Tools of Japan

[Jim Diesel]

I haven't used either. How about an introduction?

 

[losvre]

I also have no experience with Japanese cutting pliers.

However when comparing with Knipex, it seems that their cutting capacity is much less with regards to max thickness they can cut and the material such as piano.

Cheers

 

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[WMS PERFORMANCE]

 

[losvre]

Cannot see images, do you?

 

[superautobacs]

The pliers of Keiba and Fujija, which is better ? Can you tell me.

What pliers are you looking at??

I also have no experience with Japanese cutting pliers.

However when comparing with Knipex, it seems that their cutting capacity is much less with regards to max thickness they can cut and the material such as piano.

Cheers

If you want high leverage/high cutting capacity in a standard sized cutting plier, then the Japanese brands don't offer it. The German brands offer innovative features like the X-cut and TwinForce (Knipex), BiCut (Wiha), FantasticoPlus (NWS) to allow for those specs.

They all share the same downside though. Their maximum opening capacity is significantly reduced.

The Wiha BiCut is pretty cool that it acts like a hybrid. That is, you can use it like a standard plier (with standard opening capacity), but when you need to cut something really hard you can switch to the high-leverage setting with a push of a button.

Personally speaking, when I shopped for cutting pliers, I didn't place that much importance on ultimate cutting capacity. I don't cut piano wire

 

[losvre]

What pliers are you looking at??




If you want high leverage/high cutting capacity in a standard sized cutting plier, then the Japanese brands don't offer it. The German brands offer innovative features like the X-cut and TwinForce (Knipex), BiCut (Wiha), FantasticoPlus (NWS) to allow for those specs.

They all share the same downside though. Their maximum opening capacity is significantly reduced.

The Wiha BiCut is pretty cool that it acts like a hybrid. That is, you can use it like a standard plier (with standard opening capacity), but when you need to cut something really hard you can switch to the high-leverage setting with a push of a button.

Personally speaking, when I shopped for cutting pliers, I didn't place that much importance on ultimate cutting capacity. I don't cut piano wire

Superautobacs, you are right on what you are saying.

My idea is not the extra leverage but for everyday pliers if I get the piano I don't have to worry that I will damage the edge by points some random pins.

On the other hand is good to also have a flush cut for precise work.

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[maico]

What pliers are you looking at??




If you want high leverage/high cutting capacity in a standard sized cutting plier, then the Japanese brands don't offer it. The German brands offer innovative features like the X-cut and TwinForce (Knipex), BiCut (Wiha), FantasticoPlus (NWS) to allow for those specs.

They all share the same downside though. Their maximum opening capacity is significantly reduced.

The Wiha BiCut is pretty cool that it acts like a hybrid. That is, you can use it like a standard plier (with standard opening capacity), but when you need to cut something really hard you can switch to the high-leverage setting with a push of a button.

Personally speaking, when I shopped for cutting pliers, I didn't place that much importance on ultimate cutting capacity. I don't cut piano wire

The box-joint Knipex X-cut opens wide relative to it's small size.
This is the chrome version with comfort grips.

 

[superautobacs]

The box-joint Knipex X-cut opens wide relative to it's small size.

Thanks, Maico. I stand corrected!

 

[superautobacs]

Superautobacs, you are right on what you are saying.

My idea is not the extra leverage but for everyday pliers if I get the piano I don't have to worry that I will damage the edge by points some random pins.

On the other hand is good to also have a flush cut for precise work.

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There's the everyday cutting pliers (shorter overall length) and then there's the heavy duty cutting pliers (longer overall length). Of course, both types have their pros and cons.
Perhaps the hybrid type pliers like the Knipex X-Cut and Wiha's BiCut is in the middle, performing both ordinary cutting tasks and the occasional heavy duty cutting at ease, with minimal compromises.

 

[WMS PERFORMANCE]

Asahi light tool combination wrench

 

[WMS PERFORMANCE]

KTC open end slim type

 

[WMS PERFORMANCE]

Anest Iwata clear coat gun

 

[WMS PERFORMANCE]

snap ring plier form 'SUPER' Japan

 

[DSM_PWR]

pics are not working for me.

 

[Blöckw@rt]

 

[gbh]

I bought this set of flex head ratchets today.
They're from a Japanese company in Niigata called TOP tools.
I doubt they're actually made in Japan but they feel smoother in operation than any of the other brands I've checked out.
I wonder if someone could confirm where these are made, could it be Taiwan?

 

[dutchgray]

I have the Top long double box ratchets, they only make 4 sizes but they are nice, smooth 72 tooth mechanism and the maximum rated torque for each size was on the label, I assume they are Taiwan made also but they are not marked.
Been meaning to get that flex head combination set as well.

 

[superautobacs]

Interesting to see that only the 17mm has holes for using a safety tether.

Ratcheting wrenches are all manufactured in either Taiwan or China (with the exception of the latest Gedore (German) and Proto (American) lineup of ratcheting wrenches).

I bought one TOP 14mm XL double box, flex years ago and I never bought more to add. I'm not fond of the really slim profile of the beam and the flex joint using a threaded fastener. The rigid boxed end has quite a shallow offset and the chamfer on the bi-hex broaching is too deep for my liking.

 

[mercucho]

NT Cutter A-300GR (metal) and Spare Blades.

 

[mrborohachi]

anyone know who sells this rebadged for the US market?

 

[mrborohachi]

how has the "Anex screw extraction set" worked for you? can you please measure the smallest extractor?

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Anex screw extraction set, will have to use first to see if they work.
Asahi Renowave set, ok but I don't think I will buy any more.[/QUOTE]

 

[dutchgray]

Still haven't needed the screw extractor set yet, it covers 2.5 through 8mm screws.
The smallest extractor is about 1/16" at the point.

 

[superautobacs]

NT Cutter A-300GR (metal) and Spare Blades.

NT Cutter...my personal favourite....over Olfa and KDS. I got four of them myself.

anyone know who sells this rebadged for the US market?

*fixed the link for you

I'm not aware of it being rebadged.

 

[superautobacs]

I recently came back from spending my vacation in Japan. I contemplated on whether to take photos of my purchases or to video tape them. I decided to try the latter.
I hope my monotone voice doesn't put you to sleep. Too long of video? Want more details on the products? Pictures would be better?

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[dede2897234]

I recently came back from spending my vacation in Japan. I contemplated on whether to take photos of my purchases or to video tape them. I decided to try the latter.
I hope my monotone voice doesn't put you to sleep. Too long of video? Want more details on the products? Pictures would be better?

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/A-yvf2gSKHA" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Superautobacs,

Thanks for creating the video! I am looking forward for the next video about the other tool purchases made during this trip.


Dave

 

[BK13]

I never would have even thought about getting nail files if I ever make it to Japan, but now it's on the list....

 

[paulsomlo]

I saw some earlier posts with pictures of Fujiya and Merry snap ring pliers having interchangeable tips. These look like they would be perfect for the occasional user who has grown frustrated with stamped convertible pliers, but can't justify a full set of knipex dedicated pliers. Can someone give more detail on these - quality, usability, availability of replacement tips, cost, and USA supplier?

 

[north]

Bringeth more video show 'n tell Super!

 

[Ford Farmer]

Finally made some time on one of my Narita trips to take the train into greater Tokyo. All from World Import Tools. Koken and Engineer. Duplicates are gifts for my Dad.

 

[dede2897234]

I saw some earlier posts with pictures of Fujiya and Merry snap ring pliers having interchangeable tips. These look like they would be perfect for the occasional user who has grown frustrated with stamped convertible pliers, but can't justify a full set of knipex dedicated pliers. Can someone give more detail on these - quality, usability, availability of replacement tips, cost, and USA supplier?

paulsomlo,

GJ member Superautobacs posted about the Merry JC175B (internal circlip pliers) and HC175B (external circlip pliers) in "The Circlip Pliers Thread...". They both have interchangeable tips. Here is a Youtube video about them:

. You can only purchase them from the Japanese marketplace Rakuten, specifically the "mutsuura" store. All GJ members who have purchase from "mutsuura" had positive purchase experiences. Here is a link to the Merry JC175B (LINK) and the Merry HC175B (LINK) on Rakuten's "mutsuura".


Dave

 

[dede2897234]

Finally made some time on one of my Narita trips to take the train into greater Tokyo. All from World Import Tools. Koken and Engineer. Duplicates are gifts for my Dad.

Ford Farmer,

Very nice purchases!

What is that tool (on the left side) between the Ko-ken extension set and the Ko-ken hand impact driver set?


Thanks,

Dave

 

[Ford Farmer]

It's a Koken magnetic socket rail (1/4") to help tame the sockets I've got rolling around my little apartment tool box.

 

[paulsomlo]

Thank you for the links on those Merry Snap Ring Pliers, Dave. I'm hoping to get a review from Superautobac, maybe need to send a PM. There was another member (gbh) that posted a similar pair from Fujiya, http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=5540140&postcount=1446.

 

[superautobacs]

Ok, I'll try to do another video for Friday.

Finally made some time on one of my Narita trips to take the train into greater Tokyo. All from World Import Tools. Koken and Engineer. Duplicates are gifts for my Dad.

Nice. I hope it was worth the long trip! Narita airport is soo far away!
Are there any decent tool shops in Hong Kong?

Thank you for the links on those Merry Snap Ring Pliers, Dave. I'm hoping to get a review from Superautobac, maybe need to send a PM. There was another member (gbh) that posted a similar pair from Fujiya, http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=5540140&postcount=1446.

Unfortunately I rarely encounter circlips. I've only had to use it once since I purchased them a couple years ago. So, I can't give you any input on durability.

It was because of the infrequent encounter with circlips that I decided it's just not worth spending my money on individual pliers from Knipex or Facom (those were my preferences). I've used convertible types on a few occasions in the past (Channellock and Snap-ons) but I wasn't impressed with them. That's how I ended up choosing the Merry pliers.

 

[paulsomlo]

It was because of the infrequent encounter with circlips that I decided it's just not worth spending my money on individual pliers from Knipex or Facom (those were my preferences). I've used convertible types on a few occasions in the past (Channellock and Snap-ons) but I wasn't impressed with them.

That's exactly where I'm at. I'd like a whole set of Knipex, but I would only use them once or twice a year. For as little as I'd use them, I don't mind changing tips. Are the pliers good quality, tight and smooth, and are the tips retained without play? Also wondering if the tips flex, and if they're hardened sufficiently to last.

 

[mrborohachi]

? about those Koken flex extensions. I know Koken makes flex/and fixed extensions. Do they make flex only extensions?

Thanks

Finally made some time on one of my Narita trips to take the train into greater Tokyo. All from World Import Tools. Koken and Engineer. Duplicates are gifts for my Dad.

 

[gbh]

Here's a close up pic of my Fujiya Circlip pliers. A member asked me a few questions I answered but a pic is worth a thousand words.

 

[loveblacktea]

Features tools "Made in Japan"

I am the big fan of KOKEN~~~They have founded in 1947, you should take a look then

 

[superautobacs]

That's exactly where I'm at. I'd like a whole set of Knipex, but I would only use them once or twice a year. For as little as I'd use them, I don't mind changing tips. Are the pliers good quality, tight and smooth, and are the tips retained without play? Also wondering if the tips flex, and if they're hardened sufficiently to last.

I'll reply back with some answers on the weekend.



GBH,

Those Fujiya ones look pretty nice in photo.

? about those Koken flex extensions. I know Koken makes flex/and fixed extensions. Do they make flex only extensions?

Thanks

Yes, they do make flex only ones. I have a 1/4 drive one. I believe they have a 3/8 drive as well. It's very flexible, so the limitation is that they will start to twist if the torque required to turn the fastener is greater than the extentions ability to resist twisting. I don't know what the working torque value is, but I don't think it's more than 2nm. So, it's uses will be very limited.

edit: I think I've misunderstood you. You were referring to their wobble-fix extentions, correct? If so, no they don't offer a wobble only extension.
.....btw, Ko-ken did have a patent for their wobble-fix. It's probably expired by now and that's probably why there's more available in the market in recent years. Before the patent expiry, companies that did make wobble-fix type extensions would've paid royalties to Ko-ken.

What I was referring to above is this: