I have heard many good things about Benjamin Moore paints, though I have never used any myself. I have used Sherwin Williams brand and it seems to do well. Someone correct me if I'm wrong but I believe the most important factor is using a good quality primer.
I agree with many who have already said it depends on where you go. My neighbor happens to be a mechanic and some of his tools are craftsman. We went to sears a couple of weeks ago here in town and we replaced several ratchets. Some were for people he works with too and one in particular looked...
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