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Tool trucks aside, have you considered second hand 'new' tools? Better than what you have now, maybe used etc but they'll surely be better than "**** *** tools"

Personally I'd leave it. If I didn't buy the tool brand new, I didn't get to leave my mark on it first. It's a character mark so I leave them be. I have a fair few tools from my Great Granddad that have marks on them, tools from my own father and my own tools with my marks. They'll all be passed...

My hair isn't that long but it's long enough. Think 1972 - 73' Jimmy Page. I just put a beanie on when I'm under a car.

I really like the Simple Green hand cleaner gel/grit that comes in a little tub.

Another vote for AvE. He has to be the only guy out there actually saying if something is **** or not.

I use my tools and while I have a pretty much brand new Proto socket and spanner set. I clean them as best I can, just using a rag every now and then but I don't go out of my way. I have tools from my grand dad used in the 30's - 50's. Sure they have a bit of pitting, wear etc but they're nearly...

Here's mine, she's small but rather mighty for a 18 year old if I may say so. I've mostly got Proto with a few odds and ends thrown in and a bunch of Knipex too. -Jeremy

The Outdoor Store 304 SW 3rd Ave is great. Not really tools but great for really nice jeans, work boots etc, as an Australian it was great to go there. Though I'd figure stores like such are dime a dozen for you guys.

Nothing actually! I've got a set but they take up too much room so I just lay the wrenches against each other. I don't take out more than say 3 or 4 at a time so it works out. Amazon. Proto has a dealer well "seller" on there and they ship here within reason. I'd say it works out cheaper than...

Thanks guys! My theory is a tool is worth the money if it'll outlast me and it'll handle years of use without breaking etc. Plus I think it's rather cool to use a tool you've had forever. For example my dad has an Estwing claw hammer he was given for his 21st birthday, being a carpenter he's...

Now the time has come I feel that I can post my box without being ashamed. I've followed this thread since I was at least twelve and being 18 now, 6 years, having a job etc I feel that it's appropriate. I'm sure I'll out grow the Gearwrench box shortly but at the moment it's holding up just...

wombat31x, that's a ****** cool set up!

I agree, Leatherman Wave carrier for years and other leathermans too. Amazing things and I can't live without it.

Some lovely new Proto gear. -Jeremy

I'm sure it's been said before and I'm sure I won't be the last to say it but what utterly amazing craftsmanship. Just proper. I'm only 18 but I've wanted to do such jobs since I started finding out about fab work (I'd be guessing at around the age of 5.) it's great to know there's stuff out...

Started my collection of Knipex. Always wanted some and the local hardware had a sale for the set. Also some gloves and well not tools but cool stuff none the less. -Jeremy

Yeah but if the average income is high and the cost of living is high. You're in the same boat if the average income is low and the cost of living is low. four.cycle - I'm actually not to sure but I've narrowed it down to Portland/Beaverton area. I'm actually going on a holiday there shortly...

Thanks guys for the really good answers. I know there isn't really a be all an end all brand but just asked the question to get a few names out to see if there were any I haven't heard of before. Proto seems to have come up a fair bit so I'll give them a look. I've got a few Gearwrench tools...

Most guys tend to flock to one brand more than the rest, some have a Snap on fetish, others Craftsman etc etc. So why did you choose your brand? I might be moving to the US fairly shortly and for the first time will have a vast list of brands to pick from. They exist here in Australia too but...