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Craftsman 1000 Series 26.5" 5-Drawer Ball-Bearing Tool Chest/Rolling Cabinet

or less w/ SD CB + Free Delivery (Select Areas)

$100

$180

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Ace Hardware has Craftsman 1000 Series 26.5" 5-Drawer Ball-Bearing Tool Chest & Rolling Cabinet (CMST22653BK) on sale for $99.99. To earn 2.5% in Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Free Home Delivery is available for Rewards Members (free to join) at participating stores, otherwise select free curbside pickup where stock permits.

Note: Must be logged in to your Ace Rewards Members account (free to join) to receive extra savings. Availability for free Curbside Pickup may vary by location. Availability for free Home Delivery may vary by location.

Thanks to community member capgemini for finding this deal.

Deal Instructions:
  1. Create or log into your Ace Rewards Members account (free to join)
  2. Go to Craftsman 1000 Series Tool Chest & Rolling Cabinet
  3. Add to cart
  4. Proceed to checkout
  5. Your total will be $99.99 + Free Home Delivery is available for Rewards Members (free to join) at participating stores, otherwise select free curbside pickup where stock permits

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Price research indicates this is $79.01 lower (~44% Savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting at $179 at the time of this posting.
    • Price matches previous Front Page deal that earned 132+ thumbs up
  • About this product:
    • Rated 4.5/5 (187 total reviews)
  • About this store:
    • Delivery distance varies by store. Your delivery location must be within your local store's delivery area - - you can check this on the product page or in cart by typing in your delivery address.
    • You may return most items within 30 days from the original purchase date as long as the item is unused, in like-new condition, and in the original packaging.
    • Ace Hardware return policy here

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Written by capgemini
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Ace Hardware has Craftsman 1000 Series 26.5" 5-Drawer Ball-Bearing Tool Chest & Rolling Cabinet (CMST22653BK) on sale for $99.99. To earn 2.5% in Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Free Home Delivery is available for Rewards Members (free to join) at participating stores, otherwise select free curbside pickup where stock permits.

Note: Must be logged in to your Ace Rewards Members account (free to join) to receive extra savings. Availability for free Curbside Pickup may vary by location. Availability for free Home Delivery may vary by location.

Thanks to community member capgemini for finding this deal.

Deal Instructions:
  1. Create or log into your Ace Rewards Members account (free to join)
  2. Go to Craftsman 1000 Series Tool Chest & Rolling Cabinet
  3. Add to cart
  4. Proceed to checkout
  5. Your total will be $99.99 + Free Home Delivery is available for Rewards Members (free to join) at participating stores, otherwise select free curbside pickup where stock permits

Editor's Notes

Written by SubZero5 | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Price research indicates this is $79.01 lower (~44% Savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting at $179 at the time of this posting.
    • Price matches previous Front Page deal that earned 132+ thumbs up
  • About this product:
    • Rated 4.5/5 (187 total reviews)
  • About this store:
    • Delivery distance varies by store. Your delivery location must be within your local store's delivery area - - you can check this on the product page or in cart by typing in your delivery address.
    • You may return most items within 30 days from the original purchase date as long as the item is unused, in like-new condition, and in the original packaging.
    • Ace Hardware return policy here

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BlueChicken884
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If you are looking for a sub $100 tool cart to get some tools off the floor, the Walmart hyper tough 5 drawer is on sale as well for $98 Down from 199. It is a junker but I like the 2 swinging bottom doors instead of the craftsman 1 flip up door.
And the middle riser area fits a few more bulky items. I'm sure you know any carts in the 100 range are nothing very good. Just a organizer to put in a dark corner
Texfinn
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I had the gray 80 year Special Edition until last year. Bought it on Black Friday 2007 for $99, actually, thanks to SD. Pretty much the same as this one (top and bottom in the pic). Save for the chest in the middle and the Cornwell side box I got some years ago when starting to run out of room.

Worked fine. Never had any issues. A bit flimsier metal than the more expensive ones, but still did its job. Until I ran completely out of space, of course, and went kind of crazy with the garage/tool storage stuff.
Acesmcnugget
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Bought this last month when it was on sale for the same price. I'm happy with it, but be warned it is not going to look pristine. Mine came out of the box with weld dimples all over it, other than that it actually looked great. But the very first time I put a box down on top of it it got some big swirly scratches all over the top. Nothing major but definitely left a sour taste in my mouth so shortly after buying it. Almost returned it but between the effort to bring it home and put it together and the likelihood that it would happen exactly the same way if I exchanged it for a new one I just decided to keep it. If you're looking for a no frills toolbox to get started with this is a great choice, just be aware of what you're spending and what you're getting!

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rueburger
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Anyone have any experience with this? Seems like a nice deal for some secondary tool storage but I know modern craftsman can be a bit shit. Thanks for posting either way.
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Texfinn
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Quote from rueburger :
Anyone have any experience with this? Seems like a nice deal for some secondary tool storage but I know modern craftsman can be a bit shit. Thanks for posting either way.
I had the gray 80 year Special Edition until last year. Bought it on Black Friday 2007 for $99, actually, thanks to SD. Big Grin Pretty much the same as this one (top and bottom in the pic). Save for the chest in the middle and the Cornwell side box I got some years ago when starting to run out of room.

Worked fine. Never had any issues. A bit flimsier metal than the more expensive ones, but still did its job. Until I ran completely out of space, of course, and went kind of crazy with the garage/tool storage stuff. LMAO
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If you are looking for a sub $100 tool cart to get some tools off the floor, the Walmart hyper tough 5 drawer is on sale as well for $98 Down from 199. It is a junker but I like the 2 swinging bottom doors instead of the craftsman 1 flip up door.
And the middle riser area fits a few more bulky items. I'm sure you know any carts in the 100 range are nothing very good. Just a organizer to put in a dark corner
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rueburger
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Quote from Texfinn :
I had the gray 80 year Special Edition until last year. Bought it on Black Friday 2007 for $99, actually, thanks to SD. Big Grin Pretty much the same as this one (top and bottom in the pic). Save for the chest in the middle and the Cornwell side box I got some years ago when starting to run out of room.

Worked fine. Never had any issues. A bit flimsier metal than the more expensive ones, but still did its job. Until I ran completely out of space, of course, and went kind of crazy with the garage/tool storage stuff. LMAO
Haha right on, think I'm currently entering that phase. Very much appreciate the input.

Quote from BlueChicken884 :
If you are looking for a sub $100 tool cart to get some tools off the floor, the Walmart hyper tough 5 drawer is on sale as well for $98 Down from 199. It is a junker but I like the 2 swinging bottom doors instead of the craftsman 1 flip up door.
And the middle riser area fits a few more bulky items. I'm sure you know any carts in the 100 range are nothing very good. Just a organizer to put in a dark corner
Oh nice, also had my eye on that guy. Saw a few in stock locally. Right there with you about the quality. As you said, just to get em off the damn floor. Thanks for the heads up.
Last edited by rueburger June 1, 2021 at 12:30 PM.
Jun 1, 2021
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windwalker
Jun 1, 2021
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I have some Crfatsman 2000 series pieces, that are pretty decent.
This is their 1000 series which is pretty thin/flimsy
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Marlin1975
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Quote from rueburger :
Anyone have any experience with this? Seems like a nice deal for some secondary tool storage but I know modern craftsman can be a bit shit. Thanks for posting either way.


These are ok basic tool chest. Don't add too much weight or expect much from it.

I have one like this for sand paper, bulbs, electrical connectors, etc... I have a larger/thicker metal chest for my hand tools.
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SudipRehana
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Waste of energy and money- at least get the HF cart- they are way good for staorage
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SudipRehana
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Quote from BlueChicken884 :
If you are looking for a sub $100 tool cart to get some tools off the floor, the Walmart hyper tough 5 drawer is on sale as well for $98 Down from 199. It is a junker but I like the 2 swinging bottom doors instead of the craftsman 1 flip up door.
And the middle riser area fits a few more bulky items. I'm sure you know any carts in the 100 range are nothing very good. Just a organizer to put in a dark corner
You meant the HT kids tool storage
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razor7
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EDIT: I think the earlier comments answered my question Smilie. HFT it is.


Just taking metal thickness/quality and drawer butteriness into account, i remember the Harbor Freight one being a better choice for $129 (when on sale)…any one strongly disagree?

Disclaimer: I'm solely basing this off of tool drawers I've opened and closed at the respective stores for not more than 5 seconds on a couple different occasions. I need something but don't know what I should buy as a first quality drawer.

This is the one I'm taking about btw (I know it's less storage but at the moment I'm just looking to get my first one for my tiny diyer collection of tools) I don't mind spending an extra $30-$50 to get something I'll enjoy using.
https://www.harborfreight.com/too...56391.html
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capgemini
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Between the hyper tough and this one; which one is a better quality? Would it make sense to just buy a non-rolling tool chest if the budget is your constraint and less space and rolling is not?
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Bought this last month when it was on sale for the same price. I'm happy with it, but be warned it is not going to look pristine. Mine came out of the box with weld dimples all over it, other than that it actually looked great. But the very first time I put a box down on top of it it got some big swirly scratches all over the top. Nothing major but definitely left a sour taste in my mouth so shortly after buying it. Almost returned it but between the effort to bring it home and put it together and the likelihood that it would happen exactly the same way if I exchanged it for a new one I just decided to keep it. If you're looking for a no frills toolbox to get started with this is a great choice, just be aware of what you're spending and what you're getting!
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sphegdave
Jun 1, 2021
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Quote from SudipRehana :
You meant the HT kids tool storage
Haha, I thought it was a toy when I first saw it too. Not sure why, maybe those bottom doors handles?
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tracebustayo
Jun 1, 2021
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I bought this a month ago when it was going for $120, and at under $100, it's a great value. The size is decent. If you're comparing these to those on Amazon, look carefully, the Amazon ones are tiny and cost as much or more than this. Craftmanship is ok. It could be a bit better honestly, but considering the options out there at this pricing point, I doubt you'll get anything better. If you want something heavy duty, invest in something above $200. But this is a great starter kit. I too had a small dent in it on the bottom, but whatevers...it seems inevitable when you ship these kind of things. Go pickup if possible.
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Kevington82
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Fell stupid asking this but didn't see it on the product page...

When you turn the key, does everything lock? I have little on a I need to keep out of my tools...

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buddahbless
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Quote from rueburger :
Anyone have any experience with this? Seems like a nice deal for some secondary tool storage but I know modern craftsman can be a bit shit. Thanks for posting either way.
I have this exact tool chest and honestly it is a decent tool chest for "light" duty and small hand tools. It works well for the basic tools I need when doing light repairs on one of my vehicles I can roll it out to the driveway with little fuss. However, yes the material is very thin, so avoid putting any kind of heavy or power tools in or on it.
This is consider a good deal, not a great slick deal. The slick deal was years ago when this exact chest used to be sold at Sears for $150, and a number of times you could receive it free after all the shop your way points, or like myself I purchased it on sale for a $100 and got an instant $50 back in shop your way points. Those were the good days!
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