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TOOLS AND THE SHOP => MECHANIC HAND TOOLS WE USE => Topic started by: skfarmer on September 20, 2018, 12:24:48 PM
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i am usually not a big fan of gimicks or tools that try and reinvent the wheel but here is one i like.
the guy that came up with this one was hanging out at the journal and promoted it there. a basic 3/8 extension is just that. some have a little knurl and some have a wobble end but not much different about that. the hextension has a 12mm hex running the full length of the shaft until it reaches the drive end. it then has a knurled ring plus a larger 16 mm hex beyond it. the longer one has a smaller diameter in the middle that would allow a box end wrench to be repositioned.
i really like to use these. not that i am a big fan of using a wrench to steady or turn an extension but it is there if needed. it adds something extra to turn amd grip like the knurling does. it also helps prevent them from rolling or sliding away in many situations. they were not cheap. i pre ordered them for around 40 or 50 bucks if i recall. i am sure the price killed them but they are very well made and do make some jobs easier.
last time i looked you could still order them but have never seen them for sale anywhere else.
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Hmmm. Interesting features.
I definitely like the knurled grip ring. ;D
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Looks to me the length kinda defeats the purpose?
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I picked up a set of 3 W+ extensions in 3/8" and the guys had just started brainstorming the forum.
They basically added hex shape to what I bought. A good idea I guess but the need never hit me.
A cool idea for minimalist kits but a hefty price tag for it. I am kind of suprised the idea was not scooped up by some borg yet.
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I picked up a set of 3 W+ extensions in 3/8" and the guys had just started brainstorming the forum.
They basically added hex shape to what I bought. A good idea I guess but the need never hit me.
A cool idea for minimalist kits but a hefty price tag for it. I am kind of suprised the idea was not scooped up by some borg yet.
Yeah, it's sort of like the hex shank on some screwdrivers. I've never used a wrench on a screwdriver.
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Yeah, it's sort of like the hex shank on some screwdrivers. I've never used a wrench on a screwdriver.
I have. Not frequently but on occasion it has come in handy. A lot of used drivers have plier marks on the handles so someone needed a bolster at some point.
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Just about all my screwdrivers have wrench/pliers marks and some even have hammer wounds on the handle end. All part of gulf coast living... Rust!
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Hmmm. Interesting features.
I definitely like the knurled grip ring. ;D
Thank you Bman. I’ll take all the credit for that knurled ring. If you go back to the original thread, they added it after seeking input and I suggested it. Still waiting at the mailbox every day for my check. :))
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Hmmm. Interesting features.
I definitely like the knurled grip ring. ;D
Thank you Bman. I’ll take all the credit for that knurled ring. If you go back to the original thread, they added it after seeking input and I suggested it. Still waiting at the mailbox every day for my check. :))
No kidding? I'd be suggesting they go back, see your recommendation, and compensate you. >:D
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Just about all my screwdrivers have wrench/pliers marks and some even have hammer wounds on the handle end. All part of gulf coast living... Rust!
No plier marks on my drivers but I do beat on them regularly.
Here's new verses "personalized". ;D
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The Hextension guy just popped in over on the Journal after a couple year absence.... Is SK a shill :-\ ^-^
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The Hextension guy just popped in over on the Journal after a couple year absence.... Is SK a shill :-\ ^-^
i wish! :D
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At 50 bananas a pop with OEM sourced products shilling for them could be lucrative. Low overhead and no warehouse/office expenses just sweetens the bottom line.
I am going to run a service based biz on those rules. Pay just a telephone and transport if need be, tools all long since paid for and profitable.
Just me on payroll....
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The Hextension guy just popped in over on the Journal after a couple year absence.... Is SK a shill :-\ ^-^
They seem to be hammering the guy over there about the tool. Not really something I'd use but geez, give an inventor a break!
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The Hextension guy just popped in over on the Journal after a couple year absence.... Is SK a shill :-\ ^-^
They seem to be hammering the guy over there about the tool. Not really something I'd use but geez, give an inventor a break!
That is the problem with the Journal, too many guys like to bitch and then the dog pile starts. Likely none of them ever invented or tried to market a new idea.
As to the price, it is likely too high to generate the volume needed to get production to a level to lower the price so they would sell. Terrible catch 22 for a small business guy
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The Hextension guy just popped in over on the Journal after a couple year absence.... Is SK a shill :-\ ^-^
They seem to be hammering the guy over there about the tool. Not really something I'd use but geez, give an inventor a break!
That is the problem with the Journal, too many guys like to bitch and then the dog pile starts. Likely none of them ever invented or tried to market a new idea.
As to the price, it is likely too high to generate the volume needed to get production to a level to lower the price so they would sell. Terrible catch 22 for a small business guy
My feeling has been there's alot of really knowledgeable guys at GJ but many are really snobby about it. Plus, they "hide" behind the relative safety of the internet to treat people like trash.
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Knowledgeable and snobby? That is a good description. If it said snap-on, toptul or Pittsburgh it may get some love.
A guy who obviously know tools and had a good idea actually works. Very little love for him.
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So what is the current state of this item?
How are they holding in long term use?
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So what is the current state of this item?
How are they holding in long term use?
very well. the finish is outstanding. it is one of those tools that may not seem much different but the subtle differences make it a joy to use. still haven't seen a need for putting a wrench on them but other than that they are holding up well. the only complaint i have is that the female drive end is broached at a radius in the corners. i have a ratchet or two that has a very squared shape to the anvil making for a stubborn fit. i think one of them i just touched with a file and no problem.
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I have been using GN W+ 3/8" extensions a long time since before this product.
Not a prestigious brand but despite frequently misusing them none have ever failed. They are all I kept actually. I was looking for a reason to upgrade but these refuse to give me one.
I even considered a copycat version made from an impact extension but just never had to put a wrench on an extension yet.
My afterthought is it was a solution looking for a very specific problem. Not bad, just not a widespread need.