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Power ToolsCRAFTSMAN ownership, V20 system and retail-channel checks
First published August 1, 2026 · Last verified August 5, 2026
A source-backed profile of CRAFTSMAN's Stanley Black & Decker ownership, power-tool and outdoor portfolio, authorized-selling requirements and SKU-level buyer checks.
World Clean Biz is an independent industry publication and is not affiliated with CRAFTSMAN or Stanley Black & Decker. Brand ownership does not establish the manufacturer, seller, importer or warranty party for every CRAFTSMAN SKU.

| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Legal entity scope | CRAFTSMAN is a Stanley Black & Decker brand. Stanley Black & Decker is the parent company, not a universal legal manufacturer, importer, seller or warranty entity for every CRAFTSMAN product and country; those roles require product- and market-specific documents. |
| Ownership type | Part of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Towson, Maryland, United States (Stanley Black & Decker group headquarters) |
| Founded | 1927; owned at group level by Stanley Black & Decker |
| Official website | https://www.craftsman.com/ |
| Last verified | August 5, 2026 |
CRAFTSMAN is a Stanley Black & Decker brand. The group's and CRAFTSMAN's own materials position it alongside DEWALT and BLACK+DECKER rather than as a separate parent company.
Parent company: Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
| Person | Role | Evidence note |
|---|---|---|
| Not publicly identified | Not publicly identified | No named leader was identified in reviewed sources. |

| Category | Positioning | Buyer relevance |
|---|---|---|
| V20 cordless system | A 20V MAX consumer and prosumer platform spanning drilling, cutting, fastening and outdoor use. | Confirm the exact battery generation, charger, bare-tool or kit pack and local compatibility. |
| Hand tools, storage and workshop equipment | CRAFTSMAN combines power tools with hand tools, storage and worksite accessories. | Seller, warranty and replacement-part terms can differ by product family. |
| Outdoor power equipment | The brand includes homeowner outdoor equipment alongside core tool categories. | Verify safety documents, battery configuration and local service coverage for each outdoor model. |

| Evidence | Scope | Buyer check |
|---|---|---|
| CRAFTSMAN's reviewed material identifies a brand and platform offer, not a single factory map for all tools and outdoor products. | Brand-level product communication | Require an exact SKU label, declaration and factory/origin evidence before contracting. |
| Stanley Black & Decker is the group-level brand owner, while CRAFTSMAN warranty coverage is controlled by product and authorized-sales conditions. | Group ownership and U.S. warranty terms | Separate trademark ownership from the named seller, importer, manufacturer and guarantor. |
| CRAFTSMAN's support route separates product help, parts, service and warranty resources. | Official U.S. support information | Confirm the service route for the exact product family and country. |
| Evidence | Scope | Buyer check |
|---|---|---|
| CRAFTSMAN's 2026 battery release identifies participating Lowe's and Ace Hardware channels for the named launch. | Named U.S. launch channels | Confirm current authorized availability for the target retailer and model. |
| CRAFTSMAN warranty terms require purchase through CRAFTSMAN.com or an authorized retailer for the stated coverage. | U.S. warranty eligibility | Retain dated proof of purchase and verify seller authorization before ordering. |
| The official support page provides product, parts, warranty and service routes. | U.S. support structure | Use the appropriate local support route rather than relying on a reseller statement. |
World Clean Biz assessment: CRAFTSMAN offers a broad homeowner and workshop proposition built around V20, hand tools and storage. Its buyer-side challenge is not brand recognition but accountability: the exact product, retailer and warranty terms should be verified independently of Stanley Black & Decker group ownership.
Company Developments
CRAFTSMAN announced new V20 ADVANCED batteries and named participating Lowe's and Ace Hardware retail routes.
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CRAFTSMAN's reviewed warranty page sets out authorized-purchase and product-category coverage conditions.
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CRAFTSMAN traces the brand's heritage to 1927.
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First published: Aug 1, 2026
Last verified: Aug 5, 2026
Last material modification: Aug 5, 2026