Hell yeah! Teach that boy it’s ok to ask for help or to admit something is too much. You guys rock!

If you really want to test durability, drive in northern Illinois for about thirty minutes and that’s enough to make anything fall apart lol😂

As a aircraft technician I have to move my box around the hanger alot! I have the 41" us general lower cabinet. It works great! Has a small platform makes it easy to move around all the aircraft!

Great video, Bear. I love how tools are a family affair. Keep them videos coming. 👍

I’ve noticed a lot of our mechanics and a lot of the guys that we get our truck bodies (roll off, trash trucks) are switching to the US General boxes, there’s a lot of the 5 drawer cabinets popping up.

Cool Video! Again Glad you all made it safe. Cheers!

Fine family you have there, Red. Enjoy your summer.

A little off topic but related to your channel, thanks to you, yes you, my dad bought a Doyle wrench from Harbor Freight and LOVES it! I told him all about your channel and your vids. Rock on! 🐻

I just talked myself down from buy a box off a tool truck going to stick with us general. More tools less money lol

@sapperdaddy504

5 жыл бұрын

Jon Doe you’re not wrong I will eventually need a 120” box but I’m not paying close to 25k for one

@dennistv598

5 жыл бұрын

tyler towns I got a milwaukee tool box top and bottom and blue point snap on better than the junky ass us general can’t even hold all my tools cabinet start falling off the slides

Not bad, held up way better than I expected considering the conditions. I think that's more of a testament to your driving skill though. The fact that the small loose tools didn't wind up all over the place is amazing.

Good honest review as always bear. Look the kobalt cabinet in lowes last look very great in wild bill (koon trucking) green.

Great to see they held up so far

They held up pretty well so far

Got the kobalt green and black.it was the last one at lowes and man i loved the tool box its great!

Wish you made this video years ago lol. I make the trek like you but, vegas to reno. I work on heavy equipment and I bought a waterloo 52" catterpillar tool box years ago because it was made in the usa with a warranty. Only to find out some time later that waterloo was bought by Stanley black and Decker after my box was broken into and I needed to get a lock because mine was pretty tore up. Didn't get any tools though. I have been looking at the homak 72" rs pro combo. Now I think I will look into the others you tested if they have the size I need. Thanks for the videos lots of helpful info

I found the Harbor Freight furniture pads helpful when moving furniture or my 4 drawer tool cart. I think they could be useful to keep the rub marks off your tool chests, too.

I have the Milwaukee,, I also have a Husky and US General. The US General blows them out of the water by far. You really cant even compare the US general to these guys.

@AntonioClaudioMichael

5 жыл бұрын

I agree the us general is way better cant compare it to the husky or Milwaukee

@hardlyb

5 жыл бұрын

I have a 44 inch (with a top and end drawer set) and a 26 inch base US General (as well as a 20 year old Husky top and bottom that's 42 inches wide), and the 44 USG is a definitely better than the 26 USG, which is still somewhat superior to the 20-year-old Husky (which has had a lot of use and is still working like it did when new, so no complaints).

I chomped the like button now I’m going to get questioned why there are teeth marks on the mouse. Good vid Bear 🐻

What amazed me the most is a mopar product was able to travel 800 miles without breaking down.

I have 2 of the older series US General 44" bottom, 2 top boxes with 2 side cabinets and a locker all bolted together in my garage. The main reason I went with these 2 years ago is they are basic cabinets without the silly gimmicks that I know will likely fail in a few years. I mean a power strip that is light duty that doesn't do a thing for me. What I want is a cabinet that sits at the same location in my garage and can be used to store my tools that is lockable. I get that and the cabinets I have are doing the job. I have 40 plus years of tools in the cabinets and since I am retired all my work tools plus the tools I acquired over the years are now in location and I can get any tool quickly and easily be found. They have endured with a basic design and no gimmicks.

I have some smaller boxes. I knew they were thinner, but when I moved one totally bent. All the drawers still work but it looks like crap. I want to say they are Stanley but i forget

Where you were stopped in Ogden, I use to live in the valley that was on the other side of that mountain. It's called Ogden Valley, and I lived in Eden there. You gotta discover furniture pads or Kaiszan Foam for separating things. hehehe

Great video Red

I just check those toolbox today at LWs at $448 online the black one when I get home and then check the change price at regular sale

I'm always afraid of long trips because you just never know but towing your tools, well that just gave me peace of mind. Lol just don't forget to load on food too then it's all good.

After seeing your video on the new low (clearance) price of the Kobalt cabinet, I went to my local Lowes to take a look with true intent to make the purchase. I did a thorough examination of the build quality you spoke about in your "part 1" video and I was not pleased in the least. As a matter of fact, I was IMPRESSED at how LOW the quality was and how much more sturdy even my old 2009 era Kobalt tool cabinet felt. The part that bothered me the most was the drawer bottoms. The thin sheet metal they use is simply riveted to the thin frame of the drawer. EVEN the new entry level Craftsman cabinets at Lowes had much more sturdy and thick feeling drawer bottoms. Bottom line: I simply could not pull the trigger on the Kobalt cabinet. I am now waiting for the best Harbor Freight coupon to come out so I can buy a roller cabinet and then eventually (and hopefully) buy the upper cabinet when/if Harbor Freight ever does come out with the "hutch" style, which I love as well. Thank you for the great content. We appreciate you and the work you put in.

@tmaq9726

5 жыл бұрын

Do you use the harbor freight coupon data base site or app? Month and half ago i bought my 26x22 cab for 239.00 without tax yet, seeing that on the hfcdb site, and the store i went to only had 1 left, i got lucky! The current coupon valid til 8/11/19 for $249.

Very good test as a analog to test a year of use. Thank you so much again for helping with my channel. I am now up to 32 subs! Cheers!

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

I know it's slow going but just keep putting out good content and it will grow.

Ha ha I was thinking the same thing about a top hutch design for the US General just before you said it. All it would have to be is a top chest option and they'd put an even bigger hurting on the competition.

I finally subbed. Love your stufg

Have you seen the new husky with side locker and hutch

Kind of off topic,have you seen the. All-a-cart.com welding cart conversion for the us general box? Pretty neat idea.

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

Yep, I want to do a mod like that.

My question is: could I use either tool chest as a mobile box for my shop? I’ll be moving it to a different bay everyday. I just want to make sure it will hold up.

@denoftools

4 жыл бұрын

If you're moving everyday I would go with us general the casters on it or just far better

I ended up getting the 52” husky. One main thing that kept me from getting a US general box was that they don’t have a hutch like I wanted with the additional power strips that makes it very convenient to leave my chargers up there to charge my power tools, phone, radio, etc. also soft close drawers, all rated at 120lbs a piece with the bottom drawers being 200lb rated. Also comes with a separate privacy drawer which is also a nice addition. Seeing the us general, idk WHAT people are saying about the build quality being better with US general because it’s just as flimsy as their rolling toolboxes and I have one of those. They don’t have a great “hutch”, if you want to call it that. They have too many shallow drawers that you can’t fully utilize for standup sockets, etc. I do like harbor freight and their equipment but I don’t think they hit the mark on some of their tool chests. And I do think the husky 52” wins to it’s comparable is general.

@jeanchapman1301

5 жыл бұрын

Alternate opinion: I find the hutch an inefficient waste of space and would rather have more drawers. However, the HF top is not my ideal either, but closer to what I prefer (the struts takes up space, are not needed, and will need to be replaced periodically)

@ohmy7554

5 жыл бұрын

Jean Chapman respect the difference in opinion. All depends on preference I guess

I saw the Kobalt model at our local Lowes. I do like the hutch idea, but it takes away from the total number of drawers. The drawers on the Kobalt seem a little "sticky" trying to pull them out and while the soft-close drawer slides are nice, it has too much affect on opening the drawers. I'm restricted by available space in my garage so a 41" cabinet is just too much. The price is pretty darn attractive though. I've looked at the 26" US General at our local HF and I really like the way the drawers open and close. Not a lot of interference. Just a nice little bit of resistance to hold them in and not so hard to push in. Without the hutch, I think you get more storage space for the dollar compared to the large box with a hutch. And come on, they're counting all that air space under the lid so how much useful space are you really getting? Kind of like a bag of potato chips. I'm going with the US General 26", top and bottom.

Whatever you DO NOT buy drawers that use tension to hold them closed! It takes pressure to close the last couple inches and it does so with a minor jolt and little by little everything gets pushed towards the back.

Got the who bear fam involved! Good to see.

On my 4th time returning this product due to dents and faulty drawers. About to fork out the $700 for U.S. general 44” top and bottom.

@ArizonaDesertRat426x

5 жыл бұрын

Ended up getting a floor model and two coupon codes added to the purchase paid around 350.

Nice little bear family you got there!

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Good stuff.

How come you guys migrate from Vegas to Montana and then back at the end of the summer? Also it’s true about not having just 1 tool cabinet. I have 2 at work. And junk hanging on my walls for quick access that I always use

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

Why migrate? Because of Vegas in Summer and Montana in Winter.

@lordrichard8184

5 жыл бұрын

The Den of Tools that makes a lot of sense. I’ve summered in Vegas and Reno. Needless to say that was a super hot summer. Lots of fun. But super hot. Have you guys tried prospecting for gold while out in Montana? To me that is one of the biggest draws about being out there. You can take the kids camping and go gold hunting. The reason Idaho has the weird shape it does and looks like Montana took a big bite out of Idaho is because Montana did take a big bite out of Idaho. Idaho was originally drafted as a rectangle but the gold in eastern Idaho drew a lot of criminal elements that Idaho didn’t wanna deal with. So they said here you go Montana. And so now western Montana is full of gold. I dream of buying houses in Bozeman to rent to college kids and being able to prospect for gold and hunt/trap in Montana. But I may change the dream to include wintering in Vegas. Which is super smart. If I’m correct Nevada doesn’t have state income tax. And Montana has no sales tax. So you can live in Nevada and be s resident to avoid (state) income tax. Open a Montana business and avoid sales tax on purchases, specifically cars.

Take it down a back alley in New Orleans and you’ll get all the durability test you need.

That tool box will double as a green screen.

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

Why didn't I think of that?!

@DIYAudioGuy

5 жыл бұрын

@@denoftools Love your channel, brother, keep doing your thing! Looking forward to seeing what you can do with that green screen.

H/F is missing out on the 41" tool box market. It's basically a standard size and they would benefit in sales with this size. I'd love a 41" US General top hutch to top off my Craftsman bottom box.

@chrisjones6165

5 жыл бұрын

They make a 44in

@rodw

5 жыл бұрын

Why not get the 44 3" more times the drawer count. The price would be close to the same, I would think?

@RL-RL

5 жыл бұрын

@@rodw If you read what I said... I have a 41" and would like a top hutch.

Did I miss the video after the return trip?

Sis got me a damaged the bottom of green I love it held up for three years

1400 miles in a Uhaul didn't do my old Crapsman any favors

Out of curiosity, are you planning to see 4014 Big Boy while you're there?

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

I don't think it makes a run up here

@mandolinman2006

5 жыл бұрын

@@denoftools possibly. Here's their schedule just in case. www.up.com/heritage/steam/schedule/index.htm

I think the US General would look cool if the chrome trim on the drawers was the same green color of the Kobalt hutch!

@tmaq9726

5 жыл бұрын

I painted the plastic label strips flat black, waited til dried of course, slid in the slots, makes it look nice.

@biggiefitz6275

5 жыл бұрын

@@tmaq9726Its awesome to customize things. lol. Flat black sounds like it would look really nice.

@tmaq9726

5 жыл бұрын

I did a quick vid of it, wished the option of sending a pic in comments would be available. kzread.info/dash/bejne/q3p31Zp-dcaehc4.html

@rodw

5 жыл бұрын

@@tmaq9726 that's very cool, what made you choose flat black? Instead of semi-gloss or high gloss? I wonder what a baby blue would look like? Thanks for sharing your mod. Rodney

@tmaq9726

5 жыл бұрын

With the angle, i think if it were gloss, the sheen would of overpowered the color.

Pleasantly surprised that they all made the trip virtually unscathed. Good call on the hard wood panels between, was it not in the video? Or did you really forget to wrap them with shipping blanket or equivalent? That's bear basic cargo hauling 101 !! I think that you need a fine levied if this is True. Let's see what you should pay? O.K. after much deliberation... I believe that 1 gold daBear shirt size 3X, should be sent to a friend in BRANSON Mo. with a promise to repent and not make the same mistake going back to Vegas. 2nd offense will be dealt with much harsher !!! Any and all fines should be made by the end of June, 2019. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and videos, Rodney P.S. SHINE ON MY FRIENDS !! HOPE the cubs didn't tear the tarp pulling it off for you and to Elle and Griffin Thanks for helping Mom and dad !! Parents and Grandparents really do appreciate the help cubs give. I know I really do, having limited mobility they are fantastic !!!

More videos of talking bears

Dog needs a green collar to match the green box.

You spelled challenge correctly! Congrats lol

@jeffstanley4593

5 жыл бұрын

But hell, he spelled Kobal(t) wrong. Which should have been easier?

@raybonz7939

5 жыл бұрын

@@jeffstanley4593 lol just giving Jeff a hard time..

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

@@raybonz7939 Typos are sort of my thimg.

@raybonz7939

5 жыл бұрын

@@denoftools just joking with you.. Love your channel and reviews..

Very amuzed here Red Beard. I agree. I'm only looking for a "top till" box so unfortunately HF is out of the race. ... for now

I wrap my boxes with moving blankets..no messed up paint...""

the lad picking up that 1/2 inch tekton socket set. lol i have that set and i don't like carting it around. get a cart for that stuff sir. work smarter not harder.

Your title says Kobal,you might want to fix that.

@DENicholsAutoBravado

5 жыл бұрын

But it'll get the fantasy elements here. Lol. Nah. They'd bounce off the video.

Even if a SnapOn box is marginally better, there is still no justification in the price difference. 10% better doesn’t justify 10X the cost.

@truckerpeterose

5 жыл бұрын

behexen250 I have over 40 boxes throughout the shops and locks only keep out honest people. You can find used US General boxes at a reduced price as well. You are only paying for the name and a considerable mark up for the tool truck driver when you buy off the truck. There is absolutely zero argument justifying the exorbitant cost of tool truck boxes. And FYI SnapOn used boxes do not carry any warranty. Sorry but that’s the truth listed on their website.

@truckerpeterose

5 жыл бұрын

behexen250 They are on average about 10% heavier than a comparable Homax or US General and about .07 thicker in certain panels. Certain boxes have some considerably more thickness in the lower gussets but no more that about 15% on average. We have done many measurements and comparisons and 10% better is just a good approximation. I have boxes in the shops 15 + years old and still going strong. Side by side they do not offer 7-12X more value as they do cost.

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

@behexen250 You have a great attitude on use vs cost and I just wish more people would understand that. But that said, the snap on boxes have proven to be one of the easier boxes to break into, there are several videos on YT showing how to do it. Also SO specifically states that warranty is for the original owner only and is not transferable. While you may be able to get support $2,500 is a lot to gamble on it. And before you say "Well I've never had a problem" I have been contacted by over 1k guys who have had SO refuse to honor their "lifetime warranty".

@truckerpeterose

5 жыл бұрын

behexen250 I am not bashing them, simply stating the cost to value ratio is not consistent to justify the markup. I love all tools and still overpay for tools I don’t need. I have almost every brand of tools available and none of them stand out in quality or performance. Anyone can spend as much or as little as they want, that’s their business but I don’t buy into the fact that tool truck tools or boxes are offering anything unique or superior. You can get equivalent quality at a fraction of the price. Everyone has good and bad experiences with all brands of tools. SnapOn , Matco and MAC are modern day milk man.

Who else cringed when she banged the drill box on the tool cabinet drawer?

IS IT HARD TO MAKE YOUR FAMILY LOOK HUMAN

@DENicholsAutoBravado

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah. That's the real effects in these videos. Lol

@denoftools

5 жыл бұрын

I outsource my CGI to Lucas. They do an ok job of it.

Why does this bear 🐻 talk 🤔

I wish I could weigh my tool box. I guess it depends on your situation in your shop, I move my box almost daily and it weighs a shit ton. 1600 pounds dry, and it's got about 75k in tooling in it. I doubt the 6000lb bridge crane at the shop will lift it. If you are gonna do it for 40 years and you care about your box and enjoy it then spend big money. To me my box is my office, it and my tools are something I take a lot of pride in. You are going to spend more time with your coworkers and your box than your family. If you are just starting out, are a home gamer, or never have to move your box there is nothing wrong with going cheap. Do what is best for you, not what someone else tells you is best for you. And if you can't pay for it in cash you cannot afford it.

U.S. General..? More like General Tso!! BUY AMERICAN

@denoftools

4 жыл бұрын

Right, becuase the average American should spend $7k on a tool box. Grow up.

@emp0rizzle

4 жыл бұрын

@@denoftools yes they should. BUY AMERICAN

@denoftools

4 жыл бұрын

@@emp0rizzle Right because you only buy American right?

i really want to watch your channel but the damn bear has to go, just cant do it ...

I'll take us general anyday