Husky Mechanics Tool Set (290-Piece) Detailed Review From Home Depot

[@micadams86]

I just walked out of Home Depot with this set. $149 Black Friday. While I was standing in line at the register I found your video. And between your product review and the number of positive comments here, I knew it was a good decision. Thanks to all.

[@HerbOMatic]

It is a good set, thanks Michael! That's a good deal

[@gilbertoibarra3517]

I’m about to go buy it they have it in Home Depot for $100 dollars still a good deal?

[@leopalacios6299]

@@gilbertoibarra3517 are you looking at the wrong one with 270 pieces?

[@gilbertoibarra3517]

@@leopalacios6299 oh yeah sorry it was the 270 piece set. Is it a good deal for my first set of tools?

[@naturalrebel6301]

I love husky tools you simply can’t beat the quality best bang for the buck

[@HerbOMatic]

Natural Rebel, husky are a great mix of value and quality. Hit that subscribe button for more tool videos I have a bunch in the pipeline!

[@TheBorg6412]

I've had mine for over two years. I use it all the time, and recently bought the smaller 270 piece kit to keep in my truck. These are good hand tools, with a lifetime warranty. When my dad saw the 290 set, he said it reminded him of the old craftsman sets. This is not a replacement for a full on roller cart, but can keep you going in a tight spot.

[@zachst0ree]

What about this set going in my roller cart? i am trying find a set that wont break the bank, should I just go with just a little more piece set like the 432 for $520

[@TheBorg6412]

@@zachst0ree husky sells them in foam trays on their website! I'd check those out. I really like these tools for low to mid level use. Even if used heavily and they broke, lifetime warranty baby

[@alcerz984]

428 pc Quinn set at the freight Black Friday 300$ out the door awesome set. They call it the master tech set.

[@alcerz984]

Harbor freight

[@jinpark5324]

For the price I paid for husky mechanic tool set, I m very impressed with the quality of tools.

[@CambioJoe]

Just got this today, purchased it $99 off for a whopping $109 sale. I’ve never owned husky tools before but for $100 I feel like this is a great value. I believe the sale is still on. I’m sure I’ll be trying out the lifetime warantee on a t45 torx bit eventually, I have never not broken one 🤷🏻‍♂️ so if that lasts I’ll be thrilled

[@HerbOMatic]

That's a great deal! Yeah we'll see if they hold up to that warranty

[@pochomachuca9629]

I bought on sale too last year during Black Friday at the same price for my dad. He was really happy with them

[@ronpflugrath2712]

For backup tools loss breakage get a box on sale nice ratchets saved me several trps to town

[@badbiker666]

It is awesome that this set features a 1/4" to 3/8" socket adapter. Those are almost never included in these sets. I have had to buy them separately and toss them into my travel kits. Of course, the problem you have with most of these tool sets that come in blow-molded cases is that there's no room for extras, so I also travel with a small tool bag into which I put the stuff not already found in the factory set. It is so cool that this set has a place to put extensions, etc, in that middle drawer.

[@HerbOMatic]

That adapter was nice, the extra storage slot is a lifesaver.

[@michaelmendillo7513]

This tool set been calling me for a couple of weeks ! I mean what a great deal. ! It's begging you to buy him. !!! 😂😎👍

[@makingtechsense126]

Great video! This set is an amazing deal during Home Depot's Black Friday sales event.

[@thezombieslayer2195]

Best 100$ I spent

[@HerbOMatic]

Great sockets!

[@javiernoriega3122]

Just bought it too lol

[@jessiesineath7702]

Man I saw this deal really wish I would have jumped on it

[@waxeyone]

I have had good luck with the few Husky sockets I own. good bang for your buck. My only wish is that there were more 6 pt sizes. thanks for taking the time to review.

[@HerbOMatic]

I've had good luck with Husky Too. Thanks for watching!

[@allenguerrero7696]

Oh dear Santa oh how much I want the husky 290 pc mechanic tool set for Christmas ☺️🙏

[@NewEdgeDesigns]

Order the Craftsman 450 piece set, I picked it up for $240 with a business discount, but i think it was $289.. It’s a better set..

[@allenguerrero7696]

@@NewEdgeDesigns say lesss

[@ValkyrieRiderIPT]

HD has this set for $179+ tax right now. My Craftsman tools are 40 years old with some of the needed sizes missing. I'm seriously considering this tool set.

[@unclejoe6811]

I wish they made an all metric set, no 6 point, added a pair of knipex cobra style pliers, pistol grip needle nose and a 10 in adjustable wrench.

[@alanascencio8232]

Thanks for comprehensive review. Will be buying this set over kobalt

[@MaintenanceMan00]

$149 during black friday deals. I have the older version and this one is now for my truck and the other one is for the garage

[@HerbOMatic]

That's a hecka of a deal for what you get.

[@paratyshow]

👍✅ Good stuff, unfortunately we dont have those big-boy-toy-stores here 👏

[@ignaciobecerra1301]

Just bought a newer version of this kit with a new designed box for $99 out of $250 it's a good box

[@Snowmannorth]

Are you meaning the 270 pc set with two top handles?

[@ChadBrock-l7p]

I think your supposed to use the top handle to prop up the lid when it’s open

[@daramill86]

I wrap a bungee cord through the handle around the box to keep the drawers in that's the best way to keep them in.

[@HerbOMatic]

That's a good idea! Did you have to play 52 socket pickup before you figured that out?

[@nostudion1037]

@@HerbOMatic 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@santiagonavarro7571]

I saw one at the pawnshop for $99 I had to get it. It was complete too

[@scott_0492]

good review, I'm looking at this set, like you, I'm not big on the use of plastic latches. So I'm thinking, maybe employ a 1" wide ratchet or lashing strap when carrying the set from place to place? this would solve the risk of everything spilling out if one of the plastic bits gives up the ghost...

[@SolitaryMaverick]

Don’t mean to be critical, it’s SAE not English. These are pretty good tools. I have a set that I used to work on my Backhoe and they hold up fine but I don’t use them every day.

[@HerbOMatic]

I don't know why I said english!

[@santiagonavarro7571]

I call it standard. That's what I was taught.

[@BlueDroneBlues]

I just have a problem with the latches being made of plastic. Just seems like the 1st thing that will break and all my tools will go everywhere crashing down to the ground when I am carrying it around. Not sure if that is a very good idea on Husky’s part putting that in.

[@HerbOMatic]

Kenny, You will be playing 290 socket pickup with this set. Carry it by the handles on the side, not the one on top.

[@BlueDroneBlues]

@@HerbOMatic Agreed. Plastic handles seems to be the rage now with small cases. I guess saving money is more important then safety sometimes?

[@jordangraham9533]

Hi there mate how do I get it if I’m in the uk because your link won’t let me access it

[@paedahe4975]

Snap ring ratchets... sealed with screws, ratchets are a bit nicer. What is your thoughts?

[@HerbOMatic]

They can be I suppose, I have never had a problem inherent to the snap rings. I have never really messed with the snap-ons or other expensive tools. I enjoy being cheap! I'm more likely to lose a ratchet than wear it out. Thanks for commenting!

[@cyrusmalto9857]

How much for that set of socket rench on the video? I am interested .

[@SamY-el6vm]

Great video. My friend has this set but the drawers are in red and the sockets on the first drawer (from top) interfere with the drawer’s housing when he tries to close that drawer (I think so small sockets are too tall for that drawer. Also box latches do jot click strongly when closing them. Are these issues normal? Thank you.

[@HerbOMatic]

The box is not the best quality, the tools are good. Thanks for watching Sam!

[@nathanielbonde7716]

Would be nice if you got rid of the filler bits and just included a few more sockets

[@Midnightkevin]

What the difference between the 290 and 270 tool set?

[@HerbOMatic]

I don't know probably missing something like 20 pieces. JK, fewer wrenches, maybe skit a few sockets, or include more driver bits on the 290. You would have to check home depots website.

[@Thisdude1227]

@@HerbOMatic no it included more sockets less driver bits the 99 dollar 280 piece has 144 driver bit/special tools

[@ayayoutuber]

the only thing missing is extension is swirl joint.

[@lakshy9579]

Very nice tool kit. How much price of this tool kit in Indian rupees. And where are this tool kit available in India.

[@mariaaparecidadossantosrib62]

Olá qt custa essa maleta com frrramentas?desde ja obrigado

[@marioquiros5498]

Just got this set for 99.99 out the door homedepo had to buy it immediately

[@gr8bart1]

$99 is the 270pc set. Not the 290pc that in this video.

[@HerbOMatic]

I was wondering about that! I'm going to HD today and checking out the sales. My credit card about to catch fire!

[@HerbOMatic]

I've noticed they use similar boxes for a ton of different sets.

[@marioquiros5498]

@@HerbOMatic yes same box different layout

[@davidgomez5116]

2:58 sounded like a colt single action lol

[@romanjaspe4172]

Thanks so much for the video

[@HerbOMatic]

You got it Roman!

[@humphreyosabutey4523]

I want to buy one. How can you help me?

[@kdalbakri3274]

Thank you

[@T3l3MuNd0]

I have this tool set. I bought it during the black Friday sale last year. It was only 150$ so add the tax that's around 178$

[@HerbOMatic]

That's a great deal! It's been great so far. Subscribe, I'm working on a ton of tool reviews!

[@T3l3MuNd0]

@@HerbOMatic I believe it's a pattern every year. This set is 150$ during Black Friday. & there's also a 270 piece set for 100$ While during Father's day, it's a 230 piece 99$ set.

[@thekidd2189]

U and me both I bought 2 of them joints

[@T3l3MuNd0]

@@HerbOMatic the 30 wrench rathcets for 60$ are much better & fit in the grooves of the set. Making the tool set that much better.

[@wikashsugrim2485]

No torx sockets

[@jorgedaniel488]

Amazing 😍😍 But in México ist expensive $325 😔😰

[@HerbOMatic]

That's tough Jorge, it's worth the money if you can spare it.

[@tonyg7553]

See if you can buy it online.

[@unclejoe6811]

Buy urrea tools if you are in Mexico, they are extremely rugged and do not break. Their finish is a bit rough but I like urrea overall.

[@johnimperial9777]

Is this better than dewalt?

[@HerbOMatic]

It depends on the particular set, generally Dewalt is a step up over Husky in my opinion but their product lines don't overlap all that often. This is a decent little tool kit!

[@johnimperial9777]

@@HerbOMatic for you which are the best mechanics tool set im on for quality and durability

[@bluegrasskid4835]

I like the tool set but not too crazy about the box.

[@mustafafix224]

I just hate how they skip sizes

[@vanrajbhaichavada9524]

What is your price

[@HerbOMatic]

Looks like it's currently $229 but you can catch it on sale during almost any holiday! Consider subbing, I'm working on a ton more tool reviews!

[@darkknightlight]

Is it lifetime guaranteed. Can you still walk into a home depot and replace your damaged tools individually.

[@HerbOMatic]

Yes you can, just bring it right in. Husky Lifetime Warranty on wrenches, hammers, sockets, and flashlights.

[@darkknightlight]

@@HerbOMatic; thank you

[@israel_4423]

@@HerbOMatic in home depots of México is a difficult and complicated validate the warranty

[@iamgermane]

$139 at Home Depot during Black Friday of 2021!

[@thwaller4955]

That was a nice review. This is not a set I would buy, even just as a portable set. It is too heavy on the SAE sizes and the metric selection is poor, even trying to hit the most common ones. This is not suited for newer cars, although the bits on the top, especially the torx, are nice. The cars I typically work on are year 2000+, and I rarely ever reach for SAE sizes. I most often use SAE sizes on performance parts on my Camaro, or on tools like pullers.... which is a bit out of scope for a set like this. Another item which most sets overlook are lug nut sockets.

[@HerbOMatic]

I have a dedicated sae set when I go out on vending machine repairs because they are the opposite of cars: made in USA and all sae hardware. So it's a waste of weight and space to pack the metric. I wish they made dedicated sets for a reasonable price.

[@thwaller4955]

@@HerbOMatic I think this style is ok for a homeowners type of set, but for a mechanics set, I think the manufacturers are missing the boat. Would be neat to have a universal, SAE and metric option.

[@princekanojia267]

Price

[@HerbOMatic]

$229

[@mikey358976]

Old school mechanic here, I purchased the husky 290pc set to see what the hype is about. Got to say quite disappointed. The only good thing was that I got it on sale for $129.99. When I did an overview of the wrenches & sockets. Was very disappointed, who ever decided to to put 12pt & 6pt in the mix, did it entirely wrong. The metric & SAE set up with sockets of 12pt & 6pt were wrong. So what I did was gutted the whole sockets & wrenches from the tool box and restart fresh. For the Metric I went with 12pt, & for the SAE I went with 6pt. For wrenches I went with Gearwrench Metric 12pt ratcheting wrenches, and Olsa 6pt SAE ratcheting wrenches which by the way fit perfectly in the molded slots. For Metric sockets deep & shallow I went with Gearwrench in 1/2, 3/8, & 1/4. And for the SAE I went with Tekton 6pt sockets deep & shallow in 1/2, 3/8, & 1/4. Which both brand name sockets fit perfectly in the molded slots. For my drive ratchets, I went with Tekton 90th 1/2in & 3/8in release button drive ratchets. And for my 1/4in drive ratchet I went with Gearwrench 120xp.which also fit well in the molded slots. As far as the long compartment were the allen bits are stored, I removed those and went with Gearwrench 20pc extension set & the Husky 100th 3/8 locking flex head drive ratchet. Which fit perfectly in that compartment space. Overall best tool organization set up for me, but hay that's just my opinion. But overall cool review.

[@Baileybear85]

These brands really need to stop cheaping out with the plastic latches, that shits pathetic.

[@anthonylopez8206]

Fuck husky this tool box is a electrical conductor remove a 10mm bolt and it started sparking and glowing instantly as soon as the the socket made contact with the bolt suing tf outta husky

[@deadlydelight5733]

Lol

[@Dejaelvicio507]

Wow how you make this

[@danielvega4076]

Grabbed it by the handles and it all fell apart on me

[@Rosebeann]

DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Set : amzn.to/3C7xrde

[@jaxsonhugh9334]

Star……..torx….

[@Elsanta666]

I got mine for $99

[@HerbOMatic]

That's pretty cheap, may have been one of the other sets that use the same box?

[@hasicakarajic]

Čiji mde in proizvođač države .

[@Dave30867]

Its really disappointing that every time you look at products now everything is being made of bloody plastic its horrible .

[@HerbOMatic]

The plastic stuff can be ok if they beefed it up where it needed it at hinges, and latches but often times this is where it fails.

[@johnysilver1853]

Box is awful

[@HerbOMatic]

Remember the good metal boxes, I propose a hybrid with blow molded inserts to organize your tools in a metal case with metal latches and a metal handle.

[@JakeHerrell-k3o]

China China China

[@red7fifty]

Blind leading the Blind in a review? They are called TORX and SAE.

[@red7fifty]

You might as well call millimeter "M M"

[@HerbOMatic]

Red, are you seriously criticizing synonyms? Don't be petty, go build something and post it.

[@Nunyahbidniss]

Absolute trash. Do not waste your money.

[@HerbOMatic]

The box is the not the best, but the tools have been serving me well on several projects. I have had to play 100 socket pickup a few times since posting this video because of the poor box design.

[@johnoberle9750]

Even though packaged that way this clearly is not meant to be portable. Nice compact set of tools that will be great as a bench top stationary set.

[@scottcampbell4678]

They are NOT "star diver bits" They are TorX bits. You should KNOW that.

[@HerbOMatic]

Scott: synonyms exist, relax

[@unclestinkyflips1130]

they need to make one of these for the rolling tool box set

[@J8den]

They have but you have to order them to store

[@princekanojia267]

Price

[@HerbOMatic]

$229