#2 HD Smith.. Top of the box is great for bulky things, gloves, safety glasses, oils. Small drawers for small tools, bits, blades, pencils/pens, rulers, slide rules, drill keys, etc. First wide drawer screwdrivers, then a plier drawer, then a drawer for SAE wrenches, drawer for Metric wrenches. First big deep heavy duty drawer is all sockets, rails, ratchets, extensions, etc. I've had all my toolboxes over the years set up that way ever since I was 14 and worked for a guy who had his set up that way, so it really stuck with me.
I keep adjusting my system for storing things. It’s resulted in, I can’t find anything anymore! That gives me an excuse to get another tool though. 😂 Screwdriver #2 has my vote.
Number 1 will be cool! Not totally happy with my tool box organization (yet) but I do keep screwdrivers, pliers, drill bits, sockets, etc in separate drawers when I can. Never fails, I open the wrong drawer when looking for something. Wife bought me a Brother label maker that will make labels up to 1 inch wide. Says old men do it and Adam Savage says it is one of his favorite tools so I fit the stereotype! I’ve labeled the outside of my drawers and it’s life changing. Lol. 🤣
John, that is no longer a user hammer, it is a work of art!. I know you must get bombarded with suggestions of other channels but you should watch a channel called "Epic Upcycling". In the past week he has made a tool chest which reminded me of when Norm Abram went and saw the beautiful Studley tool chest. The video is around 40 mins but it is a pure joy to watch as he uses pallet and scrap wood to build a magnificent chest for his hand tools.
#2 is my vote for resto. We finally were able to see a bit of a "toolbox tour" from Scoutcrafter! I'll bet that could easily turn into a very long sojourn. Another great one!
Didn’t wait to se the hammer before I left the first comment on how I fill my toolboxes. That hammer ?? Fantastic! Love the jeweling . What a masterpiece!
I don't think my method is very good, but it works well for me. I group things according to their main mechanism. All screwdrivers in one drawer, anything with handles like pliers in another drawer, hammers and crowbars and pullers in the bottom. I find that a lot of the time the name of a particular tool escapes me but the motion you do with your hands for that particular tool is the criteria to sort by for me. Separate to that, I keep separate boxes for plumbing, electric, machining, etc. For tools that require a particular thin wrench to change the bits or have accessories, I make a simple wooden box and get an extra slim wrench or whatever it is needed and always store it and the accessories with the tool along with any consumables. Almost all consumables I buy in large bulk. And result is being set up like a hardware store when it comes to fasteners. Best investment in any shop is a well stocked nuts and bolts cabinet. Anytime you buy fasteners or consumables in small amount s you get screwed on price. I think it's also a different problem if you're one of us that has more tools than we can keep track of. That point is when I switched to my current method.
I bought the same hammer at Sears when I was in high school in the early 90's. Slightly different rubber handle, it has the Craftsman logo molded into the side opposite the "wear goggles" warning and little chevrons all over it. The rubber is soft to this day with the matte finish, it never turned shiny and hard. It's always been my go-to when I need a hammer, hanging up on my pegboard tool wall within easy reach! You did an amazing job on it!
Number 2 for the restore. I recently migrated my screwdrivers and pliers to eye level in my tool box. Organize the box to make it easy to access the tools your use most! I like the way you used the space on top of your box SC. I will retrofit mine accordingly!
In my home shop I leave the top lid open and use the lid back to hold magnetic hooks and shelves. I use baskets with magnets glued to the back like a shower caddy. The magnetic hooks hold new items with packaging hangers.
Number #1, toolbox drawers screwdrivers , vise grips, wrenches ,Channellocks etc. I also use tool belts for most of my everyday used tools , one for carpentry, one for electric. Nice job on the hammer .
I tell you what I used to do. I kept my multiple use tools separated by SAE and metric. Screwdrivers separated by tip. Pliers in one place. Then, the remainder of the tools were separated by their intended use or type of job that was to be done. Special project tools or infrequently used tools were kept not as easily accessed but, still close by. Precision tools were kept completely separate and in a cleaner area than the others. I knew where everything was almost by feel.
I vote for screwdriver no. 2. Beautiful restoration on the hammer. I use pegboard on the walls and a bunch or old kitchen cabinets and drawers for my tools. Your tools look very well organized to me. You must have zero frustration because it looks to me like you can always find exactly what tool you want immediately.
I have tried to organize my tool box but never been satisfied. Now I’m so old I hate to move anything or I won’t remember where I put stuff. 😂 No. 2 for me but I would like to see all of them done. Good job on the user hammer. I thought it looked nice for not going over the top. 😃 Thank You for sharing
Three toolboxes here which now store tools that I seldom use. All my tools are stored on racks on the wall of my workshed/shop. Hammers all on one rack (like a blacksmiths) where people usually say "don't you think you've got enough hammers?"... "no"... Two racks on wall for screwdrivers. One phillips, one flat. One rack for pliers. All spanners and sockets on the other wall along with calipers etc. One machinist toolbox on the bench contains smaller tools like punches etc . One set of drawers (old clothes drawer) have wood equipment. Planes, saws, chisels, files etc. one set of shelves for power hand tools. Three sets of box units (pigeon holes) for screws, nuts, bolts, nails and gardening stuff. Organised chaos. Oh and before I forget. No.1 please. Keep up the fantastic work. All the best from New Zealand
I have a similar Craftsman set-up My pet peeve is the top edge of the bottom box creating a shelf that, as you mention, becomes a catch-all. Every time I need something from the bottom drawer of the center box I have to clear the deck. Next time I will buy all the boxes with the same depth and no shelf.
I set my boxes up depending on the musical instrument the tools pertain too. Stuff for the organ. Stuff for doing brass instruments in another. Etc. Then a general box for house repairs filled with hammers, screw drivers etc. A lot of overlap and Stuff getting mixed up. Back when I had my '63 Buicks, it was easy. You could take the whole car apart with a 1/2 ...9/16 open end wrench, a screw driver and a few sockets. Anyway...thats about it. Those tools are still in a little 6×6×10 box. That hammer is AMAZING!,
Great job on the hammer. I would like to see #2 being restored. I separate screwdrivers by flat and Phillips. Wrenches by SAE and metric, same for sockets.
That thar is a HAMMER! it's a GEM! Nice work John! I vote for 001. As for the tool box organization - I'm a lost cause.. I like the boxes but keep all my crap laid everywhere..lol.. enjoyed it!
My vote would be number 1. The hammer works for me in both forms ! Purist and Scoutcrafter pimped ! My advice on toolboxes would differ between home and work use, Work toolbox, if you need to move it around, try not to duplicate items, take the duplicates home ! Weight is usually the biggest problem. My work toolbox cracked around the wheel fixing points. It was repaired using 3mm sheet steel inside and out, along with 6" industrial cast wheels ! Positioning will always be personal choice, I always tried to fit sockets into taller drawers and pliers / spanners / screwdrivers etc into the drawers that did not require height. I also made some trays that slid along drawer top side edges for additional space on a couple of drawers. Rubber line the drawer bottoms. Stops sliding, protects drawer paint. Keep heavy items as low down as possible. Safety note; Some workshops now do not allow 'step up' and 'top boxes' due to tipping danger ! Only bottom cabinets allowed. Home use; If you are like myself, the tool cabinet will be stationary mainly due to space considerations. All the duplicates from work will be piled into each drawer. I keep a few tote trays handy for using outside etc. I try to keep smaller separate boxes for plumbing, electrical 12v, electrical 240v, and boxes that I use away from home. Really when a box becomes full, being a collector the only choice is to add another layer, or extra capacity somehow. Agree with keeping constant use tools at easy height, but always try to keep heavy items as low as possible.
I would like to see you resto-mod screwdriver #1. Epoxy some colorful plastic as inlays on the quarters of the handle or something different like that.
I do love seeing the hammer spruced up a bit like that. I do however see someone with bright white overalls using that lol 😝. Definitely number 2 for the crew driver btw
I know you will do all 4 screwdrivers, but please do #1 first. You have done the other styles this year, but I would like to see the all metal one. The hammer is a work of art! I learned about shaping the claws.
The hammer turned out fantastic. Sometimes over the top just makes the day. I vote for #2. I have been searching for a 660 for a long time but stopped when the bidding got so high. I guess I will have to suck it up and pay the price. Especially if you do the 660 it will push me over the top. Lol
I vote for you restoring number one but with the caveat that you fix the design flaw that makes it hell on your hands. Who knows? Wood scales, epoxy dip and turn on the lathe, there's a dozen possibilities.
I have slotted screw drivers on one side from large to small and Phillips on the other side. Pliers and wire cutters and another. S A E wrenches have a drawer and metric in another. All are in order so you can grab as needed. The top of my box has the 1/2 &3/4 sockets and ratchets. I have learned that origination saves a temper from showing. I combined my work rollaway into my shop rollaway. I try really hard to put them away when I’m done for the day. Another note I put all my bits for the screw drivers in a Plano tackle box. They are clear and a lot of sections. Also works well for saws all and saber saw blades. Every body is different but organization is key to happiness.
That hammer turned out exceptionally well!! I keep most of my hammers in 5 gal pail!! Just keep a couple different size ball peens on the bench and the Magic Hammer!! Hammers don't belong in the tool box, they take up too much prime real estate!! Do something special with that wacky looking #1 Screwdriver!!☺
Ha John no matter how long or short your videos are we are thankful for any of your time!!! I love the hammer! Does your furnace stay on in the summer time? Put me down for #2. Thank you so much John for another great mish mosh Monday. Sincerely Larry
I've got specialty stuff on top and then screwdrivers (few) metric and standard next 2 and then wrenches like combos, box and open end. Hammers and the oil filter wrenches and the like. #1 and nice $3 hammer! GBWYou!.
Thanks for the updated techniques for doing a hammer. I am doing another Plumb hammer for my cousins carpenter husband. This one has been around the block a few times. He just turned 70. Gonna semi-retire. So I'm gonna make this one a presentation piece for display in a nice box he can take out & show off. With large chrome colored spike nail. 👍
A few years ago I picked up at a flea market an old Craftsman toolbox/cabinet on wheels from about 1950. For its age it's in nice condition. The top and bottom portions have a total of seven drawers. The bottom has a cabinet with a fold down door. Quite a bit of tool room for its age. It's painted a gloss gray and has the old Craftsman "cigar band" logos on it. I installed rubber mats in all the drawers and now store all my vintage 1950s and earlier hand tools in it. Like your tool storage suggestions!
Wow, you have turned a $3.00 hammer into a $4.00 hammer. Astonishing and fun at the same time. My tool chest lays out almost like yours. The main chest separates wrenches from screwdrivers from pliers form hammers. I also separate out knives (which includes chisels), Allen wrenches, and "small" tools. My cart, like yours, has a "specialty" tools drawer toward the top. Liners? I like the stuff that is used as drawer liners for the kitchen drawers; it's cheap and holds up well. As always, thanks for sharing. It is surely appreciated.
The hammer looks great! I have a tool box like yours and my problem is finding everything without opening all of the drawers. I arraigned it similar to yours but I labeled each drawer with what it contained like screwdrivers, pliers and so on. I would like to see number 4 restored. Thanks for sharing this.
My first concern with tool boxes is usually weight. I have had too much stuff in a high drawer and opened it fully and the top back tipped right over. So try to keep the heavier tools in the backs of the drawers and the real heaven stuff in the bottom drawers! My two cents lol
Setting up your toolbox is very personal. As usual the tools you use most should be the best accessible. But the best tip is to make your own foam inserts for nuts, bits and wrenches. you can also keep small plastic containers from fruits and veg you bought to store drill bits, pens, old toothbrushes ,..
John, IMHO #1 gets my vote to see how far you can take it to the next level. Toolbox organization is a big problem for a lot of us. I've only made it to trying to group according to usage and to use a lot of drawer dividers. Good luck to Tom in his quest for filling his toolbox. Jim
label maker labels on the drawers. Separate drawers for Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers. Small drawer for utility knife, punches, Sharpies and etc. Pliers drawer. Wrench drawer for combo wrenches Metric on the left and SAE on the right and hex key sets. Socket drawers by drive sizes. Extra drawer for impact deep socket sets. Hammer drawer for hammers, hacksaw and pry bar. Bottom cabinet deep drawers for big stuff like pullers. Top till drawer for long stuff like torque wrenches, pry bars and breaker bars.
The top of my box is always open and is full of sockets ratchets and extensions ....I do keep my tools organized But my big drawers at the bottom are full off all kinds of supplys and stuff I do not use much
I found some stuff on Amazon pretty cheap that was like the non-slip mats you put under a carpet, but it is impregnated with silica gel or some type of desiccant. It's only been two and a half years but I'm pretty impressed so far. Also, I don't know about others, but my top box locks the drawers if the lid is down all the way. Super annoying if you don't remove the lock bar, on the other hand it's the only reason that there's not stuff stacked on it
I filled each drawer with Kisan Foam and then did cutouts for all the tools. Less noise and you know right away if something is missing. Cuts way down on the time spent looking for the right tool
Great video I think you should do #3 it's a smallish it should be the quickest. I usually start with specially tools in the little doors then move down to screwdrivers wrenches use a little bit taller door for pliers cause I stand them up so they have I'm getting more in a in the drawers and then the bigger doors I usually use for a hammers power tools bulky stuff and cases on the bottom
Now that's a perdy hammer right there ;) I have set my Tool Box up with Screwdrivers, wrenches then sockets because those are what I use the most. I also use the non-skid matting that you mentioned. I try to keep everything placed in its own spot, that way I can tell what's missing at a glance. I remember re-organizing it several times until I found the setup I liked. I have to say I like that #2 screwdriver for the next project, But I would like to see that #1 as well. Craft on John...
Good video today John. My toolbox is organized by the discipline plumbing in one drawer electrical and another sockets wrenches Automotive etc. big tip I put labels on each drawer of what’s inside it that way in case you have a buddy come over and helping you on a project he knows where to find the tool. I use an inexpensive P touch label maker comes in handy labeling circuit breaker to..I say number for screwdriver since it’s the biggest challenge
I have 3 tool chests and I organize every drawer by tool type as much as possible. There’s a few small special tool drawers and rarely used tool drawers. Like you said, most commonly used up top, lesser used down lower. My separate drawers are Phillips, slotted, nut drivers, regular sockets sae/metric, impact sockets, adjustable wrenches, slip joint piers, regular pliers, side cutters, lineman’s, special hammers, regular hammers, sissors, picks, files, files, files and the remaining have too many rusty tools needing restoration. Wonderful job on the hammer! Did you say you used ArmorAll on the handle? Don’t let me stand near you when using it, lol!
Very cool 1234 you can ryme anytime lol Thanks scout I really enjoy all the tool footage and and that wooden plug is very smart idea not sure about reason but that. Grear user hammer for sure.
Is callling every tool a screwdriver our new insider joke? 😂 I'm probably the only one but I'd like to see you do number four first, appears to be quite the challenge and I've got screwdrivers in similar condition that scare me do I just might learn a thing or two. No experience with organizing a toolbox but I know how hard it is to keep the shop "clean". And yes everything becomes a shelf, I've got two bycicles and even they act a shelves ever now and again. Great one. Look forward to Wednesday's!
Thank you so much for showing how you worked on the claw. That's a particular area that I find especially difficult. My choice for a screwdriver restoration? I like the very bottom one. Looks like that head is messed up and I'd love to see you restore it.
Nicest $3 hammer I've ever seen. I'm still trying to get my tools organized as you are. I generally keep woodworking / carpentry tools separate from the mechanical tools, and of course a separate small tool box to keep in the car. Toss up between #1 and #2 for the screwdriver resto.
Great work on the hammer! I can't pick just one of the screwdrivers, they all have potential. I totally agree that the top of a tool box should just be another pull out drawer. I don't think I have a specific method or plan for organizing a toolbox, but I agree that the most used tools work best in the upper drawers. Mine just sort of ended up that way.
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#2 HD Smith.. Top of the box is great for bulky things, gloves, safety glasses, oils. Small drawers for small tools, bits, blades, pencils/pens, rulers, slide rules, drill keys, etc. First wide drawer screwdrivers, then a plier drawer, then a drawer for SAE wrenches, drawer for Metric wrenches. First big deep heavy duty drawer is all sockets, rails, ratchets, extensions, etc. I've had all my toolboxes over the years set up that way ever since I was 14 and worked for a guy who had his set up that way, so it really stuck with me.
I keep adjusting my system for storing things. It’s resulted in, I can’t find anything anymore! That gives me an excuse to get another tool though. 😂
Screwdriver #2 has my vote.
That Hammer is Now A Show Piece. BEAUTIFUL. I Vote For Screwdriver Number 3. The Most Useable One.
Number 1 will be cool! Not totally happy with my tool box organization (yet) but I do keep screwdrivers, pliers, drill bits, sockets, etc in separate drawers when I can. Never fails, I open the wrong drawer when looking for something. Wife bought me a Brother label maker that will make labels up to 1 inch wide. Says old men do it and Adam Savage says it is one of his favorite tools so I fit the stereotype! I’ve labeled the outside of my drawers and it’s life changing. Lol. 🤣
I really struggle to keep my tools organized! It's a constant battle!
Screwdriver 2 would be interesting to see restored. Also the hammer came out great.
I vote for the HD Smith. Another beautiful hammer! Thanks for the excellent video!
I vote for number Two. Fantastic job on the hammer!
Getting my house ready to sell and during cleaning I discovered an old Estwing that needs love. Will do it after the dust settles
John, that is no longer a user hammer, it is a work of art!. I know you must get bombarded with suggestions of other channels but you should watch a channel called "Epic Upcycling". In the past week he has made a tool chest which reminded me of when Norm Abram went and saw the beautiful Studley tool chest. The video is around 40 mins but it is a pure joy to watch as he uses pallet and scrap wood to build a magnificent chest for his hand tools.
#2 is my vote for resto. We finally were able to see a bit of a "toolbox tour" from Scoutcrafter! I'll bet that could easily turn into a very long sojourn. Another great one!
Didn’t wait to se the hammer before I left the first comment on how I fill my toolboxes. That hammer ?? Fantastic! Love the jeweling . What a masterpiece!
Plier racks are a great addition to a toolbox. Frees up a lot of room.
Plus they're a great DIY project.
looks great. My pick for the screw driver is #2. I like Kizan foam for my drawer liner.
I don't think my method is very good, but it works well for me. I group things according to their main mechanism. All screwdrivers in one drawer, anything with handles like pliers in another drawer, hammers and crowbars and pullers in the bottom. I find that a lot of the time the name of a particular tool escapes me but the motion you do with your hands for that particular tool is the criteria to sort by for me. Separate to that, I keep separate boxes for plumbing, electric, machining, etc. For tools that require a particular thin wrench to change the bits or have accessories, I make a simple wooden box and get an extra slim wrench or whatever it is needed and always store it and the accessories with the tool along with any consumables. Almost all consumables I buy in large bulk. And result is being set up like a hardware store when it comes to fasteners. Best investment in any shop is a well stocked nuts and bolts cabinet. Anytime you buy fasteners or consumables in small amount s you get screwed on price.
I think it's also a different problem if you're one of us that has more tools than we can keep track of. That point is when I switched to my current method.
That red paint looks super smooth. Good job
when you get older you put lables on the draws in big print so you can read them of whats in them
I’d love to see 2. Love the thumb spots on those screwdrivers
I bought the same hammer at Sears when I was in high school in the early 90's. Slightly different rubber handle, it has the Craftsman logo molded into the side opposite the "wear goggles" warning and little chevrons all over it. The rubber is soft to this day with the matte finish, it never turned shiny and hard. It's always been my go-to when I need a hammer, hanging up on my pegboard tool wall within easy reach! You did an amazing job on it!
Holy Awesome Batman! Wow! That hammer looks amazing!
I might have to do a video of my tool box. Restore #2
I vote for screwdriver 2. The depth of the drawer leads me to put like tools together and I also use the magnetic labels on the drawer fronts.
Wow, you went again hammerholic all the way. Nice result. Number 2 for the screwdriver. Thanks.
Cant go wrong with craftsman! Hammer looks great!
Do the little guy, #3. The jewel finish on that hammer really adds to it. How do I sort my tools for the box: random. LOL
Number 2 for the restore. I recently migrated my screwdrivers and pliers to eye level in my tool box. Organize the box to make it easy to access the tools your use most!
I like the way you used the space on top of your box SC. I will retrofit mine accordingly!
Great video, I’ve got a set of old army steel drawers I use for tools , and I’ve got boxes and racks also.
I vote fir number 2 ☺️
Number 2 those turn out so nice. Also nice restoration on the hammer.
I vote for #2 screwdriver to restore. Nice job on the hammer John as always! ✌🇺🇸Roger
In my home shop I leave the top lid open and use the lid back to hold magnetic hooks and shelves. I use baskets with magnets glued to the back like a shower caddy. The magnetic hooks hold new items with packaging hangers.
Number #1, toolbox drawers screwdrivers , vise grips, wrenches ,Channellocks etc. I also use tool belts for most of my everyday used tools , one for carpentry, one for electric. Nice job on the hammer .
I'd like to see number 1 restored and great job on the hammer.
Great video Scout
The hammer is terrific! That is the stuff of Scoutcrafter resto-mod magic right there!
I tell you what I used to do. I kept my multiple use tools separated by SAE and metric. Screwdrivers separated by tip. Pliers in one place. Then, the remainder of the tools were separated by their intended use or type of job that was to be done. Special project tools or infrequently used tools were kept not as easily accessed but, still close by. Precision tools were kept completely separate and in a cleaner area than the others. I knew where everything was almost by feel.
I vote for screwdriver no. 2. Beautiful restoration on the hammer. I use pegboard on the walls and a bunch or old kitchen cabinets and drawers for my tools. Your tools look very well organized to me. You must have zero frustration because it looks to me like you can always find exactly what tool you want immediately.
I have tried to organize my tool box but never been satisfied. Now I’m so old I hate to move anything or I won’t remember where I put stuff. 😂
No. 2 for me but I would like to see all of them done.
Good job on the user hammer. I thought it looked nice for not going over the top. 😃
Thank You for sharing
I would like to see number 2. The hammer came out great as usual.
Three toolboxes here which now store tools that I seldom use. All my tools are stored on racks on the wall of my workshed/shop. Hammers all on one rack (like a blacksmiths) where people usually say "don't you think you've got enough hammers?"... "no"... Two racks on wall for screwdrivers. One phillips, one flat. One rack for pliers. All spanners and sockets on the other wall along with calipers etc. One machinist toolbox on the bench contains smaller tools like punches etc . One set of drawers (old clothes drawer) have wood equipment. Planes, saws, chisels, files etc. one set of shelves for power hand tools. Three sets of box units (pigeon holes) for screws, nuts, bolts, nails and gardening stuff. Organised chaos. Oh and before I forget. No.1 please. Keep up the fantastic work. All the best from New Zealand
When working on our kitchen a few years ago I found the same hammer on top of the dishwasher. I use it all the time.
Hammer looks great. Screwdriver #2
I have a similar Craftsman set-up My pet peeve is the top edge of the bottom box creating a shelf that, as you mention, becomes a catch-all. Every time I need something from the bottom drawer of the center box I have to clear the deck. Next time I will buy all the boxes with the same depth and no shelf.
The hammer is over the top!! My choice for the screwdriver is #2.
I set my boxes up depending on the musical instrument the tools pertain too. Stuff for the organ. Stuff for doing brass instruments in another. Etc. Then a general box for house repairs filled with hammers, screw drivers etc. A lot of overlap and Stuff getting mixed up.
Back when I had my '63 Buicks, it was easy. You could take the whole car apart with a 1/2 ...9/16 open end wrench, a screw driver and a few sockets. Anyway...thats about it. Those tools are still in a little 6×6×10 box. That hammer is AMAZING!,
That is one snazzy hammer now!
Great job on the hammer. I would like to see #2 being restored.
I separate screwdrivers by flat and Phillips. Wrenches by SAE and metric, same for sockets.
That thar is a HAMMER! it's a GEM! Nice work John! I vote for 001. As for the tool box organization - I'm a lost cause.. I like the boxes but keep all my crap laid everywhere..lol.. enjoyed it!
My vote would be number 1.
The hammer works for me in both forms ! Purist and Scoutcrafter pimped !
My advice on toolboxes would differ between home and work use,
Work toolbox, if you need to move it around, try not to duplicate items, take the duplicates home !
Weight is usually the biggest problem. My work toolbox cracked around the wheel fixing points. It was repaired using 3mm sheet steel inside and out, along with 6" industrial cast wheels !
Positioning will always be personal choice, I always tried to fit sockets into taller drawers and pliers / spanners / screwdrivers etc into the drawers that did not require height. I also made some trays that slid along drawer top side edges for additional space on a couple of drawers.
Rubber line the drawer bottoms. Stops sliding, protects drawer paint.
Keep heavy items as low down as possible.
Safety note;
Some workshops now do not allow 'step up' and 'top boxes' due to tipping danger !
Only bottom cabinets allowed.
Home use;
If you are like myself, the tool cabinet will be stationary mainly due to space considerations.
All the duplicates from work will be piled into each drawer.
I keep a few tote trays handy for using outside etc.
I try to keep smaller separate boxes for plumbing, electrical 12v, electrical 240v, and boxes that I use away from home.
Really when a box becomes full, being a collector the only choice is to add another layer, or extra capacity somehow.
Agree with keeping constant use tools at easy height, but always try to keep heavy items as low as possible.
My choice would be #2 but I'm sure any of them will be a worthwhile restoration.
I vote for screwdriver #2. I did see someone else mention doing some cool with epoxy on the handle of #1. That would be cool too, but I vote #2!
That hammer is one of your best restorations!
Rick- $3! 😃👍
I would like to see you resto-mod screwdriver #1. Epoxy some colorful plastic as inlays on the quarters of the handle or something different like that.
I do love seeing the hammer spruced up a bit like that. I do however see someone with bright white overalls using that lol 😝. Definitely number 2 for the crew driver btw
I know you will do all 4 screwdrivers, but please do #1 first. You have done the other styles this year, but I would like to see the all metal one.
The hammer is a work of art! I learned about shaping the claws.
The hammer turned out fantastic. Sometimes over the top just makes the day. I vote for #2. I have been searching for a 660 for a long time but stopped when the bidding got so high. I guess I will have to suck it up and pay the price. Especially if you do the 660 it will push me over the top. Lol
And also thanks f9or the shout out. Every time you mention my channel it gets a boost.
I'm glad you got that conditioning belt to fit your 1x30! There were several reviews that suggested that they wouldn't fit the HF machine.
I vote for you restoring number one but with the caveat that you fix the design flaw that makes it hell on your hands. Who knows? Wood scales, epoxy dip and turn on the lathe, there's a dozen possibilities.
I would like number 1 and 2 in the same episode 😎
I have slotted screw drivers on one side from large to small and Phillips on the other side. Pliers and wire cutters and another. S A E wrenches have a drawer and metric in another. All are in order so you can grab as needed. The top of my box has the 1/2 &3/4 sockets and ratchets. I have learned that origination saves a temper from showing. I combined my work rollaway into my shop rollaway. I try really hard to put them away when I’m done for the day. Another note I put all my bits for the screw drivers in a Plano tackle box. They are clear and a lot of sections. Also works well for saws all and saber saw blades. Every body is different but organization is key to happiness.
Number 1 look forward to the handle treatment...looks tricky
That hammer turned out exceptionally well!! I keep most of my hammers in 5 gal pail!! Just keep a couple different size ball peens on the bench and the Magic Hammer!! Hammers don't belong in the tool box, they take up too much prime real estate!! Do something special with that wacky looking #1 Screwdriver!!☺
Ha John no matter how long or short your videos are we are thankful for any of your time!!! I love the hammer! Does your furnace stay on in the summer time? Put me down for #2. Thank you so much John for another great mish mosh Monday. Sincerely Larry
Larry- my furnace makes hot water... yes year round. 😃
I've got specialty stuff on top and then screwdrivers (few) metric and standard next 2 and then wrenches like combos, box and open end. Hammers and the oil filter wrenches and the like. #1 and nice $3 hammer! GBWYou!.
Oh man that is one of the best hammers I've ever seen. The scout crafter red really makes it pop! My vote goes for #2 🐱👍
My vib goes to #2. I wish I had the patience and skill to do my hammers that great. 👍
Thanks for the updated techniques for doing a hammer. I am doing another Plumb hammer for my cousins carpenter husband. This one has been around the block a few times. He just turned 70. Gonna semi-retire. So I'm gonna make this one a presentation piece for display in a nice box he can take out & show off. With large chrome colored spike nail. 👍
I have this Craftsman 20 oz hammer I bought in 1992. Looks exactly like yours but no wood. It's still my go to hammer today. As good as day one.
Wow that turned out beautiful, must be the prettiest hammer Ive ever seen! 😎
A few years ago I picked up at a flea market an old Craftsman toolbox/cabinet on wheels from about 1950. For its age it's in nice condition. The top and bottom portions have a total of seven drawers. The bottom has a cabinet with a fold down door. Quite a bit of tool room for its age. It's painted a gloss gray and has the old Craftsman "cigar band" logos on it. I installed rubber mats in all the drawers and now store all my vintage 1950s and earlier hand tools in it. Like your tool storage suggestions!
Wow, you have turned a $3.00 hammer into a $4.00 hammer. Astonishing and fun at the same time. My tool chest lays out almost like yours. The main chest separates wrenches from screwdrivers from pliers form hammers. I also separate out knives (which includes chisels), Allen wrenches, and "small" tools. My cart, like yours, has a "specialty" tools drawer toward the top. Liners? I like the stuff that is used as drawer liners for the kitchen drawers; it's cheap and holds up well. As always, thanks for sharing. It is surely appreciated.
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The hammer looks great! I have a tool box like yours and my problem is finding everything without opening all of the drawers. I arraigned it similar to yours but I labeled each drawer with what it contained like screwdrivers, pliers and so on. I would like to see number 4 restored. Thanks for sharing this.
My first concern with tool boxes is usually weight. I have had too much stuff in a high drawer and opened it fully and the top back tipped right over. So try to keep the heavier tools in the backs of the drawers and the real heaven stuff in the bottom drawers! My two cents lol
Mish mosh Monday perfect Mess !!!! Thanks for Sharing Carpet /Floor guy me saying thanks man !!! I do that too
Setting up your toolbox is very personal. As usual the tools you use most should be the best accessible. But the best tip is to make your own foam inserts for nuts, bits and wrenches. you can also keep small plastic containers from fruits and veg you bought to store drill bits, pens, old toothbrushes ,..
John, IMHO #1 gets my vote to see how far you can take it to the next level. Toolbox organization is a big problem for a lot of us. I've only made it to trying to group according to usage and to use a lot of drawer dividers. Good luck to Tom in his quest for filling his toolbox. Jim
#1 on the Screwdriver resto.
That was over the top for sure! In a good way of course. I vote #3
I want to get a #3 screwdriver like that so I'll say restore #3. That Craftsman hammer came out great. My tool box is a mess.
label maker labels on the drawers. Separate drawers for Phillips and flat blade screwdrivers. Small drawer for utility knife, punches, Sharpies and etc. Pliers drawer. Wrench drawer for combo wrenches Metric on the left and SAE on the right and hex key sets. Socket drawers by drive sizes. Extra drawer for impact deep socket sets. Hammer drawer for hammers, hacksaw and pry bar. Bottom cabinet deep drawers for big stuff like pullers. Top till drawer for long stuff like torque wrenches, pry bars and breaker bars.
Number 1!
Mound it up until the drawer won't close then remove tools until it does!
I think there's a lot of people that use *The Mound Method*
The top of my box is always open and is full of sockets ratchets and extensions ....I do keep my tools organized But my big drawers at the bottom are full off all kinds of supplys and stuff I do not use much
I found some stuff on Amazon pretty cheap that was like the non-slip mats you put under a carpet, but it is impregnated with silica gel or some type of desiccant. It's only been two and a half years but I'm pretty impressed so far. Also, I don't know about others, but my top box locks the drawers if the lid is down all the way. Super annoying if you don't remove the lock bar, on the other hand it's the only reason that there's not stuff stacked on it
I filled each drawer with Kisan Foam and then did cutouts for all the tools. Less noise and you know right away if something is missing. Cuts way down on the time spent looking for the right tool
Beautiful work John. 😁😎
Love the hammer. One of your best! I choose number 4.
Screwdriver no 2👍👍.
As for the toolbox I'm still waiting for solution 😂😂
Number 2 please...nice work on the Hammer...
I am with John fix...lets see that 660. I think it would look great with delrin scales and brass pins 😂. That hammer is amazing. Cheers
Great video I think you should do #3 it's a smallish it should be the quickest. I usually start with specially tools in the little doors then move down to screwdrivers wrenches use a little bit taller door for pliers cause I stand them up so they have I'm getting more in a in the drawers and then the bigger doors I usually use for a hammers power tools bulky stuff and cases on the bottom
Now that's a perdy hammer right there ;) I have set my Tool Box up with Screwdrivers, wrenches then sockets because those are what I use the most. I also use the non-skid matting that you mentioned. I try to keep everything placed in its own spot, that way I can tell what's missing at a glance. I remember re-organizing it several times until I found the setup I liked. I have to say I like that #2 screwdriver for the next project, But I would like to see that #1 as well. Craft on John...
Ficou excelente ! Melhor do que quando era novo. Parabéns!
Good video today John. My toolbox is organized by the discipline plumbing in one drawer electrical and another sockets wrenches Automotive etc. big tip I put labels on each drawer of what’s inside it that way in case you have a buddy come over and helping you on a project he knows where to find the tool. I use an inexpensive P touch label maker comes in handy labeling circuit breaker to..I say number for screwdriver since it’s the biggest challenge
I have 3 tool chests and I organize every drawer by tool type as much as possible. There’s a few small special tool drawers and rarely used tool drawers. Like you said, most commonly used up top, lesser used down lower. My separate drawers are Phillips, slotted, nut drivers, regular sockets sae/metric, impact sockets, adjustable wrenches, slip joint piers, regular pliers, side cutters, lineman’s, special hammers, regular hammers, sissors, picks, files, files, files and the remaining have too many rusty tools needing restoration.
Wonderful job on the hammer! Did you say you used ArmorAll on the handle? Don’t let me stand near you when using it, lol!
LOL- Steve- The Armoral I put on was just for a fact but if you rub it in good with your hands it doesn’t stay slippery. 😃👍
Vote for #2…great job on the hammer!
Very cool 1234 you can ryme anytime lol
Thanks scout I really enjoy all the tool footage and and that wooden plug is very smart idea not sure about reason but that. Grear user hammer for sure.
Is callling every tool a screwdriver our new insider joke? 😂 I'm probably the only one but I'd like to see you do number four first, appears to be quite the challenge and I've got screwdrivers in similar condition that scare me do I just might learn a thing or two. No experience with organizing a toolbox but I know how hard it is to keep the shop "clean". And yes everything becomes a shelf, I've got two bycicles and even they act a shelves ever now and again.
Great one. Look forward to Wednesday's!
Restore # 1. Thank's John.
I use floor mats from the dollar store as drawer liners. They work great. Did my 1980's 10 drawer craftsman top box for like six bucks.
Thank you so much for showing how you worked on the claw. That's a particular area that I find especially difficult.
My choice for a screwdriver restoration? I like the very bottom one. Looks like that head is messed up and I'd love to see you restore it.
After you painted it, that hammer looks like one of those red douglas hammers.
@@mrbenmall I thought that too.
I’ve seen some auto mechanic tool boxes where the organization would make you cry (in a good way).
Oh yeah, #3!
Yes! There are some awesome UA-camrs who have such amazing boxes! Really nice!
Mr. White it looks like you and I are the only ones who voted #3 in the entire comment section.
@@Russ0107 I couldn’t NOT vote for such a lovely looking little tool
Nicest $3 hammer I've ever seen. I'm still trying to get my tools organized as you are. I generally keep woodworking / carpentry tools separate from the mechanical tools, and of course a separate small tool box to keep in the car. Toss up between #1 and #2 for the screwdriver resto.
Great work on the hammer! I can't pick just one of the screwdrivers, they all have potential. I totally agree that the top of a tool box should just be another pull out drawer. I don't think I have a specific method or plan for organizing a toolbox, but I agree that the most used tools work best in the upper drawers. Mine just sort of ended up that way.