Secret To HARBOR FREIGHT Success: Know Before You BUY!

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  • Опубліковано 6 кві 2024
  • Harbor Freight Tools is a GENIUS!
    Here is their secret to becoming the fastest growing retailer in 2022 and 2023.
    Also buying Tips and Tricks you'll want to know to save money next time you shop!
    Before the secret was implemented they solely relied on their cheap tools from Central Pneumatic, and Chicago Electric and yes they are cheap. When you understand how The Good, Better, and Best model works, you will know what tools you should buy from Harbor Freight and which Harbor Freight tools you should avoid. Also your brain will think differently next time you walk down Harbor Freight isles.
    Yes Harbor Freight either owns or holds exclusive rights to all their products which is why you don't see them at any other store: Pittsburgh, Predator, Bauer, US General, Daytona, ICON, Hercules, Titanium, Admiral, Atlas, Avanti, Badland, Banks, Central Forge, Central Hydraulics, Central Machinery, Drill Master, Earthquake, Fortress, Gordon, Pierce, Mcgraw, Portland, Predator, Quinn, Thunderbolt, Vanguard, Viking, Voyager, Vulcan, Warrior, and Yukon ........Just to name a few, haha!
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  • @-DIYPRO-
    @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +3

    What are the hidden gems you've found?

    • @LostCloudx4
      @LostCloudx4 2 місяці тому

      When I was in Australia, many of those "lower" brands still meet standards & aren't too much different from the big brands.
      However here in unregulated Thailand.... I have been through 4 cordless drills in 3 weeks now... First one the chuck didn't grip anything, next one the hammer,screw,drill selector wouldn't slide, 3rd one would spin either direction freely.... and now number 4 arrived yesterday lol a 100% DeWalt copy even down to logos and printing lol see how it goes.

  • @fcschoenthal
    @fcschoenthal 2 місяці тому +4

    I've been a HF customer for many years (long before the 3 categories) and an Inside Track member for almost as long. I've always bought with the mindset of looking at the options and seeing what will fit my need. It used to be that you should be hesitant of anything with a motor or electronics, but that has changed. I still shy away from tools that should have some degree of accuracy. Some will say that "you usually get what you pay for", but there are lots of gems to be found that get the job done more than well enough. - Chris

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Right on, in the same boat!

  • @Skips1964
    @Skips1964 2 місяці тому +2

    Been a HF customer for years. Used to be my go-to for disposable tools for one-off projects. Now I'm finding that they have a lot of quality tools, at great prices!

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Went through the same process.

  • @bmbc6391
    @bmbc6391 2 місяці тому +3

    I'll go with the good items for the lower prices tools. Except the drill bits, I go with higher quality bits unless it's just for wood.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Good motto to go by!

  • @gthegreat153
    @gthegreat153 2 місяці тому +2

    I used to shop in Harbor Freight all the time. Back in the good old days, when they offered 20% off coupons plus free items, like multimeter, ruler and flashlights. Every time i needed to add an item to my new tool collection, I would use those coupons. But recently they stopped those coupons, and my basic tool collection became more complete. I now hardly shop there. I also started comparing prices online. I usually find better prices online now. Like i recently bought a welder on Amazon because it was cheaper or same price than HF and it had more features. Not to forget free shipping. So, I wonder if HF is still as busy as they used to be.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      I do miss the 20% off coupons. If you were lucky and had a nice cashier they would let you do multiple transactions with the same coupon.
      Every once and a while they'll do the 15% off, no restrictions which, depending on what you are looking for could be better.

  • @btrswt35
    @btrswt35 2 місяці тому +2

    I've been buying from HF since they were only mail order, at least in Pennsylvania. I actually bought my Ryobi orbital sander (made in the USA too!) from harbor freight back in the mid 1990's.
    Generally speaking, their pneumatic nailers are decent. I have 18 and 23 gauge nailers and they have worked well for years. I have a pneumatic twin hammer impact wrench (again bought a long time ago that was made in Japan) that used to be my go to for stubborn fasteners.
    Their clamps can't be beat for the price. I have several of the aluminum bar clamps for panel glue ups... Works great. They aren't going to clamp wood that's bent like a pretzel but shouldn't be using them like that either.
    I would stay away from some of their measuring tools. Have had issues with squares in the past.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Very true about the nailers. I still have my old blue roofing and framing nailer!

  • @SLO-Ride
    @SLO-Ride 2 місяці тому +2

    The best thing about HF, is when you need a specialized tool for a ONE TIME job. Use it, fix your project, and toss the tool into the box, never to be seen again! Spent 1/10th the price of the "big name" specific tool, and did NOT feel the pain in the wallet!

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Right on with the box. I still have a bunch of old boxes and tools that were just used once!

  • @ZoruaZorroark
    @ZoruaZorroark 15 днів тому

    i like the company BECAUSE their products are great for many of us on a budget and still giving a pretty decent quality

  • @r.is.c9402
    @r.is.c9402 5 днів тому

    Home depot does sorta have a GBB system, Ryobi Rigid Milwaukee are all TTI owned and sold in the same place. But you are right, its not obvious like how HF does it

  • @scottjune3554
    @scottjune3554 2 місяці тому +2

    Dang it man! Now I want a crown burger and I'm here in Florida 😢

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Just come out and get one!

  • @tyg5265
    @tyg5265 2 місяці тому +2

    Now i want some crown! Crown is king!

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Skip the eclipse crowds and come on over!

  • @LostCloudx4
    @LostCloudx4 2 місяці тому +2

    Only issue.... sometimes it turns on them and becomes financially unviable then you see these big stores crash... Sure doesn't affect a small grade buyer...but jobs, huge empty properties ..etc etc.
    One thing I really don't understand is how I believe Best Buy backs up items for breakage... e.g. many of my buddies have bought go pros, gone flying their quad that weekend, crashed and broken it then just gone back and they replace it.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +3

      I'm sure they know a percentage of people will do that and because of that it's worked into the price. Sucks for the rest of us because they could be selling them cheaper if not.

  • @HELLHAMMERHANDHIX
    @HELLHAMMERHANDHIX 2 місяці тому +3

    HAY...Hi point have an excellent warranty system. And a bullet is still a bullet no matter wot it comes out of !!!.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      True, I would add if you take care of them and clean them often then they'll last.

  • @BillyBlaze7
    @BillyBlaze7 2 місяці тому +1

    Ive tried since the Bauer deal started to get that deal at any store in my area and the only item I want is not available, I contacted HF about it they said I can get a raincheck so I traveled 60 miles to the store and they told me the raincheck is only good for 30 days LOL what a Fkn JOKE....still they dont have the item....im DONE with HF

  • @scottjune3554
    @scottjune3554 2 місяці тому +2

    So....how much is Harbor Freight paying you?

    • @skateinspace
      @skateinspace 2 місяці тому +1

      who is forcing you to watch this?

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      I mention that at the very end. Nothing!

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +1

      Nobody, my videos are awesome, haha!

  • @johnparkerthegimpygardener
    @johnparkerthegimpygardener 2 місяці тому +2

    You are full of it. I have milwaukee tool;s used hard for 30+ years The stuff I bought at HF did not last the first use. and sears had home owners sears and sears industrial. were very reasonable and were very good tools. And HF their top end is more money than the good stuff.

    • @-DIYPRO-
      @-DIYPRO-  2 місяці тому +2

      You are lucky and still have tools that were built to last, back when they were built in the US. Hold on to those! Now most every Mil tool is made overseas. They only have a couple that are still made in the US.

    • @johnparkerthegimpygardener
      @johnparkerthegimpygardener 2 місяці тому

      @@-DIYPRO- Yes I know . They cost a lot but they are like the energizer bunny . Same was true of porter cable . and sears industrial. Now they advertise made in the usa . and then in fine print with Imported parts. Look exactly like the implement imported from poland except paint . but 500 dollars more. Another con is made in america, That can be made in canada and mexico . and not lying . But you are thinking the usa.