Recent content by johnny_boy02

I have broken so many Craftsman hex sockets I consider them a consumable at this point…. I have a Tekton 1/2” impact set and Tekton 3/8” chrome set now. Between the 2 I can do pretty much everything I need/have encountered. Have not broken one yet, but I’m sure it will happen.

I don’t think setting aside your old tools for family is a bad idea. I recently put most of my 20+ year old Craftsman set away and started building up a new collection with some nicer stuff and some comparable stuff.. with no skips of course… I would highly recommend treating yourself to a few...

I don’t own a lot of SO and I only buy SO used/like new but used (eBay). But the stuff I would buy again… semi-deep sockets and some of the pliers.

I am pretty picky on boots/shoes, I really like these for causal wear. I have pretty messed up feet. The first time I decided to get custom boots was a complete let down that I’m still kinda pissed about(Nicks), the second time was life changing (JK Boots). Worth every penny...

I bought a very lightly used commercial Honda mower On Facebook marketplace about 7 years ago. It was a pricy but it’s built like a tank and gives me no trouble cutting my weed farm. on power equipment I always go with the “buy once, cry once” mentality. My mower, saws, trimmer, etc will...

We have one of these at work. It was $25k and its always broke. https://www.tracmow.com/80-xflail

How old is the car? In my modern vehicles I carry a compressor, smallish 1/4” tool kit, jumper cables, flashlight and a AAA card. Anything more advanced repair I’m not attempting on the side of the road or in a parking lot. In my off-road vehicles it’s a different story. Much more in-depth tool...

$70 for a tool that will probably last for many years compared to a $40 tool that might last for many years doesn’t really sound all that expensive. Im not a HF or Icon hater but I’ll pass on these and stick with the real thing.

I recently decided to get all new 3/8” stuff. When using chrome I reach for the semi deeps first so got a Koken set in metric and a new unused but second hand set of SO in SAE. Shots and deeps I went Tekton. I’m more than happy with the Tekton in my home use situation. If I were dead set on...

It took me awhile to embrace the the electric ratchet. I do my automotive work in the driveway so half my time is spent on my back wedged under a car where space is at a premium. In those situations the smaller profile of the ratchet works a bit better for me. I typically will use a traditional...

I don’t know…. The guys that constantly interject stuff about how you should just buy Harbor Freight anytime a Snap-On question comes up seem just as bad.

I have a couple sizes of adjustable pliers and some needle pliers that are great. The diagonal cutters have been a bit “meh” for the price. Sharp handle edges, super stiff, a ton of metal chips and grit left in the joint. Don’t get me wrong they are by no means bad and they are built like a...

I have not been overly impressed with Snap-On cutters for the price the finish work seems a bit meh. But man those Icons are bad.

I love these things. A couple swipes after each fill up and good to go. And my chains last about 3 times as long as my coworkers that use the grinder.

Yep. I did that for my 72”. Brought the price down to 2 years ago level. Should have bought 2 years ago. Lol