Tools of Japan

[cosmik binturong]

Does anyone know if Ko-ken and Hexa have anything to do with each other. Are they like a Tawain subsidiary company like Bluepoint is to Snap-on?

nope. nothing. nada. niet.

Their logos are extremely similar, like copyright infringing similar. Are they Ko-ken knock-offs?

Sorry if this GIF causes anyone a seizure but I thought it was the best way to compare the logos.

Seems like they copied a lot of the logo design lines.

seems to me that the copying was a profitable investment for them seeing that you bought the socket set thinking it was Ko-ken...



edit: hope you didn't pay Ko-ken price for those, or, at least, no more than Hecho en Mexico Ko-ken!

 

[michael murder]

hope you didn't pay Ko-ken price for those, or, at least, no more than Hecho en Mexico Ko-ken!

I picked them up pretty cheap, which probably should have been my first clue.

 

[Champo]

My only Japanese made tools:

Mitutoyo digimatic calipers, olfa knife and my new seiko watch!

 

[dede2897234]

My recent purchases from eBay ("datsun-kentigo" store):

*** Attention all Japanese tool fanatics: "Datsun-Kentigo" has restocked his eBay store with NEW Ko-ken and KTC tools. READY...GET SET...SHOP!!! LOL ***

Ko-ken AN112A Attack Driver Set (1/2" Drive)









Ko-ken 14770 Impact Universal Joint (1/2" Drive; Up to 60 Degrees Working Angle)







Ko-ken 5/16" Shank Impact Bits (Phillips 1, 3, 4; Flat 8, 10, 14; Torx T30, 40, 45, 50)



Free Ko-ken Toolbox Stickers (Included Multiples of Each)



Mexican Ko-ken Importer's Info (Explains Partially Why "Datsun-Kentigo's" Prices Are Great)




Dave

 

[nowlan]

I only just noticed that amazon are selling koken. Items older than 90 days, so im just slow. Not sure how the prices compare to rakutan. They appear to ship from japan.

 

[ricleh]

Those prices are insanely high.

 

[north]

The Zeal set wasn't so bad and shipping is of course a factor but some of those Amazon prices were out of bizarro world. Best shop around.

 

[franzdom]

Recent scores from Frank's Tools & Level Chrome

 

[dede2897234]

Recent scores from Frank's Tools & Level Chrome

Franzdom,

What is the name and purpose of the red, square steel tool in the upper right corner of the first picture?


Thanks,

Dave

 

[north]

Recent scores from Frank's Tools & Level Chrome

*snip*

Nice haul. Those screw pliers are awesome. They really bite. What's that socket? Looks all satin finish.

 

[franzdom]

Franzdom,

What is the name and purpose of the red, square steel tool in the upper right corner of the first picture?


Thanks,

Dave

Oh this is actually not Japanese, it is a power steering hose release for BMW.

Nice haul. Those screw pliers are awesome. They really bite. What's that socket? Looks all satin finish.

The socket is a 19mm lug socket actually made of Aluminum.

 

[Van Steele]

Fujiya snap ring pliers with interchangeable tips and a 64mm 14-sides oil filter wrench, both KTC.

 

[michael murder]

I went a little Tone tool crazy last weekend. A guy was having what appeared to be an NOS tool sale and I got some great deals!

I am pleased with all these tools with the exception of the ratchet that came with the 1/2" set. It's super sloppy with only a 20 tooth count. But those screwdrivers are built for abuse, of which they will see plenty.

 

[Dave455]

A mate of mine bought some of those square shafted Tone drivers years ago here in the U.K. He only bought 'em because they were cheap but they were quite good quality! I'd get a set if I saw 'em again!

 

[gbh]

Bought this today for about $15.

 

[mercucho]

Anex impact screwdrivers:

 

[mercucho]

Very nice tools from Tone.

 

[mercucho]

Mmmmmm... Vessel Megadora...

 

[mercucho]

New toys from Japan:

 

[Qualitytools]

I just received these, purchased from Rakuten

 

[Qualitytools]

Oh this is actually not Japanese, it is a power steering hose release for BMW.



The socket is a 19mm lug socket actually made of Aluminum.

I have the same red square power steering hose release tool that I use on my E46 BMW, picked mine up from FCP Euro for $13

 

[franzdom]

I have the same red square power steering hose release tool that I use on my E46 BMW, picked mine up from FCP Euro for $13

That's me exactly!

 

[J.A.Varela]

Mega Dora ! That's a screwdriver. Nice.

 

[J.A.Varela]

this little reddish screwie followed me home from a bin where i dumped some rotten plywood:

the Stahlwille PH1 is there 'cause i had used it a few minutes before to unscrew the soon to be binned old plywood panels...

sorry, japanese text is shown aussie-style in the frist pic...

here it is in a more Northern Hemisphere-correct position(still SFW though, albeit with his? her? hole showin' ):

yes, it does indeed say "Makita" on the handle!

(and 10000V on the other side but i won't test it, no way! )

Looks like a division of Pearl Harbor Freight

 

[dede2897234]

New toys from Japan:

mercucho,

Do you know what equivalent sizes the Phillips #3/0 and #4/0 are supposed to be in the above Engineer set?

Is one of the sizes a Phillips #000?


Thanks,


Dave

 

[PBCampbell]

3/0 = 000, 4/0 = 0000

 

[Van Steele]

Fuller long needle-nose pliers

 

[gbh]

Mecucho, you're going to like those engineer scissors. I have the same pair and use them for just about everything including cutting up chicken jerky to add to my dog's food every night. Great scissors!

 

[Lexus]

Thanks fo this post!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My recent purchases from eBay ("datsun-kentigo" store):

*** Attention all Japanese tool fanatics: "Datsun-Kentigo" has restocked his eBay store with NEW Ko-ken and KTC tools. READY...GET SET...SHOP!!! LOL ***

Ko-ken AN112A Attack Driver Set (1/2" Drive)









Ko-ken 14770 Impact Universal Joint (1/2" Drive; Up to 60 Degrees Working Angle)







Ko-ken 5/16" Shank Impact Bits (Phillips 1, 3, 4; Flat 8, 10, 14; Torx T30, 40, 45, 50)



Free Ko-ken Toolbox Stickers (Included Multiples of Each)



Mexican Ko-ken Importer's Info (Explains Partially Why "Datsun-Kentigo's" Prices Are Great)




Dave

 

[Lexus]

Just an update on the use of Ko-Ken zeal ratchets, still working PERFECTLY!!! My favorite ratchets hands down. The sockets are awesome too!

 

[Lexus]

New arrival from Franks Tools:

Koken Zeal 3/8 Ratchet:

 

[Crown Imperial]

I have to say that although I do like my zeal 3/8", I don't necessarily think that it's fantastic. I think the reversible lever is too close to the edge of the head. I have often pushed it out of position with my thumb when I am quickly oscillating it while grabbing it by the head with one hand.

 

[franzdom]

Got a big order from Franks Tools today < Kirin Ichiban beer

 

[Lexus]

Very nice!! I think I should have a shipment from Frank today, or tomorrow.

 

[game]

Fuller long needle-nose pliers

Hi. Saw some of these on evilbay. Are they any good?

 

[Van Steele]

Hi. Saw some of these on evilbay. Are they any good?

They are very well made. Most likely manufactured by Maruto Hasegawa - aka Keiba. Fuller seems to have had a quite long relationship with them.

 

[Lexus]

From FranksTools:

 

[mercucho]

Hozan P-743 crimping tool (for insulated terminals). An excellent tool for crimping electrical terminals.

 

[espyking83]

From FranksTools:

How long did shipping take from Franks?

 

[mercucho]

Got a big order from Franks Tools today < Kirin Ichiban beer

Very nice ratchet!

I have requested this kit. I hope you come soon: