Craftsman Tools
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From: California
so with Snap on how does the civilian buy them? I thought you had to go through a mechanic or something. However, I do have a ton of snap on tools I bought a mechanics set off a dude many years ago that was a drunk and wanted cash for booze so we made a deal.
100 bucks
he got his booze I got a badass set of tools.
disregard found it on google. SWEET!
100 bucks
he got his booze I got a badass set of tools. disregard found it on google. SWEET!
Last edited by RoaringRigid; Mar 21, 2013 at 11:48 AM.
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From: Reston, Va
The overwhelming majority of my tools are Craftsman. I bought a starter set back in the early '80's. I've had to replace a few pieces, mostly because I lost them. I did try to get one screwdriver replaced and was told that they didn't have a replacement so "Tough Noogies".
The Craftsman warranty doesn't apply to their electric tools, like drills and saws. That blows.
All in all, I've been happy with my tools, but I don't use them the earn a living. Except for the problem with the one screwdriver and a flaky ratchet, my Craftsman's have held up.
The Craftsman warranty doesn't apply to their electric tools, like drills and saws. That blows.
All in all, I've been happy with my tools, but I don't use them the earn a living. Except for the problem with the one screwdriver and a flaky ratchet, my Craftsman's have held up.
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Joined: Feb 2013
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From: Niceville
I have many Craftsman tools I purchased in the 80's. I do go through ratchets about once every couple years. Last week I had to take back 2 3/8 drive, 1 1/2 drive and a 1/4 inch drive I had shoved in the corner of my tool box.
It used to be Sears would just take one off the shelf and replace it. Later they changed the policy to replacing it with refurbished units, but those were still in the store. Now, they try and replace the internals and have little kits. Given my ratchets were the USA made variety none of the kits would work in any of the ratchets even though the part numbers on the ratchets were the same. Just goes to show that there has been a change in the parts manufacturing. I don't know if the quality has declined, but with the made in china stamps I am sure they have. It's still a pretty good deal given I have new ratchets that I purchased 30 years ago.
It used to be Sears would just take one off the shelf and replace it. Later they changed the policy to replacing it with refurbished units, but those were still in the store. Now, they try and replace the internals and have little kits. Given my ratchets were the USA made variety none of the kits would work in any of the ratchets even though the part numbers on the ratchets were the same. Just goes to show that there has been a change in the parts manufacturing. I don't know if the quality has declined, but with the made in china stamps I am sure they have. It's still a pretty good deal given I have new ratchets that I purchased 30 years ago.
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I have many Craftsman tools I purchased in the 80's. I do go through ratchets about once every couple years. Last week I had to take back 2 3/8 drive, 1 1/2 drive and a 1/4 inch drive I had shoved in the corner of my tool box.
It used to be Sears would just take one off the shelf and replace it. Later they changed the policy to replacing it with refurbished units, but those were still in the store. Now, they try and replace the internals and have little kits. Given my ratchets were the USA made variety none of the kits would work in any of the ratchets even though the part numbers on the ratchets were the same. Just goes to show that there has been a change in the parts manufacturing. I don't know if the quality has declined, but with the made in china stamps I am sure they have. It's still a pretty good deal given I have new ratchets that I purchased 30 years ago.
It used to be Sears would just take one off the shelf and replace it. Later they changed the policy to replacing it with refurbished units, but those were still in the store. Now, they try and replace the internals and have little kits. Given my ratchets were the USA made variety none of the kits would work in any of the ratchets even though the part numbers on the ratchets were the same. Just goes to show that there has been a change in the parts manufacturing. I don't know if the quality has declined, but with the made in china stamps I am sure they have. It's still a pretty good deal given I have new ratchets that I purchased 30 years ago.
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2011
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From: North Carolina
I have kobalt stuff.
ive been happy for the value. im not a pro mechanic, so i can in no way feel good buying snapon, mac, etc.
ive been very happy with my kobalt stuff.
ive yet to screw up one of their ratchets, or any other issues.
for the money they hold up well.
craftsman isnt what it used to be, imo. and the guys at sears hardware were ********.
ive been happy for the value. im not a pro mechanic, so i can in no way feel good buying snapon, mac, etc.
ive been very happy with my kobalt stuff.
ive yet to screw up one of their ratchets, or any other issues.
for the money they hold up well.
craftsman isnt what it used to be, imo. and the guys at sears hardware were ********.
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2011
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From: North Carolina
so with Snap on how does the civilian buy them? I thought you had to go through a mechanic or something. However, I do have a ton of snap on tools I bought a mechanics set off a dude many years ago that was a drunk and wanted cash for booze so we made a deal.
100 bucks he got his booze I got a badass set of tools.
disregard found it on google. SWEET!
100 bucks
he got his booze I got a badass set of tools. disregard found it on google. SWEET!
2nd Gear
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 6
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From: Baldwin City, KS
Some of Craftsman's line is still Western Forge made, but that is limited to the. Clear, stinky screwdrivers. The red, hard handle pry bars are made in Kansas by Wilde. Snap-On has a great model going on. Their drivers can make deals, work with you on pricing and many offer truck accounts without interest and can be very flexible with payments. My local Snap-On driver is a good dude. All I haven to do is call him and find out where he is at and go meet him. Two weeks ago I warrantied a flathead screwdriver blade and had no issues. You can still buy affordable tools that are made in the USA, but it will be brands you haven't heard off. Check out Harry J Epstein, a store in Kansas City. http://store.harryepstein.com/
Also, check out Wilde tools, http://wildetool.com/
Epstein carries Wright tools, Armstrong and some other Made in the USA tools.
Also, check out Wilde tools, http://wildetool.com/
Epstein carries Wright tools, Armstrong and some other Made in the USA tools.
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