What is a good set of starter tools for my son-in-law to be?

[hedgehog]

I'm thinking of getting him a toolbox, a hammer, and a bigger hammer *(because you always need a bigger hammer!)

[NMDemDist2]

1. betcha Sears has some great Craftsman deals this time of year

i'd be surfing sears.com if it were me

:hi:

[hedgehog]

2. I'm headed out to Sears in a little while.

[yy4me]

3. I gather he is a beginner, I'd get him a "How To" book. The one

for sale at Home depot is pretty good, perhaps Lowe's has one too.
We are firm believers in the old do-it-yourself work ethic. Get him a hammer, long and short Phillips and flat head screwdrivers, pliers, a drill and bits, vise grips, a small level, sheet rock knife,(box cutter to you young ones), hack saw. This will start him off. From there, as projects arise, he will head to Lowe's or wherever for the sander, skill saw, jig saw etc. I'd throw in a package of faucet washers. Good skill to have! Had a friend who is a MD, with all his education, he could not change a washer. We have 2 girls, both do-it-yourselfers. Home repair isn't just for guys. Saves a ton of $$$. BTW, check Ace Hardware. They have great sales and frequently offer rebates on tools, the net price is FREE. Works for me. And they are quick with the rebates too.