Tool Recommendations
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From: Nowhere
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2017
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From: Nowhere
I go craftsman and stanley so far so good. Like both and are reasonably priced. I have no problem buying used tools if in good shape. Lately scored Craftsman ratcheting wrenches set for 25$ you cant go wrong with deal like that
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: May 2012
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From: Carlsbad, CA
Ha ha. Ive seen it a lot lately, and finally asked someone about it. Apparently 10mm is very common in metric hardware vehicles, and as such with frequent use its the most commonly lost.
The joke really seems to be gaining momentum.
The joke really seems to be gaining momentum.
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Joined: Oct 2010
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From: SW FL-Jersey Shore Emigre
Tekton tools have good warranty
Our Guarantee | TEKTONŽ Hand Tools
Were a family-owned company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Were dedicated to making the best hand tools youll ever own, and we start by designing the products that we personally believe in and want to own ourselves.
At this time, about 75% of our current product lineup is made in Taiwan, 20% in the United States, 3% in China, and about 2% across several other countries.
Our Guarantee | TEKTONŽ Hand Tools
Were a family-owned company in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Were dedicated to making the best hand tools youll ever own, and we start by designing the products that we personally believe in and want to own ourselves.
At this time, about 75% of our current product lineup is made in Taiwan, 20% in the United States, 3% in China, and about 2% across several other countries.
Too bad you don't live closer, I'm "consolidating" and I'd be happy to GIVE you some tools. "Some" is the operative word. And BTW, DON'T buy any Harbor Freight tools unless you'll be working on your kid's wagon or maybe your lawnmower.
Road Master
Joined: Feb 2012
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From: Middle Tennessee
My dad would give me a different set of hand tools each Christmas and birthdays starting when I was a teenager over 50 years ago, always Craftsman tools. He was a believer in Sears tools. I still have everyone he gave me and they have served me well over a lifetime. I have a ratchet and some screwdrivers that were his fathers.
Ive been doing the same for my nephew for the past several birthday and Christmass. Loews now carries Craftsman, I mix it up with other brands.
I have added to my collection over the years, mostly Craftsman but also other brands. I like Kobalt but dont have many of those, and several harbor freight tools in my boxes.
OP, as mentioned look for estate sales, Craigslist deals, etc for old quality tools. Fill in what you still need with tools that fit your purpose.
Ive been doing the same for my nephew for the past several birthday and Christmass. Loews now carries Craftsman, I mix it up with other brands.
I have added to my collection over the years, mostly Craftsman but also other brands. I like Kobalt but dont have many of those, and several harbor freight tools in my boxes.
OP, as mentioned look for estate sales, Craigslist deals, etc for old quality tools. Fill in what you still need with tools that fit your purpose.
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Joined: Oct 2016
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From: Syracuse NY
Not so for me. I just bought a Ural. All metric. I've been buying individual tools online every time I need something. Various outlets and some off brand. Some used.
Delivery has been pretty good this fall and holiday time on the small stuff.
I did have a pkg of new parts visit my missing odd socks in the Twilight Zone for 3-weeks.
It eventually showed up. Not so much my missing socks.
Last edited by Oko; Dec 27, 2020 at 10:12 PM.
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Road Master
Joined: Nov 2018
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From: CA
I don't wrench for a living, but I bought (and now moved into) a second home, and I equipped my garage with Tekton, including 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 torque wrenches, hex bits, etc. Nothing like have a COMPLETE set of bits and sockets, very difficult to do when you buy used on CL or flea markets. I know this because I've inherited multiple "sets" of SK, Craftsman, Snap-on, Proto, etc. over the years from my relatives who've passed on. You never seem to have the tool you need, when you need it, unless you buy a complete set and NEVER EVER LEND ANYTHING TO ANYBODY.
True that. I have Tekton, bits, but I bought a set of Klein T-handle hex and torx drivers. It's OK, I still have one kidney left.
True, but see my comment above, you'll end up like me, spending 20 minutes going through 7 drawers of tools looking for that 13/16" offset combination wrench which you're not really sure you actually have or not.
Too bad you don't live closer, I'm "consolidating" and I'd be happy to GIVE you some tools. "Some" is the operative word. And BTW, DON'T buy any Harbor Freight tools unless you'll be working on your kid's wagon or maybe your lawnmower.
True that. I have Tekton, bits, but I bought a set of Klein T-handle hex and torx drivers. It's OK, I still have one kidney left.
True, but see my comment above, you'll end up like me, spending 20 minutes going through 7 drawers of tools looking for that 13/16" offset combination wrench which you're not really sure you actually have or not.
Too bad you don't live closer, I'm "consolidating" and I'd be happy to GIVE you some tools. "Some" is the operative word. And BTW, DON'T buy any Harbor Freight tools unless you'll be working on your kid's wagon or maybe your lawnmower.
Road Warrior
Joined: Nov 2014
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From: Middle America
All of my sockets are Craftsman. I have a small set of them that Ive had since the early 90s when they were Made in the US.
I also have some Stanley and Kobalt pieces. I have a couple of sets of Torx and Hex bits that are Husky, and my torque wrenches are also Husky.
I have a couple of Blue Hawk box wrench sets that are ok.
I also have some Stanley and Kobalt pieces. I have a couple of sets of Torx and Hex bits that are Husky, and my torque wrenches are also Husky.
I have a couple of Blue Hawk box wrench sets that are ok.