Toolbox

[dan2002]

Hi there. I am stuck between these 2 toolboxes. Should I go for the Stanley toolbox which is 19inch or do I go for another brand I haven’t heard of which is slightly bigger for 21 inch? I want to put my hammer, screwdrivers, cordless drill and maybe my saw. I am thinking of going with Stanley as it is a well known quality brand.

Stanley-
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Stanley-...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0
Mano-
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Plastic-...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

 

[foxhole]

Plastic catches don’t look like they will last long.

 

[dan2002]

Plastic catches don’t look like they will last long.

A valid point. Thanks for the advice. Was thinking the same. Metal is more sturdier and reliable

 

[dan2002]

Should I purchase this one instead? Looks really spacious. Plus metal catches and its Dewalt. Can fit my drill, hammer, small toolbox, saw inside. Or should I stick with the stanley one?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DeWalt-D...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

 

[JohnD]

I like a suitcase-shaped rather than a chest-shapes, as it bangs into your leg less. If the case is shallow, small things are less likely to get lost at the bottom

and I dislike protruding catches and mini-boxes that can catch on things and spring open or be damaged.

 

[Deleted member 174758]

I like a suitcase-shaped rather than a chest-shapes, as it bangs into your leg less. If the case is shallow, small things are less likely to get lost at the bottom

and I dislike protruding catches and mini-boxes that can catch on things and spring open or be damaged.

The DW the OP references has a top handle, so you can clip it to other tool boxes in the same range (TSTAK), as well as a top handle so that it can be carried like a suitcase, John

Personally I prefer a pull-along box:

as they can carry a reasonable size toolkit, and some like the model above can be used as a sawing stool (note the V-groove) a
and with care (and providing you don't weigh 120kg plus) as a hop-up. But they are bigger and more expensive

As others have said, though, metal clasps are better than plastic ones, weatherproof is always better and Stanley/deWalt are a good brand who more or less (in the case of Stanley) started the market off

 

[foxhole]

I like a suitcase-shaped rather than a chest-shapes, as it bangs into your leg less. If the case is shallow, small things are less likely to get lost at the bottom

and I dislike protruding catches and mini-boxes that can catch on things and spring open or be damaged.

Son in law has the big box dewalt, uses them as a hop up .

 

[foxhole]

Should I purchase this one instead? Looks really spacious. Plus metal catches and its Dewalt. Can fit my drill, hammer, small toolbox, saw inside. Or should I stick with the stanley one?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/DeWalt-D...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=710-127635-2958-0

They are strong but son in law managed to break catch on one, ( but he seems to be able to break all his kit).

 

[Mottie]

What about this one

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/11444664...VaGHKrn4p2bnd3oOuAOP|ampid:PL_CLK|clp:2047675

 

[TimboTwo]

Of your choices, I would say the Dewalt is the better.

 

[Deleted member 267285]

Be careful with some Stanley boxes, some of their tote trays are half the size of the box and lucky if you can fit 2 items on them. I have a bahco toolbox, but not sure if they’re available anymore.

 

[dan2002]

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002SHBXHC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I ended up getting this one^

A 20inch size which is a good enough size for me. I just need to put a few of my hand tools/cordless in there. I don't need it any bigger because I am no builder etc. Last one was left, Stanley branded which wasn't too pricey. Hopefully arrives in great condition.

 

[dan2002]

Be careful with some Stanley boxes, some of their tote trays are half the size of the box and lucky if you can fit 2 items on them. I have a bahco toolbox, but not sure if they’re available anymore.

Thanks for the advice mate. The one I ordered has a full size tote tray.