I hate buying cheap s***, any goods, and I rarely ever do. I'm never opposed to finding a great deal but...I don't want cheap (pay me now or pay me later syndrome). That said...I'm starting to find myself "going cheap" right now with this decision and I need some advice from those of you that have real-world experience with higher-end consumer-class tool cabinet and chest combos to help keep me from buying poop please .

Upgrading the garage, nice flooring, re-painting, storage systems etc. and...I also need a new tool storage setup that is 1) functional, 2) durable and 3) has reasonable visual appeal.

I've done the basic research and clearly understand what I do not want on both the low-end and high-end. I don't want "pure consumer" but I'm not blowing the dough on what is considered "professional class" either as I just don't need that much based on my requirements. I've stepped-back from Snap-on, Maatco, Craftsman pro-class, etc. because of cost and those units exceed my needs. I've read many reviews of various products, pro and con, and now I'm talking myself into circles.

For those of you with hands-on experience if you were in the ~$800 to $1,400 price range, what Mfgr and model line-up would you be considering?

I'm leaning towards the Craftsman Premium Heavy-duty class at this stage because I'm tired of looking. Any better recomendations from those of you in-the-know?