Harbor Freight has many unexpected finds at a great price. The business is known for having high-quality tools at lower prices — in fact, it's in the slogan. One of those finds is the line of Bauer ...

Like all of Harbor Freight's in-house brands, some of Bauer's tools are worth buying and some are worth avoiding. However, there's no need to gamble on whether you're picking up a bargain or a dud.

Hardware retailer Harbor Freight doesn't just have one house brand -- it has several, including Hercules, Icon, Predator, and Warrior. Bauer is a solid mid-range brand that's also owned by Harbor ...