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Home Depot has 270-Piece Husky Mechanics Tool Set (H270MTSQ223) on sale for $99. Shipping is free or select store pickup where available.

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Features:
  • Set includes 1/4 in., 3/8 in., and 1/2 in. 72-tooth ratchets, (50) 1/4 in. drive sockets, (29) 3/8 in. drive sockets, (28) bit sockets, (10) 1/2 in. drive sockets, 3 drive extensions, 8 combination wrenches and more
  • Storage case included with trays marked by drive size
  • Quick-release button allows sockets and drive tools to be easily removed from the ratchet
  • Integrated handles and tool tray on top
  • Trays marked with sizes to keep your tools organized
  • Tool trays fit into most tool box drawers
  • Sockets and wrenches are designed with off-corner loading to help prevent rounding of fasteners
  • Wrenches feature a 12-point box-end design and 15° offset to increase clearance
  • Bit sockets attach to a 1/4 in. or 3/8 in. drive tool to provide a longer handle and more leverage than standard hex keys or screwdrivers
  • 72-tooth ratchets need only a 5° arc swing to turn fasteners
  • Large, hard-stamped size markings allow for easy readability
  • Hex keys, screwdriver and nut driver bits are formed from heat-treated S2 tool steel for added strength and wear protection
  • Chrome finish provides corrosion resistance and added durability
  • Backed by a lifetime warranty. if your Husky product ever fails, bring it back and we will replace it for free Click here for details.
  • Fully polished chrome finish easily wipes clean of oil and dirt
  • Sockets and wrenches feature chamfered lead-ins that help to provide fast and easy placement onto drive tools and fasteners
  • Tools are forged from chromium-alloy steel for outstanding durability and strength

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Home Depot [homedepot.com] has 270-Piece Husky Mechanics Tool Set on sale for $99. Shipping is free.


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Comparison of all the various popular tool sets that go on sale from time to time:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/zzkh62u...rison.xlsx

The main thing to know about this particular set is that a lot of the 1/2" drive sockets are 12pt which grip fasteners at the corners rather than 6pt which grip on the flats. 12pts can be more convenient, but if you're dealing with an already damaged or rounded bolt head or you want to prevent that from happening to a good bolt head that needs a lot of torque (which is far more common on bolts that would require 1/2" drive size sockets), the 6pt is the better option.

The 290-piece Husky upgraded version of this set which is around $149 when on sale uses 6 pts, but my personal preference is the HF 301pc set due to overall better piece selection ($179 with coupon).

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Texfinn
06-13-2023 at 07:34 AM.
06-13-2023 at 07:34 AM.
Quote from Rebound :
I spend more than this for a decent torque wrench.
Me, too. What's your point?

For those considering buying this, just get a proper toolbox and place the stuff in there. The plastic cases these kind of sets come in are usually pretty much worthless.
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06-13-2023 at 07:42 AM.
06-13-2023 at 07:42 AM.
This or wait for 192 dewalt for $50 more?
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06-13-2023 at 08:17 AM.
06-13-2023 at 08:17 AM.
Quote from Texfinn :
Me, too. What's your point?

For those considering buying this, just get a proper toolbox and place the stuff in there. The plastic cases these kind of sets come in are usually pretty much worthless.
My point is, it's cheap. Too cheap.

I don't think this set is a good idea, because a good quality socket set can last your entire lifetime. Why buy something you'll replace, and deal with the hassle of rounding these tools off and having ratchet mechanisms what don't work smoothly and well?

Harbor Freight has three levels - Pittsburgh (cheap), Qunn (moderate) and Icon (Professional).

They have a Quinn toolset that often goes on sale. That would be a much better set. Or a Milwaukee set maybe. But these $99 stamped wrenches are terrible and you wind up spending more money.
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06-13-2023 at 08:17 AM.
06-13-2023 at 08:17 AM.
I don't see an itemized list, but it looks like the count is a LOT of screwdriver bits. Oh well, probably pass on this one. Good for the house to keep in the coat closet though.
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06-13-2023 at 09:07 AM.
06-13-2023 at 09:07 AM.
Quote from Rebound :
My point is, it's cheap. Too cheap.

I don't think this set is a good idea, because a good quality socket set can last your entire lifetime. Why buy something you'll replace, and deal with the hassle of rounding these tools off and having ratchet mechanisms what don't work smoothly and well?

Harbor Freight has three levels - Pittsburgh (cheap), Qunn (moderate) and Icon (Professional).

They have a Quinn toolset that often goes on sale. That would be a much better set. Or a Milwaukee set maybe. But these $99 stamped wrenches are terrible and you wind up spending more money.
For 95% of the occasional shadetree mechanics buying this set it will be quite adequate. But I digress.
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06-13-2023 at 01:24 PM.
06-13-2023 at 01:24 PM.
Quote from LeasedJet :
Comparison of all the various popular tool sets that go on sale from time to time:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/zzkh62u...rison.xlsx

The main thing to know about this particular set is that a lot of the 1/2" drive sockets are 12pt which grip fasteners at the corners rather than 6pt which grip on the flats. 12pts can be more convenient, but if you're dealing with an already damaged or rounded bolt head or you want to prevent that from happening to a good bolt head that needs a lot of torque (which is far more common on bolts that would require 1/2" drive size sockets), the 6pt is the better option.

The 290-piece Husky upgraded version of this set which is around $149 when on sale uses 6 pts, but my personal preference is the HF 301pc set due to overall better piece selection ($179 with coupon).
Thank you, this is amazing and must have taken a ton of work!

Whats the verdict, which one is best?
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06-13-2023 at 01:35 PM.
06-13-2023 at 01:35 PM.
I remember a few years back they had a similar deal but it's a metal case and was $50. Wish I order 2.
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06-13-2023 at 02:59 PM.
06-13-2023 at 02:59 PM.
Quote from AquaWealth3958 :
I remember a few years back they had a similar deal but it's a metal case and was $50. Wish I order 2.
I 'member when Whey Isolate was 11lbs/$60 and gas was $1.99. Wish I order warehouse.
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drsnowmon
06-13-2023 at 04:09 PM.
06-13-2023 at 04:09 PM.
I have this set and it's one of those spare sets you keep at home, I never reach for it unless I have to. The quality of this Husky set is worse than the HART tools set found in Walmart. There are too many 12-pt sockets and way too many useless bits and Allen keys
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06-13-2023 at 06:58 PM.
06-13-2023 at 06:58 PM.
Quote from Bjam2727 :
Thank you, this is amazing and must have taken a ton of work!

Whats the verdict, which one is best?
I've owned the HF 301 for several years and I still feel it's the best bang for the buck. If it weren't on the market the Husky 290 is the next best value for the money when it's on sale for $150 and then I'd spend another $50 adding everything I feel it's missing that the HF 301 already includes.
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06-14-2023 at 07:28 AM.
06-14-2023 at 07:28 AM.
Price is $89.10 in my area. Search area code 32904.

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06-15-2023 at 09:26 PM.
06-15-2023 at 09:26 PM.
Quote from TealCable6389 :
I've had mine for at least 5 years. I got it for $99 when it went on sale. I've seen that price point atleast 3 times a year. The biggest complaint I have with this is the drawers don't lock and the sockets/pieces don't stay/lock to the tray. This thing is heavy and if you try to move it in the wrong orientation the drawers will slide out and the pieces will scatter. Personally I'd spend more and get a better one so I can move it around easily. If you think this will be stationary then I think it's worth getting it. I haven't seen the price go lower than $99 in all these years.

I just bought this set last time it was this set. The drawers lock in when you close everything and they stay close when I lug the case around. The top of the case is sectioned and super nice to layout the stuff I am using. Quality seems good for the two months or so that I've used it. Honestly impressed for my first tool set.
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06-17-2023 at 07:45 AM.
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I spend more than this for a decent torque wrench.

You overpaid
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Quote from LeasedJet :
Comparison of all the various popular tool sets that go on sale from time to time:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/zzkh62u...rison.xlsx

The main thing to know about this particular set is that a lot of the 1/2" drive sockets are 12pt which grip fasteners at the corners rather than 6pt which grip on the flats. 12pts can be more convenient, but if you're dealing with an already damaged or rounded bolt head or you want to prevent that from happening to a good bolt head that needs a lot of torque (which is far more common on bolts that would require 1/2" drive size sockets), the 6pt is the better option.

The 290-piece Husky upgraded version of this set which is around $149 when on sale uses 6 pts, but my personal preference is the HF 301pc set due to overall better piece selection ($179 with coupon).

In all of the nuts that I've rounded over the years I would have to say that the tolerances of the nuts and sockets are more to blame than weather or not it was a 6 pt or a 12 pt socket. Check your equipment with a caliper sometime, you'll be surprised. The major advantage of the 12 over a 6 anymore is being able to grab the occasional square nut you find on older things. The advantage I used to hear was that it allowed you to grab a nut at more angles, which is still true with combination wrenches but now that ratchets have so many "teeth" 12 pt has no advantage in this regard.
In short, if your sockets are true to size, and so are the nuts, 12, vs 6 doesn't seem to matter; at least in my experience.
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06-17-2023 at 09:30 PM.
06-17-2023 at 09:30 PM.
This set is always $100. Not sure anyone ever paid the suggested $199 sticker price. This is great for the home mechanic and has everything I needed so far. Only issue so far one day I left it out in the rain for close to an hour and some of bits started to get that brown corrosion color. I had to take everything out and dry them off with a towel. Next day I can see the corrosion on a few more bits. If you can get them from getting wet for long. This great. I did not try to take back the bits affected to Home Depot. I was told by the sales person it is a lifetime warranty. Not sure this type of negligence on my part would have them fulfill the warranty trade.
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