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: : I am in the initial stages of considering an investment in a tool franchise (Snap-on, Mac, Matco). I would be interested in any and all feed back that anyone would have. Are any of them better or worse than the others??thanks in advance. : It seems to be a thankless job from what I see. I'm not a tool dealer, but I'm a mechanic who buys from them. They last about two years around here. Some go broke, some say they can make money but have to spend 24 hrs. a day chasing it down. They all b____ about the tool company they sell for. Maybe it just takes the right guy. I think it helps if you have turned some wrenches, at least you know what the guys are talking about when they want a thingamabob tool. Snappy is the best (my opinion), Mac @ Matco damn good and cheaper, but I have to be carefull, 6" 3/8 socket extention, they're all good. Torque wrench, I bought a Matco, saved $100 bucks, it's junk , Should have bought a Snap-On. My 2 cents worth. Good luck Jim. I used to be a Mac guy and also a district manager for MATCO. It is what you make of it. It doesn't matter which tool but if you make the warranty good. Most people are honest and will pay. You will however lose 2% or less/year which is better than most business. You have to stay on top of things but it is a lot of fun. Snap-on makes a great tool but the company can run you ragged. Mac it seems wants to have employees rather than distributors in some areas. MATCO, well, who knows. They used to be good. There is also Cornwell which is the least restrictive but, they are not too well supported in most areas. Your district manager is the key. If you get along, cool. Good luck!
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