As I looked at my cheap tool kit that I picked up from a big box store years ago, I cannot help but feel it wasn't a good one. It got me through many basic tasks, but about 1/3 turned out to be useless because of the quality. The rubber on the screwdriver handle started to strip as soon as I started using it. Now it's smooth and clean. So I started thinking I need a new tool kit.
But wait, why a tool kit at all? Why not build my own? What's your philosophy on this?
Hmm, screwdriver with rubber, it is still fluted right?
ok, my current toolkit, all dollar store stuff,
2 gallon mop bucket (container)
sharpening stone (dollar tree , great deal)
tape measure
hammer
hex key
plastic level/ruler
12" saw
~5" wrench
~8" slip joint pliers
precision screwdriver set
2 piece screwdriver set
pruning shears / craft scissors
I mostly frequently use tape measure, less frequently sharpening stone, even less frequently screwdriver , hex key, wrench ....
actually I use the bucket almost as much as tape measure for washing windows...
the furniture usually comes with hex key , but a backup is nice
the black hex keys are light duty, the shiny/stainless hex keys are great ... bicycle brake adjustment? folding knife adjustment?
precision screwdriver to take small covers off and change some batteries, clean dust...
the bigger screwdrivers for curtains or vacuum or window fan... odd drywall screw
the wrench/pliers for bicycle assembly, remove car battery .... MAYBE water hose connectors
the pruning shears for cutting stiff plastic ... maybe in the garden
so toolkit? I, um, what does it do?
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