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Kletis · 09-02-2008, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by BP_redbear

Chicagoguy:

Are you referring to the CLC bag? or the one pictured above this response?

I like my Veto XL, but I believe that I would like the CLC bag evn better, with the center compartment.

One question: What type of bottom does the CLC have? The Veto has a really good, thick plastic bottom, as you know.

And, did I read that HD carries them? (The CLC)

I have the Veto Pro XL and I love it!! One of the guys here got one and now I think 4 of us have them here at the shop. You can tell whose bag it is by what kind of hammer is hanging off of the side

I think it cost me about 120 bucks a year ago on Amazon.com. A couple of us got them at the same time so we saved on shipping. I love this tool bag and think it was worth every cent!! It is very heavy duty, yet professional looking and VERY EASILY ORGANIZED!! I can tell within seconds if I am missing any tools!! That is a very important thing for me!!!

It also keeps others from being able to see what is in your bag. That is an important selling feature to me!!

Kurtis

randomkiller · 09-02-2008, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Chicagoguy

Randomkiller, I think you were the reason I went to HD to look at this bag. You mentioned it in another thread which I think is what sparked my interest...

That's very possible, I lovesd it when I had it. The center compartment is a huge plus.

gilbequick · 09-03-2008, 06:47 AM

I picked up a new bag from Sears but it was a bit small. Went to HD and picked up the CLC and it fits everything with a little cushion room. It seems well put together and is professional looking. I think this ones gonna be a keeper

Chicagoguy · 09-03-2008, 06:41 PM

BP, yes I was referring to the CLC bag and yes I did get it from HD. It looks like Gilbequick is now enjoying his new bag.... Glad I was able to help!

headrec · 09-04-2008, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by JRent

Heres one of my bags, small, compact and tough...i like it.

Same bag I have. I like it a lot!

elecapp79 · 09-04-2008, 11:01 PM

That CLC bag looks nice and only 50 bucks. Right now im using one of the husky bags that look like the veto xxl. It fits my hacksaw and hammer easy. Thats why I like the bigger bag because I can fit everything. However, sometimes it is a pain to carry the big thing everywhere. But it does the trick for now.

Maybe in a few yeears I'll get a veto???

Do you think that its worth the cash though???

nap · 09-04-2008, 11:26 PM

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Do you think that its worth the cash though???

absolutely. I used to use one of the square bags/totes. Went through one about every 6-8 months. The side pockets would wear through and tools would start falling through.
I have the smallest closed bag that veto makes and it holds more tools than I really want to carry all the time but I put them in so they are with me.

Very durable. Thicker material than any other bag I have seen. Has a solid center piece that keeps it straight and upright very well. Zippers are quite stout as well.

Paid $120 including shipping and tax.

I actually wish they made an open top bag that was a bit smaller than their smallest bags. It would be a great bop around bag when I didn;t need the entire inventory and I do like an open top bag. I bought the zippered side bag because I was tired of getting caught in the rain and having wet tools to dry and oil.

cdnelectrician · 09-05-2008, 04:42 PM

I'm thinking of buying this small pouch http://www.bestbelt.com/product/tool...9-toolbag.html

that I can strap on with whatever tools I need, and grabbing that CLC bag. Some of the guys at work have it and love the bag! That way I don't have to go back to my truck for my meters and other small stuff I can't carry around in my pouch. Then I can just toss the small belt pouch in the center pocket of the bag. I just hope I can fit a pair of nines, dykes and a few 8" screwdrivers in that pouch!

BP_redbear · 09-06-2008, 09:18 PM

Here's my tool rig:

Note:
Sold in exchange for the similar-sided CLC bag with the open top center.
BP

jfwfmt · 09-07-2008, 09:46 PM

This is a remaindered Bob Vila Craftsman bag found at big lots

JohnJ0906 · 09-08-2008, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Chicagoguy

Worth Every Penny, I get compliments on it quite often... The organization is the best part because you immediately know when something is missing at the end of the day when your packing up. Here is some info from the CLC website...

18” Multi-Compartment Tool Carrier

Product #1539

54 Pockets inside and 4 pockets outside to organize tools and accessories.
Large center compartment to carry multiple power tools and accessories and separate outside two compartments.
Zippered side panels prevent spillage of tools when carrying or storing carrier.
Vertical tool pockets keep them in sight for quick access.
18”L x 7”W x 14”H

The link is 18” Multi-Compartment Tool Carrier

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Originally Posted by JohnJ0906

I like that bag. I might have to look into getting one myself.

And I did. Just put my tools into it yesterday, and I will see how it works in the field.
One thing that it is lacking is a thong or chain for electrical tape, but that is easily remedied.

I did notice that my old bag (pictured here) had a lot of the outside pockets wearing out at the bottoms.

randomkiller · 09-08-2008, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by JohnJ0906

And I did. Just put my tools into it yesterday, and I will see how it works in the field.
One thing that it is lacking is a thong or chain for electrical tape, but that is easily remedied.

I did notice that my old bag (pictured here) had a lot of the outside pockets wearing out at the bottoms.

I think you'll like the new bag, only thing is it can be overloaded easily. I need to get a new one, just haven't had any free time.

frank · 09-08-2008, 12:02 PM

This is a Stanley canvas bag I use. Steel frame over covered with a canvas . Good value buy and better than a tool box for small repair jobs - especially if you have to carry it over long distances.

Frank

Trimix-leccy · 09-08-2008, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by frank

This is a Stanley canvas bag I use. Steel frame over covered with a canvas . Good value buy and better than a tool box for small repair jobs - especially if you have to carry it over long distances.

Frank

I looked at one of those and then saw that Screwfix had a smaller one on offer for £22 incl some tools [mainly cr4p but the level and #1 and #2 Philips are handy and easy to recognise as they are totally different handles to my normal stuff] ....and it came with a diddy ickle drill/driver, quite sweet really [Chinese origin]. But it was good enough to assemble the solid oak dining suite that the first Mrs Trimix-leccy bought at the weekend!! [ she actually went out to buy some fancy dress hallowe'en costumes for the kids at school

.......we can't have witches or devils now FFS!! ]

frank · 09-08-2008, 04:22 PM

Talking about PC as you were! Had a circular from the HR company office we do work for.

Any Muslim employee must not climb ladders, work at heights, use machinery, stand on scaffold etc because during Ramadan they get weak and dizzy. I always thought that if you were feeling weak and dizzy the best place to be was not at work earning a lazy days pay - but at home lying on the couch,

Frank

Trimix-leccy · 09-08-2008, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by frank

Talking about PC as you were! Had a circular from the HR company office we do work for.

Any Muslim employee must not climb ladders, work at heights, use machinery, stand on scaffold etc because during Ramadan they get weak and dizzy. I always thought that if you were feeling weak and dizzy the best place to be was not at work earning a lazy days pay - but at home UNPAID lying on the couch,

Frank

I just added a word that your grammer checker deleted

Totally agree though.

gilbequick · 09-08-2008, 06:11 PM

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Originally Posted by JohnJ0906

And I did. Just put my tools into it yesterday, and I will see how it works in the field.
One thing that it is lacking is a thong or chain for electrical tape, but that is easily remedied.

I did notice that my old bag (pictured here) had a lot of the outside pockets wearing out at the bottoms.

John I got the same tool bag about a week ago. So far I'm loving it. Be careful, it's easy to slam it full of stuff and get it real heavy real quick.

No tape thong, no problem. Take tape thong off of your old bag and rivet it to the new bag, works great, that's what I did.

This bag looks very professional and keeps me pretty organized. I like it.

JohnJ0906 · 09-09-2008, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by gilbequick

John I got the same tool bag about a week ago. So far I'm loving it. Be careful, it's easy to slam it full of stuff and get it real heavy real quick.

Did you see how much stuff I had in my old one?

I don't think it is the particular bag, I can cram anything overfull.

jfwfmt · 09-09-2008, 09:13 PM

Maintenance bag (IDEAL TUFF TOTE)

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JohnJ0906 · 09-11-2008, 07:58 AM

Let me guess.... you ID all your tools with green tape....