DR99 Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I like the idea of getting the $498 chest because its a lot of tool chest for the the money but pretty much all the drawers are shallow ones http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-52-in-13-Drawer-and-1-Door-Tool-Chest-and-Cabinet-Set-Black-HOTC5213B1OS/206157894 The 41" version is $448 but you get a little more variety in drawer sizes http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-41-in-16-Drawer-Tool-Chest-and-Rolling-Tool-Cabinet-Set-Black-HOTC4116B1QES/205080371 The normal 52" really isn't in the budget and isn't that different from the other one except for the door where the smaller drawers would be. http://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-52-in-18-Drawer-Tool-Chest-and-Rolling-Tool-Cabinet-Set-Black-HOTC5218B1QES/204825971 Any opinions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I'd get the yellow Dewalt one 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 But all kidding aside I like the first one because I'm not a mechanic and the cabinet would be useful for power tool storage. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmikez Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 im really liking the first one a lot and the price is really good looking for a box this size, I do quite a bit of mechanic work from home so this would be more than enough room for my tools at home and like chrisk mentioned that cabinet on the bottom right would be perfect for keeping my bigger power tools in oh and plus sticking a couple of TIA stickers on that Beatch would make it look even better!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 That's right! I need a place for stickers darn it!!!!! My Dewalt top is getting a lot of attention I HAVE to get the bottom half now!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmikez Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I haven't been to HD in the past couple days but I read on stuarts site that they will be bringing these guys back out for the holiday's and that bottom piece would make an awesome addition to your shop bro! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fazzman Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 If it were me it would be the First one you linked. the cabinet area is awesome for power tools and such. My box has a similar thing,with a shelf in it,its very handy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeldfabNeil Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 Of the two choices Within your budget I like the first one. It's really hard thoe cause it all depends on the type of tools you have. I have a feeling you would be happy with either thoe. Just remember there's never enough to space for tools. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I don't think the shallow drawers are a bad thing, the metal on these are a little flimsy compared to others, even HF's boxes...I mean they work well, I have a Husky box but I don't know how well it will hold up to a lot of weight. You should take a look at the HF boxes, they're surprisenly good. If I didn't get such a good deal on my Husky box, I probably would have bought one from HF. I'm not sure how the prices on the HF boxes compare, I wasn't pricing boxes that large. Then you can buy Craftsman or Snap On logos on eBay I definitely like the top two boxes though, I'd lean towards that 52" myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted November 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I'd get the yellow Dewalt one If it was cheap on clearance like last winter I would consider it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted November 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I don't think the shallow drawers are a bad thing, the metal on these are a little flimsy compared to others, even HF's boxes...I mean they work well, I have a Husky box but I don't know how well it will hold up to a lot of weight. You should take a look at the HF boxes, they're surprisenly good. If I didn't get such a good deal on my Husky box, I probably would have bought one from HF. I'm not sure how the prices on the HF boxes compare, I wasn't pricing boxes that large. Then you can buy Craftsman or Snap On logos on eBay I definitely like the top two boxes though, I'd lean towards that 52" myself.I heard good things about Harbor Freight boxes but I would be looking at spending more than twice at HF the 56" bottom is $799 and the top would be $429 I hear nice things but way more money than the Husky. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted November 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I haven't been to HD in the past couple days but I read on stuarts site that they will be bringing these guys back out for the holiday's and that bottom piece would make an awesome addition to your shop bro! One of the HD's by me has 22 of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMack37 Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I heard good things about Harbor Freight boxes but I would be looking at spending more than twice at HF the 56" bottom is $799 and the top would be $429 I hear nice things but way more money than the Husky. Ahh, I didn't realize they were that much more, like I said I didn't price those. What do you plan on putting in the box? You know, I was liking the 52" but those smaller/taller drawers in the 41" seem like they'd be nice. It also gives you some extra space for a cabinet or shelves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted November 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I'm basic level back yard mechanic so some hand tools and sockets but other tools would be part of it like blades and everything I have a little cman tool chest that is just stuffed. I think I would go with the one with a door but its not like I'm ecstatic about it either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fazzman Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 The door locker part once you start using it I think you will end up liking more,its nice for power tools and other bulky things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted November 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 That's what I figured Fazzman when I checked it out in person this weekend. I think I might move the Cman in the basement to hold those emergency tools yea know I don't have the luxury of an attacked garage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nordraw Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I almost got the http://www.homedepot...3B1OS/206157894 one the last time I was at HD but I really don't have anymore room for it. Love the way it looked though and at that price it is a steal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted November 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I almost got the http://www.homedepot...3B1OS/206157894 one the last time I was at HD but I really don't have anymore room for it. Love the way it looked though and at that price it is a steal. I probably will end up getting that one its a steal of a deal for that price even better if I can get them to take 10% off Helps with the 6% sales tax we have in Michigan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99_XC600 Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I have the $598 52" version and I love it. I use the large bottom drawer for a lot of the miscellaneous power tools. I use the smaller deep drawer on the right for all of my impacts and drills. I just stand them up and have everything lined up. I would rather have the drawer space then the locker. The drawers fill up pretty quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmikez Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 I probably will end up getting that one its a steal of a deal for that price even better if I can get them to take 10% off Helps with the 6% sales tax we have in Michigan.............get it Jason.....it's calling your naaameeeeee...... Lol!! I'm really thinking about jumping on this one to bro. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmikez Posted November 23, 2015 Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 This is my current one, it's been good to me but just out of space.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DR99 Posted November 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 23, 2015 Mine is pretty much the same except Grey. It's not a horrible box but i have just ran out of room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logan Posted November 24, 2015 Report Share Posted November 24, 2015 I would get the 52"one for 498 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicholasShetley Posted November 24, 2015 Report Share Posted November 24, 2015 This is my current one, it's been good to me but just out of space....Let's see what is on the inside of that box Mike. As far as what box I would go with I would get the one with the cabinet for storage of power tools and possibly air tools. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigmikez Posted November 24, 2015 Report Share Posted November 24, 2015 Dude Nicholas I took almost everything out sat thinking this guy was gonna come pick it up I have it on offer up app but been getting a bunch of flakes I'm gonna load some pics to craigslist next, I'm trying to get rid of this one so I can buy that husky if and when I get the husky I will definitely upload pics when I fill it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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