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Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Changes in Carrying Amount of Goodwill by Segment (Detail) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Dec. 28, 2013
Dec. 29, 2012
Goodwill [Line Items]    
Beginning Balance $ 807.4 $ 795.8
Currency translation 6.6 11.6
Acquisition 24.8  
Ending Balance 838.8 807.4
Commercial & Industrial Group [Member]
   
Goodwill [Line Items]    
Beginning Balance 306.9 297.0
Currency translation 5.6 9.9
Acquisition     
Ending Balance 312.5 306.9
Snap-on Tools Group [Member]
   
Goodwill [Line Items]    
Beginning Balance 12.5 12.5
Currency translation      
Acquisition     
Ending Balance 12.5 12.5
Repair Systems & Information Group [Member]
   
Goodwill [Line Items]    
Beginning Balance 488.0 486.3
Currency translation 1.0 1.7
Acquisition 24.8  
Ending Balance $ 513.8 $ 488.0