Screwfix Direct increases range of hand tools

(05/02/2007)

Screwfix Direct has strengthened its hand tools range with the addition of Builders Accessories, Axes, Vices, Trowels, Knives and Measures to its exclusive Forge Steel range. Built for comfort and practicality and combining high quality construction with exceptional value for money, each of these tools is available for next day delivery in mainland UK.

Manufactured to Screwfix Direct specifications and specifically designed to meet customer demand for mid and top-of-the-range products, each tool has been developed as the result of experience and knowledge gained by listening to customers. Ideal for professional trade users as well as serious DIY enthusiasts, they are suitable for use over prolonged periods of time and boast a host of features usually only found on more expensive hand tools.

Typical examples include the Forge Steel Claw Hammer which features a one-piece, solid forged construction with high quality fully polished head and impact absorbent handles from just £8.99 (all prices include VAT). In addition to the new items, the range also features Spreader Clamps, Screwdriver Sets, Handsaws, Multi-Function Tools and Laser Level Kits.

New products include a one-piece Hand Axe with a drop-forged, hardened head, soft grip and leather sheath for only £11.99, plus a 20oz Hand Axe and a 2.5lb Felling Axe, both with Hickory handles and high carbon steel heads, at just £8.99 and £16.99 respectively. An 8lb Maul with fibreglass handle, high carbon steel head and shock reduction grip is also making its debut at £16.99, together with a Utility Knife complete with stainless steel blade that folds away for easy storage at only £8.99. Other knives include a 10" Taping Knife with wide blue steel blade and soft grip handle and a 6" Jointing Knife in carbon steel, both priced at just £5.99.

A number of Trowels have also been added such as a 10.5" Pipe Trowel with carbon steel blade at £6.99, a three-piece Edging Trowel Set at £8.99 and professional Plastering Trowels from £6.99 for an 11"x 4¾" version. Gauging Trowels and Corner Trowels with spring-tempered blades start at £6.99, whilst Brick Trowels are keenly priced from £7.99 and Pointing Trowels are offered from only £5.69. Builders’ accessories also include a two-piece, heavy-duty Wire Brush Set for corroded or rusty metal and brass for just £5.99 and a 16oz Taper Plumb Bob at £8.99.

Other additions include Woodworking vices from £16.99, a 4" Flat Drill Press Vice at £12.99 and a 3" portable Bench Vice with swivel base for only £14.99. New measuring instruments include professional Tape Measures from £2.99, Measuring Rules from £2.49 and a stainless steel Vernier Calliper for just £14.99.

Each item in the catalogue can be ordered 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and all prices are supplied complete with a 30-day money back guarantee.

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