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We took our DTPro Knee Pads and added a sueded leather cap that won't scratch or mar tiles or wood, and won't leave marks on newly installed floors. Then we gave them to floor tile business owner Mark W. in Nashville. His verdict? Complete satisfaction. "Soft and protective, yet with the durability you want. I was surprised how if you get them wet, they dry good as new!" Designed for all-day professional use, they provide knee-enveloping cushion, sure-holding grip, and they form to uneven surfaces as you "walk" on your knees. Right and left knee specific design puts a triangle of gel directly over the Patella for extra cushion. Supportive foam around the air gel takes extra weight off the patella. Tough molded synthetic cap covered with sueded leather. Available in Regular or Big: Measure the knee circumference at bend: 16" and under is Regular, over 16" is Big. Pair. Imported.

Great for work, weekends or travel, this tough Duffel is a heck-uva value. We've found similar duffels from $39 on up to $115! Ours is loaded with handy travel features for far less.

Rattle, rattle...whump! Either you just dropped the tranny in your fishing car, or it's the sound of a bunch of guys gathered for a relaxing game of dice. Our handsome cowhide Leather Dice Cup includes 5 dice and injects fun into any occasion. Also makes a classy container for pens, pencils, cell phone and more.

Some brands charge a fortune for bags like this. We're talking upwards of $100! But you'll get as much strength and reliability from ours - for a lot less moolah. The tough ripstop fabric, plus padding in the back and on the bottom, protect your laptop, gadgets and other gear. An outside zip pocket, inside mesh zip pocket, and colored key fob keep small items safe, easy to see and within reach. Plus, the bag has durable bungee zipper pulls with rubber tabs, tear-proof nylon web straps with buckle closures, and an adjustable nylon shoulder strap with shoulder pad. If we can offer all this at such a low price, how do those high-priced guys stay in business?

The second it happens, you know you've done it: locked the keys in the car. Doh! It usually happens the same day you forget your cell phone on the kitchen counter or leave your credit card at the supermarket. Stick a spare key in this unbreakable case and attach it to your wheel well (a super-strong magnet will keep it there), and you'll never need a locksmith. Good for hiding a spare key around the house, too. Attaches to almost any surface via magnet or the included adhesive.

We know what you do for a living, which is why we designed this durable, transitional work coat to stand up to cold temps and shake off dirt. Rugged cotton canvas is lined in warm, soft fleece, and we filled the sleeves with lightweight polyfill for extra insulation. The bi-swing back has stretchy, "power mesh" inserts for extra ease when you reach, bend or lift. Plus, our work coat has a whopping seven secure pockets - three inside, four outside - so you can leave that bulky old bag behind.

Laptop. PDA. Digital camera. Think of all the expensive gear you're carrying around these days. How do you keep it from getting dinged and damaged? Shake hands with The Fully Evolved Briefcase. So tough, so protective, it's like a 300-lb. bodyguard for high-tech gadgets. Rugged as all get out, ready to get banged, dropped, stomped. Stands up on a car or plane seat so you can get into it easier. Yet flexible and expandible for easy packing. Packed with pockets, including a hidden one for your 007 stuff.

In these days of synthetics, there's a reason good, old-fashioned horsehair brushes still rule. They're tough, durable and yet able to reach into every nook and cranny. This Schaefer Bench Duster is a must for every workbench. It's 14½" long for a clean sweep. Sometimes the old way is still the best way.

No one is better known or respected than the Japanese for their wood joinery and precision craftsmanship. A tool they rely on is worth a second look by anyone who works with wood. With its unique curved blade shaped like a Japanese sword, this Japanese Carpenter's Knife allows precise carving and cutting of wood, and is great for everything from cutting insulation to size, to woodworking, carpentry or camping. It has a high-strength, hardened steel blade and plated steel handle which will stand the test of time. Which explains why this knife has been the preferred pocketknife of Japanese craftsman for a century.

We get so many great comments on this tote, we just can't list them all here. (They aren't just from the Duluth staff, we promise! Read what customers are saying by clicking the Reviews tab.) Carry one and you'll see why. We've made space for everything inside, courtesy of a front organizer zip compartment with key fob, a mesh water bottle pocket, a side pocket for magazines, and a side flap pocket for anything else. A light-colored lining makes it easy to see and find what's inside - no more losing small items in the murky depths of a black bag. Plus, the Travel Tote is built to stand up to everyday use, from its strong, durable canvas to its reinforced web shoulder straps. What's not to love?

Know how a wetsuit snugs to your skin to keep you warm and dry in the water? Bogs Slickers do exactly the same for your feet. A neoprene sock inside the waterproof rubber boot forms a breathable seal around your foot, keeping water out and warmth in. Useful all year for wet conditions, they work especially well in winter (just ask Duluth buyer Angela, who prefers these to traditional snow boots!), because they're comfort-rated for warmth even to -20º Fahrenheit. Cushioned polyurethane sockliner removes for airing out; non-slip rubber outsole keeps its grip in slippery situations.

When our Test Panel was formed in 2005, the women on it asked us for work gloves that really, truly fit their hands. Face it, they said: men's gloves just don't cut it when you need a secure fit with real dexterity. So we developed these pro-grade Work Gloves, proportioned to fit women with a mix of flexibility, comfort and toughness. See for yourself why they get a big thumbs-up from owners!

Like us, you probably admired the artistry of Native American baskets you've seen in your travels out West. Now you can have that same handcrafted kind of look in a work belt. We use beefy top-grade cowhide for durable wear. The nickel-plated brass buckle gives it a casual, jeans or khakis look. And has a roller bar for easier cinching around your middle. For best fit, order one size larger than waist size. Imported.

No flimsy, crushable plastic bottle here - okay, maybe a bulldozer or steamroller could crush it. But daily use on the job site won't, even if this Stainless Steel Bottle gets knocked around pretty good. (Plus, it replaces all those throwaway plastic sport bottles that look a little wimpy on the job anyway.) Food-grade stainless steel - the same type used by breweries and dairies - so you don't have to worry about BPA, and water always tastes fresh and clean.

Originally developed for the military, this silicone-based repair tape is a tool box essential. It's self-fusing, and requires no adhesive because it only bonds to itself. X-Treme Tape® stretches to 3 times its length, conforms to irregular shapes easily and withstands UV rays, acids and fuels. Won't melt, even at 500° F (so it can be used for urgent muffler repairs) and remains flexible to -60°F. Insulates to 8000 volts - ideal for short term electrical repairs. Forms a permanent air and watertight seal - fix that leaky pipe, radiator hose or air duct. Once wrapped over itself, it forms a bond immediately, and is permanently fused in 24 hours. We've found the larger 1-1/2" width perfect for sealing off flexible pipe/duct joints on clothing dryers (no adhesive to break down in the heat like duct tape can), and the flex piping on woodworking exhaust tubing. This stuff is awesome!To view the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for this product, click here. The information is in Acrobat Reader format. If you do not have the Adobe Reader, you may obtain it free from Adobe.

Randy is a contractor and maybe the most outspoken member of our Trades Panel. When he likes something, we know we've gotten it right. Like with these new Men's Performance Briefs - the wicking underwear previously known as Better Briefs. In new 93% nylon/7% spandex "diamond" knit, they're ultra- lightweight, stretch in all directions and give you superior wicking, quicy-dry comfort, breathability and support on the job. Far more efficient than cotton at pulling perspiration away from your body, with an antibacterial treatment that resists odor and mildew like no cotton or blend can. Quick to dry too - just rinse this wicking underwear out at night when you travel, and they're ready to go a couple hours later.

Back in junior high, you took that pig-tailed girl you had a crush on to the state fair, and won her a big pink bunny at milk bottle bowling. What a thrill! Now you can do it again with your kids, with this heirloom-quality set that includes 10 wooden "milk bottle" pins, urethane ball (just like a real bowling ball) and waterproof canvas bag. Let the good times roll!

Canvas Coal Bag was originally designed to haul 50 lbs. of coal. In near-bulletproof 21-oz. #4 cotton canvas, you can use it to carry just about anything from job site or camp site. Web reinforced carrying handles circumvent the bag for extra strength, and bottom is riveted so it won't easily blow out. You just don't see tough Coal Bags like this much anymore, more's the pity.

All it takes is one dead battery (when your jumper cables are hanging in the garage) for you to appreciate the value of this bag. It happened to me once. I learned my lesson and now I keep my jumper cables in my Ultimate Trunk Bag. In addition to keeping those cables tidy and ready for action, the bag has 2 exterior pockets for ice scrapers and flares, maps. We added a double-sided interior pocket with a zipper mesh catch-all on one side (12¾" x 12¾"), and a curved pouch on the other to hold your emergency kit, cleanup gear and small parts. Plus, there are 6 inside tool pockets for a socket wrench, tire gauge and other hand tools. Made of super-tough polyester with a heavy-duty, two-way zipper that lets you open the bag flat. 14½"W x 1½"D x 14½"H. Imported.

An ideal gag gift, the "Crack Spackle" bucket contains our Long-sleeve Longtail T® which has gained worldwide attention as the cure for Plumber's Butt. The 6.8-oz. 100% cotton T-shirt is 3" longer than most, keeping everything completely covered, even when bending over. Complete instructions on how to use the Longtail T included. "Love the Crack Spackle. Funniest damn thing!" wrote one delighted Duluth customer. A sure hit for any holiday or birthday.

You like the year-round, indoors or out wearability of our Fire Hose Shorts. But wanted more pockets for your tools. Enter Fire Hose Cargo Shorts. They're equipped with deep front patch pockets, front cargo pockets, roomy bellowed back pockets. Cargo pocket snaps are "hidden" so they won't scratch woodwork or the finish on your beloved hog. The prewashed 100% cotton canvas is lighter than our regular Fire Hose Work Shorts, yet still tougher than most cargos.

Duluth buyer Julie was tired of looking at the "watch graveyard" in her jewelry box. You know, all the ones with dead batteries or busted bands that just didn't get fixed? So she picked up this one, with a Citizen Miyota movement, high-energy lithium battery guaranteed to last 10 years. Really! No replacing the battery every couple years when you realize the second hand hasn't moved in days. Includes two versatile interchangeable bands: a stitched leather one for work and evening, a rubber one for sport and weekend.

The Stronghold Adjustable Framer tool belt is made of tough Cordura® nylon and top-grain leather. No more worrying about what size to get with this tool belt, it adjusts to fit pant waist sizes 32" through 40". Not only is this tool belt comfortable, it offers the most pockets and tool holders of any Occidental tool belt system. The holders are placed based on which hand most often accesses a specific tool or fastener (designed for right-handed users). The tool bag is on the right side and has holders for a hammer, pencils, retractable knife, etc., while the left side fastener bag holds nail sets, driver bits, angle square and other tools generally used with the left hand. Occidental has also installed the clip, D-rings and leather straps so their suspenders (Item No. 95504) may be attached at any time. Made in the USA by Occidental.

What in the world has happened to men's flannel shirts? It's like a good classic flannel shirt is an endangered species! So we went to work. Our 100% cotton Flannel F.O.M. is a hearty 5.5 ounces per square yard for durable wear and extra warmth. We brush it twice for extra loft and softness, and give it a prewash, so it resists shrinkage. Best of all, it has our F.O.M. (Freedom of Movement) underarm gussets for unrivaled ability to reach and stretch.

Why settle for looking like every other house in the neighborhood when you can transform your home into holiday central with a little help from a real holiday hero? Author Brad Finkle has decorated homes and businesses for more than 20 years and his displays have won numerous awards from the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America. Now he's ready to put that skill to work for you inside the pages of "Holiday Hero". This book turns complex technical tasks into easy and affordable do-it-yourself projects. Includes 12 fully- illustrated, step-by-step lighting schemes and instructions on how to:

It's such a pain to heft a bag into one of those pitiful overhead airplane bins. Luggage - no matter how lightly you pack - was just not meant to be slung around over people's heads like that. It's downright dangerous! That's why our Carry-on fits under the seat in front of you with plenty of room to spare - no kicking, shoving or stuffing it in place. And despite it's small, manageable size, it holds and organizes a surprising amount of stuff. Rolls smoothly along by your side, with a telescoping handle long enough to hold comfortably without leaning or stooping. Check out all the details below!

You won't find an emergency room two days hike into the Boundary Waters. So be prepared with this Surgical Set with Sutures. You get 2 straight and 1 curved hemostats plus scissors, tweezers, needle probe, and a scalpel with 2 blades to take on any minor surgery. You also get 1 suture set with needle holder to patch yourself up after run-ins with sharp rocks and errant camp knives. Also includes 2 alcohol wipes, 2 benzine wipes plus a pen light. All the instruments are stainless steel, but they are not sterile. Durable 4"W x 7 3/4"L canvas case. Imported.

Precision engineered in Japan, this handy Level Tool gives you instant access to 6 of the most common angle measures you'll need on the job site. You get vertical and horizontal measurements plus 45 and 60º angles and 1/100 and 2/100 grades for running plumbing. There's even a 3" ruler on one edge. Credit card sized to slip into your pocket or tool pouch.

Crocodiles are fascinating creatures, and we like them as well as the next guy, so we breathed a sigh of relief when our merchant assured us that this fine-looking accessory is mock croc leather, not the real thing. Yet it has that distinctively wild-textured embossing that makes crocodile hide so sought after.

Life on the open range of the 1870s? Hard-bitten to say the least. The strong survived but the weather, work and saloon brawls left their mark. "Tough as barbed wire" was a distinction you earned. Just like this belt has. Two plies of rugged, aged leather plus a braid of leather barbs in the center. Antiqued brass buckle is removable if you'd care to add a prize buckle from your rodeo days. 1 1/2" wide. For best fit, order one size larger than your waist size. Imported.

Your kids will be screaming in delight when they play the Snap Trap board Game. Take turns removing pieces as the board continues to shrink, till the piece is picked (most likely by you) that creates too much tension and POP! Great fun for the whole family, and a refreshing alternative to noisy video games.

Tune in comfort, tune out external noise when you're mowing the grass or running your power tools. QuieTunes AM/FM Radio Earmuffs have wide, soft padded headband and plush, low-pressure cushions for superior all-day comfort. Tuning and volume controls are easily accessed and adjusted. Now comes with an input jack so you can plug your iPod®, CD player, scanner or com-radio into it. Operates up to 150 hours on 2 "AA" batteries (included). Four-hour shutoff feature protects batteries. NRR of 22 dB. Imported.

Once upon a time, there was a guy named Joe. He worked in the film industry, constantly putting up and taking down signs and set materials on location. He tried foam tape, blue tack, butyl automotive sealant. Nothing really worked. So he developed Joe's Sticky Stuff™ - an aggressive, pressure- sensitive adhesive tape like no other. Sticks like glue to almost any surface, without damaging it or leaving a mark. And won't come off in your hands. Keep a roll in your toolbox for all the uses at right and more, keep a roll at home to hang artwork or keep a rug or carpet in place. Even use it to put up nameplates at the office if your turnover is high! Easy to use: just tear off length desired, place firmly onto surface and peel off backing tape. Each roll is ½" wide, 20 ft. long. Made in England.

First Written in 1882 by Daniel Carter Beard, The American Boy's Handy Book, is a season by season survival guide for boys from ages 5 to 105. Learn how to camp outdoors without a tent or sail down a creek in a homemade boat. The winter section has detailed information on proven snowball war tactics and even instructions on how to draw like an artist for those "too cold to be outside days". This book is a well-written guide for children of all ages that teaches you how to make things with your hands and imagination. No computer or television required or allowed. Soft cover. 468 pages. 5 7/16"W x 7 1/2"H. Printed in USA.

Simple, beautiful, functional, this is a faithful reproduction of one of the most collectible Zippos in history. Like the original, it has three-barrel outside hinge, flat bottom case, slashes on the surface and bottom stamp. High-polish sterling silver, it measures 1 1/2"W x 1/2"D x 2 1/16"H. Try it out on the next windy day! Fluid not included. Made in USA.

Once upon a time, there was a guy named Joe. He worked in the film industry, constantly putting up and taking down signs and set materials on location. He tried foam tape, blue tack, butyl automotive sealant. Nothing really worked. So he developed Joe's Sticky Stuff™ - an aggressive, pressure- sensitive adhesive tape like no other. Sticks like glue to almost any surface, without damaging it or leaving a mark. And won't come off in your hands. Keep a roll in your toolbox for all the uses at right and more, keep a roll at home to hang artwork or keep a rug or carpet in place. Even use it to put up nameplates at the office if your turnover is high! Easy to use: just tear off length desired, place firmly onto surface and peel off backing tape. Each roll is ½" wide, 65 ft. long. Made in England.

You talk, we listen. You wanted a hood on our fleece-lined Fire Hose® work jacket, to flip up when it starts to sleet or you just need something to break that biting wind. Our hood snugs up with a drawcord, has a fleece lining for warmth. Outside, the Fire Hose; cotton canvas is rugged, stylish in a cast iron kind of way. It repels water, oil, grease and other stains, and feels soft, like you've already spent years breaking it in. Inside, there's a 100% polyester fleece lining in the body, 160-gram insulation in the nylon-lined sleeves. Bi-swing action back lets you bend and stretch without binding. Two-button cuffs adjust for comfort. Imported .

This Men's Work Vest now has the same weight fabric as our best-selling Fire Hose Work Pants. So you get tough 10-oz. cotton canvas compared to our previous 8-oz. fabric. It's also 2" shorter, for more ease working in your shop. And like before, it's water and stain resistant for dirty jobs. Packed with well-thought-out pockets too, so you have plenty of room to store all your man stuff.

The perfect gag gift, light reading or amusement or guys who think anything can be repaired with duct tape (you know who you are). Compiled from a lifetime's obsession with duct tape, this hip-pocket sized, tongue-in-cheek book is the magnum opus of outrageous uses for duct tape. Contains all sorts of nuttiness for all of us who have used duct tape (like spackle and caulk) for repairs and jury-rigging that it was never remotely designed for. Authors Jim and Tim, the Duct Tape Guys, call it a "gigantic, exhaustive, really thick, ultra informative, mother-of-em-all book." For instance, just check out these wacky uses for duct tape:

Eliminates "counter clutter" in your hotel bathroom. Hangs over a door handle or hook for incredibly spacious, well-organized and easy-access storage of toiletry items. Unique inner shelf system holds full-size shampoo bottles and cans upright - no need for dinky travel sizes. Five internal zip pockets; two exterior pockets. Zips closed to just 12"W x 5"D x 8"H, to stow away small in your bag. Long-lasting, water-resistant 600-denier polyester. Imported.