Machine Tool / CNC Field Service Toolbox Tour

There's just something magical about peeking into another man's drawers... Let's take a look at my field service toolbox.

[@blatantmisconception]

Your lock out tag out process isn't *just* to keep OSHA happy. If you've never had a dipstick turn on or energize a machine or wiring you're working, you sir are blessed. Those LOTO are for dipstick defense. The world is crawling with 'em and more and more are being made everyday! Don't let one get you.

[@robertbaker1381]

It’s kind of refreshing to hear someone speak that knows what they’re talking about thank you for the video

[@lazyjack8081]

I have a same Kennedy box. Bought it in 1971. What a workhorse. It's retired now, had seen a truck in 20 years. I guess it is time to call her back into service before it is too late for me enjoy her one more time.

[@WatchWesWork]

They are tough boxes. Mine survived totaling a truck while it was sitting on the floor. Just a small dent in the lid.

[@erickieffer8440]

I love Armstrong tools too, wish they were still around. That’s a beautiful piece of property, I can see your dog enjoys his time out there.

[@gregd931]

Thank you for reminding me about schleping around tools. Between my belt and box, I was constantly relocating about 80 ponds of crap for over 20 years. Got myself a Snap-On approved, total knee replacement as a consolation prize. Good times...

[@giovannioro1642]

I just wanted to thank you for this video. I have the entire Milwaukee Packout drawers and boxes. I also have a 3 drawer portable Craftsman. I watched tons looking for ideas for a junkyard toolbkz and yours is the most complete I have ever seen. Even found a Kennedy 1022 for $85 locally on OfferUp. The sheer amoubt of tools you crammed in there is unbelievable. I wanted to let you know that your video is helping us out here. Thank you.

[@semilog643]

Makes me happy to see, as a rank amateur home-shop person and mechanic, that although my basic kit is not so well-sorted or refined, it's really very similar. I especially like that there's nothing precious or bling about your kit. Just the business. Learned a lot here, and especially like the separate caddy for messy stuff.

[@juddteckenbrock4395]

23 year industrial mechanic here, I enjoyed this video just like I do all of your videos. I would like to respectfully disagree on your nanny state comment about the lock out tag out though. I have friends and coworkers who are permanently injured or dead because they didn’t take the time to lock out a piece of machinery. You are more than entitled to your opinion, and I say this with a great deal of respect to you and your craft. Keep those great videos coming, I really enjoy them all!

[@snarkylive]

He's just joking, he makes sure a machine is dead and morons are away before he sticks his hand in the mechanisms and makes sure to stay away from stuff that kills to begin with. You can tell because he has all his fingers, and there are a lot of youtubers that don't.

[@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied]

“They didn’t take the time”

[@davetestu]

Great footage of Maximilian Q. Dog in his prime. Had a pointer like him once. Just being around a creature with that much unfettered joy lifts your heart.

[@gregoryenste8459]

I watched this video four or five years ago. Pretty cool see how much Wes has grown.

[@martylost167]

Always a teacher and great family man. Keep them coming even if they repeat.

[@MrCentipede072]

I've used that same Estwing hammer for years. I always called it a drilling hammer. You're right about mobile maintenance, the less you carry the better. I got a hernia and four weeks off from lugging around too many tools. Great video! Thanks!

[@treebasher]

Wes, thanks for this video. I just "rediscovered" it and it got me to thinking about the tools that travel with me in the back of my pickup. I work for an industrial pump distributor and often run into things that can be fixed on the spot. Also, I work with our guys doing precision millwrighting, typically equipment installation and alignment. I have a Kennedy K24 with all of my measuring tools in it that is invaluable for that type of work. Thanks again for the content and the mental jumpstart!

[@TinkerLynx]

For anybody looking for that toolbox. They are now branded Homak. they bought Kennedy a year or two ago.

[@boblinda1738]

Starting thinking about what I need to bring with me when the time comes I hit the road. This box is a great setup. Another excellent vid, Wes.

[@danielgeng2306]

I’ve got a waterloo cantilever toolbox that will be getting a set of chest handles, great idea Wes !

[@svtelos4726]

Okay, I've been binge watching in reverse for a while. I now know that you are a true tool junkie. Welcome to the club. Also, Ive noticed that you too are a collector of skills, not just tools. Engineer, (electrical/ controls), Machinist, Mechanic, photographer, etc. it takes one to know one. :) BTW as a result of all these interests, you will be happy, healthy and successful. Guaranteed.

[@Flowtester1]

That dog has a one of a kind personality.

[@dbusby77]

Boy the ole pup is having fun running and hunting for a critter. Great looking dog!

[@hortfishing2812]

Then the specialist says... You're screwed. Those are a lot of tools that are properly organized and in a smart selection. I love cantilever boxes, even though I don't have the expensive ones I own a Stanley (came with some tools)and a excel. Great video.

[@jonesey1981]

That is a happy dog. Thanks for sharing, learned a lot with the tips about saving space with duplicate metric and imperial sizes.

[@melvincadawas9644]

Watched this video too many times but never got tired.i also have a china made cantilever toolbox and got that inspiration from you.thanks for sharing.

[@WatchWesWork]

The Kennedy suffered some dents and bruises when the F-250 was totaled, but it still works perfectly. They're tough boxes.

[@JoshMurrah]

Thanks for the tour - opened my eyes to what a good cantilever toolbox looks like and great tips on skimping on duplicate sizes. Treasure those 1022 boxes, Homak nor Northern Tools show them on their sites - I had to buy a new old stock one from an internet vendor for high price.

[@UncleBman]

Thank you for sharing, I cannot think I have ever seen a better thought out tool set for just about anything actually.

[@WatchWesWork]

Thanks. It's not enough tools to assemble a 2,500 ton press or a self winding watch, but it's good for most things I run into.

[@lovemym16]

Im an auto guy, I actually keep a box just like that with all handtools you need to do 90% of the work on the most common vehicles just in case.

[@1337penguinman]

Yeah, that's my truck box. Started carrying it back in my quick lube days. As one of the only guys there they trusted to actually fix stuff instead of simply draining and filling oil I'd get the job of driving out to look at the occasional vehicle on the side of the road that had just been to our shop. Most of the time it wasn't our fault, but it was usually easier just to fix the issue than trying to argue with them. Especially when you're paid hourly.

[@clinthillard2219]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experiences with us for free. I work on similar equipment as well and like seeing how others approach the same challenges I do. I have rewatched a lot of your videos. We have the same Clark forklift that needs the same things you fixed. Thanks again.

[@thebackwoodsmechanic5029]

I handle industrial equiptment repairs for a commercial business and you're right. We use specific tools to fix tge Bill of the problems . Proto & Sk are great for these jobs, plus Ridged pipe wrenches & channellock tools. But I also handle their fleet vehicles so there's more tools for that. Good video

[@MarzNet256]

Nice setup. I have an Astro metric 19 piece 3/8" drive set (6-24) in a husky 20" 3-drawer box. There is the usual flex head ratchet, extension and universal. But because these sockets have a 17mm hex drive, there is also included a Koken 17mm Nut-Grip socket to attach when needed (which turns them into deep sockets). Also, a 17mm craftsman V-series XXL single flex double box end wrench can also drive the sockets (and they can be retained in the box ends by using an Ersnt 3/8" Twist-Lock socket rail clip).

[@drive-channel1834]

Awesome! Thanks for sharing. I'm a heavy equipment field mechanic, often times have to work on a machine that's not accessible by my vehicle. Sometimes I have to fly to go to the jobsite, your "Flying Tools" video is great and inspirational. So yeah have to have a setup that is kinda "high speed, low drag". I use Toyo Toolboxes for that situation. The T-410 and T-470. They're shaped kinda like a suitcase.

[@EnriqueReyesJrREALTOR]

I like your tool box, & choices of tools. You can definitely tackle just about anything needed with your assortment of tools. BTW, I love your dog. I have a similar setup of tools, & a treeing Tennessee Brindle. Keep On Living Life! 😊

[@carlosecabezas]

Loved the intro,..and math you did with sizes,…I will follow that,…great tool box tour!…

[@lornie212]

Thank you for sharing. A lot of thought went into that selection of tools.

[@WatchWesWork]

Yes. It took a few tries to get to this setup. It works pretty well.

[@lincolnsampaiobr]

I like yours tools, and like how much max is happy with you on the snow running ;)

[@paulbee8327]

Wright or Proto for combination wrenches are good substitutes for your Armstrongs. Great video! My uncle was a Millwright, Dad was a Machinist and Metal Spinner, Grandpa was a Tool and Die maker. I am a Commercial HVAC Mechanic.

[@PaulJacksonOttawa]

Great video Sir. I really like the way you do it. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@pedropedro2837]

The best tool box organization I ever see thanks you are very smart person

[@randr10]

I've seen consumer-oriented versions of this, but when I'm traveling and need a pretty large assortment of tools to get the work done, I prefer to use a two wheel dolly instead of something like this 4-wheel. The one I travel with is just a cheapo HF off road dolly and I strap the toolbox and whatever else I need right to it in a stack up. It works fantastic and it's a very cheap practical solution. Great thing about that one is it's perfect for u-pick junkyard runs because of the big pneumatic tires. You wouldn't want to pull a motor with anything short of what I travel with, and it's heavy.

[@kevinchildress6569]

Interesting you have a roll of safety wire keyed on that rt away 35 yr A/P mechanic here love the videos learn something every time I watch one keep them coming

[@williamking6531]

Excellent job on. your tool box and explanation of your inventory. I actually learned something to day.

[@spacecat7247]

Reminds me of my old kennedy kit. It was destroyed in a truck wreck. Dog box on a cart is nice.

[@markboyd3431]

Love the Proto sockets and ratchets and the Mayhew. Lots of good USA made stuff.

[@BOFH402]

I found out about Kroil when I was doing some gunsmithing for myself and there was a barrel that had not been moved since the rifle was put together in 1942. I put Kroil on the exposed threads went in for lunch, when I came back it was still hard to turn but it broke free finally.

[@tanveerkhan9221]

You guys in America are lucky you have the best tool boxes in the world the cost of shipping for an empty toolbox to UK is ridiculous

[@WatchWesWork]

I don't know if they are the best but they are pretty good. Facom and Hazet and Geodore make nice boxes in Europe.

[@HVBasti]

We also have some pretty nice toolboxes here in Germany made by Hazet or Stahlwille.

[@jpedraza17]

Murica.

[@dattape2828]

Try a Trusco Japanese Box toolbox for lighter use

[@mawazoselemani614]

HVBasti ..what about here in Africa made in china!

[@jpedraza17]

I used those same crimpers in High school for auto tech. They work beautifully

[@WatchWesWork]

They work well for most things.

[@Georgiadawgs_]

Great video can’t wait to put something together like this. Especially the Kennedy tool box and rolling cart

[@jimmywax247]

I have a separate load out of tools for when I go to the refinery. Most of my German tools get left at home since they tend to walk off in the refinery. My channellock and klein tools tend to stay put where I left them and not go wandering.

[@WatchWesWork]

Yeah, you don't want them to be too nice. I know a guy who lost his entire Snap-On tool kit when he checked it for an international flight. Never saw it again.

[@StefanGotteswinter]

Interesting! I rarely do field work, but I am always curious to see what people take with them. I also always peek into the toolboxes of outside maintenance guys that come into our shop, quite a variety of tools they bring. Btw: You pronounced Knipex very german ;)

[@WatchWesWork]

The Post Apocalyptic Inventor has a great video about German hand tools. He pointed out that Knipex likely would have chosen a different name if they had known they would become a huge global brand.

[@lwoodt1]

Nice inspirational video tour. Organization is everything.Thank you .

[@pvendeloo7512]

the hazet assistent might be somthing for you as well, it's about the same size but also provides a small work surface, like a mini bench top, nice box.

[@michaelbuddy]

Learned a lot from this tool kit. I like the idea of the separate bin for oils and other chemicals. Trying to figure out a handy container set to hold the things I'd like to make sure and have with me. Something that is smaller probably, I wouldn't need to take large bottles of solvent for example but having a little bottle would be nice for sure. You got hand cleaner or wear rubber gloves?

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

He flew over that fence like Steve McQueen!

[@jasonn.3191]

I work at RTD in Wisconsin and I think you bought your Tree 1260 from us. I recognized the hose reel mounted on the top in another video. It was a great machine I was sorry to see it go. Hope it is serving you well and I enjoy your videos.

[@WatchWesWork]

Wow. Yes I think it's possible. I actually bought it from my customer who likely bought it from you. The way covers were completely trashed. The chips had ruined one of the ball screw thrust bearings. There's also a small issue with the tool changer pneumatics. It's a beast of a machine. I like it a lot.

[@BTWM]

Wow what a young, fast pup!

[@liveyourbestlife1513]

Pretty nice tools…proto, Wright, fluke, Kennedy, Armstrong, estwing, Sk, knipex, channel lock. No cheap junk!

[@MrShobar]

No inspection mirror? We used to connect the rollers to the bottom of the box directly, and used the handle end from a water-ski tow rope as a tug.

[@jiojimenez1120]

That kroil is amazing, we use it on planes all day.

[@richardbates2367]

Cool I like your mini reversible Klein screwdriver i have the 10-1 Klein interchangeable bit screwdriver and I also picked up a OEM tools brand 11-1 interchangeable bit screwdriver it has a valve core removal bit also, and in the master force tool box video you showed your AutoZone line wrenches I also have bought the great neck line wrenches in the mid 80's they were about the only affordable useable line wrenches you could get i also in the early 90's i think around 1996 bought cal van and cal hawk metric line wrenches from napa, and advance auto parts also made in usa i had around $70 in both sets of line wrenches about the best most diy people could get at the time i wasn't spending $115 for the same metric line wrenches because they said craftsman..so I used what i had and don't get me wrong i bought several craftsman usa, and Taiwan made tools but the line wrenches really were not made that much different and the metric craftsman ones were expensive, and even now most of my metrics and sae line wrenches are second hand usa Blackhawk and new Britain line wrenches minus two sizes of metric i could not find on ebay $112

[@EvanLoveland-m8s]

New school Millwright here. Been in the trade 8 years. My 3 EDC tools are 2 - 6" Channel Lock adjustable wrenches 0- 1-1/2 and a Leatherman Wave. If i cant fix it then, i need to bring it to the Maintenance Bay 😅

[@joshuagarrett3424]

Great informational video. I just started as a year 1 apprentice millwright. Right now I have a 5 drawer 26in craftsman tool box. It's OK but it's sooo big and heavy to get out the car and move around the sites I go to. Looking to transition to 2 smaller boxes to carry my stuff.

[@ShainAndrews]

1:28 I think you forgot tape and a sharpie in either the maintenance guy or the electrification. Love opening a cabinet to see hieroglyphics outlining the "modification" that nobody, including the guy himself, can understand only 10 minutes later. Been bombing through some of your videos today. Ya picked up a new subscriber. Keep up the good work!

[@WatchWesWork]

Welcome aboard. My favorite electrician shenanigan is the unistrut. Don't get me wrong, it's great stuff, but they go crazy with it. They'll spend 2 hours cobbling together $400 in unistrut fittings to make some contraption I could have built in 5 minutes with a hack saw and a welder.

[@rhythmandacoustics]

Nice setup. I personally do not like having 2 or 3 socks of the same size, like shallow then deep. In my experience I mostly used wrenches rather than sockets and if I use sockets it is with an impact wrench gun. In my old job, in the chemical plant, the company provided all the tools. From very small tools to very large tools. Now that I am changing companies I started to buy my own tools, and I will say that most tools are dam expensive. In my old job almost everything I used were power tools, and large machines. Bandsaw, angle grinders, impact drivers, welding machines, lathes, mills, plasma cutters, etc. Even the electronic table had equipment that costs so much many just for a few tools. Apart from the allen wrenches, and regular wrenches, punches, and brushes, I think most of these hand tools I almost never use. I think you are missing pipe wrenches, and a level. Very nice setup by the way. I like the file tool roll. My wrenches are in a roll.

[@Ddabig40mac]

That's a well-considered tool set. I favor a 3 pound drilling hammer what for smacking drifts and punches. I have been considering a small 12-14 ounce ball peen for fine work, like tapping out sheared bolts.

[@WatchWesWork]

I like the 3 pounder, but it does wear you out swinging it for any length of time.

[@-Nobody-1]

Fantastic set up, we both have similar tastes when setting up tool kits. I am going to have to subscribe now!

[@WatchWesWork]

Welcome aboard.

[@bcbloc02]

Good to see what you use. I find I can fix a heck of a lot with 2 adjustable wrenches a hammer and a screwdriver.

[@WatchWesWork]

That will get you pretty far, but you pretty much have to have a set of hex keys to do anything with machine tools. I've never figured out why socket head cap screws are so common on machine tools, but they all use them. I worked with some guys at a steel mill once who used to remove and install socket head cap screws with a little 6" pipe wrench when they could get to the outside of them.

[@hammurambi]

@@WatchWesWork I work in a powdered metal plant and basically everything we use is massive socket cap screws

[@MetrologyEngineer]

I'd love to see some of the machines you work on. Also at 14:50 a comment on putting handles on your files I head some where in some country in Europe I'm not sure if it was Germany or Austria I apparently it's illegal for a workplace to have files without handles because it is considered a huge safety hazard. Honestly I could of been Sweden now that I think about it considering their through automotive safety standards... I don't remember but if I do ever have to use a file without a handle I try to remember how dangerous of a tool it can be if the file were to grab and shove the tang of the file straight through the palm of your hand or wrist.

[@vpitool]

"Max has his winter camo on" Hilarious!

[@WatchWesWork]

He wears it all the time.

[@andrewscott8892]

I just bought almost all the Armstrong round head ratchets, contoured and knurled handles.. that a very cool road you were on and I wanted to ask where it is but if you are out on a run on it then it's close to where you live so I will not lol

[@desertdweller9548]

Lots of good advice here. Kroil fan myself, also like Mouse Milk as a backup option. Duckbill pliers are underrated for sure too.

[@mdouglaswray]

Love the shots of your dog!

[@donaldgay9501]

I seen that tool box and had no choice but to subscribe. My motto has always been do more with less no need to bring the whole tool store with you

[@deemstyle]

Fantastic kit! Really well thought out and compact!

[@WatchWesWork]

Thanks.

[@robertspence831]

I love the Kennedy stuff. First rate.

[@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied]

Love your toolbox, and your “nanny state” comment.

[@tiddums1151]

Man, did I laugh about your comment on electrical tape. You hit the nail on the head with that.

[@apocalyptico5092]

Great box and kit! Your set-up is nearly identical to mine that I've used for 10 years.

[@WatchWesWork]

Interesting. I've always been amazed that multiple guys doing the exact same work will have totally different tools.

[@Thrawnization]

I do CNC repair, mostly ball screws and LM guides. On one hand I'm a tool addict that's right on the edge of buying a big box truck and putting all of my tools in it, but realistically I do the majority of my work with a good selection of Allen sockets, ball end sockets, a few wrenches and sockets, Allen keys, pliers, some bits and a ratcheting screwdriver, a few files, punches, hammer, couple of bars, and a micrometer. While it's annoying working on one thing and knowing you have exactly what you need 2000mi away in your shop, it's just not realistic to haul around a three bank, six foot high tool box everywhere.

[@WatchWesWork]

There's a company in my area that rebuild stamping presses. The guys wheel their big roll around boxes into a box truck with a lift gate and head for the job site. But, they are tearing down a 2,000 ton press in a remote location, so they kind of need everything.

[@lwilton]

Merry Christmas! Neat toolbox arrangement. I'm really surprised that you didn't have two each of 1/2 and 9/16 end wrenches. I don't know how many times I've come across a nut and bolt or pair of jam nuts where I couldn't get a socket on one end and had to use a pair of wrenches.

[@WatchWesWork]

Most times I can borrow a wrench if needed. I mostly work in machine shops. Most are pretty well equipped.

[@strangefruit8776]

I would recommend you add a set or two of knipex wrench pliers. They are probably the handiest tool I’ve found to carry.

[@intjonmiller]

Strangefruit 100% agreed. Pliers that feel like they're made by Mitutoyo.

[@WatchWesWork]

I should try them. I remember seeing them about 10 years ago. Guys were using them for plumbing work.

[@strangefruit8776]

I was skeptical at first because they seemed to me like an “as seen on tv” type deal but I love them now. Just wish I had every size of them and the cobra pliers.

[@minskmade]

the knoipex wrench pliers are frekaing amazing..i have the tooth jaw ones and the smoooth non abrasive ones.

[@-Nobody-1]

I always have 7.5" pliers wrench, 7.5" cobra pliers, and a 6 in 1 screwdriver in my pockets. One of the most solid EDC's a guy could have.

[@norherman]

Good selection and well lay out.

[@ENCwwe]

This was an excellent video!

[@MetrologyEngineer]

17:00 100lb ≈ 45 kg I'm impressed 40kg is a pretty darn good estimate for 100lb in your head. It's hard to device by 2.205, 2.21, or even just 2.2 in your head... At least it is for me.

[@paulb8264]

I need to get on that inch/metric combo sets for sockets and wrenches. I currently only carry around 1/4 sets of inch and metric short sockets because the work I do is on a very specific set of machines so I can get away with just the small set but If I could shave some weight the baggage handlers at the airports would be grateful. I could shrink my wrench sets that way as well. I love the hack saw for key stock. I "cheat" and use my Knipex 8in bolt cutters and a file for making keys because the biggest size I run into is 3/16in.

[@WatchWesWork]

Some are very close. 5/32 and 4mm, 5/16 and 8mm, 7/16 and 11mm, 5/8 and 16mm, 3/4 and 19mm. Once you get over 3/4, most sizes are close enough. 13/16 will almost always work on 21mm, 7/8 and 22mm, 15/16 and 24mm, 1-1/16 and 27mm, 1-3/16 and 30mm, 1-1/4 and 32mm. There's also a lot sizes that are basically never used. 7, 9, 11, 20, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 29, 31 are all very rarely used outside of oddball European cars. If they are used, it's likely because the bolt is actually an inch size.

[@paulb8264]

Thanks for the heads up. I have to take inventory and see it is even worth pruning the socket/wrenches and not just the other junk.Thankfully I don't mess with much over 3/4 and those are usually leveling feet and the adjustable usually gets that job. If I really want to be serious about losing weight I should just up end my bag and clean out the junk. I may have a pound or so of misc hardware filling the bottom of my bag because I can never find the bolts I need onsite.

[@UnOrigionalOne]

Skipping compatible Imperial/Metric sizes is a great idea. I have to do that too.

[@thebackwoodsmechanic5029]

I have that same Kennedy box . They're very durable boxes

[@timbodtoolman7025]

Very cool Lot of thought went into that setup 👍👊🏻😎

[@jeffnagel918]

Nice showing of your tbox! I work in the field and fly quite a bit, I do a variety of work, so I have to plan custom most every trip. So frustrating to have to fly with tools. My Pelican weighs 12 pounds, leaves only 38 for tools if I'm not gold status with united. I am very stubborn about ever taking a tool out of my away bag, nothing worse than showing up somewhere without that tool that as you stated is not duplicated! Nice work Wes, Merry Christmas!

[@WatchWesWork]

It's the same for me. I have 3 sets of tools, shop tools, field service tools, and air travel tools. I leave them each set up and ready to go. Just my multimeter and a few special tools are shared.

[@jeffnagel918]

lol, my multimeter was the missing tool on my reference above....

[@BarlowBrigade]

Well another late night binge watch.... Maxx was so young...or are we just getting old... LOL Most millwrights where I worked showed you wit a 12inch crescent and a flashlight!!! Then if that was not enough...then they went and got the tool truck... LOL 😆

[@kevin_ps_144.1]

Thanks for the review... best tool box review I've seen.

[@samsonian]

Anyone else start hearing the “Happy Dog” tiktok song as Max goes zooming by?

[@sergey_sovetsky]

That's very smart toolbox. Mine is not as comperhensive, but it's not as heavy either and I it's just personal in-the-car set, I don't work as mechanic. But most basic tools are the same or similar.

[@KeystoneOutdoorsman]

As an Electrician I use a Kennedy 20" box. I prefer it over a bag. Hard to find a 1022B box, they are awesome.

[@RagedContinuum]

I just got a 1022 off fleabay.. hoping to put all my nice handtools in it to serve as a tool chest inside the house. I also bought a proto/facom 20" tote for venturing outside of the house... I think it's great for a mix of hand and battery powered tools

[@carlcarlamos9055]

Excellent. The double fold out boxes seem to have lost their popularity in North America, but seem to be popular in Europe. I like your dollie. Your allusion to “fitters” could be misconstrued because that is what Steamfitters go by. I believe you were referring to Millwrights. I’ve worked with some very fine Millwrights in my career. Thanks for a good video. Take care.

[@jeffk2467]

Can you tell me more on the mm sae size crossover sizes? Which sizes of each do you actually carry? I’m carrying a full set of each and it’s getting old. Actually, I’m getting old. Thanks for making and sharing the videos!

[@WatchWesWork]

I should do a whole video about it. 8mm = 5/16, 11mm = 7/16, 16mm = 5/8, 19mm = 3/4, 21mm will almost always work for 13/16, but the opposite is not always true, 22mm = 7/8, 24mm = 15/16, 27mm = 1-1/16, 30mm = 1-3/16, 32mm = 1-1/4, 33mm = 1-5/16 (common truck lug nut size).

[@jeffk2467]

Wes Johnson Services many thanks for the reply and further details. Truly appreciate it!

[@amandabudgets9861]

Watch Wes Work thanks

[@justinmeasday8930]

@@WatchWesWork Thanks for this. I had noticed some sizes seemed the same, but had not realized how many.

[@ChevyConQueso]

@@WatchWesWork I made a spreadsheet for this actually, and it's a great approach for someone buying more expensive premium brand singles to make one single set, especially with retailers that sell the set for the same amount as the individuals added together. I've kept the sizes that are slightly larger than the metric/SAE counterpart, since the larger fits on both but possibly not the other way. Keep anything under 8mm and 1/4. They are tiny and take no weight as it is, but are different enough that they don't work well on overlap. My Metrimperial stripped socket set in order from smallest to largest: 1/4", 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 3/8", 10mm, 7/16", 12mm, 13mm, 9/16", 15mm, 16mm, 11/16", 18, 3/4", 20mm, 21mm, 7/8", 23mm (if you even have it/need it), 24mm, 1" Bam. You just cut 12 sockets from a total of 32 if you don't need the 23mm. That's about 1 normal sized rail worth. There are several options the bigger they get as it really matters less. You and I may have these sizes, but many don't, so you pick whatever you happen to have that is close or what you need, or will simply get it done, loose and sloppy or not. Do what you gotta do, we've all been there. Big sockets are heavy so the less you need the better. 1 1/16" OR 27mm (27 preferable), 1 1/8", 29mm, 1 3/16", 1 1/4" OR 32 (32 preferable), 1 5/16", 34mm, 35mm, 1 7/16", 37, 1 1/2", 39, 40, 1 5/8", 42, 43, 1 3/4" The furthest notable sizes from their counterparts (under 1", and assuming they are true to size) are: 13mm: 2.31% larger than 1/2. May be too sloppy for you. I don't usually have issues and use both at the same time often. 9/16: 2.01% larger than 14mm. Same as above. 17mm: 2.65% smaller than 11/16. 11/16, 17, and 18 get iffy. 18 can usually spin all three, but watch those corners. 13/16, 20, 21mm: - 20 is 3.09% smaller than 13/16. But 13/16 is only 1.73% smaller than 21. Keep 20 and 21. Larger than 1" or 25mm: Measure and decide what you need. There is a LOT of usable overlap here, but most people do not carry these unless HD mechanics. Carry only the specific sizes you need for your work. The object is to cut down on weight, right? Hope that helps someone.

[@262markm]

love your videos im an industrial electrican with a side of auto mechanics at home lol

[@robertdieder4178]

Awesome comprehensive tool set!

[@scrapperstacker8629]

Those SK screw drivers are the best ever made!!

[@DougT25427]

The tool show was cool but... Max was the star of this video.

[@Shockedbywater]

Electrician here .... the intro was 100% accurate. LOL

[@_P0tat07_]

I’m a student machinist with a harbor freight box full of snap on tools 🤣🤣🤣 sure, most of them I won’t end up using for machining related work. But still. I love me some good tools.

[@johnclintonmusicandmore]

thats a lot of stuff in one little tool box nice video