Starter Toolkit

[GaryJones]

I've recently started an apprenticeship and I'm looking to buying some on-site quality tools and equipment. Any recommendations for brands or any specific items?

Thanks.

 

[dan86]

loadsss of threads on this Gary. just do a quick search

 

[D Skelton]

This is the one (or very similar at least) I started with six years ago:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/C-K-9500-El...4793547&sr=8-1&keywords=electricians+tool+kit


And 90% of it is still going strong today!

 

[Silly Sausage]

Or one of these to get you going...
Forge Steel General Tool Kit 47 Piece Set | Tool Kits | NoLinkingToThis

Cheap enough so it's no great loss when you lose stuff.

 

[GaryJones]

This is the one (or very similar at least) I started with six years ago:

C.K 9500 Electrician's Premium Kit: Amazon.co.uk: DIY & Tools
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And 90% of it is still going strong today!

My boss recommended this brand, too. Thanks for the suggestion, I'll be investing in this one as soon as I get my wages.


£195 is a bit steep for me atm, but I've found the same one on sale for £165.99.

http://www.electrical-trader.co.uk/...-kits/c-k-electrician-s-premium-tool-kit.html

 

[Richard Burns]

Watch out for the VAT that makes the one you linked to £199.18.

I would start slightly smaller until you know which tools you are going to need and which brands you favour.

Have a look at some of the "similar threads" below the posts and see if there is more information and links that will help.

 

[GaryJones]

Watch out for the VAT that makes the one you linked to £199.18.

I would start slightly smaller until you know which tools you are going to need and which brands you favour.

Have a look at some of the "similar threads" below the posts and see if there is more information and links that will help.

Thanks, I will take a look around.

 

[Former Sponsor TM]

Hi Gary, please note VAT needs to be added to the price that you've seen on the previous link. We don't pretend to specialise in hand tools, but we do cater for electrician's tools alongside the electrical test equipment that we sell.

Personally, I'm fairly passionate about CK as I used their tools during my apprenticeship and providing you look after your gear, the tools should last you a while.

Apprenticeship's can be an expensive time. To try and help, I can sell you (and anyone else that is interested in) this kit for £147+VAT and free carriage until further notice. We won't stand to make much on this deal, but perhaps you will be impressed with our service and consider us as a supplier for any test equipment that you wish to purchase in the future. Please note we can offer you 5% discount on any prices listed on our website.

This is a forum only deal and I cannot deduct your usual 5% from the price quoted above. If anybody is interested, please email directly on [email protected]

 

[app95]

Bahco side cutters and irazola screwdrivers, cheap stanley hammer. Then just buy stuff when you need it. I had the ck bag and found it to be abit small when you start getting more tools like big hacksaws. I now have a dewalt bag from bandq now which is loads better. Also get some 2 pole testers so you can make sure circuits are off before work. And mark your tools so its harder for people to rob.

 

[AndrewMgan1976]

Have a look on ebay for the wee odds and sods you need like socket re-threaders.

Sad as it may seem but I got my 8m tape measure out of the pound shop and it has lasted well.

 

[Deleted member 72666]

My very first toolkit served me well!

 

[Resu]

Hi Gary, please note VAT needs to be added to the price that you've seen on the previous link. We don't pretend to specialise in hand tools, but we do cater for electrician's tools alongside the electrical test equipment that we sell.

Personally, I'm fairly passionate about CK as I used their tools during my apprenticeship and providing you look after your gear, the tools should last you a while.

Apprenticeship's can be an expensive time. To try and help, I can sell you (and anyone else that is interested in) this kit for £147+VAT and free carriage until further notice. We won't stand to make much on this deal, but perhaps you will be impressed with our service and consider us as a supplier for any test equipment that you wish to purchase in the future. Please note we can offer you 5% discount on any prices listed on our website.

This is a forum only deal and I cannot deduct your usual 5% from the price quoted above. If anybody is interested, please email directly on [email protected]

Good deal that. Also started out with this set and can highly recommend it, only thing I didn't get along with was the bag, just didn't suit me. Sold it and bought a tote.

 

[shanky887614]

Good deal that. Also started out with this set and can highly recommend it, only thing I didn't get along with was the bag, just didn't suit me. Sold it and bought a tote.

I really like my veto, its me favourite now

 

[rick]

Everyone has their favourites, but in my experience Facom, CK, Knipex, NWS all make good tools. Stanley FatMAX VDE drivers also good. Recently tried some Wera drivers and liked them. Estwing for hammers (or at least something where is head and shaft are one piece). Most Bahco is good too but sadly I think they have gone downhill a bit - their adjustable spanners made in Sweden are superb but they have moved production to Spain and the quality has gone downhill - I have heard Irega adjustables are VG but no experience of them. Test kit Fluke or Megger are good, I prefer Megger for MFT but like my T120 also. Power tools, Blue Bosch, Metabo, Makita, Fein won't let you down. Not so keen on DeWalt.

You do really get what you pay for. Some people might say buy cheap so you don't mind so much if it's nicked. I say buy decent gear, mark it with your name, watch it like a hawk, and make sure no b*****d nicks it!

 

[shanky887614]

Everyone has their favourites, but in my experience Facom, CK, Knipex, NWS all make good tools. Stanley FatMAX VDE drivers also good. Recently tried some Wera drivers and liked them. Estwing for hammers (or at least something where is head and shaft are one piece). Most Bahco is good too but sadly I think they have gone downhill a bit - their adjustable spanners made in Sweden are superb but they have moved production to Spain and the quality has gone downhill - I have heard Irega adjustables are VG but no experience of them. Test kit Fluke or Megger are good, I prefer Megger for MFT but like my T120 also. Power tools, Blue Bosch, Metabo, Makita, Fein won't let you down. Not so keen on DeWalt.

You do really get what you pay for. Some people might say buy cheap so you don't mind so much if it's nicked. I say buy decent gear, mark it with your name, watch it like a hawk, and make sure no b*****d nicks it!

Make a lump hammer an early purchase, if you don't thrash the thiefs knuckles someone else will

 

[GaryJones]

Thanks, everyone. I'm going to do as recommended and buy things as I need them, this way I can buy better quality things. I asked a friend from college and he recommended me a few good shops, too.

This is what I've bought for now, though.

C.K Electrician's Starter Tool Kit