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Harbor Freight has come a long way.For sure.
Some of you might remember that I was a marine mechanic for over 20 years until I hurt back in early 2017.
At that time, I had probably 80-90k worth of Snap-On, MAC, and MatCo tools. So I know exactly what good tools are.
After my injury I sold all of my tools to keep my household afloat without dipping into our savings. (That hurt. Lol)
Fast-forward 6 years, and I have been slowly rebuilding my tool collection with stuff from HF, TEKTON, GearWrench, and a few Amazon offerings.
The ICON line at HF has really impressed me, as have some Pittsburgh hand tools. And their US General tool box line is WAY better than any big box store models IMO.
I have also bought a couple of Bauer power tools. (1/2" hammer drill and jigsaw). For homeowner use, they can't be beat for the price.
You're right, Ric. HF has come a VERY long way.
With your use of the big brands that’s saying a lot.
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I have yet to buy a Hercules tool, but many, many tool guys I trust on YT and other forums rave about them.
Not to start any kind of war here, but I believe that FLEX has become like Snap-On. Just adding to their prices based on their names.
$550 for a polisher? Come on, dude. You can buy a gasoline-powered Honda or Toro push-mower for that price.
Snap-on? I just read their latest flyer. A 14-piece 3/8"-drive Torx socket set is $425. (Not a typo).
10-piece Flank Drive wrench set (10mm-19mm) $735. (Again, not a typo.)
Both companies are top-notch, but are starting to price themselves out of business (sales).
I know that Snap On used to use USA manufacturers for a lot of their products. I think they are getting some stuff from China and Taiwan now.
I think it depends on how often you use a tool. For an average homeowner who uses something a couple times a month the tool truck stuff is a waste of money. Take Dewalt vs Hercules, the real savings is in the battery cost. I have some older Bauer stuff and it was OK. The brushless Hercules is a step up. I think the Hercules is more closely comparable to Ridgid.
Went into my local HF today. Not in stock, so I'm ordering one and will pick it up at the store! Review will be coming...sometime.
Interestingly no one posted a photo or a link for this product ..!
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Now you know that is against the rules...........
Someone mentioned earlier that moderators are not present here any longer ..
WoopsNow you know that is against the rules...........