Raymond DeWalt, then superintendent of Seabrook Farms, perfects the first woodworking machine for the purpose of increasing productivity and versatility. DeWalt Products Company is formed with plant and offices located in Leola, Pennsylvania. Their product is an electric universal woodworking machine known as the DeWalt "Wonder-Worker," which could be configured in 9 different ways. DeWalt also offered a dedicated mortiser and jointer. DeWalt Products Co. moves to a new, and for those days, outstandingly modern plant and office building in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Introduction of DeWalt breakaway Reciprocating Saw Blades. Innovative design allows users to break away from the used section and reinsert the unused blade section into the saw. The blades win the prestigious Power Tool Innovation Award. April 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the Product Service Division of Stanley Black and Decker. Repair, parts, and accessories are available at 64 centers across the United States and 830 authorized service centers.
- Precision of 135 point angle enables self centering
- Longer life and rapid drilling precision; ground twist and better debris
- Diameter tolerance to h8 grade leading to accurate hole diameter
- Bit tip can be re-sharpened to restore profile and sharpness