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If you’re a dedicated weekend warrior with lots of automotive hand and power tools to organize, consider the heavy-duty, 52-in.-wide Craftsman CMST98273RB with CMST98272RB matching rolling tool box and tool chest.
Made in the U.S. from heavy 18-gauge steel, it offers 18 full-extension ball-bearing, soft-close drawers. Both units come with embossed drawer liners and an internal locking system, plus Craftsman’s 10-year limited warranty.
For increased durability and productivity, the tool chest comes with protective bumpers and a conveniently-placed, six-outlet 120-volt power strip with dual USB ports. A peg board on the back wall keeps your most used tools handy, and two gas struts safely support the swing open lid that covers spacious open tool storage. Reinforced casters with toe-locking brakes add stability.
When shopping for a mechanic tool box, take into consideration the number of drawers, their size, capacity and configuration. Look for features such as:
- 100 lbs. rated, full-extension, soft-close, ball-bearing drawer slides;
- Heavy-duty locking casters;
- 120-volt power outlets;
- USB power ports;
- Security drawers for expensive specialty tools;
- Inserts to protect the drawer bottoms;
- Wrench and socket organizers;
- Keyed locking drawers and lid.
Note: Professional auto mechanics can spend $10,000 or more on a tool box, then fill it with $50,000 to $60,000 worth of tools. There’s no reason for a DIYer to spend that much. But the price of mechanic tool boxes for DIYers is still steep, so don’t be surprised if you experience sticker shock while shopping.
Whether you’re a professional mechanic, a DIY weekend warrior, a committed gearhead or just organizing your large tool collection, there’s a tool box to suit your needs.
Safety first
Tools are heavy. To keep your tool box from tipping over, place heavier tools in bottom drawers, never open more than one drawer at a time, and always close and lock all drawers before moving it around.
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