[Shop-talk] Craftsman deal....

David Scheidt dmscheidt at gmail.com
Tue Jan 20 11:00:11 MST 2009


On Tue, Jan 20, 2009 at 12:01 AM, Bill Gingerich <bill at gingerich.us> wrote:
> If you're happy with them, that's all that matters.  Those that don't like
> Craftsman don't have to buy them.  I've had Craftsman tools for almost 30
> years, and have had virtually zero issues with them.  My 1/2 inch ratchet
> failed a couple of years ago, but the warranty replacement handle works
> fine.  My only complaint is that the ratchets take too much swing to catch
> the next tooth in compact places.  But for the cost, I don't think you can
> go wrong with the set you bought.  You can always buy ratchets you like
> better later on.  The warranty and availability of replacements is
> worthwhile, IMHO.

I just dug a set of craftsmen sockets out of a car that's heading for
crushing.  It's a 76, they've been there the whole time, I think.  The
ratchet handle is junk, it's got about 15 teeth.  The sockets, though,
are nicer than my recent (well, 10 years or so) craftsmen stuff.
Thinner walls, better chrome.

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David Scheidt
dmscheidt at gmail.com


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