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Posted by louisiana96 (Member # 9967) on :
 
So if u dnt know I work at sears and thought craftsman use to be the Shit but they suck unless u buy the pro ratchet I went on a drive and auto zone has there newer snap on take offs that if they brake u get a new one on the spot unlike craftsman and same with Pittsburgh pro ratchets craftsman if you brake it u have to trade it for a rebuilt one if its in stock or wait 7-10 days for an ordered one so my question is what have u guys had good luck with??
 
Posted by norcalfiddy (Member # 11207) on :
 
Snap-on and Mac. FTMFW.

[ January 19, 2012, 05:25 PM: Message edited by: norcalfiddy ]
 
Posted by ZEXy4.6 (Member # 10372) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by norcalfiddy:
Snap-on and Mac. FTMFW.
No doubt. Craftsman serves its purpose and never used Pittsburg pro ratchets.
 
Posted by 84SVOrick (Member # 9039) on :
 
I have snap on and matco, but most of my chrome sockets are craftmans, but all seem to work well so far
 
Posted by 02angrybird (Member # 11259) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by norcalfiddy:
Snap-on and Mac. FTMFW.
+1 I'm a SNAP ON guy myself
 
Posted by 93ReefBlue5.0 (Member # 5780) on :
 
i've got snap-on, mac and and a few matco tools for work... and i have craftsman at home. can't complain about any of those brands..

[ January 19, 2012, 06:25 PM: Message edited by: 93ReefBlue5.0 ]
 
Posted by MikeD. (Member # 8060) on :
 
I have a lot of snap on stuff for work, and at home I use Kobalt from lowes. Both turn bolts the same, either have yet to break. The new Kobalt stuff has a great finish, and are quality pieces. They hold the same guarentee as Snap-on, just a truck doesn't come every Friday.
 
Posted by louisiana96 (Member # 9967) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by MikeD.:
I have a lot of snap on stuff for work, and at home I use Kobalt from lowes. Both turn bolts the same, either have yet to break. The new Kobalt stuff has a great finish, and are quality pieces. They hold the same guarentee as Snap-on, just a truck doesn't come every Friday.
So kobalt u just take in and they give you a new one I am really thinking about the auto zone brand that are based off damp on
 
Posted by MustangNate (Member # 4559) on :
 
I have Snap-On and Cornwell tools.
 
Posted by MikeD. (Member # 8060) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by louisiana96:
quote:
Originally posted by MikeD.:
I have a lot of snap on stuff for work, and at home I use Kobalt from lowes. Both turn bolts the same, either have yet to break. The new Kobalt stuff has a great finish, and are quality pieces. They hold the same guarentee as Snap-on, just a truck doesn't come every Friday.
So kobalt u just take in and they give you a new one I am really thinking about the auto zone brand that are based off damp on
Yessir, just go to customer service, tell them your shit broke, and they give you a new one.
 
Posted by louisiana96 (Member # 9967) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by MikeD.:
quote:
Originally posted by louisiana96:
quote:
Originally posted by MikeD.:
I have a lot of snap on stuff for work, and at home I use Kobalt from lowes. Both turn bolts the same, either have yet to break. The new Kobalt stuff has a great finish, and are quality pieces. They hold the same guarentee as Snap-on, just a truck doesn't come every Friday.
So kobalt u just take in and they give you a new one I am really thinking about the auto zone brand that are based off damp on
Yessir, just go to customer service, tell them your shit broke, and they give you a new one.
I think ill check them out thanks for the info
 
Posted by warhorse58gt (Member # 7702) on :
 
mostly craftsmen.. if your going to break a craftsmen, you were going to break a mac or snap on.. [patriot] i have all 3. but why paid 10x the craftsmen price for the same wrench? only craftsmen ratchets i have ever broken was the 1/4 & the 3/8 ones.
 
Posted by 95gtdrop (Member # 7478) on :
 
I've busted 3-4 craftsmen ratchets myself. Everything else seems to work well fr craftsmen. I have some random snap on and Mac tools and like them a lot, there just expensive. My friend has a set of tools from harbor freight. He broke a ratchet and got a new one on the spot.
 
Posted by 06ragtopgt_SOS (Member # 11327) on :
 
Bottom line is you have to choose your battles. Some tools will see much heavier and/or frequent use than others. These are worth paying more for, especially if you depend on them to earn a living. I recently bought a snap on fine tooth (88 I think) 3/8 flex head wratchet, and found myself wondering how I got by with just a basic craftsman before.
 
Posted by louisiana96 (Member # 9967) on :
 
My only problem with craftsman is that if they don't have the rebuild kits or the rebuilt ones ur out for 7-10 days for an ordered on my thing is if I go in there looking like a grease monkey I need one and now lol and they dnt care so that my problem as of last week craftsman ratchets were on 30 day back order for rebuild...but I won't pay for snap on ill keep looking or just keep with craftsman
 
Posted by Secnd2nun64 (Member # 1431) on :
 
I have mainly craftsman pro but have some snap on and Stanley brand ones. The Stanley brand ones are actually pretty nice and walmart has a super easy return process if one breaks. I've never had one break though. If you can find some, get some old craftman rachets. I got some passed down to me and they are really nice pieces. Better than their new stuff. I always keep an eye out for the old craftsman stuff at swap meets.
 
Posted by louisiana96 (Member # 9967) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Secnd2nun64:
I have mainly craftsman pro but have some snap on and Stanley brand ones. The Stanley brand ones are actually pretty nice and walmart has a super easy return process if one breaks. I've never had one break though. If you can find some, get some old craftman rachets. I got some passed down to me and they are really nice pieces. Better than their new stuff. I always keep an eye out for the old craftsman stuff at swap meets.
yea ive been reading alot about there older ones the pros are nice its just the replacement praces im really looking at i dont care if they brake as long as they work till they do and i get it replaced i just got back from my buddys house and his ratchets came in the mail and one was broke out of the box lol...i made fun of him but any ways yea there are alot of brands i need to check out before buying new ratchets..thanks to everyone for the info
 
Posted by 19mystic96 (Member # 7553) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by louisiana96:
So if u dnt know I work at sears and thought craftsman use to be the Shit but they suck unless u buy the pro ratchet I went on a drive and auto zone has there newer snap on take offs that if they brake u get a new one on the spot unlike craftsman and same with Pittsburgh pro ratchets craftsman if you brake it u have to trade it for a rebuilt one if its in stock or wait 7-10 days for an ordered one so my question is what have u guys had good luck with??
My local orchard supply just gives me a new ratchet off the shelf if I bring in a broken one.. Sears has always sucked when it came to their tool warranty IMO.

Ive got only craftsman and I've never had a problem with my tools.. I've broke swivels and ratchets, but it was my fault and had them replaced brand new when they break.
 
Posted by WildFire532FB (Member # 1482) on :
 
Craftsman.
 
Posted by Poisond Pony (Member # 5141) on :
 
I beat on my tools since I wrench for a living. When I 1st got in the biz, my Craftsmen lasted 2 weeks at best. Now my box is filled with Snap-On, Matco and Mac. You get what you pay for IMO and those 3 companies' tools last alot longer than Craftsmen.
 
Posted by hidnn.o.s. (Member # 1219) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by WildFire532FB:
Craftsman.
The Walmart of tools [Wink]
 
Posted by louisiana96 (Member # 9967) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 19mystic96:
quote:
Originally posted by louisiana96:
So if u dnt know I work at sears and thought craftsman use to be the Shit but they suck unless u buy the pro ratchet I went on a drive and auto zone has there newer snap on take offs that if they brake u get a new one on the spot unlike craftsman and same with Pittsburgh pro ratchets craftsman if you brake it u have to trade it for a rebuilt one if its in stock or wait 7-10 days for an ordered one so my question is what have u guys had good luck with??
My local orchard supply just gives me a new ratchet off the shelf if I bring in a broken one.. Sears has always sucked when it came to their tool warranty IMO.

Ive got only craftsman and I've never had a problem with my tools.. I've broke swivels and ratchets, but it was my fault and had them replaced brand new when they break.
I think I will go check them out if that's the case then cool stick with craftsman but if they give me the same spill as Sears then screw it lol..
 
Posted by SWITCH 625.0 (Member # 9322) on :
 
I started with Craftsman years ago when i worked for Ford/Lincoln Mercury. I have over the years mixed in a few SK, Snap-On, & Mac as well. I recently started buying a few of the Craftsmen Pro Series wrenches. I have only had a few returns to Sears in all the years but the exchange was quick and hassle free. I just have this thing for US Made Tools and cant bring myself to buy China handtools.
 
Posted by fam_lace (Member # 8565) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by hidnn.o.s.:
quote:
Originally posted by WildFire532FB:
Craftsman.
The Walmart of tools [Wink]
I agree but Pittsburgh is about the same quality of a craftsman
 
Posted by fam_lace (Member # 8565) on :
 
I get 50-60% of at both matco & snap-on and still can't afford them shits rite now so ill be at harbor freight till I step my money up lol or
 
Posted by norcalfiddy (Member # 11207) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Poisond Pony:
I beat on my tools since I wrench for a living. When I 1st got in the biz, my Craftsmen lasted 2 weeks at best. Now my box is filled with Snap-On, Matco and Mac. You get what you pay for IMO and those 3 companies' tools last alot longer than Craftsmen.
+1 if your planning on keeping tools that will last you a lifetime or use tools for a career, id stick with snap-on, mac, and some matco. yea there expensive now, but you will have them for a damn long time. definently get your moneys worth.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Guess I'm the only one rolling with pittsbug huh, it's alright they haven't broken on me yet.
 
Posted by warhorse58gt (Member # 7702) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by norcalfiddy:
quote:
Originally posted by Poisond Pony:
I beat on my tools since I wrench for a living. When I 1st got in the biz, my Craftsmen lasted 2 weeks at best. Now my box is filled with Snap-On, Matco and Mac. You get what you pay for IMO and those 3 companies' tools last alot longer than Craftsmen.
+1 if your planning on keeping tools that will last you a lifetime or use tools for a career, id stick with snap-on, mac, and some matco. yea there expensive now, but you will have them for a damn long time. definently get your moneys worth.
had most of my craftsmen for over 15 years now.
[patriot] everyone seems to think if you use tools for a living you need snap-on, mac or matco, just isn't true. like i said in the other post. i have snap-on & mac also. just not worth the money to pay 10x the cost for the same wrench when they can be taken back and exchanged for no cost. but when it comes to specialized tools, i always buy snap-on or mac.. craftsmen just don't have everything you need for some cars..
 
Posted by svfreerider87 (Member # 5748) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by warhorse58gt:
mostly craftsmen.. if your going to break a craftsmen, you were going to break a mac or snap on.. [patriot] i have all 3. but why paid 10x the craftsmen price for the same wrench? only craftsmen ratchets i have ever broken was the 1/4 & the 3/8 ones.
having wrenched with all three brand 40+hours a week for a few years (snap on matco and crapsmen) there is no comparison to snapon or matco, even the snap on blue point line is great, broken several crapsmen ratchets plus they have about half the engagement points of snap on, which in tight spaces make a huuuge difference. my .02.
 
Posted by louisiana96 (Member # 9967) on :
 
Ok well just got a brand new craftsman pro in the mail 2 days ago went to tighten my sons handle bar on his scooter and the Damn thing broke wtf....skipped teeth like I've had it for 30 years that's why I started this thread lol...I don't use them for a living...Shit back on the search
 
Posted by 444_C.I.D. (Member # 2956) on :
 
Proto tools. Without question they are the BEST money can by.

Over the past 13 years as an avaiation technician, Ive used all the tools listed above, and Proto stands alone. [patriot]
 
Posted by Secnd2nun64 (Member # 1431) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by louisiana96:
Ok well just got a brand new craftsman pro in the mail 2 days ago went to tighten my sons handle bar on his scooter and the Damn thing broke wtf....skipped teeth like I've had it for 30 years that's why I started this thread lol...I don't use them for a living...Shit back on the search
Go take it to sears. They've taken my broken sockets before. The register area has a box of broken tools. They should exchange no problem. You got some bad luck. I've never had a rachet break on me.
 




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