OX Tools OX-P263604 Pro Oil Tanned Leather 4 Piece Construction Rig , Blue

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Canvas might not be as comfortable as nylon or polyester. However, it is very durable. Unfortunately, the canvas is susceptible to tearing. The good news is that belts that feature this material are usually cheaper. Consider canvas if you do not carry several tools around. A leather tool belt is a perfect choice for most carpenters. It is durable and comfortable, with sufficient weight but not too heavy. Following are some quotes we received from actual tradesmen regarding various tool belts we gave them to try out. These may influence you more than what we wrote above! Don’t just stuff tools and accessories haphazardly. Try to arrange them for easy access and better weight distribution.

Aweek or two later I arrived home to a massive onslaught of boxes on my doorstep. A “tool belt or two” somehow evolved into a dozen tool belts with the promise of more to come. Finding the best tool belt just got a lot more time-intensive. The material used to make a rig determines its ability to withstand wear and tear. Most products are made out of either polyester, nylon, or canvas. Comfort and practicality are most important. You have to have good suspenders that don’t rub and that take the weight off the hips. It also has to be practical so that you can support and carry a wide variety of tools without it being one big jumbled mess.” The oil-tanned leather rigs were well-constructed and designed for the long haul, but they were also fairly heavy. Their main bag compartments, however, tend to stay wide open and thus maintain their shape—a plus when wearing gloves. We’ll provide more than 750 pieces of new content this year absolutely free for our readers—including objective evaluations of individual tools and products.Overall, my team and I looked at over a dozen different tool belts. Since choosing the right tool belt can make or break your day, we looked at a ton of models—including the following:

Each year, we bring in and review more than 350 individual products. Our team will put our hands on hundreds of additional tools at media events and trade shows throughout the year. A majority of the guys on my crew thought the oil-tanned leather belts with “fixed” bags had a disadvantage. These tool belts had the potential to become uncomfortable. They also severely limited your ability to individually customize them. Less adjustability typically meant less capacity for stowing smaller tools and fasteners. We surmised that these belts were designed and set up for a framer who carries and stores minimal tools, but who may load up on fasteners. What About Nylon, Polyester, and Canvas Tool Bags? Polyester is remarkably resilient, in addition to being exceptionally comfortable. If you love this material, consider going with a rig made out of 1680D polyester. It is a type of polyester that is waterproof yet breathable. It is also durable. We consult with innovators in the technology and design of tools to gain a broader grasp of where these products fit and how they work.You could then use a woodworker’s apron to have the tools that you frequently use close by. The best woodworking apron allow you to attach or remove the shoulder straps as needed.

Personally, I really gravitate toward a belt that offers individual tool holders inside the main compartment. Only two tool belts offered this option: the Klein Tradesman Pro and the AWP 1L-903. The others just had large main compartments where tools tend to settle to the bottom in a cluster. I like organization and want them separated for easy access. Customization is Key That’s not us. We only recommend what we’d actually use, even if we don’t earn a commission from it. It’s all about giving you a legitimate recommendation and our honest opinion of each product.

There is no denying the convenience that a tool belt allows a framer. It ensures that you have all your tools with you at all times, thus boosting your efficiency and overall productivity. We found the DeWalt DG5617 to be the best tool belt you can get your hands on. Thanks to its superior design and build material, it is versatile and durable. Moreover, it comes at an agreeable price point. Durability. Your tool belt should be able to withstand the demands of the job. It should hold up in rugged environments and be resistant to heat, moisture, dust, mud, and oil.