December Tool Haul / How I Get More Tools for Less Money! / Milwaukee, Knipex, ICON, Klein, Vessel

Sharing my Tool Haul over the last month... Sharing the tools I picked up to allow you to see if you want any reviewed... but I mostly want to share how I get some tools for cheap...even FREE!
At the end I also give a Job-Site walkthrough for those who ask what kind of work I have been doing lately.
Hope this helps you in some way. Let me know if you have any questions in the comments below and THANKS FOR WATCHING!
The following marked (Affiliate Link) are Amazon Affiliate Links for items shown in the video. I make a small commission if you make a purchase through following these links. Thanks for supporting the channel!
If you would like a link for something you see in the video, just let me know and I will post them here.
Klein 11-1 Impact (Home Depot Non Affiliate Link) - www.homedepot.com/p/Klein-Too...
My Review for the Klein 11-1 Impact - • Klein Tools 11-1 IMPAC...
Klein 8-1 Insulated Precision Screwdriver (Home Depot Non Affiliate Link) - www.homedepot.com/p/Klein-Too...
My Review for the Klein 8-1 Precision Insulated Screwdriver - • Klein Tools 8 in 1 Ins...
Occidental Leather Pouch 5523 (Affiliate Link) - amzn.to/3WhKDUA
My Review for the Occidental Leather Pouch - • Occidental Leather Pou...
Stanley Fat Max 16' AutoLock (Home Depo Non-Affiliate Link) - www.homedepot.com/p/Stanley-F...
Knipex Cutix (Affiliate Link) - amzn.to/3CvVRwL
Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
03:02 Haul 1 - Gift From Subscriber
04:40 Haul 2 - Tools I Pay Full Price For
07:50 Haul 3 - Tools I Wait for a Coupon or % OFF
14:21 Haul 4 - Tools I Get for Significantly Less or Free
23:58 Outro
24:49 Jobsite Walkthrough
Vessel Ratcheting Screwdriver P2 (Affiliate Link) - amzn.to/3ilC0JT
Vessel Ratcheting Screwdriver Slotted (Affiliate Link) -amzn.to/3ZgWHaz
Vessel Slotted Blade for Ratcheting Screwdriver (Affiliate Link) - amzn.to/3ZfZUXP
ICON 6" Flush Cuts (Harbor Freight Non-Affiliate Link) - www.harborfreight.com/6-in-fl...
Milwaukee M18 Sander (Affiliate Link) - amzn.to/3w3NPI9
Milwaukee Grinder 2880-20 (Affiliate Link) - amzn.to/3ZfI3Am
Home Depot Drill Impact Free Tool Deal (Non-Affiliate Link) - www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee...
#milwaukee #knipex #tools #maintenance #kleintools #vessel #occidental #icon #icontools #harborfreight #homedepot #m18

[@THETIMINATORTHETOOLMAN]

I like the two part video. It’s nice to show people we actually work.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah… I like to film stuff when I can, but sometimes it just isn’t feasible time /schedule wise and that work getting done fast and on time is what pays my bills. I hope to do more actual work videos in the future though… I pretty much just plan for the right service calls.

[@izakgallegos5840]

I’ve done the exact same thing you’ve done over the last few years when I decided to upgrade my power tools to all Milwaukee m12 and m18. I’m not in the business of making money with my tools or contractor but any means, I just like doing my own work on my house, from flooring, plumbing, electrical, to my own automotive work. That being said I wasn’t in a hurry to acquire a lot of tools fast and waited for seasonal or holiday deals and bogos to get tools for cheap or acquire lots of batteries. Sometimes I did hacks and other times I took the tool I didn’t need or already had and turned around and resold it on market place or offerup and sometimes ended up with a cheap Milwaukee tool or in some cases made money to get a tool.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah you can come out pretty good buying additional items you don’t need and selling those than just getting bare tools. Takes some time, but if it equals more tools… I’m all in. I’m like you, there have been times I made some extra money and kept the tool I wanted… at a minimum I usually get at least 50% off.

[@garydudgeon]

Good video. Yep, I've done a lot of dollars off using Home Depot card and other good deals on Milwaukee. I also watch my Amazon wish list for savings since added.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

The best thing I’ve got by adding to my list is my Stabila Plate level… normally $360 but the price dropped to $180 one day.

[@slab4x477]

Thanks for the mention on the flush cut pliers! Keep cranking out the solid video content! Happy to see you expanding brother

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

No problem… thanks buddy 👍

[@parts7959]

Nice haul there. I’ve done the hack and returned the items to the store with no issues. Also sold some stuff on offer up. I have the m18 random orbit sander and it works great. Lots of power and great dust collection. You will like it. I also have the m18 fuel grinder but mine has the deadman switch because I bought it a while ago but it works great as well. I also picked up a Pica pencil .09 today at woodcraft.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Nice. I had to order my pencils.. No local Woodcraft for me. I usually try and sell on Facebook before returning to either let someone get that item at the same price as the return… or even make a few more dollars. Sometimes the Deadman Switch is better so you can just leave it running…. Only gets scary when you start to drop it 😂

[@Cyborg9799]

Great list impact sockets real icing on the cake. All you list are useful

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Appreciate it… I didn’t remember showing my impact sockets in that video…👍

[@jeremyneill1759]

Great tips all the way around!!!!

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

👍👍 Thank You!

[@Nainoauyeno_]

As far as blades go, I love my fastback that I keep on me. But I gotta give the award to my handy retractable red tajima razor! The twist knob locks it solid in place and the blades are the perfect balance of being flexible but not flimsy 👍

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

You are the second person to recommend their blades. The only Tajima I have is their chalk line and it’s the best I’ve used… so it wouldn’t surprise me if their other stuff is great too. Thanks for the suggestion 👍

[@buterdhams]

Thanks for video sir. If you can some more step by step, how to videos would be nice to see. Love seeing how others do their jobs. Either way. Love the tool videos.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah, I want to do more of those. I’ve been doing nothing but drywall and framing the last few months… A few service calls, but nothing exciting except for a frozen burst pipe on Christmas Eve… it was a bad situation so I didn’t want to be like “Do you care if I film your House being destroyed” or “let me set-up a camera before we turn the water off” 😂 I appreciate the suggestion… definitely want to work more of those in… I need the practice of filming and editing those.

[@harlanborders943]

You can do a little work and save you a lot of money. That’s how I get bye the old lady on tools. You don’t need that but honey look at the deal

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Another way is that Every small job around the house can’t be done without … “I’m going to need this tool to do that” being said 😂 New Toilet seat… I’m going to need a new impact and Sawzall!

[@BenSpitzerTX]

FastCap Lefty/Righty Pro Carpenter Tapes are my favorite. At $8, they are hard to beat

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I just picked up one of those up too, it’s probably on my bench right off camera. I am using it for general things… the ones in that pouch I am using for framing and drywall and I felt the blade on the FastCap didn’t feel like it may handle my roughness… it may can, I just haven’t used it much yet.

[@Eddy63]

Nice haul ... Thx for sharing ...

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

You are welcome.. thanks 👍

[@WillmannElectrical]

Jobs looking good man! The cutix is my new full time knife I love it.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I think I will like it. I need a more ridgid knife more often than a flexible one is why that type has not been my normal. I think I will really like it for Ceiling Grid times.

[@EngineersPerspective701]

Fatmax is king! The autolock is my favorite. I do find the 25’ standard is a bit bulky and the 16’ spring is a bit strong but they are all just stellar performers

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

So far my 25’ have been doing well. I have never got FatMax before because they seemed so plain…. But maybe they know they have a good product and don’t have to go overboard on “extras”. Only thing I don’t like about them so far is that they aren’t 2-sided… I’ve kinda got used to that. I wanted a 16’ to fit in my pouch better and decided to try a auto lock… haven’t had one of those in any brand for a long time. Appreciate you watching… my initials twin 😂

[@paintball130]

i don't think i've ever used an auto lock tape measure at work. But i bet it would like it. I might have to pick one up and give it a try

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I haven’t used one in a long time… it’s been mixed reviews from everyone… I will see how this one holds up…

[@Petesworkshop2225]

I love mine, usually only measure shorter distance, but it's nice.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

@@Petesworkshop2225 👍

[@thebackwoodsmechanic5029]

You & I have similar methods to shopping and why . Good stuff

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Appreciate it 👍. I figure most people on KZbin knew about “The Hack” at Home Depot… but most people I run into never know about it. Thought I’d share just in case someone didn’t.

[@Mike-dn4ju]

The spine feature of the cutix knife is the best feature.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah I think it makes the knife really useful… gives you more opportunity to use it 👍

[@brianhall9019]

Thanks for the shout out. Glad you like the battery cases. I’ve hacked the heck out of Home Depot. I too have a bunch of tools, but rarely pay full price.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah, I learned about it by watching Tool Boss... Thats the main reason I have been able to Transition to all Milwaukee Tools so fast. I have bought tools, walked out the register end, walked back in the Customer service end and returned part of it before going to my truck. Sometimes I try selling them on Facebook first to allow someone to buy it for the cheaper price if they are looking for that tool first. Thanks for the cases, they are nice to fit in those pockets.

[@brianhall9019]

That’s how I learned the hack too. I’ve used weekly pill minder containers for my Wagos…never thought of the battery cases, great tip. Thanks for the content. You rock.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

@@brianhall9019 👍 I figure most people watching KZbin videos know about it already, but I’ve tried to quit thinking that way… there may be someone who watches this one that doesn’t know about it

[@buterdhams]

Haha we need to step up our game ahaha

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

@@buterdhams you need my address 😂😂

[@kobie4238]

Ive gotten so many free tools this way i love homedepot and ebay. Also grainger, their super expensive but have crazy deals sometimes on milwaukee.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Same for me on both Home Depot and eBay…I have tried Grainger once… I thought I was getting a good deal on the M12 Fuel Bandsaw but they ended up canceling my order.

[@hw2508]

Great that someone shows to cut a zip tie flush.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

The next person that stick their hands in will really appreciate it… always have to remember the next person may be you 👍

[@mytoolbox871]

I've been doing he hack since 2018. I basically have everything i need and keep on updating to newer ones. great video

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Same here… new tools (if I keep mine in good shape) cost me very little. I usually sell my old ones for the price I hack the new ones 👍

[@mytoolbox871]

I am the same, I also take really good care of them. So when i sell them usually break even.

[@chrisfyfe9212]

In re: Tapes , Tajima is the best I’ve found to date . Their blades for utility knives ( including your Knipex ) are the best quality available to me !

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Good to know on the blades 👍

[@Mike-dn4ju]

Try the 1000v Knipex super Knips for side cutters. Insulated handles and kctool has them on sale for around 35.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Thanks for the suggestion… if they are Knipex, my experience tells me they are good 👍

[@onecargarage5360]

Sorry I’m late. I’ve bought 3 of the Klein 25ft magnetic tape, and had the tape break on 2 of them. For me they last about a year before the tape breaks and becomes a slight danger of causing a finger cut as the tape retracts. I wouldn’t say I’m that hard on them, but I won’t be buying another one.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Appreciate it.. I still haven’t picked one up to try yet 👍

[@nickshowsstuff435]

For flush cuts you should try the tsunoda TTC TH-150NC. I bought them a year ago or so I paid I think $16 maybe less now it’s a bit more but the version that’s about an inch or 2 smaller is still the same price that it has been for years.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I’ll take a look at them. Thanks for the suggestion 👍

[@manino04baby]

Who doesn't want to save money. Welcome to hack city!!! When you hang on to tools to long nobody wants them even if they're free. I still got my 1st gen m12 impact. I think I'm going to frame it and mount it. Sob still works

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

You are right. That’s why I have newer tools pretty often. I keep them clean and continually sell and upgrade (not everything, but my heavy users) If I buy/sell often, To me I’m out the same money over time by losing a little each transaction as spending the entire amount to buy a new tool and tossing the other… but I always have the newer tool.

[@projectpinehills]

Nice!

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

👍👍

[@Petesworkshop2225]

Nice work!!

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Thank you 👍

[@etubcsegg]

I've done a million miles of fire tops. (Sarcasm)The best is double layer 5/8s on both sides of the wall! (Sarcasm)

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah nothing quite like doing double layers… it’s the same fun x2 😂

[@three-phase562]

Interesting how you go about getting the tool deals over in the USA. I gave up on the auto tape lock, as they never seem to last that long for me.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah, I haven’t used an Auto Lock in a long time… thought I’d give one ago. It’s going in my pouch where the tape gets the most workout… so we will see how long it last. It would be nice if they would just lower the price on all tools instead of making us buy/sell stuff we don’t want… but it’s what they do with everything here. Like drinks…They Jack up the price and then put if you buy 3 you get them at a discount. That discount price is what they want to make, but now they just sold 3 instead of 1. Then if anyone doesn’t buy 3 they make an even bigger profit. It’s all a game 😂

[@jesterraj]

Auto lock is great

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I hadn’t used one in awhile.. I’ll be putting this one to the test and we will see. Thanks for your thoughts 👍

[@PSUCharger88]

I hate my autolocking fat max. The autolock is more like a slow creep now and I don't even use it that often. Love the video though

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Appreciate it… it’s taken me awhile to get used to it. I can get by with either but it depends on what I’m doing. Some things I like it, some things not so much.

[@El_Diablo_LI]

I have a couple of comments on your video. 1. Those "hacks" as they are called, are a great way to save lots of money on tools. Those of us in the know have been doing them for years. In fact, there are a few other KZbin channels dedicated to finding these hacks and occasional "glitches" which can save you even more on tools when they occur. Home Depot is the better place to find them as opposed to Lowe's because Home Depot will break down the purchase just like you showed on the receipt so you're able to return the item you don't want just to save a great deal of money. Lowe's won't allow this on the BOGO deals and this is a big reason why Home Depot far outsells Lowe's in tool sales every year. By a significant amount in fact. Maybe one day Lowe's will wake up and realize what they're missing out on, but that's their loss for now. 2. You kept calling those Stanley Fat Max tape measures 16 inches or 25 inches. They are in fact 16 foot and 25 foot tape measures. Just wanted to point that out to you. 3. The coupons you talk about from Home Depot are great ways to save money and if you know where to look for them or find them regularly, they definitely help save real money. But, they are called "koo-pons", and not "que-pons" as you called them. Lol I know you've got that southern accent that causes you to mispronounce some of these words, but in some cases it can be detrimental to your success and the growth of your channel. Other than those couple of bits of small constructive criticisms, thanks for sharing your tips, tricks and money saving methods on your channel. I'm a fan and wish you "Good luck!"

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah I caught the 25” and 16” as I watched it back. I’m not good enough at editing to attempt to fix it after I’ve filmed 😂. I stumble with words sometimes… I don’t really even speak that much in person so being quick with words on the fly is not my thing. I try to catch my grammar and pronunciation as much as possible,but I am who I am… and was born where I live. Odds are I’m not fixable at this point, the channel will just have to go where it goes 😂 As I said, I knew many people would know about the hacks and other deals… I found out about them on KZbin as well through ToolBoss. 100 % agree with you on Lowes. Thanks for watching and appreciate the suggestions 👍

[@westcoasttools5179]

Toughbuilt makes a good tape measure

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah I’ve been meaning to look at it in person when I go to Lowes… I stay away from my local Lowes as much as possible 😂… the next town over is pretty good.

[@coryohanlan194]

Morgan please tell me how that installation driver is hung on the side of your veto bag???

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

The belt clip on the Installation Driver is better than all the other M12 drills… I just clip it on one of the D-rings on the side near the top.

[@gustavomacall4997]

Decision making and why doesn't apply to me I'm just a tool addict lol

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I was trying to be sensible for the "Regular Folk".... My rules don't always apply to myself 😂😂

[@gpraceman]

I do try to get my tools on sale, especially around major holidays. But I admit, sometimes I am not patient enough or just need something sooner rather than later. I will compare prices on Amazon, Home Depot and Lowes, when applicable. Often times, I can find HD and Lowes to be cheaper. At a minimum, I can take advantage of their 10% veteran discount. Often just that discount makes it cheaper than Amazon. With Amazon, surprisingly sometimes I can get a cheaper price by ordering from the UK or Japan Amazon. I saved $13 recently on a pair of Knipex long reach needle nose pliers by ordering them from the UK. Shipping took longer, of course. Free international shipping so no added cost there. Well worth the extra wait. Being able to write off the tools as a business expense helps come tax time.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

There are some tools I want that are only on the Amazon Japan, but you have to create a new separate account right? I haven't looked into it real hard.

[@gpraceman]

@@MORGANSMaintenance Sometimes it is just finding a cheaper price on Amazon and then seeing who is fulfilling that order. It might be Amazon JP (for Japanese tools) or Amazon UK (for European tools). I think I only once ordered directly from Amazon UK. I don't think I created a new account, just used my regular login to get into that site.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

@@gpraceman 👍

[@ToolReviewsofToolsIUse]

I like the look of the knippex knife, but hardly ever use the snap off style knives, I much prefer the fixed blades. Quick question, you flashed the fastback knife briefly, do you have a preferred model? I've been after one for ages but with so many models out there I'm not sure which to get.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I really like the one with the Screwdriver… surprisingly it works well. It’s the 1505 Model. I also believe it’s the newest one. They all work well, there are a few that are a little smaller is you prefer a more compact.

[@ToolReviewsofToolsIUse]

@@MORGANSMaintenance great, thanks. I'll check it out👍

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

@@ToolReviewsofToolsIUse 👍

[@Hazan1fan]

I just bought the Vessel slotted shaft last week. It was very tough to slide in and out of the ratchet handle. Did you have that same issue?

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

It doesn’t seem to slide in as easy as the Phillips… it’s not bad, but not the same

[@GregsXbox360]

where do you get the 50$ coupon for home depot? Canadian asking for next time i head to Burlington

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I get them for having Home Depo Credit cards… they send me things like 15%, $25, $50 off your purchase of this amount, etc. Then if you sign up for a Pro Account, as you spend money through the year, after certain amounts they give you gift cards of $25, $50, etc. Those change with the more you spend over the year. I spend several thousand dollars at Home Depot, so I get quite a few of those a year.

[@Stefan_Kawalec]

Now change a word tool to "booze", buy to "drink", save to "make moonshine", etc. And rewatch that video. We're a bunch of addicts, that's what we are. And we're just looking for excuses to get more ... tools. :)) I was thinking about that Knipex knife, but I prefer my Olfas. Especially OLFA-L-5 has all the features I need - ratcheting knob lock and that metal fin. That kind of drywall jobs (26:00) may be a PITA, but from time to time I like to do them. Just to break the monotony. I also always paint my drywall/skim coats; Graco St-Max II 595 makes it really easy. And well paid.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

how to get more booze for less money… might go viral! I’ll use any deal excuse I can to get my fix 😂. I have that Olfa in my Amazon list from your original recommendation but I’m a Knipex addict too… so they got me again. I normally always at least prime my new drywall (especially with homeowners who want to paint) because I’m afraid other people won’t… but I typically do all of it too. They are wanting to get these Suites done and it was easier for us to find a painter than a Drywaller/Framer… so we subbed out painting that I could keep the ball rolling on both of them… if I had another few weeks or month I would have preferred to do it all. These demising walls weren’t as bad as some because there weren’t many mechanicals going through… just ceiling framing.

[@Cyborg9799]

The bag is a great tool. A little pricey.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

The Veto Bag in the beginning? It’s been my all around favorite bag so far… not to big, not to small.

[@josephmunoz640]

What do you do for work?

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

I just started 100% self employed last August and am doing Commercial Build-Outs (GC & Sub Contractor) and Scheduled Service Work. Before August I worked and was the Head of Facilities Maintenance for 15 years for a Campus.. and a few years as. Project Manager in commercial construction. I do a little of everything and a lot of a few things.

[@playdg]

Autolock tapes always fail. In my experience, which is homeowner only, not approaching regular or rigorous use.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Yeah I haven’t used one in a long time… this one’s going in my Framing and Drywall Pouch so it’s going to get out through it. I’m about to find out if it will last 😂

[@playdg]

@@MORGANSMaintenance Maybe they've upped their game. My family members in the trades can't find a tape they like at all. They say Fatmax has gone downhill. They don't like the super-fat ones from any company because they don't fit in their belts. I think they are mostly going with the old-style metal Stanleys right now. Maybe they just need to break less stuff.

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

@@playdg I don’t think it’s just them…all my Milwaukee ones haven’t lasted anytime before the end of the tape starts twisting… I’m trying out some FatMax and Lufkin ones right now… time will tell.

[@KoolinwithKrauss]

Worthless ???? Don’t disrespect the tiny pocket bro 🤦🏼‍♂️ 🤣 😂 Not kidding about the free stuff I want some haha, but I’m with you man NEVER pay full price for any of my stuff (military discount mainly) but hacking is the major key! Tool boss was the guy for me with the haaaasck 👍🏻 Good stuff brother man 💪🏻 🇺🇸

[@MORGANSMaintenance]

Thank Buddy 👍. Tool Boss is where I learned it from too. Some customer service people at the Depo don’t like it… like your in their pocket, but it’s like.. you know you want us to do it, if not you wouldn’t do your receipts that way.