Might as well add Matco and Cornwell to the list of prefered handtools. I have found that if a certain brand works well for me then it is a good tool. I have several brands in my boxes (4 sets) but most all are common higher end brands. Matco, Cornwell, Snappy, MAC, Craftsman, Slip & Kill (S&K). I do have quite the selection having been turning wrenches on everything from R/C gas engines to Semi's and heavy equipment along with bodywork and metal fabrication. In the last few years I have begun building up my woodworking tool selection. For the most part I like Craftsman. Been trying to buy old, pre-plastic power tools. I like the styling of the polished aluminum hand power tools of 50's and 60's. My jointer is a 60's unit and I recently acquired a 1954 Craftsman thickness planer!! Since I am afforded a nice tool allowance at work with which I get $500 towards tools purchases each year. Last time I checked, I am presently awaiting reimbursement for the next 9 years.
For handtools, if it is comfortable in your hand and it does what it you want it to do and does it without aggrevation, then it is a good tool, for you. One mans Craftsman might be another man's "Made in Taiwan"!!!![
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