Opinions Please

[Nasutushenri]

Nice list, but what about BELZER ?

Henri

[Chillylulu]

Chilly,
Thanks, this is exactly what I was looking for!
Just curious, what puts Hazet and Stahlwille at the front with Snap-On?
Thank you again,
T

Quality.  There has been a long time debate as to whether Snap-On or Stahlwille is best. European vs American, basically. I find them equal and of the highest quality. I always lean towards American made.  But you can't beat Lindstrom pliers, Knipex are first rate also. I don't usually pass on Swiss / German / English etc.  I don't always like Spanish, Italian / mediterranean generally speaking.  Gedore is a decent German brand, but most around here are made in India and are pretty rough.

I have a 3/4" Stahwille ratchet and a 3/8" Stahwille socket set, less one socket. Nice tools, very well made. The bonus is that nobody recognizes them and they can be found at great prices.  Although I have found a lot of Snap-On sitting right next to Craftsman, with both having the same price.

Chilly

[Chillylulu]

Nice list, but what about BELZER ?

Henri

Sorry Henri, I've never handled them.  Send a set over for review? 

Also, I was referring mostly to vintage (pre 1975 imho) tools.  After looking around I think the vintage Belzer were great tools. It's hard enough to find Stahlwile around here, but now I know to keep my eyes peeled for Belzer.

The DOE's look similar to Hazet. Is that correct?

Chilly

[Nasutushenri]

Vintage BELZER was considered equivalent to Snap-on and used for aircraft maintenance.

HAZET is mainly used in automotive bussiness.

Henri