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azsly1 · 08-19-2009, 06:16 PM

big tool bags are a good and bad thing. i had a larger husky job for a while, but i stuffed so much in it it got more of a PITA than a help. i usually pack 15 lbs of ____ in a 5 lb bag though...

NolaTigaBait · 08-19-2009, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Grogan14

Getting back into the trade after doing something else for a bit, I found this new Husky bag they're carrying at Home Depot.

I do primarily residential service work, and was looking for a neater appearance than my old CLC bag. Also, something with a wider stance, that would be less prone to tipping.

The bag is made of a very heavy water-resistant material. It claims over 140 ways to store your tools (72 internal and 68 external). Other features are a fold-down steel handle, padded shoulder strap, 4 electrical tape straps, 2 tape measure clips. It has a hard bottom, with 5 heavy-duty rubber feet. Was just shy of $90.

Haven't loaded it up as yet, but I did note that it seems almost as heavy empty as my old bag is full. Being that I am less than giant, that is something of a concern.

Why do you have a picture of JTT as your avatar?...weird.

MechanicalDVR · 08-19-2009, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Grogan14

Getting back into the trade after doing something else for a bit, I found this new Husky bag they're carrying at Home Depot.

I do primarily residential service work, and was looking for a neater appearance than my old CLC bag. Also, something with a wider stance, that would be less prone to tipping.

The bag is made of a very heavy water-resistant material. It claims over 140 ways to store your tools (72 internal and 68 external). Other features are a fold-down steel handle, padded shoulder strap, 4 electrical tape straps, 2 tape measure clips. It has a hard bottom, with 5 heavy-duty rubber feet. Was just shy of $90.

Haven't loaded it up as yet, but I did note that it seems almost as heavy empty as my old bag is full. Being that I am less than giant, that is something of a concern.

Bro for that much money I would just buy a Veto bag. It would be a cold day in hell before I spent that much on a Home Depot brand item.

Frasbee · 08-19-2009, 09:15 PM

I just ordered the Veto Pro Pack Framer's Tool Bag.

When I get it in I'll let yous know how it is.

slowforthecones · 08-19-2009, 09:29 PM

nice bag..i still prefer my 5gal bucket and the stanley small workchest as it's very modular. How do you clean that cloth after it's gotten soiled or dirty from grease or whatever...

Richard Rowe · 08-20-2009, 01:21 PM

Well that would explain the "More Power" bag, if you fill it up I don't think I could carry it. It seems a bit much on the price but get what you want or you'll not be happy. I like the bags that don't have a closing top so you can get and see stuff easier but thats just me.... I use a tool pouch when I work that holds the most used stuff.

magikal1 · 08-20-2009, 10:15 PM

This is my new toolbag (well I've had it a couple months now lol) I used to have a Mastercraft one but it kept flopping all over the place I hated it. I'm only 5 months into my apprenticeship so I don't have every tool yet, but I'm building them up each paycheck lol

Ideal Tufftote (Premium Leather) is the way to go for me, love it, fits everything I've ever needed, anything else is in the truck

I don't know much about different types of bags or anything, and I dont claim that this is the best, but I love it, lifetime warranty and it never tips and it takes a beating

slowforthecones · 08-20-2009, 11:33 PM

some of you guys seem to carry your whole tool box in your tool bag. Thought a tool bag was enough to get thru a job....not the entire tool box?

st0mps · 08-21-2009, 12:42 AM

im a new member here so i thought i would post pics of my daily bag , my pops bought this bag when it was 1/3 the price and sent it back to klein because it ripped or something so klein sent him back a new one and he gave it to me

st0mps · 08-21-2009, 12:42 AM

slowforthecones · 08-21-2009, 01:49 AM

I like your leather bag..is that a klein bag? I've got a 5 gal bucket or two for tools, got two leather holsters for my belt for the line mans, 10 in 1, pen and etc. Looks classy compared to all the nylon that's being whored these days at blowes and homeless depot.

st0mps · 08-21-2009, 11:08 PM

yea its klein 20inch leather bag

Frasbee · 08-22-2009, 04:26 AM

I'm switching to a closed top bag.

After a year and a half in the trade, I just started "losing" tools like crazy. I don't even bring my tote on to the job site anymore.

I'll have a lock on the zipper when I bring it on to the job and just hope nobody will be daring enough to walk into our area and lift an entire bag off.

thekoolcody · 08-22-2009, 06:07 PM

This is one out of my 4 bags. This one stays with me.

TOOL_5150 · 08-22-2009, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by NolaTigaBait

Jonathan Taylor Thomas...duh

....The kid from "Home Improvement"

Oh, I dont really pay attention to actors names, actually the only one on that show I knew was Tim Allen, because i like his stand up comedy as well.

~Matt

BP_redbear · 08-22-2009, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Frasbee

I'm switching to a closed top bag.

After a year and a half in the trade, I just started "losing" tools like crazy. I don't even bring my tote on to the job site anymore.

I'll have a lock on the zipper when I bring it on to the job and just hope nobody will be daring enough to walk into our area and lift an entire bag off.

I’d like to switch to an open top tool bag or tote. I just don’t like the thought of ‘advertising’ my tools right out there in the open, where anyone can just ‘borrow’ or take anything that they want, especially without me knowing. People seem less likely to reach into a bag like the CLC zip-sided, center compartment bag that I am currently using.

As Frasbee seems to be experiencing, an open top bag just seems to advertise “Please feel free to ‘borrow’ or take tools without asking. And, don’t be concerned with returning it promptly, or at all, because I won’t even know that you have taken it. Of course, if you break it, return it by all means, without me even knowing that it has been borrowed, or who had it.”

In 2 years, I have switched from a Veto Pro Pac zip-sided XL model to a CLC zip-sided with large (zippered) center compartment, to a Mcguire-Nicholas square tote, back to the CLC, which I am currently using now. Drawbacks to the CLC are it’s just big, and, it leans to the heaviest side, and tips over easily in the back of my Subaru Outback or a truck bed. But, overall the CLC is good, holds everything I need. I would rather have more room and not need it, than want more room and not have it.

Here are a few bags that I found in a search for a different bag:

Greenlee tote: http://www.toolauthority.com/Greenlee-56336.html

Occidental Leather square tote, all-leather (Made in USA): http://www.acetoolonline.com/OCCIDENTAL-LEATHER-5585-STRONGHOLD-JOURNEYMAN-S-TO-p/occ-5585.htm

Veto Pro Pac open top LC model: http://www.acetoolonline.com/Veto-Pro-Pac-Model-OT-LC-Nylon-Tool-Bag-p/vet-ot-lc.htm

Ideal leather tote: http://www.datacomtools.com/catalog/ideal/tuff-tote-bags.htm

Pelican tool case/drawer system: http://www.thepelicanstore.com/Pelican-0450-Transport-Case-1088.aspx?gclid=CL-8qbPUtZwCFRBM5QodsBuyog

Klein oval open top: http://www.acetoolonline.com/Klein-58890-17-Pocket-Tool-Tote-Bag-p/kle-58890.htm

Ace tool online has many bags: http://www.acetoolonline.com/Tool-Bags-s/8309.htm
(A Google or other search will find many others).

Other manufacturers to consider:

CLC Custom LeatherCraft
AWP
Mcguire-Nicholas
Bucket Boss
Makita
DeWalt
Milwaukee
Irwin

Frasbee · 08-23-2009, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by BP_redbear

In 2 years, I have switched from a Veto Pro Pac zip-sided XL model

This is the one I purchased from chadstoolbox.com.

I'm still waiting on it because it's still on back order.

I know it's a big larger, but it does have that other compartment for larger tools. I could drop a drill and a sawzall without the blade in there amongst other things.

JohnJ0906 · 08-23-2009, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by thekoolcody

This is one out of my 4 bags. This one stays with me.

Why 3 pairs of linesman's?

BP_redbear · 08-23-2009, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Frasbee

This is the one I purchased from chadstoolbox.com.

I'm still waiting on it because it's still on back order.

Check price and availability with Ace Tool. www.acetoolonline for that bag.
Maybe you can cancel the order with Chads if Ace has it in stock.
Ace lists the XXL-F for $169.95.
http://www.acetoolonline.com/Veto-Pr.../vet-xxl-f.htm

When I bought a Veto Pro Pac XL model zip-sided bag, I bought it through American Van website. I did a lot of price shopping, and at the time, they had the lowest price and shipping. I see they list the XXL-F at $169.95, also.
http://www.americanvan.com/catalog/s...m?FamilyID=287

Same $ as chadstoolbox.com, I believe. Just a thought. I'm sure you are anxious to get it. I know how backorders can go...

NolaTigaBait · 08-23-2009, 05:01 PM

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Why 3 pairs of linesman's?

So when he loses a pair he'd good.I can't tell you how many tools I've lost in a sea of insulation

.I have the Klein Journeyman series as my number 1 and I have 2 pairs of those cheapo green commercial electric ones.