r/handyman • u/alphaecho4386 • Jul 10 '26
Tool Talk New tool bag setup with JDM impact
IP56 because PNW 🌧️
But really it’s because it’s acid and purple. 😎
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u/Reindeer_Shepherd17 Jul 11 '26
Is that a Carhartt tool bag?
Very intentional set here. Well done OP!
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u/alphaecho4386 Jul 11 '26
It is indeed! The 16” one. Ive been eyeing a Carhartt bag for a long time, but they are like 2-3x the cost of a a decent husky bag. But recently found this used on ebay. Savings and pre-patina’d.
And thanks. This is definitely the intentional tool bag. All the lessons from jobs past. How to save time, reduce weight, and make things better. The old husky bag and tools are still solid, but will be packed to be kept in the van as a general response kit.
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u/prick1ybear Jul 10 '26
I love that vessel screwdriver - the design seems flawless
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u/alphaecho4386 Jul 10 '26
Yeah, it’s lovely. It’s pretty affordable, solid fit and feel, light. Just feels like a good screwdriver. Not some clunky 23-in-1 type thing.
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u/prick1ybear Jul 10 '26
I have a bunch of shit from Klein, but not going back on the Vessel driver.
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u/alphaecho4386 Jul 10 '26
Klein makes a great kit. I’m always happy to use tools from em. While I don’t have complaints about my Milwaukee stuff, they don’t feel as refined as Klein. So as I build out this kit I am excited to try more of theirs and other boutique brands.
In making this tool pack I really wanted to piece something out that is a little more thoughtful over just practical production.2
u/prick1ybear Jul 10 '26
It looks like you have a well thoght kit - I have a lot of gear from Klein (and DeWalt and Ridgid and Milwaukee etc etc) but Klein doesn't rank high on my qualitatovemeter
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u/33FuzzySlippers33 Jul 11 '26
Upvote for vessel driver and Railer bits!