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What are the essential first tools that should go in a toolbox?
Hi there, I'm just getting in to improving my practical skills and want to try everything from basic, bread-and-butter mechanics through to simple building and household engineering tasks. Bearing in mind I'm an amateur and on a limited budget, what are the first essential tools I need to get my hands on, and would second-hand tools be acceptable? What should I look out for and avoid in tools?
Thanks
Having read through other answers they are all good answers but i think the point is missed.
You require a toolbox full of tools on a budget.
You don't know what you want to buy.
A good tool box is built up over years.
Whatever work you undertake you'll need a steel tape measure. There are only two worth considering Lufkin or Stanley baring accidents they'll last a lifetime (don't get them wet)
Claw hammer with a steel shaft feel the balance when you pick it up ask yourself could i swing this all day.
Handsaw the throw away ones are the best buy one with a medium cut it will do most jobs (cut plastic with it and all its good for afterwards is cutting plastic) I use Stanley.
Hacksaw 10" Eclipse is good.
Spanners I bought combination set of dare I say it Stanley (no I don't work for them) the cost was ridiculously low and still going strong 20 years later.
I could go on forever someone already mentioned screwfix who are good but there is another online tool store i use Axminster Tools exceptional value and real good choice, don't be afraid of their own make they are robust tools.
Will just add a good tool box evolves over many years some tools are bought, some given by friends as presents some bought second hand. Buy them as you need them your skills will evolve with your toolbox.
Hope this helps and good luck
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