Show Us Your Tool Belt Thread

[usdemt]

I dont think I have seen anything like this on here before. I know we have a lot of mechanics but I also think we have a decent amount of construction/electrical types. So Show us your belts!


I recently upgraded my daily workhorse to a custom built Diamondback. I have the capability to carry everything I need for many jobs but I will pick and choose what to carry for most jobs. Example I wont carry the flat bar for trim work, but deconstruction its a must. I also typically only carry the back tail pouch for specific uses. In this case it was my garbage can for all the deck screws I was pulling out.

Notice the hammer holder to hang a Milwaukee 12v impact or drill off of. Probably one of the best things I found about the 12v lineup.

Here is my electrical setup. I really dont wear it often so I like the handle and the stable base to carry with me when I need it even if it isnt on my hip.

And finally my drywall rig that I move tools from my main belt to it when I am drywalling hence why it is empty.

 

[usdemt]

Am I the only one on here with a tool belt?

 

[Zeke]

No multiple belts, just put the tools in I need for the job. Today it was roof flashing.

 

[bcradio]

You won't be the only one here:
http://www.contractortalk.com/f40/tool-belt-thread-123838/

 

[dutchgray]

No pictures but I have a Makita 2 pocket and a separate drywall pouch, I mostly work out of a couple buckets as I lug around way to many hand tools to wear most days, but the pouches are necessary for roofing, ladder work and drywall.

 

[VersionOne]

I don't think many people realize how expensive those Diamondback tool belts really are. I have an Occidental Leather tool belt, and I thought that was expensive. I did have a nylon tool belt (CLC) prior to my Occidental, and it wore out in a few years (of constant use). For abrasion resistance though, you really can't beat leather, especially if it's for outdoor use.

 

[usdemt]

I don't think many people realize how expensive those Diamondback tool belts really are. I have an Occidental Leather tool belt, and I thought that was expensive. I did have a nylon tool belt (CLC) prior to my Occidental, and it wore out in a few years (of constant use). For abrasion resistance though, you really can't beat leather, especially if it's for outdoor use.

The drywall setup is an Occy with a cheap drill pouch and I love my Diamondback. The price sucked but the quality is next to none and a very unique setup that they allowed me to customize without question. Top notch service and made in the USA.

 

[VersionOne]

Yeah, that's what I really like about the Occi's. They're all made in the US as well. Definitely worth it.

 

[wagzilla]

I will post a pic soon Mine is old got it when I was 16 and it still fits and I'm 49 now I love the leather!!

 

[MagnumForce]

Just bought this one today. I have a couple toughbuilts at work and I think they are the bees knees. Love being able to easily unclip them.

 

[ecotec]

Here is mine. I have not used it too much. I like it so far.

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3" ranger belt 5035
electrician pouch 5500
hammer holder 5012
compact utility bag 6104
tape holster 5037
hip pads 5006
Stabila leather holster for Stabila 25360 torpedo level

 

[ecotec]

another angle…

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[Askme42]

I don't have any pics right now but once wore my tool belt to tailgate as a joke. Had all of my grilling stuff in it. A girl stopped me and was like that's a really cool BBQ belt I want to get my dad one. Where did you get it? SMH

 

[ecotec]

6 tool belts in a year? I would not expect "show us your tool box" numbers… But 6?

 

[Farmall450]

Anyone else? Just got a good deal on a Bucket Boss and am wondering what else to add. Already took one pouch off (although I like the garbage can idea).

Separate electrical one similar to most on here.

 

[awdblazer]

i have the toughbuilt as well
suspenders belts everything
very comfortable and easy to change around

 

[rick carpenter]

I don't wear these unless I absolutely have to. I ain't got much of an *** to keep them up. The CLC W438 is my main bag with the carabiner for a handle, loaded for electric. You can see that I added the long sheath sticking down on the left for a third driver, and a semi-permanent sheath for my drywall knife. You can't see the two sheaths I added on the inside for one leg each of the lineman's and longnose pliers. My other bag is an Occidental 5053 with the drywall knife sheath. It has a flap for to slip in my back pocket but I don't like it. I don't use it much but it's smaller and lighter. Both drywall knife sheaths are from vacuum cleaner nozzles.

 

[DWise]

Does not get much use any more.

 

[MO-Iron]

After I retired from teaching, I started doing a lot of heavy construction on road bridges. I have used several Chicago screws and some chain to keep this belt alive for the last few years. Not long after I took this picture, I ran over it with a Cat 953 track loader. With a little straightening, the belt and the estwing hammer survived.

 

[Finky198]

One of three setups I have. The others being carpenters bags and suspenders as well as a fallers belt.

At this time of year I'm usually running around the shop like a nut. So I recently put this together using an electrician bags and belt... and some of my tools off the cart.
so far its saved me a ton of trips back and forth so its definite win.....

 

[code4pay]

Just bought this one today. I have a couple toughbuilts at work and I think they are the bees knees. Love being able to easily unclip them.

Yep love mine, I have the rail also at my workbench so I can clip it up and have the tools in reach without having them on my belt when working at it.

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[Catfishdan]

oops. Double post.

 

[Catfishdan]

I'm surprised this thread hasn't gotten more love. Here's my rig. I work in construction; mostly residential remodels. These tools are always in my bags, with a few additions on occasion. Sometimes the 16oz estwing gets traded out for a 20oz waffle face for framing duty.




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