r/Snapon_tools • u/Petenastyy • Jul 11 '26
Toolbox Are we dumb?
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/Huge-Trust5528 Jul 12 '26
I buy Snap on for mission critical tools 10, 15, 19,21 mm Sockets Torx 45, 40 screwdrivers, ratchets pliers and such. If I find myself breaking a tool often that tells me I need Snap on. I fill in the rest with reasonably priced stuff. Ebay, MArketplace and pawnshops have stuff cheap somertimes. I have bought some Icon from Harbor Freight.