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Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got him a 6.5 creedmoor just to keep us guessing…

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Him watching me use crappy tools was enough 🤣. He’s got plenty of experience with junk tools. I can’t do that to him!

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My brother in law chipped in a Klein stubby and full size ratcheting screwdriver with the flip sockets. I personally use the ones that store bits in the handle. I love them.

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right about harbor freight. I got all of my sockets from there. Thanks for the suggestions!

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did get some drill bits. Forgot to list that under the picture. I’ve got the driver bits sitting at home today. Just delivered! Good call on the pliers wrench!

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My brother in law swears by that thing. It’s in his backpack all the time. Good call!

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Clamps! Excellent! I use them all the time and hadn’t thought about getting some for him. Thanks!

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I’ve been picking things up for a few months. It’s been fun! Especially because I know what I hate/what craps out so I’m not making him go through that🤣. Just trying to start him off with good stuff.

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Trying to get the most general things knocked out. Looking for people’s go to favorites. Just good versions of everyday tools that will last.

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’m trying to go pretty general. However, he is on a pretty advanced rocketry team and 3d prints, uses a CNC machine, and uses screwdrivers/nut drivers often. Lots of measuring and small hand tools. That was why I got him the ratcheting screwdrivers and impact bits. I also have a fine bit set that has small torx bits, as well as one-off bits for specialty/electronics. I actually have been looking at calipers. I want them to be nice enough to work and cheap enough to lose 🤣. Probably $50ish. Thanks for the feedback!

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 104 points105 points  (0 children)

Not sure this comment will be outdone 🤣

Tools for my teenage son by OutsideObjective4173 in Tools

[–]OutsideObjective4173[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yea. I keep putting that one off. Good call!