I will just leave this here

[Steve Hoch]

I've been thinking about getting into the gas game for a bit and this popped up for free on marketplace.

Nice grill, you just need to solve the rust issue on the bottom and there are a few ways to do it.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

Another issue I find with a lot of socket sets is the propensity of 12 point sockets. I HATE 12 points.

Larry I messed up. I found a set that reviews well by that tool reviewer you posted but after I ordered I remembered what you said about most of these box sets having 12 point sockets. Well I accidentally ordered the wrong one with 12 points. I'm going to return it when it shows up tomorrow and order the set that comes with everything 6 point for $50 more than the other set with 12 points. I very much agree with you about the 12 point. If I ever need a 12 point I'll go buy it but I don't want to ruin my entire set for the chance I might need it.

 

[Cody Bratton]

I've been thinking about getting into the gas game for a bit and this popped up for free on marketplace.
Not sure exactly what I'm going to do with it yet. I'll get around to it someday. Going to browse the various threads on here for inspiration.

But you got it?

 

[Cody Bratton]

Larry I messed up. I found a set that reviews well by that tool reviewer you posted but after I ordered I remembered what you said about most of these box sets having 12 point sockets. Well I accidentally ordered the wrong one with 12 points. I'm going to return it when it shows up tomorrow and order the set that comes with everything 6 point for $50 more than the other set with 12 points. I very much agree with you about the 12 point. If I ever need a 12 point I'll go buy it but I don't want to ruin my entire set for the chance I might need it.

What did you end up going with?

 

[Josh Dekubber]

What did you end up going with?

Gearwrench 243 piece. It reviews well up against brands carried by big box stores. I ordered the wrong set though. It comes in 12 point or 6 point.

 

[Steve Hoch]

The Craftsman set is an older style set from Craftsman which is a little bit beefier. They made these back when Sears was still around but still sell them. Better than the stuff that's coming out now from Craftsman.

I have an older, made in USA Craftsman set that I've been pretty happy with. It's also a good size to take along with me if needed.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

I have an older, made in USA Craftsman set that I've been pretty happy with. It's also a good size to take along with me if needed.View attachment 112093View attachment 112094

Steve I really wish I could buy something like that!!

 

[Steve Hoch]

Steve I really wish I could buy something like that!!

I'll bet if you look you could find a similar set, maybe even new. Craftsman stopped and then started making this stuff in the USA again for a while.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

I'll bet if you look you would.

I've been looking and only thing I'm finding available is buckets of mix mashed tools. Nothing taken care of or organized or in a complete set.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

I've been looking locally though. I'll check online maybe I can find something

 

[Steve Hoch]

I found one for you, one of the last Craftsman USA sets, new.https://www.ebay.com/itm/1260223130...ZAKmeEhTh6&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

 

[Josh Dekubber]

Craftsman 159 piece Mechanic Tool Set Made in USA MISSING 11 STANDARD ALLEN KEYS | eBay

Very good slightly used condition. Everything is complete except for 11 standard allen keys are missing. Thanks

www.ebay.com

 

[Josh Dekubber]

There are definitely some options available that I did not think to look for. Thank you Steve I'll do some more digging

 

[Steve Hoch]

Craftsman 159 piece Mechanic Tool Set Made in USA MISSING 11 STANDARD ALLEN KEYS | eBay

Very good slightly used condition. Everything is complete except for 11 standard allen keys are missing. Thanks

www.ebay.com

That's a nice set too. I almost forgot I had these. It's a little fancier set with laser engraved sockets and highly polished ratchet. I don't think I've ever used it.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

That's a nice set too. I almost forgot I had these. It's a little fancier set with laser engraved sockets and highly polished ratchet. I don't think I've ever used it.View attachment 112096View attachment 112097

It's pretty darn cool steve!!

 

[Josh Dekubber]

Similar style etching

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[Steve Hoch]

It's pretty darn cool steve!!

I've always liked Craftsman tools, I think I got that from my Dad.

 

[Josh Dekubber]

I really like old school Craftsman. Black & Decker is just ruining the name now putting out cheap crap and trying to sell stuff based on the name Craftsman and what it used to mean.

It's not just Black & Decker / Craftsman though it's everything now.

I'm sure the super expensive stuff is probably still good but is it as good as it used to be?

 

[Steve Hoch]

Similar style etching

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That's a really nice set too. It looks similar to mine, but with a few more pieces and the engraved sockets are definitely an upgrade. I can barely see the markings on mine anymore, they get smaller every year

 

[Steve Hoch]

I really like old school Craftsman. Black & Decker is just ruining the name now putting out cheap crap and trying to sell stuff based on the name Craftsman and what it used to mean.

It's not just Black & Decker / Craftsman though it's everything now.

I'm sure the super expensive stuff is probably still good but is it as good as it used to be?

I think you're probably paying for the name on a lot of the expensive stuff too, although I haven't done the research. I don't think you can go wrong with one of those older, but new USA Craftsman sets. I've had mine for 25 years with no complaints.