Epstein's Day, July 4, 2014

[gsingh]

Someone from HJE left me a message on my phone today and emailed me to let me know that my order might take to while to ship out. This is because Wright was a bit slow at shipping. NEVER EVER had a company call me to let me know that.

I will definitely be buying from HJE again.

 

[Squankum]

No, I'm not your fairy godmotha, and I got a message for you from Kansas City: it's a crowbar to yer face!

 

[ADSR]

^^^ That's great!

 

[jeffmoss26]

Here is my haul!
Ordered a pair of Channellock 449, Peer Supreme Tweezers, Wright Grip 7/16 wrench, 2 HJE shirts (one for a coworker)
Bonus items: Wright t-shirt, sticker, screwdriver; Channellock t-shirt and screwdriver, sharpening stone, brass tag with my name on it

 

[NotEnough]

UPS man showed up after dinner.

Got a DSLR (gift from the wife) and I'm going to Destin in a couple of weeks so the art was spot on!

They were out of one of the thread files. I think I got the CL linesman as a consolation / upgrade.

Got the free puck, Wright screwdriver, and CL/Wright stickers. And the cool print. And my now favorite t-shirt: Armstrong/HJE shirt!!

Need to slowly add some more combo wrenches and the 1/2 Armstrong is a nice upgrade from my CMRP.

I'm feeling a bit sad b/c I didn't get a cool brass tag

HJE Day is always a fun way for all of us to celebrate our nation's birthday and to support some great companies.

 

[Askme42]

For my order. A few Nicholson USA files I found the last few days thrown in the pic also.

 

[Askme42]

Dang it wrong pic.

 

[Jawn]

Nice ratcheting wrenches. I have the double box versions. Very nice!

 

[txbonds]

Alright I can't stand it any longer. I want my shipping notice and my stuff. You guys are killing me.

 

[Travisnd]

WOW!! To my surprise I came home from a long day and a package was in my mail box. I didn't get a shipping notice so I was very pleasantly surprised!



My modest order of Channellock 436's(love the damn pouches!!!!), Wright 3430 ratchet (which I sticks a lot, but a very cool ratchet!), and 2 Elkind Hex Balldrivers...plus goodies that include a very cool tag, Channellock and Wright tshirts, Channellock E326's which are very cool a Channellock sticker and the sharpening puck!!

Another AWESOME Epstein Day in the books. Thanks to Jori and the HJE team for doing this. I know after last year I made many Channellock purchases from HJE throughout the year, hopefully many other will do the same this year!

 

[owenst7]

Did you guys give them your shirt sizes or is it just random?

 

[Travisnd]

I gave them shirt size just in case, you never know what you might get surprised with

 

[Squankum]

I like the looks of these Channellocks with the thick grips! I've got that one two of my Knipexes (needle nose, linesman) and I love it! Then again, I've got big hands.

 

[Askme42]

I like the looks of these Channellocks with the thick grips! I've got that one two of my Knipexes (needle nose, linesman) and I love it! Then again, I've got big hands.

Yeah I am very happy that I got a free pair but man held them in my hand about 10 seconds and now I might have to replace all my old plain blue handle ones.

 

[Flatintoone]

It's here! It's here!

OK, it was a small order, but the bonuses were perfect:

Ordered the Channellock and Wilde slip-joints. Sounds like I ought to have gone for the flush-joint Wildes. Anyway, the sharpening stone, CL bell, and tag are great. I LOVE the stickers and the Wilde hat!

I've been thinking about other stuff I should have ordered, and might have to place another order in the near future!

 

[cagullett1]

Just arrived!!! Thanks HJE ! First Armstrong Tool , Really digging it now I have to pick up the additional sizes!

What size drive is that Armstrong ratchet? Is the Wright (assuming its the 3490) comparable in quality?

 

[toolmutt]

I didn't know Channellock made cowbells. Bessie may get a new blue necklace.

 

[bullitt67]

What size drive is that Armstrong ratchet? Is the Wright (assuming its the 3490) comparable in quality?

The Armstrong ratchet is 1/4 drive. The Wright ratchet is the 3430 which is as you probably know the 3/8 drive in the 1/4 handle. The head on the Wright ratchet has a little more play in it, in my opinion the Armstrong ratchet is superior, although I do not own any other of the above listed ratchets to conduct a further comparison. Hope this helps. Mike

 

[jeffmoss26]

Flat, is that a Channellock cowbell?!

 

[jsackin]

I'm feeling a bit sad b/c I didn't get a cool brass tag

HJE Day is always a fun way for all of us to celebrate our nation's birthday and to support some great companies.

Undoubtedly there are going to be some orders where we forget to include one thing or another. If that's the case, just let us know.

Also, you might really check around in that box to see if it didn't slip in a crack or something. Sometimes they are good at hiding.


thanks

Jori
HJE

 

[cagullett1]

The Armstrong ratchet is 1/4 drive. The Wright ratchet is the 3430 which is as you probably know the 3/8 drive in the 1/4 handle. The head on the Wright ratchet has a little more play in it, in my opinion the Armstrong ratchet is superior, although I do not own any other of the above listed ratchets to conduct a further comparison. Hope this helps. Mike

Good to know. I was on the fence about both ratchets and decided to wait on them because I had already spent my budget this month. I already had a few other items that I planned to buy later, so I will add an Armstrong flex head to that list!

 

[Flatintoone]

Flat, is that a Channellock cowbell?!

Yes, it is!

 

[Travisnd]

Yes, it is!

Want to sell it??

 

[leftyz]

Well I just got a call from HJE, I guess I shouldn't have told all you guys how handy those general thread files are, because now they are out oh well, not like I really needed it.. Heck, not like I really even needed anything at all... lol

 

[Thegratenate]

If those Armstrong ratcheting wrenches are available in bigger sizes I'm gonna need pricing on a couple of singles.

 

[cptn_zippy]

Got my order today...picked up some giblets I've been meaning to purchase for a while now. But I think the brass tag is my favorite.

 

[loranger]

Box (padded envelope?) art: Gonna need that ice cream as we are officially hitting 100+ this weekend...



The loot:

 

[jakemac]

Box (padded envelope?) art: Gonna need that ice cream as we are officially hitting 100+ this weekend...

That poor wolf, now the whole world knows that he's only packing a Flat Rate between his legs.

 

[Askme42]

That poor wolf, now the whole world knows that he's only packing a Flat Rate between his legs.

Shower not a grower.

 

[McFarmer]

Got my order today...picked up some giblets I've been meaning to purchase for a while now. But I think the brass tag is my favorite.

You are going to love that 6" square. I got one a while back and don't know how I got along without it.

It works as a marking gauge, depth gauge, whatever. I keep it in my pocket all the time I'm in the shop.

 

[slickstysix]

Got mine today. I am thrilled at the quality of the Armstrong locking flex head ratchets. I got both the 1/2" and 3/8", now I need to find something to tear apart tomorrow to use them! The Armstrong shirt is top shelf quality MADE IN USA! Nice and thick. The brass tag is cool too! Wish I had known what the "box art" was all about, I could have come up with a real good one - there is always next year.
Thanx HJE for quality tools, decent prices and quick delivery. I'll be back!

 

[txbonds]

Got my tracking info today but won't get here till late next week. Can't wait.

Keep on sharing those pics as it's making the wait fun.

 

[SweetD]

Here's what the accompanying text states:

"* Psychic Caption: A game where a person draws a picture, then another person writes the caption without seeing the drawing. Psychic powers are used.

P.S. - sometimes it doesn't work"

Awesome!



Dave

 

[Bull]

I think "psychic caption" will be tried at my next social gathering!

 

[rsieracki]

....its like christmas all over again... or maybe chanukah

The PEC stuff is awesome i had ordered some before and HIGHLY reccomend it, this time i get a few squares etc for my buddy and i got the rest of the stuff for me .... expecially that geiger counter

 

[NoahG]

I guess I missed the memo about how we all had to order Channellock needle nose and a Wilde slip joint!

 

[BikerDad]

I got a confirmation email for my order. That's it. No mailing notice. No charge to my card. While I didn't expect to be one of the first to actually get my order, the current status is a bit worrisome. (In a "First World Problem" sort of way...)

 

[NotEnough]

Jori was right. I didn't see it during or after cutting off the art (lid of the box) and opening up the ends. I even checked the shirt. It must have been down in the bottom fold/flap of the box. I found it at the bottom of the recycle bin.

Yeah i got a tag!!

Thanks Jori and crew.

 

[heybret]

#27400 and long time HJE supporter with no idea how many tool box drawers Jori has filled for me. Couldn't be happier to support this business.

Thanks!

 

[ihateminimumwage]

That hat makes me even more frustrated I didn't have money for the HJE Day.