> -----Original Message-----
> From: Frank Vantacich [mailto:rustymetal@sbcglobal.net]
> Sent: Monday, August 27, 2007 4:07 PM
> To: John Mitchell; Shop-talk
> Subject: Re: [Shop-talk] Toll boxes
>
> I highly recommend the chests that Tractor Supply Co. sell.
> The "Clarke" brand are very well made, and are as good or
> better than Craftsman but less expensive.
>
> John Mitchell <jmitch@snet.net> wrote: Hi, I'm new to this
> list and I'm seeking recommendations for a new mechanics tool
> box. I have an older Craftsman 23" wide unit with 3 stacking
> pieces and 14 draws. I need more space and cant go any higher
> without personally growing a foot or more. So, I've been
> looking at the craftsman 40-41 inch wide models. It seems the
> new home owner type boxes feel more cheaply made than
> mine(thin metal) and the professional series are very pricey.
> Any advice would be appreciated. John Mitchell
> _______________________________________________
I have had success buying demo/repo/overstock boxes from the
snapon dealer. My most recent box was a KLR722 54" wide by
24" deep. It works for me mostly because I am not picky about
color, model and am not in a hurry. It was spooky how fast it
filled up with tools that "had no home"
Stuart.
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