I appreciate you sharing. My bag(s) looked very similar to yours for decades. A couple years back I started upgrading my tools, and man what a difference. Knipex Cobras, PB Swiss Screwdrivers & Bits, Koken ratchets & sockets, Tsunoda needle nose and flush cutters, and so much more. You might consider treating yourself to something similar.
@carnold.knowledge I just made my first foray into Knipex Plier wrenches and got rid of the Crescent wrenches. Good move, but ohhhh so expensive! I contacted Knipex when I posted an earlier version of this video and asked them to propose substitutions for all my tools to reduce count and weight; hoping to produce a bag makeover video. Unfortunately it didn’t go anywhere. I’m carefully considering changes.
So glad you mentioned this…I bought a small and medium Knipex plier wrench after making this vid and have had a chance to use them a good bit in lieu of the three Crescent wrenches. Also saw a large Icon plier wrench at Hobo Freight that looked surprisingly nice form the price that might be a good compromise for a size less needed. Look for a video on my Knipex experience in the future!!
@@TailgateTinkerer If you love your Channels, no need to get cobras. But they are built better and have a lock to hold your position. The mini bolt cutters though... :)
@@leodesforges161 I'll have to take a look and am thankful for your input. I need to balance the enjoyment and productivity of investing in new tools with how much and how long it will help me. The light at the end of my tunnel keeps getting brighter and brighter... But being an Engineer, I do love precision and design. Somehow I feel this discussion with you is going to end up costing me about $500! Thanks again.
@@justinoff1 Thanks. I do have other bags with some electrical and another with some plumbing....kinda hard to determine exactly where to draw the line. I have a very few repeated items, but not many. I do not have a circuit tracer as of yet, but have been looking at them for a while and may pull the trigger. Would definitely be a nice to have item.
BTW, I mentioned this to someone else; I found that some of the smaller tools can get lost in the deep pockets, so I was up some plastic grocery bags in the bottom of some of the pockets to keep them accessible and also provide a pin cushion of sorts for screwdrivers and shafted tools.
That's a thorough, thought-out setup. I really like my Craftsman Versastack bag. It's made similar to that, but I wish it had more pockets on the inside. Most of them are on the outside, and it just has one large main compartment. It's heavy duty and holds a lot of tools, so it'll do until I can afford something better. I'm still getting used to using a bag. I'm more of a mechanic, and it's hard to find a bag that's geared more toward that purpose, but I'm getting it lined for general hand tool use. I still like my Trusco and Craftsman steel portable boxes a lot.
The only thing that has kept me from getting a Veto bag is the weight. As a mobile carpenter/contractor, light weight bags are so valuable. My every day bag is around 13 lbs loaded. The bag itself is around 1.5 lbs. Thanks for the great video!
Much experience there. Maybe some mechanics wire and 16 gauge or so thhn stranded wire for misc repair. Mechanic wire is.stronger.than zip ties and.great on mufflers,4 inch vise grips are great for brake lines and everyone needs a pick of some sort. Lastly a small bit ratchet..,nice organized set up sir
Thank you, adding some wire makes great sense. I have a dental pick with a piece of cork on the point in the bag, but must have missed it. Have a great Christmas sir.
You should check out the Bosch 12v drill/driver with the FlexiClick 5-in-1 system. The same drill can do both of the jobs of your two Makitas and it also comes with a right angle head and an offset head. It's not an impact driver, but that bad boy packs a punch. I have one in addition to my various DeWalt 20v tools. Since getting my Bosch 12v, i almost never grab my DeWalt tools, the Bosch just handles business so well.
I recommend getting a pair of knipex twin grips. You don't realize how much you needed them until you have them. 8 inch. I don't recall seeing a O ring pick in there. A must have.
I now have small and medium plier wrenches. Never seen or tried the twin grips until looking it up. What do they do for you that channel locks don’t? I have a dental pick with a cork cover; must have missed that one.
@@TailgateTinkerer I second the twin grips recommendation. Their 8"/200mm version is the best size. They're great for removing stripped screws because of the unique design of the jaws. Engineer/Vampliers have a similar design for their jaws. Morgan's Maintenance probably has a good video review of Knipex twin grips and Engineer pliers.
Thanks. I can’t say I have tested tons of other bags, but certainly holding up for 25 years and still going is a testament. I’m not a pro tradesman, so its life has been easy compared to pro service; but it is built like a tank.
@@TailgateTinkerer I didn't realize Veto had been around for so long. I just found out about them this year. I bought a Tech Pac Blackout, and it's been great.
I mentioned to someone else that at one point a rep with VETO contacted me to see about using this piece for promotion but determined it was too old and different from their current offerings. Mine is really stout, but also really heavy. A little lighter would be nice if it holds up.
Good afternoon from the Great State of Texas. You carry a lot of tools. How much does this bag way? I like your setup. The wire stripper is wonderful. I have one like it.
It weighs in lose to 40#, so kinda like carrying a bag of play sand! It’s a bit heavy, but just so incredibly useful. I could break it into two smaller bags and may have to do so. Thus far it’s been manageable.
I’m afraid I haven’t been good enough to rank new toys….he’s passed me by quite a few years which explains why I still use a 50 year old Stanley punch! Actually I like the simple tools and haven’t gotten into all the true-molded huge handles etc. I will say getting a set of Knipex plier wrenches has been a nice thing.
I am not a fan of the Veto bags, they are heavy even without tools and once you load it up they are very heavy and the internal pockets are awkward at best.
Thanks for the comment. It has served me well, but is indeed heavy. God gave me a strong back, so I’ll take the extra half a pound and have something that last 25+ years. I must admit the extra weight gets a little more bothersome every year, with the bag’s total weight at 40# in its shown loadout. I wad up and pack plastic grocery bags into the bottom of some pockets to prevent smaller tools getting lost in the pocket bottoms and to also help hold position of several tools. If being critical, I’ve had some of mildew form on the inside covers of the bag, which made it smell musty and discolored the surface. You can see a little of the staining when I roll down the front cover. The bag, like the most of the tools in the bag, are not the newer kid on the block. I can’t speak to how the construction of this bag compares to newer VETO bags, but can say on an earlier edition of the bag someone from VETO reached out and was considering using parts of this for promotion but later decided against it due to the bag not representing their modern bags.
I appreciate you sharing. My bag(s) looked very similar to yours for decades. A couple years back I started upgrading my tools, and man what a difference. Knipex Cobras, PB Swiss Screwdrivers & Bits, Koken ratchets & sockets, Tsunoda needle nose and flush cutters, and so much more. You might consider treating yourself to something similar.
@carnold.knowledge I just made my first foray into Knipex Plier wrenches and got rid of the Crescent wrenches. Good move, but ohhhh so expensive! I contacted Knipex when I posted an earlier version of this video and asked them to propose substitutions for all my tools to reduce count and weight; hoping to produce a bag makeover video. Unfortunately it didn’t go anywhere. I’m carefully considering changes.
should try out some knipex brand tools, a bit more on the expensive side but definitely well worth it
So glad you mentioned this…I bought a small and medium Knipex plier wrench after making this vid and have had a chance to use them a good bit in lieu of the three Crescent wrenches. Also saw a large Icon plier wrench at Hobo Freight that looked surprisingly nice form the price that might be a good compromise for a size less needed. Look for a video on my Knipex experience in the future!!
Get their mini bolt cutters and a 8" cobra pliers to start.
I’ve been reluctant to buy the Cobras not understanding the advantage over traditional channel locks. What say you?
@@TailgateTinkerer If you love your Channels, no need to get cobras. But they are built better and have a lock to hold your position.
The mini bolt cutters though... :)
@@leodesforges161 I'll have to take a look and am thankful for your input. I need to balance the enjoyment and productivity of investing in new tools with how much and how long it will help me. The light at the end of my tunnel keeps getting brighter and brighter... But being an Engineer, I do love precision and design. Somehow I feel this discussion with you is going to end up costing me about $500!
Thanks again.
I appreciate a well curated tool bag. It's true that plumbing and electrical need their own dedicated bags
You have to draw the line somewhere, don’t you?
@ oh absolutely! Drain wrench, Plumbers putty , soldering iron and Klein circuit tracer doesn't belong in the main kit. With the necessities
@@justinoff1 Thanks. I do have other bags with some electrical and another with some plumbing....kinda hard to determine exactly where to draw the line. I have a very few repeated items, but not many. I do not have a circuit tracer as of yet, but have been looking at them for a while and may pull the trigger. Would definitely be a nice to have item.
I bought the same bag from your previous loadout video. Couldnt be happier.
Made my day! Glad someone remembers the earlier channel.
BTW, I mentioned this to someone else; I found that some of the smaller tools can get lost in the deep pockets, so I was up some plastic grocery bags in the bottom of some of the pockets to keep them accessible and also provide a pin cushion of sorts for screwdrivers and shafted tools.
That's a thorough, thought-out setup. I really like my Craftsman Versastack bag. It's made similar to that, but I wish it had more pockets on the inside. Most of them are on the outside, and it just has one large main compartment. It's heavy duty and holds a lot of tools, so it'll do until I can afford something better. I'm still getting used to using a bag. I'm more of a mechanic, and it's hard to find a bag that's geared more toward that purpose, but I'm getting it lined for general hand tool use. I still like my Trusco and Craftsman steel portable boxes a lot.
I’m not “Pro”, but this bag has served me well as a Tinkerer, Father, and Friend.
The only thing that has kept me from getting a Veto bag is the weight. As a mobile carpenter/contractor, light weight bags are so valuable. My every day bag is around 13 lbs loaded. The bag itself is around 1.5 lbs. Thanks for the great video!
My bag is heavy! Have a great Christmas and thanks for the comments.
@@TailgateTinkerer I can tell ;)
Much experience there. Maybe some mechanics wire and 16 gauge or so thhn stranded wire for misc repair. Mechanic wire is.stronger.than zip ties and.great on mufflers,4 inch vise grips are great for brake lines and everyone needs a pick of some sort. Lastly a small bit ratchet..,nice organized set up sir
Thank you, adding some wire makes great sense. I have a dental pick with a piece of cork on the point in the bag, but must have missed it.
Have a great Christmas sir.
Love the old school craftsman, Channel Lock and "Dikes". Nice set up.
Thanks. They have served me well, even if not flashy.
You should check out the Bosch 12v drill/driver with the FlexiClick 5-in-1 system. The same drill can do both of the jobs of your two Makitas and it also comes with a right angle head and an offset head. It's not an impact driver, but that bad boy packs a punch. I have one in addition to my various DeWalt 20v tools. Since getting my Bosch 12v, i almost never grab my DeWalt tools, the Bosch just handles business so well.
I’ll have to check Bosch out. Thx
I recommend getting a pair of knipex twin grips. You don't realize how much you needed them until you have them. 8 inch. I don't recall seeing a O ring pick in there. A must have.
I now have small and medium plier wrenches. Never seen or tried the twin grips until looking it up. What do they do for you that channel locks don’t?
I have a dental pick with a cork cover; must have missed that one.
@@TailgateTinkerer I second the twin grips recommendation. Their 8"/200mm version is the best size. They're great for removing stripped screws because of the unique design of the jaws. Engineer/Vampliers have a similar design for their jaws. Morgan's Maintenance probably has a good video review of Knipex twin grips and Engineer pliers.
@ Maybe Santa will come thru this year with some Knipex goodness.
I third the twin grips, they are awesome !
You guys are killing me! I knew I should have started that Patreon account…..😃
Nice loadout video. Veto bags are the best. 👍
Thanks. I can’t say I have tested tons of other bags, but certainly holding up for 25 years and still going is a testament. I’m not a pro tradesman, so its life has been easy compared to pro service; but it is built like a tank.
@@TailgateTinkerer I didn't realize Veto had been around for so long. I just found out about them this year. I bought a Tech Pac Blackout, and it's been great.
I mentioned to someone else that at one point a rep with VETO contacted me to see about using this piece for promotion but determined it was too old and different from their current offerings. Mine is really stout, but also really heavy. A little lighter would be nice if it holds up.
Love them Veto bags. Top notch stuff.👍💪🇺🇸🧰⚒️🛠️subbed.
Thank you Sir and may Santa reward your good behavior!
Nice bag brothaa! Im planing on getting a similar bag and setup
One bag to rule them all!
This is a proper tool bag with tools that actually get USED. Very similar to my own setup! Well done!
Thanks you. We aren’t in this for “style” awards!
Good afternoon from the Great State of Texas. You carry a lot of tools. How much does this bag way? I like your setup. The wire stripper is wonderful. I have one like it.
It weighs in lose to 40#, so kinda like carrying a bag of play sand! It’s a bit heavy, but just so incredibly useful. I could break it into two smaller bags and may have to do so. Thus far it’s been manageable.
Maybe Santa will bring you some new tools for Christmas.
I’m afraid I haven’t been good enough to rank new toys….he’s passed me by quite a few years which explains why I still use a 50 year old Stanley punch! Actually I like the simple tools and haven’t gotten into all the true-molded huge handles etc. I will say getting a set of Knipex plier wrenches has been a nice thing.
I am not a fan of the Veto bags, they are heavy even without tools and once you load it up they are very heavy and the internal pockets are awkward at best.
Thanks for the comment. It has served me well, but is indeed heavy. God gave me a strong back, so I’ll take the extra half a pound and have something that last 25+ years. I must admit the extra weight gets a little more bothersome every year, with the bag’s total weight at 40# in its shown loadout.
I wad up and pack plastic grocery bags into the bottom of some pockets to prevent smaller tools getting lost in the pocket bottoms and to also help hold position of several tools.
If being critical, I’ve had some of mildew form on the inside covers of the bag, which made it smell musty and discolored the surface. You can see a little of the staining when I roll down the front cover.
The bag, like the most of the tools in the bag, are not the newer kid on the block. I can’t speak to how the construction of this bag compares to newer VETO bags, but can say on an earlier edition of the bag someone from VETO reached out and was considering using parts of this for promotion but later decided against it due to the bag not representing their modern bags.
Good set up but it’s a fire hazard. What a combination, alcohol, butane and super glue. Wow, OSHA
I have more dangerous things in my life to worry about! 🤣
You can't be serious
Chainsaws man, chainsaws! I’m confident Mr. Yo3 is sharing sarcasm….