Where to buy good semi-cheap ratchet socket set in USA?

[Fastfwd75]

I bought a socket set at Sears Canada a couple decades ago. It served me well but now the case plastic hinges have come apart and parts are not secure within the case.

Prices are generally better in the USA but I am not sure what is the best place to get something similar that will have a compact and durable case and not too expensive.

I need:
Metric + Imperial ratchet and socket 3/8" and 3/4" selections
Screwdriver and bits would be a plus
Most of all I want it to come well organized in a case that will last and be easy to transport.

[colliehauler]

n7bsn wrote:

gcloss wrote:
Stick with a good brand such as Sears Craftsman tools. Harbor Freight is pure junk made in the Far East. A real waste of money.

Remember you get what you pay for ....

haven't bought any Craftsman since K-Mart bought them have you?

Yes, I just bought a set of Craftsman tools for the RV at Ace Hardware on sale.

[n7bsn]

gcloss wrote:
Stick with a good brand such as Sears Craftsman tools. Harbor Freight is pure junk made in the Far East. A real waste of money.

Remember you get what you pay for ....

haven't bought any Craftsman since K-Mart bought them have you?

[CavemanCharlie]

I hate to say it but, a lot of Craftsman Tool production has now been moved over to China and it's quality has fallen dramatically. If you have a good older set of tools that serves your needs and the only problem is the box you will be better off to just find a new box. You have to pay good money now to find good quality tools.

Spend a lot of money on new tools or, get a new box, and keep the good tools you already have.

[robatthelake]

I have the Metal Strips for the larger sizes and ZIP Loc Bags for all the rest!

The Original Snap in place Kit Looked really Nice But Three Drawers can easily fit in One Drawer !

[rollingslow]

sears has some nice sets some in cases just rite for ur rv

[YamaDooed]

My normal go to for goodies...
Goodies

[Trackrig]

Two cheap alternatives are to use a Tupperware container or Sears sell small canvas tool bags for about $10. That's a lot cheaper than buying a new set up tools just for the case.

When Sears has tool set on sale, I've bought them because that's the cheapest way to buy replacement parts sometimes - then I throw the plastic case away because it takes up too much room.

Bill

[snapper388]

try some hinges for an ice cooler replacement hinges can be purchased ay most sporting goods stores.

[John___Angela]

Check out the mastercraft sets at Canadian tire and then wait till they go on sale. Good quality and good price but only if you get them on sale.

[obgraham]

Remember you get what you pay for ....

Exactly. And for tools you don't use often, such as special shaped wrenches, HF stuff is fine.
Now OP says he wants high quality and is prepared to pay for it. That's not the niche filled by HF. Craftsmen for him.

[gcloss]

Stick with a good brand such as Sears Craftsman tools. Harbor Freight is pure junk made in the Far East. A real waste of money.

Remember you get what you pay for ....

[darsben]

Remember that KMART has Craftsman sometimes less expensively than Sears

[coolbreeze01]

The Snap-On truck will have it if the others don't.

[Fastfwd75]

Those are in my price range and look durable enough. Thanks for the shop recommendations I will probably buy from whichever I come across first.

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-289pc-mechanics-tool-set-w-3-drawer/p-00933158000P?prdNo=21&blockNo=21&blockType=G21

http://www.harborfreight.com/professional-301-piece-mechanics-tool-kit-45951.html

[Fastfwd75]

beemerphile1 wrote:
If they are Craftsman tools, aren't they lifetime guarantee? Just buy a tool box and get free replacements of any worn tools.

The tools are fine but all the sockets were held in place only when the case closed tight. I could buy a few socket organizers and a tool chest but with the last one lasting me over 20 years I think I can spend 200-300$ for one that will last me the rest of my life. I like my tools tight and organized.