The Valentine's Day 'Forever' Gifts for Guys

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Feb 11, 2011, 03:08 ET

PASADENA, Calif., Feb. 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Every man knows that diamonds are forever, that red roses signify love, and that a basket of bath products is a safe fallback option for the last minute shopper. But for women, finding that "perfect" gift presents more of a challenge. What can she give him that will melt his heart? Power tools. Good ones.

Based on an analysis of its best-selling products in the weeks leading up to Valentine's Day, CPO Outlets, a leading online retailer of power tools and equipment, has released its list of the top tools that say "forever" in man language. Trust us, ladies, there's something here for every guy. (Bonus points if it helps cross a few items off your honey-do list in the process!)

1. For The Power Tool Newbie: Skil Cordless Screwdriver

This tiny screwdriver is a great tool to keep in the junk drawer since you will use it all the time.

($39.99)

2. For The Gardener: Black and Decker Alligator Lopper

It's a lightweight chainsaw that'll cut up anything in the yard. And, you know he'll love the name!

($89.99)

3. For The Gadget Geek: Bosch Laser Digital Distance Measurer Kit

This handheld tool can measure length, area or volume with just the push of a button from up to 130 feet away. It's a guy thing...

($99)

4. For The Man Cave: Milwaukee Job Site Radio

A radio tough enough to survive whatever goes on in that Man Cave.

($109)

5. For The Happy New Homeowner: Milwaukee 12V Cordless M12 2-Piece Combo Kit with Free M12 Drill - That's 3 tools + a bag!

His heart will beat faster and he'll be able to do ANY project around the house with these 3 tools. And the lithium battery will work with nearly 40 other tools in the Milwaukee line (a great excuse for him to buy another tool later!).

($199)

6. For Mr. Make-It-Happen: Skil Power-Cutter

No more using your kitchen scissors to cut old, dirty cardboard, tough plastic packaging or chicken wire. This tool cuts through materials up to 1/4in. thick with ease.

(SKLN2352-01 $39.99)

7. For The Camper: Generac Portable Generator

A great tailgating/camping generator that will allow for making margaritas in tents!

(grcn5792 $449.99)

All of these tools will pass the test of time. Just pick one, wrap it with a big red bow and watch him melt. You can find all the tools mentioned above (and thousands of others) at CPOoutlets.com.

About CPO Outlets

CPO Outlets is one of over 35 online sites operated by CPO Commerce. CPO partners with manufacturers of leading brands in the home improvement industry to establish, develop, and operate online outlet stores for new, closeout, excess and refurbished products. CPO's recently launched store "CPO Reconditioned Tools & More" (reconditionedtools.com) offers the largest selection of factory reconditioned tools anywhere, all with manufacturer's warranties.