I haven't been thrilled with Craftsman tools since they started making a lot of them in China. Of course now Snap-On has their affordable line made in China also.
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Craftsman at Lowes
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357-RevolverGuy
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Just wanted to mention that you will be noticing more Craftsman tools being made in the USA. I have been hearing they're trying to bring back production and I've already spotted a few of their USA made tools being sold at Lowe's.
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Frank46
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Like many of you my craftsman tools were purchased close to 30 years ago.When lowes began selling Kobalt tools that are made in china they were the only tool I bought.probably have about 3 complete sets of sockets, wrenches,extensions and what all have you. I've never had to bring in a Kobalt tool in for warrantee. And lowes usually did a good job of making all tools were one the shelf available. My tool boxes are a mixture Old Cratsman,Kobalt,Proto, Armstrong, Williams and a bunch of others. And yes I'm a tool freak also. Frank
I'm curious if Lowes will drop their flagship Kobalt brand. Not sure about Craftsman now that Stanley bought the name, but up till now, both brands were made by Danaher Tool. By the shape of the handle on the OP's new ratchet, they still are.
Was looking for a mower with a Honda motor. Came down to a Craftsman at Lowes or a Troy Bilt at Home Depot. After reading the reviews I bought the Troy Bilt.
357-RevolverGuy
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The Craftsman lawn mowers have Briggs & Stratton engines. I own one that is going on it's 5th season and it runs like a champ.
daddio202
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And that's as long as my last Briggs and Stratton engine lasted.
M140 HONDA 160cc Push Mower - CMXGMAM1125500 | CRAFTSMAN
There's a five horse B&S on my K-Gro (Kmart) branded,
Frigidaire data labeled, push mower. Got it in 1998, still
running. Oil changes, air filters, a few spark plugs,
two magnetos, and she still usually starts on first pull.
Never had a question about replacing a Craftsman tool, socket, wrench, or part, ever. I think it should be the same at Lowe's. It's the brand.
Stanley Black & Decker announced on Wednesday that it was investing $90 million in a plant in Texas – a move aimed at continuing its effort to shift production of a range of Craftsman products back to the U.S. The new 425,000-square-foot facility will be located in Fort Worth, where tools ranging from sockets, ratchets, wrenches to general sets will be produced.
Frank237
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Craftsman tools announced they will be building a new factory to start building their tool line here in the USA again. Expect to see them on the shelves in 2 years.
I have taken good old Craftsman tools back to Sears for replacement and they wanted to replace them with imported junk. I had a bushel basket full of 7 1/2" saws that quit. One rainy day I was going to take them apart and make up a few from parts. All had same problem. After a hassle with a $200 drill that crapped out I gave up Craftsman power tools too. I went all to Dewalt, corded and battery both.
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For many years Snap-on has been "King of the Tool Hill". Unfortunately, their prices have now exceeded their reputation and their quality has fallen from Grace at the same time. I dare say many or most of their tools are not even built by them or in the USA any longer. Although I own many S-O tools, I doubt I'd buy them today at today's prices when I can get other quality tools for about 1/4 the price that also carry a lifetime warranty. Milwaukee hand tools are excellent as are Tecton. Kobalt is very good too.
Once again Fellas, go on Fleabay and get them used but in excellent condition and don't listen to the Snap-on Truck guy - they ARE STILL under the same warranty through the Company.
Once again Fellas, go on Fleabay and get them used but in excellent condition and don't listen to the Snap-on Truck guy - they ARE STILL under the same warranty through the Company.
I've had the same Craftsman 3/8" drill since the late 1970s. It was the first power tool I ever bought. All I've ever had to do, sometime in the mid 1980s, was replace the switch. Which was available because at that time Sears had a parts store nearby.
At one time Sears had top of the line power tools. I don't know when they started buying the cheaper lines. The old Sears power tools with polished metal housings were top quality. But being metal cased had the shock factor. If you use tools daily you get a better idea of what lasts. A home owner that uses a tool a couple times a year can get a life time out of a power tool. I buy most power tools in pairs. You don't want to be caught short if a tool breaks down and lose time on a job going after replacement.
bamacisa
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Sears did not buy Kmart...…..Kmart bought Sears.
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My old shoulders are developing arthritis so I went to Lowes and bought a Craftsman battery operated weed whacker. Whoever heard of such a thing. Lithium battery. That little sucker can cut. Don't have any idea how long it will last but it's a keeper.
Frank46
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Joe44va, my wife is about 5' in height. And regular lawn care stuff is too big for her. She has a lithium battery powered weed whacker, and blower. And a key start push mower. I have a registered nurse that comes to the house and she mentioned that they were adding an extension to their house. next time she came I had a drill that was about 30 years old,bunch of old carbide and steel circular saw blades,sanders,an old belt sander, and a few other goodies. All were old but functional. Told her that if they die on here just chuck them in the garbage as they don't owe you anything. Nothing died and all were used. Funny thing is that after cleaning out the garage I still have enough power tools to keep two carpenters busy on the job. When my old corded sander died off to Lowe's and bought a new hitachi sander.Probably the first one in many years. the sander I gave the nurse I cleaned out I don't know many years of wood dust and blew out the whole sander dust and dirt. Lubed it and test ran everything I gave her. I didn't have much as a kid growing up and usually
take good care of my tools wether they are corded or just ratchets,sockets and wrenches. The stuff one accumulates over the years is amazing. I have two of those huge plastic bins full of power tools. We don't even want to get into just the hand tools. Just had some electrical problems
pop up and rummaged through some of my old tools for electrical tools and now all are together in one of those nylon tool bags. I hate running around the house looking for a specific tool. Now they are all together. Even the two inch pipe cutter. I'm a tool freak and proud of it. Love visiting tool world at Lowes. It's like an addiction for men. Frank
take good care of my tools wether they are corded or just ratchets,sockets and wrenches. The stuff one accumulates over the years is amazing. I have two of those huge plastic bins full of power tools. We don't even want to get into just the hand tools. Just had some electrical problems
pop up and rummaged through some of my old tools for electrical tools and now all are together in one of those nylon tool bags. I hate running around the house looking for a specific tool. Now they are all together. Even the two inch pipe cutter. I'm a tool freak and proud of it. Love visiting tool world at Lowes. It's like an addiction for men. Frank
