Husky 40" 10 drawer tool cabinet/chest

Uncle Ben · Jul 23, 2013

Saw this tool box in the local home depot last night, but it was in the box, not assembled on display, so I could not get a feel for the qality of the drawers and slides. Here is a link to the box, which is $298 right now.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-40...-Black-HOTC4010B1ARS/203594224?keyword=720161

I like that by having all full width drawers there are less drawers to open when looking for a tool. For me, with my price range, it is between this box and the harbor freight 44" wide red box with the upper chest, but the HF top box does not say the cubic inches of storage space... the bottom HF box says it has 11,528 cubic in. The Husky box has 19,370 cubic in of storage space.

Anyway, I would like to see if any of you have the box and what you think of it. Thanks!

cburnscrx · Jul 23, 2013

If you're just comparing quality, it's not that close. The HF is better. That said, the Husky could be fine for at home use when it sits in one place. It's not going to fall apart either, but it's not nearly as sturdy as the HF. I seriously considered the Husky when picking up my US General. Remember there is a significant price difference between the two. A top and bottom box from HF is going to run you at least $628 (with coupon) vs. the $299 for the Husky. That's double the cost. And that becomes the interesting dilemma.

Uncle Ben · Jul 23, 2013

Do you know what the overall difference of cubic inches of storage capacity is between the HF and the Husky? To get the Husky at literally half the cost is VERY tempting. By the way, my use will be for home garage general DIY work...automotive, WW'ing, electrical, plumbing, etc. I have a lot of tools, so I'm pretty sure it will be full the same day I assemble it.

Thanks for your input!

archirelic · Jul 23, 2013

One thing to keep in mind as well, dependent upon how you plan on loading the drawers in that Husky, you might quickly realize that their 50lb rating is easily exceeded far too quickly...especially considering the size of the drawers.

Uncle Ben · Jul 23, 2013

I didn't notice the 50lb rating! I'm afraid that will be a deal-breaker for me since some of the drawers will have big pipe wrenches, hammer and mallets, among other heavy tools that would add up to more than 50lbs pretty easily, as you said, especially with how wide the drawers are, which was one of the things I liked the most :-(

monster1 · Jul 23, 2013

Uncle Ben said:
I didn't notice the 50lb rating! I'm afraid that will be a deal-breaker for me since some of the drawers will have big pipe wrenches, hammer and mallets, among other heavy tools that would add up to more than 50lbs pretty easily, as you said, especially with how wide the drawers are, which was one of the things I liked the most :-(

Go with the US general and don't look back. You'll regret the husky box if you are putting heavy stuff in it.

Uncle Ben · Jul 23, 2013

Thanks for the input guys!

sberry · Jul 23, 2013

You don't got to throw everything you own in one either.

fozzy · Jul 23, 2013

This Husky box just caught my attention today- it looks impressive as you pass it by, but the one I was in had one on display. Compared to the HF 44" roller, the quality of the Husky is vastly inferior, drawers felt a little flimsy to me. I also pulled out one of the drawers and the drawer immediately fell off the slide on one side. I'm not saying that's indicative of the overall quality of every box, but it isn't a good sign (especially on a display model that is supposed to aid in the sale). Personally, between the two that you have indicated, I would chose the HF, even if the drawer capacity was equal.

sberry · Jul 23, 2013

I like that HF thing with 2 sets of smaller drawers, I am tempted to get one of those just to be nice to me. If I was buying today it would be on my short list.

Zeke · Jul 23, 2013

Seems like a good price for a 40" box AND and top box. Or did I read it right?

Uncle Ben · Jul 24, 2013

Zeke, you are correct, less than $300 for top and bottom, but from the feedback I'm getting, it sounds like you get what you pay for. As good as that price is, I think the 50lb weight limit per drawer will not stand up over time for me. I was ready to go back and buy it, but I'm glad I asked for advice here first since I had regretting a purchase.

BDT/NWMN · Jul 24, 2013

Ben ,,,there was a discussion about this box on 7-14.... I was tempted and still am to get one for electrical test equipment, soldering guns, etc.... Nothing heavy... They are a cheapo set.. Reading the site reviews, it sounds like the cardboard box they come in is tougher than the toolbox....... a good idea to open it up and check the boxes for damage before leaving the store...Damage reports to spare...

rsanter · Jul 24, 2013

The box is not as good as the HF, it is more in line with the cheaper Cman boxes.
With that said that seems like a smoking deal.

Personally I might think of going to HD with the HF 20% off or the bed bath and beyond coupon and see I'd they will let you use it on that box. Then it will be a deal worth getting I would think.. You can store a lot of misc stuff in there one day when you upgrade boxes......

BTW....I have been using the HF and the BBB coupons lately at HD and lowes for all kinds of stuff for fixing up the house

Bob

Coach James · Jul 25, 2013

You can use Bed Bath and Beyond coupons at Home Depot? Isn't Bed, Bath and Beyond a store that sells soap, bubble bath and stuff like that?

Coach

sloppy · Jul 25, 2013

That box is really thin metal wise. slides felt horrible and drawers would twist with no load as opening..

might be OK for like bath towels or bed sheets. not storing anything made from steel..

cheechi · Jul 25, 2013

Coach James said:
Isn't Bed, Bath and Beyond a store that sells soap, bubble bath and stuff like that?

They keep the saws & drills in the 'beyond' section.

Outlawmws · Jul 26, 2013

This pretty well sums it up:

Weight Capacity (lb.) 550 lb

Walk away, no; make that run away...

rsanter · Jul 26, 2013

Coach James said:
You can use Bed Bath and Beyond coupons at Home Depot? Isn't Bed, Bath and Beyond a store that sells soap, bubble bath and stuff like that?

Coach

Yes you can, it is suprising how many similar items they sell such as shower heads, kitchen and bath organization stuff, small shelves, and more

BTW....BBB will take their own coupons even after they are expired

....
I just had new carpet installed through lowes, decent quality stuff with a lifetime stain warranty....I tried to use the HF 20% off coupon and then,anger said no......but that he would do 10% for me. I said ok

Bob

kippieland · Jul 26, 2013

I have a file cabinet at work that has thicker metal then those things

cheechi · Jul 26, 2013

I took a look at one today and here's what I'd say. For a mechanic, definitely not. No way. The drawers are all too deep, lots of wasted space just for hand tools. The slides wont last with the kind of use they put on a box.

For a carpenter, contractor, someone who is doing DIY projects or just a guy's home garage, they can work. The drawers are sized better for say, boxes of nails, chisels, hammers, power tools, electronics parts & test equipment. Infrequent use, this box is probably OK as general storage.

It is an overall lower quality than the 44" HF box.

elronin · Sep 20, 2013

I have one, I wrote a review of it on my website here's the link.

http://www.thetoolreviewguy.com/2013/08/normal-0-false-false-false-en-us-x-none.html

It's OK for home use in my opinion, and I have way more the 50lbs in some of the drawers.

The Frisco Kid · Sep 20, 2013

I like the wide drawers, but there is a reason it's only $300 for top and bottom. It's lightweight.

Good for light use though, I'm going to buy two of these for either end of my workbench.

Mohawk Dave · Nov 19, 2013

Well, I am going to pick up 4 of them tomorrow. I need wide drawers for all my ******** storage stuff. My 26"ers just aren't cutting the mustard. I have to use 2 drawers often to fit what should be in 1 drawer.

I'm talking soldering stuff, roloc pads, rivets, clecos, bags and bags of steel wool from yard sales, just stuff like that.

My 40" SO, 40" Mac, 34" MAC, and 40" CMAN hold the heavy stuff.

mudman63 · Nov 19, 2013

I just got one the other day. I am very happy with it. The metal is thin and does not compare to the similar sized HF. Having said that it is on $298 for the top and bottom. They also accepted my Lowes 10% coupon. I am not a pro, I just like tools and try to work on my own stuff when I can. It is perfect for that purpose and I think it looks good. One of the reasons I never bought the HF is because it only comes in red. I wanted black.

Mohawk Dave · Nov 21, 2013

Well, I picked up 3 from dude in Anaheim off CL. They are all RTV ones, and dented/scratched. But for $200 OTD each, that's cool with me. They function perfect, and the dents are on the sides/back, so I won't see them. Note the little angle pieces that hold the top to the bottom. Kinda scary if you plan on rolling this around. Mine will be stationary.

Bill P · Feb 4, 2014

If anyone's checking in on this, Menards has 16x72 drawer liner with rust inhibitor on sale. One should do two drawers in this box perfectly.

http://www.menards.com/main/tools-h...2-solid-chest-tool-drawer-liner/p-1454073.htm

tncumminsguy · Jun 30, 2014

I just bought one of these and took the advice of people on this board and checked it for damage. Found some small dings on the back and they knocked 50.00 off so I ended up paying 250 for it. This thing feels really flimsy compared to my HF 44" box at the workshop but I will be using this for storage mainly odds and ends to declutter my home garage. Not a very tough box but the only drawer that will probably have some weight inside is the bottom. Now to get some liners

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