Snap-on box without lock-n-roll?

[Dj.SammyOaks]

So im going to need a new tool box soon seeing as i just filled mine up. Im just looking around craigslist and such at some 3 bay snapon's and matco's. My only real beef with the snap on boxes are the lock-n-roll drawer lock. What boxes doesn't have that if any? does the classic 96?

 

[Brownsfan]

Im pretty sure all newer Snap on boxes have it. I know for sure the classic 96 has it. My buddy has one.

 

[Charlief]

The Epiq series does not have the Lock n roll.

Top of the line box.

 

[Dj.SammyOaks]

Ya i know the epiq series didnt have them but i dont want to drop epiq money. Looks like im rolling with matco which is fine by me. now its a matter of a double bay or tripple bay lol. im getting a cart with it either way.

 

[MikeF2316]

You can take the lock-n-roll piece out of the drawers in about 2 seconds. There's still friction built into the slides, but the drawers could come open in certain situations.

 

[Brownsfan]

If you can find a newer Cornwell box they have a better version of the latch that the epiq has. And they usually can be had cheaper. Look for the new 75" triple bay Pro series Cornwell. I have seen them new for 2k on Craigslist here locally. The drawer latches are the best I have used. I am kicking myself for not pulling the trigger on one.

 

[Zrexxer]

My Classic 96 most definitely has it. However, it doesn't bother me in the least. I honestly don't even notice it anymore. I think people make into a bigger deal than it really is.

 

[75ford]

i was looking at a snappy box last time i was on the truck and to me it seems like one of the things that is annoying at first but is not bad after awhile

 

[David Paul]

You can take the lock-n-roll piece out of the drawers in about 2 seconds. There's still friction built into the slides, but the drawers could come open in certain situations.

What Mike said. I took the "feature" off my new KRA 2422 in about 2 minutes. It still has slight resistance to open, but I'm much happier now as I don't move the box. If needed, the locking strips can be reinstalled.

 

[firebox40dash5]

Yep, just open the drawer, put a finger under the locking tab, and pull right. Toss em all under the bottom drawer.

Dunno why you'd want to though. After having my old box tip twice due to a little off kilter causing a cascade of opening drawers, it was a selling point to me.

 

[purplezr2]

This is the single reason I bought a used Epiq as I don't lock and roll. I was use to the impulse style as it is similar to Cman that I had previously.

 

[Wamsutta]

Lock 'n Roll came about in the very early 1990s with the introduction of the KRL series and then later the KRA series. If you want a Snap-on box without the Lock 'n Roll feature, you'll have to get an older KR series which was last seen in the 1990 catalog.

 

[shockwave]

Have you looked into the Cornwell boxes they are a lot like epiq boxes

 

[bobcatdan]

You ge use to it very quickly to the point you never notice it. I like the this step better vs having to pull over a detent.

 

[DodgeMech]

And it's a good way to keep matco owners out of your box even when unlocked...haha

 

[Zrexxer]

This is the single reason I bought a used Epiq as I don't lock and roll. I was use to the impulse style as it is similar to Cman that I had previously.

You bought a top-of-the-line Snap On Epiq because it was most like your Sears box?



I get what you're saying, it just came out funny...

 

[dawg69]

I too don't see what the issue is with L&R. With very little use, it becomes instinctive. It does keep most unknowing people out of your box as well.

 

[Murphy4570]

I like Lock n Roll. Works well and you get used to it fast. Every lay person thinks your box is locked too if they try and open it.

 

[NorthSea92]

I took off the lock-n-roll and threw it in the bin, most annoying thing ever in my opinion. I just lock the box if I move it