Snap On Boxes I.D.

[VocaTexas]

I've been planning on buying a lathe so I've been on the search for tools related to machining such as dial indicators, micrometers, etc. I found out an older machinist I know was going to retire and sell his tools, so I made a deal with him a few months ago to buy his when he retired. I also got his tool boxes.

I know there are some Snap On collectors around here so I thought I would post up pics of the boxes. I'd like to know roughly when they were made and an estimate on the value of the boxes. I doubt I'd sell them, but I am curious to see how good a deal I got.

 

[Cope]

I think you have a KRA557 on top of a K something 300 bottom.

 

[joel63]

Top KR537

Bottom KRA300J ?

Nice pick up.

 

[Richard Cranium]

I always like the KRA300J's
As to value, it really makes a difference where you are located.

 

[VocaTexas]

I'm in central Texas, about 120 miles northwest of Austin. My forum name is my location...

I also bought two metal Kennedy machinist's chests, but forgot to take pics of them today.

I haven't gotten around to doing a full inventory of the tools, but here are a few pics of some of the stuff in the Snap On boxes:











One big drawer is full of Craftsman and Snap On wrenches and sockets. Most of the mics and indicators are Mitutoyo and Starrett.

 

[zkling]

KR537 on top of a KRA300, the repaint is pretty bad.

 

[thehorse13]

Some would argue that the repaint ruined the boxes. If I saw them on Craigslist, that would be my #1 negotiation tool with the seller. If they were untouched, and had the original paint, $200 would buy them around here. As they sit? I would try to take them home for half that but would settle at $150 if I really wanted them. As noted, prices vary widely based on location.

zkling is correct on the box types.

 

[VocaTexas]

Well, I thought the boxes would be worth more than that, but I'm still satisfied with my buy. I got all four boxes and all the tools for a little over a grand. One of the tools is a Mitutoyo 24 inch caliper that I've seen advertised for $699 on the net, and it's brand new. I think I done good...

 

[JUNK-MAN]

I think they look pretty cool in black, 150-200 is a steal with the tools if included

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[thehorse13]

I was talking about one stack (two boxes, no tools). If you got all 4 boxes with the tools included, yes, you've done extremely well on your purchase.

 

[Lookin4'67Galaxieconv]

KR537 on top of a KRA300, the repaint is pretty bad.

Amen! What a horrible repaint!

 

[FJ 432]

Amen! What a horrible repaint!

Yep, agreed. You did well on the tools.

 

[F124C]

Amen! What a horrible repaint!

Sometimes a horrible repaint is an anti-theft measure!

I've known motorcycle couriers in the city do this to good motorcycles to deter (some) thieves.

Al.

 

[F124C]

I think they look pretty cool in black, 150-200 is a steal with the tools if included

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Correct me if I'm wrong,
but doesn't some manufacturer or other supply toolboxes in black?

Al.

 

[JUNK-MAN]

Correct me if I'm wrong,
but doesn't some manufacturer or other supply toolboxes in black?

Al.

Yes nut not the older snap ons I admit it was done poorly hut it still looks pretty good like that.

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