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    Two things: Craftsman tools of today are NOT the same quality they were in past years. I have some old craftsman sockets, rachets, wrenches, etc, and they are all steel and still look and work great. The replacement sockets and such that I have bought in recent years look and feel differently, and the chrome plating chips easier (look at the ends of your sockets where they go on the nuts.....they chip right there) They are also not as smooth to the touch.

    Secondly, Kobalt tools seem to be pretty good. We have been buying some of them since Lowes is a stones throw from our shop and open till 9. The quality seems to be pretty good.

    I also like Gearwrench products. Their racheting tap and die set is the best thing since sliced bread. For the first time in my life I can tap a straight hole.
    See picture of it below. Buy yourself one, you'll love it.
    Don
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