Here is my attempt to answer a super open ended question in case someone is searching. Someone let me know if i missed anything.

Affordable/Tough/5 Year Warranty

For cheaper versions i will mainly recommend Husky they are decent and they fall under a 5 year warranty which is usually easy to have honored.

Personally if i am doing something quick at home i like waist aprons instead of belts. You can get them for real cheap like under $1. There are the super basic ones like these from menards that cost 84¢ and have 3 pockets. but my favorite is this one which has 13 pockets and two hammer loops.

If you are just doing stuff at home or just need a handful of tools at hand then small pouches are your best bet. Something like this 9 pocket pouch from Husky can hold a surprising amount of stuff for only $10 you can upgrade to a larger single pouch for $20. All These black tool aprons/tool belts come with a 5 year warranty from husky.

For carrying lots of crap and actual work you should get the suspender set up. The Husky does have some ok stuff such as the 13 pouch electricians belt and the 17 pouch carpenters belt. Make sure you move the hammer holder to the side or jogging down the stairs will make your hammers handle hit you in the balls.

Fancy/Real Leather/2 Year defect lifetime stitching/rivet warranty

Occidental Leather Work makes some awesome Made in America Leather tool belts. They have a two year manufacturers defect warranty but will replace burst stitching or rivets for lifetime of the belt.You can find these at local supply stores but they are not carried in big box stores. You can use their website to locate a local supplier. I will be using Amazon Links for these because prices at local supply stores will be all over the damm place also it lets you see reviews but check your supplier it will probably be cheaper local. Remember these are natural leather products so you will have to maintain them. You can follow the links to check reviews but they all seem to run around 4.5/5 stars or better. Get a size bigger than they recommend its a common complaint

These tend not to come with the suspenders so you will have to buy them separate. They go for around $110 online.

The tool bags themselves vary a lot in size. You can also buy bags separate so you can customize it to a certain extent and they tend to for between $250-$300. The large electrician belt set goes for $285 and the framers belt set goes for $288.

The separate pouches go for between $80-$110 such as the Drywall pouch for $84 and the Fatlip tool pouch that runs about $110

Fancy/Modular/Painfully expensive/ Lifetime defect warranty.

Diamondback Toolbelts is a Made in America of 1000D Nylon in 3 layers so its very durable. They have a lifetime warranty from defects of any kind. Much like Occidental Leather they are not sold in big box stores. They do have their own online site but you can also look for local sellers using this but there are not many.

These ones as well tend not to come with the Suspenders which cost between $40-$115

So the neatest thing is that you can build your own tool-belt on their website. It allows you to pick whatever various pouches you want.

They also have trade specific toolbelts. Such as Drywaller belt for $425.00, Master Finsher Carpenter for $420.00, Ultimate Framer for $440.00, and the Electrician for $430.

Accessories

A very good idea is getting suspenders. You can use brand specific ones or just grab some cheap ones from Home Depot or Menards just check reviews. The padded ones though will save you some shoulder strain if you are a punk ass bitch who wants working shoulders at 50 like me.

I also highly suggest getting a drill holster. Its exactly what it sounds like and makes life so much freaking easier. These generic ones cost $10, they are ok and color match Husky brands but the clips kinda hard to work. They also have brand name ones like this Dewalt one for $15, they also have Occidental Leather ones for $42.00 and Diamonback drill holsters for $65.00

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If by any chance you don't have your purse on you and you need a tool, you should get yourself one of these awesome Bison belts:
http://uncrate.com/stuff/bison-designs-kool-tool-belt/

That link says they are sold out but you can still get them on Amazon. Its an awesome belt!

http://www.amazon.com/Bison-Designs-Kool-Tool-Technical/dp/B00LGV3WW0

>The Bison Designs Kool Tool Belt helps keep your pants up and keep you ready for anything by incorporating three wire strippers, large and small flathead screwdrivers, a Phillips head screwdriver, both standard and metric hex tools and rulers, and, of course, a bottle opener all into a single Cr-13 steel buckle.

and Made in 'Murica.

I'll chime in. I just bought CLC 1608 belt. I've been using kliens POS pouch for a few years, replacing it every so often. I just kept sticking with it because i was used to where all my tools where.

With that said I have been extremely happy with this belt. This is their older model so its pretty cheap compared to the newer version or some other brands. Its holding up so far and has a lot of space for all sorts or crap. My favorite feature is just the simple flap/zipper pocket that holds my drill tips and then zips up to cover my hand tools. Makes for worry free stashing in my van without the tools falling out. Also, its nice to cover my hand tools if i'm stuck outside in inclement weather so they don't get wet.

The Passion Flower is gorgeous.

Item. Happy Spring and thank you!

I use this belt accompanied by this pouch and I love it... I always prep and pack "specialty tools" before starting a job (running pipe, better take my reamer, etc..), but in the pouch has my linesmans, tin snips, needle nose, diagonal cutters, tick tester, sharpie, pencil, standard utility knife, slotted screwdriver, multi screwdriver, and beater screwdriver. Everything listed, has a dedicated pocket, and the screwdrivers can really be any size since the holders are open at the bottom. I very rarely have to get down from my ladder for a tool...

GatorBacks - Some of the best bang for your buck tool bags you can get for an electrician.

https://www.amazon.com/GatorBack-Electricians-Combo-Pro-Comfort-Support/dp/B004EZJMSS/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1487042100&sr=8-2&keywords=gatorback+electrician+tool+belt

Occidentals - Pricey, some of the best bags you can get.

https://www.amazon.com/Occidental-Leather-5590-LG-Electricians/dp/B005Z5BFYU/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1487042145&sr=1-1&keywords=occidental+electrician+tool+belt

You should try a small magnetic parts tray. I swear by the one I've got, like 2" by 6" keep it in my pouch or back pocket if I'm not wearing my tool belt.

That size and shape is money when you're working on a lift cause it sits nicely on the top railing as you're doing your thing.

Are you an electrician? your tool belt looks too worn for the average home gamer.

Edit: also klien screwdrivers ha ha ha

Edit 2: https://www.amazon.ca/Performance-Tool-W1260-Magnet-Tray/dp/B009TC6X9W/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1538494228&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=magnetic+parts+tray&dpPl=1&dpID=41vDDcxe6iL&ref=plSrch

My tray is like the big one from this set so much love for that little piece of shit

Gator back is great these are what all the guys at the shop I’m at use https://www.amazon.com/Gatorback-B240-Electricians-Pro-Comfort-Support/dp/B011VRPBRM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?keywords=gatorback+tool+belt&qid=1558451834&s=gateway&sprefix=gatorback&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1
I got some suspenders from Home Depot too I think they make some but it’s definitely worth picking some up, save your back and hips a lot of trouble

Got the fat lip tool bag set. Best bags ever. This made them 100% more comfortable and eliminated the need for suspenders. Occidental Leather 5005 SM Belt Liner with Sheepskin https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000KL17X8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MU2WAb3TJ9WBQ

Something like this? Seems a little extreme for my use case but looks awesome!

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004EZJMSS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_qXPjDbRJB4JH4

Have had this rig for 12 years and it's still charging.

https://www.amazon.com/Custom-LeatherCraft-1614-Framers-Comfortlift/dp/B0000DYVHZ

Upgraded to these suspenders recently, they are gel filled and super comfortable.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000KW9CCK/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1480312685&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=tool+belt+suspenders

Superior Parts BL2-3BM Belt Clip Tool Holder System with 3 Ball Bungees - (Original Bigg Lugg 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I598GX6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_HeiyDbHK8JWB1

Hopefully links are okay here...

A couple guys I work with and myself included use this, also works on some ladders with the slots, I know a few werners do

You can always buy hooks that go onto your belt for such tools, works pretty well as long as I am mindful to not let hit it a ladder step and push up and out of the hook.


Edit: I have used this and this and both work well depending on what you want or need.

Super green, 0 hours IBEW Inside Wireman apprentice. This is what I've got to show up with for my first day. I have an Occidental Leather Adjust to Fit 9596 tool belt and Stronghold Light 1546 suspenders in the mail, as well as a Custom Leathercraft Tool Box , Thorogood American Heritage Emperor Toe Wedge work boots , and maxiflex cut resistant gloves . I'm still undecided as to which tester/multimeter to get. Am I good to show up to work with what I've got? Am I missing anything critical?

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i cant believe nobody has suggested velcro cable ties yet, especially for home cables

i bought a pack of like 50 from amazon and i use them on everything, all cables inside drawers are neatly bundled within these

I have been wearing the Industrial Electricians belt from Occidental for a year now, it is very comfortable. I got mine on Amazon in the used section, it wasn't touched and still had the tags on it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0097EOXBC/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all

I have those suspenders and love them. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0000DD6C2/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Don’t buy any PPE (personal protect equipment) as the company should provide, would be a waste of money. As an electrician, not a lines man, and working side by side them, I would say a nice small leather tool holder to put on his belt clip. Most linesmen get their tools provided.

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Like this

https://www.amazon.ca/Occidental-Leather-5520-Tool-Holder/dp/B00HGAT03U/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?crid=2DXN5K5HSA1L4&keywords=occidental+leather&qid=1554811727&s=gateway&sprefix=occ&sr=8-7

Yea I was gonna suggest one of these

https://www.amazon.com/MagnoGrip-311-090-Magnetic-Wristband/dp/B000WU9LCQ/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1484866787&sr=8-3&keywords=magnetic+wristband

But, then again, if you don't mind modifying your tools, that's a nice, cheap solution

Took me a couple years to finally fork over the cash for these but you wont have to worry about buying another set for at least a decade and they are badass http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005Z5BFYU/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1425828468&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=occidental+electricians+tool+belt&dpPl=1&dpID=41TPr9NrCRL&ref=plSrch

I have this one and I like it a lot. Very comfy and well laid out. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000EDVU16/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526421985&sr=8-1-spons&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=clc+electrician+tool+belt&psc=1

Gatorback B240 Electrician's Combo with Pro-Comfort Back Support Belt. Heavy Duty Ventilated Work Belt (Large 36-40 inches) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004EZJMSS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jGTtDb0PRKMJE

These are extremely comfortable with plenty of space for all the crap you need.

Firm believer in the quality of Occidental stuff. Occidental bag on a ranger belt held up with stronghold light because I don't have an ass. Good rig.

If you're going to be in heavy commercial then I like these I have them and really like them. Some other guys I work with have the Klien ones from Home Depot or these They are really expensive but will last 5+ years

I have heard good things about the Magnogrip

Something like this?

Get one of these and always carry it. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Klein-Tools-Non-Contact-Voltage-Tester-NCVT-1SEN/100661787
Also, one of these, or something like it.
https://www.amazon.com/MagnoGrip-311-090-Magnetic-Wristband/dp/B000WU9LCQ
Also, one of these:
https://www.amazon.com/Black-Diamond-Cosmo-Headlamp/dp/B06W54SB8D/ref=sr_1_7?crid=ZM8XKXA7MDN5&keywords=black+diamond+headlamp&qid=1554858570&s=gateway&sprefix=black+diamond+head+lamp%2Caps%2C164&sr=8-7

Like this? https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0000DYVHZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zaxNyb295Z4BF

i bought these a month or two ago https://www.amazon.com/VELCRO-Brand-Black-2-Inch-91140/dp/B001E1Y5O6

more cable ties than i'll ever need

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Micro-Trader-Black-Adjustable-Reusable/dp/B0169H26P4

those should be fine too. mostly 5 stars.

you dont really need anything fancy, either the ties work or they dont

What kind of work?

I pieced mine together with these:
Greenlee 0258-14
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002JASH72/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_PW.Gyb0WWHPTK

Occidental 5520 5 tool holder
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HGAT03U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_jZ.Gyb4QW0BWZ

And the occidental 3 inch belt.

I work in lived in houses, this setup is low profile(for working in rooms with too much furniture) and balanced (so you're not lopsided all day. There's also room for expansion if you want to add a pouch for screws & nuts. The only thing I'm not a huge fan of is how high the occidental 5520 sits. Full size pouches hang down on your thigh, but the 5520 doesn't. It sits right at belt level. When you have a rock saw in the protected slot it sticks up to about the bottom of your ribs and is a little awkward to grab until you get used to it.

Non-mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B005Z5BFYU/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1425828468&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&keywords=occidental+electricians+tool+belt&dpPl=1&dpID=41TPr9NrCRL&ref=plSrch

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Or you can get non disc golf straps (like ones for toolbags) and they work the exact same, minus the rain guard.

Maybe you can add "trademark pending". The item below is writing "patent pending" for the last 3 years. MagnoGrip 311-090 Magnetic Wristband https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WU9LCQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fqkPDbN3JSBR4

I use these to hold my Powerbank in place -

Micro Trader 100 x Black Adjustable Strap Reusable Ties Tidy Wrap Hook & Loop https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0169H26P4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qbkODbQBP15YR

Working on an old motorcycle, you always need ez-out's.

Or a magnogrip. Those are super-handy, too.

https://www.amazon.com/Gatorback-B240-Electricians-Pro-Comfort-Support/dp/B011VRPBRM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?adgrpid=56101159815&hvadid=274777703500&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9027196&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t2&hvqmt=e&hvrand=15328803387905789535&hvtargid=kwd-331725865124&hydadcr=20372_9690622&keywords=gatorback+tool+belt&qid=1557623274&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Get one of these.

Mangetic Wristbands

Oh, when I was looking at your WL, I wondered if you had seen this?

Magnetic wristband

Car hammer/seat belt breaker

Electricians knife

These things are so much better, anyway.

Nails jamming into your wrist before falling to the ground. Use this instead.

I use one of these at work.

http://www.amazon.com/MagnoGrip-311-090-Magnetic-Wristband/dp/B000WU9LCQ

Saves dipping into my toolbelt for smaller screws and rivets.

Massive timesaver

He'll be the envy of all the other GC's sporting this

>I’m about the same size as you and feel your pain...I have the CLC electrician suspension bags

same

I have had this one for about a year now with no noticeable damage.