While I do buy good tools, I do limit the purchase of top notch tools are typically to those that are bike related.
I typically use a JIS Philips for bike screws.
I have 5 or 6 Allen wrenches of each size and have them all over the shop, I also have a set of 4,5, & 6mm Allen wrenches in a tool bag on every bike I have
I also have multiple box and open end wrenches, typically 3 or 4 sets of 8, 9, & 10mm spread all over the shop.
A previous poster stated a full set of box and open end wrenches up to 17mm. Do not forget that most BB and cassette removal tools use either a 22mm or 24mm wrench, so go bigger.
I also have a couple of hammers, a ball peen and also a cross peen.
I also have a couple of vise grips and a few Knipex pliers
Diagonal cutters, slip joint pliers and other general tools are nice to have around.
A chain stretch gauge is nice to have.
Do not waste your time putting all your tools in fancy fitted cases, there is not enough room.
I have my tools in a 7 drawer tool chest.
I also have a travel set in a large 18" tool bag.
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Last edited by bwilli88; 07-07-22 at 08:25 AM.