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Kobalt Xtreme Access Wrenches

Hand Tools

New Kobalt Xtreme Access Sockets and Wrenches

May 16, 2012 Stuart 8 Comments

Kobalt’s new Xtreme Access tools are designed with universal spline drive profiles for a near all-in-one versatility.

Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver with Bonus Holster

Hand Tools

Kobalt Double Drive with Free Holster Pouch and Free Shipping!!

Nov 26, 2011 Stuart 13 Comments

FYI – the Kobalt Double Drive with bonus free holster is $20 with free shipping for a limited time.

Kobalt Crossform Wrench Set

Hand Tools

Kobalt Crossform Wrench Sets

Nov 8, 2011 Stuart 5 Comments

These Kobalt Crossform wrenches offer great ergonomics that save your hands from heavy duty fastener tightening and loosening tasks.

Ridgid vs Kobalt Drill Dare to Compare

Cordless

Ridgid vs Kobalt, Who Makes the Better Cordless Drill?

Nov 1, 2011 Stuart 86 Comments

Ridgid vs. Kobalt, who makes the better cordless drill? We don’t know the answer to this just yet, but will come to a conclusion later this week.

Kobalt 10pc Pliers Wrench Set

Hand Tools

Kobalt Pliers, Wrench, and Hand Tool Sale at Lowes

Oct 25, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Looking to score some Kobalt pliers for yourself or as a gift? Here’s some info on this week’s tool sale!

Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver with Bonus Holster

Hand Tools

New Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver with Bonus Holster!

Oct 25, 2011 Stuart 20 Comments

Here’s a peek at the new special edition Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver set that includes a bonus holster.

Kobalt 18V Impact Wrench with LiIon Battery

Cordless

4-1/2 Things We Learned About Kobalt Power Tools

Oct 6, 2011 Stuart 8 Comments

Here are a few things we learned about Kobalt, their philosophy towards tool designs, and their new power tools.

Kobalt Double-Drive Screwdriver Handle

Hand Tools

Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver Video Review

Oct 4, 2011 Stuart 14 Comments

We put together a quick video review of the new Kobalt Double-Drive Screwdriver to show how it works.

Kobalt 325916 NiCd Combo Kit

Cordless

Lowes Kobalt Hand & Power Tool Preview – Fall & Winter 2011

Sep 29, 2011 Stuart 6 Comments

Lowes held a media event in NYC this week, bringing attention to quite a few new tools that are being released under their exclusive Kobalt brand. We attended the event, and previewed many of the new hand and power tools. We will be looking at many of the new tools in detail, reviewing some of […]

Kobalt Double-Drive Screwdriver 19 Piece Set

Hand Tools

Free Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver OR Lowes Gift Card Giveaway!!

Sep 27, 2011 Stuart

We’re giving away a FREE Kobalt Double Drive Screwdriver OR a $25 Lowes gift card. To enter, all you have to do is leave a quick comment!

Kobalt Double-Drive Screwdriver 19 Piece Set

Hand Tools

Kobalt Double-Drive Screwdriver Set Preview

Sep 23, 2011 Stuart 25 Comments

Kobalt is rolling out a new type of screwdriver this holiday season – the Double-Drive screwdriver. After previewing one out firsthand, I am actually very excited about the design!

Lowes Kobalt Cordless Power Tools Display Banner

Cordless

Lowes’ Kobalt Cordless Power Tools – 18V NiCad & Lithium-Ion

Aug 27, 2011 Stuart 36 Comments

Check it out – a line of brand new Kobalt cordless power tools just hit the market!

New Kobalt Mechanics Hand Tools At Lowes

Hand Tools

New Kobalt Tools at Lowes (Imports)

Aug 10, 2011 Stuart 31 Comments

The new lineup of (imported) Kobalt mechanics tools is now hanging from the pegs at Lowes. If you’ve seen these tools in person, what do you think about them?

Kobalt Multi-Drive Wrench at Lowes for Fathers Day

DIY & Home

Kobalt Bi-Material Multi Drive Wrench is Back in Stock at Lowes for Father’s Day

May 8, 2011 Stuart 2 Comments

Kobalt’s Multi Drive Wrench, first introduced last winter, is back in stock in high quantities, just in time for Father’s Day.

Kobalt Multi Drive Wrench Set Contents

DIY & Home

Kobalt Multi Drive Wrench Full Hands-on Review

Dec 2, 2010 Stuart 17 Comments

Here’s our full hands-on review of Kobalt’s new Multi Drive Wrench. Part 1 showed covered “fastener fit“, and this review covers quality and hands-on performance.

Kobalt Multi Drive Wrench SAE Socket Bolt Test Fit Closeup

Hand Tools

How Well Does the Kobalt Multi Drive Wrench Fit Hex Fasteners?

Nov 16, 2010 Stuart 34 Comments

I couldn’t help myself, I purchased a Kobalt Multi Drive Wrench for review (more info about the new tool here). The full hands-on review of the universal wrench is in the works, but I wanted to share these photos about how well (or poorly) the wrench’s sockets fit fasteners.   

Kobalt Multi-Drive Wrench Dog Bone Tool

DIY & Home

Kobalt Multi-Drive Wrench – Yes, Yet Another New Dog Bone Wrench!

Nov 4, 2010 Stuart 43 Comments

UPDATE: If you’re interesting in purchasing the Lowes Kobalt Multi-Drive Wrench as a holiday gift, you should also check out the innovative new Kobalt Double-Drive Screwdriver! Kobalt’s new Multi-Drive Wrench is another new Dog Bone wrench design that features 8 universal sockets that cover both standard 6pt SAE and metric fasteners, as well as a variety of […]

Kobalt 17 Gallon Air Compressor

Compressors, Air Tools, Nailers

Kobalt 17 Gallon 1.5HP Compressor Review

May 31, 2010 Brian 44 Comments

A few weeks ago I met up with Brian, a ToolGuyd contributor, and I spotted a Kobalt compressor (model 236005) in his shop. This unit is no longer available for sale at Lowes, but I’ve recently seen quite a few of them for sale on Craigslist and ebay, and carbon-copy units are still available at other retailers. […]

Kobalt USA Made Combination Wrenches

Hand Tools

Half Off Some USA-Made Kobalt Tools at Lowes!!

May 26, 2010 Stuart 1 Comment

Frequent ToolGuyd commenter Teicher sent us a tip that Lowes has taken 50% off Kobalt’s 10pc combination wrench sets at Lowes. That’s a very, very good deal! It looks like Kobalt’s 20pc 1/4″ socket set is also on sale at 50%-off. These sets are all made in the USA, and will be valid thru May 31st […]

Bit Holders & Drivers

Kobalt 26pc Palm Ratchet Set

Jan 27, 2009 Stuart 2 Comments

While browsing for something over at Lowes.com, I noticed Kobalt’s 26 piece palm ratchet set. From the looks of it, this set is intended to be highly portable, and includes a small selection of sockets and insert bits. Best of all, the set is priced at $15. We are quite eager to give Kobalt’s palm ratchet a try, but […]

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