least from my opinion. Where are the brand-name tool deals they used to have? The deals that I would take advantage of as a customer and the ones worth sharing on ToolGuyd?
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I started searching for more details on what Amazon Prime Day 2021 could hold, and then I hit the mother lode!! Here are some tool deals I’d actually buy!!
There are 22 deals here in total, and I’ll be checking back to see if there are any more.
GEARWRENCH 8″ Pitbull Dual Material Universal Cutting Pliers
This Gearwrench Pitbull 2-in-1 “universal” pliers would have replaced the two tools I used for cutting, twisting, and bending stainless steel wire the other day, and the price seems right.
I couldn’t fight the urge and bought one on the spot. I’d buy more, but they’re running low and I want to save some for you guys.
Deal Price: $16.42
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GEARWRENCH 4pc Pitbull Dual Material Mixed Plier Set
If you want a set of general purpose pliers, this Gearwrench set seems to be a good buy for what you get. I’ve been working with the Gearwrench Pitbull pliers lineup and have been pleased with what I’m seeing.
Personally, I like to buy pliers individually, but sometimes a set can be very cost-effective.
Deal Price: $51.51
MORE GEARWRENCH Tool Deals
There are quite a few more Gearwrench tool deals – here are the listings:
Save on Gearwrench Pliers, Screwdrivers, Picks, More
Save on Gearwrench Ratchets & Wrenches
Vessel Megadora 6pc Screwdriver Set
Vessel makes good products, and their Megadora screwdriver line seems to be well-regarded. I’ve used and like some of their other tools.
These have a “JawsFit” engagement that they say bites into screw heads. It looks to have serrations, not unlike other brands’ anti-camout grooves.
This seems like an interesting set, and could be worth it if you’re looking for something a bit more premium and different to try out.
Deal Price: 56.57
If you want to spend a little more, check out the 8pc set for $66.24. It looks to come with the same 6 screwdrivers and adds in 2 stubbies and an EVA foam tray.
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The Vessel “Wood-Compo” screwdriver set, with supposedly non-slip handles, is also on sale.
Price: $48.79
Note: Vessel usually says that their cross-point tools fit both JIS and Phillips fasteners.
Halder 20oz Dead Blow Hammer
I like this style of dead blow. This one has a 20 oz head and with replaceable nylon faces 1.18″ in diameter.
I’d buy this in a heartbeat if I didn’t already have a similar hammer or two.
Note: The product image might be a “product family” image, rather than of the exact model you get with this deal. Pay closer attention to the specs.
Price: $35.44
Save on SATA Tools
SATA, an Apex Tool Group brand has quite a few deals as well, with discounts of “up to 25% off.”
Some of the deals caught my attention, such as a set of SAE and metric wrench racks for less than $11. That seems to be a good buy.
Other deals caught my attention because they look to be SATA-branded versions of highly recommended Gearwrench tools, such as this ratcheting tap and die handle set. I’ve owned this set (under GW branding) for quite a while now, and while I don’t use it with every thread-cutting application, it’s an appreciated part of my kit.
There are also many value-priced tools on sale, such as an 18 oz dead blow hammer on sale for $14.22.
Wiha 13pc Insulated Screwdriver Set
Snag this Wiha 13pc Phillips and slotted insulated screwdriver set.
Phillips sizes range from PH #0 thru PH #2, and slotted sizes range from 2 to 10mm.
This set is a little more than I need, but I love this handle shape and size. I’ve owned Wiha soft finish-handled screwdrivers like this for nearly 13 years now, and I’ve bought more along the way.
What’s interesting is that this 13pc insulated screwdriver set is only a few dollars more than their 12pc standard screwdriver set.
Deal Price: $77.53
Tekton 4pc Mini Screwdriver Set
This one’s not really a deal, but take a look at these teeny tiny super-stubby Tekton mini screwdriver set!
Price: $7.95
Klein 25′ Tape Measure
This Klein 25′ tape measure has a 13ft standout and “uncluttered” easy-read blade.
Deal Price: $19.99
Klein & Knipex Side Cutting Pliers
Save on Klein and Knipex side-cutting pliers. The prices seem lower than at competing retailers. If you’re been eyeballing any of these models, maybe now’s a good time to snag one.
Knipex Cobra Pliers 3pc Set with Pouch
The price on this Knipex Cobra 3pc adjustable pliers set has been changing, but one that that remains true is how great these pliers are.
The current price at all other dealers seems to be $114.
This set comes with 5″, 10″, and 12″ Knipex Cobra pliers, plus a tool pouch.
Deal Price: $107.54
BUT, if you don’t care about the pouch, you can buy the pliers separately for around the same pirce, or just the sizes you need/want.
- Knipex 5″ Cobra Pliers: $26.67
- Knipex 10″ Cobra Pliers: $29.98
- Knipex 12″ Cobra Pliers: $49-52
Skil 20V Max Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Kits
These are good prices on name-brand 20V Max cordless drill kits, even entry-level models.
Deal Price: $60
Streamlight Bandit Pro Rechargeable LED Headlamp
I don’t know a lot about this Streamlight headlamp, but it seems to be a good price. I’ll check this out in greater detail tomorrow – it seems like a neat design at least.
Deal Price: $26.13
Beyond by Black + Decker Tape Measure 2-Pack
Black * & Decker’s Beyond tape measure 2-pack is priced at just over $12. What’s compelling here is that you ger 12′ and 16′ tapes, and not the usual 16′ and 25′ combination.
Deal Price: $12.28
Save on Klein Tools
Save on select Klein tools and sets.
Streamlight Stylus Pro USB-Rechargeable Flashlight
I like Streamlight flashlights, I like the Streamlight Stylus Pro, and I have started liking rechargeable LED flashlights.
I’d probably like this one too, and user reviews seem to be quite good.
The regular Stylus Pro USB is a few cents less expensive, but this model looks to be a good buy if you prefer blue over black.
Deal Price: $49.10
Wiss Shop Shears
These Wiss 10″ “shop shears” have a serrated lower blade, a notch for cutting rope and twine, a safety point, and ajustable pivot tension. And, they’re made from 420 stainless steel for corrosion resistance.
I’ve never seen this tool before, but now I’m paying attention now.
Deal Price: $11.58
Rockwell Sonicrafter Oscillating Multi-Tool
Save on this Rockwell Sonicrafter oscillating multi-tool. It has a tool-free blade change and comes with a couple of starter cutting blades and sanding accessories.
Deal Price: $74.83
Save on Crescent Tools
There are a whole lot of Crescent, Lufkin, Wiss, and other Crescent brands’ tools on sale right now.
More Skil Cordless Power Tool Deals
Here are additional Skil cordless deals.
$80 for a brushless drill kit?!
Halder Rubber Mallet
This seems like a good deal for a Halder mallet. The blue face is soft rubber, the grey face is a medium-hard rubber.
NOTE: This is a 12 oz hammer with 30mm (1.18″) diameter faces – it’s a relatively SMALL hammer. Don’t look at the product image – it’s wrong. Other retailers have this hammer for $31, and so you’re saving around $5 and change with this deal.
Deal Price: $25.84
Irwin Vise-Grip End Nippers
The Irwin 8″ end-cutting nippers are on sale for an even $20. Is this a good deal?
Deal Price: $20.00
Sperry Voltage Tester
I haven’t tried Sperry voltage testers or their other electrical testing tools before, but this one looks to be a few dollars less than normal. Good deal, or do you prefer a different brand for something like this?
Deal Price: $10.21
Are You Buying Anything?
I couldn’t pass up some of these deals, and purchased the Gearwrench Pitbull pliers,Vessel Megadora screwdriver set (8pc with foam tray, not the actual deal set), and I’m leaning towards buying one or both of the small-sized Halder hammers. (I bought some of their tools a few months ago and so far have been pleased with the brand.)
I might buy some of the SATA tools as well. I’ve been using a new Husky dead blow on some rough materials and it’s showing signs of abuse despite only being a few weeks old. I’m thinking maybe the 37oz dead blow for $20.03.
Leo B.
I’m curious about those end nippers. Are those a good deal, like you were asking? What would be best for nail pulling? Knipex, Irwin, Crescent, etc.? Thanks for the help and all the deals!
IronWood
I’d give the Irwin a pass, $20 is still too much. I haven’t seen anything by Irwin that impressed me for a long time. For pulling nails I like a “Concretor’s Nipper,” which is similar but with straighter handles and a bit smaller head. My Channellock 35-220 (about 9″) have been with me for years and have been fantastic for romex staples, trim/finish nails, carpet staples, and anything else. I think Channellock has discontinued the 9″ length, but still makes a longer version, and Knipex makes a nice set for the same price as the inferior Irwins . I absolutely love my Channellocks for pulling tasks and I’m sure the Knipex are just as good.
https://www.amazon.com/Knipex-9901220-4-Inch-Concreters-Nippers/dp/B000X4PV8E/
fred
I agree that Irwin (made their original reputation with auger bits) quality has slipped – as they have sent production to Asia to concentrate on low price, But for $13.01 for their concrete nippers – they might just do for nail pulling:
https://www.amazon.com/Tools-VISE-GRIP-Concrete-Nippers-2078910/dp/B000JNLUFW
IronWood
Yeah that’s a better price point. I think those are the only concrete nippers I remember seeing with the thicker ergo-grips too, if you like those. I like mine with the slim dipped handles because I’m always working out of a tool pouch or pocket, but I know lots of people like the bigger grips.
Leo B.
Thanks for the information! I’m also often working out of a tool belt, so I’ll probably opt for the dipped Knipex, for nails and staples. Thanks to you and fred for the help!
Rob
I love my Halder rubber mallet. Got blue on one side and black on the other. I think it’s a simplex
40. Thinnest handle ever. I’m glad see Halder getting more of a push in the USA lately. They make good stuff.
fred
My go to source for Halder (also their other brands Picard and Ruthe) use to be KC Tool. You can get 10% off using code TOOLGUYD4LIFE – or wait on a Black Friday sale fro 20% off.
Lately I’ve noticed that Tiger Supplies sometimes has better prices on Halder – they’re selling the 3377.030 deadblow for $36.15 ( $0.81 more than the Amazon sale) and the 3013.030 rubber mallet for $24.91 ($0.93 less than Amazon) – but you need to add in shipping cost
https://www.tigersupplies.com/Products/SIMPLEX-TPE-Soft-and-Mid-Soft-Face-Mallet__HAL3013-030-.aspx
MoogleMan3
I have that halder in both 12oz and 21oz sizes; not mentioned is the fact that you can change the striking faces out to suit your needs. On the 12oz I keep gray rubber (medium-hard, non-marring) and nylon faces, and on my 21oz I keep gray rubber and blue rubber (soft, non-marring).
They’re good mallets. Wiha makes one that looks nearly identical.
MM
I really like that style of dead blow hammer like the Halder you posted. I have a few Wiha ones that are the same basic design. If I wasn’t already set for dead blow hammers I’d be all over that.
Jared
Amazon postponed prime day in Canada (due to covid).
Sure hope we get some Vessel and Knipex deals.
I would particularly like the Vessel drivers to have something to fit JIS better. Comes up a LOT in older Japanese motorsport products and carburetors.
IronWood
I’ve been curious about the Vessel screwdrivers for a long time, but never seen them. Might be an excuse to get some. Also looks like a good deal on the Halder hammers, those are really nice. Some decent deals on here!
I’m still confused about the SATA tools, maybe it’s been discussed already. They’re just Gearwrench right? Why add another name when Apex has worked to eliminate other overlapping brands? Weird.
Matt O
The Vessel screwdrivers are superb. I have used them personally and professionally for years and they are excellent. Their normal price is cheap for how good they are imo.
Vards Uzvards
This is a good set to try out Vessel screwdrivers (contains JIS and PZ!):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E55DL4I/
fred
I have an older set of Hozan JIS screwdrivers – bought back in the dark ages to work on some Japanese bicycle components. Their newer sets are shown here:
https://www.amazon.com/Hozan-JIS-5-JIS-Screwdriver-Gen/dp/B003F63WI8/
Stuart
The thing about Vessel is that they’re said to work with JIS AND Phillips.
This is important (in my opinion) because I need Phillips but not JIS.
fred
Phillips and Phillips II are certainly the most ubiquitous style of cross point drives on this ( west) side of the pond. But as others have noted – having Pozidriv can come in handy when dealing with European cabinet hardware (e.g. Blum, Grass, Hettich, Ikea et al.)
Some French components use an even different style: B.N.A.E. – and if you work on some 1960’s vintage cars – you may see some Frearson (Reed&Prince) style. Even more rare is theSel-O-Fit configuration which is meant to get a better grip on Pozidriv screws. Finally for electric wiring devices you are starting to see Xeno (Terminal Block) bits and screwdrivers from folks like Felo, Klein and Wiha – some of these are optimizes for Phillips-Slotted combination screws and some for Pozidrive-Slotted combination screws found on such things as electrical receptacles and switches.
Stuart
Sata tools aren’t the same as Gearwrench. Maybe there are some cross-products, but these seem to be the exception.
Plain grainy
If they are still there on Monday, and if I have the time i will shop. The Gearwrench 4 piece Pit ull pliers set, plus the Tekton mini screwdrivers are my target.
Frank D
Re: super stubby / tiny screw drivers.
I printed my own extra compact ones, the depth of a hex but and just press in one of the extra hex bits everybody has around. 🙂
Robert L.
I have been using the Wiss shop shears for about 6 months and they work well.
Probably not as heavy duty as some others, but no complaints.
Plain grainy
Interesting to try out these Gearwrench pliers. Will see how they compare to some others like Crescent. Might be just enough difference between them, that they end up complimenting each other. A little diversity in the toolbox.
Plain grainy
Complementing even.
David
For anyone looking at the Wiss shears….. According to Zoro, they are…..
Country of Origin (subject to change): China
They would also be less expensive at Zoro with a 20% coupon and enough of a purchase for free shipping. For the record, I have a few pairs of all metal Wiss shears that I have bought in the last couple years through Amazon, they were made in Colombia or Italy
Plain grainy
Country of origin as you mentioned is very confusing. At Acme tools, they have a Stanley series 100 tool chest. It has a fairly large USA emblem plastered on the front. But when you look under specifications, it states country of origin CHN. There is a Stanley two drawer middle chest that’s the same way. Really confusing!
Plain grainy
At least it appears to say USA with a flag to the side. Picture isn’t real clear.
chip hershberger
Outside of the Halder (interested in),Vessel (am not personally interested in).
The rest of the the deals are less then meh.
10 years ago Amazon had great deals on great tools,also allowed us colonists to try European brands.
Other then the odd Knipex deal,I rarely buy tools any longer from them.
Plain grainy
I don’t have much for a tool budget, but i have a need for some good pliers. I know i have had the Gearwrench ratcheting wrenches for years, and they couldn’t have been nicer. So i’m excited to try out their pliers. I mostly buy Cresent products.
joseph
For headlamps I’d recommend something from petzl. They make brighter headlamps that are incredibly durable for that price point.
The tikkina is the entry level for $20 right now.
https://www.amazon.com/PETZL-TIKKINA-Headlamp-Standard-Lighting/dp/B07T1KKC6Y?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1
A small upgrade with more settings and lumens is the Tikka for $30. I think I own three of these.
https://www.amazon.com/PETZL-Headlamp-Lumens-Standard-Lighting/dp/B07T5MPFRH?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1
Wayne R.
One of the Wiha screwdriver’s great features, I think, are that the flat blades are hollow ground. Less damage to stubborn, screws.
notasparky
I strongly do NOT recommend those insulated drivers. Wiha makes two styles of insulated screwdriver, subtly different. They have the “standard” models with normal insulation and the “Slimline” models with thinner insulation. The problem with the standard models is that the insulation has a little “step” near the tip, which you can even see in the picture. This is always bumping in to something or snagging or something like that.
This might not seem important, but if you have both styles in your toolbox (due to, say, oddball one-off corporate purchasing over decades…), you’ll find you NEVER reach for the ones with the fat insulation. So it’s hardly worth buying those new, then!
Other manufacturers seem to have phased out the other, older (?) style. Felo, for example, only offers the easier-to-use insulation. I don’t know why Wiha still offers it. I don’t think it has any advantages, other than perhaps price.