I know that Craftsman tools are king in the USA but are they widely distributed in the UK? If not, what are some of the popular brands of tools used in the UK?

This looks like a good deal to me for £94.99-





Lightweight, 2-speed pullover Mitre Saw with 216mm universal blade that will cut wood, plastic and non-ferrous metal. Horizontal handle with speed and laser control panel, accurate pre-set mitre angles and AC laser guide (no battery required). Fitted with universal blade.



SAVE OVER £60.00

1300W
Max. Cut 62 x 305mm
Cross, Mitre & Compound Mitre Cuts
Laser Cutting Guide
Dust Bag
High speed 5000rpm. Low ...

B&Q are selling the Belle Minimix 130 concrete mixer for £99.98 if anyone needs one.

It’s the 2nd one down on the page at the link below (couldn’t get the B&Q link to work)
http://www.mower-magic.co.uk/acatalog/S ... ixers.html

Here’s the rub…..virtually none of the stores have them in stock but after contacting B&Q’s head office customer services I was told that the item was “still live” & that it could ...

http://www.powertoolsuk.co.uk/ are offering a £10 disscount when your spend over £30 and pay using google checkout.

hey guys.. just had an email through advertising this from powertools2u.co.uk - thought some of you might be interested..they've got 10% off all power tools until midday tomorrow - some of the prices are pretty damn impressive and bargainous (not sure if that's even a word..!) :thumbright:

I'm trying to justify treating myself to a new toy but don't think thats gonna happen this month as i've ...

I've seen it all now!, they're selling welding gear now :?

Is it worth it, I've got some welding rods that I don't know what to do with :wink: :lol:

http://www.toolstation.com/search.html?searchstr=58385

superb value, and tough as hell. Put all my plumbing tools in it.
Had to replace old crappy one due to reversing van over it :oops: :oops:

Quick Quiz fellas. How much do you think for this Mitre Saw...
details below...

No cheating, image link changed :lol:




* Power input 1200w
* No load speed 5000rpm
* Blade diameter 210mm
* Cutting angle 0-45°
* Table tilt 0-45°
* Depth of cut 120 x 60mm
* Laser beam.

Suitable for use on wood and plastic.
Comes with -
a 24 tooth TCT and ...

My local Wickes ( Dunstable ) has an 'up to 50% off selected power tool' promotion/clearance on.

One notable item was their Biscuit Jointer at £19.97 ( normally £39.99 ).

The tool is actually the Draper jointer but with black motor body and no storage case.

Obviously its not up there with the DeWalt/Bosch/Makita ones, but for the price ...

Other stuff in the offer were a jigsaw, a couple of drills and a sander. ...

this place has superb bargains, and the customer service is the best. I once ordered the wrong extractor :oops: and they accepted the return from the courier and sent me the correct one :oops:


No problems, quick delivery, phone number with people on the end of the phone who know all the tools, and cheap!!

I'm forever dribbling at ...