The name Craftsman has long been synonymous with quality. Craftsman is one of the most respected names in hand tools, power tools and lawn and garden equipment. They also produce storage cabinets, home security items, shop vacuums and air tools. In fact, there are more than 5,000 Craftsman tools to choose from.

Craftsman tool sets can be practical and useful gifts. In some families, when a boy receives his first Craftsman tool box, that is sort of a rite of passage into manhood. Craftsman tool sets are broken down into three categories: mechanics' tools, homeowners' tools and specialty sets. Specialty sets include tools for marine applications, small engine repair and field technicians, among others.

For the beginner handyman who wants quality tools, there are Craftsman kits that include essentials such as hammers, drills and screwdrivers. Craftsman is widely known for the high quality and reasonable cost of their basic tools. And all Craftsman tools come with a complete satisfaction guarantee--if you aren't satisfied, you can return it for repair or replacement.

Craftsman is not just about basic tools, however. The company is also a leader in innovations. Among their newer products are a 3/8-inch drill that has dual built-in laser guides, so you can be sure the holes you're drilling are level. A Craftsman Convertible Four-Cycle Trimmer comes with interchangeable heads so that it can also be used as a pole pruner, edger, cultivator, brush cutter or blower.