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Jun 6, 2004 | 02:05 AM

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kidatari

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I'm in the process of moving up from Craftsman to Snap-On. It's so expensive, but you can't beat Snap-On for quality.

Jun 6, 2004 | 02:44 AM

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A lot of the stuff is good. Craftsman is usually pretty good. I myself need a new set of ratchets, a torque wrench, and a few flex heads for the ratchet set... and a jackstand with new floor jack. Hehe.

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Jun 6, 2004 | 08:17 AM

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If you're on a budget,Craftsman.I love my Crftsman tools. Plus with the warranty,you can't beat that !
If you have $$ to spend,Snap-On,Matco,Mac Tools...

Jun 6, 2004 | 08:31 AM

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Alot of people have recommended Craftsman. I'm in the market too, but have noticed that there many different Craftsman "labels".

They are all Craftsman but price varies, especially screwdrivers. Are they all the same? if not why, quality etc.

Jun 6, 2004 | 09:27 AM

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Originally Posted by mexicanpizza

Craftsman, no question.

Werd... you said you live by a sears too. **** that generic autozone BS.

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Originally Posted by mexicanpizza

Break something, walk into any Sears and walk out with a brand new tool...FOR LIFE. Stanley is crap they sell at Costco.

My father's been using craftsman for 35+ years as a foreman and mason... he's broken tools they haven't had in production for 10years. Stopped by the Sears here at arden, throw the old busted in the bucket behind the register and pick out your new hotness. It's that simple.

Great quality tools by the way. The tools he broke technically wore out.

Jun 6, 2004 | 11:03 AM

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I'll second Craftsman. If you're not using the tools in your trade, then there's really no need for the Snap-On stuff (unless you've got money pouring out your ears

) As far as wrenches go, get the Craftsman Professional series. They're much nicer ergonomically, and they're shiny

If you're not a Craftsman club member already, stop by your local Sears and fill out the application. They then send you a little catalog in the mail with special deals and what not. Also, keep your eye on the Sunday ads for other Sears/Craftsman deals. That's how I picked up most of my tools.

-Brian

Jun 6, 2004 | 11:30 AM

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FiDRcr

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Snap-On....without a doubt

Jun 6, 2004 | 11:57 AM

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RupeDawgPSU

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Sears.
I agree - unless you are gonna be wrenchin' for a living - there is no need to shell out the loot for the Snap-on stuff. Warranty is unbeatable.

Jun 6, 2004 | 01:02 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mexicanpizza

Craftsman, no question.

Break something, walk into any Sears and walk out with a brand new tool...FOR LIFE. Stanley is crap they sell at Costco.

I agree, craftsman is the shiznits! No doubt, that is if your not trying to break and arm and a leg. But, if money is no issue, the i would hit up snap on tools.

Zee