# Where to buy

Now that you've decided to start building your own tool collection you need to start shopping around for options and prices. This is a list tool stores (hand tools, power tools and machinery) used by the Machine Workshop and individual members of staff. 

## Power tools

![](/files/-MJVNwmOc4T85zxuq0DW)

{% embed url="<https://www.totaltools.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://sydneytools.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.idealtools.com.au>" %}

## Hand tools

![](/files/-MJVOx-D7IdDRLv3tdRS)

{% embed url="<https://www.japanesetools.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.finetools.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.jimdaveyhandtools.com.au>" %}

## Machinery, power tools and handtools

![](/files/-MJVPOyeYiilQXPUFFxR)

{% embed url="<https://www.cwsonline.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.carbatec.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.timbecon.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<http://www.timberbits.com>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.machineryhouse.com.au>" %}

## Second hand

![](/files/-MJVPj4juiPBlXFmB2cp)

Buying all these tools and machines new can add up to a very high price but you can find plenty of great deals on used and second hand equipment on these websites and a heap of others. Buyer beware though, some second tools are more expensive than brand new ones, so do your research.

{% embed url="<https://www.gumtree.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.machines4u.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://www.toolexchange.com.au>" %}

{% embed url="<https://vintagetoolshop.com.au>" %}


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