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Viking Arm vs Irwin Quick-Lift

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Viking Arm Filed Infringement Action Against Stanley Black & Decker

May 20, 2024 Stuart 63 Comments

Viking Arm has filed legal action against Stanley Black & Decker.

Irwin Quick-Grip Hybrid Bar Clamps Used at Jobsite

Clamps

Irwin Also has New Hybrid Bar Clamps

Apr 2, 2024 Stuart 26 Comments

Irwin also has new bar clamps with dual handles.

Irwin Quick-Lift Construction Jack Leveling Cabinet

Clamps

New Irwin Quick-Lift Construction Jack

Mar 27, 2024 Stuart 43 Comments

Irwin launched a new lifting clamp.

Irwin Max-Strike 15oz Framing Hammer Head Closeup

Hand Tools

Irwin Tools Holiday 2023 Gift Guide

Nov 30, 2023 Stuart 19 Comments

Let’s talk about some new and recent Irwin hand tools.

Irwin Heavy Duty Wire Strippers Jaws Hero

Electrical Tools

A Look at Irwin’s New Multi-Functional Electrical Pliers

Nov 5, 2023 Stuart 16 Comments

Irwin has new 7-in-1 Vise-Grip combination electrical pliers.

Irwin PowerSlot Linemans Pliers Hero

Electrical Tools

Irwin Launched New Vise-Grip Effort-Saving Cutting Pliers

Nov 2, 2023 Stuart 9 Comments

Irwin built high leverage mechanical advantage into their new PowerSlot pliers.

Irwin Demo Hammer IWHT51024 Twisting Wood Board

Hammers & Mallets

Irwin has a New Demolition Hammer

Apr 4, 2023 Stuart 25 Comments

Irwin has a new 24oz demo-style framing hammer.

Irwin and Vise Grip Tool Deals at Amazon 120222 Hero

Tool Deals

Irwin Tool Deals at Amazon – Pliers, Strippers, Drill Bits, More

Dec 2, 2022 Stuart 15 Comments

Here are a couple of noteworthy Irwin and Vise-Grip tool deals.

Irwin Strait-Line Tape Measures 25-Foot

Layout & Measuring

New Irwin Strait-Line Tape Measures

Jul 25, 2022 Stuart 20 Comments

Irwin has 3 new tape measures coming out.

Irwin-Vise-Grip-Locking-Wrench-Pliers

Pliers

I Never Liked Vise-Grip Locking Wrench Pliers

Apr 27, 2022 Stuart 68 Comments

Here’s a unique tool that I never quite took a liking to.

Irwin Bar Clamp 4-Pack

Clamps

If You Need Small One-Handed Clamps, Buy These! (4pc Set for $16)

May 25, 2021 Stuart 35 Comments

This is more of a “special buy” than a Cyber Weekend deal, but it’s still a great bargain to pay attention to.

Irwin Stubby Multi-Bit Screwdriver

Screwdrivers

Deal: Irwin Stubby Multi-Bit Screwdriver for $4 is Back!

Mar 8, 2021 Stuart 47 Comments

Is it time for you to add a stubby screwdriver to your tool box? If the answer is “maybe,” perhaps try this inexpensive Irwin.

Vise-Grips LockingC-Clamp Swivel Grip Pliers 6-inch

Pliers

(Sold Out) Irwin Vise-Grip Locking C-Clamp Pliers for $5.83!

Dec 17, 2020 Stuart 11 Comments

This is crazy-good pricing on Vise-Grip 6-inch C-clamp locking pliers!

Irwin Dovetail Detail Saw

Hand Tools

Should You Try an Irwin Pull-Style Detail Saw?

Feb 24, 2020 Stuart 34 Comments

Irwin’s detail pull saw might be inexpensive, but it’s versatile and a pleasure to use.

Estwing 16oz Rip Claw Hammer

Editorial

5 Sweet Hand Tool Upgrades (Holiday 2019 Gift Guide)

Dec 9, 2019 Stuart 33 Comments

Here are 5 hand tool upgrades to add to your holiday wishlist.

Irwin Bar Clamp 4-Pack

Clamps

Hot Price Drop: Irwin 4pc Bar Clamp Special Buy! (12/7/19)

Dec 7, 2019 Stuart 11 Comments

What’s better than a special buy on Irwin bar clamps? An even greater discount!

New Stackable Irwin Clear Accessory Storage Cases

Accessories

New Irwin Power Tool Accessory Cases (Should be Dewalt-Compatible)

Nov 22, 2019 Benjamen 7 Comments

Irwin has came out with new power tool accessory cases that strongly resemble new Dewalt ToughCase+ and Craftsman accessory cases.

Irwin Vise-Grip Pliers Wrench Jaws Open

Pliers

Irwin’s Vise-Grip Pliers Wrenches are on Sale (H2019)

Nov 12, 2019 Benjamen 9 Comments

The Irwin Vise-Grip parallel-jaw pliers wrenches are on sale.

Irwin UniBit Step Drill Bit Front of Package

Editorial

Irwin Unibit Step Drill Bits are Now Made in China?

Jun 24, 2019 Stuart 68 Comments

Many of the Irwin Unibit step drill bits at the local Lowe’s are marked as being made in China.

Stanley Black Decker and Craftsman Tool Brand Positioning

Editorial

Craftsman, Dewalt, and How all Stanley Black & Decker Tool Brands are Relatively Positioned (2019)

Jun 22, 2019 Stuart 43 Comments

Let’s take a fresh look at how Stanley Black & Decker is positioning all of their tool brands in 2019.

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