From the R8 Mumbo Jumbo Thread:
I was going to start a thread the other day titled "What's Your Favorite 'Better Than Average' Import Tool Dealer?" and mention Shar's in the comments.
I've had pretty good luck with Shar's for both quality and service.
Generally I don't care for Harbor Freight. especially since the kid cut 75% of their product selection, but they have a few things that are a good deal. Their service is not good, and they seem to be aiming towards the Hoe Depot / Rigid warranty model of closing you in to basically invalidate it through hoop jumping. They do have a couple things that aren't bad. I am really happy with the larger horizontal bandsaw I have (7x12 I think). They also stock a set of pretty much low end TiN coated HSS endmills. That set is pretty cheap, and to be honest the quality matches, but I have purchased it twice in the evening or on a weekend to allow me to finish a job instead waiting until Monday to buy an over priced carbide mill from one of the few local stores who stock a few, or waiting for an on-line order to come it.
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I've had pretty good luck with Shar's for both quality and service.
Generally I don't care for Harbor Freight. especially since the kid cut 75% of their product selection, but they have a few things that are a good deal. Their service is not good, and they seem to be aiming towards the Hoe Depot / Rigid warranty model of closing you in to basically invalidate it through hoop jumping. They do have a couple things that aren't bad. I am really happy with the larger horizontal bandsaw I have (7x12 I think). They also stock a set of pretty much low end TiN coated HSS endmills. That set is pretty cheap, and to be honest the quality matches, but I have purchased it twice in the evening or on a weekend to allow me to finish a job instead waiting until Monday to buy an over priced carbide mill from one of the few local stores who stock a few, or waiting for an on-line order to come it.
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