My Father has a garage full of tools and years of experience using them for good. I grew up spending many hours in his workshop; some of them voluntary, some of then conscripted. Having moved too far away for quick tool loans, I frequently find myself without the drill, level, saw, or other various tools that I need for some project. Over the last few years I've gradually built up my own small collection of tools.

I appreciate the value of quality tools and my cash supply is limited, and so I must make my purchases carefully. More then a few times in the past few years I've called my Father and said: "I need some bar clamps to fix a drawer. If I'm going to buy a single pair, which size should I get?" This question has been asked about laser levels, bar clamps, crescent wrenches, and other's I've forgotten. His advice has never failed me in choices of brands, sizes, and knowing when getting the cheaper option isn't going to eat me in the long run.

I do appreciate my Father for things other then his tool advice, but in this post, I highlight his excellent guidance in getting the right tool for the job.

I took a moment with my new bar clamps to practice my photography skills. Jess let me borrow the camera for a few minutes, and also gave me feedback on my editing.