On Sat, 06 Nov 2004 15:24:53 GMT, "Edwin Pawlowski"
wrote:


"RonB" wrote in message

(BTW - this is aimed at power tools, not hand tools, sockets, etc.)

Why not include the hand tools? They are not as good as the older stuff
either.

The lifetime warranty is still there, though- so it's not really as
important that they are durable as it is with the power tools.

Actually, a lot of tools today are not as well made (durable) as they were
years ago. Black & Decker used to be a respected name, Skil made its
reputation with the circular saw for the masses; now it is a WalMart
supplier. Sears made a decision to sell high volume at a certain price
point. Some of their stuff is OK, but a lot is mediocre. Not knowing
sometimes, I tend to avoid it all now.

Yes, I remember when Craftsman was respected and used by real craftsman.
Right along side B & D and Disston saws. Life changes. .


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