Never owned any tool that cost me anything. Because I was in a business, they all paid their way. Most were bought used, for pennies on the dollar. I would rather have a QUALITY used tool than a new junker. I do own a few HF tools that have gone beyond what I expected. Bought a set of "thumb ratchets" today at HF ($5.99,) one of which (the 3/8) will reside in our van.