Renee Loeckler

Tools for Everyday Living, Made in the USA

At Boston General Store, we believe in tools that last, and these American-made gadgets deliver. From kitchen helpers to everyday carry essentials, they combine smart design, durability, and timeless craftsmanship.

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Key-Bak Original Retractable Key Chain

  • Invented in 1948 for railroad workers.

  • All-metal; retractable 24" chain; sturdy belt clip.

  • Holds keys, badges, or tools securely.

  • Made in the USA for over 75 years.

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Person using a vintage-style Handyaid to open a stubborn jar lid.

 

Handyaid Jar Opener

  • A kitchen staple since 1941.

  • Opens jars, bottles, caps, and more.

  • Family-run company in Plymouth, MA.

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Animated gif of a person turning the handles of a steel Tube-Wringer to squeeze toothpaste from a metal tube

 

Steel Tube-Wringer

  • Squeeze every drop from plastic or metal tubes.

  • Great for home, shop, or studio.

  • Zinc-plated steel.

  • Family-owned company in Eugene, OR.

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Person using the Ti-Tape Vintage Edition brass tape measure to measure the edge of a box.

 

Ti-Tape Vintage Edition

  • Tiny tape measure in copper or brass.

  • 3' self-retracting steel tape, imperial/metric.

  • Stainless steel keychain for EDC.

  • Made in the USA.

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Animated gif of a person using the Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl to hand-stitch through a thick leather strap.

 

Speedy Stitcher Sewing Awl

  • Patented in 1909.

  • Made in the USA with US-sourced parts.

  • Stitches leather, canvas, vinyl.

  • Lock-stitch like a sewing machine.

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Person using the Excel K1 Light Duty Knife alongside a ruler to make a precise cut through paper on a work surface.

 

Excel K1 Light Duty Knife 

  • Designed for precision cutting.

  • Compatible with a variety of Excel blades, plus competitor blades.

  • Lightweight aluminum and stainless steel construction.

  • Family business based in Paterson, NJ.

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Where Craftsmanship Meets Everyday Life

These aren’t just gadgets — they’re dependable tools made to handle everyday tasks with ease. Crafted by American makers who value quality and durability, they prove that simple, well-made tools still belong in our lives. We hope you’ll discover a new favorite that brings lasting satisfaction to your daily routine.

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