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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 21, 2026

The Milwaukee Mechanics Tool Set I’d Build From Scratch

The Milwaukee Mechanics Tool Set I’d Build From Scratch

Milwaukee sells a 366-piece master mechanics set, and it’s a monster. If I were opening a full-time shop, I’d gladly take one.But if I were building a simpler Milwaukee mechanics tool set for my garage, I wouldn’t start by buying everything Milwaukee has ever painted red. I’d focus on the tools I would actually reach for during brake jobs, tire rotations, oil changes and weekend repairs.No filler. No mystery tools that sit untouched for eight years. Here’s my setup. ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Aug 1, 2026

Trade of the Month: Mechanics

Trade of the Month: Mechanics

Most people do not think about their mechanic when the car starts every morning. They think about their mechanic when it does not.But when your car starts making sounds not even music can cover up, a dashboard light starts ruining the commute, or a “quick brake job” uncovers three other problems. Mechanics are the people expected to find the issue, explain it clearly and get everything moving again, often while working around rust, tight spaces and parts that refuse to cooperate.For August’s Trade of the Month, Acme Tools is recognizing automotive mechanics, diesel technicians, fleet mechanics and the dedicated ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Jul 20, 2026

Stop Chasing Your Tools: Milwaukee’s Massive New Socket & Ratchet Drop is Here

Stop Chasing Your Tools: Milwaukee’s Massive New Socket & Ratchet Drop is Here

We have all lived the nightmare. You are elbow-deep under the hood of a car or wedged under a kitchen sink. You set your socket down for a split second, and clink, clink, rolllllllll, it vanishes into the abyss, never to be seen again. Or maybe you are fighting a rusted bolt in a space so tight you can barely get a click out of your ratchet.Whether you make your living turning wrenches or you spend your weekends conquering DIY projects in the driveway, cheap hand tools and messy toolboxes are the enemy of progress.Milwaukee just completely overhauled the ... Read More

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GEARWRENCH Tags:

Mar 21, 2026

GEARWRENCH Bolt Biter

GEARWRENCH Bolt Biter

Picture this scenario. It is late on a Friday afternoon, and you are exactly one single bolt away from packing up the truck and starting your weekend. You put a wrench on it, apply a little pressure, and instantly feel that sickening slip. Congratulations, you just rounded off a rusted fastener, and your Friday is officially ruined. Or at least it used to be. Instead of throwing your wrench across the shop and reaching for the torch, you need to get your hands on the GEARWRENCH bolt biter lineup. This isn't just another gimmick tool collecting dust in the bottom ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Feb 16, 2026

Your Tool Savings Just Got Real: Weekly Savings Vault Week 3 Is Here

Your Tool Savings Just Got Real: Weekly Savings Vault Week 3 Is Here

Look, we're not going to bore you with some long-winded story about how hard you work or how much you deserve a break. You already know that. What you need to know is this: it's Monday in February, which means we’ve just cracked open the Weekly Savings Vault again, and the tool savings inside are worth your time.Here's the deal. Every Monday this month, we unlock deals on brands that don't usually play the discount game. We're talking the stuff that's already sitting in your truck, on your wish list, or both. No junk. No gimmicks. Just straight-up tool savings ... Read More

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Jan 27, 2026

The "Don’t Be the Guy with Broken Tools" Flash Sale: 15% Off Your New Favorite Gear

The "Don’t Be the Guy with Broken Tools" Flash Sale: 15% Off Your New Favorite Gear

Let’s be honest: there is nothing worse than being mid-job, reaching for a pair of pliers or a tape measure, and realizing you’re working with a piece of junk that should’ve been tossed in the bin three years ago. Whether you’re a pro on a commercial site or a homeowner just trying to survive a Saturday DIY project without losing a finger, your tools shouldn’t be the reason you’re swearing.Today is the day you stop making excuses. We’re running a massive flash sale at AcmeTools.com that’s so straightforward even your apprentice couldn't mess it up. We have over 14,000 ... Read More

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