297-Piece Kobalt Standard Mechanics Tool Set w/ Hard Case (SAE/Metric)

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07/27/25	Lowe's	$99 Frontpage	12
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tigerflier

Oct 13, 2025 2:29 PM

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tigerflierOct 13, 2025 2:29 PM

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None of these lowe's links work on my phone. All the others do, but for some reason
Lowe's does not.

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Dr_Derogatory

Oct 13, 2025 2:33 PM

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Dr_DerogatoryOct 13, 2025 2:33 PM

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There is plenty of value here at the price, but be cautious with the case design. Lots of people complain about the trays of sockets being very easy to fall out. I have a lot of Kobalt tools (mostly the 24v max line) and I think they offer good performance for the price, but I went a different direction for my mechanics set because of the tray design and the problems I've read about it. If you have time, I'm pretty sure Project Farm has a video that includes this set (or one very similar) and it fared pretty poorly.

Still, thumbs up for value, and I think if you're just leaving your tool set stationary and not moving it around, you'll never have an issue with the trays.

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Dr_Derogatory

Oct 13, 2025 2:35 PM

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Dr_DerogatoryOct 13, 2025 2:35 PM

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Quote from tigerflier

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None of these lowe's links work on my phone. All the others do, but for some reason
Lowe's does not.

Make sure your app is up to date. I used to have this issue regularly. What I had to do before whatever the most recent update was to open the Lowe's app first and then click the link. I am on the Android app for what it's worth. If you're having an issue with the iOS app I don't have any advice. Having the app open first did solve my issue for Android, though.

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lane_meyer

Oct 13, 2025 2:55 PM

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lane_meyerOct 13, 2025 2:55 PM

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Is this a better deal than the HD husky that goes for $99 alot... and shows currently clearance $125 https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky.../312945780

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MagentaEducation252

Oct 13, 2025 2:56 PM

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MagentaEducation252Oct 13, 2025 2:56 PM

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Quote from tigerflier

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None of these lowe's links work on my phone. All the others do, but for some reason
Lowe's does not.

You can set safari to always request desktop mode

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SmoothMonkeyParts

Oct 13, 2025 4:12 PM

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SmoothMonkeyPartsOct 13, 2025 4:12 PM

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Quote from Dr_Derogatory

:

There is plenty of value here at the price, but be cautious with the case design. Lots of people complain about the trays of sockets being very easy to fall out. I have a lot of Kobalt tools (mostly the 24v max line) and I think they offer good performance for the price, but I went a different direction for my mechanics set because of the tray design and the problems I've read about it. If you have time, I'm pretty sure Project Farm has a video that includes this set (or one very similar) and it fared pretty poorly.

Still, thumbs up for value, and I think if you're just leaving your tool set stationary and not moving it around, you'll never have an issue with the trays.

Since you brought it up, is it just me, or is Lowe's plummeting in customer service and value? I ordered some fence panels over the summer that were delivered about 8 hours late and the driver was apparently in a hurry due to another driver not showing up and he grabbed the panels wrong with the forks and broke several of the slats. Customer service wanted me to bring them back to the store? I told the lady if I had a truck to bring them back up there, I wouldn't need them delivered in the first place and I just needed to replace the broken slats. She said that wasn't possible and offered a $10 discount on my next purchase. I left feedback on the stellar customer service and there was a cornucopia of complaints about delivery issues that customer service just essentially solved with giving the number one finger to the customer. They used to be my goto hardware store as they're more convenient to our home but I've found myself going to Home Depot more lately as I don't get hit by vendors soliciting sales as soon as I walk in the door at HD. I didn't know if it was just a local thing or if others are having the same problem.

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SmoothMonkeyParts

Oct 13, 2025 4:16 PM

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SmoothMonkeyPartsOct 13, 2025 4:16 PM

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Quote from Dr_Derogatory

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Make sure your app is up to date. I used to have this issue regularly. What I had to do before whatever the most recent update was to open the Lowe's app first and then click the link. I am on the Android app for what it's worth. If you're having an issue with the iOS app I don't have any advice. Having the app open first did solve my issue for Android, though.

I'm on iOS and I think it's the same solution. The iOS app sucks though. The website completely outperforms the app

SmoothMonkeyParts

Oct 13, 2025 4:23 PM

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SmoothMonkeyPartsOct 13, 2025 4:23 PM

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Quote from lane_meyer

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Is this a better deal than the HD husky that goes for $99 alot... and shows currently clearance $125 https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky.../312945780

I've personally had better luck with Husky but it's been a while since I've purchased actual Kobalt mechanical tools. I've had good luck with Kobalt gardening tools however. I guess most of it is made in China anymore and they likely just stick whatever brand it is for the day on whatever product so it's hit or miss, but there's nothing worse than putting some muscle behind a ratchet and it just flat out giving out and driving your knuckles into the sharpest object in the immediate vicinity.

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richpoor47

Oct 13, 2025 4:57 PM

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richpoor47Oct 13, 2025 4:57 PM

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I got this 3 weeks ago since it's not a flip over like my harbor freight set that I've had 3 years. I don't think it's worth it, the rachet doesn't work after several uses, the deep sockets aren't truly deep sockets and more than half the set are just bits repeated over and over... Buy a harbor freight or craftsman if on a budget, plus I've read up they don't bother on replacing tools for you if a set is out..

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richpoor47

Oct 13, 2025 5:01 PM

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richpoor47Oct 13, 2025 5:01 PM

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Got this 3 weeks ago and rachet gave out on the first 10 minutes of use... Don't get this. I'll be sticking with my harbor freight which I've had for 3 years. Only got this because it was compact and doesn't open up in half like the HF set but the quality of the tools and bits is questionable.

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TalentedField9734

Oct 13, 2025 5:31 PM

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TalentedField9734Oct 13, 2025 5:31 PM

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Anyone remember getting this for $35 several years ago due to a pricing error?

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Hamburgerler71

Oct 14, 2025 1:35 AM

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Hamburgerler71Oct 14, 2025 1:35 AM

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This is only a 158 piece tool set. There are 139 bits/hex keys

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Dennis885

Pro

Oct 14, 2025 4:08 AM

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Dennis885

Pro

Oct 14, 2025 4:08 AM

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Will there be better deals around Black Friday or is this about as low as these go?

I don't mind waiting, I have most of these tools already, just in a much less organized manner.

Jamister989

Oct 14, 2025 4:16 AM

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Jamister989Oct 14, 2025 4:16 AM

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Quote from Dr_Derogatory

:

There is plenty of value here at the price, but be cautious with the case design. Lots of people complain about the trays of sockets being very easy to fall out. I have a lot of Kobalt tools (mostly the 24v max line) and I think they offer good performance for the price, but I went a different direction for my mechanics set because of the tray design and the problems I've read about it. If you have time, I'm pretty sure Project Farm has a video that includes this set (or one very similar) and it fared pretty poorly.

Still, thumbs up for value, and I think if you're just leaving your tool set stationary and not moving it around, you'll never have an issue with the trays.

I have a similar set with the same exact case. I ended up having to buy a tool chest and put the plastic drawers from this set in the tool chest. This blow mold case from Kobalt is useless, drawers sit on top of each other, constantly get stuck on each other. I've hit a road bump where one of the bits pops up and gets stuck and had to pull all the drawers out at the same time to get it un-stuck.

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Jamister989

Oct 14, 2025 4:16 AM

124 Comments

Joined Sep 2006

Jamister989Oct 14, 2025 4:16 AM

124 Posts

Quote from Dr_Derogatory

:

Make sure your app is up to date. I used to have this issue regularly. What I had to do before whatever the most recent update was to open the Lowe's app first and then click the link. I am on the Android app for what it's worth. If you're having an issue with the iOS app I don't have any advice. Having the app open first did solve my issue for Android, though.

I have a similar set with the same exact case. I ended up having to buy a tool chest and put the plastic drawers from this set in the tool chest. This blow mold case from Kobalt is useless, drawers sit on top of each other, constantly get stuck on each other. I've hit a road bump where one of the bits pops up and gets stuck and had to pull all the drawers out at the same time to get it un-stuck.

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Product Description:	Kobalt's 297-piece mechanic's tool set features a wide assortment of tools housed in a two-drawer blow-molded case. Reinforced joints help the case withstand the rigors of day-to-day use. Larger drawer detents have been added to ensure the drawers stay closed during transportation. Metal clasps secure the case top and a rubber inlay has been added to the top handle for improved grip in wet conditions. The inside of the lid and both drawers feature individual compartments that securely hold all of the tools in a specific place. Every compartment has a stamped size callout that indicates what tool belongs there, helping keep things highly organized. As a skilled, do-it-all type of person, we wanted to provide you with high-quality tools to help you conquer a number of jobs. Whether you’re working on the go, in the garage or at home, you’ll truly be able to do it all. Kobalt 297 -Piece Standard (SAE) and Metric Mechanics Tool Set with Hard Case \| 53414
Product SKU:	5015031681_5015031681
UPC:	99198534145

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