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Just in Time for Father's Day, Ace Hardware is Now Home to Craftsman(R) Tools
Innovative, Trusted Tool Brand Now Available at the Helpful Place
OAK BROOK, Ill., May 26 /PRNewswire/ -- With Father's Day just around
the corner, there's another great reason to shop Ace Hardware stores across
the country. For the first time, Ace Hardware stores are now offering some
of the top tools from Craftsman. This selection of hand and power tools
makes ideal gifts for the DIY Dad on your gift list.
"We're excited to bring Craftsman to the shelves of Ace Hardware
stores," said home expert and Ace store owner Lou Manfredini. "Our tools
have been Father's Day favorites for decades, and now Ace Hardware
customers have the opportunity to give their dads an innovative gift that
will provide years of value."
Top Father's Day gift offerings from Craftsman now available at Ace
Hardware include:
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-- Craftsman NEXTEC 12-Volt Lithium-Ion Hammerhead Auto Hammer: This
convenient lithium-ion tool drives nails flush to the surface with the
pull of trigger, perfect for tight corners and any location where space
is at a premium or swinging a hammer is not an option. The Auto Hammer
features a powerful motor, made with a high speed/high torque design
that delivers 3,600 impacts per minute and drives nails up to 3.5 inches
in length. The Auto Hammer is powered by a 12-volt lithium-ion battery
that recharges in 30 minutes and retails for $99.99.
-- Craftsman Dog Bone(TM) 8-in-1 Wrench: The Dog Bone 8-in-1 wrench
features a swivel head on each end that allows for easy access and
flexible angles to tackle the toughest jobs. Each side of the Dog Bone
fits four popular nut sizes. It is equipped with a strong magnet that
can hold up to 8 pounds, making this tool ideal for changing drain
plugs. The magnet can also hold nuts flush against the wrench while
making adjustments on the job, is available in inch or metric and
retails for $19.99.
-- Craftsman 12-Volt NEXTEC Multi-Tool: This ultra compact tool can sand,
cut, grind, grate, remove grout and much more. It's perfect for the
do-it-yourselfer and home project enthusiast. At less than two pounds,
the Multi-Tool packs a lot of power with a long-lasting 12-volt
lithium-ion battery, innovative high speed oscillation technology and
six various attachments to get the job done right, including a sanding
base plate, straight edge cutting blade, circular cutting blade,
circular grout disc, triangular grout disc and scraping blade. For use
on surfaces such as drywall, wood, metal, plastic tile, masonry and
porous concrete, the tool's lightweight frame, ergonomic design and
multiple blade positions also make it great for use in tight spaces. It
retails for $99.99.
-- Craftsman 104-piece Mechanics Tool Set: Craftsman mechanics tool sets
come with a variety of socket sizes, wrenches, ratchets, screwdrivers
and more, making it easy to find the appropriate tool and to match your
project. Ideally suited for those with a passion for home auto care,
Craftsman hand tools are guaranteed with a lifetime warranty. This set
retails for $49.99.
-- Craftsman Universal Wrench seven-Piece Sets: The Universal Wrench
features a reinforced open end that reduces tip spread under heavy load
to prevent rounded fasteners. Flip it around for a closed end side that
features an angled head and universal tooth design that grips six
different types of nuts and bolts, including six-point, 12-point,
partially rounded, external TORX, square and spline. The angled head
allows clearance for knuckles and provides better leverage on tight
fasteners. The set comes with a reusable caddy, is available in inch or
metric and retails for $19.99.
-- Craftsman 19.2-Volt C3 Drill/Driver: Craftsman's C3 platform offers the
versatility to take on dozens of projects with one interchangeable
19.2-volt DieHard battery that powers more than 25 tools. The 3/8"
Drill/Driver combines power, speed and versatility. Featuring a variable
speed motor, this drill can work at low or high speed and features an
ergonomic handle with comfort grip, so you can work longer with less
effort. It retails for $59.99.
More Craftsman tools will be available at Ace Hardware stores later
this summer. For more information on these and other great gift ideas from
Craftsman, visit http://www.craftsman.com. To find your neighborhood Ace Hardware
store, visit http://www.acehardware.com.
About Ace Hardware
For more than 85 years, Ace Hardware has been known as the helpful
hardware store by both customers and communities. With approximately 4,500
locally owned and operated hardware, home center and building materials
stores, Ace is the largest hardware cooperative in the industry.
Headquartered in Oak Brook, Ill., Ace currently operates 14 distribution
centers in the U.S. and one in Shanghai, China, and its retailers' stores
are located in all 50 states and more than 60 countries. For more
information on Ace, visit http://www.acehardware.com.
About Sears Holdings Corporation
Sears Holdings Corporation is the nation's fourth largest broadline
retailer with approximately 3,900 full-line and specialty retail stores in
the United States and Canada. Sears Holdings is the leading home appliance
retailer as well as a leader in tools, lawn and garden, home electronics
and automotive repair and maintenance. Sears Holdings is the 2010 ENERGY
STAR? Retail Partner of the Year. Key proprietary brands include Kenmore,
Craftsman and DieHard, and a broad apparel offering, including such
well-known labels as Lands' End, Jaclyn Smith and Joe Boxer, as well as the
Apostrophe and Covington brands. It also has the Country Living collection,
which is offered by Sears and Kmart. We are the nation's largest provider
of home services, with more than 12 million service calls made annually.
Sears Holdings Corporation operates through its subsidiaries, including
Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corporation. For more information, visit
Sears Holdings' website at http://www.searsholdings.com.
SOURCE Craftsman; Ace Hardware
Web site: http://www.craftsman.com/ http://www.acehardware.com/
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CONTACT: Larry Costello of Sears Holdings Corp., +1-847-286-9036,
lcoste5@searshc.com; or Christopher Boniface of Ace Hardware
Corporation, +1-630-990-6756, cboni@acehardware.com
