By Todd Fratzel
CHANNELLOCK – Founded in 1886 and Still Making US Made Pliers 126 Years Later Occasionally I get the good fortune of experiencing something that makes me feel really great. Things like walking through an airport and thanking a member of the military, volunteering for a great cause, or reading about a successful start up company. […]
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By Rob Robillard
Channellock CODE BLUE Plier Line Now Made In USA Whether your a Professional contractor, serious DIYer or just a homeowner that demands top quality tools, you’ll want to take a close look at what Channellock is up to. Recently Channellock announced that they are now making their entire CODE BLUE pliers line in their Meadville, […]
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By Rob Robillard
NEW Channellock Flush Cutter. The folks at Channellock just released a new 7.5 inch flush cutter designed specifically to cut plastic ties. A tool like this is ideal for electricians, Audio visual techs, mechanics, IT and aviation folks who need to cut copper wire close to solder joints or need to snip off plastic tie wraps. and […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Channellock Code Blue Ratcheting Screwdriver Review Channellock recently introduced two new Code Blue Ratcheting Screwdrivers including the 13 ‘N 1 ratcheting screwdriver and the 18 ‘N 1 ratcheting screwdriver. These new screwdrivers have been designed to offer convenience and torque to both professionals and DIYers. I’m a huge fan of multi-tip screwdrivers especially for folks […]
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By Pat Askren
Shorter, Lighter Design Offers First Responders Pocket-Size Rescue Tool The new Channellock #87 Rescue Tool fits a nitch that other tools in the industry don’t. This tool fits nicely in a firefighter’s turnout pocket and light enough not to hinder movement. In addition to the lighter, smaller design the following features including: The cutting tool […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Enter To Win a Channellock Tool Roll No. 3 To celebrate Father’s Day the folks at Channellock are sponsoring a really great giveaway. One of our lucky readers is going to win a Channellock Tool Roll No. 3. To help celebrate Channellock’s 125th year in business, the pliers in the winner’s tool roll with be […]
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By Todd Fratzel
New Channellock® 8″ 368 High-Leverage Linemen’s Plier Channellock® has been releasing some great tools this year and the new Channellock® 8″ 368 High-Leverage Linemen’s Plier is another example. Last Fall I also reviewed their new 9.5″ Linemen’s Plier which is a slightly larger version of this one. The big improvement with both of these new […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Channellock 4-in-1 Ratcheting Wrench Set (841S) Channellock recently introduced their new 4 ‘N 1 Wrench Set (Model 841S). The 4-in-1 Ratcheting Wrench Set does the work of 8 wrenches or socket. The folks at Channellock sent us this set to test and report out thoughts to all of you. Features SAE Includes ratchet sizes: 5/16″ […]
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