[RE-wrenches] Seeking tool belt advice

[R Ray Walters]

HI Allan;

I converted years ago to a single clip-on leather pouch from Texas hold um. This one pouch holds my needle nose, 9" line's man pliers, wire stripper/ crimper, 10" channel locks, dike cutter, utility knife, mini screw driver, and the Klein multi-tip screw driver.
I found walking around all day with more gear on, really slowed me down, and made climbing a ladder more dangerous.
I have a couple of leather bottomed bags  I use on the roof to carry other tools, Drills, drivers, parts, etc.
You might be surprised how much you can do with a stripped down setup, and not have as sore a back at the end of the day!
None of us on this list are getting younger or stronger, so we have to make up for it with our gear. (or go into consulting/ teaching)
Also, for a nice selection of tool belts, etc. try http://www.duluthtrading.com I've had good luck with them.

R. Walters
ray at solarray.com
Solar Engineer




On Nov 27, 2010, at 3:25 PM, Allan Sindelar wrote:

> Opinion time, please...
> 
> The other half of the fastex buckle on my tool belt just broke, and it's time to replace it. For the last ten years or so I have used this standard-issue padded nylon belt with suspenders from an electrical supply house, with nylon electrician's tool pouches on both sides and a hammer loop in the back. It's been sort of like mail-order shoes - adequate enough to keep using until it's worn out, but not a particularly good fit, comfortable or functional. The pouches and tool pockets are too far back, the tools fall out in the carrying bag, some tools never fit their spots securely, etc.
> 
> For those Wrenches among you who wear a full set of bags when installing or servicing systems, what have you found that you really like, and why? Style, make/model, features, good design, etc.
> 
> Thanks!
> Allan
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