Which tool belt?

[fjr1300]

I've tried about 6 or 7 belts, not found one yet where it's comfortable, doesn't spill out your tools when you sit down on the floor, and easy to get the tools out. The last two requirements always appear to be at conflict with each other.

I hate having drills/hammers/long items attached as they are heavy and dig into you when you're moving around

Heavy pouches need big wide belts which again are uncomfortable when moving around - great when just standing but I'm always up a ladder then in a low cellar and then crawling around the floor installing sockets

I think I'm looking for the holly grail - might have to get a saddler friend of mine to make me a "special" one.

Lee

 

[Dcf]

I've got a AWP harness rig one that i bought in lowes when i was on holiday in florida a few years back.it is huge but quite comfy with the shoulder straps spreading the weight about a bit.soon as u put it on the customers are always"christ this guy knows what he is doing!"the subterfuge doesn't last tho! i think u can get a similar bucket boss one from rutlands that is quite good as well. i find sticking drivers in the stanley knife holster things stops the holes getting poked through for awhile

 

[fjr1300]

Just seen this on the Screwfix site - I think I'd fall over will all this lot - although it would all spill out on the floor so you could get up again

Lee

 

[sparkdog]

I just use dewalt trouser pockets.Tried tool vests and things but too much bother.

 

[crooky-spark]

Why not get yourself a pair of the Snickers Duratwill trousers with pouches. Think the part number is 3312. I don't think I would ever wear anything else. Thats about 4 years I have been wearing them. Still have my first pair as well. Very very hardwearing. Great buy.

 

[hopkins85]

I've tried about 6 or 7 belts, not found one yet where it's comfortable, doesn't spill out your tools when you sit down on the floor, and easy to get the tools out. The last two requirements always appear to be at conflict with each other.

I hate having drills/hammers/long items attached as they are heavy and dig into you when you're moving around

Heavy pouches need big wide belts which again are uncomfortable when moving around - great when just standing but I'm always up a ladder then in a low cellar and then crawling around the floor installing sockets

I think I'm looking for the holly grail - might have to get a saddler friend of mine to make me a "special" one.

Lee

Have a look at the toughbuilt stuff looks quite handy. Tempted to make a purchase

http://www.toughbuilt.co.uk/default.asp?p=1

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[Geordie Spark]

ASDA carrier bag for me

Seriously though, I used both a tool vest and/or a CK tool pouch - depending on what I was doing: sparking, plumbing or gas work, but I often found most of the gear ended-up in my trouser pockets or lying on the floor.

 

[GaryM]

Has anybody got this Makita tool belt?

66058B - Makita Special Edition Belt Set (Black and Blue) - Makita - 66058B

 

[sparkyninja]

the bacho pouch looks quite good but for now i just went for the Irwin pouch.

 

[Geordiesparkyy]

My Dewalt trouser pockets are good for most items. If in an office block or the like when i need a few more tools when up a step, I use a leather deal that I got from a local hardware store.

 

[MarkieSparkie]

Plano are cheaper but well made alternative.
Plano Plano Tool Belts | Buy Plano Plano Tool Belts Online

 

[1shortcircuit]

Plano are cheaper but well made alternative.
Plano Plano Tool Belts | Buy Plano Plano Tool Belts Online

That's the one I have. Just sits in my van lol

 

[Sparkie30]

i have a ck one wish i didnt waste that money. not for me

 

[87chopper10]

I got the makita drill holder and pouch free with a hedge trimmer a while back. quality bit of kit holds my bosch 14v securely and plenty of room for tools and bits and pieces in the larger pouch. Im gonna get the electricians pouch to add to it for some added but not essential space.

 

[Piter]

Although it's an old post if anyone come here for the suggestion he might get help from here. If you have a big budget you can use Occidental Leather 5590. I am using this tool belt for last 3 months. This belt works fine with my purpose. But when you have less budget you can use TR Industrial 88021.
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