Black and Decker is a publicly traded stock and the worlds largest tool company. Black and Decker makes much more than just tools, but since this site is dedicated to tools, I will only focus on the Black and Decker tools. When it comes to tools Black and Decker is an amazing company.

It all started in the early 1900's when Duncan Black and Alonzo Decker started a small machine shop in Baltimore Maryland. In 1917 the company received a patient for the pistol grip trigger and switch on its drill. Ever since that first patient the company has grown to the tremendous size it is today. Today Black and Decker markets their products in more than 100 different countries and has manufacturing operations in eleven countries.

A lot has happened over the year, but in 1992 Black and Decker bought the Dewalt line of tools. These tools were designed for professional use on the jobsites. Over the years they have build a great reputation with the Dewalt name and have made its place in the heavy duty tool market. In 2004 Black and Decker made another important purchase, which they have done over the years. Black and Decker bought the tool group from Pentair, which includes Porter Cable, Delta and a couple of other brand names.

Today Black and Decker is truly a power house with their tool inventions, tool division and purchases of other companies. As a company they have always tried to keep everything separate and not have the name commingle. This has helped Black and Decker stand out as you ask most people who owns Dewalt and they will tell you Dewalt. Black and Decker markets the Black and Decker name for occasional home users or DIY's. These tools can be found at home improvements stores, Wal-Mart and Online retailers such as Amazon. If you are an occasional home user who will not put to much strain on your tools, take a look at Black and Decker as you get a lot for your money.

Black & Decker Tools Categories: Bench Tools, Drills, Jig Saws, Lasers & Sensors, Routers, Sanders, Screwdrivers, Utility Vacs, Workmates, Blowers & Vacs, Chainsaws, Edgers, Hedge Trimmers, Mowers, Pressure Washers, String Trimmers & Accessories.

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