Draper Marks 107-Year Heritage with 33rd Edition Catalogue
2nd Sep 2026
Today Draper Tools has officially unveiled its brand-new product catalogue, marking a key milestone for the 107-year-old family-owned business with the release of its 33rd edition publication.
Historic moment
The origin of the Draper catalogue dates back to 1961, when the company’s first ever edition was typed up on a typewriter by Joan Draper, grandmother to current company co-chairmen Tom and Joe Draper. Sixty-five years on, the 33rd edition reflects the scale of the business today, while retaining the core family values, independence and trade partnerships that have defined the company since 1919.
Essentials for Every Sector
Spanning more than 1,000 pages, the new catalogue organises over 9,000 lines across 28 distinct product categories, making cross-category sourcing simple and efficient.
Alongside Draper’s core ranges, the 33rd edition brings together an extensive multi-brand tool portfolio, with bold colourways on the front cover signifying the different Draper-owned brands. Notable highlights include:
- NEW: DXPULSE Power Tools: Draper’s newest interchangeable battery cordless power tool platform.
- Storage & Workshop Solutions: Featuring the flagship BUNKER modular storage brand alongside van storage, portable toolboxes and workshop equipment.
- Specialist Trade Brands: Leading global including partner brands Laserliner, Schumacher, Knipex, Elora and Estwing.
An Exclusive First Look
The new catalogue also contains a first look at brand-new ranges yet to be launched. These include an 18V DXPulse cordless power collection, set to launch later in the year, following on from the success of DXPulse 12V. The catalogue also includes a preview of European-brand Steiner, launching an air tools range with Draper in early 2027. Plus, the recently acquired trade brands Van Vault and Defender also make their Draper catalogue debut.
Quality Assurance & Trust
Built on over a century of experience, Draper Tools underpins its entire product range with rigorous internal quality control. Operating comprehensive state-of-the-art QA testing facilities, every range undergoes strict safety, durability and performance testing prior to launching.
This commitment to product reliability is reflected in Draper’s Lifetime Warranty across all hand tools. The company also holds an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot, with more than a thousand 5-star reviews, reinforcing its reputation as one of the UK’s most trusted tool suppliers.
Speaking about the launch, Co-Chairman Joe Draper commented “When our grandmother Joan typed up Draper’s very first catalogue in 1961, she could hardly have imagined that one day we’d be publishing a 1,000-page, 33rd edition featuring over 9,000 products. Yet as a 107-year-old British business, we are immensely proud to still be independent and family-owned. Our longevity comes down to one thing: listening to our customers, constantly evolving and making sure we deliver the very best portfolio of trusted brands to meet growing market demand. A publication of this scale is a massive effort, so I want to extend a huge thank you to the Draper team for their hard work bringing this milestone catalogue to life. It's a true celebration of how far we’ve come and our commitment to helping the nation get the job done."
Sustainably Produced
Draper was recently recognised for its sustainability credentials by the DIY Week Awards, and this ethos runs through all of its business processes including the creation of the 33rd edition catalogue, which has been produced with environmental considerations in mind. To create the catalogue, Draper partnered with European printing partner Roularta Printing, an ISO 50001 certified printing firm operating green energy-powered production facilities. Printed entirely on PEFC-certified paper (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification), all stock is sourced exclusively from sustainably managed forests and controlled sources.
Free to View
The catalogue is free. It’s available online on the Draper website and printed copies can be ordered via the website here.
