Hardware and Tool Deals - Online Tools on Sale

Black & Decker via eBay again offers its factory-refurbished Black & Decker 18-volt Cordless Drill/Driver, model no. GC180WDR, for $27.99 with free shipping. That's tied with our expired mention from three days ago and $17 below the lowest total price we could currently find for any new Black & Decker 18-volt drill/driver. (For further comparison, it's $7 under our January mention of a similar new unit.) It features a 24-position clutch, variable speed, reverse, and more. A 2-year Black & Decker warranty applies.

VMInnovations via eBay offers the refurbished Graco 450-Watt House Paint Spray Station, model no. HV2900, for $34.99 with free shipping. That's $47 below the lowest total price we could find for a refurb elsewhere. It purportedly sprays a 6x6-foot area in 4 minutes and features three spray patterns, a 450-watt motor, 13-foot hose, and more.

A 90-day VMInnovations warranty applies.

Max Tool Sales via eBay offers the DuroMax 3,500-watt Gas Powered Camping Generator (pictured), model no. XP4400E, for $349.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $50. Its power panel features an RV switch, keyed electric start, engine shutoff switch, volt meter, and circuit breakers. It produces a 4,400-watt surge and 3,500-watt continuous power.

Max Tool Sales via eBay also offers the DuroMax 1,000-watt Portable Gas-Powered Generator, model no. MX1500, for $179.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $20. It produces a 1,500-watt surge and 1,000-watt continuous power.

Black & Decker via eBay offers the Black & Decker 12-volt MAX Lithium Piranha Pruning Saw, model no. PSL12, for $43.99 with free shipping. That's tied with our mention from a month ago and the lowest total price we could find now by $24. It features a clamping jaw, 6" blade with serrated teeth, charger, and more.

Worx GT via eBay offers the Worx GT 3-Piece 18-volt Lawn Care Combo Kit, model no. WG901-1, for $134.99 with free shipping. That's $5 under our mention from a month ago and the lowest total price we could find now by $214. It includes a 2-in-1 cordless string trimmer/edger, cordless hedge trimmer, and cordless blower/sweeper. Also included are two 18-volt batteries, one charger, three spools of trimmer lead, and wall mounts.

GearXS via eBay offers the GearXS 27-LED Flashlight with Built-in Hook and Magnet for $5.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $2, although we saw it for $1 less in February. It requires three AAA batteries (included).

5StarDeal via eBay offers the Deluxe Mobile Workshop and Toolbox, model no. 75-2050, for $49.99 with free shipping. That's $4 under our September mention and the lowest total price we've seen. (It's a current price low by $8.) This 24-1/2"-tall rolling toolbox features three drawers, two top panels with compartments, removable tray, and more.

WORX via eBay discounts a selection of factory-refurbished WORX cordless yard tools, as listed below, with deals starting at $69.99. Even better, all items qualify for free shipping. That puts all items at the lowest total price we could find by at least $20. A 2-year Worx warranty is offered. The deals:

• WORX 18-volt Blower with Battery & Charger for $69.99
• WORX GT 24-volt Lithium Trimmer/Edger (pictured) for $99.99
• WORX 24-volt Trimmer/Edger and Blower Combo for $129.99

Black & Decker via eBay offers the Black & Decker AccuMark Level with Gecko Grips, model no. BDSL10, for $16.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find by $2. (Most stores charge $25 or more.) This level comes with grip assist pads for 1-handed leveling on walls.

Porter-Cable offers the factory-refurbished Porter-Cable 3-Tool 18-volt Cordless Combo Kit, model no. PCL318IDC-2R, for $59.99 with free shipping. That's $9 under our Black Friday week mention of a new unit and $91 less than a new trio today. This kit includes a drill/driver, impact driver, LED work light, battery, and charger. A 1-year Porter-Cable warranty applies.

CPO Outlets via eBay offers the refurbished Black & Decker 18-volt 12" Cordless Electric Trimmer, model no. NST2118, for $59.99 with free shipping. That's $25 under the lowest total price we could find for a new unit, although we saw a refurb for $10 less in October. It features an 18-volt NiCad battery, telescoping shaft, automatic line advance, gear drive transmission, and more.

A 2-year warranty applies, although it's unclear who backs it.

JC Motorcycle Accessories via eBay offers a Set of Two 72" Ratcheting Tie-Down Straps in Black for $15.99 with free shipping. That's the lowest total price we could find for a set of comparable ratcheting tie down straps by $3. Each strap measures 1" x 72" .

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