A tool chest is like a shoe...it needs to fit before the user is happy. Your precious tools deserve nothing less than the best container. We will help you navigate the curves and determine the best chest for your needs.

1) Size and Mobility Considerations. "Bigger is NOT always Better". If you have a gigantic toolbox, but only a hammer, screwdriver and a wrench...what's the point? You're going to be spending forever trying to figure out which drawer they are in, and woe if you have to push that chest around the shop. No... You are much better off getting a chest that will fit the number of tools you own.

2) The Size of the Drawers. As we all know, tools come in various shapes and sizes. Your toolbox needs to be able to fit the tools that you own (or plan to own). That's simple enough. Tools such as rulers, crowbars and levels tend to be rather narrow, but long. Will the drawers of the toolbox you are considering house them? Be sure to keep the drawer ratings in mind as well.

3) The Drawer Slides. Drawer slides are what the actual drawer slides upon when you pull it out of the chest. If they are not appropriate for the drawer, there will be trouble. If the drawer is a shallow one, then you will need only two drawer slides. For deep drawers you will need four. For smooth action, the weight rating is something that you need to take into consideration. Ball bearing slides are the best you can get, but they are not an absolute requirement.

4) The Casters. If you are planning on moving your toolbox around the garage you will want to have it set on casters. Casters need to be the right size. If they are too small they will catch on uneven surfaces, causing the chest to tip over and possibly cause injuries. Casters of 4" are a bare minimum, with 5" or 6" casters being preferred. Two of these casters should be of the locking variety so that it will not roll all over the place.

5) What's It Made From? Is the chest you are considering made from "Stainless Steel" or "Mild Steel"? They are the primary choices.

6) What About the Warranty? A company that believes in their product will give you a great warranty. If you can get a toolbox that has a lifetime warranty...go for it.

These are the 6 things that you need to take into consideration when you go looking for that perfect tool chest to meet your needs.