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UncleJoe

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I am a Network Engineer which means 90% of my time is spent on a laptop using software and my knowledge to solve problems. However I do have times when I need to use hand tools, I really enjoy these times because it is such a break from the regular stuff. Currently I carry a CLC 1509 Electrician's pouch.
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The fact that it has a zipper and can be closed up works well for me. This holds all the tools I need to make a cable, test it, install a server in a rack, cut wire ties, tighten a nut or bolt, hang something on a wall or do any of the odd jobs that require hand tools. I have a large tote to carry any cordless tools I need and my fishtape and fishtape lube.

This pouch does everything well except stand up. When I set it down it falls over. I would like to have one with the same capacity but one that will stand up so I can pick out the tools I want and move on.

Has anyone here found one like this. I am considering Veto but wanted to look at all my options.

Thanks for the help
 
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That is along the lines I am looking for. On the one I have now I can zip it closed so tools don't come out in transport and dirt does not get in.
 
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I have this one, Stanley 511150M FatMax Technician Tool Bag
It won't topple over.
Side pockets inside and outside, with a middle divider.

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In the style of the above FatMax, there is a Husky at HD that is I think very good for electrical and VDV use.

I like FatMax bags in general and have used several for different IT related bags. I have one that's 28" perfect to put a pair of full size keyboards in. So you know the kind of work that would need a bag like that I had to have different pockets and config than you might as a sysadmin, I was doing desktop support and install/retire of workstations. I needed bags to put spare esd bags, carry ram, you name it, but the only tools I had in it were 2 phillips and a nut driver.

So I have the Husky bag I referred to. My neighbour has a bag very similar to your bag. I much prefer going into mine than his to get the same tool when we work on projects together. Granted mine is mine, however here's what I can tell you; the bag itself and my organization style makes it easier for me to find what I want with my fingers in mine than his.

What I have in mine in addition to all my coax, cat6, insulated screwdrivers, misc pliers and plier-shaped tools (strippers, scotch block and other style crimpers) I have some basic drywall tools, zip and velcro ties, extra casette blades, you name it. None of it is in zipper pouches the side walls are deep enough that it really doesn't need more secure but you can get a separate zipper pouch and put it in with enough room that it won't get in the way.
 
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I've learned that I don't care for the tool bags that have tools "hanging out" around the outside.

They can occasionally catch on stuff, and get lost.
Wouldn't be bad if I would notice it, but all it takes is Once...and that's a tool I have to buy again....which hurts.

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Although I don't personally use one, some of my coworkers use the Klein backpack. It is self-standing, including when open.
 
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If you have a Menards near you check out Toughbuilt stuff they seem to be holding up pretty well to my use being a handyman. They make a ton of different things.
 
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UncleJoe said:
I am a Network Engineer which means 90% of my time is spent on a laptop using software and my knowledge to solve problems. However I do have times when I need to use hand tools, I really enjoy these times because it is such a break from the regular stuff. Currently I carry a CLC 1509 Electrician's pouch.
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The fact that it has a zipper and can be closed up works well for me. This holds all the tools I need to make a cable, test it, install a server in a rack, cut wire ties, tighten a nut or bolt, hang something on a wall or do any of the odd jobs that require hand tools. I have a large tote to carry any cordless tools I need and my fishtape and fishtape lube.

This pouch does everything well except stand up. When I set it down it falls over. I would like to have one with the same capacity but one that will stand up so I can pick out the tools I want and move on.

Has anyone here found one like this. I am considering Veto but wanted to look at all my options.

Thanks for the help
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Uncle Joe-==-I think the "Tote" you posted is the best that I've seen-other than what you said--It won't stand up. I found one for $29. I think I could deal with it laying down flat, with that price!

And I like the fact it zips up too! I have some expensive Wiha tools I don't want to disappear...I'll keep the Kliens on the outside (11 in 1 driver for example).

Have any other pic's of it??
 
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JonnyMac said:
Just get a veto...
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I have the backpack. As a commercial HVAC tech it is perfect for freeing up your hands to carry filters, or parts etc... I park it in puddles all the time, never falls over; waterproof bottom. I've had it for 2 years now and it's still going strong.
 
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He's a Tech guys....and looking for a SMALL, stand-up bag.

The Veto "Tech" series will stand up, I think, and are very nice looking bags, although the CLC 1509 looks like a nice little tote also.

I'm also working as a tech these days, use to do HVAC/R, Boilers, Steamfitting, Pipefitting, and have larger tool bags for "some" of that stuff (a 36" or 48" pipe wrench just doesn't fit in ANY bags!), but not these days. I can get by with a small bag these days! ;)
 
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As an update,

I picked up the 1509 CLC tool bag at Johnstone Supply, and I'll have to say it's a great little bag, and at under $30, a very good buy!

I really like the fact that it closes entirely.

I usually carry my "small" bag in the front of the van from job to job, but through it in the back when my cohort road along...flashlight fell out, and since we work so much in ceilings...I felt naked!

With the new bag, I close it when not in use, and nothing falls out. AWESOME.
 
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