Regarding hand tools and there quality. As an Aviation Machines Mate in the Navy in the late 70's the government supplied us with hand tools an such they were for the most part cheaper brands. It wasn't till I got into the private sector that I realized how valuable good hand tools can be. My tools today are a cross between high and mid quality tools. You can shop around and find tools that are very close to snap-on quality but cost much less. The thing is you need to shop around and that takes time. Maybe get the bean counters to take a close look and find a happy medium between the junk tools and a good quality tool. My company gives a tool allowance $100.00 a month, you can buy what ever you want. They also replace any power tool such as impacts, riveting tool, air ratchets....... one for one same brand.