M&A Deal Summary

Klein Tools Acquires Klein Cutlery

On August 31, 2007, Klein Tools acquired metals/mining company Klein Cutlery

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Klein Tools’ 1st transaction in the Metals/Mining sector.
  • This is Klein Tools’ 1st transaction in the United States.
  • This is Klein Tools’ 1st transaction in New York.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2007-08-31
Target Klein Cutlery
Sector Metals/Mining
Buyer(s) Klein Tools
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

Klein Cutlery

Bolivar, New York, United States
Klein Cutlery LLC is a manufacturer of hot-forged scissors and shears for textiles, sewing, poultry, electronics, fiber optics, and pet grooming applications.

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Buyer(S) 1

Buyer

Klein Tools

Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States
Category Company
Founded 1857
Sector Building Materials
DESCRIPTION

Since 1857, Klein Tools has been manufacturing tools in America. It offers pliers, screwdrivers and nut drivers, tool bags, cable and bolt cutters, and power tool accessories, as well as hammers, chisels, and punches.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 5
Sector (Metals/Mining) 1 of 1
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 1 of 5
State (New York) 1 of 1
Country (United States) 1 of 2
Year (2007) 1 of 1
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