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  • @wdd2563
    @wdd2563 Рік тому +12

    Stumbled across this embarrassing fanboy vid, I feel awkwardly uncomfortable for this guy

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +12

      Why?! 🤦🏼‍♂️ don’t feel uncomfortable for me I’m doing just fine bub 🤣 😂

    • @wdd2563
      @wdd2563 Рік тому +1

      I’m onboard with some brand loyalty when it comes to what cordless platforms I choose, as for the rest I gotta go on a tool by tool basis.
      It’s all good though brother, best of luck in all your endeavors.. Cheers!!

    • @paulnovakowski8358
      @paulnovakowski8358 6 місяців тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss you made a good video. I think the perception is that you have all the Milwaukee products staged in the background. The first thought when you see the background is that it's a Milwaukee product release rather than a review. I didn't like the screwdriver set. To me they didn't feel good in the hand for practical use. I felt like I had a Craftsman tool from the 90s.

    • @White2098
      @White2098 4 місяці тому

      @@paulnovakowski8358 You can see he has multiple Klein items, Veto bags, etc. Its pretty normal for people to choose a brand and stick with them for storage and power tools...

    • @kylepatton2423
      @kylepatton2423 2 місяці тому +1

      What's wrong with having a favorite brand? At least it's a really good one.

  • @Eddy63
    @Eddy63 Рік тому +10

    Good products Jake ... I still have my very 1st Klein 9'' Linesman pliers that I bought in Oct 1971 and they still cut like butter ... But like me , they're retired ... Thx

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      Definitely can stand the test of time!! That’s wild tho Eddy, you enjoy that retired life brother 🫡

    • @WilliamBrown-bg7vm
      @WilliamBrown-bg7vm 6 місяців тому

      I want that emoji.... WTF!

  • @asmautollc
    @asmautollc Рік тому +6

    I read an article about Milwaukee opening a US plant to manufacture hand tools and subsequently forgot about it until I saw this vid in my feed. Very cool and the tools look great. Too bad Stanley didn’t pull Made in USA off for Craftsman.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      I’d say for their first release and line up it’s pretty good stuff 👍🏻 I was disappointed about the craftsman to, especially after they built the facility and all!

  • @cophater298
    @cophater298 Рік тому +3

    i see those electrical pliers are they making any made in usa plumbing tools?

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      I hope so!! I think they’re just starting with basics for now, not sure how far they’ll take it.

  • @TheBenjammin
    @TheBenjammin Рік тому +31

    Made in USA doesn't mean quality...just look at our cars. Made in America just means more expensive.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +5

      😂 pretty true statement. Most our cars are filled with global junk tho 🤷🏼‍♂️

    • @david-iandawson
      @david-iandawson 10 місяців тому

      😂😂😂 as a tech for VW working in t UK I recall my foreman once telling me (approx 20 yrs ago) just how well build old American cars are. Whilst it's sad to hear this is no longer t case I'm not too surprised tbh. This is t same everywhere now. For example Chinese MG cars are being sold for really cheap/ subsidised here in t uk to any other EV car, this is certainly yet another step backwards in engineering quality.

    • @dirtbagian
      @dirtbagian 4 місяці тому +2

      “Assembled in USA” and “made in USA” are two completely different thing lol. No vehicles are made in USA.

    • @tonkaavarbeso7813
      @tonkaavarbeso7813 Місяць тому

      @@dirtbagiani dont really care as long as our american brothers and sisters get feed

  • @justsayin7937
    @justsayin7937 9 місяців тому +2

    Didnt even know these tools existed. Definitely getting loaded up on some. Nice seeing American made again.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  9 місяців тому

      Make sure to test the ones in store, with how “broken in” they are some are tight might have to sift through a couple!! These are my daily tools right now

  • @Joethetoolguy
    @Joethetoolguy Рік тому +2

    Nice vid. I have the chinesium linesman from Milwaukee and they suck balls. Might try the new ones 👍

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      In my first week much better then those I can assure. Haven’t missed a beat between these and Kleins. 👍🏻

  • @chadfengel
    @chadfengel Рік тому +4

    These screwdrivers are awesome. I hope they offer more sizes eventually.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      Their pretty good ergonomically, I think they have a total of 9 so longer shafts and different tip sizes for sure 👍🏻

  • @TedErhartCFP
    @TedErhartCFP 8 місяців тому +1

    Enjoyed this review!

  • @thebackwoodsmechanic5029
    @thebackwoodsmechanic5029 4 місяці тому +1

    I wish i had a Home Depot. Not one flr 2 hours. I have 1 local small business hardware store that now sales more Milwakee than anyone in my region along with Channellock & Klein. The Milwaukee is impressive

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  4 місяці тому

      That could be good thing!! I would find my self in the depot and Lowe’s far too often 😂 good to take care of the small business!! Do you notice a bigger margin on their prices?

  • @donrummerfield2903
    @donrummerfield2903 Рік тому +4

    I shop only at Lowes don't have any other place to go where I live great place for tools

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      You’re the exception Don lol not the rule!! In my area the depot and Lowe’s are across the street from each other, there’s a lot like that in central Florida it’s weird now that I think of it!

  • @Randylazz
    @Randylazz Рік тому +3

    Great Video Time To Go Out And Buy More Tools = )

  • @jasonjohnsonHVAC
    @jasonjohnsonHVAC Рік тому +2

    Team black and yellow.....had to be "that guy" its all love....awesome video Jake

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      🤣 I’m going to need you to leave Jason 😂 thanks bro you the man! Keep crushing it dude

    • @jasonjohnsonHVAC
      @jasonjohnsonHVAC Рік тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss 😁😆🤣😅😄

  • @tphvac87
    @tphvac87 Рік тому +2

    You should do an entire Milwaukee tool review that would be epic!

  • @adamjames1375
    @adamjames1375 11 місяців тому +1

    If poopin's your game, Lowes takes the cake. Big fan of the Toughbuilt lineup too.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  11 місяців тому

      🤣 you are not lying about that!! Toughbuilt is slick, waiting on some more stack tech to drop, can’t find any at my local

    • @adamjames1375
      @adamjames1375 11 місяців тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss
      Yeah man, here's to girl managers & customers whose diet doesn't consist solely of Budweiser & Taco Bell.
      The clip pouches are great for remodeling. I have a full Occidental rig that's great, but just big and awkward for alot of work.
      They're stuffs kinda in the nifty pro-sumer range but alot of it is really solid & very affordable.

  • @dereckcompanioni6051
    @dereckcompanioni6051 9 місяців тому +2

    I’ve been abusing my set and they have held up💪. I even use the large flat as a beater, and the tip has held up great! My only complaint is the packaging. It’s so hard to get the drivers out, I ended up cutting 2 of mine fresh out the package.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  9 місяців тому +1

      The packaging is the worse with all the tools 🤦‍♂️ I’m always nervous I’ll cut something to!! But these have been my dailies, and have been aolid

  • @TheSimba86
    @TheSimba86 Рік тому +7

    I remember when I was in HVAC school Klein came in to do presentations and they was like "PROUDLY MADE IN THE USA!" and then hand out stuff that was made in china for us to look at LOL

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +4

      🤣 nooooooo??? Ain’t that some BS 🤦🏼‍♂️ it’s like the whole “designed, and engineered in the USA, manufactured globally” like c’mon now 😂

    • @TheSimba86
      @TheSimba86 Рік тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss or the "assembled in USA from global components" which means they do 99% of the work in china and import it so an American can put one screw in it and not have to mark it "made in china"

  • @philchristmas4071
    @philchristmas4071 5 місяців тому +1

    I've been impressed with all of the 🇺🇸 made milwaukee tools. Hopefully they start manufacturing more tools in 🇺🇸 soon.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  5 місяців тому

      I agree they’ve been awesome, and my daily tools for 99% of my job. No issues yet

  • @shayne87
    @shayne87 3 місяці тому +1

    I LOVE my Packout and all my M12 and M18 tools but I don't have a ton of Milwaukee hand tools inside my Packout because there are simply better alternatives. I use a Knipex channel lock, Wiha screwdrivers, Gearwrench ratchet, etc. That's what's really cool about the Packout. I LOOK well coordinated. No one has to see my mismatched tools and my ugly Klein 11 in 1 😂

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  3 місяці тому

      🤣 😂 I feel you on that hahaha could you imagine dewalt in the packout 😳 jk

  • @MORGANSMaintenance
    @MORGANSMaintenance Рік тому +2

    Not a Lowes guy myself… I just don’t like many of the tool offerings there, and the Home Depot employees are better in my town.
    Those diagonals look mean, I like the look of them.
    Great Video Brother Man 👍👍

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      I know that’s right!! But I know I’ll be sneaking that way when that tough built stack tech comes out 😳
      Got a little broken it, they open much wider for more leverage should have showed that.
      Appreciate you as always bro 🫡

    • @MORGANSMaintenance
      @MORGANSMaintenance Рік тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss I know, that ToughBuilt stuff looks crazy good… My Lowes doesn’t have any yet.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      @MORGANSMaintenance right?? I think I read somewhere between the 19th and 23rd

  • @stevegee218
    @stevegee218 Рік тому +1

    I wonder if these pliers are manufactured by Channellock and rebranded for Milwaukee.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +3

      they’ve built a manufacturing facility in West Bend, Wisconsin specifically for this line with plans on expanding it, we shall see 🤔

  • @ATown-z3p
    @ATown-z3p 16 днів тому +1

    You weren’t impressed with Milwaukee hand tools so you got me to subscribe

  • @briancencelewski55
    @briancencelewski55 Рік тому +1

    Very much enjoyed this hand tool tutorial my brother Krauss!!! I just got the Milwaukee clamp meter from Home Depot and I love it way better than the Klein ones! The Klein meters the dials on them always lock up after a few months for some reason!!!🤔 anyway good talking to my main HVAC brother on UA-cam!! Later!!!!

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      Ayyyeeee!!! always wanted to test out the Milwaukee meters, they have a pretty big line up! Haven’t ever used the Klein, kind of disappointing to hear that about their meters but as always brother appreciate you 🫡 let’s gooo

  • @fshn76
    @fshn76 Рік тому +3

    Milwaukee does make quality stuff. Hard to beat Knipex but that’s like comparing apples to oranges. Great video Jake the 🐍

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      I can get behind these! Not a fan of their other hand tools to much, own very few a lot more knipex and Klein, wera/wiha!! Appreciate you B-Rye

  • @eastcoast186
    @eastcoast186 Рік тому +4

    Let’s go team red👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

  • @thomaskubiak7019
    @thomaskubiak7019 Рік тому +1

    0:59 definitely a different crowd at Lowe’s.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      😂 right? I just like to mess with those that seem to get upset about it!! Big Orange is my go to, but if I have to I’ll swing into the blue box

    • @thomaskubiak7019
      @thomaskubiak7019 Рік тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss Menards (for supplies), Depot (for tools), Local hardware store, Then Lowe’s (only if I have to)

  • @pnwracing
    @pnwracing Рік тому +1

    Tools are nice but I personally went with all channellock for my pliers except Klein wire strippers. I will be making a switch to Knipex at some point but for now very content with channellock. For screwdrivers I use Milwaukee’s 13 in 1 and Klein insulated screwdrivers. Milwaukee screwdrivers are too bulky for my liking.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      I’d say these new drivers are much better than those ones, wasn’t a fan either. If I were to upgrade it would definitely be to knipex as well, by far my favorite pliers 👍🏻 thanks for watching

  • @TubysBasement
    @TubysBasement 4 місяці тому +1

    Home Depot is too luxurious for me, I only go to harbor freight😂😂😂
    In all srs, how do these compare to the similarly priced but foreign made icon screwdrivers and pliers?

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  4 місяці тому

      I’m glad you understood the satire 😅 seems like most didn’t!
      I really enjoy them, they’ve been my go to for the past however long this videos been out, the way they come machined and just ready to use has been awesome without the break in period!!

  • @cajunsurvivor
    @cajunsurvivor Рік тому +1

    I would like to see the USA Milwaukee screwdriver set tested against Tought Built screwdriver set. I'm very impressed with the Tough Built screwdrivers

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      I was looking at them, starting to get more intrigued by the toughbuilt brand, was just the utility knife’s at first then the clip tech and now their stack tech! Thanks for the suggestion

  • @Jason-fg4jr
    @Jason-fg4jr Рік тому +1

    When I started in the trade all Milwaukee was made in the states... then the cordless line their Gen 1 cordless with the hatchet Sawzall... they fell off and then China stepped in

  • @RobertoVerdin-d5h
    @RobertoVerdin-d5h 5 місяців тому +2

    Me fasina esa marca exelente video saludos

  • @robertclary8774
    @robertclary8774 9 місяців тому +1

    My local Home Depot has had zero Klein for quite a while now.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  9 місяців тому

      The depot letting a lot of the tools move on over to Lowe’s.

  • @c_young-hvac4586
    @c_young-hvac4586 Рік тому +2

    I have some screw drivers by Milwaukee...my 5 yr old loves them ....the pliers look like a pile of Cresent tools ...I'll stick with Stanley and that Walmart brand drill lol

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      But is it Merica made??? 🤣 hyper tough for the win son 😂

  • @handsmcneil
    @handsmcneil 10 місяців тому +1

    Our local lowes has an old guy working there that Knows his shit. Cool dude. Occasionally Lowes will have something I need that the Homeless Despot doesnt but being a Milphucky guy I am at the HD a lot. Theres a guy with idk.. an eye injury(?) maybe blind in one eye? in the lumber dept that is a solid dude. Needed a fridge in a pinch 30 mins before closing n he made it happen. But both places here hire mostly kids that dont know shit about shit.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  10 місяців тому +1

      Sooo true 🤣it’s hit or miss depending on which location you go to. I’ve found myself recently going to Lowe’s more just because it’s closer to my job sites. But yeah I’m red china guy and love the depot , but they are just letting the good brands walk to Lowe’s.

    • @handsmcneil
      @handsmcneil 10 місяців тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss ahhh lol see ace is a stones throw from my house but more expensive with less selection. Lowes n Hd are across our small town but across the street from eachother lol so if one doesnt have what I need I go across the street. Super convenient.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  10 місяців тому +1

      ⁠@@handsmcneilsame with my ace, man you got it made just tool hopping lol

    • @handsmcneil
      @handsmcneil 10 місяців тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss haha youre not kidding. My bank account loves it.

  • @JalonBerrios
    @JalonBerrios 8 місяців тому +1

    If they step up the quality then yes but Milwaukee isn’t there yet. And it’s a shame because the best country should have the best tools???

  • @JohnLennon-yg4ut
    @JohnLennon-yg4ut 6 місяців тому +1

    As an electrician I’ll stick with my made in America kleins. Milwaukee is good for power tools but when it comes to hand tools knipex and kleins all the way

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  6 місяців тому

      I’m Klein all day and Knipex is my go to BUT these are some great pliers, the drivers are ok but the pliers have been great!

  • @urjnlegend
    @urjnlegend Рік тому +9

    Milwaukee fans going to be crazy and ignore the fact the rest of the tools are not made in the usa

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +4

      😂 red chyyy-NA!!!

    • @kyles2232
      @kyles2232 Рік тому

      And the fact milwaukee is a Chinese owned company raking in the profits lol

    • @loucifer4205
      @loucifer4205 Рік тому

      Sorry it's owned by China 🇨🇳 it hasn't been a American company in over 25 years you buy China Milwaukee support China these tools are made in China packaged and they laser engrave the USA on the tools, I seen the video there nowhere that you see melted metal being pored in molds nor any of the rubber or plastic either only a fool would believe China

    • @121dodgers
      @121dodgers Рік тому

      Pretty sure milwaukee announced thier usa made tools...

    • @loucifer4205
      @loucifer4205 Рік тому

      @@121dodgers They can announce all they want they're made in China 🇨🇳 packaged and laser cut usa on the tools

  • @JalonBerrios
    @JalonBerrios 8 місяців тому +1

    Lowe’s does have some good tools too

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  8 місяців тому

      I find myself slowly migrating towards Lowe’s more often!

  • @WilliamBrown-bg7vm
    @WilliamBrown-bg7vm 6 місяців тому +1

    This video hasn't aged well😂
    Anybody else not using that mod box?
    I run tools into the ground and the usa made milwaukee are ok, about the same as klien ok. Not Knipex or Wiha but....like Proto for fan boys😅

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  6 місяців тому +1

      How hasn’t it? The pliers have been great! Use them everyday as my go to right now, the quality is there! The drivers a so so. I have tons of Knipex and they are my favorite to use. Wiha makes good drivers but most their tools aren’t that good, and my experience with their pliers is trash.but I don’t have experience with the mod box, hasn’t caught my eye.

    • @WilliamBrown-bg7vm
      @WilliamBrown-bg7vm 6 місяців тому

      @KoolinwithKrauss The Lowes part, at least out here they don't have much HD doesn't have anymore, HD still is for the pros

    • @WilliamBrown-bg7vm
      @WilliamBrown-bg7vm 6 місяців тому

      @KoolinwithKrauss Also I got most of the USA stuff too. I love them pliers, had to buy another after losing the first, the cutters are OK but my Wiha are the ones in my bag 😉

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  6 місяців тому +1

      @@WilliamBrown-bg7vm oh yaaaa!! A lot was tongue in cheek 🤣 some ppl really didn’t like it. I find my self going to Lowe’s more recently because there’s more around in my area! I didn’t buy all the wigs that was on clearance at my local Lowe’s , generally I start ever bag with linemans, dikes and needle nose. Haven’t opened yet tho 🤦‍♂️

  • @kylewells6871
    @kylewells6871 Рік тому +1

    I like milwaukee power tools, not the hand tools. Klein, Rigid, Knipex, and Malco are what's in my tool bags.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      Definitely l! I think these are worth a shot so far, my bag 99% is Klein and knipex as well

  • @jessef7915
    @jessef7915 Рік тому +1

    Milwaukee’s hand tools suck when they break, hope you saved your receipts in order to be able to get some warranty on it. I had a ratchet break recently and Milwaukee was requesting I give them a receipt and all sorts of information, I don’t know where I bought it from, I threw out the receipt years ago. They SUCK stay away from them. I’ll stick to hand tools that I can still go to the local hardware store exchange, craftsman or husky.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      Good to know!! I haven’t had an issue when I buy the products from the depot and go warranty them. Only have done with a Klein driver and Klein cable cutters. also a Milwaukee hammer drill m18 gen3 Other than that I don’t have experience, but if it’s like that, I’ll definitely be sure to keep the receipts, what a hassle

  • @paulnovakowski8358
    @paulnovakowski8358 6 місяців тому +1

    99% of my work tools are Snap-On. I wouldn't trade any of my tools for Milwaukee tools. It a good first step in making US tools but the price point is not good for these tools. I would buy Snap-On or Wiha before I bought a Milwaukee tool.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  6 місяців тому

      I like their pliers been living in the bag, the screwdrivers have held up well so far, using them to bust out knock outs, so far so good 🤞

  • @corypeacock556
    @corypeacock556 11 місяців тому +2

    Dumb take on Lowe's, they carry a ton more hand tools and more than one or two brands to chose from

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  11 місяців тому

      Sarcasm/satire 🤦‍♂️ I regularly go to Lowe’s 😂

    • @corypeacock556
      @corypeacock556 11 місяців тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss i have found here in central Texas that I can stop in at a particular Lowe's and that particular store will have certain hand tools and another across town may have the same and a ton of other options. I could stop again a month or two later at theoar same stores and the amount of selections be completely different.

  • @lifegoeson05
    @lifegoeson05 Рік тому +2

    Buddy, you are pretty salty about everyone shopping at the blue store, with the ”nicer trucks”, and the “garage toobers”. Bud, you every tool I see in the background is new or still in the package.

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому +1

      Bud you must not watch my videos buddy 🤣 just popped in for this one, the tools I use for my work I do keep in boxes and I wipe them down 👍🏻 good try tho 🤦🏼‍♂️

    • @lifegoeson05
      @lifegoeson05 Рік тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss buddy, I don’t. Just thought I’d state the obvious and show the irony in your saltiness.

    • @Ashleyk0705
      @Ashleyk0705 Рік тому +1

      its ok babe everyone has their niche and yours is tools @@KoolinwithKrauss you work hard to provide for our family and anyones opinions about your "saltiness" is just that..God forbid someone take a joke in 2023.. dont even acknowledge negativity.. you arent that person❤

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      @@lifegoeson05 must be a Lowe’s shopper getting 🤣 that’s what it is

    • @lifegoeson05
      @lifegoeson05 Рік тому

      @@KoolinwithKrauss Blue doesn’t sell the Red I like. I’m guessing it’s the reason why the video was suggested.
      I’m guessing yall can’t take a joke in 2023.

  • @russianoleg
    @russianoleg Рік тому +1

    Looks like they just coppied klien tools to the tee.

  • @keysautorepair6038
    @keysautorepair6038 Рік тому +1

    You know who makes them now lol it’s Klein screwdriver and channel lock is making the pliers.

  • @tonyg7553
    @tonyg7553 5 місяців тому +1

    Channellock is the worst.

  • @kyles2232
    @kyles2232 Рік тому +1

    Still a chinese owned company lol

  • @josephboland5440
    @josephboland5440 Рік тому +1

    I love me some home depot but it's filled with house wifes Lowe's is for the trades

    • @KoolinwithKrauss
      @KoolinwithKrauss  Рік тому

      😂 noooo!! Their probably all in cahoots with one another 🤦🏼‍♂️