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TOOLS AND THE SHOP => GENERAL TOOL AND MACHINE DISCUSSION => Topic started by: hickory n Steel on July 22, 2019, 08:41:34 PM

Title: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 22, 2019, 08:41:34 PM
This was originally just some screwdrivers I bought but then I bought something else today and posted it here, so I decided to change it.
Now instead of making a thread every time you pick something up, just post it here in this one.

I'm weak, if the local hardware has an American made tool I think I can use I'll buy it.
I'm not one of those " for what it is " types it may be a bit high for what I got but $26 won't break the bank.

Anyways here's what I bought, I didn't have a set of precision screwdrivers besides the little cheapie Stanley's  in my house box.
(https://i.postimg.cc/L4cx4FmB/IMG-20190722-182917871.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
The butt caps all spin pretty freely , the shanks are all straight and the tips are very well ground.
I don't have tons of experience with precision screwdrivers as I'm no electronics tech or anything but I like them so far.
I'm thinking I'll come up with a rack for these that can attach to my begboard, maybe a piece of pvc with holes In it or something.
Title: Re: Another tool but at the local hardware
Post by: DeadNutz on July 22, 2019, 09:34:30 PM
Those can really save the day when working on some items. They won't tear up the fasteners like the cheapie ones.
Title: Re: Another tool but at the local hardware
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 22, 2019, 10:29:49 PM
Those can really save the day when working on some items. They won't tear up the fasteners like the cheapie ones.
The little $3 Stanley sets have been good to me for occasional use, but they're really just good for the price.
These seem miles ahead.
Title: Re: Another tool buy at the local hardware
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 23, 2019, 08:58:29 PM
  Threw together a quick rack for them to sit on my work bench , I had the piece of plastic laying around so I don't really know but it looks a lot like PVC.

anyways they'll go on my workbench when i get cleaned off, I let it become a mess but I'm going to need it to work on a couple vintage airguns sometime next week or so.

Staying clean and organized with me reminds me of a Paul thorn song.
 This pretty much sums it up for me.
Title: Re: Another tool buy at the local hardware
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 24, 2019, 01:55:44 PM
I needed a punch for something earlier and decided i should go ahead and get a set instead of making do with whatever I've got so I picked these up at the hardware store.
(https://i.postimg.cc/B6vF7mnB/IMG-20190724-114716741.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
In my limited experience with Dasco punches the backs are soft but the tips are fine, theyre priced  well so that's what I bought.

I also need a set of roll pin punches, but I think I'll splurge next week and spend the $40 on a 12pc set of Mayhews from Cripe distributing.
Since basically all roll pins are hard, I think it'll be worth it to go with the Mayhews.
The Dasco punches won't always be hitting hardened pins I don't imagine so they will be fine, but for airgun roll pins I want something better.
Title: Re: Another tool buy at the local hardware
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 24, 2019, 07:31:15 PM
It's not perfect but it works.
(https://i.postimg.cc/fWHSWHzp/IMG-20190724-172716053.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
I had my other punches just sticking out of the pegboard before and they kept falling out.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 28, 2019, 05:32:10 PM
Swung by a yard sale after work and got a good little haul for under $6.

(https://i.postimg.cc/yYb4SdpR/IMG-20190728-144228433.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
The biggest score of all would be the 4lb TT KLEY WORKS handmade, I'd call it a California but it could also be a Swamping pattern.
 Deputy Cobb told me it wasn't for sale because it came from his father in-law so I didn't push it, I said thank you and started to walk away when he asked how much I'd give him.
I said $10, he said he expected $5, and that was it.
$5 is a great deal, and I'm sure he'd probably be happier to see it rust free hung and appreciated by me than rusting away as a lawn decoration.

Next was my grabs from the dime box, the Stanley 8ft tape , the keychain tape I mostly wanted for the keychain off it, an A Leitz scribing compass, and last but not least the MAC MB2 pocket inspection mirror. I'm thinking Ullman devices but that's just a WAG.

Oh and the Omega Tally counter was I think 50˘, i just thought it was cool.

I also got a unopened  X kites airplane shaped microkite for 5˘ and a faux security camera from a free box.
Yes I know a kite, but they will always be fun  :)

The faux camera takes 3 AA batteries and has a motion sensor to make it blink and scan back and forth when someone is near.
When I was a kid we had one and when these kids were throwing water balloons at our house one day I told them it was an experimental military camera with Lazer beams and tracking software and all this stuff, needless to say they stopped throwing the water balloons  ;D
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on July 29, 2019, 04:02:47 PM
you did well. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 29, 2019, 11:59:15 PM
you did well.
I'm definitely happy.
Oh and my suspicion was right, this MAC inspection mirror is a dead ringer for a UDC B2.
It just screamed Ullman to me.

The Kelly handmade cleaned up pretty well to, some carbon scale built up in a couple spots from the thick rust it had but i'm fine with that because shiny and new looking is for chromed tools and tools that actually are shiny and brand new.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 30, 2019, 12:07:23 AM
I'll have to get a picture tomorrow, but today I bought a rubber sanding block and a 5pc " HYPER TOUGH " file set from Wal-Mart.
They're Chicom of course but they were only $9 and are very well cut and sharp.
If I knew of any files still US made that I could afford I'd buy them, but darn if cheap tools haven't come a long way in 20-30 years.
I know when I was a kid I was given an old cheap Japanese made file set and they were horrible, some were barely cut at all.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on July 31, 2019, 08:36:21 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/SsKw1UY.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on July 31, 2019, 10:08:38 PM
Nice grabs for a good price on those useful bits.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 03, 2019, 08:29:51 PM
I didn't get off work in time to go to the Roseville swap meet, besides it was probably too hot anyways.

Well at least I had a decent score at Goodwill.
I got a dovetail saw for $3, two more American made leather belts ( passed on a US made Nordstrom's belt that was actually very nice but just a bit too dressy for my taste ) and a Stanley  #131A push driver.
(https://i.postimg.cc/rpdDj8nZ/IMG-20190803-180918363.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/McSZK881)

(https://i.postimg.cc/RhxG9pJ9/IMG-20190803-180929459.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WFS0wn7f)
(https://i.postimg.cc/xjgb9FzR/IMG-20190803-180947869.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vDgmzhXg)


I was on my way to check out when I found the Yankee driver on the floor   :-\
For $4 I couldn't pick it up fast enough.
The one driver bit it does have is very pristine either from seeing little use or just being made of excellent steel.
One belt is more worn that I really realized but can probably be an airgun sling or at the very least a knife strop.
The other I'm wearing right now, maybe it's another weakness of mine but I've been picking up any American made leather belts I can find.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 04, 2019, 09:50:48 AM
I almost forgot, my mom also gave me a small electric pressure washer she found on sale last year but realized she just didn't have much use for it.
It's a Hyper Tough from Walmart so it's nothing fancy, I have been thinking a small pressure washer might come in handy.
I'll probably test it out on the driveway after work.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 07, 2019, 08:37:20 PM
got a pair of the newest Channellocks for work
(https://i.imgur.com/RnaUcat.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on August 07, 2019, 09:46:37 PM
The new style handles look comfortable but that sure is a lot of excess mold flash on them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on August 09, 2019, 05:52:38 PM
I've been skirting buying one of these and felt I had pushed my luck a little too long. The farm truck radiator swap was a bit dicey with my home made tool. I ordered this set @ 3 weeks ago and it came in today. Amazon getting a little slow.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 09, 2019, 06:11:24 PM
Those channellocks are definitely interesting, kind of ugly and " modern " looking but I'd love to hear what you think after you log some hours with them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on August 10, 2019, 04:58:35 AM
Wow. Have not seen that style channel lock yet.  Push button lock and different grip.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on August 12, 2019, 08:54:58 PM
Add me to the list that has never seen those yet

Sent from the twisted mind of the Mudman

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 14, 2019, 08:46:56 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/cxzuGBW.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on August 15, 2019, 07:58:33 AM
got a pair of the newest Channellocks for work
(https://i.imgur.com/RnaUcat.jpg)

Damn those are really, really big .........LMA0
Pep
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on August 15, 2019, 08:27:52 AM
Spotted this indicter holder on sale. They are really nice, one knob controls all axes of the tool.

Includes a fine adjustment to tighten things up. Bought one for the mill also, mounts in a drill chuck or collet, same single knob and fine adjustment.

score 2 thumbs up
Pep
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 23, 2019, 01:59:38 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/RZs0V3VD/IMG-20190823-110238557.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K1Tb08TP)
More American made tools ( the bits probably aren't, but are nice either way )

The extension actually has a defective detent that will not compress, but Wright is sending me out a new one ASAP.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on August 24, 2019, 09:03:56 PM
Just ordered this. Hell of a deal.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190825/e46cf378a9fc43562ae24b45834417c0.jpg)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Jamesyarbrough on August 25, 2019, 09:25:12 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/zXBW1kxh/20190824-184257.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)


Picked these pipe wrenches up yeasterday from fb market place. A little clean up and they are ready to go. Now i have 2 18s and 2 24s at work.

Also got some prybars at walmart. This one was cheap so i got 2. Made in usa. Cant be bad for $10

edit to remove non image related link
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 25, 2019, 07:51:45 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/zXBW1kxh/20190824-184257.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)the closest petrol station (https://gasstation-nearme.com/)


Picked these pipe wrenches up yeasterday from fb market place. A little clean up and they are ready to go. Now i have 2 18s and 2 24s at work.

Also got some prybars at walmart. This one was cheap so i got 2. Made in usa. Cant be bad for $10
Im certainly glad I brought these prybars to the forums attention earlier this summer.
Still need to pick myself up a couple.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Jamesyarbrough on August 25, 2019, 09:16:14 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/zXBW1kxh/20190824-184257.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)


Picked these pipe wrenches up yeasterday from fb market place. A little clean up and they are ready to go. Now i have 2 18s and 2 24s at work.

Also got some prybars at walmart. This one was cheap so i got 2. Made in usa. Cant be bad for $10
Im certainly glad I brought these prybars to the forums attention earlier this summer.
Still need to pick myself up a couple.

edit to remove non image related link


Next i think ill get the tekton or craftsman 36. Just because
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Jamesyarbrough on August 25, 2019, 09:17:29 PM
I've been skirting buying one of these and felt I had pushed my luck a little too long. The farm truck radiator swap was a bit dicey with my home made tool. I ordered this set @ 3 weeks ago and it came in today. Amazon getting a little slow.


I actually need one of these. It amazes me the same exact product and packaging with a blupoint name stamped on it brings triple the price.  ::)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 28, 2019, 12:28:39 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/PJ6fNP6K/IMG-20190828-102223335.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2LZNK8NB)
I just picked these up for the airgun tool kit, I had some Ace rewards to use so these only costed me $5 for the both of them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on August 28, 2019, 05:57:31 PM
..(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190828/9cfe9aefa0487e53fce0e59a230505e5.jpg)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Jamesyarbrough on August 28, 2019, 05:59:14 PM
..(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190828/9cfe9aefa0487e53fce0e59a230505e5.jpg)

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What did that run ya?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on August 28, 2019, 08:03:36 PM
..(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190828/9cfe9aefa0487e53fce0e59a230505e5.jpg)

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What did that run ya?
....... $415

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on August 29, 2019, 07:10:35 PM
^^^^^  darn those energy drinks are pricey  :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 29, 2019, 08:22:12 PM
^^^^^  darn those energy drinks are pricey  :))
They stink too.
The only more potent smell I can think of that comes in a can that size says Krylon on it  :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on August 30, 2019, 09:26:44 AM
^^^^^  darn those energy drinks are pricey  :))
They stink too.
The only more potent smell I can think of that comes in a can that size says Krylon on it  :))
Pffttttt

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Jamesyarbrough on August 30, 2019, 06:00:54 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/XqT10vGV/20190830-171338.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Got nother sk rat to cram in the tool box.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Jamesyarbrough on August 30, 2019, 06:06:46 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1rj6ydZ/20190830-171329.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 12, 2019, 07:02:42 PM
A few Goodwill finds from yesterday.
(https://i.postimg.cc/prFMLmys/IMG-20191012-163932134.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PvTR6rWD)
The barely used Shop-Vac was $10, and the saws were $6 a piece.

The top which is straight as an arrow is a Craftsman with the cool fine tooth kerf starter on top
(https://i.postimg.cc/90ZyVj5v/IMG-20191012-163940138.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SYQn73Kr)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8585Gfpz/IMG-20191012-163946000.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZ83cJBR)
The bottom is a 50's disston, I'm assuming from the very last real disston saws made because it has no etch when the other example of this saw I have from my grandfather does.
Different wood for the handle too.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on October 12, 2019, 09:19:48 PM
I hit an estate sale this weekend and it was a winner. A ton of NOS stuff. I bought up some to try and resell. one of the gems was an almost untouched Blackhawk box 1/2 drive. The P.O. peeled the plastic to get to the 1 1/16 and 3/4 socket. everything else is brand new.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on October 12, 2019, 09:57:35 PM
I hit an estate sale this weekend and it was a winner. A ton of NOS stuff. I bought up some to try and resell. one of the gems was an almost untouched Blackhawk box 1/2 drive. The P.O. peeled the plastic to get to the 1 1/16 and 3/4 socket. everything else is brand new.

Wow!!! That's a beautiful sight to behold. Congrats on that score -- you did well.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bmwrd0 on October 12, 2019, 10:55:15 PM
Found this for $10 at the Restore the other day:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48878514326_cd2288f2dd_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hteapC)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48878514026_cfd132a9ee_h.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2hteajs)
Ace tap set with 1/4 to 3/4 and includes NPT. It was missing a couple taps, but I had them in my stash and now I only need to find a #2 tap handle.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on October 13, 2019, 09:03:10 AM
I hit an estate sale this weekend and it was a winner. A ton of NOS stuff. I bought up some to try and resell. one of the gems was an almost untouched Blackhawk box 1/2 drive. The P.O. peeled the plastic to get to the 1 1/16 and 3/4 socket. everything else is brand new.

Wow!!! That's a beautiful sight to behold. Congrats on that score -- you did well.
I

It gets better, how bout a NIB Binks #7 ;D never had paint in it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on October 13, 2019, 09:21:36 AM
You're killing me! -- Beautiful gun -- For a Binks fan that is as good as it gets. Being NIB, that gun will still fetch a premium price from anyone who knows the history of that model.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 24, 2019, 04:27:26 PM
Cripe distributing had an excellent deal on Allen USA 3/8 sockets, you get both the 9 piece SAE and 9 piece Metrics for $8 + shipping.
How could I pass up 18 NOS US made sockets for $16.50 shipped ?
I'm not sure you could even get HF sockets for that price.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on October 24, 2019, 06:15:21 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1rj6ydZ/20190830-171329.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Yep, I just snagged another 45170, and after a days soak in JAFE juice it's a s free as a bird. Already have prolly half a dozen of the things but for $2 I couldn't leave it.  :D
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 25, 2019, 06:33:54 PM
Bought a small lot off macaxis recently ( that $25 I lost ended up being found and mailed and he got it  ) which arrived today.

Here's what I bought, 2 DC&H 5" slipjoint pliers, a Dimaloy 4" adjustable, a Crescent 4" adjustable ,Dimaloy "4 dykes which are smooth as butter, and a Craftsman 9" auto wrench.
(https://i.postimg.cc/q7LrMm6n/IMG-20191025-155512755.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67ygMf05)
As a bonus he tossed in this little finger screwdriver and an indestro 1/4" flex handle.

(https://i.postimg.cc/tRL4cM3C/IMG-20191025-155548833.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kDvC6wYk)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on October 25, 2019, 06:55:03 PM
That is a nice batch of tools there H&S.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 25, 2019, 09:06:57 PM
That is a nice batch of tools there H&S.
I'm definitely happy, especially that the money got lost and was found then dropped off at the post office.
The two unexpected toss-ins are welcomed.
I've never seen another fingertip screwdriver just like this one and I think it's pretty cool.
If I had to guess based on the look of the tip / shank I'd guess Harold or Rosco as the manufacturer but it could have been anybody.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on October 26, 2019, 08:08:37 PM
Broke down, got some new meter leads, came with a slick trick. For tight spots the lead has a builtin insulator that slides down the tip .

 Shown is retract and full down, it can be adjusted or positioned at any point in between.

Not bad someone was thinking

Pep
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on October 27, 2019, 10:56:22 AM
Those do look pretty handy, and Fluke too so its well made. but$$$. I make the company buy my Fluke stuff. ;D
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wilbilt on October 27, 2019, 11:24:06 AM

I've never seen another fingertip screwdriver just like this one and I think it's pretty cool.
If I had to guess based on the look of the tip / shank I'd guess Harold or Rosco as the manufacturer but it could have been anybody.

It looks very similar (but not identical) to the ones Snap-On sold in the '80s and '90s.

I have a pair, flat and phillips. SD 11A and SDP 11.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on October 27, 2019, 03:34:37 PM
Those do look pretty handy, and Fluke too so its well made. but$$$. I make the company buy my Fluke stuff. ;D

Maybe 20 bucks was not as I was expecting, pleasantly surprised. Fluke .. well you get what you pay for, and not wasting $$$ owning one, buy once last long time.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on October 28, 2019, 02:58:26 PM
Yeah, fluke makes some nice leads.  Have had a few Fluke lead kits come through and they sell well to those who know.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bmwrd0 on October 28, 2019, 10:24:57 PM
Those look nice Pep, where did you find them?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Jamesyarbrough on October 29, 2019, 05:55:53 AM
Broke down, got some new meter leads, came with a slick trick. For tight spots the lead has a builtin insulator that slides down the tip .

 Shown is retract and full down, it can be adjusted or positioned at any point in between.

Not bad someone was thinking

Pep


Those are good leads. they came with my 116/323 kit. been using them for 6 years no issues.

I like the length most
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on October 29, 2019, 08:35:57 AM
Those look nice Pep, where did you find them?

Grainger,
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 29, 2019, 12:51:41 PM

I've never seen another fingertip screwdriver just like this one and I think it's pretty cool.
If I had to guess based on the look of the tip / shank I'd guess Harold or Rosco as the manufacturer but it could have been anybody.

It looks very similar (but not identical) to the ones Snap-On sold in the '80s and '90s.

I have a pair, flat and phillips. SD 11A and SDP 11.
Interesting, I never imagined such a tool from SNAP-ON.
They look more refined than this one for sure.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on October 29, 2019, 02:29:38 PM
Hns, you bought those tools from me??
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 29, 2019, 03:01:08 PM
Hns, you bought those tools from me??
Oh sorry my mistake, I bought them from macaxis.
I don't know how I got mixed up.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 29, 2019, 03:04:54 PM
Just got the Allen sockets I ordered from Cripedistributing and while they were sold as US made they are in fact made in China.
I contacted them to see what can be done, because I prefer to avoid Chinese made hand tools whenever possible.
I've been satisfied with everything else I've purchased from them, so hopefully I can get this sorted out.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 29, 2019, 04:03:40 PM
They told me there was a mistake with the listing and emailed me a return label so I could return them , I don't have a printer though so I'm just going to give them to my dad.
It's only $16 ,and he could always use some spares and doesn't care where they're made.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Papaw on October 29, 2019, 05:25:03 PM
Just a few minutes after making this post, the drill sold !!

Though I haven't been buying much lately, I did buy this reversable breast drill in the hopes that I can sell it for a profit.
Antique GOODELL-PRATT 'Toolsmiths'   High Speed Hand Drill  This drill was manufactured   from 1916-1935. It  is in original, complete, working condition ! Cranking action is smooth in forward and reverse directions.  It has the gears enclosed in a grease packed, aluminum casing; hardwood head and handles, head with mushroom-shaped top; chromed crank handle; detachable chef's cap side handle; ball bearing spindle; 7:1 gear ratio; three-jaw chuck adjustable 0 to 1/4 inch. Aluminum parts are polished and bright parts are nickel plated. Drill is fully identified as seen in the pics.  No cracks, breaks or repairs. No owners marks.  Pat. Aug. 13,1895 # 544-411 is for the chuck .  Approx. 13-1/2" long.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Papaw on October 29, 2019, 05:26:21 PM
More photos of the Goodell-Pratt drill
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on October 29, 2019, 06:31:19 PM
old school cordless.

I was discussing AR mods at work and one of the guys asked if I had a roll pin punch kit??? Didn't know they made such a thing but I got one ordered straight away. I'm kicking my butt for not getting one of these years ago.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 29, 2019, 07:59:44 PM
Having inadvertently bought those Chinese sockets which arrived today i had to rectify the situation by buying an American made tool.
Found this for $12 at the hardware store.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kgcGcz07/IMG-20191029-162541826.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cvvd191z)
(https://i.postimg.cc/sD3RcxsZ/IMG-20191029-162556991.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JtYg71y1)
I've always liked Western Forge produced tools.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: GreyOwl on October 30, 2019, 11:32:20 PM
More photos of the Goodell-Pratt drill

Almost looks like a Ford car window crank on that drill :)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on October 31, 2019, 10:13:55 AM
More photos of the Goodell-Pratt drill

Almost looks like a Ford car window crank on that drill :)

Dual purpose ;D
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: highland512 on November 01, 2019, 08:28:38 AM
old school cordless.

I was discussing AR mods at work and one of the guys asked if I had a roll pin punch kit??? Didn't know they made such a thing but I got one ordered straight away. I'm kicking my butt for not getting one of these years ago.

They sure make AR assembly much easier.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on November 01, 2019, 02:16:13 PM
House brand impact sockets from Supercheap Autos. No COO on them so probably Chinese, but stout and well made. $69 less 15% with trade card.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191101/48f2d4fc58d4a906157c98327577add5.jpg)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on November 02, 2019, 09:04:08 PM
new toolbag from a buddy
(https://i.imgur.com/f3FeH0e.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on November 06, 2019, 11:24:01 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/75ZdrFNH/IMG-20191104-210840-02-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/75ZdrFNH)
(https://i.postimg.cc/xNVBrq6h/IMG_20191104_210840_01[1].jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xNVBrq6h)

This came yesterday. The open end is extra thick and of course the other end is a line wrench. It is 14mm. Handy for the brake lines on  my car, the exhaust manifolds are also 14mm on it. Been hunting one and this one came to the house for under $15 shipped.

(https://i.postimg.cc/py8t0Ms3/IMG_20190727_164445[1].jpg) (https://postimg.cc/py8t0Ms3)
This one came a couple weeks ago. I'm a powrcraft guy as my dad bought that brand so I pick it uyp when I see a decent deal. It is a 1" micrometer. Can't have too many of them, haha.

(https://i.postimg.cc/QHX0HcYK/WP_20181230_16_28_27_Pro.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QHX0HcYK)
Not really a hand tool,  but Handy none the less. If you work on stuff nothing worse than having to string out some wires and such to test a relay. This thing was like $12 shipped(from our friends over there). Works great.

Also a shout out for the lifetime warranty on this level. Ive had it at least twenty yrs and went to use it and the vial seemed low. I emailed em and they asked a few questions and sent me another one. Good stuff!
(https://i.postimg.cc/WhCWxdtn/IMG-20191002-185438-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WhCWxdtn)
(https://i.postimg.cc/c61b3qVQ/IMG_20191002_185433[1].jpg) (https://postimg.cc/c61b3qVQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/qgmZXbTW/IMG_20191002_185447[1].jpg) (https://postimg.cc/qgmZXbTW)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 15, 2019, 05:53:28 PM
Bought a few work related things today.
I keep a small selection tools loose in my backpack, and finally decided to pick up a little tool pouch to keep them in. Of course they only come in packs of 3 but I didn't know which size I needed anyways.
I also picked up the last pair of WF needlenose pliers they had, and a new stubby #2 because I used my original to make a stubby bit driver.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BvSZWSLQ/IMG-20191115-150340542.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fVPQmhf6)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8ztczfVr/IMG-20191115-150705535.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DS4nCZ02)

(https://i.postimg.cc/900jmbyD/IMG-20191115-150745016.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Kk6WQnqb)
[url=https://postimg.cc/2q6cdHxM](https://i.postimg.cc/KY762w3G/IMG-20191115-161235566.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
I'm a maintainence worker at a 24hr fast food restaurant, my job description doesn't require fixing things but everything is falling apart around there so I often have to end up performing minor fixes or repairs to get get on with the rest of my work. Basically just tightening loose things so they don't rattle themselves apart or other such small tasks.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 23, 2019, 03:08:40 PM
All of the Channellock stuff I ordered for my minor electrical kit ( still have a #2 stubby on its way ) and the other two Deadnuts generously sent me.
(https://i.postimg.cc/HkfSG8Sx/IMG-20191223-122438900.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tsNdWJGQ)
I wanna keep my little electrical kit blue for now , but since those Hunters crimp at the end and strip behind the jaws next to the handles I could find I prefer them and either add or swap them.
I'm not planning on tons of electrical work by any means , but this kit should get me through.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MG5j7hjS/IMG-20191223-125313803.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y449kD3n)
( The pouch plus GB voltage tester and outlet checker you can barely see were purchased last week BTW )
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Papaw on December 23, 2019, 06:22:23 PM
Didn't buy this Irwin 10CR Vise Grip. It was my score in a Secret Santa deal.
Irwin, made in China- 10 inch Vise Grip, fast release.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on December 24, 2019, 02:29:16 PM
Pneumatic Tool Day

Dynabrade 6k rpm grinder off dabay for under $40 delivered. Not as powerful as my Atlas Copco LSV38's, but still great HP to weight ratio.

(https://i.imgur.com/XgFNajfl.jpg?1)

I almost feel guilty about this deal. I was looking up plate bevelers at work, thinking about getting a small one. Accidentally came across this on on amazon. The amazon algorithm had dumped the price to nothing like occasionally happens. Got on my phone and ordered it for myself. I was surprised it shipped, as they usually cancel my orders on the super deals.

Made in Japan. It cuts a radius instead of a straight bevel, but I can't complain.

(https://i.imgur.com/YOyXpkPl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/XB9D18vl.jpg)

Reg price is about $1k
(https://i.imgur.com/mscMyOsl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on December 24, 2019, 03:01:50 PM
Great scores there Greyson. How do you find that graph?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on December 24, 2019, 03:14:23 PM
https://camelcamelcamel.com/

Just paste the URL of any amazon item in the search bar on that website and it will show you the price history. Amazon prices constantly change based on a whole bunch of factors. When they have one left int he warehouse, no sales of that item for a long time, and few views on it a s well, the price will drop off considerably to clear the stock.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on December 24, 2019, 03:16:49 PM
Was cruising Ebay last night when a proto puller set jumped into my cart.... :-[ somehow it got ordered and will be available for photos Saturday... ;D
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on December 25, 2019, 04:52:47 PM
My latest
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on December 26, 2019, 10:10:03 PM
Picked these up today.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel 7-1/4 cordless circular saw, promo at HD for free XC8.0 battery with purchase of select tools. I wanted to get the saw anyway, but a free $169 battery? Yes please!

Can't wait to try these out.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 27, 2019, 01:21:07 AM
Ok, now Its getting ridiculous.
I just bought a Channellock branded Camillus #27 electricians knife for my electrical kit, don't need it but figured since I was going with a Channellock theme I might as well go all out  ;D
It was only $20 on eBay and it's unused which is even better, too bad it's the standard black scales and not some cool blue ones.
I've already got a standard #27 with brown grips I carry and use a decent amount because they're just a useful handy utilitarian knife, but that one was used some while this one is not.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on December 27, 2019, 09:25:26 AM
Picked these up today.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel 7-1/4 cordless circular saw, promo at HD for free XC8.0 battery with purchase of select tools. I wanted to get the saw anyway, but a free $169 battery? Yes please!

Can't wait to try these out.

The wife tried to get me the Makita promotional set which has 2 4.0 batteries with a charger and bag and get a free bonus tool and I wanted the 6-1/2" circular saw. They are out of stock in the stores and online. Our local store was supposed to have some arrive on a truck yesterday and when I called this morning they didn't come in and are due the 30th. I called another store and every store in the district is out of stock as it is a very popular promotion. Bah humbug.

I did get a new welding helmet from the wife though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 27, 2019, 07:46:10 PM
small Tekton haul, gonna use em at work
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 27, 2019, 09:38:29 PM
small Tekton haul, gonna use em at work
Those screwdrivers look nice, where are they made ?
and those little ignition pliers are cool too, same price but I'm sure a little bit more available in stores than the standard Wilde #G250.
I've been meaning to pick up a set of those.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on December 28, 2019, 03:26:16 AM

The wife tried to get me the Makita promotional set which has 2 4.0 batteries with a charger and bag and get a free bonus tool and I wanted the 6-1/2" circular saw. They are out of stock in the stores and online. Our local store was supposed to have some arrive on a truck yesterday and when I called this morning they didn't come in and are due the 30th. I called another store and every store in the district is out of stock as it is a very popular promotion. Bah humbug.

I did get a new welding helmet from the wife though.

Sorry it didn't work out. Your process sounds more logical than mine though lol, hopefully you find one.

I just walked into Home Depot to return a Skil corded saw my BIL got me for Christmas. I felt a little bad, but I am fairly certain he has seen and used the perfectly fine corded Milwaukee I already owned lol.

I have thought about getting a cordless in the past and didn't, but the timing was just right this time. I saw the sign for the promo on an end cap. A quick Google search and I didn't see any lower prices, and that was it.

The M18 Fuel saw was $249 normal price, the XC8.0 battery $169 normally, free on promo. Plus I had the store credit from the Skil.

One thing that sucks is the standard M18 charger takes FOREVER to charge this battery. I see Milwaukee has a rapid charger, like Dewalt. Great, something else to buy...
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on December 28, 2019, 09:27:25 AM
My latest

Hey Pep, are those drivers old school screw starters or awls or what? Can't really make out the details from the pick.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on December 28, 2019, 09:31:46 AM
They do run the best promotions this time of year. I am happy with my Makita tools but one battery won't take a charge anymore and it sucks swapping around batteries when doing a job. I don't really want to get into another brand of tools.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on December 28, 2019, 09:32:52 AM
Picked these up today.
Milwaukee M18 Fuel 7-1/4 cordless circular saw, promo at HD for free XC8.0 battery with purchase of select tools. I wanted to get the saw anyway, but a free $169 battery? Yes please!

Can't wait to try these out.
Thats a great tool and the battery makes it even better.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on December 28, 2019, 03:14:00 PM
Pawapw, that reversible drill is outstanding! Sealed gear case filled with grease?   8)

And slipknot those roll pin punches are also pretty cool. I, too, never knew such a thing existed. I guess I've just been a backyard yokel my whole life and took out roll pins with regular punches.  :-[
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 28, 2019, 07:55:59 PM
Pawapw, that reversible drill is outstanding! Sealed gear case filled with grease?   8)

And slipknot those roll pin punches are also pretty cool. I, too, never knew such a thing existed. I guess I've just been a backyard yokel my whole life and took out roll pins with regular punches.  :-[
Still gotta get me some roll pin punches, was gonna get a whole set but realized I'd be better off just getting the most common sized used in the majority of vintage American multi strike airguns.
I think 5/32 , 3/16, and maybe 3/32 or so would probably do it, not 100% on those roll pin sizes though.
Gotta have them for my AG smithing tool kit.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on December 29, 2019, 12:09:21 PM
Pawapw, that reversible drill is outstanding! Sealed gear case filled with grease?   8)

And slipknot those roll pin punches are also pretty cool. I, too, never knew such a thing existed. I guess I've just been a backyard yokel my whole life and took out roll pins with regular punches.  :-[
Still gotta get me some roll pin punches, was gonna get a whole set but realized I'd be better off just getting the most common sized used in the majority of vintage American multi strike airguns.
I think 5/32 , 3/16, and maybe 3/32 or so would probably do it, not 100% on those roll pin sizes though.
Gotta have them for my AG smithing tool kit.

Honestly I've found that roll pins aren't a necessary daily item for me. Sure, I'd love to have a removal kit for all the ones I have to take out on the occasional repair jobs that come in, but I don't use them for my normal work.

Now, an O-ring repair kit - that's a necessary item!  ;)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on December 29, 2019, 09:08:40 PM
I've been curious about one of these Swedish pipe wrenches since I first saw them. One thing is for sure...they will take a little bit of getting used to. Seem well-made like everything else Knipex I own. This is the 12" pair.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on December 30, 2019, 04:06:10 AM
Snap on has pliers very similar to those.  The guys who take the time to learn how to use them love them, otherwise they hate them.  They sell fast when I get them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on December 30, 2019, 05:37:51 AM
I've been curious about one of these Swedish pipe wrenches since I first saw them. One thing is for sure...they will take a little bit of getting used to. Seem well-made like everything else Knipex I own. This is the 12" pair.
Do they lock on like vise grips? or are they just like a pipe wrench
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on December 30, 2019, 07:52:43 AM
Found this tool board at the Habitat store.  Just added some adjustables for the pic.  I have dozens of Crescents and other brands but so far no Blackhawks, but hey am not too particular.  Now to find wall space in the shop.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on December 30, 2019, 08:40:54 AM
I've been curious about one of these Swedish pipe wrenches since I first saw them. One thing is for sure...they will take a little bit of getting used to. Seem well-made like everything else Knipex I own. This is the 12" pair.
Do they lock on like vise grips? or are they just like a pipe wrench

Excellent question and I don't know about the knipex but the Snap on's don't appear to.  Just checked out the ones I have.

Here is a link  https://shop.snapon.com/product/Pliers-Wrenches/21-1-2%22-Plier-Wrench/PWZ3
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 30, 2019, 01:58:21 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/hvDWCgsJ/IMG-20191230-115438934.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YGss95Jk)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on December 30, 2019, 06:44:56 PM
I've been curious about one of these Swedish pipe wrenches since I first saw them. One thing is for sure...they will take a little bit of getting used to. Seem well-made like everything else Knipex I own. This is the 12" pair.
Do they lock on like vise grips? or are they just like a pipe wrench

They don't lock like vise grips, but they are different than a pipe wrench, because you can open them up like pliers. That was one of the things i was curious about. I'll do an update when I use them. The teeth do bite, like cobras.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on December 30, 2019, 06:54:26 PM
I've got a pair of the Bahco pliers. once you figure out how to use them you will love them. :-*
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on December 31, 2019, 10:41:50 AM
I've been curious about one of these Swedish pipe wrenches since I first saw them. One thing is for sure...they will take a little bit of getting used to. Seem well-made like everything else Knipex I own. This is the 12" pair.

Those are interesting. never seen them before.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 01, 2020, 06:59:24 PM
Bought a nailer from HF(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200102/3381f958f23206ffdbf36f84228d5586.jpg)

Sent from the twisted mind of the Mudman

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 01, 2020, 11:25:30 PM
Gave the Channellock #420 out of my house / go box to my uncle when we were visiting for the holiday today, so I stopped at Walmart on the way home and grabbed another #420 / #426 combo pack. Was there to grab a few groceries and some C02 cartridges so I went ahead and grabbed them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on January 02, 2020, 01:09:04 PM
Gave the Channellock #420 out of my house / go box to my uncle when we were visiting for the holiday today, so I stopped at Walmart on the way home and grabbed another #420 / #426 combo pack. Was there to grab a few groceries and some C02 cartridges so I went ahead and grabbed them.

No pix?

(https://i.postimg.cc/9RGHhS7v/IMG-20191204-183551.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9RGHhS7v)
Couldn't pass this up at the lowe's. Missing two but I didn't care when I turned it over and saw the price.Im not a fan of chinesium craftsman but I figured for some gimme screwdrivers to hand out if someone needs to "borrow" one this is a great deal.

(https://i.postimg.cc/rdRLhzFy/IMG-20191204-183559.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdRLhzFy)

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on January 12, 2020, 03:56:23 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/d7gLHjB2/IMG-20200111-152056-1.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/d7gLHjB2)

This chinesium is getting cheaper and has drawn me in again. These are 200 pc socket assortments. I've been looking at them at $79 but couldn't pull the trigger. But at $59 each I couldn't resist. Got one for me one for my son and one for the son in law. I'll make mine into the travel set and retire the craftsman I've carried for about thirty yrs. I hope they are half as good as the craftsman. Gonna get some $.99 rails at the harbor freight and another 50 cal ammo box and make it the carry along. Just need a couple hf ratchets.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 12, 2020, 10:25:32 PM
Forgot the pictures, but I picked up two of the Wilde made Walmart / Hyper Tough automotive pry bars. I'll get pictures tomorrow.
The largest one and the smallest one, plus a set of small magnetic parts bowl things for my Airgun service kit.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on January 13, 2020, 12:38:04 AM
What sizes do they have at your Wal-Mart? The one near me only stocks 2 sizes, 14 and 18" iirc.

I bought the Masterforce brand 3 bar set at Menards, same but green handles. I bought my BIL the same set but Craftsman back when the local Sears Hardware was still open, he has beat the snot out of those, they are good bars. I myself have an older Craftsman red grip non-strike cap 24" that I've used at work for years. All Wilde. Good stuff.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on January 13, 2020, 11:43:15 AM
Junk shop shopping,  saw very little that tripped my trigger, then went back and  grabbed these two SK Electrolite, and the Pennens.   Have two more Pennens  that also have paint smeared on them.  Guess I am on my way to another  collection?   Tiny Stanley plane that seems to be all Stainless,  have not searched for details on it.  This and some hardware set me back two or three dollars. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on January 13, 2020, 01:08:11 PM
Junk shop shopping,  saw very little that tripped my trigger, then went back and  grabbed these two SK Electrolite, and the Pennens.   Have two more Pennens  that also have paint smeared on them.  Guess I am on my way to another  collection?   Tiny Stanley plane that seems to be all Stainless,  have not searched for details on it.  This and some hardware set me back two or three dollars.

That Penens has the depressed center section like I like on the JP Danielson Controlled Steel wrenches. Any connection?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 13, 2020, 06:34:46 PM
What sizes do they have at your Wal-Mart? The one near me only stocks 2 sizes, 14 and 18" iirc.

I bought the Masterforce brand 3 bar set at Menards, same but green handles. I bought my BIL the same set but Craftsman back when the local Sears Hardware was still open, he has beat the snot out of those, they are good bars. I myself have an older Craftsman red grip non-strike cap 24" that I've used at work for years. All Wilde. Good stuff.
They have all 4 sizes I believe.
So far I've bought the 8" and the 26".
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 13, 2020, 06:37:04 PM
Here's the stuff I've bought the last few weeks, minus the channellocks which everyone has seen before and I don't need to picture.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NfQy5dc8/IMG-20200113-160339673.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Z0DYQF00)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on January 13, 2020, 09:38:14 PM
Those magnetic bowls are so nice for small parts when working on a project.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 13, 2020, 11:38:55 PM
Those magnetic bowls are so nice for small parts when working on a project.
I've got a slightly larger one around somewhere that I got as a teenager, but I kept in on my workbench and it got so covered in metal shavings and stuff that I could not find a good way to remove and kind of stopped using it.
If I put the little round one in the garage I'll keep it in a sandwich bag.

The longer one I wanted specifically for my Airgun service kit I put together.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 18, 2020, 06:54:39 PM
No pics for today because the sun's going down, but I went to the swap meet today.

Walked away with something from Vaughan , Plumb, Proto, Utica, Pexto, Bernard, Klein ,and Hapewe.
Plus a Radio Flyer wagon.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on January 18, 2020, 10:03:29 PM
A couple new additions today. I just realized I've never before bought either one new, always got by with used. Already used both, I give them an initial pass. Scooped both up at HD.

Ames True Temper ergo snow shovel, "made in USA with global components." ::) is Ames part of Stanley now??  ::)

It has a hard nylon rub strip on the bottom, not cheesy metal. I'm moving and have a Trex front deck at the new place, plus a bit of sidewalk, I won't be doing a lot of square footage with it. Should last decent.

Next up, Ridgid no. HD1200 wet/dry 12 gallon shop vac, 5 hp. Seems stronger than an older Ridgid I've used, but the handle and little wings used to store the hose seem flimsy. Im definitely registering for the lifetime warranty. This is their smallest model to offer the 2-1/2" diameter locking hose. I think it will be fine for home use.

I was also surprised to see it is made in Mexico. North America is better than China.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 18, 2020, 10:14:31 PM
I also bought some stuff yesterday and have some stuff at the post office to pick up Monday.

I'll post yesterday's purchases and today's swap mean purchases tomorrow after work.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 19, 2020, 04:09:14 PM
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Picked up the easy sorter tray at HF on Friday.
(https://i.postimg.cc/KvXr4dZY/IMG-20200119-141236302.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hhr75ZQF)


I actually bought a nice Starrett hacksaw but I took it and traded it to my grandmother for this Klein, it was the first hacksaw I used and I logged a lot of hours behind it as a teenager so naturally I wanted it.
I know I'd eventually inherit it, but id rather have it now.

The Bernards I'm definitely happy about, wanted a pair for a long time , got them the really nice PEXTO's and the NOS Utica Dykes for $20.
The Proto Ball peen I spotted from a mile away and got it in a deal with the Hacksaw.
Can't remember what the Vaughan 999 costed, the HAPEWE auto kit pliers were $1 and the Plumb hatchet was $5.
I probably overpaid at $8 for the Stanley 50ft.

Oh and I also got a Radio Flyer wagon too, it's got a healthy layer of fresh orange rust inside but it's not rusted through or anything.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on January 19, 2020, 04:35:55 PM
DN, can't beat the ridgid vac for the money.  Quiet, powerful and they last.  I see them in detail shops and they use them hard. I have 2 at the shop.  One for dry and 1 for wet.

Hickory,  hacksaw frame is a great tool.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 19, 2020, 05:28:39 PM
DN, can't beat the ridgid vac for the money.  Quiet, powerful and they last.  I see them in detail shops and they use them hard. I have 2 at the shop.  One for dry and 1 for wet.

Hickory,  hacksaw frame is a great tool.
Never used another I liked as much , and that Starrett seemed like a real winner but I gladly traded.
It was an older k145 like this
(https://i.postimg.cc/3w48wdrt/183050339-starrett-k153-high-tension-hacksaw-frame-with-closed.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on January 19, 2020, 05:30:29 PM
picked up a few misc items this weekend
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on January 19, 2020, 08:33:46 PM
I'm going to need to swap out quite a few bushings in my trans overhaul and didn't want to booger any up using sockets so I ordered me a real driver set.

Now I'll see what I've been missing using sockets all these years.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on January 20, 2020, 09:52:56 AM
That is a great looking set you got slip. What brand is that very complete set?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on January 20, 2020, 04:23:18 PM
Elroy placed an order today with Grainger on a close-out item. It's Grainger part number 6NX26 that identifies a 7" diameter green silicon carbide grinding wheel. List price of $52.25

https://www.grainger.com/product/WESTWARD-Type-1-Silicon-Carbide-Straight-6NX26

Sale price: $8.16  >:(

That's good deal. They still have a few in the system if anyone is interested. Act now or forever hold your peace.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on January 20, 2020, 05:18:47 PM
Thanks for the heads up on the wheel. I use 7x1x1 silicon carbide wheels on a Baldor grinder for sharpening tooling. My wheels are in great shape but I'll let the wife know in case they need any at the shop.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on January 20, 2020, 08:30:07 PM
That is a great looking set you got slip. What brand is that very complete set?


https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07CNQB3M2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Amazon special... Orion motor tech?  I used it a couple of times today. worked pretty well once I figured how to use it. as usual with amazon stuff, no instructions included. :-[

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 21, 2020, 03:16:00 PM
Got my NOS Chapman Bit ratchet in, based on the box I'm assuming it's older but knowing how it often goes with old companies like Chapman I'll bet they continued the use of classic style packaging for quite some time.
It's probably not as old as the packaging might suggest.
(https://i.postimg.cc/D08Tm8Sj/IMG-20200121-125216301.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/m1fq5ZNC)
(https://i.postimg.cc/bJFXXpmQ/IMG-20200121-125237764.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1n67whht)

I also got these Proto adapters in, now I just need some wrenches to use them in.
(https://i.postimg.cc/J4C8R41q/IMG-20200121-130734060.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/14B2HSVn)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 21, 2020, 08:18:37 PM
I just ordered the little bit spinner from Chapman.
$1.50 is very reasonable, but the shipping was $4  :-\
Probably should have looked for some kind of bit I needed, I know I could use a #1 Robertson for taking apart and adjusting the sights on modern clamshell Crosman rifles but i wasn't even thinking about that.

BTW the Chapman set will be going into my Airgun service kit.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 24, 2020, 03:28:10 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/vDRmycYZ/IMG-20200124-125059224.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/H82m4W8q)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on January 25, 2020, 11:53:58 AM
That new (...ok used) welder (...errr plasma) smell in the shop. Hypertherm Powermax 1250 off cl. Goofy tweakers couldn't make it arc because the consumables were so trashed. $1k Cash on the barrel head made the deal. Just cleaned ebay out for consumables and almost doubled the price of the machine  :o

Now I just have to get the rotten idea of a cnc table out of my head.

(https://i.imgur.com/rpJ4T0Vl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on January 25, 2020, 01:24:29 PM
Nice, I really would like a plasma but just cant justify the cost with how much I would use it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on January 30, 2020, 03:19:33 PM
Elroy placed an order today with Grainger on a close-out item. It's Grainger part number 6NX26 that identifies a 7" diameter green silicon carbide grinding wheel. List price of $52.25

https://www.grainger.com/product/WESTWARD-Type-1-Silicon-Carbide-Straight-6NX26

Sale price: $8.16  >:(

That's good deal. They still have a few in the system if anyone is interested. Act now or forever hold your peace.

While not exactly tool oriented, Elroy wishes to advise that recent review of the "close-out" sections at Grainger has yielded addition economical purchases.
As an example, Elroy took delivery on part number 2EU55 at a cost of......................................42 Cents

https://www.grainger.com/product/GRAINGER-APPROVED-10-24-Machine-Screw-2EU55

Note the original list cost of $9.50
These deals remain available if one wishes to expend the effort.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on January 30, 2020, 03:45:05 PM
Well that is certainly a smoking deal
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on January 30, 2020, 04:55:04 PM
as elroy stated, grainger often has some smokin good clearance deals. sadly it is more often than not bend over and apply lube at normal grainger price.  :040:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on January 31, 2020, 07:05:05 PM
I've had a chance to give the bushing driver set a workout and so far so good... BUT.. one small problems has cropped up. The little screws they use to hold the driver together is too weak for the usage. As seen in the pics the Allen cavity leaves very little metal left at the head area. A slight hit with the hammer and the head breaks and the inner driver falls free. I think a regular bolt will correct the problem, just gotta find a short metric.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on January 31, 2020, 08:06:15 PM
That looks like it would break off and drop deep into the bowels of something right when you need to to least. I have nightmares about stuff like that.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 04, 2020, 05:20:00 PM
Thought I could use these for upcoming project.


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Post by: muddy on February 04, 2020, 08:04:02 PM
Thought I could use these for upcoming project.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 05, 2020, 06:15:55 PM
new hammer
(https://i.imgur.com/li1uLx8.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on February 06, 2020, 03:00:03 AM
Ahhhh, the dead blow gavel :cool2:

Every judge and auctioneer should have one

I like it
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on February 06, 2020, 11:36:41 AM
expect some new writeups......
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 06, 2020, 01:03:43 PM
Videos of the hang tag would be great.  :)) :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 06, 2020, 01:27:44 PM
Thought I could use these for upcoming project.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on February 06, 2020, 03:29:41 PM
Thought I could use these for upcoming project.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: strik9 on February 07, 2020, 07:35:53 AM
Not a buy as much as a build.
I made a stick of crap pipe into a bike repair stand and painted it up.  Showed it off to a bike shop guy and he asked to buy it.
So I sold it.

Then this week made a better one out of new pipe and have to finish the clamp and paint it.   And I will sell it to if asked and my price is met.  This one won't go cheap.

(still working on that picture thing, my phones aren't doing it)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 08, 2020, 09:20:55 AM
I went to the Chinese buffet for lunch and bought this for $29 with a coupon. A little pricey but it is bright, rechargeable, and I can always charge my phone with it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: strik9 on February 09, 2020, 10:09:09 AM
A picture of the better bike repair stand.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 15, 2020, 07:44:57 PM
I bought these because mine have seen better days. And I have to measure these to get the right ones I hope.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 15, 2020, 07:51:53 PM
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on February 17, 2020, 04:45:09 PM
Not new but Knipex goodness in every size they make. 5 inch to 22 inch(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200217/261e200441c335fa2d94a72e1990be65.jpg)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on February 17, 2020, 07:27:41 PM
Nice. I've really been amazed that they are almost completely corrosion resistant. Here along the Gulf coast even the fog is salty and my Knipex have been left out on several nights and they still have zero rust on them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on February 17, 2020, 08:56:39 PM
Ames 2683000
4" scraper/chopper, 53" handle
Made in USA
$18.98 at HD

Bought this for ice chopping duty at my new place.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 17, 2020, 09:35:07 PM
Dang, Walrus, that Knipex collection is sweet!  :great:

I didn't know they made all those sizes.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on February 18, 2020, 05:11:36 AM
Ooooooooo,,,,, liking that knipex family shot. 

Think i have them all but might be one size i don't, third from right.

Walrus, did you just get them all at once?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on February 18, 2020, 06:01:23 AM
Nice. I've really been amazed that they are almost completely corrosion resistant. Here along the Gulf coast even the fog is salty and my Knipex have been left out on several nights and they still have zero rust on them.
Mine are outside all the time as thats where they get used. Throw them back into service truck and off to the next job.

Fats, no I bought them over time. The 8" ones and 12" ones get used the most. The biggest ones 22" I just got a few months ago. Best water pump pliers made. Knipex needle nose are awesome also but their diagonal cutters aren't that great. Not sure why their dikes don't cut wire easily but they don't.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on February 18, 2020, 07:35:19 AM
Walrus, haven't noticed the issue with the dykes but you cut a whole lot more wire then I do so I will bow to your experience. 

What dykes do you like?

I have had good luck with Channelock dykes, and have a pair of cornwell that I really like but not sure who made them. 

I have really come to like flush cut dykes for cutting wire ties. 

Snappy dykes seem to work ok but one style of their high leverage ones don't seem to be as good.  My employee has had 2 or 3 pair of the same ones and none have lasted.  He gave up and the Snappy man gave him something else.

As to the Knipex cobras, we are on the same page, they are the best period.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on February 18, 2020, 03:11:31 PM
Walrus, haven't noticed the issue with the dykes but you cut a whole lot more wire then I do so I will bow to your experience. 
I've used Channellock and Kleins. Both work great.  I don't lose a lot of tools but dykes never stay around very long. I was on a gas station canopy a while back and found a pair I left up there years ago. Promptly lost them again  :D
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 18, 2020, 06:41:38 PM
got a couple items from Ideal last week.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 19, 2020, 09:25:55 AM
Ames 2683000
4" scraper/chopper, 53" handle
Made in USA
$18.98 at HD

Bought this for ice chopping duty at my new place.

That gives me calluses just looking at it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 19, 2020, 09:39:32 AM
Thought I could use these for upcoming project.


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I am glad I bought these, or at least the Gear Wrench tightener. I left the cv axle attached to the hub and replaced the boots under the mini. ( will probably remove the complete axle on the other side if needed). It tightened the clamp and cut it of perfectly. Things usually don’t go like that for me. There is even less room in there than the pics suggest.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 19, 2020, 05:37:28 PM
These dasco sets are a great value and handy to have around.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bNGtRFYR/IMG-20200219-152708580.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9rh0mb74)

In my experience the backs of their punches are very soft while the tips are perfectly fine, their pry bars are plenty tough in my experience as well.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on February 19, 2020, 07:55:55 PM
Those Dasco sets are a great value at Walmart. I bought one last year that came with a bonus keychain bar that is 1/2" wide by 3" long. The wife promptly snagged the little bar.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 19, 2020, 09:04:20 PM
Those Dasco sets are a great value at Walmart. I bought one last year that came with a bonus keychain bar that is 1/2" wide by 3" long. The wife promptly snagged the little bar.
I've had one of the little bonus thumb bars in my belt pouch every day at work for the past year and recently got a second one for free.
I'm assuming someone was buying the set and it fell out of something, but I found one on the floor in the dog food isle and promptly scooped it up.
I went to the tool section and there was one set left which was not opened or anything.

They're a great little tool, and if they were to actually make them available for say $2.99 they would sell very well.
You can buy others of this size for cheap on line but I like my tools to be made by tool companies out of tool steel, not cheap stainless.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 19, 2020, 09:10:07 PM
Here's the one I use at work, and the other which I stripped the paint off of.
(https://i.postimg.cc/GhhtJxZk/IMG-20200219-190627535.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LhwmmL4X)
(https://i.postimg.cc/85mkL74K/IMG-20200219-190710166.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ftkhNT6m)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on February 20, 2020, 01:21:14 AM
Ames 2683000
4" scraper/chopper, 53" handle
Made in USA
$18.98 at HD

Bought this for ice chopping duty at my new place.

That gives me calluses just looking at it.

I don't have a large surface that needs scraped...but I just moved to a new house, it has a parking area right off of an alley. City plow trucks like to push up a wall of snow, which is inevitably frozen to the road (laughs at snow shovel).

I used a piece of scrap angle iron last time to bust up ice...think this will be an upgrade.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on February 20, 2020, 08:34:13 AM
Ames 2683000
4" scraper/chopper, 53" handle
Made in USA
$18.98 at HD

Bought this for ice chopping duty at my new place.

That gives me calluses just looking at it.

I don't have a large surface that needs scraped...but I just moved to a new house, it has a parking area right off of an alley. City plow trucks like to push up a wall of snow, which is inevitably frozen to the road (laughs at snow shovel).

I used a piece of scrap angle iron last time to bust up ice...think this will be an upgrade.

I would say that is an upgrade from angle iron. We don't have to worry about the plows pushing up a berm here as we usually won't see one until most the snow has melted. We are pretty far down the list of priorities.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 20, 2020, 02:30:46 PM
Modified the other Dasco mini thumb bar.
(https://i.postimg.cc/D05Z0PyR/IMG-20200220-122712131.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/m1zR6M9S)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 21, 2020, 06:53:57 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/28Tr3b0t/IMG-20200221-165216195.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kBVkp43N)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: strik9 on February 22, 2020, 04:50:57 AM
There hasn't been many tools that would change how I do my job in a long time. 
Getting back to the diesels had me needing a pocket wtench for batteries and odd bits so I picked up a good 6" in the right color.

Pretul isn't prestigious but they are well made. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 22, 2020, 06:42:34 PM
new Channellock adjustable
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on February 22, 2020, 07:04:18 PM
Those are thin jaws on the adjustable.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 22, 2020, 08:42:45 PM
yep!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 23, 2020, 05:09:50 PM
Picked up a couple things yesterday.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NLNGdpbW/IMG-20200223-145628360.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NLNGdpbW)
The cheap leather punch set Is nothing special, but I needed 'em and they get the job done.

The Craftsman bit ratchet is pretty nice, I'm still inclined to trust my American made Lang / Craftsman more but this one is smaller and lower profile.
It's a nice little tool nonetheless and you can't beat the $12 price.

It's not the same as the typical reverse gear or gearwrench type but it is also made in Taiwan.
Maybe it's the same as that one they used to sell at Walmart ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on March 05, 2020, 10:17:14 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/4HTzr1zJ/IMG_20200305_070722[1].jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4HTzr1zJ)

(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4J5s8xn/IMG-20200305-070753.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4J5s8xn)

(https://i.postimg.cc/HrPDQT8C/IMG-20200305-070743.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrPDQT8C)

My Harry Eppstein order arrived. Six ball pein hammers, California framing hammer, couple of files, pliers, cotter pin puller tool, a punch and some brake tools. Also got a Kobalt 3/8" drive ratchet from cripe, some tungstens for the tig, and some brass and stainless steel brushes for the tig from some ebay sellers.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 05, 2020, 12:23:47 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/4HTzr1zJ/IMG_20200305_070722[1].jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4HTzr1zJ)

(https://i.postimg.cc/Y4J5s8xn/IMG-20200305-070753.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4J5s8xn)

(https://i.postimg.cc/HrPDQT8C/IMG-20200305-070743.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/HrPDQT8C)

My Harry Eppstein order arrived. Six ball pein hammers, California framing hammer, couple of files, pliers, cotter pin puller tool, a punch and some brake tools. Also got a Kobalt 3/8" drive ratchet from cripe, some tungstens for the tig, and some brass and stainless steel brushes for the tig from some ebay sellers.
What a purchase.
Vaughan sure makes an excellent hammer for the money.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on March 05, 2020, 02:32:55 PM
https://www.harryepstein.com/grayvik-usa-redhandled-ballpein-hammer-set.html
Actually they are Grayvick brand hammers. Say made in usa so i'll take their word for it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on March 05, 2020, 05:12:19 PM
That's a nice set of hammers. if I didn't have 2 bucketfulls already I'd buy them. $60 is cheap for that set. :bravo_2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 05, 2020, 06:44:16 PM
https://www.harryepstein.com/grayvik-usa-redhandled-ballpein-hammer-set.html
Actually they are Grayvick brand hammers. Say made in usa so i'll take their word for it.
Made by Vaughan.
Notice how the blue paint is the exact same color found on Vaughan and Dasco pro branded tools, that's not how I know though.

They've been making stuff for grayvik for a while, the heads used to come painted black though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on March 06, 2020, 02:04:10 AM
https://www.harryepstein.com/grayvik-usa-redhandled-ballpein-hammer-set.html
Actually they are Grayvick brand hammers. Say made in usa so i'll take their word for it.
Made by Vaughan.
Notice how the blue paint is the exact same color found on Vaughan and Dasco pro branded tools, that's not how I know though.

They've been making stuff for grayvik for a while, the heads used to come painted black though.
vaughan makes nothing for  grayvik. vaughan make hammers for vaughan and those that do not pass inspection are shifted to the sideline and branded as grayvik. that doesn't mean a grayvik hammer is bad. it just means that a grayvik hammer may have a casting flaw, paint flaw or some other imperfection. a perfectly good hammer  that  will most likely perform like a vaughan  but may not be as pretty.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on March 06, 2020, 05:04:07 AM
vaughan make hammers for vaughan and those that do not pass inspection are shifted to the sideline and branded as grayvik.

  :stupid: Elroy wishes to call your attention to the fully painted peen.  :iagree:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 06, 2020, 07:56:54 AM
Yep, Gravik are seconds.  Mostly cosmetic
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on March 06, 2020, 11:37:24 AM
Yep, Gravik are seconds.  Mostly cosmetic

Definitely great looking hammers. I doubt i could pick out the flaws if given a specific sample.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on March 06, 2020, 05:28:00 PM
I'm betting the Vaughn seconds still beat any chinamese hamer by 10x
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 08, 2020, 06:44:09 PM
new Kleins, not on their website yet but released at Home Depot. A buddy found em for me.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 08, 2020, 09:57:50 PM
I'm betting the Vaughn seconds still beat any chinamese hamer by 10x
Definitely , and the defects are only cosmetic anyways.
I'm not sure they're allowed to knowingly sell a defective tool, so you'll get the same 1080 steel with the same proper heat treat and the same tight hang.

I've got a small scar on my cheek from a childhood incident where a cheap junk hammer I was using chipped, to this day I will not touch a crap import hammer.
 China, Taiwan , India, or Mexico ,forget it you couldn't pay me to take a hammer from one of these countries unless I was allowed to permanently dispose of it.
Call me snobbish or picky but I will never spend my hard earned money on a hammer unless it's American made ( nothing against europe I suppose ) and has a hickory handle, just a preference of mine that's never gonna change.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 17, 2020, 06:51:13 PM
hex key set was free from Klein Tradesman Club points (website)
orange prybar from CountyComm
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 17, 2020, 06:59:11 PM
hex key set was free from Klein Tradesman Club points (website)
orange prybar from CountyComm
Cool, never knew they offered those in Orange.
My choice is the little Dasco freebie thumb bar from the Walmart " 2pc set " ( they don't count the little one ) but those CountyComm bars are a bit nicer.

I ordered a a few more American made tools from HJE, I'll post them when they arrive.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 19, 2020, 04:34:21 PM
Here's channellocks smallest pliers, plus a nice awl from a company I've never heard of, and a replacement screwdriver for my current set out in the garage.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0jJNsv6R/IMG-20200319-125435146.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7Jw43pMm)
Bought the little ignition pliers for my 1/4 drivr set because they seemed like they'd come in handy.
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 19, 2020, 06:10:27 PM
where did you get the awl?
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Post by: skfarmer on March 19, 2020, 08:28:25 PM
epsteins is my guess.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on March 19, 2020, 09:08:30 PM
where did you get the awl?
Yep HJE.
It was only about $3 too, seems really well made.
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Post by: J.A.F.E. on March 19, 2020, 10:52:33 PM
C. S. Osborne has been around since the mid 1800's at least. They make/distribute a lot of specialty stuff like upholstery tools, leather tools, masonry tools, specialty stuff. Good solid tools. I have some canvas stretching pliers they make and stretched miles of canvas with them and they look like they've just come out of the box.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on March 19, 2020, 11:04:30 PM
C. S. Osborne has been around since the mid 1800's at least. They make/distribute a lot of specialty stuff like upholstery tools, leather tools, masonry tools, specialty stuff. Good solid tools. I have some canvas stretching pliers they make and stretched miles of canvas with them and they look like they've just come out of the box.
I figured they were likely an old company, thanks for the info.
I bought this awl for leather work.

HJE provided excellent service and fast shipping again.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on March 25, 2020, 03:25:39 PM
Saw this at the hardware for $10 and had to try it, I've never heard of 'em before and I'm a real sucker for long standing family owned American manufacturers.
(https://i.postimg.cc/QdB9ynSL/IMG-20200325-132010180.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0zsy6nLZ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/bw2rTSNp/IMG-20200325-132024824.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DSn7fZXM)
This thing works very well, and it's really smooth too.
Not good for watering the roses of course.
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Post by: Uncle Buck on March 25, 2020, 03:35:08 PM
That is a nice batch of tools there H&S.
I'm definitely happy, especially that the money got lost and was found then dropped off at the post office.
The two unexpected toss-ins are welcomed.
I've never seen another fingertip screwdriver just like this one and I think it's pretty cool.
If I had to guess based on the look of the tip / shank I'd guess Harold or Rosco as the manufacturer but it could have been anybody.


Years ago Snap-on sold that exact FT screwdriver in both straight and Phillips. I bought one of each and I doubt those are either Harold, or Rosco. I have no clue who made them but mine are twins to that one.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on March 25, 2020, 04:19:56 PM
That is a nice batch of tools there H&S.
I'm definitely happy, especially that the money got lost and was found then dropped off at the post office.
The two unexpected toss-ins are welcomed.
I've never seen another fingertip screwdriver just like this one and I think it's pretty cool.
If I had to guess based on the look of the tip / shank I'd guess Harold or Rosco as the manufacturer but it could have been anybody.


Years ago Snap-on sold that exact FT screwdriver in both straight and Phillips. I bought one of each and I doubt those are either Harold, or Rosco. I have no clue who made them but mine are twins to that one.
Interesting.
I found a picture online of a similar ( but not exact ) slightly nicer looking one with markings that I can't make out.
The picture directs you to piclick for an old New Britain clutch drive screwdriver so it's basically a dead end.
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Post by: pep on March 25, 2020, 10:28:14 PM
Not a hand tool but a performance tool  :-\
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Post by: hickory n Steel on March 26, 2020, 06:32:46 PM
Just got these Pratt-Read screwdrivers in, and first impressions are great.
(https://i.postimg.cc/gJYh67Hd/IMG-20200326-162629391.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nsPry0Ww)
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Post by: Heiny57 on March 29, 2020, 10:55:33 AM
PDR kit
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Post by: goodfellow on March 29, 2020, 11:30:31 AM
Not a big purchase, but I needed a long thin triangle security bit screwdriver for working on an heater. The case was secured with these damn things and a regular thick bit would not fit into the deep thin opening. Like most of you guys I have a ton of screwdrivers in many drive and bit sizes, but didn't have what it took to get this job done. So I went cheap - $10 from Amazon for a set of four. They arrived within two days and the job got done --

The quality is nothing spectacular -- cheap Chicom stuff.






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Post by: hickory n Steel on March 29, 2020, 09:18:32 PM
Not a big purchase, but I needed a long thin triangle security bit screwdriver for working on an heater. The case was secured with these damn things and a regular thick bit would not fit into the deep thin opening. Like most of you guys I have a ton of screwdrivers in many drive and bit sizes, but didn't have what it took to get this job done. So I went cheap - $10 from Amazon for a set of four. They arrived within two days and the job got done --

The quality is nothing spectacular -- cheap Chicom stuff.
They certainly look pretty cheap, but at least they got the job done.
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Post by: fatfillup on March 30, 2020, 08:11:00 AM
GF, triangular bit?  don't think I have seen those before.
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Post by: DeadNutz on March 30, 2020, 08:25:34 AM
GF, triangular bit?  don't think I have seen those before.

Those tri-wing screws are a pain and considered a security bit. I had to go to HF and buy a security bit set to get the one I needed. The coffee maker sprung a leak and a hose had come loose inside. After I bought the bits I ran into the problem of a deep reach inside the housing and the hole was too small for my bit drivers. The only bit driver that fit down the hole was my Klein and just barely. The job would of been a piece of cake with a set of the drivers GF bought.

How about a link to that set Ray? I went nuts searching for those on Amazon as most results returned the set for working on Nintendo games.
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Post by: Barks on March 30, 2020, 09:09:53 AM
We've had some luck very carefully enlarging the hole in the plastic with a slightly larger drill bit until an on-hand tool would fit in the hole. Very carefully.
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Post by: goodfellow on March 30, 2020, 09:30:33 AM
GF, triangular bit?  don't think I have seen those before.

Those tri-wing screws are a pain and considered a security bit. I had to go to HF and buy a security bit set to get the one I needed. The coffee maker sprung a leak and a hose had come loose inside. After I bought the bits I ran into the problem of a deep reach inside the housing and the hole was too small for my bit drivers. The only bit driver that fit down the hole was my Klein and just barely. The job would of been a piece of cake with a set of the drivers GF bought.

How about a link to that set Ray? I went nuts searching for those on Amazon as most results returned the set for working on Nintendo games.

Yeah -- the bits come in most security sets such as the cheap HF and Craftsman offerings, but as has been mentioned, quite often the screws are buried so far down in recessed component bosses that a bit driver handle shank is too thick to get the bit down into position. Hence a true thin screwdriver shank is needed. The triangular design is a common security fastener used in Chicom household electronics equipment. They are usually interspersed with common phillips and/or secure Torx fasteners.

In my case the rear cover of the heater I was working on was fastened with eight screws -- six Phillips and two Tringle head screws. The triangle screws were set into the deepest access channels making it impossible to get at with a bit driver. 

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07H3RD2Y4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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Post by: DeadNutz on March 30, 2020, 11:38:39 AM
Thanks for the link GF. :great:
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Post by: TacticalFun on April 01, 2020, 11:40:11 AM
Some special pliers.  Any guesses to what they do?(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200401/a23205c8aca9ffc6bcf0952dc974e730.jpg)

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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 02, 2020, 04:15:28 PM
Got a Chapman order in today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/PxhRBLMH/IMG-20200402-124139749.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3sdtZ8p)
I thought the little 3/4" spacer seemed like a good idea, but with it the extension does not fit into the ratchet very well.

I did come up with something though.
Pulled the handle off the stubby, slid the spacer collar on and put it back together.
It spins freely and should be great for spinning screws out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BvK7V59t/IMG-20200402-135850610.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/f3Mv39bh)

There's still a standard bit or two I need, as well as a Robertson or two which I keep forgetting about but I'll order them eventually. This is all for personal airgun smithing BTW.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 02, 2020, 04:20:26 PM
Oh yeah, I was looking all over for this thread and couldn't find it.
I'm glad to see that this thread of mine was stickied.
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Post by: DeadNutz on April 02, 2020, 06:47:09 PM
I needed a crimping tool to do the welder leads. I got this hammer crimper from Tractor Supply and it made it to the store in 5 or 6 days which was worth it to have the free shipping. Of course I checked the clearance items and scored.
I got a Dewalt 14" chopsaw blade for $5.09 and a 3 pack of Mibro chopsaw blades for $7.22 which was nearly 60% off.
Also a Mibro 6x3/4x1" grinder wheel for $4.67 which is a good emergency wheel at nearly 60% off along with 3 Mibro 4-1/2" x 1/8" depressed center masonry wheels for $.67 which was over 75% off. I do love their clearance items.
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Post by: gtermini on April 02, 2020, 10:28:41 PM
That's a nice little haul of handy consumables.
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Post by: torqueman2002 on April 03, 2020, 09:56:34 AM
I've been restoring a Baldor and a Craftsman grinder. Some of these are tools, and others are consumables, but they are all going towards the rebuilds.

Heyco connector pliers
Maglite LED flash light.
Wire wheels
Arbor spacers
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 03, 2020, 12:56:12 PM
I've been restoring a Baldor and a Craftsman grinder. Some of these are tools, and others are consumables, but they are all going towards the rebuilds.

Heyco connector pliers
Maglite LED flash light.
Wire wheels
Arbor spacers
That's an LED Maglite right ?
What model ?

I love Maglite and always will, but I will say that they do kind of fall behind a bit.
I wish they would start using some of the more efficient recent series of Cree LED's and update the quality of their reflectors to.eliminate artifacts and haloing of the beam.
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Post by: torqueman2002 on April 03, 2020, 02:02:12 PM
That's an LED Maglite right ?
What model ?

I love Maglite and always will, but I will say that they do kind of fall behind a bit.
I wish they would start using some of the more efficient recent series of Cree LED's and update the quality of their reflectors to.eliminate artifacts and haloing of the beam.
Maglite XL50 LED 3-Cell AAA
$23.10 from Amazon for black.

I really like Maglite, I have a slew of their other models.

Cree LED's would be nice, I did a quick check to see if they use them but didn't see it called out.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 03, 2020, 04:29:21 PM
That's an LED Maglite right ?
What model ?

I love Maglite and always will, but I will say that they do kind of fall behind a bit.
I wish they would start using some of the more efficient recent series of Cree LED's and update the quality of their reflectors to.eliminate artifacts and haloing of the beam.
Maglite XL50 LED 3-Cell AAA
$23.10 from Amazon for black.

I really like Maglite, I have a slew of their other models.

Cree LED's would be nice, I did a quick check to see if they use them but didn't see it called out.
I really wish they would.
I hate to say it but the Chinese are kind of surpassing them.
Companies like Olight make excellent products at an sxcellent price, I still love Maglite though as their lights are all simple and classic looking while the majority of other lights from most companies these days tend to look like lightsaber handles.


I just got this one in on Monday, really bright for it's size at 130L, it's rechargeable, and only $20.
Beam and light quality is great too.

(https://i.postimg.cc/C1jr01R9/IMG-20200403-142054827.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5Y2Sqfqm)
You only get full output for about 15 min though, but as a quick tasks kind of light it has been enough to get me through the day.
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Post by: skfarmer on April 05, 2020, 03:17:07 PM
i also hit the tsc clearance area. mostly small stuff 2 dewalt gas cut off saw blades(thicker than chop saw blades), a 3 pack of mibro chop saw blades and 4 mibro depressed center 4.8 inch cutoff wheels. oh and that box below it.
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Post by: DeadNutz on April 05, 2020, 03:22:10 PM
Was the plasma cutter on clearance also?
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Post by: skfarmer on April 05, 2020, 05:16:40 PM
Was the plasma cutter on clearance also?
you betcha!

check out my thread in welding.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 06, 2020, 10:14:26 PM
More from Chapman, a #1 Robertson, a standard I found I needed today, and a case to put it all in.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 07, 2020, 12:42:40 PM
Finally ordered the roll pin punches I need for my airgun smithing , HJE to the rescue again but I still have yet to order enough from them to get box art. All my orders come in padded envelopes.
(https://i.postimg.cc/909L5BLD/rs906wildepunchset.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/n9H4qqbx)
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 08, 2020, 04:05:10 PM
Needed a grub hoe and another shovel .
Went with a Razorback shovel, but the grub hoe which is made in China was my only option.

(https://i.postimg.cc/yYDT94K9/20200408-135816.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZCh3tQCK)
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 10, 2020, 06:22:27 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/5sEUvhZ.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/nQJ3S0d.jpg)
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Post by: Papaw on April 10, 2020, 07:02:10 PM
Nice used Starrett 266 1" to 2" caliper
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 10, 2020, 08:11:17 PM
Got these wilde roll pin punches in today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/qqzjn5X9/20200410-135532.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tnG3GDc5)
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 14, 2020, 01:11:29 PM
Just got my Chapman case in.
(https://i.postimg.cc/tCx0TxHc/20200413-151049-3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnmttrjy)
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 14, 2020, 03:14:50 PM
more Tekton stuff for work.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 15, 2020, 03:24:30 PM
Got these in today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3J47h2NB/20200415-131823.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ppH3YhDh)

The screwdrivers are nice, but they were supposed to be standard Pratt Read drivers and they're actually master mechanic rebrands.
Not a huge deal, but having two different brands on them will slightly bug me.
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Post by: Davethorik on April 15, 2020, 04:32:15 PM
6' long box was awkward to fit in my Accord. Sadly, i had to go to work and didnt get to play with it yet. That's ok, its snowing anyway.
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 15, 2020, 04:35:44 PM
Got these in today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3J47h2NB/20200415-131823.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ppH3YhDh)

The screwdrivers are nice, but they were supposed to be standard Pratt Read drivers and they're actually master mechanic rebrands.
Not a huge deal, but having two different brands on them will slightly bug me.

link to the screwdrivers?
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 15, 2020, 04:50:18 PM
Got these in today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3J47h2NB/20200415-131823.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ppH3YhDh)

The screwdrivers are nice, but they were supposed to be standard Pratt Read drivers and they're actually master mechanic rebrands.
Not a huge deal, but having two different brands on them will slightly bug me.
Got 'em off Ebay.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/6-Piece-Precision-Screwdriver-Set-Slotted-Flathead-Phillips-Head-Mini-103537/223896575512?epid=1011943990&hash=item3421469e18:g:jykAAOSw1W9ePNTe
Looking again I see the pictured packaging is Master Mechanic,  so I guess it's on me but I still got what I ordered and at a great deal.

link to the screwdrivers?
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 17, 2020, 09:54:23 PM
$20 for 36" of American tool steel, how could I not buy it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xTkDYRzm/20200417-151630.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLKSjGnQ)
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Post by: DeadNutz on April 18, 2020, 09:15:38 AM
I gotta look for one of those at Wally's.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 18, 2020, 09:33:45 AM
I gotta look for one of those at Wally's.
Better find one befor they possible get rid of 'em in favor of Chinese Hart stuff like they did with channellock  and dasco bars.
For a Wilde pry bar the Walmart branded version is the cheapest easiest way to get it, shipping on this thing can't be cheap.
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 18, 2020, 01:31:13 PM
small order from Zoro came today
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Post by: DeadNutz on April 18, 2020, 07:38:14 PM
The wife and I stopped by Tractor Supply today. She saw the tiny Crescents and had to have the 4" adjustable and 4-1/2" pliers which is fine by me as then she won't rob them out of my boxes. Then I checked the clearance racks and over to welding dept. There were 2 of the Metal Man auto-darkening welding helmets reduced from $90 to $30. She had bought me one of those for xmas that has a US flag motif. She got me one for a backup so I can dump the 2 old Huntsmans and the other will be a backup for her work. I don't really care for the green and purple flames but beggars can't be choosers.
The last pic is the auto-darkening helmet I had her take to work to raffle it off for the guys. I had got it from the shop I had bought all the contents of and the skull/monster design is just not me. The plant manager snagged it when he saw the skull as a backup and then the foreman snagged it as he loves monsters and even wore it to Walmart a couple nights ago.

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Post by: Davethorik on April 20, 2020, 12:34:53 AM
Garland no. 4 split head hammer, rawhide faces
4 lbs, made in USA
head marked GARLAND NO. 4 SACO, MAINE
Found on fb marketplace new, unused
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Post by: fatfillup on April 20, 2020, 04:01:16 AM
^^^^^^^^^ those are pricey, $68. On Amazon
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Post by: goodfellow on April 20, 2020, 09:33:55 AM
^^^^^^^^^ those are pricey, $68. On Amazon

...Definitely pricey, but well worth it. Quality stuff right there.
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Post by: DeadNutz on April 20, 2020, 10:00:59 AM
That is a very nice hammer to have around. I have one small rawhide hammer I use on the mill drawbar.
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Post by: TacticalFun on April 20, 2020, 11:26:09 AM
Heading back to work today. My slide hammer arrived this morning just in time(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200420/8eda520af3816c536000c7524e0cb593.jpg)

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Post by: gtermini on April 20, 2020, 12:06:35 PM
 Oh baby, I'd snap that M3 adapter off so hard...
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Post by: strik9 on April 20, 2020, 05:04:43 PM
I really have been weeding out long unused tools more than buying any.  But with the heavy duty work now a couple better things were needed.  I had been avoiding buying these for years but now I have access to Wurth catalog sales again.

Two 10mm bits in 6 and 8mm at a 55% discount and still the price of a cheap brand full set.
No issues, these are the least breakable ones I have ever used.  Which is good as it looks they are clearing the 10mm bits out as fast as they can.
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 20, 2020, 06:36:24 PM
ebay find...
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Post by: DeadNutz on April 20, 2020, 10:08:13 PM
I think I have a couple of pairs of those Kleins.
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Post by: Davethorik on April 21, 2020, 12:42:57 AM
^^^^^^^^^ those are pricey, $68. On Amazon

I paid 25 i dont think was too bad. I am going to use it,  actually going to bring my 4 lb Proto (Nupla) dead blow home from work. The Garland will be a better fit for my uses.
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Post by: fatfillup on April 21, 2020, 08:06:28 AM
^^^^^^^^^ those are pricey, $68. On Amazon

I paid 25 i dont think was too bad. I am going to use it,  actually going to bring my 4 lb Proto (Nupla) dead blow home from work. The Garland will be a better fit for my uses.

Well that certainly is a great price!! 
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Post by: bonneyman on April 21, 2020, 04:14:04 PM
Dug a Snappy 8" long 3/8" extension form a pawnie bin yesterday. Grabbed it for a buddy of mine who's a Snap-On man. Cost me $1.

Though if he doesn't want it I can hook it up to an S-K ratchet and Bonney socket - it should protest too much!  :lol_hitting:
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 21, 2020, 04:36:40 PM
I think I have a couple of pairs of those Kleins.

My crimpers are Cornwell, made by Channellock :)
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Post by: slip knot on April 21, 2020, 06:17:28 PM
I bought some grinder wheels and cut off discs from a new place. Benchmark Abrasives. 25 grinder disc were $25 and the cut off discs were $19. free shipping too. ordered it Thursday and it was here Monday. Haven't tried them out yet but the flap wheels I got from them a while back were pretty good.


https://benchmarkabrasives.com/
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Post by: GNAP on April 21, 2020, 06:38:15 PM
I bought some grinder wheels and cut off discs from a new place. Benchmark Abrasives. 25 grinder disc were $25 and the cut off discs were $19. free shipping too. ordered it Thursday and it was here Monday. Haven't tried them out yet but the flap wheels I got from them a while back were pretty good.


https://benchmarkabrasives.com/

I got some about 6 months ago, not great, but at what they cost, during the special, they an excellent buy. I normally use the Walter or Plantex wheels, both are excellent, that are trimmable, but there cost is about $4 ea
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 23, 2020, 02:40:12 AM
I think I have a couple of pairs of those Kleins.

My crimpers are Cornwell, made by Channellock :)
I can see it by the number forged on the inside of the handles, screams channellock.
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Post by: muddy on April 23, 2020, 07:11:02 PM
Got this today for the smaller gauge wires..



(https://i.postimg.cc/qvN3P111/KIMG1339.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bZjrb9cn)

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Post by: bmwrd0 on April 24, 2020, 08:06:40 PM
When I was with the phone company we worked with wire in those gauges. Used the notch on a pair of Klein snips to strip it. Works great, but someguys would use their thumbnails.

I have a pair of Klein's like that for slightly heavier gauge wire, used them today putting a new light in my basement.
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Post by: gtermini on April 25, 2020, 11:44:42 AM
I bought some grinder wheels and cut off discs from a new place. Benchmark Abrasives. 25 grinder disc were $25 and the cut off discs were $19. free shipping too. ordered it Thursday and it was here Monday. Haven't tried them out yet but the flap wheels I got from them a while back were pretty good.


https://benchmarkabrasives.com/

I got some about 6 months ago, not great, but at what they cost, during the special, they an excellent buy. I normally use the Walter or Plantex wheels, both are excellent, that are trimmable, but there cost is about $4 ea

I'll echo this. Not great, but cost per inch of grind is pretty low. I bought a bunch during their black friday sale. My personal choice is 3m Cubitron or Green Corps. They just go and go without wearing out and cut stupid fast.
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Post by: Matt_T on April 25, 2020, 01:23:24 PM
Got this today for the smaller gauge wires..

They're nice strippers. I like 'em better than kleins. Pretty sure it's Imperial who makes them.

https://imperial-tools.com/products/super-stripper-upfront-stripperscutters/

When I was with the phone company we worked with wire in those gauges. Used the notch on a pair of Klein snips to strip it. Works great, but someguys would use their thumbnails.

You can strip telco wire with pretty much anything. Never seen anyone use those scissors  effectively on stranded wire with good insulation.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on April 25, 2020, 01:28:06 PM
I'll echo this. Not great, but cost per inch of grind is pretty low. I bought a bunch during their black friday sale. My personal choice is 3m Cubitron or Green Corps. They just go and go without wearing out and cut stupid fast.

What's the cutting speed like on that Benchmark stuff? IME cheap abrasives either wear fast or cut slow. Maybe not an issue for the weekend warriors, but it's easy to justify the good stuff when time is money.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on April 25, 2020, 02:02:56 PM
There is no comparison on cut speed between the benchmark vs 3m/norton zirconium or ceramic. The real deals are easily 2-3X as fast and last twice as long.

For non-commercial work, the Benchmarks are fine. They are under $2 ea on sale vs up to $7 - $10 for a 3m or norton. They aren't slow enough to make you hate them, but when you're used to something fast, it obvious they're less efficient.

I run high HP (3hp/75cfm) pneumatic 6k rpm grinders instead of the typical 12k electric jobs. The shavings when using quality discs look like tiny drill swarf (blue metal curly ques) vs the black powder dust most are used to. The difference is cutting vs rubbing. You can tell the cheapies are coming apart faster due to all the fluff floating around while you use them. They start losing chunks at the edge at about 50% wear, which speeds up their death as the bad spot keeps getting bigger.

The 3m has less material, but wears better
(https://i.imgur.com/bRvOmzBl.jpg)

These are both about the same amount worn, but the 3m will still cut almost as well as new. The Benchmark requires a lot of pressure on the grinder to get any kind of cut rate without just rubbing as they wear. See the edge chunk missing.
(https://i.imgur.com/aRZaBBBl.jpg)

Atlas Copco LSV38 6600rpm. Almost impossible to stall. A top shelf grinder really makes quality abrasives work.
(https://i.imgur.com/cJFce5Hl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 25, 2020, 05:45:10 PM
A college friend of mine is a mechanical engineer. The company he works for is making a tool for opening doors and using pushbuttons without having to touch the hardware.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: GNAP on April 25, 2020, 08:28:26 PM
I really prefer the Walter Abrasive flap wheels, but they are expensive ($10/ea+), the one I use are the Plantex flap wheels, like the Walter, they are trimmable, allowing use the wheels up completely. The Plantex are about 75% of the Walter, but are roughly $4/ea.

I don’t like the flap wheels with the woven back, I’ve had them explode, the Walters are molded wood fiber and the Plantex are made from molded hemp material. If dropped they don’t break like the woven ones do.

Added a couple pics of the trimmed wheels
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on April 27, 2020, 09:04:05 PM
Facom ratchet crimpers for insulated terminals. Mashed a couple $2 heatshrink connectors and got pissed and ordered this. $70 for these French ones vs $130 for German Knipex. Hope I don't regret being cheap. I can tell you they are light years better than the stamped steel stripper combo pair everybody has.

I use uninsulated terminals 80% of the time and crimp them with a Thomas & Betts WT111M that has the little nipple that stabs in. I love how well those hold and the insulated ones always seem iffy at best to me. Hopefully these change my confidence in the crimps.

(https://i.imgur.com/Niw7hdMl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on April 28, 2020, 08:31:48 AM
Good crimpers aren't cheap. Make sure to let us know how you like them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on April 28, 2020, 10:11:47 AM
Facom ratchet crimpers for insulated terminals. Mashed a couple $2 heatshrink connectors and got pissed and ordered this. $70 for these French ones vs $130 for German Knipex. Hope I don't regret being cheap. I can tell you they are light years better than the stamped steel stripper combo pair everybody has.

Probably as good, or better than, the knipex. I've only got one knipex crimp tool and don't really care for it. I mostly run "pre ergo" Pressmaster frames.

FYI that Facom looks to have regular red/blue/yellow insulated terminal dies in it not heat shrink dies. Pic is of a heat shrink die.

(https://www.waytekwire.com/images/items/566FL.gif)

And links if you feel like spending some more money :97:

https://www.waytekwire.com/item/560/Customizable-Crimping-Tool-Frame/

https://www.waytekwire.com/item/566/Pressmaster-4300-3258-Die-Set-for-Heat-Shrink/
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on April 28, 2020, 12:02:16 PM
 :38: Yah it's not the proper one. I'll give it a shot first though. I can only buy one fancy crimper in a month without feeling like I'm going over the top. If that place didn't want $20 freight, I might be more impulse tempted.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on May 01, 2020, 10:59:59 PM
Three boxes from amazon warehouse deals showed up after over a month. Some trailer hitch parts. A new 20k pintle hitch. Couple 1 inch dr Williams impact sockets. One suspiciously used once. Wilton corner vise for $35. Little williams pin spanner.

(https://i.imgur.com/KutPQGMl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/nTUBc07l.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/HuaZrUQl.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on May 04, 2020, 09:41:57 PM
Not much of a tool buy but I did want the 4" brass wire wheel for my Makita grinder. Another good buy from the clearance rack at TSC as everything was $11.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on May 04, 2020, 10:14:27 PM
Yumm, aerosol rootbeer.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on May 07, 2020, 01:29:57 AM
Reminds me of being 16 years old and working at Arby's :hee20hee20hee:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 11, 2020, 01:33:01 AM
 :051bye:
Reminds me of being 16 years old and working at Arby's :hee20hee20hee:
We recently replaced the old ones at work with new ones like these and I hate 'em.
The handles are always unscrewing ( I'll stake 'em with a small screw at some point) and the front lip doesn't sit low enough to the ground to get the small stuff very well.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on May 11, 2020, 08:19:13 AM
:051bye:
Reminds me of being 16 years old and working at Arby's :hee20hee20hee:
We recently replaced the old ones at work with new ones like these and I hate 'em.
The handles are always unscrewing ( I'll stake 'em with a small screw at some point) and the front lip doesn't sit low enough to the ground to get the small stuff very well.

I have the old metal style that sits very flat and is easy to sweep into. The only downside is that you can be rather noisy using the thing.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 11, 2020, 04:33:24 PM
more Tekton for work:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on May 11, 2020, 09:15:34 PM
Milwaukee Stubby 3/8 Impact.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on May 11, 2020, 11:42:29 PM
I ordered spare inside and outside lens protectors, 1.5 diopter magnifying lens and 2 spare sweatbands for my 2 welding helmets. I ordered them on Thursday along with a new garage door opener backup battery and a battery for the quad. All 3 packages made it on Monday so that is pretty good service with free shipping on the batteries.

 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on May 13, 2020, 08:32:50 PM
13-3/4"  1/4" rachet. Should make reaching the bolts on engine fans alot easier.


(https://i.postimg.cc/7LYtMzxg/KIMG1372.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5XTmf6Q0)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on May 13, 2020, 10:13:40 PM
 damn, i like that 88 click action.  i only have a couple matco rats but i like them. i may need to ads one of those handled versions to the arsenal.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on May 14, 2020, 05:29:32 AM
:051bye:
Reminds me of being 16 years old and working at Arby's :hee20hee20hee:
We recently replaced the old ones at work with new ones like these and I hate 'em.
The handles are always unscrewing ( I'll stake 'em with a small screw at some point) and the front lip doesn't sit low enough to the ground to get the small stuff very well.

This one works well for my needs. My new house has full cherry wood floors. yeah this doesn't work well on dust, but I am amazed at how much stuff gets tracked inside. This, a broom, and a swiffer got me covered.

The threads look to be the same as most generic plastic square thread. Like a deck brush, or paint roller extension. There are a few different ways to combat these working loose. For a non permanent connection, white ptfe tape works ok. If I really have an issue with it coming loose, i will just shoot a couple self-tapping screws into it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on May 14, 2020, 03:26:11 PM
Here's my latest toy. 2nd picture is relative compression on my 4 cyl 4runner. Yellow trace is current and blue battery voltage.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 14, 2020, 05:36:47 PM
Got this from a coworker today:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on May 16, 2020, 12:46:02 PM
Milwaukee mag drill of 'da bay.

(https://i.imgur.com/HKULmgxl.jpg)

80 lbs. Came floating in a box of fricken peanuts. :38: Somehow made it all the way across the country without falling out.

(https://i.imgur.com/OKPibIel.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on May 16, 2020, 03:25:09 PM
Nice mag drill and you are lucky it arrived in one piece as that was a heck of a packing job.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on May 16, 2020, 06:17:17 PM
Nice drill -- expensive little buggers though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on May 17, 2020, 11:13:59 AM
Mag drill, I get asked for them a couple of times a month.  Have only ever had one and it was broke :38:


Great tool, congrats on the purchase
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on May 17, 2020, 12:07:56 PM
I've chased a couple on craigslist, but never been able to seal the deal, as well as a couple I kick myself for not buying. I'm not surprised you don't get them in Phil. Even junkers and no-names bring big money at auctions. The Hougen and Jancy are really popular these days, but they don't have a good drill chuck option IMO. They work best with rotobroaches only.

This was mostly an impulse purchase. I threw a bid out there, and there was only one other guy playing. It was under $5 bills delivered. It's kind of beat up, but serviceable. A selection of rotobroches is the expensive part. They are over $100 ea when you get above 1".

It has the two features that make or break a model for me (and most other guys). The red upper section floats around on the magnet for fine positioning after the magnet is turned on. The drill has a two speed gearbox for low speed tapping or running big rotobroaches.

They kind of suck to use. They're heavy as hell and obnoxious loud, but boy howdy do they beat trying to drill freehand.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on May 17, 2020, 01:52:41 PM
The Hougen and Jancy are really popular these days, but they don't have a good drill chuck option IMO. They work best with rotobroaches only.

Yeah the rotabroach chuck adapters are crap. And the short travel on rotabroach machines also limits what you can do with a chuck installed.

A selection of rotobroches is the expensive part. They are over $100 ea when you get above 1".

Holesaws are a much cheaper option for occasional holes in plate up to an inch or so thick. The big Milwaukee mag drills run them well.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on May 17, 2020, 03:09:34 PM
Nice score.. I love mine even it is a cheaper evolution..I started with a cheaper set of evolution  broaches and then added in used ones to fill in the blanks. I have a source. Pm me if interested.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 17, 2020, 05:18:57 PM
13-3/4"  1/4" rachet. Should make reaching the bolts on engine fans alot easier.


(https://i.postimg.cc/7LYtMzxg/KIMG1372.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5XTmf6Q0)

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Geez, that's a long 14"er, Tim.  :-\   

Then again people have been using 6 foot long cheater bars on everything so MATCO probably said lets just make it!  And locking flex head at that. :bravo_2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bmwrd0 on May 17, 2020, 09:56:52 PM
I hit an estate sale on Saturday of an old model A restorer and electrician. Not too much of interest, but I did see this box there
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49899757217_16f43859b7_c.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2j2tikF)
Who can resist 25 cents an item? I can't, and with a bit of digging, I had found a couple things. But, I got to thinking, so I asked "how much for the whole box?" It must have weighed 10 pounds or more, but he said "hows $10 sound?" So, I paid him and he told me to throw anything else in I wanted. Well, here is what I found:
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49903504107_ee70c88e68_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2j2Nvae)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49903193736_9b33106687_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2j2LUU1)
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49903193486_f17f321dbf_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/2j2LUPG)
Dozens of brace bits, APEX and Zepher bits, Glass cutters, Misc. tools, Jacobs keys, a Tri-tap, nail sets, counter sinks, Unibits and reamers, steel hole saws, vintage sockets (Williams and Hinsdale among them) a slide rule and a magnifier, screw and bolt setters (including APEX slotted setters) Burrs, a couple dozen chisels and punches (Blue Point, Plomb, Proto, Craftsman, among others) among a bunch of other stuff. I think I did pretty good on that purchase. A lot of it will go to the Restore, but plenty for me. Oh, he also tossed in an old analog amp clamp/AC meter. Good backup to keep in the truck.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 17, 2020, 11:21:56 PM
Lots of good stuff in that pile, bmw! Caught that K&E slide rule right off the bat in that first picture. Being I have several rules of different brands and styles I've had to educate myself on them. Not easy to do with such "obsolete" technology. Depending on the model and age those things can be worth some $$$.   :bravo_2:

And the brass looking thing in the last pic is one of those nifty cutters using standard straight razor blades. Really nice, simple, safe design - mine got regular use at the hardware store.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bmwrd0 on May 18, 2020, 08:00:34 AM
I have been buying more weird lots like that lately, and it has been fun. I probably spent four hours going threw that box, and had a much better time than going to a movie lately. Most of it will get donated, but that is ok.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 18, 2020, 09:27:41 AM
I agree...unless it was a movie about tools.  :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 20, 2020, 04:56:00 PM
I really like those old school disposable box cutters, if I'm not mistaken those used to come taped to cases of K or C rations as well as 60's MCI rations .
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on May 21, 2020, 01:42:40 PM
Picked these up today off Letgo.
10 pair Vise Grips 7WR
All made in USA, individually boxed NOS
5 of them in original cardboard box as well.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on May 21, 2020, 01:53:24 PM
 :bravo_2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on May 21, 2020, 02:14:24 PM
Nice snag. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on May 21, 2020, 02:44:03 PM
Thanks guys. The ad on letgo showed 4 boxes, i asked "so you have 4 pair?" He said, no i have 10. "Ok great ill take them all!!!"
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on May 21, 2020, 04:32:29 PM
The price must of been right for you to buy all ten. Those would be an easy sell.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on May 21, 2020, 05:25:06 PM
The price must of been right for you to buy all ten. Those would be an easy sell.

I know there is a collector following for USA Vise-Grips, I have a few users as well as a few made in China newer pair. No contest, the USA are better.

I also love vintage NOS tools. The boxes are marked copyright 1977. I looked on eBay and prices were ridiculous and all over the place for NOS Petersens. I gave $5/pair, which I dont think was too bad.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 21, 2020, 06:16:52 PM
ohhhh
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: J.A.F.E. on May 21, 2020, 06:33:52 PM
That is a great score - well done. Can't have too many ViseGrips and the USA are better IMO that the China. I snag what I can find if he price seems right but I do use them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: oldnslo on May 21, 2020, 07:59:20 PM
...Can't have too many ViseGrips .....

Oh....yes you can. Yes...sir. Don't ask me how I know. Fortunately, I have been letting go the fuglier versions I own, and keeping the purdy ones. All USA versions of course.

I've probably unloaded 8 or so in recent months.  :)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on May 21, 2020, 11:02:40 PM
$5 a pair.  :08: bargain.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on May 22, 2020, 08:59:22 AM
Those new ones would be priced at $10 in my shop and I know I am a bit low.  I get $6 or $7 for used ones in nice shape (USA) of that style and sell lots of them. 

Prices on ebay make me chuckle sometimes but you have to wonder if some things don't get sold at high $
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on May 22, 2020, 09:27:40 AM
Excellent deal -- that was a real steal.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 23, 2020, 02:31:42 PM
A nice set of 3/8" hex drive Torx bits. 10 thru 60.

No brand, just CR-MV, but good condition and only $4.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 24, 2020, 02:46:22 PM
couple freebies from a buddy:
(https://i.imgur.com/iSx2cM8.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 24, 2020, 03:57:31 PM
Gotta love those long shank nutdrivers.  :PDT_Armataz_01_37:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 26, 2020, 06:41:24 PM
Just got this Colombian machete assortment in from Sportsmans guide.

(https://i.postimg.cc/FRJSdhx4/20200526-114333.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JDM0SVg6)
I'm definatly keeping little one on top and the 22" billhook for sure.
I already gave the tapanga on the bottom to my neighbor, qndcI've been tried the parang just above it a little but I do not like it so it will maybe go to another neighbor or my uncle or something.
I'm undecided on the 22" Latin pattern because I've already got an 18" I quite like and really don't need it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on May 26, 2020, 07:03:39 PM
Last I heard Spear & Jackson were an English company and their stuff wasn't cheap. Does that one appear to be higher quality or have a COO on it?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 26, 2020, 07:51:14 PM
Last I heard Spear & Jackson were an English company and their stuff wasn't cheap. Does that one appear to be higher quality or have a COO on it?
They are but I'm pretty sure it's made in Colombia by Incolma just like the rest of these are, though theres no COO on it.


It's not a fancy machete and the ones on the SJ site where they don't actually list the COO in the description cost under $20 as is typical with south American made machetes.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 30, 2020, 01:38:06 PM
few more arrivals from this past week:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on May 30, 2020, 04:29:38 PM
Flush cuts are nice, I have come to love them for zip ties
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on May 31, 2020, 08:03:53 AM
Finally got all this in. Took two attempts to get the caulking gun. Then I had to void the warranty on the gun with a Unibit :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 31, 2020, 11:15:59 AM
A nice set of 3/8" hex drive Torx bits. 10 thru 60.

No brand, just CR-MV, but good condition and only $4.

P.S. they're not 3/8" but 10mm. No biggie. I have a 3/8" square to 10mm hex adaptor socket which allow me to use a standard ratchet with this set.  :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on May 31, 2020, 11:39:46 AM
Matt does the caulk gun use air to feed the caulk out.? Most of the cordless ones I’ve looked at were way to heavy with batteries installed but pneumatic could be what I need. I used a Milwaukee at work that had as much sticking out the back in push rod as was sticking out the front. Damned awkward for me
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on May 31, 2020, 11:58:38 AM
Matt does the caulk gun use air to feed the caulk out.? Most of the cordless ones I’ve looked at were way to heavy with batteries installed but pneumatic could be what I need. I used a Milwaukee at work that had as much sticking out the back in push rod as was sticking out the front. Damned awkward for me

Yeah it uses air, regulated to 50-60 psi according to the box, so I'm gonna start out at 40 and go from there. Aside from bulk and weight this thing was way cheaper than a battery gun at under $30 shipped. Will let you know how it does later today if my fingers ain't all stuck together with urethane :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: strik9 on May 31, 2020, 02:05:58 PM
A nice set of 3/8" hex drive Torx bits. 10 thru 60.

No brand, just CR-MV, but good condition and only $4.

I have been flogging a set just like that a decade.  Good stuff in my junk pile, ummm....tool kit.  None broken and wear is minimal. 

 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on May 31, 2020, 07:10:18 PM
Yeah it uses air, regulated to 50-60 psi according to the box, so I'm gonna start out at 40 and go from there. Aside from bulk and weight this thing was way cheaper than a battery gun at under $30 shipped. Will let you know how it does later today if my fingers ain't all stuck together with urethane :lol_hitting:

OK time for a mini review of the Astro 405. Aside from the end cap issue pictured earlier the end cap was also bottoming out on the barrel before it clamped down on the tube of caulk. I removed the barrel from the gun and noticed the gun end threads were longer so I reversed the barrel and that took care of that. Two minor issues before I could use the gun but to be fair windshield urethane probably ain't what Astro designed this thing for.

Had to crank the pressure up to 80 psi to get the urethane to flow at a controllable, for a rookie to glue in autoglass, rate. After that the gun did great. Really the only thing worth mentioning is that the gun vents slowly, when you release the trigger, so flow doesn't stop for a second or two depending on how far down the tube you are. It's well worth the <$20 headline <$30 shipped price. If I'd have done this job with a manual caulking gun I doubt I'd be able to type right now.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 31, 2020, 09:59:33 PM
I ordered some new work boots.
My current work boots are a pair of Justin conductor boots and they've been great overall but last winter before I had a boot dryer they wound up with a bit of a wet sponge kind of smell that its been hard to get rid of.
I decided it was time for a new pair of work boots, and wanted to try a pair of pull-ons so I went with a pull on Justin conductor. Because I need all black oil and slip resistant footwear the Justin conductor's are about my only choice for an American made traditional boot anyways so it wasn't a hard decision.
These one happen to be a comp safety toe because they were on sale, but I was interested anyways.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kX0Jq9gm/239.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)]

I think this time I'll try sno-seal on them.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on June 01, 2020, 12:41:41 PM
Never tried pull on boots.  Don't even wear work boots, I wear work shoes with safety toes as I hate having to lace up boots.  may give some pull ons a try.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bmwrd0 on June 01, 2020, 12:46:23 PM
If I am wearing boots, they are Redwing chukkas. I love the three lace low-tops. But I do with they were steel toe.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 01, 2020, 07:10:15 PM
If I am wearing boots, they are Redwing chukkas. I love the three lace low-tops. But I do with they were steel toe.
If only the postman chukka was available with an oil and slip resistant sole I'd love to try them as a summer work boots
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 01, 2020, 07:16:50 PM
Never tried pull on boots.  Don't even wear work boots, I wear work shoes with safety toes as I hate having to lace up boots.  may give some pull ons a try.
That's why I like the speed lace hooks, but I definitely wanted to try a pair of pull-ons.
I'm all about boots.
I've got work boots, casual boots , yard workin' boots, and dress boots.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 01, 2020, 08:49:38 PM
Picked up a deal on the 3/8 long reach ratchet and 2 free batteries. It's a bit bulky and a tad heavy. But it removed fasteners I thought it wouldn't.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on June 02, 2020, 09:24:17 AM
It's a bit bulky and a tad heavy.

That's an understatement. Many tools have a built in hammer but that thing looks like a hammer with a built in ratchet :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 02, 2020, 01:04:17 PM
It's a bit bulky and a tad heavy.

That's an understatement. Many tools have a built in hammer but that thing looks like a hammer with a built in ratchet :lol_hitting:
Looks to me like you'd be better off it it actually were a hammer with a built in ratchet.

Btw is this thing actually a ratchet?
Can you ratchet it, or is it just an electric socket wrench ?
I'm genuinely curious.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on June 02, 2020, 01:18:44 PM
Can you ratchet it, or is it just an electric socket wrench ?
I'm genuinely curious.

Every air or battery ratchet I've used could be ratcheted manually. Comes in handy when you need more torque than the motor can provide. Though I think milwaukee say you're not supposed to do that with theirs.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 02, 2020, 02:14:53 PM


Can you ratchet it, or is it just an electric socket wrench ?
I'm genuinely curious.

Every air or battery ratchet I've used could be ratcheted manually. Comes in handy when you need more torque than the motor can provide. Though I think milwaukee say you're not supposed to do that with theirs.

Not sure if Milwaukee condones it or not....I'm sure if warranty is question they won't.

I do use it as stated, works just like a ratchet

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on June 02, 2020, 05:40:17 PM
It's a bit bulky and a tad heavy.

That's an understatement. Many tools have a built in hammer but that thing looks like a hammer with a built in ratchet :lol_hitting:

Well, don't alot of us use just about any other tool to "hammer" with? 

I think the only real use of a hammer is the wife using it as a husband alignment tool. :D
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 04, 2020, 08:58:23 AM
I guess I'm a minority here.

I love hammers more than many probably think I should since I don't swing one for a living,  but as you may remember from my dark days over at the old GG I'm a bit opinionated with regards to hammers. I try my best to keep those opinions to myself these days though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 09, 2020, 11:20:38 AM
My work boots are supposed to arrive today, I can't wait to get them.

Theres nothing like putting a new pair of boots on your feet for the first time.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on June 09, 2020, 11:56:02 AM
My work boots are supposed to arrive today, I can't wait to get them.

Theres nothing like putting a new pair of boots on your feet for the first time.

LOL --- You and I must have different ideas on work boots. I always dreaded new boots. Regardless of cost and quality, they were initially stiff and uncomfortable until they were broken in after few weeks. To each their own I guess.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 09, 2020, 02:04:31 PM
My work boots are supposed to arrive today, I can't wait to get them.

Theres nothing like putting a new pair of boots on your feet for the first time.

LOL --- You and I must have different ideas on work boots. I always dreaded new boots. Regardless of cost and quality, they were initially stiff and uncomfortable until they were broken in after few weeks. To each their own I guess.
My current Justin's didn't take too long.

And with my thorogoods I wore them around the house for a day before going anywhere and they were good to go.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 09, 2020, 05:03:49 PM
Well they're too big and I'll be returning them.
I will probably just go with the same boot I'm currently wearing but I wouldn't mind finding an all black US made traditional Chukka.
Whatever I wear definitely has to be traditional looking.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 09, 2020, 08:49:24 PM
Scratch that, I can't return them.
I stupidly took the tags off and they wont take 'em back now.

Because my feet just don't have much fat on them I dont think I can wear pull on boots.

My dad wears the same size as me but has more fat on his feet than me so if he can wear these he can have 'em.
I learned my lesson,  and I'll just have to go with another pair of lace up conductors.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on June 18, 2020, 09:39:55 PM
A new one for me. Have been fighting the Allis Chalmers injector pump. its been giving me fits. I was gonna pull the top off and look around but none of my security drivers would fit. torx is 6 sided but these were 5 sided. Found out I needed a pentalobe bit. didn't have a clue what size it was so I ordered a set. will probably never need them again but I got em. :hee20hee20hee:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on June 19, 2020, 07:48:32 AM
Found out I needed a pentalobe bit. didn't have a clue what size it was so I ordered a set. will probably never need them again but I got em.

Ford use them so you might need them again. Not something I'd expect to see on what I'm guessing is a fairly old tractor though :017:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on June 22, 2020, 04:39:20 PM
with the recent relaxation on Covid-19 restriction, Elroy was able to visit the show room at Southern. Picked up a few miscellaneous SK pieces

SK 19732
6 piece 1/4" drive metric allen drivers
$6.00

SK 45184
3" Long, 3/8 drive sliding sleeve locking extension
$12


Sk 45189
10-1/2" long, 3/8 drive sliding sleeve locking extension
$19

8 foot long x 1-1/2 wide, double eye, nylon sling rated at 1,800 pound vertical, 1,440 pound choker, 3,600 pound basket
$8

Camera battery is dead. Not with-standing that little issue, Elroy is glad to see the world starting to open back up.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 25, 2020, 11:19:04 AM
New to me trade in on the tool truck. Been looking for an air hammer that's a bit shorter then my current one.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on June 25, 2020, 01:35:05 PM
Great old hammer Tim. Those were a big seller some years ago, and pretty powerful for being a short barrel. They were better than most of the other shorty competition models.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on June 26, 2020, 07:36:21 PM
got this yesterday
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: torqueman2002 on June 28, 2020, 06:59:51 PM
I was minding my own business,  :25: right.

Anyway, I spotted these on CL and just had to buy them.

Now I have the problem I can imagine jeffmoss26 ^^ might have -- do I use them as a tool should be, or keep them nice and pretty?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on June 29, 2020, 04:31:13 PM
To Jeff and Torqueman, I say use them.  That ratcheting screwdriver is one of my fav SO tools.  The Cman stones are certainly cool unused in the box, but how many folks would appreciate them(present company excluded)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 29, 2020, 04:43:06 PM
Nice stone, but you can still get a brand new Norton of equal quality today if you need a user.
It wouldn't take long to wear off that Craftsman logo either.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 29, 2020, 04:45:09 PM
Bought this on Ebay to replace the set my dad gave me as a kid, if the 2.5" adjustable in these sets is a legitimate tool then I made a tool purchase.
If not it's a novelty collectible purchase.
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 30, 2020, 07:47:01 PM
Yesterday I ordered a new pair of the justin conductors I currently wear for work, and got an email that they were out of stock and the size is being discontinued and they were refunding me.   :c002:

Tthat total was $210 shipping included which was too much compared to the $169 I scored the last pair for from workboots.com, but it was I thought my only option left for a black traditional American made work boot.

Well I went back on Google to see what I could find and what do you know I found a nice pair of  recently discontinued Chippewas in my exact size on clearance from $200 down to $99 from the place that refunded my money minutes earlier  :a102: :a102:
I did a quick search online and they are American made, and the regular price was right on  :93:  :93:

Everything worked out great, because I got a higher quality boot ( Justin's are fine, but the leather is a bit looser in grain ) for half the price  :cool2:
I've been wanting to try a pair of Chippewas and this was just the opportunity,  too bad I won't be able to get another pair if I like them.
I had originally thought I'd be able to get my Justin's resoled, but last winter before I had my boot dryer they got wet a lot and wounded up with a damp sponge kind of smell I can't get rid of.
If I take better care of these they can get resoled, with a Goodyear welt it's a one day thing.
They just peel the outsole off and glue a new one on.
I've learned that the Obenauffs heavy duty LP just wasn't quite enough for my needs if you don't reapply offen enough , this time I'm gonna go with SNO-SEAL.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 05, 2020, 06:09:50 AM
Danm I just can't catch a break when it comes to work boots.

They're great and they fit well, sadly they are not actually slip resistant as they were advertised and I can't wear them at work.
I was suspicious when the Vibram Gumlite soles didn't say slip resistant on them, but I tried them earlier and didn't take more than a minute of walking to realize they were a no-go and I had to change into my Justins.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: torqueman2002 on July 05, 2020, 11:03:58 AM
Too bad. Nice looking American made boot!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 05, 2020, 02:32:23 PM
Too bad. Nice looking American made boot!
Theres hope yet.
I ordered some black oil resistant Goodyear wedge soles, and some barge cement.
I'm going to resole these myself because I don't have a lot to lose.

Never done it before but the process is fairly simple on a Goodyear welted boot, which is supposedly the entire purpose for this type of construction.

Peel off the old outsole
Prep the surface
Apply cement to both parts and wait till tacky.
Carefully place and pound like crazy with a heavy mallet to ensure a good bond
Trim off the excess and finish the edges.

I know most professional cobblers use a press, but I don't have that so I'm just gonna make a last out of a something.  You've just gott have something solid inside the boot when pounding.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on July 08, 2020, 05:47:20 PM
The wife came home for lunch today bearing gifts. It is the DeWalt Atomic series 20V Max lithium ion brushless Compact 1/2" drill/driver set. It came with the tool, 2 batteries, charger and bag for $99 from MSC as their hot deal for July. The rep called her last week to tell her to get an order in as they were going fast so she ordered 4 of them as some guys in the shop wanted some. She also got the Irwin impact bit set for an additional $25. I have Makita tools but this DeWalt is much smaller and lighter and will fit in a tighter space and also easier for her to use.


 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on July 10, 2020, 06:08:18 PM
I splurged and bought these at HD. They were only $20.
No. 63215 compact cable cutter
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on July 10, 2020, 09:31:56 PM
Do things you put tools in count? If so this "toolbox" will be coming to my house about he end of the month. Cost less than a snappy roll cab. lol

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on July 10, 2020, 09:51:46 PM
Do things you put tools in count? If so this "toolbox" will be coming to my house about he end of the month. Cost less than a snappy roll cab. lol

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That’s a big toolbox.   :bravo_2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on July 10, 2020, 11:01:30 PM
Just one?  :25:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on July 10, 2020, 11:17:11 PM
Just one?  :25:

No, it's #2. Numero uno is already packed.  :lol_hitting:  :character0029:

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on July 11, 2020, 09:16:11 AM
Should be able to get 100 ft lbs of torque with this sucker. Proto. 26 inches long. My tired old arms dont like my old short OTC torque wrench (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200711/4f21be518d0acbedc115fb9e5e2f221c.jpg)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on July 11, 2020, 09:39:48 AM
That ain't a TW, Walrus. That's a baseball bat!   :lol_hitting:

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on July 11, 2020, 09:44:18 AM
What is the torque range on that beauty Walrus?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on July 11, 2020, 05:21:58 PM
What is the torque range on that beauty Walrus?

50 to 250. I bought it for the heads on my Mustang and to check the anchors on my lift.  The tendinitis in my arms has greatly reduced my strength so I'm countering with leverage :)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on July 12, 2020, 03:33:53 PM
did not need these but when I see US made Craftsman at an Ace store, the last on the hooks...
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on July 12, 2020, 05:45:27 PM
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on July 12, 2020, 09:27:20 PM
 :bravo_2: couldn't stand it huh?? :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on July 13, 2020, 01:22:18 AM
Lower mid range Taiwanese.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 13, 2020, 10:23:17 PM
did not need these but when I see US made Craftsman at an Ace store, the last on the hooks...
I do the same, but not with the screwdrivers anymore.
The handle sizing just doesn't work that well for me and I made the switch to Pratt read and Stanley 100 plus earlier this year.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 13, 2020, 10:35:50 PM
These were actually a trade and not a purchase.
Recently my uncle gave me a couple of old double bit axe heads, one of them being a 1955 Rixford Michigan pattern.
They're a desirable axe but the eye had a dent in it that I do not have the skill to repair so I traded it to a good home with someone who could.

In trade I got this village blacksmith set.
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on July 23, 2020, 06:12:46 PM
new addition to team red!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on July 30, 2020, 07:11:31 PM
Matco man got me.....


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 01, 2020, 01:08:39 PM
Is that really just a COB led of the Matco logo ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on August 01, 2020, 05:42:45 PM
Close your eyes, Muddy! Don't look at the Matco man.

Just one look and your wallet will turn to stone! :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on August 02, 2020, 03:50:03 PM
Is that really just a COB led of the Matco logo ?
Yep the logo is the light.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 10, 2020, 05:06:29 PM
Pin puck from CountyComm, will come in handy disassembling locks at work
Occidental Leather pouch, also for work.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 11, 2020, 12:03:06 AM
Pin puck from CountyComm, will come in handy disassembling locks at work
Occidental Leather pouch, also for work.
I need to get me one of those pin pucks for vintage airgun work.

That pocket caddy sure does seem nice, I've thought about getting one for work but I'm always getting soggy and dirty and I'm afraid it would probably not be the best choice.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 11, 2020, 12:52:46 AM
A few days ago bought a Snapon party box off Ebay to replace the Mac mac1 that my 1/4 general purpose kit has kind of outgrown , and I just ordered a 10pc SAE 6pt Wright socket set and 11pc 6pt metric Wright socket set.

When assembling my kit around the MC1 box I had to make some sacrifices to get the most useful assortment of sockets in it, but while i still love the box It eventually proved not to be quite big enough for the type of ultimate 1/4 kit I had in mind.

I decided the heart of the new kit will be as complete of a Wright tool 1/4 set as I can get while still allowing room for the other small tools, if theres room I'll add the deeps.
I've already got two contour grip ratchets flex and standard,  the contour grip flex handle, and the 6" extension.
With these sockets on the way all I'll need is the short extension,  universal,  maybe the deeps if theres room, and the spinner handle.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 14, 2020, 03:42:18 PM
Got the metrics today  to my surprise they came on a rail.
I won't be using it because it's too bulky for my application but it Is nice.
Somehow I didn't catch that, but I'm pretty sure the SAE's won't come with one.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 16, 2020, 11:21:02 AM
Ordered the rest of what I need to complete my WRIGHT 1/4 set.
9pc metric deeps
9pc SAE deeps
universal joint
2" long extension.
Spinner handle ( I hope it has the female drive in the handle as pictured, it doesn't seem that the latest production does and this may just be a dated stock photo )

I noticed for some reason they offer the metric sockets on a rail but not the SAE's  :smiley_confused1:
I don't exactly need the rails because they're too bulky for my uses but I find it curious.


I probably could've saved a bit by buying a complete sae or metric set and adding the other sockets, but I didn't know I would want an entire set when I bought the first ratchet over a year ago.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on August 26, 2020, 11:20:21 PM
Wright offers 2 different 1/4 spinners.

2442 = female drive in handle
2441 = no female drive
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 27, 2020, 04:45:45 PM
Wright offers 2 different 1/4 spinners.

2442 = female drive in handle
2441 = no female drive
Man I wish I knew that, thanks.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on August 27, 2020, 08:16:00 PM
Got this off the tool truck today...   We'll see if I can ruin some bits.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on August 27, 2020, 09:04:03 PM
Good luck with the drill doctor. I got one of the earlier versions and had a hard time getting a good drill bit. it looked really good on the cutting edge but the the trailing edge didn't drop enough. I used the DD to get the cutting edge right then I would finish it out by hand.  Maybe the newer style has corrected that. Or maybe I just wasn't using it right??? :017:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on August 27, 2020, 09:10:23 PM
Good luck with the drill doctor. I got one of the earlier versions and had a hard time getting a good drill bit. it looked really good on the cutting edge but the the trailing edge didn't drop enough. I used the DD to get the cutting edge right then I would finish it out by hand.  Maybe the newer style has corrected that. Or maybe I just wasn't using it right??? :017:
Mr Snappy said the older ones only had two tabs and tend to wobble.
He said the new ones have splines to help guide it. Supposedly these are better.

He's not the type to blow smoke, so we'll find out.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: J.A.F.E. on August 27, 2020, 11:14:04 PM
I'd be interested to hear how well it works. My old boss the troll had one. He'd take a dull bit and in seconds ruin it completely in one easy step.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on August 28, 2020, 04:48:29 PM
Jafe, I think that was the model I had :lol_hitting: :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: J.A.F.E. on August 28, 2020, 10:04:16 PM
I was wondering if that was the standard model.

Not to get too far off topic but funny story about reshrapened drills. The troll and I went to the swap meet and some guy was selling sets of bits that (according to him) had been used by an aerospace company (big company rhymes with boing) that had since closed their southern California plant. According to him the company could only use the bits so many times and then had to be sharpened and could only be sharpened so many times and he bought all the drills they surplussed. Had this elaborate display with a small drill press drilling through files and brake drums and hardened bolts and all manner of stuff. Plus all these things with thousands of holes in them. The troll bought a set of bits.

The drills worked like the ones he sharpened on the Drill Doctor. So next time he takes them back. Guy says I can't take them back you used them and gee I don't know what happened this is the first complaint I've had. But what I CAN do is sell you this bigger set for the returned drills and more money (I don't recall how much but it was a lot). So the troll buys them and sure enough they worked like the first set. He being the thrifty person he was would never admit he got taken and swore they worked like magic. Meanwhile when thought no one was looking he'd use something else. Eventually he gave them away.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on August 29, 2020, 07:47:33 AM
I'd be interested to hear how well it works. My old boss the troll had one. He'd take a dull bit and in seconds ruin it completely in one easy step.

 :)) :)) :))        I’m still laughing
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on August 30, 2020, 09:48:39 PM
i have never had luck with a sharpener either. better luck on a grinding wheel and  feel and eyeball method.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on September 02, 2020, 06:49:10 PM
a few new things over the past week or so.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on September 03, 2020, 08:20:44 PM
Bought these off the snappy truck on a buy one get one free deal. Been needing short ball allen's for awhile.


I know this is a crappy picture, but lately I haven't been happy with Snap-Ons quality control. The finish just isn't on par with the sockets I've bought in years past.  The mid length sockets I bought a year or so ago didn't seem up to their standards and the sockets didn't fit fasteners the way they should (tolerances too tight). It's getting hard to pay for "Snap-On quality" when it's not there.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on September 06, 2020, 08:31:01 AM
New williams throwback sets. They are beautiful.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: J.A.F.E. on September 06, 2020, 08:36:42 AM
Nice! Not seen that set before. Is it inches or that whacky metric stuff?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on September 06, 2020, 08:40:55 AM
Nice! Not seen that set before. Is it inches or that whacky metric stuff?
I bought one of each. The 1/2 sets come out next month and i will get both of those too.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on September 06, 2020, 09:16:49 AM
New williams throwback sets.

I wonder if the rebuild kits for those fit the older vintage Williams rats. I've got a 1/2" rat that needs a kit.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on September 06, 2020, 09:47:30 AM
I can ask the williams guy when he comes next week. He still carries rebuild kits for the old ratchets. Send me the part # and i can see if they have

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 06, 2020, 11:25:17 AM
Nice! Not seen that set before. Is it inches or that whacky metric stuff?
I don't like metric either, but have actually found myself needing it lately.

I actually needed the 4mm socket last week and that surprised the hell out of me, never thought I'd actually need it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on September 06, 2020, 05:22:06 PM
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on September 06, 2020, 05:32:22 PM
Damn that is cool. We need more pics of them.
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Post by: TacticalFun on September 06, 2020, 05:41:32 PM
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Matt_T on September 06, 2020, 05:49:28 PM
I don't like metric either, but have actually found myself needing it lately.

You sound like a PG rated version of me 30 years ago :lol_hitting: And my opinion of metrique really ain't improved any either :38:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on September 11, 2020, 12:27:55 AM
Quote from: bonneyman
I wonder if the rebuild kits for those fit the older vintage Williams rats. I've got a 1/2" rat that needs a kit.

I am pretty sure they are different. The old Williams have the lock ring holding the head together, new Williams is a single socket head cap screw through the selector holding it together (like SK Tuff-1)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on September 11, 2020, 06:26:17 AM
I don't like metric either, but have actually found myself needing it lately.

You sound like a PG rated version of me 30 years ago :lol_hitting: And my opinion of metrique really ain't improved any either :38:

No it has not, main complaint, from cars to machines. Both SAE & jimmy Carter NUTs and bolts are found in/on the same assembly .

On a positive note the metric is handy some when machining ..

Staying on topic this would be my most recent tool buy ..

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on September 11, 2020, 07:00:44 AM
Got this off the tool truck today...   We'll see if I can ruin some bits.

(https://i.postimg.cc/YSfpStcR/KIMG1542.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nsr8Rbh9)

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Drill doctor works pretty good, 1/8 up, smaller bits, not worth the trouble. Key to using it is setting the cut depth. It's the stop, the bit is pulled into, when positioning the bit in the holder.

Also found allowing the bit to free spin, not loose. As the gripper holds it, resting against the stop. The tighten the holder, is accurate and consistent for sharpening.

I just rotate the bit until it quits cutting, DD says count the turn so as you stop on at an even count.. I do better just waiting until no more material is being removed.

BTW have a spare holder laying around that will sharpen 3/4 if interested?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on September 11, 2020, 11:07:49 AM
Just bought a unused DD, works fine.   At work, 2 guys had them and couldnt get the hang of setting the bit in the holder, always poor results.   Id borrow one,  sharpen my own,  and some of theirs. Before this would use the Sioux valve grinder with its fine stone, with good results.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on September 11, 2020, 02:44:56 PM
Got this off the tool truck today...   We'll see if I can ruin some bits.

(https://i.postimg.cc/YSfpStcR/KIMG1542.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nsr8Rbh9)

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Drill doctor works pretty good, 1/8 up, smaller bits, not worth the trouble. Key to using it is setting the cut depth. It's the stop, the bit is pulled into, when positioning the bit in the holder.

Also found allowing the bit to free spin, not loose. As the gripper holds it, resting against the stop. The tighten the holder, is accurate and consistent for sharpening.

I just rotate the bit until it quits cutting, DD says count the turn so as you stop on at an even count.. I do better just waiting until no more material is being removed.

BTW have a spare holder laying around that will sharpen 3/4 if interested?
Thanks for the tips! I don't really have a use for bigger then 1/2 but thanks though

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on September 11, 2020, 04:58:07 PM
I have one and have used it successfully for well over a decade. Larger drills - above 3/8” it’s easier for me to grind by hand, but anything below that size my old DD handles very well.

Lots of vids on YouTube about setting the collet and depth correctly

Good luck Tim!


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on September 13, 2020, 11:06:42 AM
Here is link to the b52-a williams ratchet on clearance.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/aboloxtools.com/Williams-B-52A%3famp=1

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 27, 2020, 04:00:32 PM
Got a new light for work today  some items off the clearance table at the local hardware store yesterday.

(https://i.postimg.cc/sDYD74Bn/20200927-115355.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0bNsqm0m)
The bench plane actually kind of sucks but for the price I'm not out too much, I already have two sets each of these Eklind hex keys but originally paid $5 I think and at $1 I just could not pass these up
(https://i.postimg.cc/gcKThwzV/20200927-115422.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K4RfS8gj)
(https://i.postimg.cc/gcKThwzV/20200927-115422.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K4RfS8gj)
I doubt this thing actually makes the 1000 lumen claims, but the beam is clear, it's definitely nice and bright, the mode operation is something I can live with,  and I have had good luck with Nebo products in the past.
I don't really like having multiple modes, but if they do the operation right it makes things more bearable.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 06, 2020, 03:54:38 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/65nsbrvm/20201006-133902.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9rmNrq1d)
Now I just gotta find a place to put it, then I can decide what to fill it with.
I'm thinking drill bits and such.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on October 06, 2020, 06:51:56 PM
new stamp set from HJE
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: torqueman2002 on October 06, 2020, 06:53:58 PM
Sweet parts trays.

I found they're magic!   Left to them selves, parts just seem to find their way into the trays!  :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 06, 2020, 07:10:50 PM
Sweet parts trays.

I found they're magic!   Left to them selves, parts just seem to find their way into the trays!  :great:
I spent $25 on this thing and now I'm reorganizing the whole garage just so I've got a good place to put it.
I could have easily saved the money and the headache but I saw this thing and just had to have it.  :-[
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on October 06, 2020, 11:14:12 PM
In the past year these ACE Hardware screwdrivers have been finding me.  Not all one place either.  Found 10 now, handles feel great,  logo seems to be early 1950s. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 07, 2020, 12:26:16 PM
In the past year these ACE Hardware screwdrivers have been finding me.  Not all one place either.  Found 10 now, handles feel great,  logo seems to be early 1950s.
I like those, the logo is really cool.

Funny thing is that vintage Ace hardware tools seem to be a bit scarce or unappreciated.

Youl hear about master mechanic from true value, Keen Kutter from EC Simmonds, Bluegrass from Bellknap hardware,  you name it but rarely Ace.
I suppose they probably just never really had anything too interesting.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Papaw on October 08, 2020, 01:55:20 PM
Been buying up old Auto Kit and Indestro wrenches to make sets to sell.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 09, 2020, 07:27:37 PM
Been buying up old Auto Kit and Indestro wrenches to make sets to sell.
I always thought those were cool.
A few years ago a found a mint set at the flea market for $7 but already bought a bunch of stuff and had no more cash on me.
I don't remember the brand which I know wasn't Indestro , but they seemed very well made.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 22, 2020, 04:37:28 PM
New pair of justin conductor's for work.
(https://i.postimg.cc/pX6KQZgf/20201022-121723.jpg)
I got about two years out of the first pair there , and If they didn't smell so bad they could use a resole.
 (https://postimg.cc/JGjyMb70)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on October 22, 2020, 07:43:39 PM
Old with the old....





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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on October 22, 2020, 09:14:59 PM
New pair of justin conductor's for work.
(https://i.postimg.cc/pX6KQZgf/20201022-121723.jpg)
I got about two years out of the first pair there , and If the7y didn't smell so bad they could use a resole.
 (https://postimg.cc/JGjyMb70)

You have sweaty/stinky feet?
LOL sorry if that is too personal...if you do, I highly recommend one of these Peet boot dryers, if you don't already have one:
https://www.amazon.com/PEET-Original-2-Shoe-Electric-Dryer/dp/B001J4HQ76/ref=asc_df_B001J4HQ76/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167126206764&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14715567286804811788&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015551&hvtargid=pla-307113301382&psc=1

My feet sweat 24/7 and my boots used to stink so bad I would have to leave them outside. Not any more! Also helped me finally eradicate athlete's foot i was never able to clear up before. I shoot a blast of Lysol in each one after work and let them dry overnight.

Oh, and Peet is made in USA!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on October 23, 2020, 06:19:41 PM
new Klein crimpers and an Enderes driver from Bonneyman.
Wiha drivers for work
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on October 23, 2020, 07:33:50 PM
i like the grips on those crimpers. are they a new model?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on October 25, 2020, 12:53:34 PM
Yes, fairly new. Model 2005N
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: RustFarmer on October 25, 2020, 06:10:49 PM
I highly recommend one of these Peet boot dryers, if you don't already have one:
https://www.amazon.com/PEET-Original-2-Shoe-Electric-Dryer/dp/B001J4HQ76/ref=asc_df_B001J4HQ76/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167126206764&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14715567286804811788&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015551&hvtargid=pla-307113301382&psc=1

My feet sweat 24/7 and my boots used to stink so bad I would have to leave them outside. Not any more! Also helped me finally eradicate athlete's foot i was never able to clear up before. I shoot a blast of Lysol in each one after work and let them dry overnight.

Oh, and Peet is made in USA!

+1 on the Peet Boot Dryer.  It also warms the boots, which I really like as I get older.

In the winter, I never unplug mine.  I rotate boots and wool socks through out the day.  Wake up, put warm boots on feet, put on-deck boots on the Peet.  Repeat as socks get wet.

I love Winter!  People who don't like winter, don't have the right clothing.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 27, 2020, 01:25:52 PM
New pair of justin conductor's for work.
(https://i.postimg.cc/pX6KQZgf/20201022-121723.jpg)
I got about two years out of the first pair there , and If the7y didn't smell so bad they could use a resole.
 (https://postimg.cc/JGjyMb70)

You have sweaty/stinky feet?
LOL sorry if that is too personal...if you do, I highly recommend one of these Peet boot dryers, if you don't already have one:
https://www.amazon.com/PEET-Original-2-Shoe-Electric-Dryer/dp/B001J4HQ76/ref=asc_df_B001J4HQ76/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167126206764&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14715567286804811788&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9015551&hvtargid=pla-307113301382&psc=1

My feet sweat 24/7 and my boots used to stink so bad I would have to leave them outside. Not any more! Also helped me finally eradicate athlete's foot i was never able to clear up before. I shoot a blast of Lysol in each one after work and let them dry overnight.

Oh, and Peet is made in USA!
Not my feet, my boots are constantly getting lots of water and , oil, and random smelly stuff on them.
Without the boot dryer it's difficult to find a chance to clean them where they'll be dry by the next time you go to lace them up.
Even with my 3 step treatment of neatsfoot oil,  Obenauffs heavy duty LP,  and a top coat of Angelus neutral polish ( for it's waxy water repelling coating) you still gotta go at em with some saddle soap then retreat every couple weeks or so.

Btw that boot dryer looks like the perfect choice, affordable, and US made.
My current one is this crappy cheap one that's mostly ment for sneakers.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 27, 2020, 01:49:27 PM
Ordered the peet boot dryer.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 28, 2020, 06:20:44 PM
somehow the peet boot dryer I ordered yesterday arrived today.
And no I didn't buy it off Amazon,  I do not do business with those bastards.


I was surprised that it makes absolutely zero noise, I know the other thing was very noise and annoying.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on October 30, 2020, 03:55:03 AM
I didn't purchase these, I picked them up off the road a couple of weeks ago. I was walking from Okere to Mourea with my contractor and one of my project managers working out how we can fit a combined footpath/cycleway in between the road and the lake within a fixed budget.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201030/2524bbf2b70433ca5fc68d90f14b3683.jpg)
I don't recognise the brand, probably Chincom. A bit beaten up but OK to live in the door pocket of my ute.
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on November 01, 2020, 11:15:41 AM
made a trade with a buddy for this beauty!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on November 02, 2020, 05:42:44 PM
I needed a small press for a bushing project coming up so off to Horrible Fright to get some Chinese tools to work on a Japanese truck.  :))
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Post by: john k on November 03, 2020, 12:33:24 PM
I always dig thru boxes for the old, odd, and unusual.   I believe these were found in the same hunt,  sure are similarly dirty and worn.  The top one might be owner modified,  edges are factory smooth,  a Plomb.    Bonney, then a Herbrand.  Figured not too unusual, still good users, right?
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Post by: fatfillup on November 03, 2020, 03:19:29 PM
Wow, that Herbrand has some wide opening.  That looks like a problem on a stuck line
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 03, 2020, 06:20:50 PM
I needed a small press for a bushing project coming up so off to Horrible Fright to get some Chinese tools to work on a Japanese truck.  :))
Let me know what you think of that light

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on November 03, 2020, 07:28:55 PM
I needed a small press for a bushing project coming up so off to Horrible Fright to get some Chinese tools to work on a Japanese truck.  :))
Let me know what you think of that light

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 :))    I actually have one of those and they are great.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on November 03, 2020, 07:36:36 PM
Wow, that Herbrand has some wide opening.  That looks like a problem on a stuck line

I was looking at that. I'm of the opinion that it was probably modified for a specific job.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: J.A.F.E. on November 03, 2020, 07:37:08 PM
I needed a small press for a bushing project coming up so off to Horrible Fright to get some Chinese tools to work on a Japanese truck.  :))

I have that press. It works better than I expected and has held up suprisingly well - so much so I got the adapter set for it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 03, 2020, 08:45:24 PM
I needed a small press for a bushing project coming up so off to Horrible Fright to get some Chinese tools to work on a Japanese truck.  :))
Let me know what you think of that light

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 :))    I actually have one of those and they are great.
Thanks I'll be picking one up then!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 03, 2020, 11:35:12 PM
I ordered and received this tool last week.
(https://i.postimg.cc/KjxDsdBb/DSCN2167.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

I'll give you a hint, it is a tool used in the repair of something which is mostly made of brass and American walnut.
It is used on products from two manufacturers, one named after an American civil war general and the other named after a man who liked to fly Kites in poor weather.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on November 03, 2020, 11:41:50 PM
Must be a tool for use on airguns.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bmwrd0 on November 04, 2020, 08:13:39 AM
It's to replace the rear seal on a Crossman airgun. They work pretty well on the models with serial numbers, but the pre-numbered ones have a bit of an extra problem installing that seal, but I cannot remember what. It did take me a few tries to get it right though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 04, 2020, 09:44:03 AM
It's to replace the rear seal on a Crossman airgun. They work pretty well on the models with serial numbers, but the pre-numbered ones have a bit of an extra problem installing that seal, but I cannot remember what. It did take me a few tries to get it right though.
It is for removing the head of the soldered in valves on rifles made by Sheridan products Inc and those made by the Benjamin air rifle co.
The square end removes the retaining nut and the other end has a threaded tool you screw onto the valve head to pull it out.

Most crosmans use a cartridge valve that just drops right out, and while you'll be rebuilding a vintage valve back in the day and on current guns today the idea was / is to just order a new valve and drop it in.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 04, 2020, 09:45:17 AM
Must be a tool for use on airguns.
Yep, for Benjamin air rifles and Sheridan air rifles.
Removes the retaining nut then the other end screws on to pull the top off the soldered in valve.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 20, 2020, 11:31:46 AM
Ordered and received two of these, my old Swingaway and ECK0 can openers from my grandmother were worn out and no longer working very well.
(https://i.postimg.cc/J0J0gQDy/d3226058-2f5c-466a-b8df-9b29ddbe9703-1-a281816f1b9f7fd20f3826b0609b1d74.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rRVqRx9c)
The last American made can opener you can get ( aside from a p-38 /p-51, or on a leatherman...ect ) and they work extremely well, the other will be a gift.

The John J Steuby company purchased the original machinery from the Swingaway factory after they went under, and started making them again.
I love how proud they are to be producing these in America, and the patriotic writing on the packaging is the icing on the cake for me.
Theres more on the back,  I'll have to take a picture.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on November 26, 2020, 10:25:05 AM
I have one of those can openers, found it hanging on an endcap at Save-A-Lot of all places. It seems sturdy, I doubt I will ever wear it out.

I have been buying a bunch of vintage stuff here lately. I think this is the only new tool I picked up.

Irwin 1902420 bent needle nose pliers, 6-3/4" long w/ cutter, made in Germany by NWS. The pliers themselves do not have a visible coo but the packaging said Germany.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: ron350 on November 26, 2020, 02:42:13 PM
Dave those are good looking pliers where did you find them.
Thanks Ron.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 26, 2020, 05:01:54 PM
I've heard good things about the NWS made pliers, I find the modern styling of the grips ugly so I won't be buying them but I'm sure they're a good tool.

I know it's just a tool and I shouldn't care, but if they're just a tool and nobody should care why does this modern styling exist on tools these days anyways ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on November 26, 2020, 09:10:28 PM

I know it's just a tool and I shouldn't care, but if they're just a tool and nobody should care why does this modern styling exist on tools these days anyways ?

Its marketing, everyone wants the new and improved. if you sell a good product that last forever, coming out with new and improved is one way to get people to buy more. If it looked exactly the same as the old one in the tool box, people would be less inclined to buy a new one.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 26, 2020, 09:19:53 PM
Traded in my Snappy for this beauty.

15" 3/8" flexhead



(https://i.postimg.cc/T1mBXY05/KIMG1662.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N2sd6tWQ)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on November 26, 2020, 09:47:51 PM
Very nice Tim. Does the flex head have a lock?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on November 26, 2020, 09:50:33 PM
Ron350, thank you. I found this pair on eBay, I dont think Irwin sells them any more. A while back they were clearanced out of Lowe's and could be had very cheap. I usually don't buy Irwin tools but there were 8 or so models they sold that were made by NWS. This is my 3rd pair, and i also have one branded NWS. They are fantastic pliers.

Hickory, i am right there with you man. I don't like trendy, futuristic tool designs. These (like Knipex) are the comfort grip models with the crazy designs on them. I know Knipex has just the plain red plastic grips, NWS i believe does something similar.

I bought a pair of the pistol grip style needlenose Irwin/NWS on clearance at Lowe's for something silly like $8 or so and that is how I got hooked. The Irwins only had the comfort grips, I got them because they were cheap. They aren't bad at all in use, and have some advantages.

NWS pliers are fantastic though, regardless of appearance. I love mine. I just dont have a lot of them.

Muddy, love that matco!!!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on November 26, 2020, 10:31:52 PM
Traded in my Snappy for this beauty.

15" 3/8" flexhead



(https://i.postimg.cc/T1mBXY05/KIMG1662.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N2sd6tWQ)

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me like!  :)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on November 27, 2020, 09:50:23 AM
I started taking another look at Matco tools a few years ago and I too am liking what I see. If I were still a professional wrencher I'd be buying their tools.   :PDT_Armataz_01_37:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 27, 2020, 11:34:16 AM

I know it's just a tool and I shouldn't care, but if they're just a tool and nobody should care why does this modern styling exist on tools these days anyways ?

Its marketing, everyone wants the new and improved. if you sell a good product that last forever, coming out with new and improved is one way to get people to buy more. If it looked exactly the same as the old one in the tool box, people would be less inclined to buy a new one.
I understand that, it just puts me off but luckily there are options for me.
I could always probably plastidip over the ugly pattern or possibly replace the grips with Klein-koat grips.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on November 27, 2020, 03:09:46 PM
1" drive 22mm hytorq

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on November 27, 2020, 08:43:20 PM
1" drive 22mm hytorq

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I imagine those Swedish tools hold up very well.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TacticalFun on November 27, 2020, 08:47:58 PM
1" drive 22mm hytorq

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I imagine those Swedish tools hold up very well.
Good for 9000 ftlbs

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on November 27, 2020, 11:33:40 PM
Geez, that looks like a hydraulic jack piston! :a102:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 28, 2020, 04:31:14 AM
I just ordered a nice condition vintage silco 31pc flatwear set off Ebay, and yes I consider these a form of tool.

Call me crazy, but I have a favorite spoon.
I wanted a fork to do with it but couldn't find a match, changed my search words and came across a complete set that matches it.
I didn't really need an entire set, but I'll be happy to ditch the rest of my import junk in favor of some American made Silco goodness.

This old one's getting a bit rough ( yes it's a serving spoon, a bit bigger than a tablespoon) so it may get relegated to a drill.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on November 28, 2020, 09:32:26 AM
I always liked the Spork. Having a fork, spoon, and knife all in one utensil appealed to the survivalist in me.  :)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 28, 2020, 11:07:19 AM
I always liked the Spork. Having a fork, spoon, and knife all in one utensil appealed to the survivalist in me.  :)
I never took to the spork because I need one to hold the food with and the other to cut it with.
The standard no knife edge plastic spork always worked well in the school cafeteria though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 29, 2020, 10:06:00 AM
Very nice Tim. Does the flex head have a lock?
Yes it does. That was one of the reasons for trading. The Snap-On has a very clumsy locking system.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 01, 2020, 07:12:23 PM
newest Klein Journeyman cable cutters on left to replace the ones on the right
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on December 02, 2020, 04:51:17 PM
^^^^^great tool
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Post by: ron350 on December 04, 2020, 06:51:38 PM
Davethorik I like the Irwin pliers #1902420 except for the lanyard eyelets. Guess I will be removing the eyelet from the finger side because this is where your little finger goes.
Red arrow points to the offending eyelet.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on December 04, 2020, 09:35:17 PM
Snappy got me on one of these... Magnet is good and strong and it's nice and bright. Its run time is a bit disappointing at 3 hrs and 4 hrs to charge full.

(https://i.postimg.cc/gkQ0Q2m6/KIMG1680.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnyd6dwY)

(https://i.postimg.cc/gknJgZFW/KIMG1681.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N5vBMLjJ)



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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on December 05, 2020, 07:49:29 PM
Davethorik I like the Irwin pliers #1902420 except for the lanyard eyelets. Guess I will be removing the eyelet from the finger side because this is where your little finger goes.
Red arrow points to the offending eyelet.

Ron, I could not agree more. My other Irwin/NWS pliers are larger and the lanyard thingy doesnt rub your finger (the linesmans and the ergo-multi). I plan to take a straight razor and cheese grater it off.

 I have only used mine twice so far, once to remove about 20 heavy duty staples out of a few documents. Flawless. The other was to cut a bunch of small pieces of plastic in the cutters, which it did very well. The cutters meet dead even, when held up against a light there are no gaps, simply holding the tool at rest. That is impressive.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on December 06, 2020, 08:20:01 PM
Went to HF today. Took advantage of some coupons. (Does anyone seriously buy something without one?)

I've been misusing my chrome sockets at home. so i picked up this 37 peice set. My 1/2 impacts at work are HF and haven't broken a single one in 10 yrs. These will do just fine for home use.


(https://i.postimg.cc/fWrf0yJJ/KIMG1702.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/V5XCxY98)



This year I am going to make six pack carriers for the husband's in our group of friends for Christmas presents. So I thought itd be handy to have a finish nailer. I picked up their infamous 2 n 1 18ga nailer/stapler. For what I paid I'm not expecting much, however reviews for this nailer/stapler are very good.


(https://i.postimg.cc/SKgZsp34/KIMG1703.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JyB36SRY)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 09, 2020, 07:33:21 PM
picked up this Milwaukee set on Monday.
Gave the sawzall blades to a coworker, added my Morse holesaws and drills to the kit and it's perfect!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 15, 2020, 07:13:01 PM
got some more Klein :)

Wolverine Brass pump pliers, in my color...orange!
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Post by: hickory n Steel on December 27, 2020, 07:25:04 PM
Some Dunlop rubber wellingtons,  and a smaller True Temper plastic rake for dog poop duty.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kG1gtX1W/20201227-161325.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XB5bR30v)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 28, 2020, 02:16:10 PM
I just got this little moody set in.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kMvTxfKC/20201228-115103.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3WWjhjtf)
Definitely nicer than the Craftsman version I have, though it's plastic holder is much more convenient than this vinyl pouch that's kind of fiddly to deal with.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 29, 2020, 12:49:50 PM
MOODY doesn't offer this cool little 22pc set anymore,  so I had to buy this NOS set off Ebay, and it'll probably be a while before I get it I'm sure.
(https://i.postimg.cc/rpjcsb83/s-l400-15.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on December 29, 2020, 06:01:49 PM
I just got this little moody set in.
(https://i.postimg.cc/kMvTxfKC/20201228-115103.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3WWjhjtf)
Definitely nicer than the Craftsman version I have, though it's plastic holder is much more convenient than this vinyl pouch that's kind of fiddly to deal with.
I like that!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on December 31, 2020, 12:45:23 PM
Only tools I bought over the last month were gifts. I did buy some consumables as I got the sawzall blades at HD and the Lenox blades at TSC. I bought the Lenox blades on clearance and the 2 pack ended up the about the price of one blade.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 31, 2020, 03:31:41 PM

I was so impressed with the driver set that I wanted to try some of their other stuff so I ordered this cool Moody mini max set off Ebay earlier this week, it's been shipped but hasn't arrived yet.

(https://i.postimg.cc/9fxXYC0P/s-l400-15.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

It's a shame they don't seem to offer a set like this anymore,  you can either get specific individual sets or the big $150 sets which I don't need.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 31, 2020, 08:04:18 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/mkDVP1JH/20201231-163214.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9R6yS0Wm)
A knife is one of man's oldest tools after all.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 04, 2021, 04:17:13 PM
Payed $15 with one of the $5 ace rewards I got in the mail the other day, I'll buy the metrics when the other becomes valid on the 16th.
No sense paying full price when I can just wait a little and save $5.
(https://i.postimg.cc/4yVsr1xn/20210104-134501.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dZsbCrdK)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on January 04, 2021, 06:23:53 PM
If you chuck those tee handles up in a drill they make a really good paint stirrer.  :lol_hitting: Might discolor the handle a bit.  :93:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 04, 2021, 08:36:16 PM
If you chuck those tee handles up in a drill they make a really good paint stirrer.  :lol_hitting: Might discolor the handle a bit.  :93:
At least they also stamp them unlike Bondhus does these days, so even if I did that I'd still know what size they are.  ;)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on January 11, 2021, 06:21:20 PM
ordered a Wright 9180 from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Wright-Tool-9180-Four-Way-Screwdriver/dp/B0042SY0P2 . Both the catalog and the Amazon listing, show a translucent dark red handle similar to the old Upson drivers. This is what arrived. I called Wright and they said they make 2 different styles of handles. Not sure if I am going to return it or not.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 11, 2021, 08:01:04 PM
ordered a Wright 9180 from Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Wright-Tool-9180-Four-Way-Screwdriver/dp/B0042SY0P2 . Both the catalog and the Amazon listing, show a translucent dark red handle similar to the old Upson drivers. This is what arrived. I called Wright and they said they make 2 different styles of handles. Not sure if I am going to return it or not.
Pratt-Read manufacturers the screwdrivers for WRIGHT,  but like WRIGHT it seems you can only buy their stuff through distributors or under various brands that the contract for.

I've had a Similar issue with a spinner handle, WRIGHT offers one with the female drive in the handle and one without but many sellers don't notice the difference in the stock photos and  often use the wrong one.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 13, 2021, 02:10:54 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/N07kdTJR/20210113-120104.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zLvhBL1f)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 13, 2021, 07:23:15 PM
New set of picks for work.



(https://i.postimg.cc/tgpSKfRM/KIMG1752.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDZNWfr1)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on January 13, 2021, 07:34:20 PM
Eww nice. 👍🏼  :bravo_2: I need some new ones. I bet those don’t bend like Horrible Frights.  :08:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 14, 2021, 09:58:59 PM
I actually don't have a set of picks like that yet , but there have been times where they might have come in handy.
I think I'll probably just get a Pratt-Read  set at some point,  I've been pretty happy with their stuff for the money.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 17, 2021, 02:34:26 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/SxRtS2r9/20210117-113106.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nX81TLNV)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 17, 2021, 05:25:13 PM
Eww nice.   :bravo_2: I need some new ones. I bet those don’t bend like Horrible Frights.  :08:
No they don't. They are sharp though lol.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: oldnslo on January 18, 2021, 07:32:45 AM
I stopped by a neighborhood garage sale on the way to an errand, and bought a gaggle of non-needed tools and a kids bike for the granddaughter.

The most notable items are a working Cman block grinder that will need a tool rest fabrication on one side for $10, and a 4" long nose Vise Grip in decent shape. I never knew they made them that small. No pics, but you folks know what that stuff looks like.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on January 18, 2021, 08:14:05 AM
A Block grinder for $10 is a win any day. Congrats OnS -- post a few pics of that unit when you get a chance. BTW what HP rating does it have ?

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Post by: skfarmer on January 18, 2021, 09:28:33 AM
nice buys and at that price who cares what size they are !  :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 18, 2021, 10:07:43 AM
I stopped by a neighborhood garage sale on the way to an errand, and bought a gaggle of non-needed tools and a kids bike for the granddaughter.

The most notable items are a working Cman block grinder that will need a tool rest fabrication on one side for $10, and a 4" long nose Vise Grip in decent shape. I never knew they made them that small. No pics, but you folks know what that stuff looks like.
Petersons, Irwin's , or no name ?
The no names are a dime a dozen and Irwin offers some small ones, but I've never seen a mini pair of Petersons.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: oldnslo on January 18, 2021, 10:23:24 AM
Its a 1/4 HP. The front had some metallic blue overspray which has mostly been removed now with lacquer thinner.. The cord was another story, with someone grafting another 10' of a 3-wire extension cord with the ground wire going nowhere. I have that extension now repurposed, and have a 2 prong section that will be put in place at some future time.

If anyone has a lead on that right side housing, do drop me a PM please. I could use blast shields as well, heck even the tool rest would save me from fabrication.

Oh...the 4LN vice grips are Peterson of course. There be NO substitutes or wannabees in this boys toolbox. Exmple pic here: https://www.jensentools.com/vise-grip-4ln-4-long-nose-locking-pliers-with-cutter/p/644wr021


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 18, 2021, 11:58:11 AM
Its a 1/4 HP. The front had some metallic blue overspray which has mostly been removed now with lacquer thinner.. The cord was another story, with someone grafting another 10' of a 3-wire extension cord with the ground wire going nowhere. I have that extension now repurposed, and have a 2 prong section that will be put in place at some future time.

If anyone has a lead on that right side housing, do drop me a PM please. I could use blast shields as well, heck even the tool rest would save me from fabrication.

Oh...the 4LN vice grips are Peterson of course. There be NO substitutes or wannabees in this boys toolbox. Exmple pic here: https://www.jensentools.com/vise-grip-4ln-4-long-nose-locking-pliers-with-cutter/p/644wr021
Just like my '58 but much less rusty even has no shields and only 1 shelf like mine.


Those petersons are cool, I've tried to find some small ones on Ebay but have came up with anything and assumed they didn't exist.
Now I know what to look for.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 18, 2021, 01:58:59 PM
Got my TOYO ST350 just a bit ago, and boy it's an amazing little box.
(https://i.postimg.cc/nLx7cyqm/20210118-111052.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/v4PD0Sq8)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3x50nsSq/20210118-111311.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nC2LLPtK)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Davethorik on January 21, 2021, 06:30:36 AM
NOS Starrett HC530M-20 tape measure.
Satin chrome tape, metric 20 meter, with hook

Been after a NOS Starrett for years, in fact my inability to find one led me to collect NOS Lufkins. Lmao. I'd still love to find an older Starrett with the stitched leather case, but they are uncommon.
Even though this is newer, I am still super-duper pleased I finally found one.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on January 21, 2021, 06:12:38 PM
niiiiice
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: zktk01 on January 28, 2021, 08:06:33 PM
That is a Nice Tape Measure I have an old beatup Lufkin
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Post by: hickory n Steel on January 28, 2021, 09:19:21 PM
Maybe not a tool in the traditional sense, but it's a tool for keeping me warm  ;)

(https://i.postimg.cc/SN6sr9Z9/20210128-153755-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fJbDWVQW)
This 60's Woolrich is warm ,lightweight, and comfortable.
Not great for working in the shop, but I've got a cheap beater jacket for that.

I don't know what this particular pattern of jacket is officially called , I think it most resembles a cruiser but it doesn't really matter.
Luckily it wasn't sold under one of the common hipster bait titles like " Mackinaw cruiser " or " CPO " so I didn't have to pay too much for it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on January 30, 2021, 05:22:34 PM
I ‘needed’ this!
https://imgur.com/gallery/kItj6hW
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 05, 2021, 03:48:18 PM
I was at the hardware store buying a needle valve for the water shutoff to the cooler, and I saw something I was missing from my house /go box.
An American made 8" pipe wrench,
I can't confirm,  but the mobile jaw sure is a dead ringer for a current RIGID and I have no clue who else could have made it.
If you've got any ideas let me know.
(https://i.postimg.cc/fy5P8msz/20210205-133607.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LgYvXqhw)

It's buttery smooth, and very nicely finished.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MHrDcDxQ/20210205-133706.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sG7Sq5Mj)

I don't know why it was $22 when the 10" was only $19, but I figured what the hell and bought it anyway.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 05, 2021, 07:55:55 PM
we got a new grinder at  the shop!
https://imgur.com/wdH9C5e
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on February 05, 2021, 08:53:08 PM
That Baldor is definitely drool worthy. :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 07, 2021, 02:09:12 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/1XhFSVDw/20210207-120157.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sQmx9X6g)

These cheap inox brand polycarbonate safety glasses have always been good to me, especially 3/$5.
The greenlee pouch is meant to hold a pair of electricians scissors and a cable splicing knife, it was only $5.
I have the scissors, but not the splicing knife that I don't necessarily need.
You can't beat 50 cents a piece for the brushes.

Oh and just to make up for these imported goods that I bought I picked up a little something domestic  ;)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y9hc7htr/20210205-112048.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k63YFMVz)upload images (https://postimages.org/)
I had some premium rewards points that got me a good deal on the little 6233 at the hardware store.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on February 08, 2021, 11:41:30 AM
good looking knife.

jeff's grinder....... :djparty:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 08, 2021, 03:32:46 PM
Mystery solved , I feel so dumb for not noticing it before  :-[
(https://i.postimg.cc/T3bdF5dv/20210208-132947.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tsXGVTnB)
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Post by: bonneyman on February 08, 2021, 03:40:07 PM
That double pouch leather holder is a neat idea! Me likey! :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 09, 2021, 11:33:18 AM
Not sure how I feel about the plastic knob, but my old import sure doesn't work very well anymore and I needed a new one.

(https://i.postimg.cc/xC8t50K6/20210209-093057.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PpGWrnVD)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bmwrd0 on February 09, 2021, 04:49:51 PM
That double pouch leather holder is a neat idea! Me likey! :great:
We all used those at the phone company, holds a small knife and a pair of electricians snips. I still keep one one my bench and one in my tool bag.
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 09, 2021, 07:04:40 PM
yes! someone else who calls them by their proper name, snips!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on February 11, 2021, 03:36:41 PM
4 inch Cobras, smallest they make. I have all the rest so why not ;)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210211/86740300b6070dcde5810d95d67c8293.jpg)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 11, 2021, 04:30:15 PM
Klein calls these " serrated electricians scissors with strippers " .
(https://i.postimg.cc/W47M700n/100cs.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TypLdL7L)
 they're exactly what I have which go in this pouch.

(https://i.postimg.cc/GpnWDnjD/20210211-143526.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Hr3vGKRW)
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Post by: fatfillup on February 12, 2021, 05:03:54 AM
4 inch Cobras, smallest they make. I have all the rest so why not ;)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210211/86740300b6070dcde5810d95d67c8293.jpg)

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Gotta find me a pair of those, I have the Knipex affliction too
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 13, 2021, 05:33:33 PM
Hit a yardsale today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZKFQjHPw/20210213-152514.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2VyTS4KW)

The stihl trimmer was $20 because it wouldn't feed the line, and the mower was $25 because it wouldn't start.

Both are fairly recent, and both turned out to work perfectly.
A couple blasts of starter fluid and the mower fired right up like new, the trimmer just had some line tangled in it because they spooled it in wrong.

I had no clue Stihl trimmers were made in China but you can't beat $20 regardless.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 13, 2021, 06:31:20 PM
Great deals!

Well, everything's going to China. Nobody can resist that cheap labor! Just gotta make sure you've got spare parts for when stuff breaks - which it will.

Probably halfway through your front lawn!  :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 13, 2021, 07:41:37 PM
Great deals!

Well, everything's going to China. Nobody can resist that cheap labor! Just gotta make sure you've got spare parts for when stuff breaks - which it will.

Probably halfway through your front lawn!  :))
For the $20 payed if this one fails I'll either buy a better one or stick to the 20v B&D trimmer that has been great to me.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on February 13, 2021, 11:38:44 PM
Snapon 10mm, for 50 cents, next to an 11mm I have had.   Will never know why somebody needed an obstruction wrench so bad.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 14, 2021, 09:18:52 AM
Snapon 10mm, for 50 cents, next to an 11mm I have had.   Will never know why somebody needed an obstruction wrench so bad.

Sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do!  :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on February 14, 2021, 10:29:34 AM
Snapon 10mm, for 50 cents, next to an 11mm I have had.   Will never know why somebody needed an obstruction wrench so bad.

BTDT. I've got a few sacrificial snappys.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 14, 2021, 11:09:35 AM
Picked this up for doing cam and crank seals


(https://i.postimg.cc/6QjqKn3P/Snapchat-587310312.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FvNBFLd)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on February 14, 2021, 01:22:52 PM
Wow thats small. got much power at that size?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on February 14, 2021, 08:19:13 PM
i have that same impact muddy. i have a feeling you will like it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 16, 2021, 09:25:50 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1PtrypF/20210216-183951.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PCPmYZjm)

And as always when China is the only option,  I have to balance out the universe by also buying some American goodness.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NjNm7NzY/20210216-184046.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDZD7TKr)
I've got a nice pair of Utica 6" dykes I bought NOS a year or two ago and they don't cut even remotely as well as these.
Hell I had a pair of Channellock #338 dykes that didn't cut as easily as these little e336 seem to.

The mini prybar - scraper from Vaughn/Dasco is fairly new I believe, I've never seen them before.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 17, 2021, 08:13:07 AM
Those plastic bladed cutter wheels seemed to be all the rage a few years ago. I remember selling them over at the hardware store. You'll have to tell me how well you think they worked compared to the fishing line. I might switch over as well.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 17, 2021, 09:38:38 AM
Those plastic bladed cutter wheels seemed to be all the rage a few years ago. I remember selling them over at the hardware store. You'll have to tell me how well you think they worked compared to the fishing line. I might switch over as well.
Will do.
I've got a lot of weeds around here ( that's why I own 7 machetes and a sickle) and can definitely put it through it's paces.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on February 17, 2021, 04:26:00 PM
Those plastic bladed cutter wheels seemed to be all the rage a few years ago. I remember selling them over at the hardware store. You'll have to tell me how well you think they worked compared to the fishing line. I might switch over as well.
One breaks and it will shake as its now off balance. They work but break pretty easily in my limited time using them. Once I ran out of new blades never again
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 17, 2021, 09:24:26 PM
Maybe I should just get a goat.  :93:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 17, 2021, 09:46:57 PM
Wow thats small. got much power at that size?
Surprisingly yes it hits pretty hard for it's small stature

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 18, 2021, 09:01:21 AM
Wow thats small. got much power at that size?
Surprisingly yes it hits pretty hard for it's small stature

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How do you think that works? You guys all run approximately the same air pressure, right? So how can a smaller tool - with smaller guts I'd think - have the same impact power as a larger tool? Not criticizing, just asking about tools I've never used.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on February 18, 2021, 09:09:14 AM
Snapon 10mm, for 50 cents, next to an 11mm I have had.   Will never know why somebody needed an obstruction wrench so bad.

Sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do!  :lol_hitting:

That's a good case for keeping a drawer full of cheap yard sale wrenches.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on February 18, 2021, 09:10:58 AM
Picked this up for doing cam and crank seals


(https://i.postimg.cc/6QjqKn3P/Snapchat-587310312.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8FvNBFLd)

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Very nice Tim. HF seems to be upping its game. I think their Earthquake line is one of the best air tool bargains on the market today.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 20, 2021, 06:32:36 AM
I didn't buy this 45 gallon Husky tote ,but someone left behind a pretty new one just like it in the parking lot at work this morning and I was told to toss it in the dumpster.
It had nothing but a hose of some kind in it
(https://i.postimg.cc/k5tFPzrY/black-red-husky-storage-bins-206201-64-1000.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cK08QDLf)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on February 20, 2021, 01:12:12 PM
a tote on wheels? good score, handy for all sorts of things.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 20, 2021, 09:29:44 PM
a tote on wheels? good score, handy for all sorts of things.
I decided to mess with the neighbors who leave their Christmas decorations up too long so I left my Halloween decorations up, I'm probably going to store my Halloween decorations in it.

Of course theres lots of possibilities,  and it was free so I don't have to feel bad about buying something I'd need to find a use for.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: oldnslo on February 21, 2021, 07:39:57 AM
Speaking of messing with neighbors...I had a good neighbor who from time to time would display his vintage John Deere out front on his lawn during Xmas. Usually without Xmas lights. One year, I put a for sale sign on it.

That was not looked upon particularly kindly.

Pffffft! He's not the comedian, I am.  :P
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 21, 2021, 09:00:21 AM
Speaking of messing with neighbors...I had a good neighbor who from time to time would display his vintage John Deere out front on his lawn during Xmas. Usually without Xmas lights. One year, I put a for sale sign on it.

That was not looked upon particularly kindly.

Pffffft! He's not the comedian, I am.  :P

LOL
Yeah, most people I've found out don't appreciate humor.

If the above scenario was me, I'd have added the word "wife" and hung that sign on your front door!   :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 22, 2021, 03:27:59 PM
Well that Stihl trimmer I got for $20 about a week ago stopped working and I kind of wanted one with the easy starting feature anyways.
After a few hours of messing with it trying to get it running I just said screw it and bought a new trimmer.
Instead of getting the same $150 Chinese made model, I went for the $170 American built model with the easy starting feature.
(https://i.postimg.cc/WbFq37QM/20210222-132017.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Tpx3Nn2w)

I'll mess with the other some more and if I can't figure it out I may take it to the Stihl shop at the local hardware and let them fix it.
It's got spark but the new spark plug I put in the other day was bone dry today,  and now after having taken it apart to go through the carburetor the priming bulb no longer works  ???
I don't know what's going on.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 22, 2021, 08:25:09 PM
This little 1989 Buck 705 pony just arrived today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/02gQY7tv/20210222-172231.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4n5sZHk2)
I quite love small 2 blade slipjoints and this one is great, it's never been used but has obviously sat around for 30 years without the box.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 24, 2021, 08:15:00 PM
Wow thats small. got much power at that size?
Surprisingly yes it hits pretty hard for it's small stature

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How do you think that works? You guys all run approximately the same air pressure, right? So how can a smaller tool - with smaller guts I'd think - have the same impact power as a larger tool? Not criticizing, just asking about tools I've never used.
I would think it's RPM. If the smaller motor can build up speed quicker it has more inertia to put in to the impact mechanism. Idk if that right but it sounds good lol

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 24, 2021, 08:15:32 PM
This little 1989 Buck 705 pony just arrived today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/02gQY7tv/20210222-172231.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4n5sZHk2)
I quite love small 2 blade slipjoints and this one is great, it's never been used but has obviously sat around for 30 years without the box.
Very nice!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on February 25, 2021, 01:57:34 PM
Just thought this was funny.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 25, 2021, 02:31:50 PM
Just thought this was funny.

Betcha that's a bang of a tool.  :hee20hee20hee:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 28, 2021, 04:01:20 PM
Sort of a tool, it does a specific job and it's made to look like a tool after all.
(https://i.postimg.cc/52Xp4fYy/20210228-132438.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDL5gX92)
(https://i.postimg.cc/13bB4bwH/20210228-132504.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CRHkQPvB)

And I got this from my grandmother,  she accidentally received this instead of a pegboard or something from Home Depot so they refunded her and told her to do whatever with this so she gave it to me because it didn't come with instructions anyway.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vTpT57zp/20210228-134036.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vxtGsVCz)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZqTRP58K/20210228-134024.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/68mttwbD)

I'm sure I'll find somewhere to mount it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 28, 2021, 08:13:21 PM
Picked this up today from HF. Works as should. The rubber end that goes into the bleeder itself is stiff and the hole in it is very small takes some good force to get onto the nipple.



(https://i.postimg.cc/4xLMn21K/92924-W3.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rD4gPJ3c)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 02, 2021, 02:46:21 PM
I ordered my 3rd 5pc Columbian machete assortment from sportsmans guide that hopefully arrives today like its supposed to.
It was supposed to yesterday and was actually in route for delivery,  I waited all day then get a last minute notification that it will arrive today instead  :41:
Damn you FedEx.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on March 02, 2021, 04:14:10 PM
Yeah, the delivery services are really falling down on the job of late. I thought it might just be the holiday rush but we're 2 months out form that.  :-[
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 02, 2021, 05:04:22 PM
Yeah, the delivery services are really falling down on the job of late. I thought it might just be the holiday rush but we're 2 months out form that.  :-[
I've mostly had decent luck with USPS, ups is okay,  but FedEx is always the worst for me.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 04, 2021, 02:24:18 PM

I guess the 8oz Grace brass hammer was a factory second or something because the name was blacked out, theres nothing wrong with it though.

The UDC inspection mirror was supposed to be WRIGHT branded which is why I bought it, but it just had a WRIGHT sticker on the package .
Really  :smiley_confused1:
Oh well, it's the same quality tool I'm well familiar with.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 05, 2021, 08:13:46 PM
supply house had a promo, spend $50 get a free gift :)
the cable tester came from my Tradesman Club reward points
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on March 05, 2021, 08:49:01 PM
How far to go until you own every Klein tool? I can see how useful a cable tester would be nowadays. :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 05, 2021, 09:04:21 PM
Heres the correct picture of yesterday's HJE order arrival.
(https://i.postimg.cc/tRB2hDtJ/20210304-120941.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Yjm676PB)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on March 05, 2021, 10:25:47 PM
Nice looking brass hammer! I need to grab a couple of those. The one's I have are well used and getting mushed.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 06, 2021, 04:01:41 AM
Nice looking brass hammer! I need to grab a couple of those. The one's I have are well used and getting mushed.
It must been a factory second or something because the name was blacked out and it was only $11, but I can't really find anything wrong with it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 06, 2021, 06:29:05 PM
lol my buddy has hundreds and hundreds of Klein items...my collection is not even close!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 07, 2021, 08:07:14 AM
Was that hammer more or about the same as it would have cost directly from Vaughan?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 07, 2021, 07:00:20 PM
about 10 bucks more than this one
https://www.vaughanmfg.com/Products/E18F-18-OZ-Fiberglass-Electricians-Hammer__13820.aspx
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on March 07, 2021, 08:10:57 PM
I was on my way home from town and saw a garage sale sign and a stack in the driveway so I stopped. The vintage roller and CM top box had been sold as well as most of the tools. I did manage to find the water valve key though at 24" it is too short to reach the barn valve so I will extend it.
Also found the MAC socket holder and a Gilbert Erector Set box that was empty and has one broken clasp but the box is in good shape and should be useful. Two S-K stubby drivers, S-K flat that needs the tip reworked, Thorsen #1 Phillips and a Miller Falls awl with a striker plate on top of the handle. Not bad for $5.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 08, 2021, 11:17:50 AM
I just ordered the 3rd pair of Fuse polarized replacement lenses for my Revo Heading sunglasses.

The current pair was still in great shape till this mourning , but I accidentally left them laying around ( they were in a microfiber sack )  , and the pup got ahold of them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/wTkM8SXF/20210218-164909.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/F77N0CnJ)
She's got a face that it's hard to stay mad at though, and thankfully I'm only out $45.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 09, 2021, 05:39:59 AM
I'd chew your glasses too if you made me wear that sweater :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 09, 2021, 09:38:23 AM
I'd chew your glasses too if you made me wear that sweater :))
Nah, she likes it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 09, 2021, 07:29:40 PM
H&S made me do it!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 09, 2021, 08:56:29 PM
H&S made me do it!
I still haven't tried mine yet, but I keeping looking for an excuse.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on March 14, 2021, 09:07:29 PM
New Fuller 50m tape, because my last one grew legs.

Rapid staple gun, made in Sweden. To replace my 40 year + old one that fell apart at the last event we were setting up for. The tape was cheap, the staple gun, not so much (NZ$84, US$60).(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210315/00a986bd4b173d4ee581edd8373b94b3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210315/03e3649364760e48dbbac238e21adb67.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 14, 2021, 09:49:46 PM
New Fuller 50m tape, because my last one grew legs.

Rapid staple gun, made in Sweden. To replace my 40 year + old one that fell apart at the last event we were setting up for. The tape was cheap, the staple gun, not so much (NZ$84, US$60).(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210315/00a986bd4b173d4ee581edd8373b94b3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210315/03e3649364760e48dbbac238e21adb67.jpg)
Interesting,  that Stapler looks generally similar to a classic ARROW.
For the money I would assume it's gotta be nicer though, I'll bet it's probably a great tool.
The classic ARROW stapler is reliable and everything,  but not so refined and really hard on the hands to operate for long periods.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on March 14, 2021, 10:25:23 PM
Just to show how much more we pay for some tools in NZ, this is available on Amazon of around the US$30 price range. This one has three 'power' settings depending on who big a staple or how hard a material you are driving. It is nice to use and not too hard on the hands. It is better than my father's original 1950's Rapid that had an exposed plunger with a knob on it, that if you weren't careful you could catch the web of skin between your thumb and first finger under, very painful!!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on March 15, 2021, 02:46:37 PM
It's crazy how much we take low prices (on everything) for granted in the US. It may or may not bite us in the arse someday. For now, I'll just keep enjoying it.  :dance:

As for tool buys, here's my new (used) bench mount battery cable crimper. It'll do 8 awg to 4/0-250 kcmil. Battery cable projects keep finding their way to me, and the other crimpers I have are a little awkward on bigger cable. I'll make up a pedestal mount that can clamp in the vise to mount it on.

(https://i.imgur.com/2botKPzl.jpg)

Bought these angled end nippers of Amazon for about $14. Took a recommendation on the Tsunoda brand from another channel online. I'm impressed and plan to buy some of their other nippers. These are wicked sharp! They're German quality at slightly over chinese price.

(https://i.imgur.com/bQDxTjxl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 15, 2021, 03:42:49 PM
never saw angled end nippers before.  Assuming electronic work, tight quarters?

I have fallen in love with flush cut dykes for wire ties
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on March 15, 2021, 05:00:09 PM
never saw angled end nippers before.  Assuming electronic work, tight quarters?

I have fallen in love with flush cut dykes for wire ties
Xerion cutters are awesome!


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on March 16, 2021, 03:55:09 PM
never saw angled end nippers before.  Assuming electronic work, tight quarters?

I have fallen in love with flush cut dykes for wire ties

I got a Panduit zip tie gun last year and it changed my life. I used to be guilty of leaving those awful knife blade trimmed ends when you trim them with standard dykes. The Panduit gun tensions then perfectly flush cuts the end in one action. Makes it look like I knw what I'm doing on loom work (I don't). :hee20hee20hee:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 17, 2021, 03:59:44 PM
My 3rd Case '08 pattern half whittler, this one in CV and pocket worn grey bone.
(https://i.postimg.cc/hP32pX4C/20210317-131641.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXH5vQKD)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 23, 2021, 05:01:42 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/nhjVB5TX/20210323-143729.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NKtwwd3t)
The ryobi compact one+ brushless set came with a bag but it's too small to fit the bit sets so I bought the Craftsman bags, they could be worse.

Of course as always I had to buy a few American made tools to make up for the Chinese tools.

The Channellock #460 is for my uncle,  I also bought pepper a Kong brand tug toy which I'm glad to see was American made.

I could not find an American made sledgehammer or handles for my post hole digger, I'll have to order a Warwood from HJE and the post hole digger handles from House handle or Tennesee Hickory.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 23, 2021, 06:38:59 PM
I absolutely love these!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on March 23, 2021, 08:31:22 PM
I'm pretty fond of those little knipex myself. Damn nice pliers. :bravo_2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on March 23, 2021, 08:47:43 PM
Picked up this precision ratcheting driver set. Pretty nice for $9


(https://i.postimg.cc/sXfTh8Gy/PXL-20210324-011935234.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cKj7qFc5)

(https://i.postimg.cc/NMNp74RX/PXL-20210324-011943432.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2bZQCncj)



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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on March 23, 2021, 10:51:30 PM
Found out a fire protection supply about an hour away sells 50 lb hydro'd and filled CO2 cylinders for $110 ea (vs about $400 at the welding supply) and I was headed that direction, so a few followed me home to run dual shield. Also had a chance to catch lunch with a couple of old coworkers, so it was a good day.

(https://i.imgur.com/SZmQczil.jpg)

Had a tool leave the property last night!  :-\

It took every bit of my willpower to overcome my Toolhoarding Sickness, but it was going to a local friend that was in need of a press with more stroke, and I had a nicer one of similar capacity. I'll have to find a bigger one to fill the new void in my life.

(https://i.imgur.com/IrNgp4rl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on March 24, 2021, 11:36:06 PM
I'm a sucker for specialty screwdrivers.

Picked up this set of four the other day at the local electronics supply house. They've added a surplus "wing" to the building, and inventory is constantly changing. Brand is Newertech.

Found these tiny drivers, very distinctive shape and color. For such small drivers they are quite easy and comfortable to hold. And the one tip is the smallest 4 point star I've ever seen! From a web search I think they were made especially for smart phone work. Just wondering if they made more versions.
As I'm finding I have to work on more home electronics of late such tiny individual drivers would come in handy. Though the ends seem to have alot of wear on them - perhaps they are soft. But I could swap out blades if I can't find replacements.

https://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/TOOLPNT6/

https://simplymac.sg/collections/hd-mounting/products/mbair-tool-kit-2010-to-2016
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on March 25, 2021, 07:29:21 PM
I'm guessing the torx is an T6? Very common on electronics. That's why I had to buy the set I just did

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 25, 2021, 07:34:20 PM
The CH 6gal pancake compressor was on clearance for $46 at Walmart , it's going to be loud as hell as expected but should be better than the HF pancake compressor.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vHVBsxrx/20210325-171134.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Xpn3KJDn)

And as always to offset the Chinese purchases I made some American tool purchases,  and this time I spent more on the American tools than I did on the imports.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Pf8pt7hq/20210325-171152.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ThfY0CK8)
The hickock loppers engrained themselves on my brain recently and I just had to buy them.
The fanno #8 is something i also couldn't resist,  they're made about an hor away from me in Chico California and I've always seen their booth at the annual farm show but never pulled the trigger.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 01, 2021, 02:03:13 PM
A little something from across the pond.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vm1QGKT1/20210401-113510.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZbM8Qw3)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 01, 2021, 07:51:32 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/V5P8jDTt/20210401-162424.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/64cgKLB6)
And as always I had to buy something American made as well.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Df9JjF3r/20210401-162438.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t7z4JKTJ)

The little Taiwanese " Reverse gear " bit ratchet is quite nice, the square / hex drive combo is nowhere near as nice.
No surprise,  it's made in China.
It's perfectly serviceable though,  the bit side just needed a clean and oiling because it was running rough.
I'm not in love with it, but it can come in handy at work.

The other one would be great for pocket carry too, so I'm not sure what I'll do yet.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on April 05, 2021, 12:36:19 PM
Recent habitat buys.  S-K ratchet is so smooth, 1/2 inch.  The adjustable auger bit is Irwin, used maybe once, with the short blade.  Very nice steel tape measure, leatherette cover.  Craftsman push drill,  has a full set of bits,  the 1/4 set I got mainly for the box, ratchet is junk, $2 too much?  Dropped $11 for all.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on April 05, 2021, 03:43:15 PM
Nope. The long handle sk 1/2 is a damn good ratchet.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 05, 2021, 06:07:40 PM
Nope. The long handle sk 1/2 is a damn good ratchet.
He's talking anothe cheapo in the 1/4 set, it's definitely a junk WRIGHT style copy.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on April 05, 2021, 06:59:02 PM
Doesn't matter. That sk by itself is an 11 dollar ratchet  all day long and twice on Sunday. ;)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on April 05, 2021, 07:01:31 PM
Doesn't matter. That sk by itself is an 11 dollar ratchet  all day long and twice on Sunday. ;)
I got one of those, a lot worse for wear than John’s one  , awesome ratchet !!!!


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 05, 2021, 10:02:40 PM
Doesn't matter. That sk by itself is an 11 dollar ratchet  all day long and twice on Sunday. ;)
Absolutely.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on April 06, 2021, 09:51:57 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/vTQtX6b3/PXL-20210406-113103913.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YRz2yHC)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 07, 2021, 10:31:56 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/vTQtX6b3/PXL-20210406-113103913.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YRz2yHC)

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I love the #337, I have a pair from my grandfather that I use all the time and are still sharp enough to cut kite string.
I had a pair of the #437 and hated them, they don't have anywhere near the leverage these do.
I also recently got the little # E336 recently that I also quite like.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 08, 2021, 09:53:36 PM
Bought this 102 woodsman,  gave my 2012 102 woodsman to my dad, and have a 2010 102 woodsman with a broken handle on the way with plans to do it up in stacked leather.
(https://i.postimg.cc/mrzGmbW9/20210408-131928.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gwW5JbJc)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 09, 2021, 08:37:22 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/k5ghB2sT/20210409-132337.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VJ2FhL3t)
(https://i.postimg.cc/tTLrS2jc/20210409-180832.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YGzfjNjN)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on April 09, 2021, 09:40:22 PM
You have good taste in knives.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 10, 2021, 06:10:31 AM
You have good taste in knives.

Sent from the twisted mind of the mudman
I prefer carbon steel most of all, but I just love Buck and I like the finish they use on their blades.

They are the best company in the business in my opinion,  great service,  multigenerational family owned, they care and listen to their customers / fanbase, and they love to see and hear about knife stories.
I like how they pride themselves on being a tradition in many families too.

I have gifted more Buck knives than any other because I love them so much and their knives are always appreciated by whoever I gift them to.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 10, 2021, 06:27:16 PM
kleinnnnnnn
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 10, 2021, 07:40:07 PM
I'm guessing those tongue and grooves were likely made by WILDE ?
Great score, I don't particularly go for Klein tools but they're just not a brand I have really given much thought to for no real reason.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 10, 2021, 08:01:14 PM
I believe they were made by Klein.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 11, 2021, 04:00:44 AM
I believe they were made by Klein.
You think they made those in house ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 12, 2021, 01:05:00 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/vTQtX6b3/PXL-20210406-113103913.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YRz2yHC)

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You pushed me over the edge, and I just had to try a current pair.
(https://i.postimg.cc/y6td14by/20210412-104550.jpg)

(https://i.postimg.cc/cCgfv7W9/20210412-104938.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DmQF6DFS)]

Compared to my old pair, theres a noticeable difference in cutting performance but it's not major.
I don't think I would pay more for the XLT technology if they offered them with and without it, but I'm sure if you're using them for hours a day it makes a difference.

I don't mind the coarser finish on current Channellock tools, they're doing what they gotta do to stay in business,  and their pliers still have the quality where it counts.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 12, 2021, 07:00:18 PM
I have to pick it up tomorrow morning because they had to order it,  but I bought a 3/8 deflection beam torque wrench at the local auto parts house ( a place called Boyd's parts house,  but technically it's a NAPA franchise).

(https://i.postimg.cc/VLFxdwQB/61-St-PENm-ZLL-AC-SX466.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N55JzW05)

I have a pair of Coleman bt200x minibikes arriving tomorrow,  and I realized I actually didn't have a torque wrench which I'll need to get all the fasteners torqued down properly.

I have yet to need one before and I'm not sure how often I'll ever need it so I just bought a cheap $20 model, and I figured a beam type shoumd be about bulletproof.
if I find the need I'll upgrade to something better down the road.
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Post by: DeadNutz on April 17, 2021, 07:56:18 PM
I bought this really cool reusable hangtag. It came with a bonus 36" USA made prybar with a striker cap.
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Post by: muddy on April 17, 2021, 08:09:06 PM
Got these at lowes. For the home tool cart. Can't say for all their hand tools, but it looked as a majority is made in Taiwan instead of china. Guess that's a step up. Seem pretty good quality. Had a decision between 72 tooth and 120 tooth. Like the handle/look on the comfort grip 72 tooth, but I decided to go with the 120 tooth. Would have liked an 80 or 90 tooth honestly.



(https://i.postimg.cc/Bnmmg6Pr/PXL-20210415-222232359.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/21BdjCwG)

(https://i.postimg.cc/fRzHmXy7/PXL-20210415-232307245.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnWBMJzh)

(https://i.postimg.cc/MGXdrSyv/PXL-20210415-232419383.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/67JryFbX)







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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 18, 2021, 11:28:03 PM
I bought this really cool reusable hangtag. It came with a bonus 36" USA made prybar with a striker cap.
I had one of those, but I lost it.
At least the free WILDE made 36" handle pry bar it came with has come in quite handy.
Honestly I found myself using it more than the 8", 12", or 16" inch ( I don't remember the exact lengths , but I definitely have most of the sizes )
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on April 20, 2021, 07:06:08 PM
Decided I needed a port band in my life. Wanted a deep cut milwaukee, but found this cherry rockwell on da bay that get me started.

(https://i.imgur.com/1a0MwYAl.jpg)
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Post by: DeadNutz on April 20, 2021, 07:27:07 PM
That's a beauty Greyson. My neighbor cuts all his steel for projects with a Milwaukee deep cut.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on April 20, 2021, 08:05:52 PM
Decided I needed a port band in my life. Wanted a deep cut milwaukee, but found this cherry rockwell on da bay that get me started.

(https://i.imgur.com/1a0MwYAl.jpg)
That looks new! Nice grab.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 21, 2021, 06:36:40 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/HLT5yrfc/20210421-150810.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k2hBrgMq)

I really quite like these little DASCO prybar scraper combos, so I picked up another to replace the standard 5-1/2" dasco pry bar I carry at work.

The saw guide is something I've needed for a while.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on April 22, 2021, 02:12:17 PM
I bought this oddly sized Western Forge 4in adjustable.
(https://i.postimg.cc/GhLMcx11/20210422-115656.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SjPLd8sZ)
It's a little more than just a large 4in but a little less than just a stubby.
(https://i.postimg.cc/13grtWCb/20210422-115800.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mPsHpSGS)
The head size is about the same as their 6in but it has about 75% of the jaw capacity.
The max jaw capacity is 11/16.
(https://i.postimg.cc/JnCqSbQv/20210422-115840.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3y9mv0VF)

It has a slightly larger capacity than my MAC AW4 which has the largest capacity of all my 4in adjustables.

I'll have to put it in my pocket awhile and see how it works out, but on first impressions I do like the idea of it for making quick adjustments on my Coleman Bt200x mini trail bike.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on April 23, 2021, 03:07:28 PM
Just found a 1920s ignition wrench set, in the oil cloth roll.   Have a similar set where the tools are marked, Bosch, Delco, and Splitdorf, but these are plain save for 2  marked Delco.  3 even have attached feeler gauges.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 24, 2021, 05:54:28 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/YqYkWbGH/20210424-150454.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ppWgNQJG)

And as always I had to buy something American made.

I gifted my last 17" WILDE handle prybar before I even used it so I picked up another, and the Gerber Prodigy belt knife I plan to be my beater / utility blade while I'm out exploring and riding the trails on my Coleman bt200x.
Not normally my style because it's pretty thick and I'm definitely a traditional knife kind of guy, but it's not too overly modern and " Tacticool " looking for my taste.
I'd prefer something with a keener edge profile because I won't be pounding on it, but the versatility of the sheath kind of sold it for me.
If it doesn't work out I can always just go with my Buck 119 special or pick up an ONTARIO pilots surval knife.

(https://i.postimg.cc/FRygct4S/20210424-150548.jpg)

 (https://postimg.cc/njLDbPMV)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 07, 2021, 05:58:34 PM
2 more for the channellock arsenal.
(https://i.postimg.cc/FH4rVhS1/20210507-144808.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rKf28XQL)

I think that makes 23 now, but I'm definitely not done.
I am running out of Channellock pliers I can find in stores near me, but plenty of places online carry a decent selection.

I honestly wouldn't mind acquiring a Channellock tool board to fill out, but I'm not sure that's really in the cards for me.

Maybe I can get a sign or large decal and put something together myself.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on May 08, 2021, 06:55:58 AM
Found a Channelock hammer!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on May 08, 2021, 09:37:58 AM
You will find the 460's very useful. John, show us a picture.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on May 08, 2021, 02:52:41 PM
This one
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 08, 2021, 05:57:25 PM
mmm Channellock!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 08, 2021, 09:36:52 PM
You will find the 460's very useful. John, show us a picture.
I have gotten by this long without them, but I'm sure opportunities for me to use them will present themselves.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on May 09, 2021, 11:21:27 AM
Black Oxide Day. Williams 3/4 dr deeps. Ken-Tool die setter bar. 2 Wilton 8-12" clamps (one USA, one Taiwan :banghead:)

(https://i.imgur.com/l5QZAXXl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 09, 2021, 01:46:45 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mps9rS1T/20210509-110825.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k2bNBL13)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 09, 2021, 11:09:29 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mps9rS1T/20210509-110825.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k2bNBL13)

Hickory, is that one of the pin point pocket oilers? I thought about those for a bit, then decided on one of the squeezable types.

http://www.commandoproducts.com/precisionpenpointneedleoilerwithclearsewingmachineoilforpreciselubrication-3.aspx
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 10, 2021, 04:32:02 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/Mps9rS1T/20210509-110825.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k2bNBL13)

Hickory, is that one of the pin point pocket oilers? I thought about those for a bit, then decided on one of the squeezable types.

http://www.commandoproducts.com/precisionpenpointneedleoilerwithclearsewingmachineoilforpreciselubrication-3.aspx
Yes.
Those cost less,  but these are solid aluminum and sealed with o-rings so they shouldn't break or leak.

That example is only a couple dollars less than I payed for this, but you can get those in a 3 pack for around that price on EBAY.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on May 10, 2021, 11:06:04 PM
Stumbled on some pliers at the usual thrift.  Linemans are sharp but a no name.  The Diamond pliers are 5.5 inches and were barely used.  I do like finding Diamalloy tools in this condition.  The Artisan pliers look to be used even less, have a great feel.  The ratcheting wrench is a Crescent, 10mm and has a reverse. Buck or less apiece. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 11, 2021, 07:03:27 PM
Stumbled on some pliers at the usual thrift.  Linemans are sharp but a no name.  The Diamond pliers are 5.5 inches and were barely used.  I do like finding Diamalloy tools in this condition.  The Artisan pliers look to be used even less, have a great feel.  The ratcheting wrench is a Crescent, 10mm and has a reverse. Buck or less apiece.

Do you prefer the ratcheting box wrenches with the frankenstein button or the switch lever? Seems to me the pin switch sticking out the side would be easier to hit something and auto reverse.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 11, 2021, 07:12:59 PM
Knipex bottle opener!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on May 11, 2021, 07:40:41 PM
Actually of the dozen ratchet wrenches I own, and used for years, this is the first I have had with a reverse button.   The others require flipping over. Will be a new experience.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 12, 2021, 04:37:23 PM
Visiting my mom and stopped by my favorite store when I was a teenager.

I scored a decent handful of anerican made Vaughan goodness . The grey bar I'm pretty sure was originally supposed to be a Valley branded tool, they also had a grey version of the little cats paw with a Valley sticker on them.
I actually bought 2 of the little cats paws, but gifted the other.

(https://i.postimg.cc/K8GMZcNX/20210512-142645.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXz6p0kN)
The 4lb drilling hammer is probably a Vaughan second,  but I suppose theres a chance it could be a barco industries.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 12, 2021, 05:13:23 PM
Knipex bottle opener!

Shoot, put it up on ebay as a "factory discard" and ask $100.  :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 12, 2021, 05:15:24 PM
Actually of the dozen ratchet wrenches I own, and used for years, this is the first I have had with a reverse button.   The others require flipping over. Will be a new experience.

There was a big bru-ha-ha over at the other site concerning reversible vs. non-reversible. I'd never thought about it over 20 years of use. Non-reversibles worked fine. But I could see where reversible could prove useful. So I've grabbed several metric ones recently that are reversible - just in case.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 12, 2021, 06:15:28 PM
The 4lb drilling hammer is definitely a Barco industries as I initially thought when I saw it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on May 13, 2021, 11:10:57 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/6qNt5g89/PXL-20210513-172505325.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/47wrW8vM)

(https://i.postimg.cc/0QS9vP2W/PXL-20210513-172514362.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TLTzq8bg)

(https://i.postimg.cc/MGvWsyk8/Snapchat-1867846172.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WDcLzqb9)



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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on May 14, 2021, 08:24:53 AM
Wow, cordless soldering iron.  Who'd of thunk it :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 17, 2021, 01:56:13 PM
Some dykes for work.
(https://i.postimg.cc/sxdX8cwZ/20210517-114806.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/k6sqRxrn)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on May 17, 2021, 09:21:00 PM
Wow, cordless soldering iron.  Who'd of thunk it :))
Apparently Milwaukee. I just saw matco offering one, I think snappy may have one, not sure though

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 24, 2021, 03:53:17 PM
Old Craftsman raised panel 1/4 flex handle, in pretty good shape and pretty cheap.
(https://i.postimg.cc/9FjDDcMV/20210524-133605.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/grNz5F8B)
For a set I'm putting together.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 28, 2021, 09:24:09 PM
My first Craftsman RHFT, and it's definitely better than the teardrop ratchets.
Also for the set I'm putting together.
(https://i.postimg.cc/mDpjcv59/20210528-181911.jpg)
[url=https://postimg.cc/yWm0Ttvv](https://i.postimg.cc/v8jXGd9F/20210528-181931.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/S28C3vqQ)
I count the same number of teeth, but obviously they're finer,  and with the dual pawl mechanism this is certainly smoother with a lighter drag and you can tell the swing difference too.
The head really isn't much taller either.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 03, 2021, 08:15:48 PM
This stubby is a tad taller then the HF, is more expensive, but has way more guts to it.



(https://i.postimg.cc/xCjq2fF1/PXL-20210526-202811980.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NyVQ8cc3)


(https://i.postimg.cc/MpbWpkBM/PXL-20210526-202905470.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/68qsMmYt)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 06, 2021, 05:05:23 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/6325QkN3/20210606-115414.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G8R17Stw)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 24, 2021, 05:58:07 PM
I can't say I'll need it all the time, but it will be handy and is certainly fun to.use.
(https://i.postimg.cc/qMsMXMSq/20210624-145351.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6yQXBw9x)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 24, 2021, 08:09:25 PM
I can't say I'll need it all the time, but it will be handy and is certainly fun to.use.
(https://i.postimg.cc/qMsMXMSq/20210624-145351.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6yQXBw9x)
The quality on the Banks stuff is actually good I have one if the framing nailers.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 24, 2021, 10:25:10 PM
I can't say I'll need it all the time, but it will be handy and is certainly fun to.use.
(https://i.postimg.cc/qMsMXMSq/20210624-145351.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/6yQXBw9x)
The quality on the Banks stuff is actually good I have one if the framing nailers.

Sent from the twisted mind of the mudman
I've never had a nailer before,  but it sure seemed a lot nicer than $28 would suggest .
When we reshingled the roof my uncle had a banks with the large drum mag that he borrowed from a friend,  he was so impressed he went and bought one when he left.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 06, 2021, 07:56:37 PM
More Chapman goodness.
(https://i.postimg.cc/15fQmPJB/20210706-172812.jpg)

They were all out of the stubbiest driver they offe, but they're only $1.50 ( a whole driver for the same price as one of their bits ) so I just bought another of these and shortened it.
[url=https://postimg.cc/QFVydj1P](https://i.postimg.cc/t4zQDTTX/20210706-174429.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BX9yNWWP)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 08, 2021, 08:58:52 PM
Finally found an older #99 16oz for a good price,  and it has a nice octagonal handle too.
(https://i.postimg.cc/cH7YXR82/20210708-145835.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2b6V5BG7)
It just needs a little work.
Now I've got 3 variants of the #999 20oz, a #9 16oz, and 2 #9 10oz, the 9 series rip claws are my favorite for claw hammers.
I don't have much cause to have a favorite claw hammer and don't swing one everyday, but I do have a favorite.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 19, 2021, 08:56:01 PM
A 3rd Vaughan #9 " little pro ".
(https://i.postimg.cc/5tQ668Cf/20210719-121931.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/sByVLQmL)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on August 06, 2021, 08:30:10 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/z3rRr46S/IMG-20210724-161258.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3rRr46S)

(https://i.postimg.cc/tYz7d5q3/IMG-20210724-161316.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/tYz7d5q3)
I saw these on the ebay and decided I couldn't do without. I haven't tried em out yet but will give em a go next time I get a chance.

I bought a new to me pickup with a Cummins. Did some reading and these seemed like they would be handy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/r0vXSpSC/IMG-20210708-193719.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/r0vXSpSC)
Apparently the oil filter must be tilted to get it in and out of its area. This is a screw in plug to keep it from spilling oil while you do it.

(https://i.postimg.cc/n9B8Tt28/IMG-20210708-193715.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/n9B8Tt28)
Went ahead and got a socket to change the fuel filter on the engine. Not sure I needed it but who sez no to a new socket?

(https://i.postimg.cc/YLYP208j/IMG-20210225-184710.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/YLYP208j)
I usually just clamp what ever I'm drilling to the table on the drill press but saw this one on the ebay so I went ahead and put it in the cart. Seems like a nice unit but time will tell.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 08, 2021, 10:57:58 PM
I need to find me a smaller drill press vise, I have one from HF but it won't fit a 10" drill press.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on August 09, 2021, 09:01:02 AM
Does the one you use have 4" jaws? That is kind of the standard size most widely used but there are 6" and 2.5" out there A quick search shows the 2.5 vises are going to ship from Great Britain or China. The smaller ones might have bodies made of aluminum or plastic but the Palmgren small vises are well built but the price is north of $100.

I found this one on the bay but in features it is described as an aluminum body and the specs say the body is cast iron so buyer beware.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/224493857148?hash=item3444e0697c:g:0BMAAOSwcaVgzWaj
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 09, 2021, 11:11:28 AM
Does the one you use have 4" jaws? That is kind of the standard size most widely used but there are 6" and 2.5" out there A quick search shows the 2.5 vises are going to ship from Great Britain or China. The smaller ones might have bodies made of aluminum or plastic but the Palmgren small vises are well built but the price is north of $100.

I found this one on the bay but in features it is described as an aluminum body and the specs say the body is cast iron so buyer beware.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/224493857148?hash=item3444e0697c:g:0BMAAOSwcaVgzWaj
I think 4" jaws.
For some reason it just seems way too big to fit on my drill press.
Maybe I'm doing something wrong, but I could not see a way it would mount.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 12, 2021, 06:46:58 PM
got these
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 13, 2021, 06:14:10 PM
got these
I really like my E336, I've only had them a few months but have been happy every time they get used.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 13, 2021, 07:41:38 PM
lost my 436 and these are the new hotness!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 13, 2021, 09:11:18 PM
lost my 436 and these are the new hotness!
So what exactly is the difference between the 436 and 336 ?
Channellock doesn't seem to offer them anymore, were they an overall different style ?
I originally thought there was a specific difference between the 33 and 43 series,  but there's not.



I had a pair 437 and hated them , even my old 337 cut way easier and the current 337 even better still.

It's funny that both have the improved pivot, but only the 336 gets an E added to signify it while the 337 dosen't.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 14, 2021, 03:24:30 PM
I just received this 5575C case for my Chapman kit, the new ( currently sold out ) pm13 palm ratchet and 2 stubby handle I got a couple weeks ago.
I don't really need both finger spinners, but this case includes one free, I'll probably set up a new kit with my previous case and will have it for that.
(https://i.postimg.cc/sxcMYMDb/20210814-121948.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wR1xHTNk)

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 14, 2021, 08:40:18 PM
436 is just a standard 6" diagonal cutter
336 is the XLT
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 14, 2021, 09:36:32 PM
436 is just a standard 6" diagonal cutter
336 is the XLT
Interesting that the 436 and 336 look the same , while the 437 and 337 are completely different.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on August 18, 2021, 02:13:04 PM
Pre-owned tools,  almost never buynew tols, but this what I got recently.  Some more of the 1950s ACE Hardware screwdrivers, some SK Wayne, Craftsman, wrenches, with an Electrolite Battery wrench in there.  What I have a question about is the tiny wrench with swing out screwdriver blades, seen one before but can't recall its name, anybody?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 18, 2021, 02:37:34 PM
Pre-owned tools,  almost never buynew tols, but this what I got recently.  Some more of the 1950s ACE Hardware screwdrivers, some SK Wayne, Craftsman, wrenches, with an Electrolite Battery wrench in there.  What I have a question about is the tiny wrench with swing out screwdriver blades, seen one before but can't recall its name, anybody?
Isn't that little one with the driver blades an ignition tool ?

Those Ace screwdrivers look nice, they look a lot like the old green and white acetate handles from S-K.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on September 05, 2021, 06:18:28 PM
picked this little set up at one of the local Ace stores yesterday
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 06, 2021, 03:13:31 PM
picked this little set up at one of the local Ace stores yesterday
That little punch style cats paw tack puller sure is interesting,  I've never seen that one before.
I will definitely look into picking one up.
I don't need a 3rd Dasco trim bar but if that's the only way to get it then I'm fine with that.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on September 07, 2021, 04:51:41 PM
it will definitely come in handy.
if you can't find a set locally let me know, they had a few on the hook
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 07, 2021, 09:37:24 PM
it will definitely come in handy.
if you can't find a set locally let me know, they had a few on the hook
The big Ace hardware in the city had 'em but I needed some other things and had some crazy EBAY situation on my mind so I didn't buy this time.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 07, 2021, 09:42:49 PM
Got some orders in today.

This VIM version of the reverse gear ( HI-five ) locking flex head bit ratchet,  already used it and its awesome.
(https://i.postimg.cc/J0HnWPxf/20210907-171702.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3077XjP1)

And these beauties
(https://i.postimg.cc/tghRDsJj/20210907-181322.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rdwLwF5n)
I swear my jaw dropped when I first opened the package, these are so damn nice.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Twt6HgXZ/20210907-181341.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q9KwFBCb)

Even a nice reusable hang tag.
(https://i.postimg.cc/nrMJ8rFM/20210907-181417.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/0Kg3D8Jq)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on September 08, 2021, 08:29:03 AM
Alright, been wondering how they looked.  As soon as I see one it is joining the old ones in my tool box.   
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 08, 2021, 10:31:27 AM
Alright, been wondering how they looked.  As soon as I see one it is joining the old ones in my tool box.
The old ones ?

The eagle grips are not a carbon copy of the petersons,  they have actually made a few improvements.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on September 08, 2021, 08:38:18 PM
Picked up this set off the snappy dealer for home use. Made in Spain.



(https://i.postimg.cc/7PM8LHhB/PXL-20210902-220122532.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8s5nKVhW)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 08, 2021, 10:40:29 PM
Picked up this set off the snappy dealer for home use. Made in Spain.



(https://i.postimg.cc/7PM8LHhB/PXL-20210902-220122532.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8s5nKVhW)

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I don't really like rubber over mould type screwdriver handles, but those do look like a good quality screwdriver.
What was the cost ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: walrus on September 09, 2021, 04:58:39 AM
Picked up this set off the snappy dealer for home use. Made in Spain.



(https://i.postimg.cc/7PM8LHhB/PXL-20210902-220122532.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8s5nKVhW)

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Probably made by Bahco, a Snap On owned company. Should be good drivers
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on September 09, 2021, 06:30:19 AM
Picked up this set off the snappy dealer for home use. Made in Spain.



(https://i.postimg.cc/7PM8LHhB/PXL-20210902-220122532.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8s5nKVhW)

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I don't really like rubber over mould type screwdriver handles, but those do look like a good quality screwdriver.
What was the cost ?
About $70.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: J.A.F.E. on September 09, 2021, 11:40:09 PM
If Snap-on makes them they own Irimo in Spain so they are probably of Irimo origin. Well, technically Bahco owns them and Bahco is part of the Williams group but to me it's all Snap-on.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on September 11, 2021, 03:30:36 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/3y9LKZKp/IMG_20210911_103539.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3y9LKZKp)
(https://i.postimg.cc/t7Jc48ng/IMG-20210911-103535.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t7Jc48ng)

50' #12 cords. Had a situation at the daughters with her new electric chain saw. The one cord was #14 100' and the instructions said nothing longer than 50' so she is getting this one for Christmas.

(https://i.postimg.cc/PLf4F8mq/IMG_20210911_103547.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PLf4F8mq)
While I was ordering I threw these in the cart. Bonney 5/16"x3/8" box wrench, Long screw starter, a couple little husky screw drivers and a pair of cold chisels.

(https://i.postimg.cc/K12QBWjB/IMG_20210911_104110.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K12QBWjB)
Screw starter holds a screw much better than I thought it would. But I guess it is only for flat heads.
 HJ Epstein's has some pretty nifty stuff.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on September 12, 2021, 06:47:28 PM
got this today
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 14, 2021, 10:14:15 AM
Those cats paws are great.
I recently got multiple of the Grayvik version ( Vaughan uses the Grayvik brand when they have cosmetic defects ) from a discount tool store, gave one to my brother one to my grandmother and kept one.
I also got a number of thr flat bars too.



Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 14, 2021, 08:18:27 PM
The 1×30 combination sanders were finally back in stock at the local Harbor freight, so I picked one up.
(https://i.postimg.cc/JhbXQvDT/20210914-175706.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/KK84G95L)

The standard 1×30 I bought a couple years ago started to go out on me awhile back, and I wanted one of these anyways.


They are a Hobby grade tool no doubt about it, but I get a ton of use out of these for small projects.
They are extremely useful for all kinds of stuff.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 17, 2021, 06:14:10 PM
Payed a 5 bucks for this small handful at a yardsale.
The Channellock 526 have the nut construction,  the ball peen is about a 16oz unbranded but it's a good one.
The small crow bar looks to be a Dasco it's not branded but It's seen some hammering and hasn't worn much so I know the steel is decent.
(https://i.postimg.cc/NjKbj65h/20210917-151421.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhKGWT2n)

There was also an combination vise anvil for $30 but the handle was practically bent to an s, and it was really dirty and I was on my way to lunch so I didn't want to get too dirty.
Stopped by on the way back and it was gone.
I really wish the timing was right, because those always command more than that.

I don't remember the brand, but it was made in KC Missouri.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 14, 2021, 06:49:17 PM
Did I need it and will it actually get used ?
I don't know, but it's cool and they're not expensive.
(https://i.postimg.cc/9MM84prc/20211014-163300.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PLgz91W7)

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on October 14, 2021, 07:01:25 PM
Loving that little blue crowbar. Those middle size ones really come in handy. I have a regular "wrecking bar" crowbar I've had for years, but for some jobs it's "too" big. And I use a 27" Proto screwdriver for prying as well. But a mid-sized crowbar will help more times than you think.

Good grab!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 14, 2021, 08:15:03 PM
Loving that little blue crowbar. Those middle size ones really come in handy. I have a regular "wrecking bar" crowbar I've had for years, but for some jobs it's "too" big. And I use a 27" Proto screwdriver for prying as well. But a mid-sized crowbar will help more times than you think.

Good grab!
I've used it a few times already.
Makes me wish I had bought one a long time ago , being a Dasco I'm sure it wouldn't have cost more than maybe $10.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 20, 2021, 02:26:22 PM
Had to grab a faucet fitting on the way home from work and the hardware had this on clearance,  add the $5 rewards points and I got it for $16.
I probably would not pay more than that for it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vBwK0cSP/20211020-121437.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VS446LwM)
I can't stand this horrible oversized and ugly plastic case, but luckily it's actually just one of their drill driver bit cases and the insert pulls right out
I may even have a proper metal case I can put it in.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on October 20, 2021, 05:50:12 PM
Do those import Craftsman sockets have codes on them like the old ones do.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 21, 2021, 03:43:13 AM
Do those import Craftsman sockets have codes on them like the old ones do.
No MFG Codes on the Taiwanese sockets, and no COO anywhere but the packaging.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on October 21, 2021, 03:43:35 AM
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I bought a cheap lot off the internet in Rural’s town on the other island a few weeks ago ….. he came by today with them …… some treasures, some crap as well . Maybe even the King Dick for Jabber …….


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jabberwoki on October 21, 2021, 03:29:38 PM
Na i dont need king dick cause i am king dick :bravo_2:

I should really put some effort in to getting me Siddy wall cabinet over from Oz tho.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on October 21, 2021, 05:54:54 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/vBwK0cSP/20211020-121437.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VS446LwM)

I like the bit ratchet. Having a regular box on one end lets you break free tight bolts without overstressing the ratchet end, then you can spin it off faster.  :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on October 21, 2021, 07:36:46 PM
Very handy toolset - great for tight spaces. I used the heck out of mine installing the dash on my Jag.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 22, 2021, 11:09:16 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/vBwK0cSP/20211020-121437.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VS446LwM)

I like the bit ratchet. Having a regular box on one end lets you break free tight bolts without overstressing the ratchet end, then you can spin it off faster.  :great:
Personally I'm annoyed by the fact that it's there, to me it just seems like an afterthought or like it's just a converted ratcheting box wrench.
If it had a way to retain bits it would be a different story though.
I'm lso not huge on the offset either, I see no issue with knuckle clearance, and to get in behind things it should be offset in the other direction.

I can't complain too much in the end , this one is definitely much better than the previous version.
It's lower profile , and the thumb wheel is better.
On the previous version the thumb wheel is very sharp and uncomfortable to use at times.


It's not a bad tool and will be useful , I just prefer these particular HI-FIVE examples more.

(https://i.postimg.cc/1zz0qS26/20210907-171702.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yDw3MMVY)
(https://i.postimg.cc/GtPTfg6d/20210824-143817.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kR456snp)

I will say the selector on it is very snappy, that definitely feels really nice.
You just know it's not going to self reverse because it trips with a very satisfying click.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 22, 2021, 05:44:48 PM
This is my 3rd pair of these WILDE #6N,I keep gifting them because they're really nice and people always appreciate them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/FRj9H3nD/20211022-153821.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vgZRPgyV)images upload (https://postimages.org/)
Cripe still has them for $10 but it seems WILDE has discontinued them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on October 22, 2021, 10:11:12 PM
Not really a buy. I broke this sledge hammer at least 25 yrs ago and I've wanted to cut down and have a short handle sledge since then. It has been on all the moves(about six of em) so it has put in the time, haha.
(https://i.postimg.cc/w7QvchYP/IMG_20211021_203439.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/w7QvchYP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/CdfnDB1T/IMG_20211021_203452.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CdfnDB1T)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3dcqqqhD/IMG_20211021_203502.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3dcqqqhD)
Ive not done a Deal like this before. Though I think it turned out alright. Next time I'll make the handle go through the head some more. I managed to get it in there and it was snug so I drove a cedar shim In There. Seems to work pretty good though I like the lighter 3lb I have . I think this is an 8 lb head. I won't do any wild swinging with it. But it is nice to have some heft for certain pounding tasks.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on October 23, 2021, 08:08:35 AM
I have a few short handle sledges. They don’t get used a lot but they are invaluable when needed.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on October 23, 2021, 09:12:22 AM
I sell every short handled sledge I get and get asked for them often
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on October 29, 2021, 08:40:39 AM
Not the dikes, just a size indicator. The new style constant pressure hose clamps. Found on the Mustang demanded I purchase the tool. Needle nose, channel locks, or water pump pliers are no longer an option.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on October 29, 2021, 04:06:01 PM
Can't go wrong with Knipex.  How is access to the clamps?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on October 31, 2021, 08:00:51 AM
Can't go wrong with Knipex.  How is access to the clamps?

The tip (silver) rotates any angle, real slick.

The silver button on the side, press it slide and set the jaw opening, holding it fixed.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on November 05, 2021, 11:42:34 PM
Found some NOS Quick-Grip welding clamps on ebay. They're some of the handiest things ever for fabricating because you can set them with one hand while fitting up.  It was a mistake they were discontinued years ago IMHO.

(https://i.imgur.com/1Rc7RgVl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 13, 2021, 08:44:55 PM
On sale at Lowes tonight


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on November 14, 2021, 08:18:50 AM
Love the tray Tim. Very cool design. I'll check out the offerings at my local Lowes today.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 14, 2021, 10:29:44 AM
Love the tray Tim. Very cool design. I'll check out the offerings at my local Lowes today.
They were on sale at my Lowes almost $10 off was gonna buy two but I want to reorganize a bit before committing to another one.



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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 05, 2021, 09:47:15 PM
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 09, 2021, 03:46:10 PM
NOS Easco 91 525 set, Whatchamacallet tools listed them as " no box " but what do you know it came factory sealed.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3JMH9WgR/20211209-114622.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DmcDwvpk)

And I received an awesome little Nos S•K 40975 Tuff 1.
(https://i.postimg.cc/s25WQM9h/20211209-114640.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/t1CJ8Ccq)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 09, 2021, 04:36:10 PM
got a few small items at menards last week - all the US made Masterforce stuff was on clearance :/
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 09, 2021, 05:12:46 PM
got a few small items at menards last week - all the US made Masterforce stuff was on clearance :/
Get it while you can, PRATT-READ is sadly no more and I doubt Menards is going to source out another American OEM if they haven't already decided to go with imports.


So how's the quality of the Montana stuff ?
I've been meaning to dip my toes into their products.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 10, 2021, 06:49:11 PM
Montana brand is great. They used to OEM for Craftsman!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 10, 2021, 06:59:16 PM
Montana brand is great. They used to OEM for Craftsman!
I might have had some of their driver bits then.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 10, 2021, 07:01:50 PM
I bought this Cornwell off Ebay , I'm impressed with the quality.
Extremely well machined, and the selector I expected to be some kind of casting  but it's machined steel which is nice.
(https://i.postimg.cc/9MDQm7Qc/20211210-160520.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9Rjh1z9k)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on December 10, 2021, 07:35:29 PM
Always liked the overall look of the Cornwell ratchets, and definitely a fan of their nice big, easy-to-use selector knob.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 11, 2021, 06:10:45 AM
Always liked the overall look of the Cornwell ratchets, and definitely a fan of their nice big, easy-to-use selector knob.
They're definitely a very classy curvy design.
The selector certainly is nice, easy to use but not bulky.

My only complaint is the open hole in the head, they drill straight through for the spring and pawl detent but they don't have an oil fitting in the hole like they once did.
This one consequently had a little light rust inside.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on December 15, 2021, 06:52:07 PM
Got a new Matco ratchet today.


(https://i.postimg.cc/Y025HJPb/PXL-20211215-214529757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/346SjbYv)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on December 16, 2021, 09:30:20 AM
Got a new Matco ratchet today.


(https://i.postimg.cc/Y025HJPb/PXL-20211215-214529757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/346SjbYv)

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Beautiful piece of work! Is it domestic or Asian production Tim?


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on December 17, 2021, 11:33:40 AM
Got a new Matco ratchet today.


(https://i.postimg.cc/Y025HJPb/PXL-20211215-214529757.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/346SjbYv)

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Beautiful piece of work! Is it domestic or Asian production Tim?


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"Precision-made and hand assembled in USA" 

Im slowly getting more Matcos in my ratchet drawer. I'm preferring Matco over Snap-on.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on December 17, 2021, 12:17:25 PM
i love me some matco/armstrong/gearwrench single pawl danaher style ratchets. very nice ratchet mudman!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 27, 2021, 03:57:09 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/yYWNhfg9/20211227-125119.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N5qYBkxf)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 02, 2022, 02:22:39 PM
I figured why not for $15+ tax.
(https://i.postimg.cc/qgVSmQSm/20220102-120247.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fSC8y7wX)
I'm not really sure if it's truly useful or a gimmick but that hat price it's worth finding out.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on January 19, 2022, 04:37:23 PM
Found this ratchet at an estate sale place that's closing. COVID pretty much did them in. They've been closed for 2 years - finally allowed to open so they're clearing out and possibly going to reorganize. Found this in the first bin I looked at. A 1/2" proto pear head. He had ground down the handle slightly as he said it was pitted. It turned so I figured it'd be worth a shot for what he wanted. Cleaned and lubed, and put some heat shrink tubing on the handle to make it prettier and give it more grip.

I like heat shrink tubing for ratchet handles that need it. Cheap, lots of sizes so you can get the right fit, fairly decent grip. And it comes in several colors , so, if you're into that sort of thing or work at a shop that wants personal identification (I personally hate the grind mark method), heat shrink is a cheap alternative. Plus if you bugger it up or tear it - fast to redo.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on January 19, 2022, 05:39:36 PM
Nice grab on that Proto Los Angeles 5449 ratchet. I didn't know that are a hot pink kind of guy. :lol_hitting:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on January 19, 2022, 07:16:46 PM
I like the shrink wrap idea. thats a great idea.

My maintenance guys use colored phasing tape for marking tools. The maintenance super asked me what color I wanted on my replacement channel locks. I told him I marked all my tools with tape residue :hee20hee20hee:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on January 19, 2022, 10:01:42 PM
I like the shrink wrap idea. thats a great idea.

My maintenance guys use colored phasing tape for marking tools. The maintenance super asked me what color I wanted on my replacement channel locks. I told him I marked all my tools with tape residue :hee20hee20hee:

I didn't come up with the idea, but have used it for a couple of years and it works well for me.   :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on January 23, 2022, 03:34:35 PM
I told him I marked all my tools with tape residue :hee20hee20hee:

That is hilarios :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on February 09, 2022, 08:29:27 AM
2638
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on February 09, 2022, 09:41:51 AM
Harlan, Mama said your tractor is cute

What are your intended uses?  Obviously it isn't replacing the Cat :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on February 09, 2022, 10:22:00 AM
Harlan, Mama said your tractor is cute

What are your intended uses?  Obviously it isn't replacing the Cat :))

i was hoping for sexy but at my age and physique i should be grateful for cute!  :)

a few more pics down in the tractor section as an fyi.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on February 09, 2022, 11:15:54 AM
Glad you mentioned the tractor section, didn't know we had one or forgot about it :41:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 09, 2022, 07:02:49 PM
got some hi viz drivers from McMaster last week
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 09, 2022, 09:42:58 PM
got some hi viz drivers from McMaster last week
I would not have minded being able to get a whole set of those.
I don't need anymore screwdrivers right now or I'd see what's available.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 10, 2022, 06:28:24 PM
neither did I haha
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 19, 2022, 10:08:33 PM
These were late Christmas gifts that I didn't actually buy.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3xj3QnLC/20220219-195155.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/fVbGxjQJ)
Mostly all generic off brand Chinesium ( the safety glasses are Taiwanese like most you'll find )
The 2 pairs of safety glasses I can definitely use, and the stamps I will use and am not particular with regards to quality with those.

The wood chisels will make good beaters,  and the roll pin punches are not something I like to go cheap on but my WILDE set doesn't go this small so I'll use those little ones as long as they'll last.

Tools are something I don't really like getting as gifts because of course it tends to be generic Chinese stuff from Amazon, but in this case they ended up being stuff I could use.
Title: Long Metric Torx Bits
Post by: eborcim on February 23, 2022, 01:15:49 PM
Picked up these a few weeks ago from an Amazon deal for $15 shipped.  Don't know if I'll need them, but I gottem!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on February 23, 2022, 06:15:57 PM
That is a fantastic price. The Sunex tools that I have used performed just fine.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on February 23, 2022, 06:59:20 PM
$15 is a bargain, I've got an old Lisle set that I use way more than I expected to. A lot of things are Torx now.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 24, 2022, 08:39:48 PM
I would have grabbed them for that price too!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 24, 2022, 08:42:55 PM
Got these two mini prybars off the truck today.


(https://i.postimg.cc/4N8cyj7T/PXL-20220224-215131812.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xcz8Fx3s)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 25, 2022, 10:16:45 AM
Got these two mini prybars off the truck today.


(https://i.postimg.cc/4N8cyj7T/PXL-20220224-215131812.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xcz8Fx3s)

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Did you use the green one a bunch already or was did you buy it used ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 25, 2022, 06:59:56 PM
Got these two mini prybars off the truck today.


(https://i.postimg.cc/4N8cyj7T/PXL-20220224-215131812.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xcz8Fx3s)

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Did you use the green one a bunch already or was did you buy it used ?
There a day old and used it already. It's one of those tools you just grab and use greasy fingers or not.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on February 25, 2022, 07:11:33 PM
Saw this set could not pass it up, bore bars, 1/2 and 5/8... stout no flex kind of deal.

Lately grinding HSS blanks into tooling. Surprising how easy it really is and the tool produces a nice finish. 

Each has its place HSS & Carbide, I think this set and the size of the inserts will have a better finish.

Merry Christmas to me LOL.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 25, 2022, 07:56:47 PM
I just got my TEKTON hook and pick set, I was not expecting them so soon and in fact they were actually delivered to the wrong house.
A neighbor from around the block who's packages I occasionally receive ( same # different street ) came walking up with a black package and I knew right away what it was.
(https://i.postimg.cc/q72N0R1Z/20220225-171746.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nscFGHbv)

I didn't even think about it before, but they made sure the shanks are aligned with the name on the handle and that's a nice touch.
That is the way it should be though , it's not functionally important but it shows they care.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 25, 2022, 07:59:55 PM
Dang, those look nice! Alot nicer than the mutt set I've got in my shop.   :03:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 25, 2022, 08:35:47 PM
Dang, those look nice! Alot nicer than the mutt set I've got in my shop.   :03:
$20 with free shipping too, you may want to get a set.
I paid $18 shipped after the few $ in rewards I had built up.




Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: eborcim on February 26, 2022, 12:00:51 AM
Saw those on Tekton's website...very tempting.

These little USA made prybars on eBay (or ch3) like muddy bought are tempting too..

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/pocket-prybars-with-a-square-shank-red-and-green-handles-available.494078/#post-9479187 (https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/pocket-prybars-with-a-square-shank-red-and-green-handles-available.494078/#post-9479187)

(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/DjkAAOSww-NiDnMg/s-l1600.jpg)

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 26, 2022, 04:19:50 AM
Saw those on Tekton's website...very tempting.

These little USA made prybars on eBay (or ch3) like muddy bought are tempting too..

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/pocket-prybars-with-a-square-shank-red-and-green-handles-available.494078/#post-9479187 (https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/pocket-prybars-with-a-square-shank-red-and-green-handles-available.494078/#post-9479187)

(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/DjkAAOSww-NiDnMg/s-l1600.jpg)
Are you sure those are USA made ?
If I knew they were I'd order some, but based on the price I'm certain they have to be imported.

If the company making the classic shirt pocket screwdriver was making them I'd certainly buy a few, I don't remember their name but the company has been making those screwdrivers in the US for a very long time and they've always got their name on the clip.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 26, 2022, 06:34:01 PM
those definitely look imported but I could be wrong...
Snappy is now making them with their classic hard handles and pocket clip in 4 colors
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 27, 2022, 03:39:31 AM
those definitely look imported but I could be wrong...
Snappy is now making them with their classic hard handles and pocket clip in 4 colors
I'm positive they have to be.
The company I was thinking of was Alexander I believe if they're even around anymore.

I have no doubt that the snapon is good, but they look a bit bulkier than what I've got in mind.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 27, 2022, 06:32:22 AM
MAC was the first one I've seen to have these.

MAC and Snap-On are out of stock in their website.

https://www.mactools.com/products/f994fcac-a703-48d6-91df-a5d000e54433



https://shop.snapon.com/product/PBMB5O


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 27, 2022, 06:34:03 AM


I have no doubt that the snapon is good, but they look a bit bulkier than what I've got in mind.

They definitely are bulkier the the standard round style pocket screwdriver, but not really noticable when in your shirt pocket.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: eborcim on February 27, 2022, 06:01:58 PM
those definitely look imported but I could be wrong...
I'm positive they have to be.

You know, I figured the guy was making them here since he used to be a SO dealer.  States he has sold them for a couple years to dealters.   I dunno, you'll have to ask him.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 27, 2022, 08:35:21 PM
those definitely look imported but I could be wrong...
I'm positive they have to be.

You know, I figured the guy was making them here since he used to be a SO dealer.  States he has sold them for a couple years to dealters.   I dunno, you'll have to ask him.
The red ones are readily available with the Snap on logo and the green with the Matco logo, COO listed as China on Ebay and the identical examples are all over the internet in various colors .
Jersey discount tool offers a multi pack for pretty cheap too.

To me it's the kind of thing I'd pay $1.50 for out of a jar on the counter of the local auto parts store or something,  but I don't think I could bring myself to spend more than that on one.
If US made I would easily spend $4.99.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on February 28, 2022, 06:02:51 PM
Bought a stand for the grinder, it's a beast 80lbs, JET. They really make some good stuff. Fast shipping, ordered it Sunday.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 28, 2022, 06:28:58 PM
Bought a stand for the grinder, it's a beast 80lbs, JET. They really make some good stuff. Fast shipping, ordered it Sunday.
Looks nice.
The HFA stand I bought last year is pretty much worthless.
The tube is thin walled and I just couldn't get the base tight,  all it did was crush the tube.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 28, 2022, 06:33:27 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/2y3NTx1M/20220228-162234.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kRrHgKFv)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on February 28, 2022, 07:24:05 PM
Grinder and stand look nice and yes, Jet does make nice stuff


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on February 28, 2022, 08:42:14 PM
Bought a stand for the grinder, it's a beast 80lbs, JET. They really make some good stuff. Fast shipping, ordered it Sunday.
Looks nice.
The HFA stand I bought last year is pretty much worthless.
The tube is thin walled and I just couldn't get the base tight,  all it did was crush the tube.

A little tip to prevent crushing the tube.  You can see a bolt that locks the tube, also notice there is a jam nut.

The trick is to run the bolt in so the tube is locked in place, not slipping. Then run the nut in bottoming out against the flange.

Maybe get some longer bolt add a jam nut to the mix?


You can make HF work, just needs some re-engineering sometimes. 

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 01, 2022, 12:11:29 AM
Bought a stand for the grinder, it's a beast 80lbs, JET. They really make some good stuff. Fast shipping, ordered it Sunday.
Looks nice.
The HFA stand I bought last year is pretty much worthless.
The tube is thin walled and I just couldn't get the base tight,  all it did was crush the tube.

A little tip to prevent crushing the tube.  You can see a bolt that locks the tube, also notice there is a jam nut.

The trick is to run the bolt in so the tube is locked in place, not slipping. Then run the nut in bottoming out against the flange.

Maybe get some longer bolt add a jam nut to the mix?


You can make HF work, just needs some re-engineering sometimes.

I have a few ideas of how I could fix it, but I have to get the tube opened back up first.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 01, 2022, 06:28:51 AM

[/quote]
Looks nice.
The HFA stand I bought last year is pretty much worthless.
The tube is thin walled and I just couldn't get the base tight,  all it did was crush the tube.
[/quote]

A little tip to prevent crushing the tube.  You can see a bolt that locks the tube, also notice there is a jam nut.

The trick is to run the bolt in so the tube is locked in place, not slipping. Then run the nut in bottoming out against the flange.

Maybe get some longer bolt add a jam nut to the mix?


You can make HF work, just needs some re-engineering sometimes.
[/quote]

I have a few ideas of how I could fix it, but I have to get the tube opened back up first.
[/quote]

Maybe replace it, without knowing the size, for example, if 3" you can buy exhaust pipe (napa).

There should be plenty types of material for that, plus I'm guessing the grinder is not that heavy, 1/2, 3/4 hp ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 01, 2022, 12:47:26 PM

Looks nice.
The HFA stand I bought last year is pretty much worthless.
The tube is thin walled and I just couldn't get the base tight,  all it did was crush the tube.
[/quote]

A little tip to prevent crushing the tube.  You can see a bolt that locks the tube, also notice there is a jam nut.

The trick is to run the bolt in so the tube is locked in place, not slipping. Then run the nut in bottoming out against the flange.

Maybe get some longer bolt add a jam nut to the mix?


You can make HF work, just needs some re-engineering sometimes.
[/quote]

I have a few ideas of how I could fix it, but I have to get the tube opened back up first.
[/quote]

Maybe replace it, without knowing the size, for example, if 3" you can buy exhaust pipe (napa).

There should be plenty types of material for that, plus I'm guessing the grinder is not that heavy, 1/2, 3/4 hp ?
[/quote]
An old 50's Craftsman block body, actually only a 1/4hp.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 02, 2022, 04:51:40 PM
got these from amazon
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 03, 2022, 05:44:57 AM
Love me some Knipex

What are your intended uses?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on March 03, 2022, 01:57:12 PM
Finally ordered  these Malco pliers.  Got to say fit, finish, and feel are just right.  Definitely not going to use them around welding.  Nice, but be awhile before  I splurge on a set. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 03, 2022, 06:08:34 PM
Finally ordered  these Malco pliers.  Got to say fit, finish, and feel are just right.  Definitely not going to use them around welding.  Nice, but be awhile before  I splurge on a set.
The eagle grips are beautifully made, in my opinion well worth the price.


Did yours come in a box ?
Mine just came with a hang tag.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on March 09, 2022, 07:34:35 PM
Picked up a 1/4 fuel cordless ratchet, since my non-fuel (brushed, and not as stout head) striped it's gears. Also grab a BOGO free on these EzRed lights.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 11, 2022, 02:52:53 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/L56CkW3D/20220311-124012.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xJh3nt7N)
I don't really know why I've been wanting these and I already took the spring out, but I wanted them so I picked a pair up.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 11, 2022, 03:58:24 PM
My latest buy was Tekton:
Hex Key Wrench Set, 26-Piece (3/64-3/8 in., 1.27-10 mm)

Not that I needed them but simply for the way they store, tossed 2 complete sets 3/64-3/8 in. & 1.27-10 mm in the shit can.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 11, 2022, 05:53:34 PM
Those plastic holders for the allens are the best improvement in allen keys.  Make finding the right one easy. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 11, 2022, 07:28:06 PM
Heck, I could always find the right one, getting them in and out was the problem. Rotating them flat was the next big one to close the drawer.

Better late than never LOL

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 11, 2022, 07:41:38 PM
If eklind or bondhus offer a set in a holder like that I'll probably get them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: nelstomlinson on March 11, 2022, 11:38:14 PM
I suggested to Tekton they should sell those hex key holders separately. After all, they sell their other storage stuff separately.  No plans to do that at this time.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 12, 2022, 03:35:19 AM
If eklind or bondhus offer a set in a holder like that I'll probably get them.

Pretty sure both do, maybe not hooked together sae and metric, but similar style holder
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 12, 2022, 04:16:21 AM
If eklind or bondhus offer a set in a holder like that I'll probably get them.

Pretty sure both do, maybe not hooked together sae and metric, but similar style holder
I have the seperate sets already,  I was talking about hooked together like this.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: DeadNutz on March 12, 2022, 03:38:35 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/L56CkW3D/20220311-124012.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xJh3nt7N)
I don't really know why I've been wanting these and I already took the spring out, but I wanted them so I picked a pair up.

Did you plan on using them for their intended purpose of doing tie wire on rebar? Or did you remove the spring because you don't like them springing open?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 13, 2022, 05:14:24 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/L56CkW3D/20220311-124012.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xJh3nt7N)
I don't really know why I've been wanting these and I already took the spring out, but I wanted them so I picked a pair up.

Did you plan on using them for their intended purpose of doing tie wire on rebar? Or did you remove the spring because you don't like them springing open?
No rebar.
I just took out the springe because I don't like spring loaded pliers,  they barely fit in my pliers drawer as is it that was going to be necessary.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 19, 2022, 02:24:54 PM
 I ordered some things from HJE ( not the C-man rebuild kit )
(https://i.postimg.cc/HWK0xsFp/20220319-120247.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/14GV7P9T)
The Channellock 528 have some of the best F & F I've seen on any Channellock pliers in awhile.
I've never found any to be that bad, but the edges on these aren't as sharp and overall they're just a bit nicer.

The NOS 14oz Stanley soft face is nice too, I'll likely never be able to find replacement faces for it if needed, but for airgun / gun work duty it should last a long time.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on March 19, 2022, 03:07:40 PM
if i am correct, that hammer has a collet type tip holder that is tightened by the knurled ring.

new tips could be made from wood, plastic, brass, leather or whatever you chose as long as it was the same diameter as the old tip.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 19, 2022, 03:22:02 PM
if i am correct, that hammer has a collet type tip holder that is tightened by the knurled ring.

new tips could be made from wood, plastic, brass, leather or whatever you chose as long as it was the same diameter as the old tip.
It's not the collet type, but anything I could press into the collars should stay.
If it tries to come out using the thing should push it back in.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 22, 2022, 04:44:43 PM
1Z87WW660311285355

If you really really need a wood chipper these little ones aren't for you, but for occasional tree trimmings they're enough.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 25, 2022, 08:57:39 PM
I pick up any small US made hand saws I find at Goodwill and other thrift stores in lightly used condition. The cheap $15 Great neck back saws I tend to find for $4 and can consider disposable at that price.

This 1996 Stanley " Short cut " project / toolbox saw came home with me today.
It's nice and sharp, and has a fine-ish kerf with a nice nice 12TPI.
(https://i.postimg.cc/X7LDFzhj/20220325-160221.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PPL4n2T9)
It's just a little different than the ACE rebranded version I bought new a couple years ago.

The handle ain't no pre war Disston, but it works and that's about what you can expect to find at a hardware store today.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on March 31, 2022, 11:27:39 PM
Spent some cash yesterday.  Walked into Harbor Freight, came out with their manual  tire dismount tool.  Tired of working on the ground, wrestling 14-15-16 inch tires off and on. Got a few flat ones on my stand by fleet.  Watched some you tube videos on this thing,  decided it just might be worth it.   Also think I will be doing some modifying to it before long.   Since dad taught me how to  change a tire, patch the tube, and put it together about 1964, have probably done it 900 or a thousand times.   Mostly on the machines  where I worked.   Last place had a fantastic tire machine made in Italy.   Would pick up the tire with rim for you, run the whole thing with a joy stick,  it also cost over ten grand.  Once I got onto it, one could fly,  replaced 4  265-17s in 9 minutes, one gets inspired at quitting time.   Saturday the weather is supposed to be warmer, will unbox it,  find a spot to bolt it down, will let you know.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on April 07, 2022, 09:28:32 AM
Unboxed the tire device.  Cant hardly call it a machine, since it is manual.  Lots of paint,  welds look real good.  Fitted some 2x4s to the base and bolted it to a heavy pallet that followed me home.   Dont have enough extra space on a concrete floor to do a permanent mount.  Went together ok,  had to drill out the mounting holes fot 7/16 bolts.  Center hold down piece works but could gouge aluminum rims.  Broke down a couple of wheels, works fairly well.  Way better than using a bumper jack.    Got to do some mods to the roll out end of the bar,  but with plenty of lube it did do the job.   Went to the farm store to get some tire glide, just wanted a 10 oz bottle, nope only a gallon jug for $20.00.  Not going that route as it would dry up before I could use it all.   So far no welds have broke,  nothing has bent.  Can see where the bead breaker can be improved as per a couple of you tube videos.  Worth the $49,  have to say yes.   
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 12, 2022, 06:28:17 PM
got a few small items from menards over the weekend
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 13, 2022, 10:54:20 AM
got a few small items from menards over the weekend
Good haul.
Get 'em while you can since we all know what Ideal did to P-R.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 14, 2022, 02:38:06 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/cJPjPWn7/20220414-113337.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZcQyTxX)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on April 14, 2022, 05:05:22 PM
You're a better man than me I can tell you that.

Spent some cash yesterday.  Walked into Harbor Freight, came out with their manual  tire dismount tool.  Tired of working on the ground, wrestling 14-15-16 inch tires off and on. Got a few flat ones on my stand by fleet.  Watched some you tube videos on this thing,  decided it just might be worth it.   Also think I will be doing some modifying to it before long.   Since dad taught me how to  change a tire, patch the tube, and put it together about 1964, have probably done it 900 or a thousand times.   Mostly on the machines  where I worked.   Last place had a fantastic tire machine made in Italy.   Would pick up the tire with rim for you, run the whole thing with a joy stick,  it also cost over ten grand.  Once I got onto it, one could fly,  replaced 4  265-17s in 9 minutes, one gets inspired at quitting time.   Saturday the weather is supposed to be warmer, will unbox it,  find a spot to bolt it down, will let you know.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 14, 2022, 06:27:01 PM
got a few small items from menards over the weekend
Good haul.
Get 'em while you can since we all know what Ideal did to P-R.

funny, the made in US stuff was almost all in the clearance section. The seemingly identical, but now made in china masterforce stuff was front and center
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 14, 2022, 08:10:16 PM
got a few small items from menards over the weekend
Good haul.
Get 'em while you can since we all know what Ideal did to P-R.

funny, the made in US stuff was almost all in the clearance section. The seemingly identical, but now made in china masterforce stuff was front and center
That's kind of an odd choice if you ask me.
At least in my mind it's bad for them if the US made stuff is cleared out.

If it's anything like Ace hardware where the Chinese Craftsman cost the same as the domestic stuff did, the straggling domestic tools were / are a good thing.

If some Chinese Craftsman pliers are $12 and the Chinese Ace pliers are $5 I'd rather choose those, but if theres a domestic Craftsman straggler in the mix I'll gladly pay more for that.

When the new stuff is just a Chinese copy of the old domestic stuff and priced the same , keep it on the shelf because the extra cost will be worth it to somebody once in awhile.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 16, 2022, 06:42:09 PM
went to Hartville Hardware today - totally worth the 1 hr drive each way!
Klein case, Milwaukee metric hex impact bits, Wera 10mm bit, a big Wilde pin punch, 2 gal bucket
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on April 30, 2022, 08:52:24 PM
Stopped in at harbor freight can't remember what I really went there for.... anyway


I found these 1/4 deep sets in the clearance section. Of course the 3/8 and 10mm are missing.  :))

Also grabbed a wire stripper and a set of wobble exstentions.

(https://i.postimg.cc/C19Xc7jT/PXL-20220430-140132359.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9RtLMG8J)

(https://i.postimg.cc/wT8nJWqD/PXL-20220430-140136751.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/9zbxHYqf)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on April 30, 2022, 09:18:49 PM
Good prices on the sockets. HF really moves that opened/parts missing boxed stuff out fast and cheap. You won't regret that wobble set. I was skeptical at first, but they have held up very well for many years, and were worth every penny of what I paid.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on April 30, 2022, 10:30:01 PM
I guess the propensity of 10mm sockets disappearing starts at the store!   :D

Great finds, and as far as wobble extensions go that is one complete set.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 01, 2022, 06:10:06 PM
another month, another new Klein tool :)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 13, 2022, 06:00:42 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/2SB8Zzr1/20220513-143431.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K1x2XhKb)
Seems nice and will definitely come in handy, the only thing I don't like is how dust and stuff really sticks to the bottom.

I don't know how it could possibly stick and grip a surface with dust stuck to the bottom, but I'm not likely to really use it that way.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on May 13, 2022, 08:35:48 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/2SB8Zzr1/20220513-143431.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K1x2XhKb)
Seems nice and will definitely come in handy, the only thing I don't like is how dust and stuff really sticks to the bottom.

I don't know how it could possibly stick and grip a surface with dust stuck to the bottom, but I'm not likely to really use it that way.
Here's my thoughts...


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 13, 2022, 08:56:44 PM
I remember that.

For me this will just be on the bench in the man cave for airgun and fishing reel work.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on May 14, 2022, 08:28:56 PM
Picked up the metric set.

(https://i.postimg.cc/mkWHTS68/PXL-20220515-011234307.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYvXTjS1)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 15, 2022, 02:43:33 PM
Picked up the metric set.

(https://i.postimg.cc/mkWHTS68/PXL-20220515-011234307.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYvXTjS1)

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I'll be waiting to see what rolls out of the new plant in Texas at the end of this year.
Hopefully it's priced where I can afford to give 'em a chance.

If it's more that WRIGHT tool I don't think I could gamble on 'em, I'll have to let others find the potential flaws in the quality first.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 26, 2022, 09:30:10 PM
A 4pc Hansen socket tray set, 1/4 & 3/8.
(https://i.postimg.cc/7Yx9S3MH/20220526-130353.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/c6bfS8b2)
Honestly I don't really like them all that much and am probably going to get a few of the Ernst Socket boss instead.
The thing I don't like about these is the round base around each peg that is sized per socket.
Your only option is drive end up and, and only on the peg marked for that size, if you don't have that size in your set you're stuck with an empty space.
(https://i.postimg.cc/LXVp0kq9/20220526-191612.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wy3Z1mcZ)

I also don't like the weird thing they did for the smallest sizes on the 1/4 tray, if I'm not mistaken about their purpose.
(https://i.postimg.cc/WzbvRDrM/20220526-191728.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Q9PP1dft)

I also received this NOS Easco 3/8 ratchet.
(https://i.postimg.cc/WpmSDWZY/20220526-130419.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vDB5kv35)

I only paid $10, but True Value apparently clearances them out at some point for $2.99.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0jCCLjx1/20220526-130504.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/n9C7mHC3)

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on May 26, 2022, 09:58:20 PM
They were all the rage 15 or so years ago. I like trays, but ignore the size markings. I just fill ‘em with sockets. Great price on those sets.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 26, 2022, 10:05:25 PM
They were all the rage 15 or so years ago. I like trays, but ignore the size markings. I just fill ‘em with sockets. Great price on those sets.


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I would keep grabbing the wrong one, so I thought about marketing them out or something but it seems pretty annoying that you can't just put them wherever you want.

The Ernst socket boss seems very nice and modular, and even offers holders for ratchets and drive acessories, the stickers you get to mark your sizes seem like a good idea too though not that necessary.

Tekton rebrands them so I'll probably buy the 1/4 pair and 3/8 pare from them, they also rebrand the Ernst wrench racks and plier racks I can get from them.
Shipping is free and I earn reward points I can spend like cash so why not.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on May 27, 2022, 04:25:57 AM
Pros still seem to prefer the Hanson trays,,,,except the OCD ones who don't have the oddball sizes on either end :))

I get calls often for the small or large sizes and I normally say,  trying to fill up those Hansen trays are ya?

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on May 27, 2022, 09:23:57 AM
 :cool2:

I like the used sets I snagged at an estate sale. I use them for transitory storage - they're under the workbench till I can get a socket case or box. And it's easy to see at a glance what sizes I'm still missing in my spare sets.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 27, 2022, 12:00:24 PM
I'll use them for miscellaneous sockets, but I'm just annoyed by the fact that I can't put the sockets wherever I want.

Another thing about them I don't like is how they're a constant remember that my set doesn't include sizes that it could have.
I'll never probably never miss the 4.5mm, but the 2 missing larger sizes will bug me.

It will bug me to know theres likely a set out there that starts 1 size smaller and ends 2 sizes larger than mine.

I have sets that go up to 14mm and 9/16 which happen to be kept elsewhere , but I never knew they were going up to 15mm and 5/8 in 1/4dr these days.

I guess that's why those compact 1/4 body 3/8 ratchets aren't quite as popular as they once were.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on May 30, 2022, 04:37:20 PM
visited a buddy near Atlanta this past weekend, had to stop by the local hardware store and found some nice stuff!
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Post by: hickory n Steel on May 31, 2022, 11:36:32 AM
visited a buddy near Atlanta this past weekend, had to stop by the local hardware store and found some nice stuff!
Those NOS Channellock pliers were such a score.

Boy do I wish they were still stamping their tools instead of just etching them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on May 31, 2022, 12:33:27 PM
visited a buddy near Atlanta this past weekend, had to stop by the local hardware store and found some nice stuff!

excellent choices all Jeff!  Good luck with the new batch of tools -
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 03, 2022, 06:11:08 PM
Whenever I bite the bullet and buy a Chinese made tool related item I've always gotta balance things out a little bit and buy something American made as well.
, new or not I just have to.

I saw a garage sale on the way back and was able to score these 2 gems.
A Vaughan 505M 24oz framer because I have a thiang for Vaughan & Bushnell.

And a UNION FORK & Hoe crow bar, they made an excellent shovel but I never new they made stuff like this.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zGG5szsB/20220603-160041.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BXkdD0Q9)
(https://i.postimg.cc/8PHNXJn9/20220603-160048.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnnCnJpH)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on June 04, 2022, 08:30:52 AM
 I stepped off the deep end recently and purchased a Griots D9, buffer. Have hand-waxed my cars for very many years.

Along that road, I had purchased a Craftsmen 10'' buffer, around 99 cause of the truck I had purchased.

Tried using it to remove the wax, and found that to be a PIA. 

Jumping ahead, now having the Mustang, the truck sits in the weather and needs frequent polishing.

Having any tool one learns different ways to use them. So using the Craftsmen, tried loading the bonnet with the wax.

The heavens parted, and a lightning bolt appeared.... the machine is for applying the wax, not removal.

They will apply and spread a thin uniform coverage of wax.  So the Craftsmen being clunky to use, motivated this user to find a more friendly tool.

Hence the Griot's machine, in one weekend I did the wife's car and my truck, in a couple of hours each.

A real-time saver, and no not going for the paint correction deal. I am very satisfied with the factory finish.  Will use it for wax - ON, removing/buffing with soft towels.

I would not recommend using a machine on plastic panels, not for me at least, anyway, $$$ well spent.


One more thing to add, before I purchased the machine viewed some Utube videos for wax & polish brands, curiosity. Cause 3m is no longer making the past wax (damn).

Bough a few different brands to try, using on my 34 as a test platform. I have come to the reality, I believe.

Is that one brand over another, new and improved, differences seen, touted is psychological. Notice I stated brand, and not type,


I polished panels on the coupe using different brands side by side. As I went from one to the next, it seemed there were differences.

Observing the car the next day, could not tell one for the other.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on June 04, 2022, 10:03:04 AM
Absolutely pristine Thorsen 1/4" driver, a shallow 12mm S-K socket, and nice unusual Britool 3/8" extension. Looing for an appropriate steel rod to slide in the end hole and make a sliding T-handle out of it. Thick steel looks like it'd be tough.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 04, 2022, 10:13:05 AM
Absolutely pristine Thorsen 1/4" driver, a shallow 12mm S-K socket, and nice unusual Britool 3/8" extension. Looing for an appropriate steel rod to slide in the end hole and make a sliding T-handle out of it. Thick steel looks like it'd be tough.
I love the classic iconic green head Thorsen handles.
They're average where grip is concerned but I just like how they look.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 06, 2022, 10:32:48 PM
Ordered this up from Harry J Epstein. Through in a set of USA made safety glasses



 too!(https://i.postimg.cc/J7JM9qFY/PXL-20220607-030530608.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CdF38jSb)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 07, 2022, 10:27:09 AM
Ordered this up from Harry J Epstein. Through in a set of USA made safety glasses



 too!(https://i.postimg.cc/J7JM9qFY/PXL-20220607-030530608.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CdF38jSb)

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What's the knife look like ?

Made in Spain right ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on June 07, 2022, 12:45:37 PM
AJax makes great air chisels and .401 shank accessories. The only Ajax cutter that I never really cared for was their spot weld cutter. It didn't work well for me. Hence, I always purchased Snap-On for that particular tool.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 07, 2022, 06:52:25 PM
Ordered this up from Harry J Epstein. Through in a set of USA made safety glasses



 too!(https://i.postimg.cc/J7JM9qFY/PXL-20220607-030530608.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CdF38jSb)

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What's the knife look like ?

Made in Spain right ?
Here a write up on it.


http://garagegazette.com/index.php?topic=3961.0

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 07, 2022, 06:53:41 PM
AJax makes great air chisels and .401 shank accessories. The only Ajax cutter that I never really cared for was their spot weld cutter. It didn't work well for me. Hence, I always purchased Snap-On for that particular tool.
I'm lacking in that department. I have one main punch I uses and a Blue Point set of Extra long punches that Ivs probably used twice.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 07, 2022, 06:58:07 PM
Picked up a brake caliper tool to do the brakes on the Oldsmobile. Also grabbed a socket rail tray that was on sale to keep moving along with organizing my room cart at home.


This one is SAE impact sockets. I'll set up one similar for Metric impact sockets. Since I uses the impacts the most out in the driveway I'll probably find a spot to hang these on the wall or maybe figure a way to hang them from the side of the cart. So they will be easier to just grab and go.

Missing the 1/2" 1-1/14 deep socket I'll have to pickup somewhere some time.


(https://i.postimg.cc/CMjS4prv/PXL-20220607-233911796.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3XsJ6rW)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 30, 2022, 02:39:42 PM
Some Channellock 718 duckbills, and an Armstrong 1/4" ratchet for the collection.
(https://i.postimg.cc/L4chXbq2/20220630-120006.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/SjGm1V7v)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on June 30, 2022, 06:32:27 PM
a few small items from last week
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Post by: hickory n Steel on July 05, 2022, 02:23:54 PM
A couple more NOS Armstrong goodies in the mail from Cripe today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/tJqbLPnr/20220705-113847.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdBwSYZc)
Never had a 1/4f - 3/8m adapter before and I'm not sure when I'll need it but I expect it to be one of those tools you'll eventually find yourself using once you have it.

The bit driver is a gearless which I don't like in ratchets but I normally tend to use a screwdriver in situations where I would see if I was just turning it back and forth.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on July 05, 2022, 02:26:17 PM
These Ernst wrench rails from Tekton just came to the house.
(https://i.postimg.cc/DZ2yKRtd/20220705-120048.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jWFrH3qL)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3wQxtk1q/20220705-120606.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zypNBX9w)
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Post by: fatfillup on July 05, 2022, 02:30:33 PM
Tim, that hammer head bit is the most useful air chisel bit I own.  Use it often for knocking things apart.  The shock will often break a rusty hold between 2 parts
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on July 06, 2022, 07:01:32 PM
Tim, that hammer head bit is the most useful air chisel bit I own.  Use it often for knocking things apart.  The shock will often break a rusty hold between 2 parts
I've been meaning to get one for awhile now. Just finally got one when scrolling through H J Epstein site

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on July 06, 2022, 09:46:59 PM
A couple more NOS Armstrong goodies in the mail from Cripe today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/tJqbLPnr/20220705-113847.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FdBwSYZc)
Never had a 1/4f - 3/8m adapter before and I'm not sure when I'll need it but I expect it to be one of those tools you'll eventually find yourself using once you have it.

The bit driver is a gearless which I don't like in ratchets but I normally tend to use a screwdriver in situations where I would see if I was just turning it back and forth.

I have a GW stubby ratcheting driver similar to that one (mine isn't gearless) and have a bunch of bits to use in it. Haven't had to use it yet but expect it to be a lifesaver inside a window unit or under the van hood. Here it is when I found it, and after I found a home for it in a GW set.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: mdlbldrmatt135 on July 07, 2022, 07:07:57 AM
Currently waiting on this Channel Lock 8SWCB to arrive:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 07, 2022, 10:20:37 AM
Those GW ratcheting bit drivers use a 1/4 female drive socket don't they?

The Blackhawk I bought uses hex, but I was under the impression it required a specific bit holder with a detent or something so I went and found one on Cripe.

When the driver arrived though it turned out to have a magnet inside,  so it works with anything standard 1/4 hex.
The bit holder that's made for it does have a stubby little shank on it though , so maybe it fits better than others?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on July 07, 2022, 12:00:03 PM
The GW drivers are 1/4" square drive opening, yes.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 07, 2022, 03:01:58 PM
The bit holder arrived, it's kind of long but the shortest they had left.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zv5wJr1M/20220707-125329.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzX1wKkN)

And I just noticed that the Armstrong brand had pretty much worn all the way off the driver, just from handling it wore most of the way off.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on July 07, 2022, 03:40:47 PM
Shorter male hex to magnetic female hex adaptor? I've got this one you can have.

You can grind off the end so the groove doesn't cause a swivel effect.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 07, 2022, 04:23:23 PM
Shorter male hex to magnetic female hex adaptor? I've got this one you can have.

You can grind off the end so the groove doesn't cause a swivel effect.
Thanks for the offer, but I had one laying around.

(https://i.postimg.cc/43m4Pc4r/20220707-144102.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wtYdT7mV)

This'll do just fine, but I sure wouldn't mind finding one that's knurled though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 11, 2022, 03:28:07 PM
A vintage WRIGHT 2400, 1977 dated if I'm not mistaken.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CMPCR4dg/20220711-113306.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sj9Y5CWT)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on July 11, 2022, 08:02:06 PM
A vintage WRIGHT 2400, 1977 dated if I'm not mistaken.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CMPCR4dg/20220711-113306.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sj9Y5CWT)
Thats one clean ratchet, and nice knife!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 11, 2022, 09:53:58 PM
A vintage WRIGHT 2400, 1977 dated if I'm not mistaken.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CMPCR4dg/20220711-113306.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Sj9Y5CWT)
Thats one clean ratchet, and nice knife!

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Thanks, I really lucked out on both of these recently.

The ratchet being unused as far as I can tell, was $26 .

The Buck 704 maverick came to me last week about as mint as you can get for a 40 year old knife without the box.
The seller must not have known what he had, because he took my offer of $29 shipped and that's a steal for an early English script 704 in really any condition.
Any English script Buck of the era is worth more than that actually.

Normally I don't get such deals and really just wanna score an item without breaking the bank,  but I'm especially happy with this purchase.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 16, 2022, 01:29:40 PM
No actual tools today,  but a couple of tool related decals for my toolbox.
I know a lot of people don't like putting decals on their boxes,  but my grandfather put decals on his and my dad did too.
We even used to put stickers all over the TV when TV'S still had room to put them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/sXrW1Y1s/20220716-110911.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CZc5QfjQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rmNr4DtW/20220716-112048.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hzhvWPsP)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on July 18, 2022, 06:09:47 PM
Elroy made a recent stop by "southern" and selected these "Made in France" Blackhawk branded Torx drivers. The single T40 was $2 so the total on the eight pieces came to $7.
Not bad
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Post by: skfarmer on July 18, 2022, 06:51:14 PM
elroy knows a deal when he sees one. those same drivers were also made in green and carried the sk name when sk was affiliated with facom.

the farmer has a few green ones with flat and phillips tips. pretty decent drivers and comfortable as well.
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Post by: jeffmoss26 on July 18, 2022, 07:15:42 PM
my epstein's day haul
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on July 18, 2022, 07:44:31 PM
Looks like a good haul!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on July 19, 2022, 07:58:41 AM
Quite the deal on the torx drivers

For me, not an often-used tool but I am glad I have them in the collection
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on July 19, 2022, 08:18:03 AM
Quite the deal on the torx drivers

For me, not an often-used tool but I am glad I have them in the collection

Absolutely agree Phil. I see more and more Torx in everyday use. From deck screws, lag screws/bolts, to common household appliances; Torx is taking the lead. I owned a marginal set of drivers for a long time, but given the prevalence of these fasteners, I bit the bullet and purchased a set of NOS Craftsman Torx drivers on eBay. Glad I did because the security Torx (S-Torx) drivers have saved my bacon on several occasions when taking apart small kitchen appliances.

Elroy made a very good purchase - congrats.  :bravo_2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: torqueman2002 on July 19, 2022, 08:39:14 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/sXrW1Y1s/20220716-110911.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CZc5QfjQ)
(https://i.postimg.cc/rmNr4DtW/20220716-112048.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hzhvWPsP)
I understand the Flying Tools sticker is funny.

But to a 73 year old guy who was the kid that had to retrieve the screwdrivers and pliers that his dad had thrown and that bounced off the imposing neighbor's garage, I still have PTSD - Post Tool-throwing Sneeking-back to Dad.  ::) 

No disrespect to the very real and actual PTSD sufferers indented.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on July 19, 2022, 11:49:01 AM
After the VP fuel jugs started leaking I decided to retry a different brand. Will give these a try. After two of my VP jugs started leaking within a few weeks of each other I don’t have much faith in them.

I wonder if they put that export only sticker on the bottom for a reason??🤣🤣
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Post by: hickory n Steel on July 19, 2022, 12:30:28 PM
my epstein's day haul
Did they have a sale or something that I missed ?

Btw I've never made a large enough order to get box art, everything I've ordered was coming in a bubble mailer and I'm not sure if they'll draw on those.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on July 19, 2022, 02:24:16 PM
my epstein's day haul
Did they have a sale or something that I missed ?

Btw I've never made a large enough order to get box art, everything I've ordered was coming in a bubble mailer and I'm not sure if they'll draw on those.
Yup all happens on Channel 3 every July 4


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Post by: Elroy on July 19, 2022, 07:04:16 PM
elroy knows a deal when he sees one. those same drivers were also made in green and carried the sk name when sk was affiliated with facom.

the farmer has a few green ones with flat and phillips tips. pretty decent drivers and comfortable as well.

Ya mean something like these ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on July 19, 2022, 07:11:59 PM
Quite the deal on the torx drivers

For me, not an often-used tool but I am glad I have them in the collection

Absolutely agree Phil. I see more and more Torx in everyday use. From deck screws, lag screws/bolts, to common household appliances; Torx is taking the lead. I owned a marginal set of drivers for a long time, but given the prevalence of these fasteners, I bit the bullet and purchased a set of NOS Craftsman Torx drivers on eBay. Glad I did because the security Torx (S-Torx) drivers have saved my bacon on several occasions when taking apart small kitchen appliances.

Elroy made a very good purchase - congrats.  :bravo_2:

Those security Torx and Allen screws can be a real problem. Hold no doubt, Elroy has access to a wide selection of both internal and external Torx bits . However most of them were the square drive socket verity. Elroy's straight shank drivers selection was fairly limited until recently. Many times a straight shank driver is required due to limited access. That problem should now be history.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on July 19, 2022, 08:26:56 PM


Quite the deal on the torx drivers

For me, not an often-used tool but I am glad I have them in the collection

Absolutely agree Phil. I see more and more Torx in everyday use. From deck screws, lag screws/bolts, to common household appliances; Torx is taking the lead. I owned a marginal set of drivers for a long time, but given the prevalence of these fasteners, I bit the bullet and purchased a set of NOS Craftsman Torx drivers on eBay. Glad I did because the security Torx (S-Torx) drivers have saved my bacon on several occasions when taking apart small kitchen appliances.

Elroy made a very good purchase - congrats.  :bravo_2:

Those security Torx and Allen screws can be a real problem. Hold no doubt, Elroy has access to a wide selection of both internal and external Torx bits . However most of them were the square drive socket verity. Elroy's straight shank drivers selection was fairly limited until recently. Many times a straight shank driver is required due to limited access. That problem should now be history.

Inquiring minds.... Can Elroy tells this dumb farm boy what the plastic red things on the ring are?

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 20, 2022, 12:37:40 AM
I wanna know too.
It looks like they go over a torx and fit into one, but what's the purpose?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on July 20, 2022, 06:18:41 AM
It looks like they go over a torx and fit into one, but what's the purpose?

That's exactly what they do. With a snug fit inside, or over the fastener, they positively identify the correct Torx driver. It works kind of like a thread screw pitch gauge for Torx bits. It was a free salesman's sample from one of my fastener reps. It's actually rather handy to have for accurate shop floor identification of driver size. It's like having the whole tool box on your key chain.
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Post by: goodfellow on July 20, 2022, 06:22:27 AM
I wanna know too.
It looks like they go over a torx and fit into one, but what's the purpose?

Torx and E-Torx sizing gauge set

https://www.amazon.com/Torx-Screw-Measure-Gauge-Female/dp/B014PK3Q6A
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Post by: hickory n Steel on July 20, 2022, 11:58:19 AM
Cool, thanks for the info.
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Post by: fatfillup on July 20, 2022, 11:58:32 AM
Well I had the same question,  :))

makes sense
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Post by: muddy on July 20, 2022, 07:41:19 PM
Thanks Elroy

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 21, 2022, 03:13:59 PM
S•K 40970, the head is larger than my WRIGHT 2426 and nothing can really beat the contour grip,  but I like it.
60 tooth count which I didn't expect,  it's smooth and has minimal anvil play.
(https://i.postimg.cc/D0NKKFc2/20220721-124210.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N2Rn13VV)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on July 23, 2022, 11:56:08 AM
Elroy would trust these recently purchased, high speed silver and deming shanked  drill bits would be considered a tool
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Post by: slip knot on July 23, 2022, 12:09:19 PM
At $3 each. I would say Elroy got a hell of a deal.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on July 23, 2022, 02:15:05 PM
At $3 each. I would say Elroy got a hell of a deal.

It was indeed a good deal. That's why Elroy purchased them.

Then there's this recent line wrench purchase at $17 per set. For years Elroy employed his vintage Craftsman examples until one came up missing.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 23, 2022, 02:58:09 PM
Those wrenches were definitely a steal.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on July 23, 2022, 07:38:41 PM
Had to enlarge the picture, as I thought those were Wright ones at first.  (looks like Blackhawk, instead?)

I had bid on some on Ebay, that I already own a set of (Kobalt, SAE, made by JH WIlliams), but got outbid.  For the cost, I was putting them aside for a friend, if I won them.
Still would like to try some Armstrongs or Wrights, compared to the Snap on, Williams and Bonney's I have.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on July 24, 2022, 03:44:39 PM
Elroy likes a good deal
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on July 24, 2022, 10:19:13 PM
if elroy ever came across any more of those sk extension sets  he could easily sell a set to the farmer.

as a purist, sk extensions should have 2 bands on the female end and all of the last generations are smooth. well maybe not purist. a purist would say 2 bands  and no knurling like the oldest version but the "newer" banded with knurling are the best of both.

as usual elroy has an eye for the good deals.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 25, 2022, 05:45:54 PM
This PROTO 4749XL just arrived and I'm impressed,  it's my first sealed head too.
(https://i.postimg.cc/j2qwYSwH/20220725-153721.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vgjHWMvT)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on July 27, 2022, 07:14:19 PM
Picked up this small bore scope.


https://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/MDDUALSCOPE/DUAL-CAMERA-WI-FI-BORESCOPE/



(https://i.postimg.cc/TYnz3p84/PXL-20220727-203152366.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xcTxsj1v)


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on July 27, 2022, 08:08:44 PM
Did you use that on the dam in the other thread?  Amateur proctologist.....
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on July 28, 2022, 04:28:58 AM
Have not seen those speed lock Channel locks before
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 30, 2022, 10:23:05 PM
Have not seen those speed lock Channel locks before
Being a Channellock fan I want to try out the mechanism,  but I just can't bring myself to spend my hard earned money on a tool that looks like this.
Call me a stubborn jackass ( I am one ) but they went out of their way to make these look overly futuristic and I just cannot get behind that choice.

Look at Knipex, they simply made a classic pair of " water pump pliers " with a new mechanism.


Channellock could have easily done that, the flag design on the button is a nice touch they could have kept but other than that they shouldn't have gone out of their way to make these look modern.
If they ever decide to do such a thing to their other pliers I will no longer be a customer.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 01, 2022, 04:53:13 PM
got these NOS from Kitts Tool on ebay
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 01, 2022, 07:03:50 PM
got these NOS from Kitts Tool on ebay
Great score.
I really wish good quality American made drill bits could still be affordable.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: mdlbldrmatt135 on August 02, 2022, 05:03:57 AM
got these NOS from Kitts Tool on ebay

I've picked up a couple of their drill bit assortments, to try to fill holes in the Index's I've gotten at auction.   It's a decent assortment of bits for $20 plus shipping.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 11, 2022, 07:51:26 PM
got this set today
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on August 12, 2022, 08:05:44 AM
Can't go wrong buying Klein Jeff. The quality is always there -- congrats!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on August 13, 2022, 03:55:12 PM
Working hot?

Done it a few times, never by choice
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: mdlbldrmatt135 on August 13, 2022, 05:19:21 PM
I picked up a auxiliary handle for my angle grinder from Aliexpress.  Finally used it today while removing some rust from a new to me shop cabinet.    Worked better than the usual side handle they cone with.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 13, 2022, 08:12:38 PM
Working hot?

Done it a few times, never by choice

No, they were orange :P
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on August 14, 2022, 08:23:29 AM
I picked up a auxiliary handle for my angle grinder from Aliexpress.  Finally used it today while removing some rust from a new to me shop cabinet.    Worked better than the usual side handle they cone with.

Stupid question, because the design looks like you could still use that side handle, if you had to work at an odd angle, WITH that handle on?
Any picture of the finished product?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: mdlbldrmatt135 on August 14, 2022, 10:37:45 AM
I picked up a auxiliary handle for my angle grinder from Aliexpress.  Finally used it today while removing some rust from a new to me shop cabinet.    Worked better than the usual side handle they cone with.

Stupid question, because the design looks like you could still use that side handle, if you had to work at an odd angle, WITH that handle on?
Any picture of the finished product?

if you modify it a bit. I don't think the threaded portion of the side  handle are long enough.....
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 19, 2022, 05:36:50 PM
Ryobi HP battery + charger,  their little bluetooth speaker / radio, and these diamond coated bits to try out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/KvdVWvLT/20220819-151959.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TpJCLxt2)

I've had many cheap bluetooth speakers but they're either not very durable,  not very loud, have a short run time, or the internal batteries go bad.
I won't have to worry about that here since it's using my tool batteries.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on August 23, 2022, 04:34:40 PM
left hand drill bit for 25 cents,
Elroy will take it...............Thank you
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on August 23, 2022, 11:00:11 PM
Picked up Grey Pneumatic 1326md for $80 today.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on August 24, 2022, 07:57:02 AM
left hand drill bit for 25 cents,
Elroy will take it...............Thank you

Oh baby, that's a deal.  Hope you bought a lot of them
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on August 24, 2022, 08:03:40 PM
Anyone recommend a good left hand drill bit set, that isn't trash or break the bank. Use the for bold extraction, so a good bite is a must. Bought a cheap set from northern tool and their just scrap.

Also dumb question, can you sharpen left hand drill hits in a drill Dr.?

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on August 24, 2022, 09:46:50 PM
Anyone recommend a good left hand drill bit set, that isn't trash or break the bank. Use the for bold extraction, so a good bite is a must. Bought a cheap set from northern tool and their just scrap.

Also dumb question, can you sharpen left hand drill hits in a drill Dr.?

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Drill doctor has left hand chucks for certain models.
If there are just a few sizes you use, I would look, individually at Mcmaster Carr (not cheap for a set).

Epstein's site looks down right now, so I can't tell what they have.  I expect it is similar to usatoolsupply (expensive).
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 29, 2022, 07:11:27 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/qM3TcD63/20220829-162123.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bspWpTTy)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 08, 2022, 09:08:23 PM
I just received a pair of these ergodyne Skullerz " bump cap inserts " , goes inside a ball cap and gives you a very light duty hard hat.
I'll be putting this in my work uniform hat.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YCqHBdcT/s-l400-19.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Not good for major protection , just a little protection from minor bumps that are more annoying than anything

Theres one thing I do weekly at work where I'm always bumping my head on these fire suppression nozzles, and it really just pisses me off.


On first impressions it doesn't seem uncomfortable or anything,  but if I don't like it I'm only out about $6 a piece.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on September 09, 2022, 08:46:42 AM
Wish I would have had one of those cap inserts yesterday. I pulled down some old paneling in the attached garage, and a random filler piece with one single nail in it let loose and dropped on my head. The nail caught my noggin just right and scratched my scalp about 1/2" ---  hurt like heck.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 09, 2022, 09:12:24 AM
Wish I would have had one of those cap inserts yesterday. I pulled down some old paneling in the attached garage, and a random filler piece with one single nail in it let loose and dropped on my head. The nail caught my noggin just right and scratched my scalp about 1/2" ---  hurt like heck.
And that's when you pet out some words you didn't even realize you knew.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on September 09, 2022, 07:24:32 PM
NOS from eBay
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on September 09, 2022, 08:59:08 PM
NOS from eBay

Damn -- those were the days! Sweet - congratulations.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 11, 2022, 03:05:58 PM
NOS from eBay
Damn you !

Wait, the seller didn't have others did they?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on September 11, 2022, 03:19:32 PM
Elroy has been contemplating the addition of a needle scaler to his tool arsenal for several years. With the recent "beyond basic" activities. Elroy select literally the cheapest needle scaler readily available. This bottom rung harbor freight example is almost a POS but for the limited use Elroy has planed, it's worked fine so far.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on September 12, 2022, 09:09:17 PM
Am I missing something on the Channellock, or does it have to do with racing?  (not a race fan, as a kid I wanted to get into autobody and watching cars drive until they wreck, ticked me off)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on September 13, 2022, 07:51:31 AM
Am I missing something on the Channellock, or does it have to do with racing?  ........

The company was a BIG sponsor of various racing teams, and in many different racing classes. From dirt track cars to NACAR, Channellock sponsorship was pretty much everywhere. They regularly featured their racing affiliations on their product lines; especially around Christmas where the "value packs" were quite popular. In my day I received a few of those "racing" branded packs from friends and family.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on September 16, 2022, 01:38:43 PM
I been away a couple of days  , came home to these in the mailbox …… neither will be users , straight into the collection……(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220916/97f5f2513e2f1b74ef198e0bac28e972.jpg)
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on September 16, 2022, 04:49:22 PM
That Challenger by Proto is sweet pie. Does Elroy see 1/2" ??
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on September 16, 2022, 05:59:19 PM
That Challenger by Proto is sweet pie. Does Elroy see 1/2" ??
Yes , Elroy is correct in his assumption, Challenger is a halfer  , Sidchrome is 3/8 “ , quite rare even here in NZ , plenty of 1/2 “ to be had in that style .


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on September 17, 2022, 08:30:49 PM
Very nice Mark!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 22, 2022, 02:41:21 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/BnBqyGvR/20220922-123439.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RWq56yKT)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on September 23, 2022, 02:01:37 AM
What am I?

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220923/88ca85c3b93f55667f00f20d7f13d407.jpg)

Edit - about an inch high.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 23, 2022, 01:32:45 PM
A 3d printed door stop ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on September 27, 2022, 12:34:57 AM
A 3d printed door stop ?

No, but it is 3d printed. What is probably confusing you poor backward Americans is that it is marked in millimetres 

It is used for measuring the depth of ruts in the road under a straight edge so you don't have to get on your hands and knees to read a ruler.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220927/2afcd179b211dc1c52d91e14d2b92d32.jpg)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on September 27, 2022, 10:29:07 AM
Well that is clever.

And I am all about not kneeling, but if I do, there is a knelling pad involved
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 28, 2022, 12:53:57 PM
A 3d printed door stop ?

No, but it is 3d printed. What is probably confusing you poor backward Americans is that it is marked in millimetres 

It is used for measuring the depth of ruts in the road under a straight edge so you don't have to get on your hands and knees to read a ruler.

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220927/2afcd179b211dc1c52d91e14d2b92d32.jpg)

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220927/332bb98ec9816bf3e0c341cecc5dbad0.jpg)
Interesting.

You're probably right about the metric measurements confusing us, were so used to our SAE standard that landed us on the moon .

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on September 28, 2022, 05:32:28 PM
Well that is clever.

And I am all about not kneeling, but if I do, there is a knelling pad involved

Big 10-4! Kneeling pads ( or stadium pads) are my friends these days. Can't garden without one!

And that Sidchrome frankenstein ratchet looks nice. Probably not the smoothest action but simple and tough as nails. :great:

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 30, 2022, 02:59:00 PM
Just received this NOS vintage Easco tool set in the mail.
(https://i.postimg.cc/tgdGBgTM/20220930-115708.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/hJGYjcVL)
Some of the sockets are pretty rough and the 2 screwdrivers are bottom of the barrel junk, but with the ratchet,  hacksaw, and pretty nice hex key set I got quite a bit of useful good for the $32 shipped it cost me.
The hacksaw is a bit chintzy feeling but I kind of like, it seems like a decent little 10" hacksaw.

If this set had been in some kind of carry case or something I'd be tempted to just collect it, but since it didn't I'm just looking at it for it's value in tools.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 01, 2022, 04:01:27 PM
Recieved a 5 pack of cheap 1/4-4mm adapter bits.
(https://i.postimg.cc/YCVBRXwF/20221001-121029.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rDSHFNsy)

1 of them I cut down to be a better fit in the titan roto head bit ratchet.
(https://i.postimg.cc/3xWH2sz7/20221001-121043.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zymMrcJP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/02VsMkWc/20221001-121134.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XpBhtb0C)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 03, 2022, 02:41:26 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/gJ8F9S8p/20221003-123910.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CBh6k4cr)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on October 05, 2022, 08:28:36 PM
Elroy's most recent purchase that wasn't a waste
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on October 06, 2022, 08:25:02 PM
Found a trio of Dunlap double ratcheting box wrenches. I already have the smallest one, so these three give me a second set. Just lacking the largest one (13/16" x 7/8").

Will clean, lube, and hang them - ready for use.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on October 07, 2022, 10:42:20 AM
Elroy's most recent purchase that wasn't a waste

Those are pretty sweet. I have one permanently mounted to the battery powering my driveway gate opener.
The original setup ran power to the gate controller that then charged the battery but every time the battery goes dead it kills the charger circuit in the controller board. $350 board or $30 float charger. Easy choice there
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 12, 2022, 03:04:25 PM
2 more for the Channellock drawer.
(https://i.postimg.cc/rmTcbzx6/20221012-114305.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gwgfLzg4)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on October 12, 2022, 06:15:13 PM
speaking of Channellock, they were nice enough to send me their latest sticker and lapel pin along with 2 other stickers :)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 12, 2022, 06:55:46 PM
speaking of Channellock, they were nice enough to send me their latest sticker and lapel pin along with 2 other stickers :)
You lucky bastard.
How do I get these ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 13, 2022, 10:18:25 AM
I found the Channellock logo decal available for $3 and ordered one, but man I really want one of those pins.
Hopefully one will turn up on Ebay eventually or something.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 20, 2022, 02:31:54 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/tgzWqS4h/20221020-121621.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VSdd4FM6)
(https://i.postimg.cc/PqH1ksTX/20221020-121722.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K191nW1w)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on October 20, 2022, 07:27:10 PM
Picked up the new 9-1/2"  3/8"

(https://i.postimg.cc/4xRLKPh6/PXL-20221019-204147184.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcXLkWhT)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on October 20, 2022, 07:27:50 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/tgzWqS4h/20221020-121621.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/VSdd4FM6)
(https://i.postimg.cc/PqH1ksTX/20221020-121722.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K191nW1w)
Digging that long Wright!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 20, 2022, 08:34:53 PM
Oh it's another winner for sure, I really love it.

I was working on my old Dahon stowaway bike today changing the tire and trying to get the derailleur back on properly, this ratchet was a dream.
Of course part of that is just that it's nice not having the head flex on me when I don't want it,  but I also just really like the ratchet.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 22, 2022, 06:56:49 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/1t600Wvr/20221022-124228.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/phWnRBbm)
I like how this one has the ball detent there, I've never seen that before.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on October 24, 2022, 10:51:23 AM
Picked up the new 9-1/2"  3/8"

(https://i.postimg.cc/4xRLKPh6/PXL-20221019-204147184.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcXLkWhT)

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me likey.........
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 24, 2022, 03:51:09 PM
I was going to buy the Ernst plastic plier rack / dividers from Tekton because I didn't like the cheap wire frame plier rack from HF, but my opinion on them has since changed and I just bought another yesterday for my Channellock drawer.
(https://i.postimg.cc/jSbmyJwH/20221024-133546.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/56ssVymy)
There are 2 reasons I now like the HF plier racks.

First I discovered a better way to use them, place the pliers jaw first and lightly gripping the bar running across the back so they'll stay upright and not fall over.
(https://i.postimg.cc/W1wK8bgQ/20221024-133506.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dhD4tFWB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/KYcWHS54/20221024-133520.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nX5TXWgt)
And 2nd I like that I can cut them to length without ruining them.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on October 24, 2022, 04:13:15 PM
Made my own from dish racks, either garage sales, trash pick or dollar stores.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 24, 2022, 05:41:59 PM
Made my own from dish racks, either garage sales, trash pick or dollar stores.
That works.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on October 26, 2022, 12:59:43 AM
Picked these up today  , in great shape , looks like been hardly used ……(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221026/4a403a6bada5254ec1378460e532c2b2.jpg)
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221026/9e655f7f41c2ad339ed4f9f3dfd35b24.jpg)


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on October 26, 2022, 06:07:21 AM
Those must be seconds, they have a spelling mistake  :clap:


I didn't buy this, because evidently it costs an arm and a leg and a kidney! But I did get to have a play with it. Anyone want to guess what it is and what it is for? It is fairly close to 4" high.

Edit: If you can find those part numbers your googlefu is better than mine.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on October 26, 2022, 07:57:39 AM
Ryobi HP battery + charger,  their little bluetooth speaker / radio, and these diamond coated bits to try out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/KvdVWvLT/20220819-151959.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TpJCLxt2)

I've had many cheap bluetooth speakers but they're either not very durable,  not very loud, have a short run time, or the internal batteries go bad.
I won't have to worry about that here since it's using my tool batteries.

Those are nice radios. I have had one for some years and have gotten a great deal of use out of it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: nelstomlinson on October 26, 2022, 09:55:52 PM
.

Edit: If you can find those part numbers your googlefu is better than mine.
https://pankl.com/racing/en/products/
Try looking there for those numbers.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 26, 2022, 09:58:18 PM
Ryobi HP battery + charger,  their little bluetooth speaker / radio, and these diamond coated bits to try out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/KvdVWvLT/20220819-151959.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TpJCLxt2)

I've had many cheap bluetooth speakers but they're either not very durable,  not very loud, have a short run time, or the internal batteries go bad.
I won't have to worry about that here since it's using my tool batteries.

Those are nice radios. I have had one for some years and have gotten a great deal of use out of it.
I have been liking it, my only complaint is that it doesn't alert you that the bluetooth is connected.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 27, 2022, 03:31:20 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZKmw8yCF/20221027-114537.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/py0QxrQp)

These are a lot smaller than I expected,  but they're going with the gun / airgun / fishing reel repair stuff where the size will be perfectly fine.
(https://i.postimg.cc/t4CDfQds/20221027-115407.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4mqz70SG)

I think I would like this handle shape quite a bit if they ever scale it up for screwdrivers, if that happens I will have to try a set.
The shape kind of looks like the modern Snap-on handles, instinct handles I think they're calling those ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on October 27, 2022, 04:21:30 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/ZKmw8yCF/20221027-114537.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/py0QxrQp)

These are a lot smaller than I expected,  but they're going with the gun / airgun / fishing reel repair stuff where the size will be perfectly fine.
(https://i.postimg.cc/t4CDfQds/20221027-115407.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4mqz70SG)

I think I would like this handle shape quite a bit if they ever scale it up for screwdrivers, if that happens I will have to try a set.
The shape kind of looks like the modern Snap-on handles, instinct handles I think they're calling those ?

I like those, where did you buy them and how much?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 27, 2022, 05:23:03 PM

I bought them from a tool distributor on Ebay and the cost was $20 shipped, a lot of distributors are still showing the Acetate handles so it might be a gamble.
The part number is HP-4A

The Home depot website has them for $15 and change, current stock photo so it's a safe bet.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on October 28, 2022, 08:27:48 AM
Picked these up today  , in great shape , looks like been hardly used ……(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221026/4a403a6bada5254ec1378460e532c2b2.jpg)
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The Williams DBEs are sweet. And quite pricy too. Nice buy there.
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Post by: goodfellow on October 28, 2022, 08:40:45 AM
Sweeeet! Classic design and style -- love it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 28, 2022, 06:53:33 PM
Went to visit mom again and as always stopped at the discount tool store down the street.

$10 a piece for these 2 Jackson D handle shovels.

(https://i.postimg.cc/VN2MJYFv/20221028-144959.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2qF3JNMN)

And 75 cents a piece for these PROTO 1/4 square drive bits.
(https://i.postimg.cc/d1dCdzWB/20221028-145015.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/BLStfwfL)

I don't really quite know what the deal is with the pin detents, locking onto impact bits ?
The PROTO website doesn't explain the pin detent, if I knew they suck to use with regular sockets I probably would have passed on them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on October 28, 2022, 07:03:34 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/v80wdTkk/PXL-20221027-203855357.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/c6tbRxsB)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on October 28, 2022, 07:12:54 PM
ordering those Channellock picks now!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 28, 2022, 08:31:02 PM
ordering those Channellock picks now!
The price sure is right.

I like my Tekton picks more for general use, but I do really like the " complex probe " as they call it.
That's an extremely useful shape and it has already proved useful.
I will very likely wind up ordering another set, but will probably go with the previous Acetate handles.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: oldnslo on October 29, 2022, 03:04:38 PM
If you like to pick up Pony clamps like I do when on the cheap, you probably wouldnt pass up on this "can 'o goodies" for $2 at the local Sr community garage sale.

Score!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 30, 2022, 05:57:13 AM
If you like to pick up Pony clamps like I do when on the cheap, you probably wouldnt pass up on this "can 'o goodies" for $2 at the local Sr community garage sale.

Score!
Can't pass those up for sure.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: oldnslo on October 30, 2022, 01:27:22 PM
While I have long since stopped shopping at my local dirt market because I truly don't need more toolage, and am actively reviewing my duplicates and triplicates to re-assure myself that I can't take it with me in the afterlife, I did snag a few "priced too low to leave there" finds from the Sr garage sale on Saturday.

* Wagner Flexio 590 sprayer (appears to have been used lightly once) and will replace my "way to much noise, but thats how they work" older Wagner version. He begged me to take it for $10 (priced at $15)
* Bike trainer with multi resistance control - posted for $5. How could I say no? I have 2 now.
* Gaggle of Plvmb screwdrivers, some SK pliers, full set of Stanley US screwdrivers, Cman 70's hand tool box
* Cman 10" tablesaw which looks like a dogs breakfast from sitting on a back patio, but came with ALL the tools, rip fence, saw guard, owners manuals, miter slide. Priced at $7.50. Yes....I had to ask to confirm. It runs and operates just as it should.
* P/U bed style two bike rack that mounts across the rails. $3
* 2' Werner step ladder $2
* Two 8' pressure treated 4x4' (uncut) posts. Will finish my outdoor project $8 for both
* Corona telescoping saw/pruner with no blade (near new, to replace my sun faded version). I knew I had a spare blade for mine. $5
* A near lifetime supply of self adhesive 220 DA sandpaper, and several new sheets of assorted grits of wet/dry paper and a near full can of Mothers carnauba wax.
* A boxful of half consumed motor oil, ATF, JB weld, and other chems I burn through, collected all during the trip.

Thankfully I didnt take a parting glance at all the free stuff with signage, working appliances, lawn mowers, swing chairs, stereo cabinets, etc along the sidewalk.

It was a good day, and just as fun as I motored around, dodging my elders in their both jacked up, and stock golf carts.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on October 30, 2022, 06:09:47 PM
WOW, now that was a haul!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on October 30, 2022, 06:50:27 PM
got em!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on October 30, 2022, 07:37:52 PM
 :bravo_2: :08:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on October 31, 2022, 07:36:45 AM
Darn OnS, that is one serious haul, especially for a guy that doesn't need anything :))

I just love picking up materials for a project on the cheap that I know I am going to need
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: torqueman2002 on October 31, 2022, 10:30:42 AM
Thanks for the heads-up!

I love buying tools that I didn't know I needed. Even better, I bought 2 sets!  :D

AZ will deliver today. That still amazes me.

The 2nd set is for my brother, who I will be visiting tomorrow.
 :coffee2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 31, 2022, 11:36:37 AM
The more I use that " complex probe " the more I like it, the shape is so darn versatile.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 04, 2022, 05:07:15 PM
I thought their cordless jigsaw would be good enough for quick jobs when I don't want to get out the reliable old  slillsaw,  but I was wrong.
The Ryobi cordless jigsaw is worthless ( maybe they have a better HP model ? ),  theres so much play in the spring loaded arm for the roller that the blade is constantly jumping off and won't cut straight for shit.


This cordless circ-saw is what I should have bought in the first place.
It's relatively lightweight,  quiet, and seems to cut perfectly fine.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y0bX5rXQ/20221104-144655.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5QQqvVWt)
They were out of the 5.5" blade model that I wanted, but the 6.5" is probably the better buy anyways.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 08, 2022, 06:31:47 PM
Picked up this workbench at an auction for $20.

I've been looking for a Stanley workmate for a while. But everyone I see seems a bit too flimsy.

This Craftsman "professional" seems very solid. The front work surface moves forward and backwards with the cranks. But I like that the rear table can be tightened with the pedals that way you don't need free hands to tighten the project.


(https://i.postimg.cc/DfLJgXS1/PXL-20221106-215527331.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Lh484hBs)


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 09, 2022, 08:53:47 PM
Picked up this workbench at an auction for $20.

I've been looking for a Stanley workmate for a while. But everyone I see seems a bit too flimsy.

This Craftsman "professional" seems very solid. The front work surface moves forward and backwards with the cranks. But I like that the rear table can be tightened with the pedals that way you don't need free hands to tighten the project.


(https://i.postimg.cc/DfLJgXS1/PXL-20221106-215527331.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Lh484hBs)


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That one certainly looks to have a lot of handl features.

You gotta look for the older B&D workmate if you want one, I believe mine is an early 90's model, still heavy and solid but not as good as the earlier ones I'm sure.

This reminds me that I gotta buy or make some new dogs for mine since I've lost them all.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on November 09, 2022, 09:29:07 PM
Elroy's early Christmas present to himself   :-*
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on November 10, 2022, 07:38:20 AM
Boy, Elroy is really fond of himself :))

Nice gift
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on November 10, 2022, 11:42:08 AM
That Elroy has good taste. Sweet gift 👍👍
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 10, 2022, 02:39:37 PM
New work boots.
(https://i.postimg.cc/t4Lw5c0F/20221110-123711.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2170j2S5)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on November 10, 2022, 06:48:20 PM
I've been sporting Thorogoods for the past 5 years or so. Damn good boots.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on November 10, 2022, 08:50:22 PM
Have 5 Workmates, all different.  The biggest is very sturdy, got all mine used.  Have the first series with the alloy front bracket.   Used them hard for 10 years.   Yours with the foot pedal looks to be very handy. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 10, 2022, 10:25:14 PM
I've been sporting Thorogoods for the past 5 years or so. Damn good boots.
I currently own 3 pairs of thorogood boots now, they have the perfect balance of quality comfortably and longevity for the money.
The biggest selling point for me is the machined brass speed hooks, my Justin conductor's ( discontinued in black) use the bent type that are always getting pinched on me .
The quality on Justin's isn't as good anyways, not bad but not as good.

I'm technically supposed to have all black boots at work, but I decided to say screw that.
These are black enough,  and I'm not compromising on footwear ( and my beliefs) for anybody just to meet a technicality.
If my boss says something ( he won't) I'll tell him this is what was available in my size that meets safety requirements , basically meets the dress code requirement, and meets my personal requirements.
I'm not buying imported crap, must be leather, no cemented construction, and I've gotta have a traditional boot not that anything else tends to meet my requirements anyways.


I may dye the stitching black, but I'm not going to bother with the soles.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 11, 2022, 08:58:45 PM
A well made high quality work boots are worth their weight.  Easier on your feet and back.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 12, 2022, 04:25:32 AM
A well made high quality work boots are worth their weight.  Easier on your feet and back.

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Definitely.
If I could afford a pair of Nick's boots I'd go that route as they're one of the best money can buy, but Thorogoods have the right balance of quality and cost for me.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 13, 2022, 10:40:03 AM
(https://i.postimg.cc/T33tjsbG/20221112-122926.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1fb0sJMY)
I needed a new utility knife for work, and this one will do.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 16, 2022, 03:20:19 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/yx6S0W5h/20221116-111800.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/N9VMcGQL)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Rural53 on November 20, 2022, 05:11:10 AM
Kitchen tools and not one made in China.
- Australian brand aluminum meat mallet/tenderiser (Made in Taiwan, close but not actually China)
- JarKey. Since I work in an office I have girlie hands and sometimes have trouble opening jars. The fancy electric jar opener that used to be my mother's broke a leg off the other day. (Made in Denmark)
- An simple plastic bucket that is actually made in New Zealand and competes against Chinese imports. My neighbour growing up graduated a couple of years before me as a mechanical engineer from the same university as me, his first job was as a production engineer for the company that makes these buckets.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on November 20, 2022, 06:22:00 PM
some new Klein arrivals - first 2 items from tradesman club points and the third from HD
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Post by: fatfillup on November 21, 2022, 10:38:31 AM
Jarkey?  Never heard of one but will be checking it out.  My hands are not what they used to be and jars can give me fits sometimes
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on November 21, 2022, 11:05:25 AM
Jarkey?  Never heard of one but will be checking it out.  My hands are not what they used to be and jars can give me fits sometimes
Brix JarKey Jar Opener, The Original JarPop! - Assorted Colors https://a.co/d/6nQhBHc

Phil  , these are also very good for bottles and can tabs

5 in 1 Lids off Jar Opener, Bottle Opener, Ideal For Women, Kids, Seniors - for Multipurpose Kitchen Tool, Easy open. White https://a.co/d/agGsDLO


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on November 21, 2022, 11:14:20 AM
Pretty nice Jeff! I'm liking Klein more and more these days.
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Post by: skfarmer on November 21, 2022, 11:37:30 AM
Jarkey?  Never heard of one but will be checking it out.  My hands are not what they used to be and jars can give me fits sometimes
Brix JarKey Jar Opener, The Original JarPop! - Assorted Colors https://a.co/d/6nQhBHc

Phil  , these are also very good for bottles and can tabs

5 in 1 Lids off Jar Opener, Bottle Opener, Ideal For Women, Kids, Seniors - for Multipurpose Kitchen Tool, Easy open. White https://a.co/d/agGsDLO


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that looks handy. i would probably pick one up  but then i would forget i had it when i needed it!  :-[
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on November 21, 2022, 07:54:21 PM
Picked up a Jar key at Ace before I left there. I originally thought it was gimmicky but dang it works well! And as I get more stiffness in my hands that things helps to get lids off lars.

https://www.acehardware.com/brands/jarkey
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on November 21, 2022, 08:05:34 PM
Picked up a Jar key at Ace before I left there. I originally thought it was gimmicky but dang it works well! And as I get more stiffness in my hands that things helps to get lids off lars.

https://www.acehardware.com/brands/jarkey

cool, i clicked on your link and it popped to my local ace. in stock, in store. i may have to investigate.......
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 21, 2022, 11:35:51 PM
I'm guessing these are aimed at store bought jars, and not the ball style jars used for canning?

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Post by: fatfillup on November 22, 2022, 07:44:11 AM
Thanks for the info

Showed it to my wife and she goes, I just jam the can opener under the lip and pry, vacuum is released and lid comes off
Man she is a party pooper :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on November 23, 2022, 10:15:53 PM
Thanks for the info

Showed it to my wife and she goes, I just jam the can opener under the lip and pry, vacuum is released and lid comes off
Man she is a party pooper :))
:))

Once again momma bursts your bubble

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 26, 2022, 05:07:41 PM
I had an Ace hardware gift card to spend.
(https://i.postimg.cc/nLg49gpy/20221126-142838.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/cK7gVDKh)

My local ACE is in the middle of renovating and must have just stocked these Mayhew spring punches,  because I'd definitely have bought one before if they already had them.
The cordless screwdriver is something I was just curious about, so far I can say these things sure have come along way from the basically useless B&D " I bought " my dad for Father's Day as a kid 20 years ago.



Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 02, 2022, 06:24:29 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/44t5XL5C/20221202-152159.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3W8pBZV9)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on December 02, 2022, 09:27:07 PM
Wiss is a top notch brand, but it's not what it was.  :-[
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on December 02, 2022, 10:21:24 PM
Wiss is a top notch brand, but it's not what it was.  :-[

Agreed. My dad - who was a tin knocker - used Wiss, Malco, and I think Klenk. So they go back to at least the 1960's.

When did it get acquired by Crescent???
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 02, 2022, 11:05:02 PM
Wiss is a top notch brand, but it's not what it was.  :-[
Yeah I know, but at least the price was right.
It will be interesting to see how these hold up compared to the 90's pair I have from my grandfather.
I've used those a lot over years and never really needed anything else too much, these were just an impulse purchase on sale at HD.
I think I will probably end up wishing I had bought an angled pair much sooner.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 11, 2022, 07:22:45 PM
new from Klein!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 12, 2022, 02:16:36 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/L5Zkz2CH/20221212-120640.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5QbFJdWG)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on December 12, 2022, 07:04:08 PM
I got that same set of drivers. They wont slip out of the slot as bad as regular drivers but they are kinda brittle. I did break one of the small ones trying to remove a scope on a rifle I bought.
I finally got out the dremel and cut it off, They must have used red loctite on that one.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 12, 2022, 08:14:34 PM
I got that same set of drivers. They wont slip out of the slot as bad as regular drivers but they are kinda brittle. I did break one of the small ones trying to remove a scope on a rifle I bought.
I finally got out the dremel and cut it off, They must have used red loctite on that one.
That's generally the idea with quality gunsmithing drivers.
Sometimes it's better to have a sacrificial tool that breaks before a screw that may be difficult costly or impossible to just replace.
If time is money, I figure most gunsmiths would rather not have to source or make a screw to get a gun out the door.
They're always modifying drivers to fit, so it's probably no big deal to just fix the tip when needed.
I think that's probably why a lot of gunsmiths just go with multi bit options.
Brownells, Chapman, WFMC, or the Grace bit driver, because bits are cheaper to replace.

That's why I really love my Chapman set, that plus the versatility with all the bit extension and handle options.
I'm often using as many as 6 different sizes though, and switching between my 5 driver handles sometimes gets annoying so I decided to add a set of fixed drivers to my arsenal.
I do a little on firearms,  but it's mostly vintage airguns and vintage fishing reels.
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Post by: hickory n Steel on December 12, 2022, 08:16:23 PM
It's a bit crude, but I just threw together a foam tray for them to try out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/wj1s6B0H/20221212-173120.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QFrMmh2n)
If I don't like this option I have others.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on December 12, 2022, 08:30:22 PM
It's a bit crude, but I just threw together a foam tray for them to try out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/wj1s6B0H/20221212-173120.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QFrMmh2n)
If I don't like this option I have others.
Which tool goes in the lower open spot, a sight pusher?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 12, 2022, 09:33:17 PM
No that's just a little parts area for screws.
I don't own a sight pusher.

I work on firearms occasionally,  but mostly I'm working on vintage American airguns and vintage fishing reels.
In both these areas gunsmithing drivers are ideal.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: ron350 on December 12, 2022, 11:27:40 PM
 My tool purchase for the year consists of two Grobet USA Swiss pattern files cut #4 and a new quarter. LOL
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 22, 2022, 07:07:43 PM
No current tool buys yet but I am thinking on one.

I had a suspicion that the new Channellock pick set might be made by Mayhew but couldn't really confirm
, well it looks like I was right as confirmed by their new mini pry bar set.

(https://i.postimg.cc/t4CDfQds/20221027-115407.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4mqz70SG)

(https://i.postimg.cc/cJrBWymx/id-31092-01.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/bGft05WW)
These do have the proper square shank and are US made,  but the curved one is a little too curved.
I also know the handles are pretty small, and maybe a little too small for these pry bars.
At $20 for the set I may just try a set out anyways,  but I'd really like WILDE to make a proper American made version of the typical imports that are very common lately.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 23, 2022, 05:54:40 PM
I went ahead and ordered 2 of the pry bar sets so I can modify one of the sets.


I also found the standard Mayhew version of the Channellock pick set, never saw them before so they must be pretty new.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bwSzHGWr/s-l400-10.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 23, 2022, 08:08:29 PM
I am waiting for HJE to get the Lang ones in. What is your mod gonna be?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 23, 2022, 10:10:25 PM
I am waiting for HJE to get the Lang ones in. What is your mod gonna be?
The plan is to pop the handle off, trim the shank down, and reassemble to make them shorter / more pocketable because they're listed as 6 inches long.
I also plan to reduce the angle of the bent one some too, probably put it in the vice between 2 scraps of brass.
I will have one modified set to maybe carry and one stock set to go in my toolbox, in that role the length and the extreme curve may be very useful.

I saw the LANG / Matco set but the round shanks just make them seem more like bent screwdrivers to me, I'd just rather have the proper square shank like full sized handle pry bars have .
That's just me being a bit of a stickler though,  and I still might eventually try a set.


BTW Lisle just introduced a set with the help of input by a few YouTube tool channels, and they seem to be the most perfected design yet.
US made is a requirement of mine so I'm not buying because I believe they're imported, but they just might be for you if you don't care where they're made.
You get one with a magnet in the handle,  and one without a magnet that has a thicker shank.
One of the youtubers has even been talking with Lisle about getting the the thicker one made with a striking cap which would be cool.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on December 24, 2022, 06:44:15 PM
US made is definitely a requirement, the Lisle ones look junky.
Got this today.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 24, 2022, 07:07:52 PM
US made is definitely a requirement, the Lisle ones look junky.
Got this today.
The one with the 3/16" thick shank looks decent,  but the clips do look chintzy
That being said I don't really need a clip.
I got a pocket pry bar in my secret Santa gift and it seems pretty decent, the shank is square which I like.
I wouldn't have bought it, but it seems to be of decent quality all things considered and it will get used.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on December 26, 2022, 08:37:42 AM
US made is definitely a requirement, the Lisle ones look junky.
Got this today.
The one with the 3/16" thick shank looks decent,  but the clips do look chintzy
That being said I don't really need a clip.
I got a pocket pry bar in my secret Santa gift and it seems pretty decent, the shank is square which I like.
I wouldn't have bought it, but it seems to be of decent quality all things considered and it will get used.

that is one of those pry bars that chadster is selling. i ordered up a bag of them about a year ago. i have thrown one in several different toools sets and handed out a few to buddies. they were pretty scarce at that time. if you didn't pick one up from a tool truck, they didn't exist so i took a chance.  none of them have seen hard use but then again that isn't what they are for. no complaints so far.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on December 26, 2022, 10:00:26 AM
No current tool buys yet but I am thinking on one.

I had a suspicion that the new Channellock pick set might be made by Mayhew but couldn't really confirm
, well it looks like I was right as confirmed by their new mini pry bar set.

(https://i.postimg.cc/t4CDfQds/20221027-115407.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/4mqz70SG)


I like the ridges in the thumb area of those pick tools. So simple an idea to help with the grip of small tools, and yet I've never thought of it. Cool!   :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 26, 2022, 10:25:40 AM
US made is definitely a requirement, the Lisle ones look junky.
Got this today.
The one with the 3/16" thick shank looks decent,  but the clips do look chintzy
That being said I don't really need a clip.
I got a pocket pry bar in my secret Santa gift and it seems pretty decent, the shank is square which I like.
I wouldn't have bought it, but it seems to be of decent quality all things considered and it will get used.

that is one of those pry bars that chadster is selling. i ordered up a bag of them about a year ago. i have thrown one in several different toools sets and handed out a few to buddies. they were pretty scarce at that time. if you didn't pick one up from a tool truck, they didn't exist so i took a chance.  none of them have seen hard use but then again that isn't what they are for. no complaints so far.
It seems like it will hold up just fine, and is definitely sturdier than most of the other generic ones out there.
Every other generic one I've seen was thin and hardly more than a bent screwdriver.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 03, 2023, 03:07:11 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/3JHPBxbr/20230103-125158.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RqXsC4B2)

Here's the other set with 1" cut off the shank, they ended up even shorter because the easily removed handles weren't actually pressed on as far as they will go.
(https://i.postimg.cc/W1NCBfvQ/20230103-125346.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnWxfDhT)

And here's the reduced angle compared to the original.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MZBCVQ5r/20230103-125405.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MXW38Xhy)

I think these are going to be awesome little pry bars after the quick modifications I did that only took a minute.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on January 03, 2023, 07:14:38 PM
 :djparty: :djparty: :djparty: :djparty: :djparty:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 03, 2023, 07:56:08 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/3JHPBxbr/20230103-125158.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RqXsC4B2)

Here's the other set with 1" cut off the shank, they ended up even shorter because the easily removed handles weren't actually pressed on as far as they will go.
(https://i.postimg.cc/W1NCBfvQ/20230103-125346.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LnWxfDhT)

And here's the reduced angle compared to the original.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MZBCVQ5r/20230103-125405.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MXW38Xhy)

I think these are going to be awesome little pry bars after the quick modifications I did that only took a minute.
Great looking prybars!



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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 03, 2023, 08:04:15 PM
Got these for Christmas.

Dremel 3000. My first Dremel, sure I'll be able to find a ton of uses for it.

Also a Railroad builders tool set. Nice assortment of tools used for building model railroads. Nice tools and box, but the plastic trays leave much to be desired. They don't hold the tools the greatest, and the trays themselves don't stay in the box.

Gonna have to find some foam to cut out and place the tools in.


(https://i.postimg.cc/nhR81j47/PXL-20230102-211913756.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Jskdrhd4)

(https://i.postimg.cc/qvMVnX34/PXL-20230102-212005484.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jL9FYfcF)

(https://i.postimg.cc/V6bcvfbt/PXL-20230102-212553934.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/62wP1Nc6)

(https://i.postimg.cc/yNgGXfY4/PXL-20230102-212342884.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/McwtzmQd)

(https://i.postimg.cc/GpW5MkHB/PXL-20230102-212429986.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVysGRN9)

(https://i.postimg.cc/pL17jNvJ/PXL-20230102-212607125.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XrdQMzpr)



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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 03, 2023, 09:06:07 PM
Got these for Christmas.

Dremel 3000. My first Dremel, sure I'll be able to find a ton of uses for it.

Also a Railroad builders tool set. Nice assortment of tools used for building model railroads. Nice tools and box, but the plastic trays leave much to be desired. They don't hold the tools the greatest, and the trays themselves don't stay in the box.

Gonna have to find some foam to cut out and place the tools in.


(https://i.postimg.cc/nhR81j47/PXL-20230102-211913756.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Jskdrhd4)

(https://i.postimg.cc/qvMVnX34/PXL-20230102-212005484.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jL9FYfcF)

(https://i.postimg.cc/V6bcvfbt/PXL-20230102-212553934.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/62wP1Nc6)

(https://i.postimg.cc/yNgGXfY4/PXL-20230102-212342884.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/McwtzmQd)

(https://i.postimg.cc/GpW5MkHB/PXL-20230102-212429986.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/kVysGRN9)

(https://i.postimg.cc/pL17jNvJ/PXL-20230102-212607125.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XrdQMzpr)



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Congrats,  the pliers in that set look really nice.

I can't believe you've never had a dremel before, I'm currently on my 5th and can't imagine not having one.

I've had my dremel 4000 for about 8 years at this point, and it has been great because it has a speed control that is seperate from the power switch.
All the others I've had let out the ghost on me, the NOS 70's dremels I've had lasted longer than any other modern ones but this 4000 should have died on me at this point.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on January 04, 2023, 02:41:02 PM
Take the thin plastic tool holder out and spray the back side with foam, will make it rigid and last a long time.  Have 3 Dremels, and a look alike or 2, they get used  often, even in the shop.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on January 04, 2023, 06:29:51 PM
wish I could find JUST a dremel - I have enough accessories for 2 kits but my tool died
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 04, 2023, 06:37:21 PM
Take the thin plastic tool holder out and spray the back side with foam, will make it rigid and last a long time.  Have 3 Dremels, and a look alike or 2, they get used  often, even in the shop.
I've seen that work with snap on trays. But usually those tools lay in the tray. This is more of a friction fit with the tools. Not sure itll solve the problem of the tools themselves falling out?

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 04, 2023, 06:38:23 PM
wish I could find JUST a dremel - I have enough accessories for 2 kits but my tool died
They sell the tools separately from a full on kit.

Btw, do you have the keyless chuck for yours ?
I got one years ago for mine and never looked back.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 04, 2023, 06:51:04 PM
wish I could find JUST a dremel - I have enough accessories for 2 kits but my tool died
They sell the tools separately from a full on kit.

Btw, do you have the keyless chuck for yours ?
I got one years ago for mine and never looked back.
Keyless chuck? Got a link?

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 04, 2023, 07:32:41 PM
wish I could find JUST a dremel - I have enough accessories for 2 kits but my tool died
They sell the tools separately from a full on kit.

Btw, do you have the keyless chuck for yours ?
I got one years ago for mine and never looked back.
Keyless chuck? Got a link?

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Here you go, these things are great made in Germany ( at least mime way ) and very affordable.
https://www.acehardware.com/departments/tools/power-tool-accessories/multitool-accessories/2104495?store=10728&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5NSdBhDfARIsALzs2ED1r9JX2PX5KH4VPQQMZ0_FvrnzEk2J7IR849a_6QD4lnHLLq19qzgaAuMnEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds


https://www.dremel.com/us/en/p/4486-2615004486

Apparently there are $3 Chinese knockoffs, but the real deal is so affordable I wouldn't bother
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 05, 2023, 05:14:45 PM
Somebody had to know this was coming  >:D
(https://i.postimg.cc/NjqFXkys/20230105-150210.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jLcR0NQm)

I took the one straight bar that I had left stock, pulled the handle, shortened the shank and replaced it with the handle off one of the Channellock rebranded Mayhew picks( for $20, yes I have already ordered a replacement set of Channellock picks ).
(https://i.postimg.cc/T2spd6fW/20230105-150158.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/s1pVmbBV)
Coincidentally I discovered that it's actually easier to put the desired bend in the straight one than to reduce the bend in the angled one, but I also determined that the factory angle is actually fine.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 05, 2023, 09:34:40 PM
wish I could find JUST a dremel - I have enough accessories for 2 kits but my tool died
They sell the tools separately from a full on kit.

Btw, do you have the keyless chuck for yours ?
I got one years ago for mine and never looked back.
Keyless chuck? Got a link?

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Here you go, these things are great made in Germany ( at least mime way ) and very affordable.
https://www.acehardware.com/departments/tools/power-tool-accessories/multitool-accessories/2104495?store=10728&gclid=Cj0KCQiA5NSdBhDfARIsALzs2ED1r9JX2PX5KH4VPQQMZ0_FvrnzEk2J7IR849a_6QD4lnHLLq19qzgaAuMnEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds


https://www.dremel.com/us/en/p/4486-2615004486

Apparently there are $3 Chinese knockoffs, but the real deal is so affordable I wouldn't bother
Thank you!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on January 06, 2023, 07:06:49 PM
wish I could find JUST a dremel - I have enough accessories for 2 kits but my tool died
They sell the tools separately from a full on kit.

Btw, do you have the keyless chuck for yours ?
I got one years ago for mine and never looked back.
i have never seen a bare tool - if you find a link let me know please
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 06, 2023, 09:23:16 PM
I just got this Ryobi 8" chainsaw for my birthday.
I don't know how good it is, but I'm sure it'll trim small branches just fine.
(https://i.postimg.cc/J0GpmDm0/20230106-180115.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/V0PqWNJP)

I also got this tray table for my US general cart.
(https://i.postimg.cc/wxCrH2yd/20230106-180137.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/grKsHvHM)
I payed no attention to the packaging and didn't notice it was for the smaller 4 drawer cart till I was ready to mount it, so I just rolled with it and drilled a couple holes.
(https://i.postimg.cc/J7DF9vhq/20230106-190345.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ThxQbkgL)

I just needed a couple washers.
(https://i.postimg.cc/B6yVjcmH/20230106-190352.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/MM7D4R2p)

The can holding tray, and magnetic accessory tray were moved to the other side and the power strip I just stuck to the can tray.
(https://i.postimg.cc/brtFkD5M/20230106-190435.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/T5T9Xwfq)

For now I left the handle off, but may put it back on in the future.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on January 07, 2023, 10:04:58 PM
Hinsdale
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 08, 2023, 06:09:34 PM
wish I could find JUST a dremel - I have enough accessories for 2 kits but my tool died
They sell the tools separately from a full on kit.

Btw, do you have the keyless chuck for yours ?
I got one years ago for mine and never looked back.
i have never seen a bare tool - if you find a link let me know please
Do your Dremels just need brushes? They offer replacement brushes for the motors.

Also I've sent an email to Dremel. I'm curious as well as why you can't just buy the bare tool.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 08, 2023, 06:29:06 PM
wish I could find JUST a dremel - I have enough accessories for 2 kits but my tool died
They sell the tools separately from a full on kit.

Btw, do you have the keyless chuck for yours ?
I got one years ago for mine and never looked back.
i have never seen a bare tool - if you find a link let me know please
Do your Dremels just need brushes? They offer replacement brushes for the motors.

Also I've sent an email to Dremel. I'm curious as well as why you can't just buy the bare tool.


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No they had all let the ghost out, burnt up motors.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 09, 2023, 11:19:48 AM
Here's what I sent to Dremel


"I have had my Dremels for years. Last weekend, my Dremel gave up. After looking on your website it seems as if I can't buy just the bar tools since I have all the accessories already? Do you offer the rotary tools alone?

Thanks"

Here is the response I got....

"Thank you for your recent contact.

We do offer a tool for tool trade in through our Service Center.  You would send in your current tool. However, you receive a reconditioned tool with a one year warranty for around the same cost of a new tool once you include shipping costs.

What model tool do you currently have?

Best Regards"



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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 09, 2023, 12:04:45 PM
Interesting.

As far as thgm selling the bare tool, I have never actually seen just the tool only with nothing else.
But they used to sell the tools mostly by themselves,  just the bare tool and a little starter pack of accessories included in the box.
Now it seems you can't really buy the tool outside a kit with a bag or blow mould case and a bunch of accessories.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on January 09, 2023, 02:14:34 PM
I sent this back...

"Thank you for your response.

I have the 395.  I have been looking at the new 4300 models. Just didn't
want all the accessories as I have almost all them.

Not sure what I'll do. My birthday is coming up and I have been hinting for
a new one lol.

Thank you for the information.

Best regards"


This is what they said....just trying to help anyone out.

"Here are the trade-in program details.


For the cost of $46.00 plus tax, you would receive a 3000 reconditioned tool only.  Reconditioned tools include a 1-year warranty.

To take advantage of this trade-in offer, please send us your current tool.  Once we receive your tool we will contact you for a credit card number. We accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard, or Visa. Please do not put the credit card number in with the tool.

If you would want a different model tool, please indicate that on the repair form.  The Service Center will be in contact, and give you the different options and costs.

The original tool will not be sent back to you but will be disposed of properly.

Robert Bosch Tools
Dremel Repair
173 Lawrence 428 Rd  Dock #2
Walnut Ridge,  AR   72476 "

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 09, 2023, 08:01:46 PM
I got the Channellock pick set in surprisingly fast.

(https://i.postimg.cc/4N8X9bnW/20230109-114121.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/crnqq3R3)
I thought about converting my other Mayhew mini pry bars to Channellock with the rest of the pick set that I sacrificed,  but I believe I will just put them in one of my various boxes / tool kits.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on January 14, 2023, 12:55:54 PM
Recent acquisitions…..(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230114/f443b3e9a8a206c2e16bd82d042180d7.jpg)

Then during the winter , had someone break into my shop and stole a bunch of stuff , mostly Milwaukee , so this is some of the replacement stuff….(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230114/f42d9adc16777bded7ddaacf0214107a.jpg)


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on January 14, 2023, 05:33:54 PM
That bites, hope nobody gets into my shop.  They only took the pricey things?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 27, 2023, 10:11:10 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/T1jdWH2W/20230126-114210.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZvRtGHdT)
From HJE, a screaming deal when you consider the 7pc set was $85 from WILDE before they were discontinued, about $40 if you buy all of them ( listed as a set of individual items so you can pick and choose ) and you also get the 2 stubbies as well.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 01, 2023, 08:07:41 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/kGvFvfYg/20230201-152637.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gLrZYqPC)
A cash box I'll fine a use for, no key but the catch works just fine, I may or may not keep the plastic divider tray in it for whatever I end up using it for.

The parts organizer,  is an Akron from of course Akron Ohio.
2 disston saws, one 1896-1918, and the other 1955-1990 ( closer to '55 than '90 )
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 03, 2023, 09:34:48 AM
Looked all over for this thread just found it..
Bought a 3/8 ir 2115qtimax impact brand new in box for 70 bucks off ebay which is cheaper then the earthquake impact   :cool2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 03, 2023, 07:53:51 PM
Got some abuser screwdrivers todayfrom amazon and harborfrieght  along with impact adapters and extensions... The HF i visited was making room for new tools the torx sockets were only 20 and i have heard good stuff about icon
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 04, 2023, 03:19:27 PM
Got amazon deliverys today a 3/8 long handle gearwrench 84tooth some 1/4 3/8 1/2 abs plastic socket rails. And a set of metal measuring spoons for rare instances of heating a small amount of oil.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 05, 2023, 08:25:30 PM
Got more stuff from amazon today some neiko wire strippers modeled after snap ons. Some wrench racks and long pick set. And a trim tool set i bought it just for the pliers and metal trim tools. Less than 60bucks shipped for everything
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 05, 2023, 08:26:02 PM
 ....
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 06, 2023, 05:26:34 PM
Got asked friday to turn the injection pump up on a piece of equipment sadly you need security torx. To remove the screwthat covers the adjuster. So bought these saturday from amazon had them delivered today
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on February 06, 2023, 08:13:59 PM
What is the  smallest size?

Can't believe I needed a T15 security for a vacuum cleaner the other day.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 07, 2023, 02:25:10 AM
What is the  smallest size?

Can't believe I needed a T15 security for a vacuum cleaner the other day.
t8 to t60
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 07, 2023, 06:36:53 PM
Got into work today and my dad tells me he left something for me on ground infront of his toolbox i found this.i told him i was gonna buy one last week once i had a few more paychecks i just need batterys and a charger now
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 08, 2023, 11:18:30 AM
Some great tools!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 09, 2023, 09:26:47 AM
Fluke 101

(https://i.postimg.cc/dV3DqWyX/PXL-20230209-015156245.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mPxTjyVN)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: nelstomlinson on February 09, 2023, 11:13:41 PM
That fluke looks like it'll do most eveything you need.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 10, 2023, 08:52:33 PM
Channel lock 909 crimpers bought a new set since i misplaced my old pair. Have to say these new one are rougher around the head then my late 80s early 90s set not what i was expecting for a 40dollar crimper ordered a similar set of kleins for same money to see if they feel better.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 10, 2023, 10:51:49 PM
Channel lock 909 crimpers bought a new set since i misplaced my old pair. Have to say these new one are rougher around the head then my late 80s early 90s set not what i was expecting for a 40dollar crimper ordered a similar set of kleins for same money to see if they feel better.
Their stuff is a bit sharp on the edges these days, but the steel is still great and a lot of their offerings are competitively priced as well as readily available.

I personally don't mind smoothing the edges a bit when when it bugs me because it just takes a light 1 second pass per edge on my 1×30 belt grinder , but I also understand that because it takes so little time they could do it without adding a noticeable production time/ cost.
I'm sure there's a number of steps cut that culminate to keep the cost down, but the edge softening is one cut step that needs to return and should have never been cut.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 11, 2023, 03:12:11 AM
Channel lock 909 crimpers bought a new set since i misplaced my old pair. Have to say these new one are rougher around the head then my late 80s early 90s set not what i was expecting for a 40dollar crimper ordered a similar set of kleins for same money to see if they feel better.
Their stuff is a bit sharp on the edges these days, but the steel is still great and a lot of their offerings are competitively priced as well as readily available.

I personally don't mind smoothing the edges a bit when when it bugs me because it just takes a light 1 second pass per edge on my 1×30 belt grinder , but I also understand that because it takes so little time they could do it without adding a noticeable production time/ cost.
I'm sure there's a number of steps cut that culminate to keep the cost down, but the edge softening is one cut step that needs to return and should have never been cut.
I rubbed them down withsome sandpaper and a few passes under a wire wheel they feel alot better.  I see snap on makes a similar pair. Thats 80 and i wonder how the fit and finish is on them tho i really dont need to buy another pair..
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 11, 2023, 03:27:00 PM
So i wasnt liking how faint the writing is on the channellock 909 after sanding off all the roughness i only used 600grit wet and dry with oil so i got out the diamond tip engraver and marked them didnt really need too cause i know which is which but sometimes you have a brain fart
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 11, 2023, 06:51:23 PM
That fluke looks like it'll do most eveything you need.
Yep, doesn't have amperage capabilities but I have no real need for that at home.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 11, 2023, 09:05:19 PM
HD pickups today
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 12, 2023, 06:11:53 AM
HD pickups today
Get 'em while you can at HD, because they have decided to stop selling hammers.
No more Estwing, and even worse no more Vaughan at home depot.
HD no longer sells a single real hammer, every last one they offer is a useless Chinese made POS hammer shaped object which to me means they don't really sell hammers at all.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 13, 2023, 05:48:38 PM
Got these from klein and so far they seem better madethen channellock
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on February 13, 2023, 06:54:29 PM
I have those and I really like them. The handles are great.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 16, 2023, 06:11:45 PM
Got these off the bay metric stubby offset double box ends proamerica made in usa 6mm to 20mm 35 delivered to my door
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 16, 2023, 07:12:40 PM
Got these off the bay metric stubby offset double box ends proamerica made in usa 6mm to 20mm 35 delivered to my door
Those will come in handy!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 16, 2023, 07:24:14 PM
Got these off the bay metric stubby offset double box ends proamerica made in usa 6mm to 20mm 35 delivered to my door
Those will come in handy!

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i could have used them a few times today to bad mail dont come till after i leave....
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on February 17, 2023, 08:33:20 AM
i would not be surprised if those were made by indestro
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 17, 2023, 08:56:23 AM
i would not be surprised if those were made by indestro
thats what i think too
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 17, 2023, 01:24:43 PM
So my dads been a tech 40yrs and always bought the deals on truck we went thru his home box last night and he didnt want these he said he only used them twice so for 150 their mine he said he paid. Like 200 for them on sale yrs ago.. I see they now list for 309
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 17, 2023, 03:23:03 PM
Got these off the bay metric stubby offset double box ends proamerica made in usa 6mm to 20mm 35 delivered to my door
I've got a couple sets of Proamerica wrenches and they're great tools.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 17, 2023, 03:28:49 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/HshCMfG5/20230217-130617.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gn85Ft2k)

They're calling these a linesman and I suppose to most in the US they probably would be.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xdKrW8Xy/20230217-130634.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3VbtMQN)
I know that they're technically combination pliers though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 17, 2023, 05:54:18 PM
Vaughan 8 and 16oz ball pein bonney20mm impact socket some wilde close out screwdrivers that grown on me from epsteins...

Then this cornwell infrared thermometer i haggled down to 25. Was marked 29 plus tax.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 17, 2023, 06:04:02 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/HshCMfG5/20230217-130617.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gn85Ft2k)

They're calling these a linesman and I suppose to most in the US they probably would be.
(https://i.postimg.cc/xdKrW8Xy/20230217-130634.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3VbtMQN)
I know that they're technically combination pliers though.
i have a pair of knipex i use alot cutting and pulling out rusty split pins on equipment
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 17, 2023, 06:26:18 PM
Vaughan 8 and 16oz ball pein bonney20mm impact socket some wilde close out screwdrivers that grown on me from epsteins...

Then this cornwell infrared thermometer i haggled down to 25. Was marked 29 plus tax.
Does the red cap on your #2 come off / spin ?
Mine does and the handle is hollow, I suspect maybe they accidentally made it with a bit driver handle or something,but I'm not sure.

Btw if you're ever looking to save on the excellent Vaughan & Bushnell hammers check out the Grayvik stuff.
They sell off the cosmetic defects dirt cheap as Grayvik, same great steel but the whole heads are powder coated without much finish done to the faces.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 17, 2023, 06:52:50 PM
Vaughan 8 and 16oz ball pein bonney20mm impact socket some wilde close out screwdrivers that grown on me from epsteins...

Then this cornwell infrared thermometer i haggled down to 25. Was marked 29 plus tax.
Does the red cap on your #2 come off / spin ?
Mine does and the handle is hollow, I suspect maybe they accidentally made it with a bit driver handle or something,but I'm not sure.

Btw if you're ever looking to save on the excellent Vaughan & Bushnell hammers check out the Grayvik stuff.
They sell off the cosmetic defects dirt cheap as Grayvik, same great steel but the whole heads are powder coated without much finish done to the faces.
i cant get it to come off. . ill check out grayvik
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 17, 2023, 07:14:27 PM
Vaughan 8 and 16oz ball pein bonney20mm impact socket some wilde close out screwdrivers that grown on me from epsteins...

Then this cornwell infrared thermometer i haggled down to 25. Was marked 29 plus tax.
Does the red cap on your #2 come off / spin ?
Mine does and the handle is hollow, I suspect maybe they accidentally made it with a bit driver handle or something,but I'm not sure.

Btw if you're ever looking to save on the excellent Vaughan & Bushnell hammers check out the Grayvik stuff.
They sell off the cosmetic defects dirt cheap as Grayvik, same great steel but the whole heads are powder coated without much finish done to the faces.
i cant get it to come off. . ill check out grayvik
Interesting,  I guess mine was a fluke.

HJE has excellent prices on Grayvik.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 18, 2023, 11:28:34 AM
Here's a tool (related) item I've been looking for - for at least 4 years now. It's a foam hex bit holder I first used on my Makita drill in the early 90's. A big problem back in the day was where to keep extra bits. You'd break one or lose one eventually, and usually at the most inopportune time. Most guys just keep loose ones in the pocket. Too much hassle. We didn't have the myriad of options for hex bit holders like we do today. So, when I came across this holder that could be attached to the drill, I jumped at it.

Really high density foam, with 4 holes. And the Makita 9.6 drills had that extra long handle? Had plenty of room to adhere the holder to the bottom, and it didn't interfere with grabbing the drill. Used it for a couple years - it never came loose off of the drill, and I never once lost a bit. I then went back to corded drills, so I lost track of them

Fast forward to now, when I've been grabbing alot of old Makita stuff. Thought of that foam holder, and started searching. Come to find out the maker Lutz discontinued them around 2017. But I talked to Lutz directly, and the lady said I might find some forgotten in a distributor warehouse or something. I looked back then - every link said NLA
Last week I saw a neat bit holder, and it brought this foam holder back to mind. For some reason I started web searching again. And after popping around I found a local appliance parts warehouse carried them! Went in, and they didn't have any left. But a sister store in California showed some in stock. I called them, and had them shipped to my local warehouse for free.
They came in yesterday! Hats off to my dad, who has been gone 20 years now. He once told me that - if I wanted something - keep my eyes open, keep looking, don't give up. Eventually he said, you'll find what you're looking for for a price your willing to pay. And he was right - AGAIN!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 18, 2023, 07:38:10 PM
Cool idea, glad you were able to track it down.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 19, 2023, 05:57:59 PM
Went to menards and bought some goodies
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 19, 2023, 08:25:35 PM
Good buy on the Wilde punches, I use my roll pin punches all the time.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 19, 2023, 08:47:57 PM
Good buy on the Wilde punches, I use my roll pin punches all the time.
they were on closeout at my menards for 12 bucks they used to be about 35 if i remember when i looked in past
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 21, 2023, 01:14:08 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/0yBvJFmP/20230221-104632.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FY38MPDB)
(https://i.postimg.cc/0yQxjPzV/20230221-105505.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnf1B9qh)
(https://i.postimg.cc/kXwq7BgV/20230221-105333.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/2VqPwjvm)

Right now they're so tight and stiff they'll hardly open, but they should break in nicely with a good wd40 flush and repeated opening.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 21, 2023, 03:04:42 PM
Sweet!

Utica was known for making nice pliers.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 21, 2023, 04:57:05 PM
Sweet!

Utica was known for making nice pliers.
These could be a little better, but they do cut extremely well.
Overall I'm happy with them and can't complain too much, because I'm pretty sure they're an end of the road pair from just before they closed in 1994 and I wasn't expecting them to be perfect.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 24, 2023, 07:00:15 PM
Well i bought a a 3pc set of snapon side cutes,slipjoints and needle nos for 75bucks but they are greasy as heck let them soak in the parts washer all day and cant get grease stains off the green rubber grips.. Anyone have any tips?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 24, 2023, 07:21:52 PM
Well i bought a a 3pc set of snapon side cutes,slipjoints and needle nos for 75bucks but they are greasy as heck let them soak in the parts washer all day and cant get grease stains off the green rubber grips.. Anyone have any tips?
Try scrubbing them with some mechanics hand cleaner like GOJO.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 25, 2023, 10:39:07 AM
Well i bought a a 3pc set of snapon side cutes,slipjoints and needle nos for 75bucks but they are greasy as heck let them soak in the parts washer all day and cant get grease stains off the green rubber grips.. Anyone have any tips?
Try scrubbing them with some mechanics hand cleaner like GOJO.
didnt have here at house so ordered some. I used dollar trees awesome and they look like new
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 25, 2023, 11:09:41 AM
Saw these over on the dark side, and they looked interesting enough to buy a set. You install them into a 1/2" ratcheting box wrench and then use a 1/4" or 5/16" hex bit for those really tight jobs. We'll see how they work.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/224913718278
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 25, 2023, 12:20:19 PM
Got these in mail saw them in a video and had to try them.. Mayhew bolt breaker air hammer bits they have a square dtive for a socket and they have a hex behind it to use a wrench to turn it while hammering. Only time will tell if their worth a damn
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 25, 2023, 04:03:26 PM
Scored the yellow tipped proto and orange no name today for 5 bucks the red ones were off amazon and seem to be snap on knockoffs they feel good in hand

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 25, 2023, 11:05:08 PM
Well i bought a a 3pc set of snapon side cutes,slipjoints and needle nos for 75bucks but they are greasy as heck let them soak in the parts washer all day and cant get grease stains off the green rubber grips.. Anyone have any tips?
Try scrubbing them with some mechanics hand cleaner like GOJO.
didnt have here at house so ordered some. I used dollar trees awesome and they look like new
That's my every day set at work. Except I swapped the side cutter for Knipex and channellock ones.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 26, 2023, 04:10:13 PM
Well i bought a a 3pc set of snapon side cutes,slipjoints and needle nos for 75bucks but they are greasy as heck let them soak in the parts washer all day and cant get grease stains off the green rubber grips.. Anyone have any tips?
Try scrubbing them with some mechanics hand cleaner like GOJO.
didnt have here at house so ordered some. I used dollar trees awesome and they look like new
Those cleaned up great.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on February 27, 2023, 05:51:03 PM
Well i bought a a 3pc set of snapon side cutes,slipjoints and needle nos for 75bucks but they are greasy as heck let them soak in the parts washer all day and cant get grease stains off the green rubber grips.. Anyone have any tips?
Try scrubbing them with some mechanics hand cleaner like GOJO.
didnt have here at house so ordered some. I used dollar trees awesome and they look like new
That's my every day set at work. Except I swapped the side cutter for Knipex and channellock ones.

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thought same about the curter this all arrived today....

 Fuel line fitting shouldnt tear up my fingers anymore
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 27, 2023, 08:08:01 PM
Channellock 326 and 3026.
(https://i.postimg.cc/mrRZKV3t/20230227-132206.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/3kSHvXcT)
(https://i.postimg.cc/pVzVk8gx/20230227-132250.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yW6z8J1r)
The 326 was in the same condition as the 3026 here, but the tip was bent.
(https://i.postimg.cc/bNwMdf0M/20230227-132313.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/G96zSN5J)
The 3026 had a broken tip
(https://i.postimg.cc/TYNsDNCP/20230227-132401.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7f7Xv9vv)
(https://i.postimg.cc/sgBN9PN4/20230227-134005.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/75k9qzD5)

The grips are what they are, but the rest if the pliers came out great and they're buttery smooth.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on February 28, 2023, 10:15:59 AM
Scored the yellow tipped proto and orange no name today for 5 bucks the red ones were off amazon and seem to be snap on knockoffs they feel good in hand

you are going to like them
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 28, 2023, 09:16:47 PM
I was using the 3026 today and just wasn't happy with how thick the tips were, they weren't thet thin to begin with but ended up thicker and I needed to thin them out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/D03fvHPH/20230228-185605.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zbpYpdMF)
(https://i.postimg.cc/t4qTV0GH/20230228-185615.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vcKMpNmP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/wBPTP7y6/20230228-185631.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/PLWjvfQc)
I accidentally screwed up the grips pretty bad while working on them but the pliers came out so nice that I decided to temporarily pull the grips ( they literally slid right off ) of a new pair of 326 that I've hardly used until I can find the blue plasti dip to try.
(https://i.postimg.cc/mDH2GBC7/20230228-185637.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WFsPGR94)

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 02, 2023, 07:19:01 PM
These 326 turned out great.
(https://i.postimg.cc/zB4nbQ89/20230302-111500.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wyctn0tV)
(https://i.postimg.cc/B6jTv39T/20230302-111515.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R6z6Pj0h)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on March 03, 2023, 05:34:57 PM
Got some ez red kiwi pliers coming tommorow with some knipex cobras but i got these today from amazon
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 04, 2023, 10:15:26 AM
DARN Dustin,

Have not seen those Knipex.  Got to get some

Kiwi pliers, you will love them.  Grab them before needle nose most times
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on March 04, 2023, 11:52:49 AM
DARN Dustin,

Have not seen those Knipex.  Got to get some

Kiwi pliers, you will love them.  Grab them before needle nose most times
knipex twin grip they only open about 3/4. I got them off amazon for 32 shippedz cheapest place i found them... If only they came in green...

Got these plier in mail today still waiting on amazon truck...

49acf and pwcss7acf
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 04, 2023, 01:16:01 PM
HS, how/what did you use to modify the pliers?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on March 04, 2023, 02:57:01 PM
Well heres what amazon brought me
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on March 05, 2023, 05:20:13 PM
Got this for 23 on amazon as used which it doesnt appear to ever been turned on
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on March 05, 2023, 05:56:28 PM
finally found a new dremel, 20 bucks at an estate sale today!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 06, 2023, 08:39:06 AM
finally found a new dremel, 20 bucks at an estate sale today!
You're gonna love that one, the model 4000 has been the best dremel I've ever owned / used.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 06, 2023, 10:23:17 AM
DARN Dustin,

Have not seen those Knipex.  Got to get some

Kiwi pliers, you will love them.  Grab them before needle nose most times
knipex twin grip they only open about 3/4. I got them off amazon for 32 shippedz cheapest place i found them... If only they came in green...

Got these plier in mail today still waiting on amazon truck...

49acf and pwcss7acf

Liking them Snappy's too, especially the strippers/crimpers
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on March 06, 2023, 11:30:23 AM
Not really a tool. But picked up this airbrush and compressor kit from HF. I know it's not the greatest out there, but it'll get my foot in the door and some practice under my belt.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 06, 2023, 03:57:51 PM
This nebo light was an impulse purchase near the register at the hardware store, it just seemed neat and it was only $18.
(https://i.postimg.cc/cH5bFzr1/20230306-133140.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/LYLDXNtG)
(https://i.postimg.cc/j2wkmh7H/20230306-133157.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/RJmRnKGh)

250 lumens on high, 25 on low, has a magnetic base, and rechargeable.
I've been pretty happy with Nebo products for the money and you can never have enough flashlights.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on March 06, 2023, 06:24:06 PM
Won these for 80 delivered missing 2 flat blades. 12 piece mini pick torx and screwdriver ......sold some tools  that these replaced so i only have 10 init
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on March 10, 2023, 07:00:38 PM
Bid on this soldering gunbefore i bought my one on amazon won it for 8 plus shipping..usa made weller 7200 next to its made in mexico d550pk..

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 10, 2023, 07:19:50 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/nzcbtVQS/20230310-150921.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/d7XS2Y6G)
I bought this little rotary tool from HF to use in conjunction with my Dremel 4000.
I can put the 4000 in the " work station  " drill press attachment for it, in the 90° position and use this little tool to polish...ect on a small item spinning in the dremel.
I have been making teeny tiny miniature brass spinning tops lately and this will definitely help in making them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/HLnRSvGF/20230216-162400.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XZMsq8Yg)
Some of the genuine dremel bits...ect are definitely better but I burn through them all pretty quickly so I'm perfectly happy with the inexpensive off brand stuff.
Especially considering how much you get for the money.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Crispycritter on March 12, 2023, 04:50:11 PM
Courtesy of ebay i recieved these yesterday pretty grimy but with the power of fast orange and awesome i have cleaned them up.... Love me some green tools
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: wantedabiggergarage on March 14, 2023, 09:00:57 PM
A tool?
Well, maybe...............................

After my boss/employer/friend passed in August of 2020, it was shortly after I was asked to move in and help with the estate and take care of the cat.  Well, after all this time, I bought a bed (tired of sleeping on the floor).

Both a tool and not a tool.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 15, 2023, 07:02:02 PM
So about a month or 6 weeks ago, I pulled the axel on the 32. Had a slight run out, however, which bugged me.

Long story short after getting the part second try, Dutchman got the job done. Noticed adjuster teeth were very worn, almost smooth, no way would have been working. Replaced perfect, throw the wheel on, and move over to the passenger side.

Saturday morning was expected to be driving the truck, noonish.

Murphy had a better idea, the drum is stuck, exhausting all ideas. Ordered a puller, the drum is 13"s.

Not a huge selection, about 3 - 4 Amazon does it again.

Highly recommend this puller heavy-duty in every way, with grade 8 drive bolt 7/8 thread 1- 1/4  drive.





Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 15, 2023, 07:20:10 PM
 Oh boy, you're going to have some fun with that.... get a cheap lazy susan and spin the model as you paint.



Not really a tool. But picked up this airbrush and compressor kit from HF. I know it's not the greatest out there, but it'll get my foot in the door and some practice under my belt.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on March 16, 2023, 11:09:57 PM
So about a month or 6 weeks ago, I pulled the axel on the 32. Had a slight run out, however, which bugged me.

Long story short after getting the part second try, Dutchman got the job done. Noticed adjuster teeth were very worn, almost smooth, no way would have been working. Replaced perfect, throw the wheel on, and move over to the passenger side.

Saturday morning was expected to be driving the truck, noonish.

Murphy had a better idea, the drum is stuck, exhausting all ideas. Ordered a puller, the drum is 13"s.

Not a huge selection, about 3 - 4 Amazon does it again.

Highly recommend this puller heavy-duty in every way, with grade 8 drive bolt 7/8 thread 1- 1/4  drive.

Looks great! I have been there myself a time or two and a puller like that is one of the few options that will work.

I am sure you ground the heads off of the spring pins on the back side of the backing plate first didn't you.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 17, 2023, 06:55:26 AM
Did not, fairly confident it is the center boss of the axel drum flange that is the interference, I'll know Saturday.


So about a month or 6 weeks ago, I pulled the axel on the 32. Had a slight run out, however, which bugged me.

Long story short after getting the part second try, Dutchman got the job done. Noticed adjuster teeth were very worn, almost smooth, no way would have been working. Replaced perfect, throw the wheel on, and move over to the passenger side.

Saturday morning was expected to be driving the truck, noonish.

Murphy had a better idea, the drum is stuck, exhausting all ideas. Ordered a puller, the drum is 13"s.

Not a huge selection, about 3 - 4 Amazon does it again.

Highly recommend this puller heavy-duty in every way, with grade 8 drive bolt 7/8 thread 1- 1/4  drive.

Looks great! I have been there myself a time or two and a puller like that is one of the few options that will work.

I am sure you ground the heads off of the spring pins on the back side of the backing plate first didn't you.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on March 17, 2023, 09:25:49 AM
In my younger days I used to airbrush. Mostly album covers onto T-shirts. I think the brand of brush I used was Paasche.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 17, 2023, 10:52:32 AM
Bman, didn't know you were an Artist

Any pics of your work?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on March 17, 2023, 02:55:01 PM
Bman, didn't know you were an Artist

Any pics of your work?

No, I took pictures of some of my work but back then it was with a Polaroid One Step camera (that dates me!). Nothing in digital format to post.

I still dabble. Much more into restore work these days.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 17, 2023, 04:14:21 PM
 New to me a gift....I'll clean it and see what I can find out about it.  Stout, and leak-free the label does not look hopeful, there is a number cast into the base see where it leads me.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on March 18, 2023, 04:56:52 PM
Craftsman double box end, 7/8 x 13/16, on the reverse,  X chrome vanadium steel  5,  all stamped, not cast, never polished.   War-time use maybe?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 18, 2023, 06:08:05 PM
 The jack turns out to be 20 ton, US made

And still produced,

 https://usatoolsupply.com/product/us-jack-d-51126-20-ton-bottle-jack-made-in-usa/
and pricy

Used the puller today, 2 turns of the drive bolt popped right off.  Measured the center hole undersized corrected same, all good.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on March 18, 2023, 08:37:33 PM
Craftsman double box end, 7/8 x 13/16, on the reverse,  X chrome vanadium steel  5,  all stamped, not cast, never polished.   War-time use maybe?

Never seen an old Cman wrench that looks like that. Stamping makes me think Duro.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on March 18, 2023, 08:45:16 PM
The jack turns out to be 20 ton, US made

And still produced,

 https://usatoolsupply.com/product/us-jack-d-51126-20-ton-bottle-jack-made-in-usa/
and pricy

Used the puller today, 2 turns of the drive bolt popped right off.  Measured the center hole undersized corrected same, all good.

I bet that made ya feel good!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 20, 2023, 01:23:26 PM
Good luck on the bottle jack

I have not had good luck with used ones so I rarely buy them
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on March 20, 2023, 06:29:26 PM
Nothing wrong with what would you like to see it lift?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on March 20, 2023, 08:38:31 PM
Oh boy, you're going to have some fun with that.... get a cheap lazy susan and spin the model as you paint.



Not really a tool. But picked up this airbrush and compressor kit from HF. I know it's not the greatest out there, but it'll get my foot in the door and some practice under my belt.


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Picked up a tamaya painting stand for about 20 bucks. At hobby lobby.

I'm waiting on some retarder and flow improver  and primer in the mail. (I'm going to make my own thinner and cleaner.)

But this weekend might be some test spray.

In my younger days I used to airbrush. Mostly album covers onto T-shirts. I think the brand of brush I used was Paasche.
I picked up a Paasche model H off eBay for $20 it's from the 70s. All the research I did guys said it a great starter brush and guys have been using the same one for 30 yrs.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on March 20, 2023, 08:40:08 PM
Nothing wrong with what would you like to see it lift?
Lift Phil's shop and move it a bit closer to me so I can buy more tools.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on March 20, 2023, 10:00:05 PM
Wanted a M18 cordless die grinder, but couldn't justify the bucks ($175ish bare) for something I don't use all that often. This was 1/3rd the price and will do just fine most of the time.

(https://i.imgur.com/T0pPPHvl.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on March 26, 2023, 02:33:28 PM
Nothing wrong with what would you like to see it lift?

Nope, have no doubt it works fine. just saying I haven't had good luck with them
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 02, 2023, 06:25:08 PM
got these from lowe's today
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on April 02, 2023, 08:21:31 PM
Wanted a M18 cordless die grinder, but couldn't justify the bucks ($175ish bare) for something I don't use all that often. This was 1/3rd the price and will do just fine most of the time.

(https://i.imgur.com/T0pPPHvl.jpg)

OK good don't have anything that weights 20_tons
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on April 02, 2023, 08:34:53 PM
I'm still rocking a pneumatic die grinder. old habits and all. :dance:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on April 03, 2023, 09:48:15 AM
Pneumatic die grinders still sell for me, air impacts and ratchets, not so much :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on April 03, 2023, 04:57:42 PM
Epstein to the rescue! I’ve lost a few of my small dykes and last week was dismayed that I only have one pair left. A quick look on H.J.Es website found these US made Pro America examples for a great price of $12. IIRC Pro America used to be KAL TOOLS, and they made some decent stuff - much of it for government contracts.

Nice and smooth little pliers for about half the price of Channellock.
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 04, 2023, 10:39:25 AM
Epstein to the rescue! I’ve lost a few of my small dykes and last week was dismayed that I only have one pair left. A quick look on H.J.Es website found these US made Pro America examples for a great price of $12. IIRC Pro America used to be KAL TOOLS, and they made some decent stuff - much of it for government contracts.

Nice and smooth little pliers for about half the price of Channellock.
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How do they cut ?
Channellock has their XLT pivot that increases the cutting power, but in small sizes It's not always a noticeable difference.


All their pliers I've seen look pretty decent, but it's such a shame that they're no longer making wrenches.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on April 04, 2023, 11:04:06 AM
No difference in cutting performance when compared to my Channellock pair.

I have a cheap Taiwanese pair in one of my car tool boxes, and these are way better. I was just down to one pair of good cutters in my main box.
These will do fine.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on April 04, 2023, 12:47:06 PM
I'm still rocking a pneumatic die grinder. old habits and all. :dance:

Pneumatic is still my 1st choice. Best power to weight/size bar none. Sometimes you just don't have air where you need it though to run a burr or knot end brush.

Less than half of the collection here
(https://i.imgur.com/ui8D1l3l.jpg)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: pep on April 04, 2023, 07:01:30 PM
I'm still rocking a pneumatic die grinder. old habits and all. :dance:

Pneumatic is still my 1st choice. Best power to weight/size bar none. Sometimes you just don't have air where you need it though to run a burr or knot end brush.

Less than half of the collection here
(https://i.imgur.com/ui8D1l3l.jpg)


Same deal, battery drill is it, pneumatic or corded for the rest
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on April 05, 2023, 07:21:54 AM
I have a mix of both battery and air.  Picked up a Snap on 3/8 battery impact on the cheap, fairly late model and that thing bad a$$.  And the weight and balance are real good too.

If I was turning wrenches for a living, I would have to go battery for the most used tools, and top quality ones at that.  I would likely go Milwaukee.   
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on April 06, 2023, 07:41:19 PM
Cordless drill, 3/8 impact, 1/4 &3/8 ratchets and soldering iron.

Air 1/2 impacts, cutoff wheels and die grinders.

Would like to cut the cord and get the Milwaukee 90 degree die grinder one day.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 07, 2023, 05:42:02 PM
My local TSC didn't have the new Channellock screwdrivers,  the shelves were almost empty and they didn't have much at all.

They did have this picquick combo for $10 though, and I've been wanting to check one of their drivers out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/brfkHWj5/20230407-153451.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzVPTdk3)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 07, 2023, 05:42:26 PM
My local TSC didn't have the new Channellock screwdrivers,  the shelves were almost empty and they didn't have much at all.

They did have this picquic combo for $10 though, and I've been wanting to check one of their drivers out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/brfkHWj5/20230407-153451.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mzVPTdk3)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on April 13, 2023, 12:55:25 PM
In keeping with my need for small cutter pliers, I also added these import mini-cutters to the box this week. They're imported, but came in a 5-pack and I must say that I'm impressed with the feel and quality of the construction. They were on sale on Amazon for $13 (for the complete 5pc set), and for that price I took a chance. A damn  good deal for pliers that I mostly use for occasional electronics work.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on April 13, 2023, 02:44:34 PM
In keeping with my need for small cutter pliers, I also added these import mini-cutters to the box this week. They're imported, but came in a 5-pack and I must say that I'm impressed with the feel and quality of the construction. They were on sale on Amazon for $13 (for the complete 5pc set), and for that price I took a chance. A damn  good deal for pliers that I mostly use for occasional electronics work.
Definitely a great deal , Xuron has been my choice of brand for those in the past , but just might have try those !


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 13, 2023, 09:02:22 PM
Those look identical to the ones that came with a 3d printer I received as a gift.
It came with those, and the accessory pack that was bought separately came with a pair of Xuron knockoffs.
Both work and I haven't needed them enough to upgrade to pair od xurons.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 17, 2023, 02:18:16 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/T1wfxKGz/20230417-113115.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TLZZqYK0)
(https://i.postimg.cc/3wYM7kFt/20230417-113435.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mPXpy2q9)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on April 17, 2023, 11:02:36 PM
i will bite. are you assuming that the new chapman handle comes from the same oem as the stanley?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 18, 2023, 10:20:48 AM
i will bite. are you assuming that the new chapman handle comes from the same oem as the stanley?
No, just that I love my 100 plus screwdrivers so I'm happy that the new Chapman handles are so similar.
They're definitely not identical,  but close enough to put a smile on my face.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 19, 2023, 02:26:02 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/Wb8KWngZ/20230419-115219.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/WhDXt09p)
(https://i.postimg.cc/MKqNm4Mx/20230419-115231.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/NLCdgdkP)
(https://i.postimg.cc/CMj9DYKm/20230419-120259.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DmwCk9LX)
Another home run from the fine folks at Chapman, and they were even nice enough to send me a free keychain with my order.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 19, 2023, 05:54:16 PM
sweeet - I ordered a few things the other day
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 19, 2023, 07:12:39 PM
sweeet - I ordered a few things the other day
I'll be making another order here soon, I need some of their long hex bits.
The problem is my case is already maxed out and I'm going to have to figure something out.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on April 25, 2023, 06:59:28 PM
forgot to post when these showed up
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 28, 2023, 10:58:08 PM
Today I received this 1960's Craftsman rebrand of the Vaughan sub zero super sportsman, and the handle I ordered directly from Vaughan arrived today too.
(https://i.postimg.cc/L43nPD2T/20230428-115148.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/yWW14FJg)
(https://i.postimg.cc/tCR7N6gH/20230428-144531.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7bcxxf7B)
A lot of people want crazy money for these on Ebay because they think they're some kind of rare salesman sample or part of a child's tool set or something,  but their not.
They've been rebranded by Tru-Test,  Craftsman, LL Beab, palco, Bark river knives, and Best×Made co among many others.

Vaughan still makes them and I've bought 3 of the current production examples over the past 10 years.
Their a legitimate little hatchet that's surprisingly capable, and they still have the convex cheeks like proper American made axes used to have.
(https://i.postimg.cc/CLCXSZCd/20230428-115239.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dL149VxK)

The handles need a lot of work to be appropriately sized for these little 8oz heads, but there's a good handle hiding in them.
I'll br finishing this one up tomorrow.
(https://i.postimg.cc/0QJX3r2k/20230428-175351.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/47s1Hf9q)

Here's the last 2 current V&B minis I did a few years back.
(https://i.postimg.cc/mrpM9bMj/IMG-20191106-155521559.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Y4ghKBdL)
The front one in this picture I use all the time ( green painted head seen above ) and the other I gave my buddy.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 29, 2023, 02:31:09 PM
My dremel started running weird so I replaced the brushes and it still doesn't run right,  it's sparking inside and I'm not sure why so I just replaced it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/wMHq6vVs/20230429-122027.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/CBPT7w9F)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 30, 2023, 05:45:34 PM
The cheap 5 gallon C-H pancake compressor I had died on me a couple weeks ago, and I honestly don't miss it
It was loud as hell and 5 gallons wasn't really enough for me.
I just picked up this 10 gallon Fortress brand from HF.
(https://i.postimg.cc/j2p5xW0m/20230430-152323.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vxvMXZmt)
it's running for 30 minutes to break in right now, and it is definitely quiet for sure.

I think this is going to be a gamechanger for me.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on April 30, 2023, 07:28:12 PM
hf has really stepped up the game in that category.


if i was shopping portable they would be it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on April 30, 2023, 07:48:09 PM
hf has really stepped up the game in that category.


if i was shopping portable they would be it.
I'm definitely impressed so on initial impressions.
I can tell right away it's higher quality than their central pneumatic line ( which I didn't even see today ) and better than Campbell Hausfeld.
If nothing else it is definitely very quiet, I expected it to be noticeably quieter but not significantly so.
I don't know if the 80% less claimed is accurate,  but I know this thing is maybe as loud as my cordless jigsaw if that when my old compressor would just about make my ears ring.
It seems higher quality , it's much quieter, and double the capacity of what I had.
Time will tell how it holds up but I'm optimistic.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on May 21, 2023, 08:40:19 AM
On a whim, or more likely a senior moment, bought an unusable set of blacksmith tools.  Anvil, post vice, caulking vise, blower, drill press, tire roller, so on.  Set of hammers, tongs, shapers, all hand made from wood.   Also a cone, and a tire shrinker.  Story is this, grandpa retired from years in a blacksmith shop,  then replicated the tools in wood.   Family put it in an estate auction,  didnt get a bid, so here I come stumbling in, made an offer, and now own it.  Most of it is full size,  drill press even has machined gears, so it works but am not going to chuck in a bit.   Cant imagine the time this took, even now since I am retired too.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on May 21, 2023, 08:47:42 AM
Nice John! Some interesting looking tools right there -- many I don't recognize as to what they are intended to do. I assume the wheel with the handle on it is for measuring distance, but I'm intrigued by the hammer lot on the right side of the pic. If they are indeed a specialized hammer (can't tell for sure), what is their purpose?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on May 21, 2023, 08:59:58 AM
Those are shaping tools, held over hot iron then struck with your standard 2-3 or 4lb. hammer.  They match the hardy tools grouped by the avil, so named because they are held in the anvils square hardy hole.  The wheel with handle is indeed for measuring.  Often called a "traveler" and used by a wheelwright to measure  wheels and iron tires, before flexible tape measures. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on May 21, 2023, 02:19:47 PM
Time for Elroy to get off his soap box and back on the tool track

Picked up this 10 Amp NOCO Genius a while back. If you're in need of a new, modern solid state charger that's AGM and lithium rated with both 6 and 12 volt capability. Elroy would recommend you consider one of these NOCO charges. The sulfated repair mode adds additional flexibility.

Thing has proven to be a real gem............it flat out works and beats the snot out of the old Schumacher. :-*
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on May 24, 2023, 09:45:09 PM
Got this vacuum off the snap on truck.


(https://i.postimg.cc/4310GLtC/PXL-20230518-210826442.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/94rbtBJ1)screen shot on a pc (https://postimages.org/app)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on May 25, 2023, 07:48:19 PM
Nothing too exciting.
A 12" mill bastard, 10" half round, and a 10 pack of Cle-line bimetal hacksaw blades.
(https://i.postimg.cc/BQybHpJv/20230525-174258.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/zVCq1nbm)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here9
Post by: nelstomlinson on May 25, 2023, 10:39:12 PM
Hickory, where were those files made, and how do they compare to the goođ old made-in-USA ones we can't get anymore?
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Post by: hickory n Steel on May 25, 2023, 11:19:16 PM
Hickory, where were those files made, and how do they compare to the goođ old made-in-USA ones we can't get anymore?
Mexico, and I'm pretty sure they're coming from the same factory making the modern Crescent Nicholson files.
They're not as good as Heller, Simonds, or the original Nicholson files in longevity but the files being made in Mexico today are very consistent and they perform well  during the time they do last.
They're definitely better than the Indian and Chinese made files from Harbor freight.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on June 13, 2023, 03:22:55 PM
Well, I ordered a pair of the latest design SK ratchets from Epstein's, and they arrived yesterday afternoon. A bit more than I wanted to spend, but got a 3/8" and 1/4". I wanted to grab some of the last stocks of the final American-made SK ratchets before they're gone.
Gotta say the chrome is outstanding - Snappy quality to my old eyes - and the balance is nice. Ergo handle is fine at first glance, will have to see if my opinion holds after greasy use. The 3/8" selector seems a little stiff, the 1/4" is fine. Might have to pull the plate off and clean and properly lube it. Plus I want to see what the guts look like. Pictures to post soon.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 13, 2023, 05:34:13 PM
Well, I ordered a pair of the latest design SK ratchets from Epstein's, and they arrived yesterday afternoon. A bit more than I wanted to spend, but got a 3/8" and 1/4". I wanted to grab some of the last stocks of the final American-made SK ratchets before they're gone.
Gotta say the chrome is outstanding - Snappy quality to my old eyes - and the balance is nice. Ergo handle is fine at first glance, will have to see if my opinion holds after greasy use. The 3/8" selector seems a little stiff, the 1/4" is fine. Might have to pull the plate off and clean and properly lube it. Plus I want to see what the guts look like. Pictures to post soon.
The 1/4 is on my list, but I'll probably never end up with one.
I have higher priorities,  and they'll probably be gone before I know it.
I already have enough true users anyways.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on June 13, 2023, 06:25:26 PM
Well, I ordered a pair of the latest design SK ratchets from Epstein's, and they arrived yesterday afternoon. A bit more than I wanted to spend, but got a 3/8" and 1/4". I wanted to grab some of the last stocks of the final American-made SK ratchets before they're gone.
Gotta say the chrome is outstanding - Snappy quality to my old eyes - and the balance is nice. Ergo handle is fine at first glance, will have to see if my opinion holds after greasy use. The 3/8" selector seems a little stiff, the 1/4" is fine. Might have to pull the plate off and clean and properly lube it. Plus I want to see what the guts look like. Pictures to post soon.
The 1/4 is on my list, but I'll probably never end up with one.
I have higher priorities,  and they'll probably be gone before I know it.
I already have enough true users anyways.

Here they are! With a shot of the obligatory box art. (The wife likes hippos).
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on June 14, 2023, 02:33:41 PM
Quick stop at a Habitat, was looking for a screen door.  None the right size, so naturally we looked around.  I found these in the bottom of a tub of tools.   The green handle is spin-kit,  with 4 NEW S-K 1/4 sockets.  1/4 inch, 5/16, 3/8, & 7/16, showing zero wear or dirt.  Big S-K stamp looks mostly worn off.  Thought $3 was right?    Pliers are thin jaw, Crescent  Tool,  soome wear but for a dollar?   And the Pennys wrench for the same sounded good.   Never seen a spin kit before.   Anyone here grab them as well?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on June 14, 2023, 09:33:10 PM
Not familiar with the spinkit either but i would of picked it up too.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on June 15, 2023, 08:06:13 AM
It kinda looks familiar to me, maybe I've seen one on an estate sale table over the years. But I was already so invested in the EASYDRIVER ball and other 1/4" stuff I didn't think it grab worthy.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 15, 2023, 07:55:56 PM
I feel like I've seen that S-K before, something about the extra long handle seems very familiar.
I'm mostly likely remembering something else though.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on June 16, 2023, 07:52:09 PM
Don't think I have seen the spin kit but has to be handy with those sizes!!! :clap:  Hose clamps, 1/4 20 nuts and many things around the house. I am digging it.  Would be cool with 8, 10, 12 and 13 mm too.  Metric version

Wasn't excited about the pliers till you said thin jaw.  Very handy when you need it. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 16, 2023, 09:34:41 PM
Grabbed this for the home toolbox. I still cringe at the thought of using harbor freight tools. Guess I'll get over it one day.

Pittsburgh has definitely upped their quality. Would i rely on them for a paycheck....no. Just can't justify higher dollar for weekend wrenching at this point in life. Maybe a bigger garage and more toys will justify it :))


Wish I had more time to go around to sales and flea markets to pick up some good old USA tools. Pricing on ebay is a little high plus shipping sometimes makes it not worth it.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on June 17, 2023, 09:44:05 AM
Grabbed this for the home toolbox. I still cringe at the thought of using harbor freight tools. Guess I'll get over it one day.

Pittsburgh has definitely upped their quality. Would i rely on them for a paycheck....no. Just can't justify higher dollar for weekend wrenching at this point in life. Maybe a bigger garage and more toys will justify it :))


Wish I had more time to go around to sales and flea markets to pick up some good old USA tools. Pricing on ebay is a little high plus shipping sometimes makes it not worth it.


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I picked up a pair of the last generation HF composite ratchets right before they changed the design. Figured for $8 and $10 a piece I couldn't go wrong. Put them in the rotation, and then grabbed the 3/8" to do a job. It fit so comfortably in the hand and flipped around so easily I forgot I was using an HF ratchet. After I finished the job I realized it, and was just so impressed how easily it slipped past my familiarity of the S-K roundhead.
I also like the fact that it gives some electrical protection, and impact damage reduction in an engine bay if you accidently bump it up against a moving part. I like 'em!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 17, 2023, 10:11:51 AM
I'll still do what it takes to get American made tools, but a lot of people who don't care about COO ( I wish everybody did, but I get it ) use the HF tools daily without failure.
I'm generally not going to buy Taiwanese hand tools and have no problem speaking my mind about them, but most of that is just about the American companies who choose to outsource instead of supporting us more.
The tools themselves are fine and Taiwan has the technology to put out some great tools at an affordable cost.
I'm not going to hate on anybody who buys them, especially if they're buying them as beaters...etc.
I mostly don't buy them, but it has nothing to do with the quality and I would trust them if I had to.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 17, 2023, 10:22:27 PM
I'll still do what it takes to get American made tools, but a lot of people who don't care about COO ( I wish everybody did, but I get it ) use the HF tools daily without failure.
I'm generally not going to buy Taiwanese hand tools and have no problem speaking my mind about them, but most of that is just about the American companies who choose to outsource instead of supporting us more.
The tools themselves are fine and Taiwan has the technology to put out some great tools at an affordable cost.
I'm not going to hate on anybody who buys them, especially if they're buying them as beaters...etc.
I mostly don't buy them, but it has nothing to do with the quality and I would trust them if I had to.
I'll take Taiwan made over Chinese every day.

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 17, 2023, 10:22:49 PM
Got a set of vintage nut drivers off eBay


(https://i.postimg.cc/nhC7ZfL2/PXL-20230617-214443177.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZWz0Fgpv)



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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on June 29, 2023, 01:10:18 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/CLX3Z29t/20230629-102031.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/1f0C2vmc)

The quality of this Irega made #804 adjustable is very good and it feels good in hand , but I still don't like it as much as my trusty old MAC aw4.
For the same size, my MAC still has a slightly larger jaw capacity.
(https://i.postimg.cc/gkx92pt8/20230629-102250.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnbtgCW2)
It seems to be a fine tool and I don't hate it, but my MAC aw4 is still king.
If I could find another just like it I would but it but they changed over the years and I'm not sure how old it is.
I carry it in my pocket everyday and would hate to loose it because it's been with me for 10 years.
Maybe I'll have to eventually switch it for this Channellock if I get too worried about loose my AW4.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on June 30, 2023, 09:45:26 PM
Picked up a set of Craftsman VV combo wrenches to hang on the peg board above my workbench in the basement. Also a Electro Lite wrench to make it a 3/8-3/4 set.


(https://i.postimg.cc/7LW3KZH6/PXL-20230701-012639329.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Ff0kRmJ5)

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on July 01, 2023, 08:59:29 AM
Picked up a set of Craftsman VV combo wrenches to hang on the peg board above my workbench in the basement. Also a Electro Lite wrench to make it a 3/8-3/4 set.


(https://i.postimg.cc/7LW3KZH6/PXL-20230701-012639329.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Ff0kRmJ5)

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Very nice! Those wrenches are classics and I still love to use them. Over the years I’ve purchased better quality wrenches, but for overall value, you can’t beat the vintage Craftsman stuff.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 17, 2023, 05:31:55 PM
I was buying a window AC at lowes and they had these cool mini toolboxes for $20.
(https://i.postimg.cc/J4xwhjRs/20230717-141055.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nCXSRjjx)
(https://i.postimg.cc/52Ds9tQH/20230717-141106.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xXyvtnRY)

I'll either sort my pocket knives in it or use it for my Chapman set or something.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on July 17, 2023, 09:52:55 PM
It's like I don't pay attention at Lowe's. Or maybe my Lowe's never has the deals...

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: nelstomlinson on July 17, 2023, 11:13:25 PM
That little box must be about 6" on a side?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on July 17, 2023, 11:23:01 PM
I was buying a window AC at lowes and they had these cool mini toolboxes for $20.
(https://i.postimg.cc/J4xwhjRs/20230717-141055.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nCXSRjjx)
(https://i.postimg.cc/52Ds9tQH/20230717-141106.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/xXyvtnRY)

I'll either sort my pocket knives in it or use it for my Chapman set or something.

That little box is cool! I might have to see if I can find one for 20 clams.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 18, 2023, 08:34:32 AM
That little box must be about 6" on a side?
Yep, 6×11×5.5
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 18, 2023, 08:37:04 AM
I looked these mini toolboxes up online and apparently they're a 25th anniversary promotional item, so they may not be around for long.
At my local store they only had the blue and black ones left.
They didn't have any of the Ft Worth Craftsman socket sets BTW.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 18, 2023, 08:42:22 AM
It's like I don't pay attention at Lowe's. Or maybe my Lowe's never has the deals...

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Could be, I almost never really go to lowes.
I just went there because they had the particular window AC I wanted in stock and on sale when my local HD didn't have any.
I'm still mostly an HD shopper because it's closer, I've already bought into the Ryobi system, and there's no lowes in the town I most go for shopping, but I'm starting to see that lowes is superior.

HD doesn't even sell real hammers anymore,  all they sell now are useless Chinese hammer shaped objects.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on July 19, 2023, 04:52:21 PM
Just snagged another of the older Tekton lobed screwdrivers today. A long #1 phillips. I bought a regular #2 phillips a few years ago to try out the handle design - really liked it. If I wasn't so deep into the old Proto yellow handles I'd probably grab a set of the Tekton's. Shoot, maybe I'll head to the local Ace and buy the rest of the phillips - can't have too many screwdriver!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 19, 2023, 05:14:07 PM
Just snagged another of the older Tekton lobed screwdrivers today. A long #1 phillips. I bought a regular #2 phillips a few years ago to try out the handle design - really liked it. If I wasn't so deep into the old Proto yellow handles I'd probably grab a set of the Tekton's. Shoot, maybe I'll head to the local Ace and buy the rest of the phillips - can't have too many screwdriver!
What's the difference between these and the current ones ?
are they American made ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on July 19, 2023, 06:41:24 PM
I just checked the website to see the current offerings. They now have nut drivers and hex drivers! Cool!

The screwdrivers look similar, with the addition of the pink hardhandles. Can't comment on those.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 20, 2023, 04:01:28 AM
I just checked the website to see the current offerings. They now have nut drivers and hex drivers! Cool!

The screwdrivers look similar, with the addition of the pink hardhandles. Can't comment on those.
The hard handles are red, unless they introduced some special cancer awareness version or something.

You'd like the hard handles I think, they're 4 sided like the William's/ snapon.
(https://i.postimg.cc/jdTjJLG9/20230512-123650.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/vDPyJH8L)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on July 20, 2023, 07:08:16 PM
nice collection!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 21, 2023, 08:21:49 AM
nice collection!
It's not exactly a collection or even all of them, I just have a bit of a problem with buying a whole set instead of just say a #2ph when I want to try out a screwdriver handle.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on July 21, 2023, 08:51:07 PM
All those screw drivers and not a single screw starter in the bunch. Elroy would suggest you diversify.
Do you have any posi-drives or square drives ?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on July 21, 2023, 09:37:19 PM
All those screw drivers and not a single screw starter in the bunch. Elroy would suggest you diversify.
Do you have any posi-drives or square drives ?

 :D

I could probably donate a starter or two from my spares if you need them hickory.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 22, 2023, 10:20:21 AM
All those screw drivers and not a single screw starter in the bunch. Elroy would suggest you diversify.
Do you have any posi-drives or square drives ?
I have more that didn't make the picture.

I have a set of clip on steel screw holders Stanley used to make, and I have an Ullman pocket screw starter.
For Robertson I just have the 3 in my GRACE gunsmithing screwdriver set which I use exclusively on Crosman airguns, otherwise I'm only ever needing to drive screws Robertson deck screws with my impact driver.
For posi-drive I have bits if I ever need them but never have.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on July 22, 2023, 11:38:37 AM
got a good deal on a new shop-vac from the hardware store I used to work at
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on July 22, 2023, 06:18:51 PM
Wet / dry vacs sure are handy.
My previous boss bought me a very nice big Dewalt to use at work, and it's awesome.
Quite powerful and very quiet too, it kind of made me dislike the 2 Shop-vacs I have at home but I don't quite dislike them enough to spend almost $300 on that Dewalt model.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: stokester on August 05, 2023, 01:12:12 PM
Just returned from the local ReStore.

For $20 I can put it to good use.  Two cases have moveable dividers while the other is fixed.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on August 05, 2023, 07:47:50 PM
Just returned from the local ReStore.

For $20 I can put it to good use.  Two cases have moveable dividers while the other is fixed.
Good score , Würth make some awesome organiser boxes !!!!


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 06, 2023, 10:20:12 AM
That looks like an excellent organizer.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on August 06, 2023, 10:22:23 AM
Top of the line stuff Nick. They are indestructible. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on August 06, 2023, 11:05:45 AM
Those will last forever
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Heiny57 on August 06, 2023, 11:19:28 AM
I recently sold my HF roller cabinet and crappy workbench for some Husky toolbox’s. I still need to build a platform and pull the wheels off. So far I like it. I just can’t remember where anything is.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on August 08, 2023, 08:38:37 PM
I recently sold my HF roller cabinet and crappy workbench for some Husky toolbox’s. I still need to build a platform and pull the wheels off. So far I like it. I just can’t remember where anything is.
Looks great!

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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on August 10, 2023, 12:41:48 PM
I recently sold my HF roller cabinet and crappy workbench for some Husky toolbox’s. I still need to build a platform and pull the wheels off. So far I like it. I just can’t remember where anything is.
Looks great!

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Agree with Tim. It looks fantastic Bob.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on August 16, 2023, 09:32:07 PM
Got these from Jabber! SK swivel sockets in metric (look to be NOS)

Thanks Jabber!!!


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on August 16, 2023, 10:02:02 PM
Found an S-K socket box for $3 last week. Marked "Chicago" so probably 1970 0r 1971 vintage. Was hoping it would hold my still-to-be-found deep metric set but I think it's for the SAE set (which is 7 sockets instead of 10 for the metric set). So I may have to do some rearranging in my boxes to get everything to fit properly.

Paint is in too good of shape to sand and redo, plus someone went to a bit of trouble to make a perfect fitting thin cardboard liner tray for the inside instead of the OEM plastic one.

Now I just have to find the sockets!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on August 22, 2023, 10:48:25 AM
Stokester, that organizer deserves a YOU SUCK!!!  That would bring 80m to 100 in my store depending on condition

Bob, garage looks good.  I hear you about not being able to find things in new storage.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: torqueman2002 on August 22, 2023, 12:58:48 PM
Those are some great finds!

Recently, I have been working with the young (mid-20s) couple across the street from us, to wire extra circuits in their garage.

Normally I don't agree to do electrical work for friends, in fact I first told him no when he asked if I could put in an outlet for a refrigerator. After thinking about it for a day we hit upon a plan. I will show him step-by-step what to do and he will pull a permit and have the work inspected.

He's smart and willing to accept direction from someone old enough to be his grandfather.

I bought some tools to make the job go smoother, as well as help him to understand how much torque to use when connecting wire to different electrical terminals.

The first image is a stubby self-feeding 3/4" auger bit.

The second and third images show 'combination bit' style screwdrivers. They make excellent connection to the terminal screws used on outlets, switches, circuit breakers, ....

The last image is an inch-pound variable torque screwdriver. This, I trust, will give my 'apprentice' the correct feel for how tight a terminal needs to be screwed down.

We are making slow progress on Phase I - dedicated GFCI outlet and a separate switched over-head lighting circuit. All run through PVC conduit.

It's fun to do this kind of project again. Now that my garage, basement, and house are updated, I needed a project.  ;)




Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: john k on August 22, 2023, 06:52:47 PM
Bought a few small tools recently.  At the nearest Habitat restore, a New Britain double combo offset box  wrench came up.   This in the 1948 - 1953 series that I collect, a chromed 1/2 x 9/16 in amazing condition.  Haven't seen anything in this series in years.  Got the whole series in the bag but is a bit exciting to see another one,  underneath the rusty Barcalos, and made in India offerings.  Also tagged a 1/2 inch breaker bar,  SK,  with a female square drive in the end of the handle.  Found a plain steel Hinsdale  combo box end, 3/8 x 7/16, with a round shank, old am thinking.  Sorry, no pics, my rural internet is anemic this week, month, etc. 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on August 25, 2023, 12:13:22 PM
I ordered a William's #2 to try out and there's really not much I could say that everybody doesn't already know, it's very obviously a high quality screwdriver.
The handle is well proportioned and the ergonomics are great.
(https://i.postimg.cc/x1Gdw0Dr/20230825-095002.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/JsnmJCzK)

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on August 25, 2023, 05:43:19 PM
Don’t you just love buying a whole toolbox ( deceased estate ) , just off one photo on the internet for very fair price , maybe the photo shows the odd good score …… (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230825/ebfc9c68c2c1649f9255dfa59c91c320.jpg)

Then getting it home and sorted through to see what you really got to add to the collection …..(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230825/6eeddbfa6bbd9c0228650c32d5880e6b.jpg)

Highlights for me …….(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230825/773ea53c6f24abc7c7697353bd7e5cdd.jpg)


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on August 25, 2023, 05:45:53 PM
But lots of other good quality old school stuff in there …… can anyone tell me what these are for ? (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230825/14199e67f9a9dc2d51c03a848f605f8b.jpg)


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on August 25, 2023, 07:40:23 PM
I don't know what you paid, MidniteMack, but the box alone is worth the price of admission! SCORE!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on August 27, 2023, 01:48:35 PM
Excellent deal on that toolbox! Congrats -


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: jeffmoss26 on August 27, 2023, 06:08:58 PM
got a few telecom items this week
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on August 27, 2023, 09:47:36 PM
I’ve been installing some mini split ACs and wasn’t happy with my current flaring tools   Bought a cheap oscillating flaring tool off of Amazon   This thing makes some nice flares. May have to throw some coins at a brand name set.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on August 27, 2023, 09:52:52 PM
Don’t you just love buying a whole toolbox ( deceased estate ) , just off one photo on the internet for very fair price , maybe the photo shows the odd good score …… (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230825/ebfc9c68c2c1649f9255dfa59c91c320.jpg)

Then getting it home and sorted through to see what you really got to add to the collection …..(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230825/6eeddbfa6bbd9c0228650c32d5880e6b.jpg)

Highlights for me …….(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230825/773ea53c6f24abc7c7697353bd7e5cdd.jpg)


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nice haul......... you can never have too many coathooks!  :)) :)) :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on August 28, 2023, 08:56:44 PM
A seal driver and fork tube cap socket for Harley 41mm forks.


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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: gtermini on September 13, 2023, 11:21:58 AM
New ultra heavy duty hang tag for $13 delivered. I was blown away by the quality of this tag. Solid, high density plastic all over. Reusable retention strap. Crisp, clear marking. Built to last.

Not sure what the round metal pieces on the tabs are for though...

(https://i.imgur.com/oJrzdL8l.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NF34jONl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/B8UaQh8l.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/tqOfFkwl.jpg)
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Post by: john k on September 13, 2023, 03:25:59 PM
There are usually more vendors at the farm-tractor-threshing show this past weekend.  Did score just one tool,  unusual for me, a heavy ratcheting screwdriver,  from the late great  Millers Falls Co.  10 inches long.  Wood handle and I would date it about 1930.  No pic capability yet,,  and my phone quit.   
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Post by: skfarmer on September 13, 2023, 09:31:21 PM
New ultra heavy duty hang tag for $13 delivered. I was blown away by the quality of this tag. Solid, high density plastic all over. Reusable retention strap. Crisp, clear marking. Built to last.

Not sure what the round metal pieces on the tabs are for though...

(https://i.imgur.com/oJrzdL8l.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NF34jONl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/B8UaQh8l.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/tqOfFkwl.jpg)

that looks like a damn fine hang tag. if your scrap iron bin is at capacity i could sure recycle them metal bits in the scrap bin for ya. :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: nelstomlinson on September 13, 2023, 11:00:35 PM

Quote
Not sure what the round metal pieces on the tabs are for

They're to keep the hang tag from blowing away, of course!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on September 14, 2023, 07:23:12 AM
New ultra heavy duty hang tag for $13 delivered. I was blown away by the quality of this tag. Solid, high density plastic all over. Reusable retention strap. Crisp, clear marking. Built to last.

Not sure what the round metal pieces on the tabs are for though...

(https://i.imgur.com/oJrzdL8l.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NF34jONl.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/B8UaQh8l.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/tqOfFkwl.jpg)


Kind of ironic, because there's likely more engineering and design in the tag/holder than in the sockets. Packaging engineers are coming up with a lot of unique designs these days. 
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Post by: gtermini on September 14, 2023, 10:34:52 AM

Kind of ironic, because there's likely more engineering and design in the tag/holder than in the sockets. Packaging engineers are coming up with a lot of unique designs these days.

Oh absolutely. That tag takes three pretty involved injection molds for the components vs maybe a simple forge die and a setup on a generic C-axis live tool cnc lathe to run the sockets. There's easily a half million dollars in mold dies, not including the molding machines, to run hang tags for a sub $20 socket set. And most people never even think twice about it as they huck it in the trash can.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 16, 2023, 05:14:02 PM
The widow of a flea market tool vendor occasionally sets up a yardsale,  and I stopped by after work.
(https://i.postimg.cc/wvxtVCPc/20230916-115541.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mcq2Z5Tt)
I'll probably have to go back tomorrow.
I didn't bother looking through the bins of wrenches because I don't really like individuals of that stuff, but there's multiple pairs of pliers I left behind and an awesome wood handled PROTO screwdriver that wasn't priced yet which I hope is still there tomorrow.

It's one of the red groove striking cap screwdrivers,  man I sure hope it's there tomorrow.
There was also some 8" Diamaloy slipjoint hose clamp pliers I didn't get a price on.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on September 17, 2023, 12:16:01 PM
Another $10.
The PROTO driver was still there $1, and the Diamaloy hose clamp pliers were $2
(https://i.postimg.cc/3RHzvwXn/20230917-085753.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfDPtNnL)
I think the Caterpillar spinner handle might be a rebranded Snapon?

This is one of the cooler finds, I've never seen a smaller 4in1 like this little Enderes here.
(https://i.postimg.cc/J4J6b8hF/20230917-085805.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/gnzHWf8y)

The brand on this scraper didn't really matter because it's a nice one regardless , but it happens to be a blue point.
(https://i.postimg.cc/QMkZS5xR/20230917-085819.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/673Pp8Z0)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 17, 2023, 09:27:31 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/0NLWYRWW/20231017-120426.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/R3LLm8zK)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on October 18, 2023, 08:56:00 AM
Cat spinner is likely Snap on.  Nice group of tools you got.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on October 18, 2023, 09:18:04 AM
Enderes made a variety of multi-tip reversible drivers. Here's an older pic of some of the various drivers and parts I had - I've got a stubby 2-in-1 around here somewhere but no pic.

Looks like you're on your way to a complete lineup!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 18, 2023, 10:40:45 AM
Cat spinner is likely Snap on.  Nice group of tools you got.
That was my assumption
I'm certainly happy with the little haul, the PROTO screwdriver is my favorite of the lot and I really enjoy using it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 18, 2023, 10:44:47 AM
Enderes made a variety of multi-tip reversible drivers. Here's an older pic of some of the various drivers and parts I had - I've got a stubby 2-in-1 around here somewhere but no pic.

Looks like you're on your way to a complete lineup!
I only have this one and am not particularly invested in Enderes tools, so I won't really be seeking out any others.
I won't hesitate to pick a good one up because I recognize the quality, but Enderes just doesn't happen to be one of the favored tool brands that I look for.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on October 30, 2023, 06:42:41 PM
I'm a real Vaughan & Bushnell fanboy, and have quite a fondness for their 9 series rip claw hammers especially the #999 so I just had to order this one.
(https://i.postimg.cc/FRtQW5XQ/20231030-162132.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8Fb3cYCy)
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Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on October 30, 2023, 07:48:01 PM
That's pretty cool! Commemorative items like that hammer do have a nice appeal. Congrats!

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Post by: hickory n Steel on October 30, 2023, 08:37:46 PM
That's pretty cool! Commemorative items like that hammer do have a nice appeal. Congrats!
The price wasn't too crazy either.
V&B sells the standard 14" #999 for $29.99, and this was $43.19.
That's almost 50% more,  but they definitely spent much more time on it.
It's finished like they used to if not even a little better, stamped instead of lazered, plus the extra stuff done to the handle.

I ordered it planning to make this my new go-to , but it's a little chunky in the grip and would look like crap if I thinned it out, so I'll probably just collect it.


Now the commemorative B215 super bar is kind of pricey, but I was tempted.
The standard is $15, and the commemorative is $52.
It is mirror polished and Chromed though which of course takes a lot of time so that's not exactly unreasonable.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on October 31, 2023, 09:54:29 PM
mayhew roll pin punches. would love to find a set with cupped tips.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on October 31, 2023, 10:48:11 PM
nice punches.

could you tell elroy to give us more info on the leather pouch.

canvas pouches for punch and chisel sets are hard to come by. the farmer has a couple but has not seen a worthy substitute.  the seem to be made of unobtainium. 


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on October 31, 2023, 11:01:34 PM

could you tell elroy to give us more info on the leather pouch.
 

cheap souvenir from a family vacation as a kid. been around the house forever
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 01, 2023, 02:06:07 PM
nice punches.

could you tell elroy to give us more info on the leather pouch.

canvas pouches for punch and chisel sets are hard to come by. the farmer has a couple but has not seen a worthy substitute.  the seem to be made of unobtainium.
Here ya go.
https://www.harryepstein.com/tool-type/tool-rolls.html
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Elroy on November 01, 2023, 03:06:31 PM
economical yet functional tool storage is a highly developed skill. Elroy would remind the board that utilizing high quality leather goods is a viable option.

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/indisputable-proof-elroy-is-a-fag.24651/

 :a102:

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 01, 2023, 08:50:02 PM
economical yet functional tool storage is a highly developed skill. Elroy would remind the board that utilizing high quality leather goods is a viable option.

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/indisputable-proof-elroy-is-a-fag.24651/

 :a102:
Speaking of Purses, I looked up Loom brothers co the makers of that leather pencil case and the only products I could find were purses.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on November 01, 2023, 09:19:35 PM
economical yet functional tool storage is a highly developed skill. Elroy would remind the board that utilizing high quality leather goods is a viable option.

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/indisputable-proof-elroy-is-a-fag.24651/

 :a102:

classic stuff there elroy. lots of good old names. hard to beleivee how long ago that was. i remember it but didn't comment in it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on November 02, 2023, 07:42:21 AM
As always, Elroy tends to find some really good quality stuff. Well done Elroy!!!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on November 02, 2023, 08:04:34 AM
economical yet functional tool storage is a highly developed skill. Elroy would remind the board that utilizing high quality leather goods is a viable option.

https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/threads/indisputable-proof-elroy-is-a-fag.24651/

 :a102:
Speaking of Purses, I looked up Loom brothers co the makers of that leather pencil case and the only products I could find were purses.

I wouldn't ignore a leather purse if I could repurpose it. Probably as a multi-meter bag or something.

The B-man has a handful of "ladies items" at work in the shop!  :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 02, 2023, 08:50:23 AM
I recently cut a bunch of Italian leather off of a lounge chair somebody threw out, and I may have to make a few punch pouches along the lines of that pencil case elroy posted.
I've got a quicker simpler 1 piece design in mind.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on November 09, 2023, 08:10:17 AM
IIRC, Elroy posted using training cases (small suitcases ladies used for makeup while traveling) as storage boxes for corded tools years ago.  Liked the idea and bought one at an auction cheap.  Before I used it, a lady came in and had to have it for a similar purpose.  The fatman, being a gentleman and a capitalist, let her purchase it while realizing a profit myself. :))
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 10, 2023, 02:46:19 PM
Today in the mail I received an OLFA craft knife, and a Tandy #4 leather edge beveler.
(https://i.postimg.cc/yY1NXS7D/20231110-124155.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rzHcqs0T)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 10, 2023, 06:46:12 PM
I just finished throwing together this simple leather wrench pouch, really I didn't have any particular tools in mind and just threw it together as a proof of concept.
It fits this pair of SAE and Metric wrench sets that I keep in my go box but I'd have made it a little bigger if I was making it specifically for them.
(https://i.postimg.cc/DfWCPsVB/20231110-162640.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/K42rZ18M)
(https://i.postimg.cc/7b8Jgjv8/20231110-162606.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Wq84VWbX)

I recently salvaged a bunch of leather off a lounge chair somebody threw away, so I used that rough side out for durability and abrasion resistance.

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on November 17, 2023, 01:24:46 PM
I bought me an awesome new flashlight,  from one of the long standing American manufacturers who's reliable Ametican made products I like and love to support.
(https://i.postimg.cc/MG6BW6NJ/20231117-105649.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TKs106Tt)
(https://i.postimg.cc/GpXy90n8/20231117-105852.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FfJRnBRN)
These are generally over $100 but with the sale they're having plus the pre black Friday discount code I got it for about $75 shipped.

I'm a little bummed that I have to wait 6 hours for the completely dead battery to initially charge before I can try it out, but after that it's only supposed to take 90 minutes to charge and it can live in it's charging cradle 24/7 so the battery is always full.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: TexasT on November 28, 2023, 05:10:12 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/jCKx5MXr/PXL_20231127_050514018.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/jCKx5MXr)

(https://i.postimg.cc/ZW1ZhHR2/PXL_20231127_050445282.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ZW1ZhHR2)

I was cruising the fb marketplace and came across this sander. It is the hf central machinery one so not really a great piece but for $100 i set up the meet up to get it. Seller threw in some 12" discs so that was cool too. I hope it works as good as the ones i've seen on youtube.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 01, 2023, 12:44:31 PM
A fenix headlight I needed for work, a #0 for my Heyco screwdriver set, and an awesome Heyco reversible screwdriver.
(https://i.postimg.cc/6pddNVTP/20231201-094547.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/FYHfyLyb)
The handle in this reversible is awesome,  it feels a lot like the Proto Bet-R-Grip.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on December 20, 2023, 01:06:04 PM
It took awhile but I finally got in this little 7" long " Micro hammer " from a Japanese tool manufacturer named Anex, I believe the model company Tamiya also sells a blue one with their name on it.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Df44Gxv6/20231220-104514.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/grd0Fq6L)
(https://i.postimg.cc/L8DJS7D9/20231220-104631.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nXsFY3Ng)
It seems to be a good high quality little tool, but I'm a bit bummed because apparently I accidentally ordered it without the brass and nylon replacement tips.
I think the distributor just used the wrong stock photo or something, but honestly I'm not sure I really need those and I can order them fairly cheaply down the line if I really want them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: fatfillup on January 01, 2024, 06:10:54 AM
That hammer looks sweet.  The brass end would be handy
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on January 01, 2024, 06:56:54 AM
Pretty nice little hammer. Looks almost too nice to use -- LOL
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 01, 2024, 12:42:20 PM
I looked online and the replacement set of tips for this hammer and not available at an affordable price, cheapest I could find was more than double what I payed for the hammer.
If I shopped on Scamazon I know the Scamazon Japan would have the heads and the hammer that includes them for a very cheap price, but I'm just not desperate enough to shop with them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 05, 2024, 11:20:31 PM
I was visiting my mom and had to stop by my teenage tool paradise called Bargain smart.
Awhile back that discount tool store started to get in some PROTO, and I brought home a couple of the XL series ratchets that they had today.
(https://i.postimg.cc/dQT7Cgxx/20240105-193309.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/XX47S13f)
(https://i.postimg.cc/Fsy7W3mb/20240105-193332.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/rKpVzdDz)
The 1/4 was $20, and the 3/8 $30.
I looked online and could not find the black finish quick release ratchets anywhere.
Eventually I found both available on Ebay for $25 and $35, and realized Bargain smart has an Ebay store which I didn't realize.
Yes for some reason they charge more for them in their Ebay store.

Anyways they're the only ones who have them and I can't find a trace anywhere.
They are definitely supposed to be black finished, but I can only find the standard Chrome online.
They also had the USAG made 3/8 round head flex for $30 which I thought about buying,  but I don't like a flex head with no lock or detents so I passed


Btw it seems PROTO has another new Ratchet design that I haven't seen before.


I also stopped by HD and bought a Ryobi cordless palm sander.
(https://i.postimg.cc/vZGDpTHJ/20240105-193727.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/TpHRbRb0)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on January 08, 2024, 02:27:07 PM
(https://i.postimg.cc/WpDD0Ly9/20240108-111245-2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/nMJct5p7)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 08, 2024, 08:58:04 PM
Hammer time!

Got the drilling hammer for Christmas just finally took it to work. Loving it so far. Very well balanceed.

My orange 16oz keeps losing pieces off the hamdle. So I grabbed this 24 oz to replace it.

Also had a snap on 1/4 ratchet on order. Been waiting for it to come in. So I bought a Matco one the day before. That way I knew it would finally come in lol.

Also got a set of slipper foot prybars.




(https://i.postimg.cc/qBSZhLmz/PXL-20240207-214404533.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3wk4nYr)

(https://i.postimg.cc/C1tBMWLM/PXL-20240207-214417446.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7G3Ymt2j)

(https://i.postimg.cc/t7GsWWxL/PXL-20240208-141634500.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GTz31BzQ)

(https://i.postimg.cc/gcnT25HC/PXL-20240208-141708093.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Hj12S6Kz)

(https://i.postimg.cc/xTmpKz7g/PXL-20240208-165907293.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLq9FLJT)



Sent from my twisted mind of the mudman
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 08, 2024, 09:08:23 PM
Snagged another Makita 9.6 v drill with battery. Tested it when I got home - ran fine. battery looks NOS and took a charge, so good there. Drill chuck is screwed up, and someone stripped the retaining screw inside, so we'll give cutting it off a try to remove it. If I can get the chuck off I have a spare I can pop on. So will have another working drill. If not, I've got all those spare parts. I'm invested in the 9.6v line.
Needs cleaning, too. Lots of pipe dope and paint globs on it.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on February 08, 2024, 09:55:20 PM
Hammer time!

Got the drilling hammer for Christmas just finally took it to work. Loving it so far. Very well balanceed.

My orange 16oz keeps losing pieces off the hamdle. So I grabbed this 24 oz to replace it.

Also had a snap on 1/4 ratchet on order. Been waiting for it to come in. So I bought a Matco one the day before. That way I knew it would finally come in lol.

Also got a set of slipper foot prybars.




(https://i.postimg.cc/qBSZhLmz/PXL-20240207-214404533.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3wk4nYr)

(https://i.postimg.cc/C1tBMWLM/PXL-20240207-214417446.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7G3Ymt2j)

(https://i.postimg.cc/t7GsWWxL/PXL-20240208-141634500.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GTz31BzQ)

(https://i.postimg.cc/gcnT25HC/PXL-20240208-141708093.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Hj12S6Kz)

(https://i.postimg.cc/xTmpKz7g/PXL-20240208-165907293.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLq9FLJT)



Sent from my twisted mind of the mudman

I turned two Snappy dead blows in for replacement through the years. Both had that same cross hatch design on their handles. That was a well known issue with older Snappy dead blow hammers back in the day. I got no grief when I turned mine in, just free replacement no questions asked.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on February 10, 2024, 08:46:59 PM
Hammer time!

Got the drilling hammer for Christmas just finally took it to work. Loving it so far. Very well balanceed.

My orange 16oz keeps losing pieces off the hamdle. So I grabbed this 24 oz to replace it.

Also had a snap on 1/4 ratchet on order. Been waiting for it to come in. So I bought a Matco one the day before. That way I knew it would finally come in lol.

Also got a set of slipper foot prybars.




(https://i.postimg.cc/qBSZhLmz/PXL-20240207-214404533.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3wk4nYr)

(https://i.postimg.cc/C1tBMWLM/PXL-20240207-214417446.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7G3Ymt2j)

(https://i.postimg.cc/t7GsWWxL/PXL-20240208-141634500.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GTz31BzQ)

(https://i.postimg.cc/gcnT25HC/PXL-20240208-141708093.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Hj12S6Kz)

(https://i.postimg.cc/xTmpKz7g/PXL-20240208-165907293.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLq9FLJT)



Sent from my twisted mind of the mudman

I turned two Snappy dead blows in for replacement through the years. Both had that same cross hatch design on their handles. That was a well known issue with older Snappy dead blow hammers back in the day. I got no grief when I turned mine in, just free replacement no questions asked.
This was a Compo-Cast. Same as the old Stanley or Matcos. Didn't really have any where to go for warranty.

Sent from my twisted mind of the mudman

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Midnitemack on February 10, 2024, 09:25:06 PM
Hammer time!

Got the drilling hammer for Christmas just finally took it to work. Loving it so far. Very well balanceed.

My orange 16oz keeps losing pieces off the hamdle. So I grabbed this 24 oz to replace it.

Also had a snap on 1/4 ratchet on order. Been waiting for it to come in. So I bought a Matco one the day before. That way I knew it would finally come in lol.

Also got a set of slipper foot prybars.




(https://i.postimg.cc/qBSZhLmz/PXL-20240207-214404533.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3wk4nYr)

(https://i.postimg.cc/C1tBMWLM/PXL-20240207-214417446.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7G3Ymt2j)

(https://i.postimg.cc/t7GsWWxL/PXL-20240208-141634500.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GTz31BzQ)

(https://i.postimg.cc/gcnT25HC/PXL-20240208-141708093.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Hj12S6Kz)

(https://i.postimg.cc/xTmpKz7g/PXL-20240208-165907293.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLq9FLJT)



Sent from my twisted mind of the mudman
Not sure if this link will work……

YIYITOOLS 24 oz Dead Blow Hammer Dual Head Ball Peen Blow Striking Flat Pein Non-Slip Handle,1.5 LB Orange (YY-7-001)
https://a.co/d/dmTHuZg

I ordered one of these off Amazon , seems like a lot of hammer for the $ .


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on February 10, 2024, 09:56:33 PM
Hammer time!

Got the drilling hammer for Christmas just finally took it to work. Loving it so far. Very well balanceed.

My orange 16oz keeps losing pieces off the hamdle. So I grabbed this 24 oz to replace it.

Also had a snap on 1/4 ratchet on order. Been waiting for it to come in. So I bought a Matco one the day before. That way I knew it would finally come in lol.

Also got a set of slipper foot prybars.




(https://i.postimg.cc/qBSZhLmz/PXL-20240207-214404533.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/z3wk4nYr)

(https://i.postimg.cc/C1tBMWLM/PXL-20240207-214417446.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/7G3Ymt2j)

(https://i.postimg.cc/t7GsWWxL/PXL-20240208-141634500.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/GTz31BzQ)

(https://i.postimg.cc/gcnT25HC/PXL-20240208-141708093.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/Hj12S6Kz)

(https://i.postimg.cc/xTmpKz7g/PXL-20240208-165907293.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/dLq9FLJT)



Sent from my twisted mind of the mudman
Not sure if this link will work……

YIYITOOLS 24 oz Dead Blow Hammer Dual Head Ball Peen Blow Striking Flat Pein Non-Slip Handle,1.5 LB Orange (YY-7-001)
https://a.co/d/dmTHuZg

I ordered one of these off Amazon , seems like a lot of hammer for the $ .


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I agree!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on February 10, 2024, 10:23:41 PM
I had to go find the brand of dead blow hammers someone here brought up years that really impressed me. Prices were good then, and still appear so. I don't think I will ever need to buy another dead blow hammer, but if I did, I think I would spend a bit extra and buy a Trusty Cook.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: zeke on February 11, 2024, 05:25:28 PM
Snagged another Makita 9.6 v drill with battery. Tested it when I got home - ran fine. battery looks NOS and took a charge, so good there. Drill chuck is screwed up, and someone stripped the retaining screw inside, so we'll give cutting it off a try to remove it. If I can get the chuck off I have a spare I can pop on. So will have another working drill. If not, I've got all those spare parts. I'm invested in the 9.6v line.
Needs cleaning, too. Lots of pipe dope and paint globs on it.
I still use my 9.6v tools, but I finally seemed to get rid of the 7.2v except the little angle grinder. I slip a 9,6 v battery in it sticking out past the closer and the thing screams. Great for dressing up a big drill bit while in the field.

On the 9.6 side I have the recip saw and the 3 1/4" circular saw which is totally useless. I use the right angle close quarters drill every day. Robbing parts to keep them going has me down to about 3 plus a pair of chargers. Every 3 years or so I will buy another generic battery. Someday there won't be any of those left, so I keep the dead ones to rebuild when the day comes.

My take along set is 12v Milwaukee. I leave the blue/green ones at home so no one will make fun of me.  ::)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 13, 2024, 03:41:33 PM
Here she is all spiffed and with new keyless chuck. Ready for the runway!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: slip knot on February 13, 2024, 06:44:56 PM
Looks good Bman. Nicely done. :cool2:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on February 13, 2024, 06:53:07 PM
Makita 9.6 was my first cordless drill. I used it for years. It was a great drill. I jumped to Ryobi 18v next and have stayed with that. The lithium batteries made a world of difference. If lithium had not come along I probably would have dumped Ryobi. I gave my old Makita to a friend. Those were good drills for sure though! 👌
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on February 13, 2024, 07:10:56 PM
Lookin' mighty good George!  -- Makita was ahead of the curve back then, and the longevity of their tools from that era proves the point.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 13, 2024, 09:34:01 PM
Just discovered Makita did an impact wrench in the 9.6 volt style. I doubt it could do tire lug nuts, but for the stuff I work on it should be fine. And since I'm invested in the 9.6 stick cells, I'm all ready for it!


https://www.ebay.com/itm/266466074261?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D777008%26algo%3DPERSONAL.TOPIC%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20230823115209%26meid%3D5aada335e8254ce2a6536e86656fc45b%26pid%3D101800%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D1%26itm%3D266466074261%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D1%26pg%3D4375194%26algv%3DRecentlyViewedItemsV2SignedOut%26brand%3DMakita&_trksid=p4375194.c101800.m5481&_trkparms=parentrq%3Aa5ad1aee18d0a5140c984feefffff80a%7Cpageci%3Acd7f0ba7-cae9-11ee-b7d1-2e49aba41ff8%7Ciid%3A1%7Cvlpname%3Avlp_homepage
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on February 14, 2024, 04:36:18 AM
I will be interested in hearing your assessment after using it George.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: geneg on February 14, 2024, 07:29:28 AM
Used one almost 30 years ago!

In 1995, I did a cinema project 6 screens sloped floors.  The local lumber yard brought one out for my superintendent to try for the seat base to floor lags.  Seem to remember that it was fairly expensive.  It worked great.  The company I worked for was into the Hilti relationship, so we didn't buy it.  The 9.6v  system had both good power & battery life.  I still use some of mine every now & then.

BTW, did you ever make progress on the battery rebuilt project you spoke of awhile ago?
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 14, 2024, 08:33:48 AM
Used one almost 30 years ago!

In 1995, I did a cinema project 6 screens sloped floors.  The local lumber yard brought one out for my superintendent to try for the seat base to floor lags.  Seem to remember that it was fairly expensive.  It worked great.  The company I worked for was into the Hilti relationship, so we didn't buy it.  The 9.6v  system had both good power & battery life.  I still use some of mine every now & then.

BTW, did you ever make progress on the battery rebuilt project you spoke of awhile ago?

Thanks for asking!

I did it on two batteries. One seemed to come back, the other went through 3 charge/discharge cycles then died. I'll keep trying the system and see if I get more successes than failures. At this point it's 50/50.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: geneg on February 14, 2024, 09:21:17 AM
I looked into it for some old B&D 18 volt stuff.  At that time, I could buy the Amazon clone batteries cheaper than the cells for a rebuild.  Still might look into the Makita solution.  I think you'll enjoy the impact if you buy it. 

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 15, 2024, 07:59:22 AM
I looked into it for some old B&D 18 volt stuff.  At that time, I could buy the Amazon clone batteries cheaper than the cells for a rebuild.  Still might look into the Makita solution.  I think you'll enjoy the impact if you buy it.

The tool repair guy on Youtube has alot to say about tools - and he does rate Makita pretty highly (the new styles). If one were to go with say their 18v line, they could do alot worse. I just like the size and feel of the 9.6v version.
I put a bid in for $40 shipped for that used impact and the seller went for it. Prolly should hit HF and get some impact sockets and pack them all in a Makita box. I have one that might work.
Also working on a battery jig that will run off of 12 volts yet slide right into the handle of the old tools. If that works out then running out of fresh batteries wouldn't be so bad.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 15, 2024, 06:12:04 PM
Lookin' mighty good George!  -- Makita was ahead of the curve back then, and the longevity of their tools from that era proves the point.
I had a big dinosaur of an 198v Makita drill that was given to me, about 15 years old when I acquired it and got about 10 more years out of it before the switch died.
The original battery still worked, it didn't hold too much of a charge though.
If that drill hadn't been a huge unwieldy beast I would have replaced the switch and figure something out for the battery,  because it was absolutely a solid well made tool.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 16, 2024, 04:09:41 PM
I won these long flex DBE ratcheting wrenches from a YouTube channel I subscribe to.
Sadly the box was damaged and the smallest one was lost in transit, but I'd probably never use the 6mm×7mm and they were free so I can't complain.
(https://i.postimg.cc/c1BvbwSw/20240216-140055.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/c661KK6L)
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on February 16, 2024, 05:28:00 PM
Nice set! Congratulations --

Are they spline drive? I have some sets from Sunex that look similar, but are spine drive. They sure come in handy when working on suspensions and transverse engine pulleys.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 16, 2024, 07:13:53 PM
Nice set! Congratulations --

Are they spline drive? I have some sets from Sunex that look similar, but are spine drive. They sure come in handy when working on suspensions and transverse engine pulleys.
They're just standard 12pt.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on February 16, 2024, 07:36:09 PM
Count me envious! I have wanted a set like those since GF showed his set years ago! Congrats 👏
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on February 16, 2024, 09:29:25 PM
Count me envious! I have wanted a set like those since GF showed his set years ago! Congrats 👏
The craziest part is that I wasn't really formally entered or anything.
He reviews tools and has apparently been doing giveaways for the excess wrench sets he doesn't need, being a commenter/ subscriber I was automatically eligible and won.

I don't even have a proper set of metric combo wrenches yet ( my DOE's have gotten the job done ) , so I accepted these to help decide if I actually need ratcheting wrenches.
I prefer American made but if I find the need I'll go for some ratcheting wrenches which would have to be Taiwanese, If I find that I don't I'll go WRIGHT tool or vintage /Ebay for some regular metric combos.


Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 24, 2024, 10:35:52 PM
Finally snagged the Makita impact wrench. Disassembled, clean and lubed, ready to go. Need to grab a set of impact sockets, then give it a workout. Never having had an impact wrench before I don't know what to look for, but it should prove useful on bicycles, lawn mowers, and garden equipment.
Should also work with my newly crafted car charger to stick battery adapter.   :great:
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: skfarmer on February 24, 2024, 11:15:10 PM
that is cool! i cannot say i have ever seen one of them before!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: Uncle Buck on February 24, 2024, 11:54:17 PM
That is a new one on me too! I use to have one of those drills myself! Had I known about those I likely would have bought one myself back then!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 25, 2024, 10:13:20 AM
that is cool! i cannot say i have ever seen one of them before!

Me too!
Totally unbeknownst to me at the time of my original drill purchase, Makita made a whole line of 9.6 volt tools. I think I saw a leaf blower model. That would be cool!

I'm trying to put together a comprehensive list with as much info as I can. Being an obsolete and discontinued line info is a bit scarce.
 
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: bonneyman on February 25, 2024, 10:18:21 AM
Just an FYI, but somebody on Ebay is offering new-in-box impact wrenches for $80 plus shipping. Most of the internal parts are getting hard to find (so, repairs are next to impossible), but someone who really wants to try it out has this option.

https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p4432023.m570.l1313&_nkw=makita+6900D+impact&_sacat=0
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 07, 2024, 03:48:06 PM
I was at HD buying some sanding disks and found this Ryobi work light for $30.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Y9Q0qX8j/20240307-133455.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/5YNbsShM)
After some testing I'm not particularly impressed with it.
280 lumens is adequate and a max 22hour runtime is good, but the led and beam quality aren't great and i think I'd rather have more flood than spot.
I was expecting more of a work light not an oversized flashlight that falls short of even the AAA flashlight in my pocket.
Maybe in time It'll prove to be just fine, but I have so many good quality flashlights and this just doesn't compare to them.
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on March 07, 2024, 09:16:28 PM
Found this great bore brush set on Amazon for $20. Steel, Brass, and Plastic brushes make cleaning caliper slide bolt bores a breeze to service. My old set was pretty worn out and many pieces were already discarded over the years.

The wife's Traverse needs new brakes and this will do just fine.

PS  -- I have no idea why the pic is rotated. The original image is correct, but the uploaded image posts as rotated --- weird!!
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: muddy on March 07, 2024, 09:52:16 PM
Found this great bore brush set on Amazon for $20. Steel, Brass, and Plastic brushes make cleaning caliper slide bolt bores a breeze to service. My old set was pretty worn out and many pieces were already discarded over the years.

The wife's Traverse needs new brakes and this will do just fine.

PS  -- I have no idea why the pic is rotated. The original image is correct, but the uploaded image posts as rotated --- weird!!
Great looking kit Ray! Have a link for that one?

Sent from my twisted mind of the mudman

Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: goodfellow on March 08, 2024, 05:50:41 AM
Found this great bore brush set on Amazon for $20. Steel, Brass, and Plastic brushes make cleaning caliper slide bolt bores a breeze to service. My old set was pretty worn out and many pieces were already discarded over the years.

The wife's Traverse needs new brakes and this will do just fine.

PS  -- I have no idea why the pic is rotated. The original image is correct, but the uploaded image posts as rotated --- weird!!
Great looking kit Ray! Have a link for that one?

Sent from my twisted mind of the mudman



Here you go Tim -

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C49GWHP1?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Title: Re: Post all of your latest tool buys here
Post by: hickory n Steel on March 23, 2024, 05:37:54 PM
I went to HF after work today and bought the USG 15"  end cabinet which I wanted to mount onto the side of my 5 drawer cart.
(https://i.postimg.cc/Ssc62kXv/20240323-133546.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/wyTynKQX)
(https://i.postimg.cc/mrzN4QTR/20240323-151333.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/mc4FN1c6)
I wanted the orange one but they only had black and I don't go there very often so I just bought the black one.

If you were okay with it sticking out the front you'd only need to cut one notch for the front corner of the lid, but since I wanted the front even it required a notch at the very front corner and I had to cut off a section of the lip in back to clear the lid ( not necessary if you removed then reattached the lid )
(https://i.postimg.cc/jd4M3QSF/20240323-151639.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/ykWhkR9m)
(https://i.postimg.cc/br8Q1WkN/20240323-151651.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/r0n0khfv)

I also took the stupid plastic latches out be they're very hard to operate and make the drawers extremely difficult to open, thankfully they just pop right out.
(https://i.postimg.cc/LXFfMwyB/20240323-151408.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/DW5mrj38)