Be good to your wooden and other water-averse surfaces by keeping these slate coasters always at the ready. They’ll stop condensation from dripping down the sides of your rocks glasses, or cans, or bottles or any other kinds of potentially dripping vessels. Each coaster measures approx 4"x 4" in a tasteful slate gray (duh) rough-hewn along the edges with a cushy bumper under each corner. Use chalk to write on them. Yeah, custom coasters—just your style.

You've probably got a long drain snake to root out huge plumbing clogs, or at least your dad does, but this little beauty is made for snaking out those hair balls in your bathroom sink or tub. Only 1/8” dia in rubber-covered flexible wire with a 3/8” brush head, it's a whole 27 inches long, or long enough to reach to the P-trap, where all the yuckiness ends up. Make your dad proud and don't call him.

From Morris Products, this heavy-duty plastic resin toolbox is lightweight and both weather- and impact-resistant. In gray and yellow, it has lid snap locks, a hasp for a small padlock, and an interior removable tray with a handle. The top has a fold-down handle, (2) slide-out lidded storage containers, plus a 20-slot driver-bit keeper. Measures approx. 16" x 10” x 7” deep.

Nifty little lunchbox measures 9-1/2” x 6-1/4” x 2-1/2” in translucent plastic with a red lid. Inside are (2) compartments: (1) 5-1/4” x 3” and (1) 6” x 5-1/2” to tote your leftovers in style if you choose. A knife and fork are cleverly packed inside the pop-off cover. Microwave-safe, because cold leftovers are lame, but it would like to be hand-washed.

This USB3.0 TO SATA aluminum dual-bay docking station features superspeed data transfer up to 5Gbps. It also has an offline clone function with the push of a button so you can copy one drive to another. Supports SATA III, SATA II and SATA I up to 10 TB and is backward compatible with USB2.0/1.1. Plug and play with Windows, Mac OS 10.10 and Linux —no driver required.

Please Note: Web only item. Not available in our stores.

Working with curves? Of course you are. Or you will be someday. You need a gauge contour, and luckily for you, we just got a bunch of them. We’ll send you a pair of durable plastic JSK contour gauges, each with inch and centimeter measurements, and you’ll never again have to eye it or wing it by transferring a profile to a hunk of cardboard or piece of paper. In just under 10-inch and 5-inch sizes, these gauges are perfect for measuring pipes, circular frames, ducts and other curved objects when you’re fitting tile, carpet, molding or whatever. Also great for car body work, design and model-making of all kinds. This is the tool you didn’t know you needed until you had one. And we’ll send you (2) of them. Probably in the color of orange but don't hate us if it is another color. 

Beyond Rubik's cube, this complex wooden puzzle is inspired by the Antikythera Mechanism, a mysterious astronomical device discovered off the coast of the eponymous Greek island in 1901 and sometimes called the first analog computer. The puzzle has (5) concentric rings with an increasing number of tabs with numbers printed them. The object is to have the resulting (12) columns all add up to 42. Difficulty level is five stars, unless you don't care what the columns of numbers add up to, in which case it's quite easy. Also, really pretty. Ages 14+. ! WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD–Small Parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Or bag something else in this olive drab unwashed 100% cotton canvas mechanics tool bag with webbing carry handles. Bag measures 11" x 7" x 6" with a zippered middle compartment, which is wide open with (8) interior side sleeves to hold pencils, tire gauges and items like that. Also has (2) double-zippered side compartments, (1) adorned with cool-looking orange printed tech info about the bag. Firm bottom permanently sewn in. It’s a sturdy, handsome little bag, no two ways about it.

We can think of things that are cuter than miniature decorative clothespins, but not many. Our mini clothespins are from Cakewalk™ and you’ll get a package of (20), each approx 2” tall x 1/4” wide, in (4) colors: light blue, peach, purple and dark blue. Little details like this can make your party—just sayin’.

We guess this could apply to the mother or father of octuplets, but in this case the “8” refers to devices and the “1” refers to our Magnavox (8)-device universal remote control. Use it for TVs, HDTVs, DVD and Blue-ray players, satellite receivers and auxiliary components. Has a comprehensive code library, and works with all kinds of major brands. Simple set up, and requires (2) “AA” batteries, which you provide because we can’t give you everything.

This multi-functional universal docking station from Unitek turns your PC or phone with a type-C jack into a power house! It has an HDMI interface that supports up to 1080p resolution. (6) USB 3.0 jacks provide high-speed data transfers up to 5 GBPS, and the Gigabit Ethernet provides a speedy and stable internet connection. The unit is suitable for new Macbooks and any other computer or laptop that connects with a USB Type-C cable. Fulfill your expansion needs with this stylish and compact (approx 8-1/2” x 4-1/2” x 1-1/2”) unit. Comes USB-B male to USB-C male cable, power adapter, support base, (2) rubber bands, a CD driver and a user manual.

This nice mini-brick maritime building kit comes in a giant egg and no, we don't know why. (Maybe a roe joke?) Inside the 8-1/2” tall golden egg you'll find (237) pieces to build a hammerhead shark, hippocampus (sea horse), sea lion, dolphin, lobster and crab—or put all the pieces together and make a giant shark. Cheaper than a can of crab meat, and lasts longer, too. ! WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD–Small Parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Our 3D Pixel Puzzles may be light and breezy in subject matter, but that doesn’t mean they lack depth. They’ve got depth, and also width and height, and when they’re done, they’re perfect for displaying. That is, if you’re into whimsy and vibrant pixel pieces. These are for accomplished puzzlers, level 2 or above. You pick: The Unicorn, with more than (270) pieces; or the Flamingo, with more than (210) pieces. Illustrated instructions included. Ages 12+.

Brand new aluminum quad cane with adjustable handle height, foam grip orthopedic handle and rubber feet. Foot is 7" x 11" Wide, has a low center of gravity for balance and a 10 position, push button height adjustment to create the perfect cane for anybody. Adjustable from 31-37" tall and max weight of 250lbs.

This interactive Understanding Coronavirus STEM kit teaches kids how germs spread, and how to prevent them. Includes a lung breathing model, stethoscope, glow-germ lotion, lung volume bag set, stopwatch and more, plus a teacher's guide. Kids will learn about the strengths and weaknesses of our lungs, and how they function. Plus, the glow-germ lotion and included UV light, aka blacklight, will help them understand how pathogens spread. We first offered this kit to help students explore the novel coronavirus as scientists were studying it. But it’s a great kit, period, so we’ve extended its availability. Requires (4) “AA” batteries, which you provide.

They call this a Mini Zipper Light because you can attach it to the zipper pull on your jacket, purse or backpack, but those aren’t the only things that have zippers and frankly you can hang it from anywhere. Like your keychain. Shines a bright 50 lumens, and is rechargeable, with a 90-minute run time and a 30-minute charge time. USB charger cord included. Super easy to attach and un-attach.

Recharge it! Dual 10,000mAH Atomi USB recharging battery packs. Upto 4 full charges on phones and is compatible with USB devices. Includes (2) 10,000mAH packs each with 2 USB charging ports and a charging cable to recharge the battery packs. Each has a soft rubber outer shell and measure only 3" x 6". Now go get charged. 

Muffin fans, pay attention. You pick the "nice" 110 VAC 21W fan from Thermocool, measuring 4-3/4" square x 1-1/2" thick with an offset two-pin power connector, rated for 82-95 cfm and spinning at approx 2600 rpm, with five blades and 3/16" mounting holes at the corners (Mfr part # G12038HA1ST); or the "beastly" 110VAC 36W muffin fan from the same mfr, which blows up to 198 cfm at 2900 rpm and measures 6-3/4" x 6" tall x 2" thick with (2) power terminals on a removable shroud, 5 blades, 5/32" mounting holes on the corners plus a ground lug. Both UL.

Another item from JUVO® , specialists in products for people with restricted range of motion or small motor skills. This adjustable white plastic rim helps a person fill a spoon by pushing against it. The rim also keeps the food on the plate. Snaps onto plates from 8” to 10-1/2”.

You know that song about the red cup and the party and all that? Well, so does this 12” tall brown plush bear, who’s as soft as any Teddy bear. This one wears a flannel shirt and holds a red plastic cup that says “Let’s Have a Party.” Press his paw and he’ll sing the Red Solo Cup song, moving his lips to the lyrics and his seated bear body to the music. Never gets old, and (3) “AAA” batteries are included. Sure, your batteries could be dead, but ours weren’t, and even if they were, they’d have been easy to replace. We wouldn’t let that get in the way of our partying.

His name is Tobbie II, and although he stands only about 6-7/8” tall, he does sport (6) actual feet, which is why he has such an agile, 360-degree, free-rotation body. You build him yourself (easy-peasy if you’re over 10) and program him on your computer, tablet or smartphone. Comes out of the box pre-programmed with Assembly Checker and Program #1, so the fun starts right away. Use him as a light tracker or thermometer, or to play rock-paper-scissors or bowling, or as a notice board, calculator or compass, or as a pet who will follow you. He’ll do other things, too. Includes a 36-page manual, and all you add is a quartet of “AAA” batteries and some common hand tools.

This all-purpose scissors is the favorite of everyone at A.S.&S.: Pat uses his to cut and strip wire. C.J. uses his to slit the tape on packages. Mary Ann uses hers to open bags of pretzels. It's 6-1/4" long overall, with a very sharp 2" stainless steel blade and large, comfortable handles. It would sell for $9.95 retail if it was new, but it was used for one day to cut cloth in the assembly plant of a major car company, then discarded. Quality control is a wonderful thing.

In another life this would have kept the Cisco Kid dry and made riding on Diablo a lot comfier. For you, it's a hooded rain poncho with a built-in stadium seat cushion for when you can go to stadiums again. Our VP for measuring maximal glutei says fits best for folks 6-foot and under, but don't take personally, high-pockets. In black, which is always elegant and slimming in the rain.

The pentapack: You pick a pack of (5) 3V lithium coin cell batteries, CR2025 OR CR2032, still in their packaging, for a price that looks like a single battery, because you're smart enough to shop here. Looking for a large quantity? Try our bulk pack of (20) batteries for huge savings!

It’s an educational air and water show! The Blow & Blast Bonanza™ from Scientific Explorer® teaches kids ages 12+ about air pressure, air density and buoyancy. They can mix chemicals that will inflate a balloon, make a lung-powered marshmallow shooter and a hover train, and test Archimedes’ principle of buoyancy. Kit includes baking soda, citric acid, (12) PVC pipes, (6) pom poms, (4) paper clips, (3) brass nuts, (2) balloons, (2) pipettes, (2) soda bottles & caps, a clear canister, a measuring spoon and an instruction booklet with (5) activities. Adult supervision is required but come on, you know it’s going to be fun for you, too.

Make your own fridge magnets. Everybody's doing it. You get a brown vinyl sheet magnet that is self-adhesive on one side so you can stick pics, or whatever, to it. Or cut it into whichever shapes and sizes you like. No special scissors needed. Measures 12" x 10" x .019" thick.

Yes, we have The Amazing Live Sea Monkey® aquarium kit, just like the ones from the comic books. The (9) piece ocean zoo includes brine shrimp eggs, growth food, water purifier, plus an official plastic feeding spoon, 32-page handbook, life insurance policy, growth guarantee, and the plastic aquarium with built-in magnifiers for viewing your little friends, and a vented cover. We'll pick the aquarium color that best matches your decor. Great gift for those budding young marine biologists. Ages 6+.

Don't toss it and buy a universal remote. (How many things are really universal, after all?) Try this jar of Keypad Fix, designed to clean and restore conductivity to the carbon on the keys and the copper PC board pads that make up the rubber-coated switches on remotes, game controllers, and security keypads. Contains enough to coat over 200 button contacts.

That's what you get with this tesla coil!! Brand new, commercial item, great for classroom demonstrations and experiments. The 50,000 volt capacity generator radiates high frequency energy through space... enough to light fluorescent tubes two feet away. It uses 115 VAC (60 Hz) with an electro-magnetically operated interrupter buzzer, high voltage capacitors, inductive coil transformer, and a monopolar high frequency transformer generator to do the trick. 11" high, with a 6" sq. x 2" high protective housing for the generator. Includes accessories and instruction booklet with 19 experiments. Pretty amazing. But please, this is not a toy and should be used only under adult supervision.

…is a very, very, very fine house. But it’s also complicated. Best get MyHome, a Snap Circuits® educational kit from Elenco®. Construct a house or tower with working 3D circuits to demonstrate how electricity travels and powers your home. Includes (7) colored base grids. Also features circuits, security systems, dimmer switches, automatic lights, alarms, motion sensors, fan speeds, appliance motors, generators and more. Includes an illustrated color manual with more than (30) projects and (60) parts. Ages 8 up to whatever.

We like our pouches festooned here at the home office. These are heavy-duty, 100% cotton, 9” x 5” x 2”, and zippered with a little 3” x 2-1/4” pocket inside. Also have a 1-1/2” hang-tab on one side. You pick: the off-white one, festooned with dozens of mystical alchemical symbols, perfect for those trying to change lead into gold or Bitcoins; or the garden-weed special with illustrations of poison sumac and ivy, clover, creeping Charlie, crabgrass and other beautiful nasties.

You should, because you can't have too much wire. Half the world is held together with the stuff. This is a bundle of galvanized steel wire: (50) feet of 18-gauge; and (100) feet of 20-gauge. Keep it in your car for when something falls off.

Let's cut to the chase here -- buy these the first time you read this, or they're going to be gone! There aren't that many of these flexible chopping mats, and the versatile 15" x 12" x 0.024" thick mats are not only ideal for small kitchens where every inch counts, they're great for any kitchen, and for cookouts, camping and picnics. Our each is a set of (2) of the translucent Euro-look mats that protect countertops from sharp knives and fresh-from-the-oven cookies, and protect food from outdoor surfaces. They can be lifted and slightly folded to funnel chopped food neatly into a pot. They're dishwasher safe, and roll up for portage or storage.

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From X-Acto®, the folks who make the precision arts & craft knives, the "Bulldog" is an old-school crank pencil sharpener with a translucent blue, bright magenta, green or red case so you can keep tabs on your shavings and watch the menacing teeth grind away. Unit is roughly 5" tall x 4" wide (including crank handle) x 3” deep. The square rubber pad on the bottom provides suction when the side lever is pulled. Works best on a flat surface, but you knew that.

Sextants came along after astrolabes but before GPS. (Just like you.) They're used for finding latitude and the distance between objects, and are still the non-electric, non-satellite-dependent backup for navigators. Ours is a beauty in solid brass with glass optical components, at a tiny price. Measures approx 4-5/8" x 4-1/4" x 3-1/4" overall and comes in a very nice wooden case. Includes instructions, which you're going to need unless you went to Annapolis where they still teach it. Handy for learning the principles of how a sextant works, but please don't try to find your way to Bora Bora with it, this one is more decorative than accurate.  

More likely cowskin, but who ever says that? Leather, anyway. Our each is a package of (10) leather cords, 3/16” x 1/16” x approx 42” long, in assorted colors and ready for your frontier craft needs, or for lacing up your boots. Also dandy for cowboy key chains. Our samples were brown, dark brown and black. What will yours be?

Our each is a set of (4) removable sink strainers with stainless steel mesh wells and flat rims. The set includes (1) 4-1/2" dia for 2-1/4" drains, (1) 2-3/4" dia for 1-1/8" drains, and (2) 2" dia for 3/4" drains.

The secret is ceramics. This newly redesigned 5-1/2" long precision cutter has a ceramic point that's as sharp as an X-actly knife, stays sharp 11x longer than steel, never rusts, is non-conductive, non-magnetic, non-sparking, chemically inert and is easier to maneuver in intricate cutting patterns. Cuts paper, card stock and more easily while being finger-friendly. Pencil-style ambidextrous durable nylon handle with a textured anti-slip grip and no-roll oval design has a cap and now features a replaceable blade. A boon for crafters, and a blessing for junior crafters.

These assorted colored balloons come in packs of (25), and they should inflate to approx 9", which in our eyes is the perfect size for a balloon. You’ll get (3) packs for a total of (75) balloons. In case you forgot, balloons don’t go bad, so it’s always a good idea to have a supply on hand.

Teensy tiny brushes for cleaning teensy tiny tubes, airbrushes, spray guns, tattoo equipment, nozzles, etc. Think miniature bottle brushes. You get a set of (5) brushes: 1/32", 1/16", 3/32", 1/8" and 3/16" dia. All have nylon bristles, are 4" long, and are on a slip ring so you won't lose them.