Stanley Fat Max Tool Vest Review | THE HANDYMAN |

[@waterheaterservices]

Tool vests not only make work easier, they also impress customers with professional appearance.

[@raytinsman2672]

That vest screams handy man! You wear it perfectly, it should be your signature. Never work without it! People will think of you whenever they see it! I have been in the HVAC business 42 years and a trademark like that is priceless! Great channel !

[@mattthomas4026]

I'm 28 and I'm thinking about getting into HVAC

[@johnhisley3386]

I m vacationing in Florida watching & enjoying your videos. Like the vest, the one "caulk scraper" is actually a glazing tool for glass windows, but yes a great gadget tool like the 7 in one tool I carry everywhere and use daily. Like your videos, getting older but still learning. Can't wait to get back to work! Tks Jack the Handyman

[@badmofo6462]

This vest is awesome just got mine a week ago, if use a wooden handle hammer it slides out easier, also in the business card section I put a couple of Harbor Freight Square magnets to hold screws to it works great

[@royhill1729]

Keystone. I am a disabled gulf vet with a prosthetic eye and arm. I do the best i can

[@toolinhand]

Can it be adjusted to fit big fat guys? Asking for a friend.

[@Lyleartist]

Great vest for light duty use. Stanley is a homeowner grade tool line and they do a great job of filling that market.

[@taylorscott6508]

Be careful with 9V batteries touching metal. One of the biggest causes of house fires. I recommend putting electrical tape on the terminals.

[@renoguy25]

Yes , lots of house fires with people just chucking them in their junk drawers. you can start a camp fire easy with a 9-volt and some steel wool . My 20 yr old son had a 9-volt sitting on his desk and made contact with a little " Leatherman " type tool . he smelt something not right and just as he looked over , it kind of blew up in his face ... debris into his eye ...hospital trip . .. luckly OK , but good scare .

[@mattthomas4026]

+renoguy25 jeez I bet that ordeal was scary

[@michaelhamerin3814]

Tape will come off in really hot weather. They make plastic insulators ( cheap) to cap the terminals

[@4x4Moses]

Too bad they don't make these in a size that actually fit us "FAT MAX" guys!

[@jt9967]

You mean real man size!!!

[@bretcheyr7743]

Been watching your videos for a bit now, thanks for putting them out. I do handyman work in the Glendale/Elizabethtown, Kentucky area. Just started out on my own a month ago, so I appreciate having a reference to go to when I need help. Keep it up brother...Thank you! Bret Reeves

[@b_rad5678]

Hey, I'm in Western Kentucky. His video's are great. Best of luck breaking out on your own! I do handyman work part time. Have several regular properties. Hope to increase clientele when I retire from full time job in a few years.

[@Salvaging-in-Az]

A way to handle the hammer not coming out, is to use a D cell flashlight holder normally used on a policeman‘s belt. The ring snaps in easily, and is made of hard plastic, and you can remove the hammer easily.

[@Den419Adel]

Samurai Carpenter’s vest!

[@jinchuriki009]

Gona love this for single-ply roofing when im doing detail 👍 I'll save my money and skip on the atlas 46 Saratoga vest.

[@GodsSparrowSpeaks]

Watched this with my finish carpenter husband ~ laughed my butt off cuz I’ve actually told him I need to get him Velcro overalls he can stick all his tools to 😂 But seriously, this man seems very nice and did a great presentation with some needed stuff. Yep - no Speed Square spot is a definite No-no! 📐🔨✏️

[@richardpalusaar3364]

You should take a look at builders/carpenters trousers from Blaklader/Blåkläder. They keep the pockets and gadgets on and bellow the waist and can fit about the same amount of hardware. These trossers also have built in pockets for knee pad inserts. They are the de facto standard work wear in Sweden, among professionals.

[@kalemercer7053]

While working on a construction site I saw a guy with an almost identical vest. He attached a water bladder pouch on to the lower back and would keep it full, but had the drink hose on his sholder.

[@mphightower910]

you can use that Velcro belt loop option for your speed square.

[@dennisleblanc7933]

Handyman great video on your fat max tool vest. I suggest possibly deepening the bottom of your phone pocket so that you can secure the top of it this to prevent your phone unwanted exit. Also you could improvise a special pocket especially sized ( use a velcro strap to secure it) for your speed square either on you're right or left side your armpit but lower, wherever it doesn't impede your movement. I agree with you're need to get a metal ring for easy access to your hammer. Maybe cannibalize an old belt and relieve it of it hammer ring. Plus use a wooden handle hammer would be much easier to remove it out of the ring.

[@aleblanc3547]

You might be able to buy a "stand-alone" metal hammer hanger that's riveted to a leather belt loop that you could sew on the vest. It looks like it might be hot, but probably not so much in northern climates. Thanks for the honest review.

[@TheHandyman1]

That would be easier than forging my own. The back is all mesh so its pretty breathable. It can get hot in the summer.

[@randallshular5362]

For the speed square so you a loop with a carabiner clip on the side that way you can clip your speed square in there and have easy access

[@cdgregOG]

Thanks Handyman! I am surprised they don't come in a couple different sizes.

[@fattypros82]

I’m in the market for a tool carrying solution besides the standard bag or multiple trips using my Chevrolegs, so I’ll keep this in mind, thanks for the video Handyman!

[@garageliving3658]

Id want to put the speed square on the inside of vest if possible, make a suit pocket type. My square catches everything on my belt, it's nice having it contained

[@adventuresofahandyman4446]

Good review. Cell phone holder seems nice. That hammer holder could be a deal breaker. Something to consider for sure. I'm assuming you prefer the best over a tool belt? Maybe would just depend on the days job. Thanks again

[@corydriver7634]

Have you tried getting the hammer out when the vest is zipped? Taking the slack out of the back of the vest when you had it zipped seemed to put the hammer holster in a better position.

[@ronsbeerreviewstools4361]

A good video. Add Velcro to the pocket for yor cell phone to be able to secure the cell phone tight. just add a wide strip velcro, ive added velcro on a lot of things. time for a cold bottle of beer.

[@michaelhamerin3814]

Just get a leather hammer hold with a steel loop. It has belt loops.

[@xxannaddu]

At 1:48.... A 9 volt battery in a pocket with metal screws. Things will heat up fast.

[@lakebum6211]

I notice a "D" ring on the right front. Maybe use a carabiner on the "D" ring to clip your speed square to or there may be other loops that I didn't see that would work better than the "D" ring. Also, I have a leather hammer holder on my belt that has a metal ring on it. If you could find something like that and have it sewn on the back in place of the one already there, it may be easier to get the hammer out one handed.

[@pupfish1966]

Use the velcro under the pocket to hold the speed square.

[@rvamaker5152]

Great information. I've been looking for something like this. Great chanel!

[@nicholaswhitbeck6578]

You forgot to go over the most important tool holder pocket and that is for your beer and ninja stars!

[@samwheller8919]

A couple of suggestions for additions to your tool vest a gunnie tool holder and a toughbuilt hammer loop I’m thinking both of them will fit to the back of your tool vest if u remove the existing hammer loop. What do u think handyman?👍

[@josephnorcalusa1710]

nice, tool vest! I'm going to buy mine!

[@Goatmaster82]

Almost looks like the rubber grip on the hammer is what is getting caught up. What if you just used an all wood handle hammer? Just a thought. Great videos brother.

[@k00k]

Add a caribiner to that D-ring next to the cellphone pocket and you can clip your speed square to that.

[@therock005]

Are you recording with the security Cam

[@kkutube1972]

LOL, request on your ceiling repair video on the vest and here I am. Thanks

[@schtuke]

Appreciate the video--thanks! I noticed your hammer has a rubber handle--that's a 'snagger' alright. Maybe switch to a wooden-handled hammer and you might be able to get it to slide out single-handedly. Just a thought. Keep up the great work.

[@chrislogan8283]

welding rods make good hammer frogs knock the flux off and bend them to suit your hammer

[@franky7]

I think you use them to hold up your tarps also.

[@4EntertainmentOnly]

i have a light duty tool bag....all it has is a small notebook, line, needlenose, diag, torpedo level, pens, pencil, sharpies, and a 11 in one screwdriver, utility knife,space for my power tool. on the other side i have the speed triangle a precision screw driver + and -. , gfi tester, voltage tester, and a pocket space enoough for a power tool. 30z of wd-40, electrician tape, and a stubby hammer. i was like if i need any other tools i can just lug a tool bag with me. im only 5 feet tall...some of the tools are longer than my arms.

[@timcaron9049]

I bought one when I built on to my house. A great vest in all. A word of caution, your 9volt battery; if you keep it in your pouch, place a piece of electrical tape over the connecting ends. That way it wont short out if you have nails in your pouch. I almost started a fire in mine when I was using steel wool. I caught is smoking. Just a small safety tip. Good video. thanks for posting.. Tim

[@kmonnier]

Do you use this?

[@pamsullivan8627]

Love all your videos. Thank you very much for each of them. I am ready to buy a set of cordless tools and I see that you use DeWalt. Would you recommend DeWalt, Milwaukee, Craftsman or Bosch? Thank you, Pamela

[@pamsullivan8627]

Thank you very much. Pam

[@pamsullivan8627]

Thank you Chris B. Very helpful. Pam

[@thrash99er]

Pam, Home Depot has some good deals right now on the Combo sets for Milwaukee, Makita, Dewalt, Ridgid, and Ryobi you can get a free tool or two when you get a combo kit.

[@pamsullivan8627]

Thanks for the tip. I'm going to load up this afternoon and head down there. Pam

[@AnunnakiAaron]

People laughed at me at another job because I had the 20v DeWalt tools, VS the big sets of Milwaukee they had. I used mine, and theirs on and off on many jobs, and there isn't much difference. Mine have worked great for many years, I like them. And I like the yellow... Power seems the same.

[@bauermobiletoolsystmfabrct8686]

How about carabiner clip/S-biner attached to vest that clips to speed square? Its a fairly quick release system. Especially the big S-biners by Nite Eyez at Home Depot

[@danieljmaurer]

I think zipping vest a little would help with hammer extraction regardless the holder

[@Kiaa5679]

I got this vest a few months back. I find I use it more and more. I made three modifications. Glued magnets on a piece of metal the size of a business card and slipped it in the business card holder and glued it closed. A magnetic patch to hold screws and nuts. Second, I opening the stitching on the bottom left side to make 2 smaller pockets into one bigger one. Lastly, Glued a Velcro strip to the top of the phone pocket flap. When I put my phone in,the Velcro goes over the phone and attaches to the pockets Velcro under the flap I would like to add a small impact driver holster to the vest somehow. It may be a little heavy then, but it would be easier to put in the holster instead of the floor when I am working on a project. Any ideas?

[@TheHandyman1]

I might have to steal those modifications you made. I think the impact would off set the weight to much on a vest. maybe a belt attachment would work best.

[@spacewolfjr]

So, uh, what kind of omelettes do you like? tee hee

[@jackofalltradesllc2116]

Hello i have a question how do you charge as far as parts are concerned when you're on a job for example if you're on a job and an outlet needs to be changed do you charge extra for the outlet or just what you paid for it plus your labor cost or another example if you have to replace a toilet fill valve do you charge them what you paid for it and a certain percentage above that plus your labor or just what you paid for it and if that's the case do you always keep those parts in stock

[@TheHandyman1]

I give one price for one job. If something comes up in the job its included in the price. If the customer asks me to fix or do something else its a new job with a new price. My initial price for a job includes all parts and all possible parts I may need. If I start adding a few dollars here and there the customer might think they are getting nickeled and dimed.

[@jackofalltradesllc2116]

The Handyman so do you buy parts as you need them or do you already have parts in stock also do you take a deposit

[@TheHandyman1]

+OCD Carpet Cleaning LLC I stock some parts . I go to the store and buy what I need for the project before it starts. For handyman projects I do not take a deposit. Larger jobs I get 50 percent up front.

[@johnbrian118]

Samurai Carpenter!

[@Antonioelectrichandy]

Hello Handyman Antonio here from the Bronx NY just wanted to ask where did you get the jumpsuit from? I'm interested in buying one. I would appreciate if you share the information thank you sir have a good day.

[@TheHandyman1]

I got them off of amazon. amzn.to/2HBopap I have ordered 6 of them. One time they sent me size small when I ordered a size extra large. I sent a message through amazon and they called me and then sent me 3 more that they personally checked the size on. They don't get very good reviews on amazon for some reason. I had pretty good luck with them.

[@danlaxton]

OMG only the tools you need! You rebel!

[@Dobbo2958]

Great video thank you.

[@franky7]

Hi in one of you videos you were putting up cabinets and you use this red extended pole to hold them up what are the called and where can I get some. Thank you

[@TheHandyman1]

They are called 3rd hands. the Blue ones I use to hole up the plastic are cheap ones from harbor freight. The red one is the good one and makes installing cabinets by yourself easy. Here is a link to the good one. amzn.to/2yfLMAZ The blue ones are only good for holding up the plastic

[@VII-1-VIII]

What style is this one? There is only one style I keep seeing on Ebay and Amazon and it is not the one you are wearing. Please help.

[@TheHandyman1]

It use to be only $40. Homedepot sells it on their website too. amzn.to/2Ims8fo

[@seancorrigan1987]

Great Vids thanks. Are you in Mn?

[@chadhero37]

I dont like tool belts. They seem to just be big empty pockets that hang off your hips and if you lean forward, shit falls out. I hope the vest works better

[@ProStetson]

Good stuff.

[@Mopardude]

Good review

[@edsonciriaco2336]

Gracias 👍

[@markstinson4434]

Agreed on the speed square; constantly using it both by itself and in conjunction with tape measure and/or level. As far as a holder, this might not work with the Stanley vest, but maybe on the back strap near the hammer: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nX_LiKOrjNune6M (about the last minute or so)

[@4EntertainmentOnly]

my note 3 has a extended battery last 12 hours of use without me charging it...10000mah battery

[@cpowerscpo2002]

i ordered one the first time i see it

[@autonomous44]

Handyman Encumbrance Level 9

[@adorbsx_nailz]

Why do people always go straight to sending people to amazon? Getting sick of seeing so much amazon.

[@TheHandyman1]

I get paid from amazon. $4,000 per month just from people clicking on my links.

[@stevejames9167]

That’s a window glaze tool bud.

[@lanceschustereit1896]

I prefer a bucket boss

[@EWDAVID94]

i don't like those because the bucket becomes a catch all you have to dig through whenever you need something you don't use every day

[@thelifeofmatt3229]

with all those screws, that 9 volt is probably dead

[@TheHandyman1]

+The life of Matt it was dead when I took it out of a dmoke detector

[@TheEugeep]

i need to go to bed

[@miguelcolon5701]

nathing lite a batery exploting in your pocket

[@wetsaw7869]

Is that a cow? Hahaha

[@TheHandyman1]

It is.

[@thingamujigger1585]

Speed square......back pocket.

[@duwayneforbes6172]

Its Ugly.... Go Atlas 46.

[@poofypoopy8838]

Atlas 46 vest are the way to go. Pricey but you get what you pay for. Check them out!!

[@danielvenne3615]

Use the velcro under the pocket to carry your speed square.