Considering Snap On box - advise needed

[Shelbylex]

Found this SO box for sale.
Does anybody know the model?
Would you pay 150 for it? I think it's a little high, but can not get consistent prices recently...

Thank you for your advise. I ideally am planning get KR 253 or 377 from earlier period, but am thinking if I should get this one while looking for what I want.

 

[thehorse13]

1970s model. Missing the castors, which can be expensive to replace with good Snap-On USA made ones.

I would not pay $150 for that particular box. I would also refrain from buying for the sake of buying. Be patient and wait for the right boxes.

 

[Shelbylex]

Thank you, thehorse. I think the spring fever is getting to me : )

 

[thehorse13]

I would pay 150 for this stack all day long. In fact, if this was local it would be home already.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Snap-On-To...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649

No affiliation with the seller.

 

[Shelbylex]

I wish it was close as well. This is one of the bottom boxes I would really like to have! (twice as lucky if I could get it with full drawer combination). If this came up close, I would be driving already.

Somebody will get lucky today!

 

[thehorse13]

The point is, great boxes do come along and at can't say no pricing. You'll get your chance.

 

[Shelbylex]

Thank you!

 

[pi_guy]

1970s model. Missing the castors, which can be expensive to replace with good Snap-On USA made ones.
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Ever bought casters from Snap On?
I have many of them cost less than HF versions.

 

[thehorse13]

Ever bought casters from Snap On?
I have many of them cost less than HF versions.

Never tried to buy the 40+ year old ones that are correct for the box from Snap-On. The new ones might be cheaper but I don't know. Either way, $150 is too much for that box even if he got the casters for free.

 

[Oldtuleguy]

You can find something nicer

 

[Packard V8]

All reasonable advice, but opinions and results may vary; some thoughts for the day:

1. Prices are always negotiable, even if they're "firm". Just say, "I can't pay that much, but if $** ever looks good for it, call me at this number."

2. We're just paying a few bucks for the box, not marrying it. If a better deal/fit comes along, resell the first or move it to the less-used tool storage.

3. For most use, casters are not absolutely necessary. Some of my stacks have been in the same place for years. A simple 2x4 and plywood platform would have sufficed.

jack vines