tools for the husband

I'm sure to get plenty of crap for this but, my husband loves to work on cars and our garage was recently broken into. Most of his tools were stolen and I want to buy him some new ones for christmas but I have no idea what to even look for!

What would be a good basic tool set for mechanical work I could get him? I would really appreciate it :smile:

I'm sure to get plenty of crap for this :
Can't see why. This is a totally reasonable question to ask. :)

My best advice is to ask him what he would like.

Yes, I know it ruins the surprise, but he will thank you for it later. Most guys I know have strong preferences or needs for certain tools and brands, and would be happy to make their choices known.

Buying tool sets or kits are a great way to get lots of tools cheap. But you run the risk of duplicating tools he still has, or getting a too-basic set that is incomplete. This would require buying individual tool sizes later at considerable expense.

So ask him what his needs/wants are. If you like, he can give you a list and you can pick-and-choose for a surprise.

Finally, buy quality tools with a lifetime replacement guarentee. IMO you cannot go wrong with Sears Craftsman sets.

Same advise here , everyone knows not to buy me tools. If I had all mine stolen or had to start from scratch I'd like to buy someone out who had retired/passed away/ ect. OR I'd get the biggest set that craftsman makes and then go from there.