Pelican 1460 Tool box, hot or not?

slipjointed · Nov 3, 2011

I was shopping for some cases for work the other day, and came across this:

http://www.pelican.com/cases_detail.php?Case=1460TOOL

This thing looks seriously awesome IMO.

It looks like Stuey already beat me to that observation:

http://toolguyd.com/2011/10/pelican-1460tool-mobile-tool-chest/

Over time, I've been gradually distilling my huge rollaway and pegboards into several small portable kits. I came to realize that only a small fraction of the work I do is at a single location in my shop, and that I was constantly loading boxes or trays to move to other areas in my house, or to bring to houses of friends and family for repair jobs.

I've been looking for the "ultimate" compact handbox, and nothing seems to have quite fit. This looks like quite a contender.

Prior to this, I had been considering the tried and true electronics tech method of an attache with tool pallets, but that can get rather irritating at times.

bacpacker · Nov 3, 2011

From my experience you can't go wrong with Pelican products. They are very well made. Years ago I went with a Plano tackle box for my electronic's work. It has a deep (3") upper under the lid and 4 slide out drawers with dividers underneath. It's worked out fine for me.
I do like that Pelican though. I may have to add that to my Chirstmas list.

Roots · Nov 3, 2011

I'll likely order one, sometime during the next few months. Pelican products rock!

Stuey · Nov 3, 2011

My only concern about the design is that heavier tools may flop around a little. How many and what types of tools do you normally ferry back and forth?

Swan · Nov 3, 2011

Pelican brand boxes are amazing. I use them for tools, equipment, computers, cameras, dive gear etc when I work at sea. Just remember to properly maintain the o-rings and they will last a lifetime of (ab)use.

Woodward_Dreams · Nov 3, 2011

Any Pelican product is amazing. They stand behind their products. I had a large case for sound equipment and i was really happy with it. Their stuff isn't cheap, but its worth it.

FJ 432 · Nov 3, 2011

Check out the Pelican 457 tool case. I like that one better.

slipjointed · Nov 3, 2011

Stuey said:
My only concern about the design is that heavier tools may flop around a little. How many and what types of tools do you normally ferry back and forth?

I carry what you could call a "general service kit", I do general repair work on data/phone, cars/car stereo, home electrical, hvac, appliances, computers, just about anything.

I'll normally carry assorted pliers and crimpers, soldering/rework tools, a socket set and wrench sets, drills and taps, files, measuring tools, screwdrivers, etc.

I'm the guy that gets called when stuff is broken. I usually do it for free, but I always get really kick-*** christmas presents

Trey T · Nov 3, 2011

The pelican case itself is an excellent product but I dislike any thing that's retractable or movable like that in a harsh environment.

I would love to check out the tool box they put together since I use a lot of Pelican cases to protect my sensitive equipments.

jeffmoss26 · Nov 3, 2011

slipjointed said:
I'm the guy that gets called when stuff is broken.

Me too! I was always fixing something for my friends in college. Like the one time someone was drunk at a party and busted an interior door off its hinges...call the friend with a cordless drill!

american lockpicker · Nov 3, 2011

Pelican or Peli products rock.

SpiderGearsMan · Nov 3, 2011

looks like a toy box lol

A**holes Garage · Nov 3, 2011

check out the 0450 case

GTO · Nov 3, 2011

Stuey said:
My only concern about the design is that heavier tools may flop around a little. How many and what types of tools do you normally ferry back and forth?

If you carry it from the top handle,I don't think you will have that problem.
I would highly recomend any Pelican product.
I have three of their cases,and I am very happy with them.

Good Luck

bacpacker · Nov 3, 2011

A**holes Garage said:
check out the 0450 case

I just seached for that box. I like it a lot better than the 1460. Not cheap, but it would last forever. and looks like it would hold a ton of stuff.

slipjointed · Nov 3, 2011

bacpacker said:
I just seached for that box. I like it a lot better than the 1460. Not cheap, but it would last forever. and looks like it would hold a ton of stuff.

The 450 has been around for quite some time... it's a neat box, but a completely different animal than what I'm interested in.

The 450 is basically a mini-rollaway, while the 1460 is a handbox meant to be carried easily with one arm and set on workbenches, etc.

I'm guessing the whole reason Pelican just released the 1460, is because the 450 is too much toolbox for most folks... another thing, it costs $500+, while the 1460 is around $200.

bacpacker · Nov 3, 2011

Agreed, They are both sweet boxes. I don't think you could go wrong with either of them.

slipjointed · Nov 3, 2011

bacpacker said:
Agreed, They are both sweet boxes. I don't think you could go wrong with either of them.

Yeah I would love to have the 450 just to have it... one of the reasons I am downsizing is because I have some medical problems from a car accident, so I only have one good arm, and I need a light box I can carry easily with it.

If it wasn't for that, I'd probably be tempted to go all out with the 450.

Stuey · Nov 3, 2011

slipjointed said:
I carry what you could call a "general service kit", I do general repair work on data/phone, cars/car stereo, home electrical, hvac, appliances, computers, just about anything.

I'll normally carry assorted pliers and crimpers, soldering/rework tools, a socket set and wrench sets, drills and taps, files, measuring tools, screwdrivers, etc.

I'm the guy that gets called when stuff is broken. I usually do it for free, but I always get really kick-*** christmas presents

Have you considered a Veto tool bag? The smallest may be a bit large for your needs, though.

GTO said:
If you carry it from the top handle,I don't think you will have that problem.
I would highly recomend any Pelican product.
I have three of their cases,and I am very happy with them.

Good Luck

True. It's tall enough that there might not be any reason to turn it to its side.

I have a 1510/1514 for my camera gear and LOVE it.

slipjointed said:
The 450 has been around for quite some time... it's a neat box, but a completely different animal than what I'm interested in.

The 450 is basically a mini-rollaway, while the 1460 is a handbox meant to be carried easily with one arm and set on workbenches, etc.

I'm guessing the whole reason Pelican just released the 1460, is because the 450 is too much toolbox for most folks... another thing, it costs $500+, while the 1460 is around $200.

They didn't just release the 1460, they released the 1460TOOL. The 1460 case has been out for a while, and an EMS tool kit version has been out as well.

Look at the dimensions also - 20.85" x 12.73" x 12.75" .

I have a 1510, which is 22.00" x 13.81" x 9.00". Fully loaded with photo gear, I can carry it one-handed, but it is far easier to roll around.

Stuey · Nov 10, 2011

Update: a sample arrived, and my initial impression is that the 1460TOOL is HOT!

It's just the right size, a little shorter and taller than a large plastic tool box, but more robust, more comfortable to carry, and I love the pop-up and sliding drawer feature.

PT Doc · Nov 10, 2011

Costco has 2 Pelican cases that I saw yesterday.

Stuey · Nov 10, 2011

PT Doc said:
Costco has 2 Pelican cases that I saw yesterday.

Do you remember the size?

Mario · Nov 10, 2011

bacpacker said:
Years ago I went with a Plano tackle box for my electronic's work. It has a deep (3") upper under the lid and 4 slide out drawers with dividers underneath. It's worked out fine for me.

I also use that model of Plano as a toolbox. I work as an RF tech and me and my boss tried every possible solutions before this and this is the perfect box for our need. Cheap (was 30$, now 50$), light and enough drawers for small electronic tool. I add to modify the drawers to fit bigger pliers though.

The Pelican 1460 is a bit small compared to the Plano but is also a lot more durable.

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