American toolmaker, Stanley Black & Decker, announced that it has been awarded 14 of Popular Mechanics 2021 Tool Awards, which spotlight the year’s best tool and storage solutions that deliver reliable performance, quality craftsmanship, and a strong value.
Stanley Black & Decker’s major brand wins include from its Dewalt, Craftsman, Stanley, Irwin, and Lenox products.
“All key categories including power tools, hand tools, outdoor powered equipment, storage, and accessories, were represented through this year’s winners — an incredible testament to our company-wide commitment to product excellence,” said Jaime Ramirez, executive VP and president of Global Tools & Storage for Stanley Black & Decker.
Popular Mechanics tests more than 1,000 tools per year and has recognized the following products as the best of 2021 in their respective categories:
- Best contractor-level cordless circular saw: DEWALT 20V MAX Brushless 7-1/4-In. Circular Saw with FLEXVOLT ADVANTAGE Technology (DCS573B)
- Best pro-duty cordless hammer drill: DEWALT 20V MAX* 1/2-In. Brushless Hammer Drill/Driver with FLEXVOLT ADVANTAGE Technology (DCD999B)
- Best 15-gauge finish nailer: DEWALT 20V MAX* XR 15 Gauge Angled Finish Nailer (DCN650B)
- Best toolbox: DEWALT ToughSystem 2.0 Rolling Tower (DWST60436)
- Best job site light: DEWALT 12V/20V MAX* Compact Task Light (DCL077)
- Best mid-duty cordless circular saw: CRAFTSMAN V20* 7-1/4-In. Brushless Cordless Circular Saw (CMCS550B)
- Best cordless right-angle grinder: CRAFTSMAN V20* Brushless Cordless 4-1/2-In. Small Angle Grinder (CMCG450B)
- Best mid-duty rotary hammer: CRAFTSMAN V20* 7/8-In. Brushless SDS+ Cordless Rotary Hammer (CMCH233B)
- Best cordless wrench: CRAFTSMAN V20* 1/2-In. Drive Brushless Cordless Impact Wrench (CMCF920B)
- Best consumer cordless string trimmer: CRAFTSMAN V60* Cordless 15-In. Brushless WEEDWACKER String Trimmer (CMCST960E1)
- Best $5 tool ever made: STANLEY 6-In. Classic 99 Retractable Utility Knife (10-099)
- Best locking pliers: IRWIN VISE-GRIP Fast Release Straight Jaw Locking Pliers (IRHT82576)
- Best mid-thick reciprocating saw blade: LENOX LAZER CT Reciprocating Saw Blades (LXAR9110CT)
- Best pliers: LENOX Pliers Wrench (LXHT90540)
“With innovation at our core, our winning products reflect Stanley Black & Decker’s relentless pursuit to meet customer demands and empower those who make the world,” added Ramirez.
“Our customers know that when they invest in our brands, they can expect quality, performance, and value,” said Tabata Gomez, chief marketing officer of Global Tools & Storage for Stanley Black & Decker. “To be recognized for these attributes is affirmation that we are delivering upon that promise and upholding our continued commitment to our customers.”
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