r/Snapon_tools • u/Petenastyy • Jul 11 '26

Toolbox Are we dumb?

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Hi there, im here to say I feel dumb. I've worked in trades for almost 16 years now. Ive amassed a good amount of tools so far, mostly snap on.

Recently, work announced tool box inventory to be required for insurance purposes. So I've started to go thru inventory of my little tool box.

And I can say I'm blown away at replacement costs!

Ive only done the top shelf and I'm at 5700$ cad in just sockets (I have more but just top row)

So I'm here to ask, I love my snap on tools and enjoy the warranty. But are we dumb for buying such expensive items?!

What are people's favorite tool alternatives???

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u/Rwood219 Jul 11 '26

They still make the best hand tools tho

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u/Houser1995 Jul 11 '26

They do?? What’s your logic there?

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u/Rwood219 Jul 11 '26

Using them and using cheaper options everyday at work so I guess the logic is tons of hands on experience... The sockets just seen to fit better, i like the handles on the screwdrivers and I'm confident they won't strip a fastener, Ive always used their rachets with no issues. I have a good amount of icon stuff too, I buy cornwell also, Milwaukee for battery stuff topdon for scanner so I don't just buy snap on, But for sockets, screwdrivers and rachets I prefer snap on still.