check at local shops
check at local shops
I had an experience, years ago, that is relevant. My shop used to be across the street from a supply house. A guy walked in with a bag of nearly new tools to sell and a hard luck story. I bought the bag for $50 and walked over to the supply house. At the counter was an apprentice, near tears about his tools that were stolen out of his bosses truck. I said "I might have the solution to your problem".
Bearing in mind that thieves want to dispose of the evidence as fast as possible, I would check the following:
Any fabrication shops near the scene of the crime. They don't have to be electrical.
Any electrical supply houses nearby. I'm sure they will let you post signs, too.
Anywhere that buys or sells used tools. They don't want any trouble from the police. Make sure that you have your digital camera to shoot your tools, if you see them, before they can be disposed of.
Ask around. Sometimes people know where to go to buy suspiciously cheap used tools. Here in New York City restaurants that deliver all seem to very expensive bicycles. You know they aren't paying retail.
Lastly, and I'm sure that you thought of this or someone suggested it, ask your boss to chip in the $2000.00 deductible. He doesn't want to have his policy canceled - understandable. But he would be responsible for the deductible, right? He does not have to give you the cash; he can buy your replacement tools through his company.
Good luck with this.
