gjusername
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Where can I find the best black friday deals on koken tools?
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HannibalLecter
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In amazon jp
Japan doesn't do Black Friday fwiw. So any "Black Friday" deals would have to be found on American etailers.
HannibalLecter
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No need for black Friday in amazon japan. If they have the item you want, it will have the best price.
On your home planet of Uranus there are no Koken deals.
But on planet Earth watch for good deals from DRPD, Palmac, Zoro, Koken-USA, and Amazon.
Jackmugen02
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Palmac will probably have a 10% off code around black Friday, like they always do.
From the recent Ko-Ken USA newsletter:
Pre-sale link: https://kokenusa.com/collections/bl...eoQ&utm_content=282746479&utm_source=hs_email
Browens
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The problem with Amazon.jp these days is that their assortment is pretty limited For US shoppers. DRPD will generally have the best discounted price (retail - % off) with a good assortment. Koken USA will have the best assortment and good discount but their retail prices generally start off a little higher.
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I see. I'm in Europe, so I don't have that problem
rick carpenter
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After @HannibalLecter showed his Kai 5165 scissors that were not made in Japan, I decided to go with the SCS-1 Olfas (I mistakenly called them SCS-4 at first). I got these in today and they make just the loveliest snip! sound when cutting. I have 7" Olfas at work which I've liked so well that I bought my boss a pair for her birthday yesterday.
One thing I guess I don't understand is why they are "5 inch" scissors yet the OAL is ~5-1/2".
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After @HannibalLecter showed his Kai 5165 scissors that were not made in Japan, I decided to go with the SCS-1 Olfas (I mistakenly called them SCS-4 at first). I got these in today and they make just the loveliest snip! sound when cutting. I have 7" Olfas at work which I've liked so well that I bought my boss a pair for her birthday yesterday.
One thing I guess I don't understand is why they are "5 inch" scissors yet the OAL is ~5-1/2".
They're made in Japan. Those are metric inches!
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Maybe not quite a tool, but I love my "Power Ace" work boots with safety toe. They almost remind me of a climbing shoe. Really great traction and feel. Great for climbing on scaffolding and ladders or working on slick surfaces like metal roofs. Velcro tabs for easy on and off. Some might call these "Tabi" boots, but a traditional Tabi boot has the split toe design. The one criticism someone might have, is they're very flat footed.
Looks like Ninja boots!Maybe not quite a tool, but I love my "Power Ace" work boots with safety toe. They almost remind me of a climbing shoe. Really great traction and feel. Great for climbing on scaffolding and ladders or working on slick surfaces like metal roofs. Velcro tabs for easy on and off. Some might call these "Tabi" boots, but a traditional Tabi boot has the split toe design. The one criticism someone might have, is they're very flat footed.
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Maybe not quite a tool, but I love my "Power Ace" work boots with safety toe. They almost remind me of a climbing shoe. Really great traction and feel. Great for climbing on scaffolding and ladders or working on slick surfaces like metal roofs. Velcro tabs for easy on and off. Some might call these "Tabi" boots, but a traditional Tabi boot has the split toe design. The one criticism someone might have, is they're very flat footed.
You shoulda shaved them stems for us before your foot selfie! Didn’t know I’d have to scroll down through the Amazon before seein’ those footsies!
bongkar_YES_pasang_NO
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BackRoadGTO
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Amazon JP has really opened up over the past couple days on items available to ship to the US, they've been adding new stuff every day. I had a few things in my cart that haven't been available for over a year that I was finally able to get today.
kyrbz
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mobiledynamics
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I need strength to just say NO. I have a shopping cart of way too many various KTC trim pry clip bars , some in a neat offset, and since I had the dang cart, I added the KTC plastic pliers
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Kaffeetanne
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Got this New Old Stock Fujiya 20S flush cutter recently. That little guy is just 125mm/5" and perfect for zip ties.
HannibalLecter
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The ktc pry clip bars, pliers and levers are freaking expensive. Try some anex
Dave455
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They are!
But, I think they are about the best out there - certainly the most suited to the vehicles I work on, and (where I’m located) they are a fraction of the cost of Snap On.
Some of the KTC are unique patterns that I don’t see elsewhere.
I’ve even got used to the pink handles! (Actually, I totally understand this - on a bench full of tools the last thing you want is every handle the same colour).
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Id consider them far better and quirkier than snap on. Also I dig the handles. However, anex are maybe half the price, even more styles and also they are shrink wrapped in the stem, to not marr the plastic. Also, made in JapanThey are!
But, I think they are about the best out there - certainly the most suited to the vehicles I work on, and (where I’m located) they are a fraction of the cost of Snap On.
Some of the KTC are unique patterns that I don’t see elsewhere.
I’ve even got used to the pink handles! (Actually, I totally understand this - on a bench full of tools the last thing you want is every handle the same colour).
Yes, the KTC clip tools can be a bit pricy. That said, I much prefer their handles over Anex, YMMV.
I really like my Sunflag, but the other two brands offer a much larger assortment of lengths and shapes if you need that.
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I really like my Sunflag, but the other two brands offer a much larger assortment of lengths and shapes if you need that.
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Some new goodies I got this weekend, I have a bunch of Japanese sockets. Sledge hammer and I think they call these duck billed seamers no mfg stamping.
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Dave455
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Yes, the Snap On tool is nicely made, and very strong, but I find the tip a little blunt. The KTC are about right.Id consider them far better and quirkier than snap on. Also I dig the handles. However, anex are maybe half the price, even more styles and also they are shrink wrapped in the stem, to not marr the plastic. Also, made in Japan
I do like the look of the Anex, but I think I would need to buy direct from Japan, which might negate the cost savings.
Trim clip tools are a bit like screwdrivers though, in that I don’t think you can have too many options!
kyrbz
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You might be out of luck, I did a little digging on Japanese shoe sites and typically the largest boot sizes I see is 11.5
Fedwrench
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Talk to me about the Ko-Ken handle, is it mushy? are all of those dots soft? have you gotten brake clean on it?Koken also makes some nice clip tools. Part # 169-6 and 169-10.
My favorite trim tools are these PB Swiss versions: https://drpd.cc/tool-shop/miscellan...m_term=4586681478833330&utm_content=Catch All
In keeping with the tools of Japan thread i also like these Vessels. I wish they made a long one though.
Vessel 970CR2SC MEGADORA Clip Remover 2PC. Set
Buy Vessel 970CR2SC MEGADORA Clip Remover 2PC. Set with an everyday low price and fast shipping! JB Tools
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HannibalLecter
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The Koken handle is really nice to the touch, soft, but not too soft, except for the bubble like bits. Also, has thumb rests. It is definitely on the large side I would say. I decided to go with anex regarding the trim tools because they have the biggest variety. I will eventually try the trim removal pliers from KTC though. Too interesting to pass.
bongkar_YES_pasang_NO
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is there any japanese non ratcheting t handle bit holder like on this picture by Reed Prince?
somehow I don't really like ratcheting mechanism on screwdriver, as screw have less grip than bolt or nut on initial tightening.
t-handle feels to offer more torque on final tightening also free turn on loosening.
there are t-handle with its bit, but I'd like one without , so I can interchange bits
somehow I don't really like ratcheting mechanism on screwdriver, as screw have less grip than bolt or nut on initial tightening.
t-handle feels to offer more torque on final tightening also free turn on loosening.
there are t-handle with its bit, but I'd like one without , so I can interchange bits
mobiledynamics
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While I should be spending top dollar on picks as they often get trashed and replaced....so tell me, while I'm JP shopping, which picks to look it.
is there any japanese non ratcheting t handle bit holder like on this picture by Reed Prince?
somehow I don't really like ratcheting mechanism on screwdriver, as screw have less grip than bolt or nut on initial tightening.
t-handle feels to offer more torque on final tightening also free turn on loosening.
there are t-handle with its bit, but I'd like one without , so I can interchange bits
I don't know of one Made in Japan, but if Made in Germany is OK you might consider the Wiha: https://www.wihatools.com/products/t-hndle-1-4x150mm-bitholders
It's a well-made tool, and I like being able to store a second bit in the handle, or get extra leverage.
Anex is the ones I have and I consider them to be excellent.Id consider them far better and quirkier than snap on. Also I dig the handles. However, anex are maybe half the price, even more styles and also they are shrink wrapped in the stem, to not marr the plastic. Also, made in Japan
The handles are soft touch but not mushy. The dots are soft and seem to help with grip. It's a funky looking design but they feel great in the hand. Although if you plan to get them really grimy I would probably recommend a hard handle.
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Adding another Japanese tool, Koken attack driver.
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I was just looking at that and vessell equivalent. Was leaning on the Vessel.
Both I wanted just all metal as I find that those rubber'ish types on the handles get dry rot over time.....
Both I wanted just all metal as I find that those rubber'ish types on the handles get dry rot over time.....
Dave455
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I have the KoKen and the Vessel. Admittedly the Vessel is an older tool, but I don’t think they have changed much. The KoKen is the superior tool by far.
The rubber handle is optional on the Attack Driver. I have the 4122N without the rubber.
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What are some must HAVE Koken.
The only Koken I have is a full suite of Zeal sockets including their sparks.
I liked the Zeals rails so much that came with my sockets , I did order a bunch as well to replace my existing rails
The only Koken I have is a full suite of Zeal sockets including their sparks.
I liked the Zeals rails so much that came with my sockets , I did order a bunch as well to replace my existing rails