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Tradesmen depend on innovative products that meet their needs on the jobsite. Whether its performance they can trust or a product that outlasts the competition, tradesmen seek out tools that help them get the job done faster. The IRWIN® VISE-GRIP® brand is legendary for innovative pliers and wrenches that tradesmen trust enough to ask for by name. While the IRWIN STRAIT-LINE® brand has been the category leader in marking and layout for decades.

General Contractor FAQ

I just purchased an IRWIN chalk reel and I'm not sure which color chalk I should use for different applications.

Choosing the appropriate chalk if very important. Blue chalk is considered ... read more

What is the proper way to use the reversible offfset dovetail saw? I know it is reversible and it has an offset. What side needs to be offset in relation to the side of the cut?

A very common application for the reversible offset dovetail saw is to cut ... read more

What is the recommended bit speed for flat bits? I am sure that the speed varies by bit diameter and wood species

We have a recommended turning speed of 1500 - 2000 RPM on the IRWIN Speedbo... read more

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