Harbor Freight's Dirty Little Secret – How Their Tools are so Cheap and Which Ones You Should Avoid
Harbor Freight has a secret. This secret is the key to how they are able to make and sell their tools so cheap. When you understand how it all works, you will know what tools you should buy from Harbor Freight and which Harbor Freight tools you should avoid.
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Dewalt Compound Miter Saw - https://amzn.to/2I8M1s1
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Titebond III Wood Glue - https://amzn.to/3k93eyo
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Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links and at no additional cost to you I may earn a commission. Know that I only recommend products and tools that I’ve personally used and/or believe are genuinely helpful, not because of the modest commission I may receive should you decide to purchase one of them. Most of all, I would never advocate for buying something that you can’t afford or do not need.
Harbor Freight has a secret. This secret is the key to how they are able to make and sell their tools so cheap. When you understand how it all works, you will know what tools you should buy from Harbor Freight and which Harbor Freight tools you should avoid.
#tools #harborfreight #harborfreighttools
Leave me a comment and let me know your thoughts.
Thanks for watching. If you liked this video be sure to subscribe and check out the other videos on my channel. https://www.youtube.com/diywithdave?sub_confirmation=1
Contact: dave@diywithdave.com
Here is a list of some of the tools that I use in my DIY projects:
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig – https://amzn.to/3p7TcRG
Kreg Clamp – https://amzn.to/3pa12ug
Kreg Concealed Hinge Jig – https://amzn.to/3G7Dtdh
Kreg Shelf Pin Jig – https://amzn.to/3p4AKtZ Dewalt Cordless Drill/Driver – https://amzn.to/3eE1qvX
Dewalt Compound Miter Saw – https://amzn.to/2I8M1s1
Sears Craftsman Jointer – http://vintagemachinery.org/photoindex/detail.aspx?id=2441
Craftsman Jointer Replacement Blades – https://amzn.to/38mAj7w
Titebond III Wood Glue – https://amzn.to/3k93eyo
Dewalt 735 Thickness Planer – https://amzn.to/2IfKujC
Wen Track Saw – https://amzn.to/3lbSJNY and Track – https://amzn.to/314617W
Bosch Jig Saw – https://amzn.to/3rbG3dV
Japanese Pull Saw – https://amzn.to/3CZfMSh
Irwin Clamps – https://amzn.to/3CVdBiI
Shaker Rail and Stile Router Bits – https://amzn.to/3DWGuMM
Bosch Benchtop Router Table RA1181 – https://amzn.to/314kHnw
Bosch Mini Router – https://amzn.to/3HVdibb
Porter Cable Router – https://www.lowes.com/pd/PORTER-CABLE-1-75-HP-Fixed-Corded-Router/999972940
Plunge Router Base – https://amzn.to/3nTK2tx
Rockler Dovetail Jig – https://amzn.to/3nY7mqa
Porter Cable Brad Nailer – https://amzn.to/3lcwmrO
Please note that some of the links above are affiliate links and at no additional cost to you I may earn a commission. Know that I only recommend products and tools that I’ve personally used and/or believe are genuinely helpful, not because of the modest commission I may receive should you decide to purchase one of them. Most of all, I would never advocate for buying something that you can’t afford or do not need.
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I bought a right angle drill for sanding bowls, I thought I'll be damed if I'll pay 200 bucks for something I'm going to fill with sawdust.i paid like 30 bucks for a hardbor freight drill.
Would you believe I had to buy another 10yrs later?
"same factories" is kind of a misrepresntation.
There are tools that simply place a request for quote for "an impact gun in XYZ color with a light, with our logo" or "we need a steel toaster with our logo" and they get bids from several factories. Anyone can do this on Alibaba.
Then companies like Milwaukee, Makita and Dewalt have in-house R&D teams and engineers that design the tools and give their requirements to a factory that makes their tools. These companies are typically not just putting out a request for quote for a purple tool with 10 features.
Harbor freight is seemingly doing a lot of both. A lot of HF tools are going to be the same as many other tools you can find with made up brands on amazon. But they seem to also be putting effort into design of other brands they own.
im 6 years on my earthquake half inch battery powered impact
Does it also mix with your love of going the wrong way in the parking lot lane?
Please eat healthier bruh. You getting big my guy. If you kick the bucket who else gna make awesome content?
I bought a bench top grinder from HF in the mid-80s. I finally replaced it a couple years ago. I’ve had similar luck with other tools over the years. As you and others have said, we know what we’re getting from HF. Buy accordingly. Good video!
I mean, I had 2 Icon Torque wrenches break, one day apart. The first one, the cable snapped, and the second one, the ratcheting mechanism exploded after torquing 19 Lug Nuts, trying to do my 20th..
As a tile guy I'm always going through tile saws seeing what works so I bought their Diamondback tile saw while some of it's okay I regret it. It should be $50 less
I feel the Biden's contribute enough too the CCP I don't have too
I disagree with you on that I have some harbor freight tools 🛠 for over 2 years some 3 years in good shape still using it so no tools work forever.
Wrong! On the contrary to what he says Returns are NOT easy. Two out of three online items are junk. Only way to initiate a return is to call their 800 number. On hold 15 minutes. Will try later. Website says get an RMA, but says I'm paying to ship back and restock.
Great little explanation. Just what I need to know going forward. One question I have: How are they for mandated UL listed products? You'd think regulators might provide the quality control. For instance, looks like I can get a GFCI outlet for half what big box charges. Is it a safe way to go?
Had a friend buy an engine hoist. I was very skeptical about it, but it turned out to be ok.
I've bought so much stuff from the HF that's a 2 min drive from me. As a DIYer it's the best price with the quality that's good enough for me. The Bauer line has served me well and I can't complain.
half my tools are harbor frieght and they are all like 6 plus years old and they all still work just fine.
I think you nailed it on the head. I've followed that exact advice since HF has been around. I am pleased with HF since the quality of the stuff I will buy has actually improved too.
Great advise and factual. Never had a Harbor Freight tool break or wear out that I use on occasion. However, if your use is EVERY DAY IN EVERY WAY and how to make an income ; of course then Get a best tool with a long warranty that cost's more this store chain or Tool Supply Store. Common sense anyone ? No many buyers for tools are not Educated. So you don't get hurt by tool uses, please spend time Educating yourself or work with someone whom is such. Many American's today are trained to remember test scores in schools rather that basic LEARNING SKILLS, sadly.
The other thing about harbor freight I've seemed to notice is unlike other places lots of their tools are not battery operated, so if you're willing to deal with the fact you have to plug it in, you can usually get a fine tool at a much lower proce
The one thing I've bought at harbor freight that I wish I had spent more money on was a reciprocating saw blade for cutting tree branches, the one I bought from harbor freight was junk and upgrading to a proper diablo blade made the work considerably easier.
The reciporcating saw I bought on the other hand from harbor freight works absolutely great with a good saw blade
so what is this about?
Remember tools have one job and that's to to work and be dependent on. Your the boss you hire the tools for a specific job. So don't hire cheap labor or expensive branding because hiding behind all that is a reliable and dependable even priced tool. And that will last a lifetime and try not to play the upgrade game with tools because they're not cars or phones your should buy it once. all the best tools have been made now they're just adding gadgets to it.
My motto is you don't wanna buy the cheapest but you also don't wanna buy the most expensive either you gotta find the one that's not cheaply made or branded expensively there is always one product that's perfectly balanced between price and quality but your have to know what and where to look because they are hidden behind sales coupons special deals etc. They do that to fool u if it was good it wouldnt be on sale all business are exactly the same. Go to the pawn shop and see what tools they have for sale those are the ones you don't buy.. tools aren't like cellphones. You need to upgrade that's a trap buy it once I have tools that will last my lifetime all of my Harbor freight tools are 10 years and older. I teach my wife this when she goes shopping it works for Any situation when you want to buy good quality for a even price. My hercules I live by that brand dam good brand but I won't buy any of they're saw blades they're cheap and made cheap. The simpler the tool the better is made I seen a Dewalt impact driver had the lights on it the the new xtr sts 24v bs super fast charging.. that's no good to me to many names. Any way I'm rambling now my bad just try not to shop for your money because they're will always be a limit Shop for yourself and you gotta know your tools I have coworkers always buying the new brand names models when they come out.. trying catch deals and what not God dam it rambling again my bad I'm done
I guess Id never buy condoms from harbor freight
I know I bet you looked like a dumbass whe you did that but seriously hf tools fill a need. I know when i first started buyin stuff at hf i would only but stuff like gloves,weldin chalk zip ties but i started lookin at theyre other stuff and some of it is good. you got a good channel and it helps me a lot. I know ive said it before but i though you was a idiot at first cause you look like one but youre not just fat. I am enjoying your videos.
Good post, clear, nice job….. Thank you
I purchased a a welding machine. Vulcan 220 high frig with a spool gun for aluminum. Best money I have ever spent. Works flawlessly. I have been welding for 15 years. It blew my mind. Only bout it to do a job and was going to return if I didn't like it. Jokes on me. I still have it. 3years and kicking