Odd tools you never heard of that you find browsing online and then want
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The froe has a pretty wide cutting area, which makes them useful for shingles and the like. Also the cutting edge is on the top of the blade, so they have lots of leverage when you get half way through a piece and twist the handle
What dscheidt said plus you place it on top of the piece you're splitting and whack it with something else - so you hit precisely where you want.
Because it's so wide, you can continue driving it through a log by wacking the protruding end, or pull back on the handle to split something with leverage (and follow the grain).
You're also not swinging the blade part, so it's safer than an axe.
It's intended as a rough, often greenwood working tool, but has a place as an axe alternative too.
RTM
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The froe is not meant for splitting firewood rounds. It is made for things like shingles, where you want a thin bit split off when you are done. You only get like 1/4" of split with the froe, vs the 2-1/2" of a maul. The control from the handle is great. Not sure what @dscheidt meant by this tho.
Twisting (pulling to one side of the flat blade) will help pop the shingle off. (If you are a real manly man, you might be able to rotationally twist it, but way over my skill set.)
I have 2, one very vintage, one newer. It was recommended to me to use a heavy tree branch or root ball as the whacking tool, as the thin upper edge of the froe if very hard on hammers, wood etc. One of my buddies uses a tree branch about 6" in diameter, turned down to hand sized after about 8".
Also, there is a user made jig called a Froe Break (I think), that contains your stump from wandering as you whack on the froe. I have never made one, or seen one in real life. Saw one in a pic, was a notched stump.
RTM
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For normal use, these are fantastic. I have a pair in my travel kit, and in my backpack that goes to work. Back when I was woodworking every weekend, I'd spend Monday morning pulling splinters out of my hands.
I have a couple other pairs for more precise work, but these, with a pocket knife to break the skin, will get out 95% of my slivers.
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Microjig Grripper
My carpentry and woodworking is all pretty much self taught. Trough YouTube, forums and some advice from friends and family. Anyway, I bumped into this tool somewhere on-line maybe shopping or a recommendation on a forum, YouTube, somewhere. I am sure I watched the advertising video at the time. I could see the utility in the thing but balked at the price.$60 then, still $60 now...at least today. The more I watched the video on the thing, the more convinced I became. Ended up buying a pair. This is a tool worth having.
Microjig Grripper
My carpentry and woodworking is all pretty much self taught. Trough YouTube, forums and some advice from friends and family. Anyway, I bumped into this tool somewhere on-line maybe shopping or a recommendation on a forum, YouTube, somewhere. I am sure I watched the advertising video at the time. I could see the utility in the thing but balked at the price.$60 then, still $60 now...at least today. The more I watched the video on the thing, the more convinced I became. Ended up buying a pair. This is a tool worth having.
LeeG
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+1 on these. I use them on just about every rip and dado cut on my table saw. They are also very handy on the router table.
Lee
I use push sticks or push blocks on most table saw cuts. I was using this today cutting some narrow strips and for some reason when I bought the things popped into my head. Some will surely point to the safety of the things as the major selling point or reason to own them and they wouldn't be wrong. But, adding the capability and confidence to make narrow strips is just as strong a reason to own them.
four.cycle
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^ You would not use a froe for splitting firewood - that's what axes and mauls are for.
Froes are used for cutting shakes/shingles. Interesting process. After you've blown through two or three shake bolts you get the hang of it.
Don't strike the back edge of the froe with a steel hammer. Find a piece of hardwood and make a mallet. I made my first one out of a piece of pear wood. After it went to pieces Dave made me one out of English Laurel - it's the big one in the photo - too damn pretty to use, though - I found a chunk of Black Locust to use instead.
Froes are used for cutting shakes/shingles. Interesting process. After you've blown through two or three shake bolts you get the hang of it.
Don't strike the back edge of the froe with a steel hammer. Find a piece of hardwood and make a mallet. I made my first one out of a piece of pear wood. After it went to pieces Dave made me one out of English Laurel - it's the big one in the photo - too damn pretty to use, though - I found a chunk of Black Locust to use instead.
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jeepinerdeep
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I feel so compelled to order a pack of these, but am really struggling to imagine it in use without the swiveling action of the dedicated deburring tool. Anyone have a thought?A couple I've come across:
Gedore E-8730 - deburrer to fit a 1/4" bit handle
https://www.kctool.com/gedore-e-8730-deburrer-bit-1-4-hex/
I think it would work best if you have a ratcheting bit driver that spins freely in some lever position.
The gedore e-8730 I have, the knife swivels in de bit , you only need a good bit retention holder so you don’t pull it out to easy
so it’s working perfect with a fixed holder , even less with a ratchet driver
RichieP_MechE
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It swivels like a normal deburring tool
rslaback
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Bought this. Changed my plastic repairs forever.
Seriously considering this. Seems like a great solution to the stupid *** 5.3L vertical oil filter.
Seriously considering this. Seems like a great solution to the stupid *** 5.3L vertical oil filter.
Bought this. Changed my plastic repairs forever.
Seriously considering this. Seems like a great solution to the stupid *** 5.3L vertical oil filter.
Cool stuff. Do you have a link for the plastic repair kit?
Mike
rslaback
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This is the one I bought according to Amazon. It isn't available anymore but I think all of them are pretty much the same. It shows options on the bottom of the listing page for like products. Mine is an H50 which I believe is the 50 watt option and it has been more than enough heat for my repairs. I'm guessing all the higher wattage ones are specification inflation.
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jeepinerdeep
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Well, that certainly fixes the confusion.
I just grabbed these two from Daggertools.comPlug weld pliers:
I want to try out this magnetic version next:
Stronghands AGK320 Plug Weld Magnet for Spot Welds and Seam Welding
Need help with a copper backed plug welding tool for automotive body panels? Dagger Tools has the latest products on the market, competitive pricing, from a trusted online seller!
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and this one for **** welding seams...
https://www.daggertools.com/m5/DT-T...-style-tool-for-sheet-metal-****-welding.html
This thread continues to cost me money
Shocker
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I have the Vaughn Rage 15" demo tool. Kinda like the FuBar. Works great. I demo'd a room with it.
Vaughan Rage 15 in. Demolition Multi-Utility Bar 050042 - The Home Depot
The Vaughan Rage Demolition MultiUtility Bar features a nickel-plated finish for long-lasting performance. It is designed to minimize the marring of wood surfaces and sets 4d and 6d finishing nails.
www.homedepot.com
Yeah, I'm spending next month's lunch allowance.This thread continues to cost me money
I have the Vaughn Rage 15" demo tool. Kinda like the FuBar. Works great. I demo'd a room with it.
Vaughan Rage 15 in. Demolition Multi-Utility Bar 050042 - The Home Depot
The Vaughan Rage Demolition MultiUtility Bar features a nickel-plated finish for long-lasting performance. It is designed to minimize the marring of wood surfaces and sets 4d and 6d finishing nails.www.homedepot.com
Wow, I read that too fast. Thought you said: "Wish I had a room to demo with it..."
Mike
Was surfing YouTube (for chainsaw repairs!), and a random video showed up in my feed, featuring how to use this thing...
Extech 40180 Tone Generator and Amplifier Probe Circuit Finder Kit
So, not only do I now want to buy this tool, but the first thing I thought of was this GJ thread!!!
Mike
Extech 40180 Tone Generator and Amplifier Probe Circuit Finder Kit
So, not only do I now want to buy this tool, but the first thing I thought of was this GJ thread!!!
Mike
For me, it's every time I look online and find something I didn't know existed but want immediately...whether I need it or not...
Ole Slewfoot
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"door buzzer sanity tool"
rslaback
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Saw these Noga countersink tools on a Blondihacks video and had to have them. Based on the cost of a single one I had to go with the set of 3 different sizes.
Noga RC3300 Reversible Countersink Set | eBay
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Noga RC3300 Reversible Countersink Set at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!
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First manual ratchet with impact wrench "hooga dooga" sounds. Great for confusing your boss.
AOK professional speed ratchet, speed ratchet with 3/8
Order the AOK professional speed ratchet, speed ratchet with 3/8 at Toolsidee. In stock! delivery 1-2 working days. Toolsidee: For all your professional tools.toolsidee.ie
However it's too heavy for me so I don't actually use it very often.
For me it was the spin tools Swaging set. It makes installing copper tubing so much easier. No need to use couplings, and reduces the amount of possible leak points.
Spin S6000 6-Piece Drill Bit Swaging Tool Set 1/4, 3/8, 1/2, 5/8, 3/4, 7/8-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B082MPZZSN/?tag=atomicindus08-20
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The ones with the rotary handles (Facom/USAG, Stanley, Proxxon etc.) have been out for ages and do the same job at the same speed, except they actually last and can be used in tight spaces as well. This is a toy in comparison.
AOK professional speed ratchet, speed ratchet with 3/8
Order the AOK professional speed ratchet, speed ratchet with 3/8 at Toolsidee. In stock! delivery 1-2 working days. Toolsidee: For all your professional tools.
However it's too heavy for me so I don't actually use it very often.
To add to the topic: a little lifting device I'd like to get my hands on that works like a ratcheting clamp but it costs like 200 €. I have a Danish made inflatable cushion that can lift up to 250 kg but it takes forever to inflate. Here it is in action:
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Been waiting to pull the plug on a Proxxon for a while. Such a neat simple solution to the fine tooth count issue.
whitesco
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danski0224
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I could have used one of those Viking Arms the other day.
ex-x-fire
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I actually found one for 140 € + shipping and ordered it. Will have pics probably next weekend.
danski0224
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That Amazon place has them for $205.
Doesn't seem too bad, and the tool is rated for 300 pounds.
I wonder if the euro pricing and dollar pricing is the same number but different currency. Canon seems to do that.
Doesn't seem too bad, and the tool is rated for 300 pounds.
I wonder if the euro pricing and dollar pricing is the same number but different currency. Canon seems to do that.
I have the stubby version but I rarely ever need it. My pressure washer and my bicycle's tail lamp are the only things I might need it for. It's optional for the pressure washer's oil level cap since I can turn it by hand, but it's easier with the coin driver.
MattGarage
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Jawhorse. There are a couple knockoffs but I shall have a real one at some point when that annointed one on CL or FB posts it 
Tools which I could kick my own **** for not getting earlier:
* Carpenter square
* Combination square
* Nice vernier caliper (fully manual)
* Wobble extensions
* Workmate
Tools which I could kick my own **** for not getting earlier:
* Carpenter square
* Combination square
* Nice vernier caliper (fully manual)
* Wobble extensions
* Workmate