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Post by carlos4x4sand on Feb 3, 2004 2:35:33 GMT -5
Ok lately ive noticed that craftman tools are becoming more breakable. Maybe its just me. But the tools that my fathers had when we started buying tools seem to be stronger and havent broken yet. Yea they have lifetime warrenty but still. I think there quality tools are coming down. Anybody have or noticed this problem aswell? but i mean dont get me wrong i still wouldnt buy anything other then craftsman ok maybe acouple of Snap-Ons tools here and there.- Carlos
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Post by Sean on Feb 3, 2004 4:56:02 GMT -5
In my experience, they all break. I look for a lifetime warranty and tools the feel right in my hands, cause I know I'm going to break some no matter what brand. I go through 3/8" rachettes like kleenex. 17mm sockets always seem to break on me as well.
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Post by DeadlyPeace on Feb 3, 2004 14:01:42 GMT -5
I agree with Sean. I've broken many of tools. Of course some of them were wrenches being used for a prybar or a ratchet for a hammer and stuff like that, but I was always able to get a free replacement. ;D Even after I told them what I was using it for. 
I only deal with mainly just Craftsman, Snap-on, and Mac tools. I did heard that with Craftsman when the owner died (about 5-7 year or so ago) his two sons took over and did start making less quality tools. I still use some of their wrenches, but will not use any of their newer chainsaws or power tools anymore. Not worth it to have to replace them every year 
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Post by 4xfred on Feb 3, 2004 22:20:12 GMT -5
;D I deal w/Snap-on & Craftsman. Snap-on b/c they come to me & certain tools must be the best. Craftsman b/c the warranty's never a prob. I have noticed the quality of Craftsman tools has gone down. On a Sunday afternoon, I'd rather have Craftsman. Give me Snap-on all other times. Later...
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Post by L8sho2003 on Feb 3, 2004 23:33:30 GMT -5
They sell a hell of a lot of them because of the warranty. I think economics have dictated to them that its cheaper to build them at a lower quality and take the bet that you won't bring them back. I have argued this point with fellow contractors that use them over the last few years. When time is money out of my pocket, I need a tool that works. It can cost you a living burning a path from the job site to Sears for replacement tools. The same goes for tools on the trail. They need to work, period.
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Post by fourwd1 on Feb 4, 2004 18:15:47 GMT -5
AS a long time user of Craftsman tools I have to agree that the quality has gone down, but as long as they have the no-hassle lifetime warranty I'll keep getting them.
If I needed them to make a living I'd be using SnapOn.
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Post by L8sho2003 on Feb 4, 2004 19:23:18 GMT -5
That's about the way that I have to do it fourwd1, I keep craftsman on the bench at the home shop, and I use Snap on and Mac in the field.
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