How To Purchase Tools. (A.) The quality of the ools used by the mechanic is of the greatest importance. They should be selected carefully, and while it is the poorest economy to buy any but the best, the best are lot necessarily the most finely finished.

(B.) In purchasing tools, it is well to remember that hose made especially for some dealer, and bearing his lame, if sold for a less price than the best, are usually not of the highest grade, and should be shunned. It is wisest o buy standard makes, examining them carefully to be sure that there are no visible defects. The temper of steel may be discovered only by use, and any defect in he best grades of tools is made good upon complaint to the dealer.