I bought a Harbor Freight (called "Windsor Design") wooden machinists tool box. I was thinking it would be perfect for my wife's craft tools and supplies. However, the tool box was quite a bit bigger than I expected (silly me, I should have checked measurements when I ordered it). It's the same basic footprint as my Gerstner. The Gerstner is on the left.
It was too big for her, so I am taking it for my gun cleaning and fishing rod supplies, or possibly my own electronics tool box with exact knives and small tools for inside the house.
It is missing side latches and handles. The front panel doesn't release by opening the lid with the Harbor Freight like it does on the Gerstner. You have to engage the key to open that panel.
It is not as finished. It could have used some sanding before being finished. Many folks have complained that the drawers are not as easy or smooth to operate - the lack of sanding will be why. I know they add soap to the drawers to make the operation of them smoother, and at some point, that is what I will do.
So, for my opinion of this tool box. If you want a machinists tool box, but can't afford much, I say get it. It works. It functions. Yes, it does have some issues, but for a tool box that can house your blocks, gauges, etc, this is actually not a bad move. If you do purchase one, please be aware that you will be doing some additional work to get it where you want it.
