Husky vs Craftsman

[jludwig]

I am looking to get my father a mechanics tool set for Christmas and cannot decide between the Craftsman or Husky brand. Additionally, should I splurge and get the larger piece sets?

Husky Mechanics Tool Set (270-Piece) H270MTSQ223 - The Home Depot

Perform your repair work professionally and perfectly by choosing this unique Husky Mechanics Tool Set. Offers high durability and good reliability.

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Husky Mechanics Tool Set (290-Piece) H290MTS - The Home Depot

Complete all your hardest work easily by selecting this amazing Husky Mechanics Tool Set. Full polished chrome finish easily wipes clean of oil and dirt.

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https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-VERSASTACK-Mechanics-Tool-Set/5014463547

https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-VERSASTACK-Mechanics-Tool-Set/5014463507

 

[d.mcfarland]

They both will perform similarly. Pick the one that has the items in it that you want, don't go by brand.

 

[Ohio Andy]

I am looking to get my father a mechanics tool set for Christmas and cannot decide between the Craftsman or Husky brand. Additionally, should I splurge and get the larger piece sets?

Husky Mechanics Tool Set (270-Piece) H270MTSQ223 - The Home Depot

Perform your repair work professionally and perfectly by choosing this unique Husky Mechanics Tool Set. Offers high durability and good reliability.

www.homedepot.com

Husky Mechanics Tool Set (290-Piece) H290MTS - The Home Depot

Complete all your hardest work easily by selecting this amazing Husky Mechanics Tool Set. Full polished chrome finish easily wipes clean of oil and dirt.

www.homedepot.com

https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-VERSASTACK-Mechanics-Tool-Set/5014463547

https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-VERSASTACK-Mechanics-Tool-Set/5014463507

How are the husky wrenches? From the picture they look flat.

 

[PWC Repair]

I have used Husky tools forever, I have no complaints. I ALSO HAVE that Craftsman set that I keep in the car trailer toolbox. I feel like the ratchets in the Craftsman set are a bit better quality.

 

[Etchase]

Both are good. Craftsman will most likely be made by Stanley in the future. Not sure Husky will be made by American owned Apex much longer. HD changes manufacturers. Not sure it matters.

 

[ohhimark]

Either of the 2 more expensive sets. Whichever of those 2 has more of what you're looking for. I'd see what Kobalt and Gearwrench have on sale too.

 

[Ohio Andy]

Both are good. Craftsman will most likely be made by Stanley in the future. Not sure Husky will be made by American owned Apex much longer. HD changes manufacturers. Not sure it matters.

Never used a husky wrench... Or am apex braves wrench. Been reasonably happy with all the Craftsman wrenches I have used. So thanks for the updates.

 

[mikester]

I have sets of Husky wrenches but theyre at least 10-12 years old. Theyre not bad. That being said I'd buy the Craftsman sets just because they come with 6 point sockets.

 

[ohhimark]

I have sets of Husky wrenches but theyre at least 10-12 years old. Theyre not bad. That being said I'd buy the Craftsman sets just because they come with 6 point sockets.

You bring up a good point, older people seem to prefer 12 point sockets. That may narrow down the search.

 

[dchawk81]

I have sets of Husky wrenches but theyre at least 10-12 years old. Theyre not bad. That being said I'd buy the Craftsman sets just because they come with 6 point sockets.

Husky kit says it has both 6 and 12 point sockets.

 

[Jtels85]

I’ve always been a Craftsman fan, but FWIW I would chose the Husky. The ratchets are your standard Apex 72 tooth that are rebuildable. You also get more wrenches. The layout of the Husky set looks cleaner and more complete.

I never understood why these modern mechanics sets have a plethora of sockets, probably more than you’ll ever need, then only give you just a few small wrenches in metric and standard.