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On 04 Jun 2004 14:47:10 GMT, (Greg) wrote:

I never understood this thinking. Why wouldn't you carry the best tools you
own?

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I understand it. Good tools are expensive and are usually regarded as
a long term investment. Boat tools get subjected to a LOT of abuse
because they are stored in a hot humid environment, frequently get
exposed to salt water, and ocassionally get dropped overboard or into
inaccessible locations. I find that the combination tool sets sold by
the major boating stores are actually a decent value and quite useful
when suplemented by a big screwdriver or two, large channel locks,
some decent vicegrips, and a filter wrench.

You can always bring your good tools aboard if needed for a serious
project or extended cruise.