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Re: Tool questions

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Subject: Re: Tool questions
From: james.a.babcock@adn.alcatel.com (James Babcock)
Date: Thu, 23 Oct 1997 15:26:17 -0400 (EDT)
Craftsman gets my vote for sockets.  I've never broken one, and they
offer some very nice portable sets with blow molded cases.  I always
know if I've misplaced a socket now.

I received a set of 5 Snap-On screwdrivers for Christmas last year.
I'm *very* impressed with their durability.  The business end is
sandblasted or roughed up in some manner.  They hold screws great,
and they show no signs of wear.  I did get several blisters recently
when putting together a wooden storage shed in my backyard.  I got
so disgusted that I bought a purpose made corded electric DeWalt
screw gun.  WOW!  It drives 3" screws to the hilt into solid stud
lumber without pilot holes.  I think my arm would have broken if
I didn't have this tool.  Now my wife wants new kitchen cabinets.
My wallet hurts already!

Jim
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