Husky 72" Heavy Duty Mobile Workbench with Adjustable Top Unboxing and First Thoughts

[@dennybobsrcconstructionagc2796]

I bought one of these 3 years ago for home use and absolutley love it. Mine is the matte semi gloss black with polished aluminum drawer pulls.

[@jasonm1690]

The good thing about the matte finish, the warranty is longer. The drawer slides and the steel is thicker as well. With most models, anyway. But that warranty is what makes it even more worth it.

[@nomaddreamer1640]

I just ordered one and waiting for delivery - I absolutely cant wait!

[@othoapproto9603]

are you picking it up or getting it delivered?

[@nomaddreamer1640]

@@othoapproto9603 I had to get it delivered - couldnt bring it home my self - it arrived and i absolutely love it - It gives me more room then i needed - the only thing is that I cant get the wheels to lock - but its pretty stable anyway

[@wendellgreenidge3362]

With the hex shape crank, I’d use my cordless impact to run that top up and down but nice box

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

Looks like a great home use box! Maybe even in a repair shop for a while!

[@gaiustacitus4242]

You can always glue a sheet of laminate to the top and flush trim for a more durable work surface. I wonder how well the paint will hold up.

[@randomstuff25]

After the first couple of scratches I got over it and said F it. It’s holding up great overall.

[@terriblet9810]

A year agoI bought a Husky 56" wide tall tool chest, excellent - HomeDepot delivered for free. I would have bought a Harbor Freight Series 2 but they don't deliver - period. They only deliver ICON and I'm a semi-pro DIY'r so I don't need an ICON. My next purchase is either this one (72") or then bigger 84" or 96" - haven't decided yet. I would buy the new Harbor Freight Series 3 in a second if they delivered. The Husky HEAVY DUTY or up is really good and the drawers are even slow close and they will deliver to your house or garage.

[@randomstuff25]

I’m still really happy with my purchase

[@JosephErik83]

Thanks for the video. Odd question but do the wheels and drawers come off. I’ve got to carry this thing up a narrow stairwell and I have to reduce weight

[@randomstuff25]

I’ve never tried. I’m sure the drawers probably come out, and if you can get it high enough off the ground I’m sure the wheels could be unbolted. It’s HEAVY though.

[@JDM_MSK]

Nice review I just ordered mine. I’m stoked to get it !

[@JoelDino]

Great video. When you removed the wooden frame, did it drop a lot? Is this a one-man job?

[@randomstuff25]

It only dropped an inch or two. I did all the unpacking myself. It wasn’t too difficult.

[@brucewatkins3189]

I really enjoyed your review! Are you still happy with the construction of this workbench? Do you feel it was worth $250 more than the standard 21 guage 72 inch workbench?

[@randomstuff25]

I really do love it still. I think it’s definitely worth the extra over the standard. The heavier gauge steel and the adjustable top make it a no brainer. I also really like the black handles over the silver ones on the non-heavy-duty model.

[@brucewatkins3189]

@@randomstuff25 I agree! Thanks for the reply.

[@othoapproto9603]

Got mine! When I went to pick it up the Home Depot customer service people didn't have a clue of where it was 45 min later they told me it go to gardening, ok? Another 30 min out came on a forklift with my box. As it rounded a corner I saw something hanging from the bottom corner. Yes, the palette was damaged and a bolt was holding this big chunk of wood danging in the wind. The worker could careless and made no attempt to correct the problem. I had a big box truck from work and I had to stop the forklift drive to remove the broken wood before he set it down in the truck. So I get it to work and use our forklift to take it out of the truck and take it inside. Remember it's on a custom wood palette, with a cardboard box and straps. In other unboxing videos of this toolbox, people remove 12 bolts and then rock it off the wood palette to let it drop an inch to the floor on its casters. Let me tell you not a great idea. The wood frame has a lip cupping around the bottom and it could do some damage just rolling off the wood, so be careful. There was no damage to the box, and all the accessories were in the draws. I do love the box but the caster are not the best and who was the idiot that put the locking casters in the back? I got to say I wish husky made this with one less row of draws and distributed that space in making each draw deeper. Got to say going into this I never expected to use the handle or power strip and I have not. In fact, the handle instills in its box and will probably stay there.

[@randomstuff25]

I’m glad I had mine delivered. Haha! I also agree about having one less row of drawers and making some deeper. Luckily I was able to figure out how to fit all my stuff.

[@othoapproto9603]

@@randomstuff25 Yes if you don't have the equipment to handle this, get it delivered. THat will add a week to the delivery time but it is one more chance that a brain dead kid will do more damage to it.

[@garyc3936]

See a therapist

[@DarthJeep]

I think the socket for the lift handle is 10mm bit.

[@TubeRippa]

Were the wheels suspended in the air prior to you kicking the frame or contacting the floor? Just received mine and the wheels are about ~2 inches from the floor…😅

[@randomstuff25]

Yes. They were up in the air on a sort of pallet.

[@carbonfibercreationswashin7213]

Go to a plastics supply store and get a 1/4 or 3/16 inch thick plastic sheet for a top cover.

[@randomstuff25]

Great idea!

[@JasonHuewe]

I got the same one but never saw the tool for the adjustable top. Maybe I got the simple static bench 😅

[@randomstuff25]

If the hole is there you can use a number of different ways to open it. Easiest of which would be a large hex key.

[@p2nv]

i wish they would make them with AU sockets on the side. i would definitely buy one

[@randomstuff25]

The power strip can be removed, but I don’t know if finding an AU one that would be the correct fit to replace it might be an issue.

[@p2nv]

@@randomstuff25 i think my biggest problem at the moment is getting one of these badboys... Shipping prices are a killer! It would cost more then the workbench itself just to ship it to Australia.

[@p2nv]

@@randomstuff25 I really love the adjustable height. thats what sold me on this work bench trolley. there isn't any like it for sale in Australia from what I've searched.

[@AV8R_1]

They really couldn't put a 3/8" drive on the crank? You could raise and lower it with a drill or air wrench. I will definitely be modifying mine!

[@randomstuff25]

Great idea!

[@AV8R_1]

@@randomstuff25 I have a 3/8 hex driver that I use with my drill or air wrench. Opens it and closes it in seconds.

[@gregsarro5839]

Can u fit deep sockets standing up in that top draw?

[@randomstuff25]

The large slide out drawer up top? Yes. The “hidden” part of the top, maybe. Depends on how deep.

[@peyton.c8399]

That box is good for home but idk how it would hold up in a shop...

[@othoapproto9603]

I'm still waiting on mine. Home depot has changed the delivery date three times now.

[@joelharris3389]

Husky, Milwaukee, Craftsman, Makida, all the stuff other than DeWalt at Home Depot are made in China. The Walhen stuff at Costco is made in Vietnam.

[@randomstuff25]

Most of the things we buy are foreign-made now a days. People want lower prices and companies and shareholders want bigger profit margins.

[@Tija92]

How big are the two storage areas under the wood top? Obviously the length I'm assuming is around 70" or so but how deep and how wide are they? Look like maybe 2-3" deep and 7-8" wide?

[@lensarticulate]

Could you mount a vise to the butcher block top? Would the added weight of a vise make it difficult to open or force the top to close?

[@randomstuff25]

You could definitely mount a vise to it. And with the rising top it would be easy to bolt it down from underneath. The weight shouldn’t be too much to keep from raising it. It’s very easy because of the way it’s geared.

[@AntLive29]

Do you think a vise can be installed?

[@randomstuff25]

Yes you could install one. You’d just have to place it so that the bolts don’t interfere with the rising/lowering mechanics.

[@Thetimbercruiser]

Is the top heavy duty enough to mount a bench vise to it?

[@randomstuff25]

Yes, definitely. You'll just want to be mindful of the length and location of the bolts that hold it to the top because of the ability to raise/lower the top.

[@undertowbill]

Reading the comments first because I have the same question. I want to mount a vise for my rifle on one end and mount my re-loader on the other end.

[@wscottgiglio]

The rising top is a neat feature. Would it be feasible to use a drill to raise and lower it more quickly?

[@randomstuff25]

Sure. The handle uses a hex-shaped end, so as long as you have one that fits that would be a good idea.

[@testradav]

Can the top handle a heavy duty vise bolted down? meaning, would the side/torque forces when manipulating something on the vise mess with the raising mechanism?

[@randomstuff25]

I haven’t tried, but it seems solid enough that you could bolt down a vice pretty securely. You would just have to be mindful of the space underneath for the mechanism. But there’s a good deal of room down there.

[@jackmoore5306]

What is the usable dimensions of the drawer depth front to back

[@randomstuff25]

Just a hair under 22”

[@saberman1]

Can that top be replaced if needed?

[@randomstuff25]

Not sure. I haven’t really taken a look underneath. I imagine it just bolts on though, so it probably could be replaced if needed.

[@saberman1]

I would like to bolt on a thicker more bulletproof top. Something that can take a beating and not worry about scratching it.

[@Superfreak_willys]

Did they discontinue the matte black with the oak top box? I can’t find one anywhere. Can only find all the gloss colored or stainless top boxes.

[@randomstuff25]

I’m not sure. It’s still on the Home Depot app, but says it’s out of stock, not discontinued. Could be supply chain issues. Maybe give the store a call and ask?

[@fubar0364]

Nice tool chest. What is the height of the storage compartment under the wood top.

[@randomstuff25]

There is about 2.5” of depth under the top. I have enough space to put a framing level in a plastic case. It’s the green one you can see between my old toolbox and workbench in the beginning of the video.

[@fubar0364]

@@randomstuff25 Thank you for answering that.

[@ExploringLifeWithChris]

The Amazon link you posted has the price set at more than double the price at Home Depot. 🔥

[@randomstuff25]

Yeah those third party resellers are a bunch of scalpers! 🤣

[@bluegrafboy]

I am looking to get one of these as well how does it roll?

[@randomstuff25]

It rolls nice and smooth. I haven’t rolled it much since I put it in place, but the few times I have I haven’t had any issues.

[@bluegrafboy]

@@randomstuff25 thank you

[@STREETFIGHTER50]

Is this box built with 18 gauge steel or 19 gauge? I see on Home Depot’s website it’s listed as 19 gauge, but when you watch their video they say 18 gauge steel?? 🤷‍♂️

[@randomstuff25]

Sorry, I wouldn’t know. 18 seems more likely. I’ve never heard of 19 gauge steel. Typo maybe?

[@STREETFIGHTER50]

@@randomstuff25 I was thinking the same. Hopefully it is

[@jeffcallicott9269]

I think the 61” Husky Heavy Duty uses 18 gauge steel, whereas this 72” box uses 19 gauge.

[@jred5153]

@RandomStuff I can't find any info on whether the top is food safe. I want to use it for a kitchen work bench for baking breads and stuff. Any clue?

[@randomstuff25]

I don’t know for sure, but the top does seem to scratch fairly easy. That would probably make it hard to clean for food prepping purposes.

[@OldManEnduro]

Put a coat of food grade epoxy on it.

[@honor4thoseb471]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂😂😂

[@garyc3936]

Yikes

[@oldmustang-1969]

Bought 1 and none in stock 3 times . Finally found this model in a store and 150 off plus 100 for credit ap . Good for 1000 bucks .HF's version is 1700 and plenty in stock.

[@Yz376]

What’s the inside depth of the shallowest drawers?

[@randomstuff25]

The shallowest drawers are 1 1/8” inch tall. Perfect for pliers, wrenches, screw drivers, etc.

[@Yz376]

@@randomstuff25 thank you sir.

[@PERRYS_PROPS]

thanks. you can put some plexiglass on the top, or a clear piece of matting

[@WalterMelons]

A large piece of leather would be good too.

[@garyc3936]

I use mine to torture stray cats on

[@rickwalling1148]

Put down a Ayer of poly!!

[@randomstuff25]

I thought about it, but I’ve just decided to live with it. Haha. The first few scratches bothered me, but now that they’re all over I don’t sweat it. They’re not deep and can only be seen in certain conditions. Similar to swirl marks on a car (which bother me a lot more 😂).

[@johnwilliamson9453]

@@randomstuff25 My solution would be to put 18 ga. sheet steel (paint grip) on top. Probably only on 1/3 of the length for the heavier work space.

[@eastwindfarms3671]

Nice chest! Still working well for ya?

[@randomstuff25]

Yes! I still love it. I’ll be making an update video now that I’ve filled it up and used it for a while.

[@Steve0885]

Just me but I'd take all that elevated stuff off

[@glomslevikarical]

Mine came with bunch of lousy stickers all over it.

[@garyc3936]

I’m sorry that happened to you and hope you’re able to eventually make a full recovery