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expiredTel06c posted Jun 17, 2026 6:41 PM

Craftsman 26.5" 5-Drawer Steel Ball-Bearing Tool Center (45.5" H x 14" D)

$149

$239

37% off
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Ace Hardware has Craftsman 26.5" 5-Drawer Steel Ball-Bearing Tool Center (45.5" H x 14" D) on sale for $149. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits.

Thanks Community Member Tel06c for sharing this deal

Features:
  • Proudly made in the USA with global materials in Sedalia, Missouri
  • Built to use 20 - 24 ga steel construction
  • Full extension oft close drawer slides support 30-lb of product
  • Lock and swivel 300-lb load rating with 3-in x 1-in casters two lock and swivel
  • Safegaurd your tools internal keyed locking system
  • Non-slip open weave top mat protects the surface of the rolling cabinet
  • 10,227 cubic inches of storage
Includes:
  • Tool Chest
  • Rolling Cabinet
  • Top Mat for the Tool Cabinet Surface
  • Set of keys
  • Caster Set

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this Offer:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $139 less (48.26% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $288 at the time of this post.
  • Refer to Ace Hardware Return Policy

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Written by Tel06c
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Deal Details
Community Notes
About the Poster
Ace Hardware has Craftsman 26.5" 5-Drawer Steel Ball-Bearing Tool Center (45.5" H x 14" D) on sale for $149. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits.

Thanks Community Member Tel06c for sharing this deal

Features:
  • Proudly made in the USA with global materials in Sedalia, Missouri
  • Built to use 20 - 24 ga steel construction
  • Full extension oft close drawer slides support 30-lb of product
  • Lock and swivel 300-lb load rating with 3-in x 1-in casters two lock and swivel
  • Safegaurd your tools internal keyed locking system
  • Non-slip open weave top mat protects the surface of the rolling cabinet
  • 10,227 cubic inches of storage
Includes:
  • Tool Chest
  • Rolling Cabinet
  • Top Mat for the Tool Cabinet Surface
  • Set of keys
  • Caster Set

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • About this Offer:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $139 less (48.26% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $288 at the time of this post.
  • Refer to Ace Hardware Return Policy

Original Post

Written by Tel06c

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Top Comments

BoastfulDeer8101
24 Posts
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I have this. For the money, it's a great starter box, but if you plan to grow, there are better options for a little more.
Pros:
-Made in the USA (ish)
-Build quality is DIY-grade, but reasonable.
-Largely assembled
-Pretty much the best storage-to-price ratio you can get
Cons:
-Cost cut version of the already entry-level 1000 series with weak 30lb drawer slides and possibly thinner sheet metal.
-No drawer liners
-Only the top box locks, and requires a bar placed through the front to do so.
-Small footprint with limited expandability vs other options.

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Jun 18, 2026 3:38 AM
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BoastfulDeer8101Jun 18, 2026 3:38 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank BoastfulDeer8101

I have this. For the money, it's a great starter box, but if you plan to grow, there are better options for a little more.
Pros:
-Made in the USA (ish)
-Build quality is DIY-grade, but reasonable.
-Largely assembled
-Pretty much the best storage-to-price ratio you can get
Cons:
-Cost cut version of the already entry-level 1000 series with weak 30lb drawer slides and possibly thinner sheet metal.
-No drawer liners
-Only the top box locks, and requires a bar placed through the front to do so.
-Small footprint with limited expandability vs other options.
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Jun 18, 2026 7:50 AM
55 Comments
Joined Dec 2014
shittybootyJun 18, 2026 7:50 AM
55 Posts
Quote from BoastfulDeer8101 :
I have this. For the money, it's a great starter box, but if you plan to grow, there are better options for a little more.Pros: -Made in the USA (ish)-Build quality is DIY-grade, but reasonable.-Largely assembled-Pretty much the best storage-to-price ratio you can getCons:-Cost cut version of the already entry-level 1000 series with weak 30lb drawer slides and possibly thinner sheet metal.-No drawer liners-Only the top box locks, and requires a bar placed through the front to do so.-Small footprint with limited expandability vs other options.
Can you share some better options that cost a little more? I am trying to get some for the garage
Jun 18, 2026 11:21 AM
75 Comments
Joined May 2016
SulfurousJun 18, 2026 11:21 AM
75 Posts
nice little box for a good price
Jun 18, 2026 11:27 AM
154 Comments
Joined Nov 2020
ElatedCalculator665Jun 18, 2026 11:27 AM
154 Posts
I need this!
Jun 18, 2026 11:28 AM
43 Comments
Joined Nov 2014
cashmeout73Jun 18, 2026 11:28 AM
43 Posts
Really not that bad for today's prices.
Jun 18, 2026 11:33 AM
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nithosJun 18, 2026 11:33 AM
3,602 Posts
Quote from shittybooty :
Can you share some better options that cost a little more? I am trying to get some for the garage
Hard to go wrong with the US General carts at Harbor Freight, especially when you catch them at 20-30% off.The Hart ones at Walmart are actually half way decent. I picked up mine on clearance, don't think I could justify full price.https://www.walmart.com/ip/945366...E8FF037A31
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Jun 18, 2026 11:55 AM
508 Comments
Joined Dec 2003
jpudloJun 18, 2026 11:55 AM
508 Posts
I've had mine for many years and serves well. Steel is a bit thin but perfectly adequate for us weekend warriors. Excellent price to boot!

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Jun 18, 2026 12:44 PM
437 Comments
Joined Apr 2004
ra1nmanJun 18, 2026 12:44 PM
437 Posts
I picked up a variant of this tool chest in 2018 that was rated for 50lbs per shelf. Think I paid around $120 before discounts but for today's prices, this isn't too bad. It's still trucking along other than grit in all the slides and surface rust, still fits most of my needs but too cheap to upgrade.

Was able to dig up the old thread:
https://slickdeals.net/e/11548663-craftsman-home-series-6-drawer-tool-center-105-51-cashback-in-points-104-99?v=1&src=SiteSearch
Last edited by ra1nman June 18, 2026 at 07:25 AM.
Jun 18, 2026 2:19 PM
50 Comments
Joined Dec 2025
GreenPiranha518Jun 18, 2026 2:19 PM
50 Posts
Great price. I've had mine for over 30 years. Still as good as new
Jun 18, 2026 2:24 PM
499 Comments
Joined Jun 2007
mx7Jun 18, 2026 2:24 PM
499 Posts
Very basic. Good deal for a DIYer.
Jun 18, 2026 6:39 PM
875 Comments
Joined Feb 2012
qwiktuneJun 18, 2026 6:39 PM
875 Posts
just a lil baby guy
Jun 19, 2026 6:03 PM
108 Comments
Joined May 2021
VelocityRaptorJun 19, 2026 6:03 PM
108 Posts
Have had this for a few years now. I paid $100 at the time and for that price i'm happy; not sure i'd be happy at 50% more tbh. I say that because i bought it as a starter box until i was ready to commit to a big boy and 150 is a bit more than id want to spend on a temp.
Jun 20, 2026 12:06 PM
226 Comments
Joined Nov 2015
GRJ_MIAJun 20, 2026 12:06 PM
226 Posts
I started with this guy as a new homeowner. Ungraded to the larger 2000 series and for the money they are great boxes.
Although don't expect ICON, US General or even 2000 series craftsman quality but for DIY storage it's a winner. Almost wish I never upgraded- sometimes less is more
Jun 22, 2026 9:46 AM
12 Comments
Joined Feb 2023
ElatedWater5341Jun 22, 2026 9:46 AM
12 Posts
The price is nice. Definitely a good starter toolbox .

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Jun 22, 2026 12:30 PM
85 Comments
Joined Nov 2012
zpriusv5Jun 22, 2026 12:30 PM
85 Posts
I have this in my garage. It's a nice option for the price. Casters on the bottom let me move it around. In the top drawers I fit screwdrivers, wrenches, hammers. In the drawers of the lower cabinet I can fit power tools like a drill and driver, as well as bicycle tools and extra parts.

The very bottom garage cabinet is the one I found least useful organization wise but I keep a can of paint that matches my outside trim, some roller blades, and a butane torch.

It's a handy cart and if you're using for a place you need to often move the tools around this is useful.

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