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https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMA...1001345004
Kit contents:
• (3) Drive Ratchets: 1/4-in., 3/8-in. & 1/2-in.
• (111) Standard and Deep 6-Point and 12-Point Sockets
• (2) 3/8″ Drive Spark Plug Sockets
• (8) Ratchet Accessories
• (14) Combination Wrenches
• (1) Magnetic Nut Driver
• (16) Nut Bits
• (28) Hex Keys
• (33) Specialty Bits
I do not believe I have seen anyone else post this so I thought I would share what I stumbled into this morning.
I can not attest to the quality of this tool set and I have also read that it is not completely compatible with the entire Craftsman Versastack line; something about certain boxes in the lineup can not go on-top of it without modification. Other than that it does have a decent lineup of sockets; not perfect but good.
If you have bought into the Versastack ecosystem already then this is a great opportunity to add another piece to your collection. I am aware (since I have been trying to monitor it) that it was this price back around Black Friday but I don't believe I have seen it hit this price since then, I am not willing to bet even a penny on that statement though
Here is a link to a review (no affiliation to me) that has good pictures of the set
https://homefixated.com/craftsman...et-review/
You may be able to add a 10 off $50 or $20 off $100 coupon with a filler if those are still around. Making the price $89.99 or $80.00 (approx).
Happy shopping!
PS. long time lurker first time poster; thanks everyone for posting a ton of great deals.
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First observations:
-/+ Lighter than I thought it would be
+ All the drawers are completely removable, makes things easier.
+ The 3/8" set is quite nice when you factor in all the sockets in the 1/4".
+ 1/2" socket wrench has nice feel to it even though compared to old school socket wrenches this ones is on the light side.
- The 3/8" to 1/4" socket adapter I took a double take on... almost felt like it was plastic (super light); still not 100% convinced it isn't. None of the other pieces feel like that though.
- - - - Zero organization for the wrenches they basically just have some open space to throw them in; that I was quite disappointed in; I thought for sure there would be some little trick for them. I think they are going to find a new home and i'll put their current home to use with some random sockets and flexible extensions that I have.
Basically the set is just okay if you didn't have anything before and gets bumped up quite a few notches if you are already invested in the Versastack system; which I am. I am actually a Versastack and Tstak person now. The deep drawers from Tstak really add a lot to the Versastack system's versatility, also the Tstak dolly is a nice thing to bring into the mix as well.
Overall I like the mobile tool storage system that all the companies are doing; it is easy to break up into manageable pieces to take to various locations and that was a big reason I picked up this set; it combines well into it the package (obviously). I was tempted to go another route but it does look good together.
Would I go all in on the Versastack and Tstak systems again if I could have a reset.... the answer is more than likely no, it isn't that they are bad but there is other options. I have some mods in mind to make it a little better but if I were starting over I would switch up and go with this company that I found recently (no affiliation) https://www.auer-packaging.com/gb...s-Pro.html or win the lottery and get the high end Snap-on aviation/industrial tool sets
Best of luck with the deal hunting everyone!
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I've seen some concerns about drawers catching on both sets in some reviews. Wondering about the tools in general and what is included in each set. Thanks!
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I've seen some concerns about drawers catching on both sets in some reviews. Wondering about the tools in general and what is included in each set. Thanks!
I compared both - to me the fit and finish of the hardware and the box just didn't compare with the Craftsman. This Craftsman set is not a Sears carryover set - I also found the ratchets to have a new serviceable style than the first Lowe's version and the fact that I have an Ace about 5 blocks from my house made it easy to pick if I had to do a warranty exchange in a pinch.
Worked on the lowesforpros.com site, i just made an account with a bogus company name, applied coupon, added a filler, $85 shipped
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Worked on the lowesforpros.com site, i just made an account with a bogus company name, applied coupon, added a filler, $85 shipped
Which coupon works on lowesfor pros?
The case is a piece of crap imo. Ergonomically from just a standalone case perspective, its not great at all. The drawers do not come out smooth and make an irritable screeching sound no matter how you finesse it. Certain pieces from either the drawer you pull out or the neighboring drawers, mostly the 3/8 and 1/4, are prone to shifting and make opening/closing more cumbersome since you have to set them back in place. I am not invested in the VERSASTACK system and don't expect to be in the future.
For <$100 and a 200+ piece count you can't beat it for the name brand you get. I was eying the 121 gunmetal set with 120 tooth ratchets that comes in the blow molded plastic case because everything had a set place and "locked" in (e.g. the wrenches don't just sit loosely like in this one) but decided on this one because of the piece count. If you're looking for your first set this is pretty solid but the ergonomics of the case/storage can be a deal breaker for certain people.
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