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[wreckdiver1321]

Brown Santa dropped this off yesterday.





I know these are cheap and made in China, but this seems really well made. Solid materials, good features. They even go through the effort of packaging it really well with heavy boxes and nicely-made styrofoam packing. I'm impressed for the price honestly.

Today I should see my new bench vise!

 

[JradM]

Brown Santa dropped this off yesterday.





I know these are cheap and made in China, but this seems really well made. Solid materials, good features. They even go through the effort of packaging it really well with heavy boxes and nicely-made styrofoam packing. I'm impressed for the price honestly.

Today I should see my new bench vise!

I think that's the same one I have - except I've had mine for years, its blue and branded "Mastercraft". Does yours have a variable speed lever on one side?

I can't complain about it. I abuse it and it still runs great. I even turned pens on it for awhile until I got a lathe (you're definitley not supposed to do that).

The one thing to check is whether there's wobble in the chuck. I have a little bit and I've been meaning to just get a new chuck for it, but... well it's not really holding me back. I took the chuck off and reinstalled it at one point and that helped a little.

Like many modern tools, you could complain that it's just not built to the crazy robust standards of yesteryear and has plastic bits that could be metal. But I think it is actually very well designed - like I said, I'm not gentle and nothing has busted. The important stuff is strong and everything seems to have lasted.

BTW, the current Mastercraft drill press isn't the same anymore. It still looks like it was made by WEN, but it's one of their smaller, cheaper and more basic models. Now it's a 5-speed too, instead of variable.

 

[wreckdiver1321]

I think that's the same one I have - except I've had mine for years, its blue and branded "Mastercraft". Does yours have a variable speed lever on one side?

I can't complain about it. I abuse it and it still runs great. I even turned pens on it for awhile until I got a lathe (you're definitley not supposed to do that).

The one thing to check is whether there's wobble in the chuck. I have a little bit and I've been meaning to just get a new chuck for it, but... well it's not really holding me back. I took the chuck off and reinstalled it at one point and that helped a little.

Like many modern tools, you could complain that it's just not built to the crazy robust standards of yesteryear and has plastic bits that could be metal. But I think it is actually very well designed - like I said, I'm not gentle and nothing has busted. The important stuff is strong and everything seems to have lasted.

BTW, the current Mastercraft drill press isn't the same anymore. It still looks like it was made by WEN, but it's one of their smaller, cheaper and more basic models. Now it's a 5-speed too, instead of variable.

Mine is an intermediate model. They make an 8-inch, two 10-inch models, and a 12-inch before you get into floor-standing versions. I decided 10-inch was a good bet for what I'd be using it for.

Their bigger, more expensive 10-inch model has variable speed, but I didn't really think that was needed for what I was going to be doing with it, so mine is only a 5-speed. But mine comes with a laser, so kind of a win-some-lose-some situation. Plus it's a bit more compact, so it'll take up less bench space.

I agree, for what I paid and where the thing is manufactured, it's built like a brick *********. I know plenty of guys running 10 or 12 year old Harbor Freight drill presses, and the Wen DPs seem to be well-regarded, so that's the direction I went.

 

[javyLSU]

My dealer got a few more things from my order in this week - Blue Point file brush (YA337A), Instinct soft grip file handle (SGHF616BG), and what Snap-on calls a “Pocket Feeler Blade” but the rest of the world knows as a spark plug gap tool (FBP1O).

 

[Snapped-off]

Never mind..

 

[bsaint]

Swung by the ACE to use a 10% off coupon. Picked up some impact bits because I killed all my others and I grabbed some wrenches for work. I really like the case for the wrenches. It’s going to open up a ton of drawer space for me. They are shorter wrenches for sure but as a machinist, I’m ok with that. I don’t need the leverage you mechanics typically need.

Those are the Facom ones. Damn you got them at Ace?

 

[DemoFly]

Swung by the ACE to use a 10% off coupon. Picked up some impact bits because I killed all my others and I grabbed some wrenches for work. I really like the case for the wrenches. It’s going to open up a ton of drawer space for me. They are shorter wrenches for sure but as a machinist, I’m ok with that. I don’t need the leverage you mechanics typically need.

Are the craftsman v series Chineseum or Italtanium?

 

[handmadeMI]

My new to me Delta bandsaw. I looked at some bandsaws at the big box stores. I ended up getting this for far less than I would have spent on one of those. The only plastic part on this thing is the on switch. I am in love with it.

 

[jonshonda]

Free battery deals made me spend monies.

 

[vertguy]

A nice little Stanley 60-1/2 plane. Aside from a quick clean up the blade adjustment screw, it worked like new.

 

[tripplejl]

New vac for the lathe and mill. Harbor Freight needle scaler.

 

[Swazeytrain]

Got these snap-on (bahco) mini files today, have not had a chance to use them yet but I think they will be quite handy.

 

[Finance Guy]

Got these snap-on (bahco) mini files today, have not had a chance to use them yet but I think they will be quite handy.

Does Bahco make all of Snap-on’s files?

 

[wreckdiver1321]

New bench vise! Forward HY-30505. Seems well-made for the money. Can't wait to wail on this thing.

 

[d.mcfarland]

Does Bahco make all of Snap-on’s files?

Snap On owns Bahco. I would say the evidence strongly points towards a yes.

 

[Qualitytools]

Swung by the ACE to use a 10% off coupon. Picked up some impact bits because I killed all my others and I grabbed some wrenches for work. I really like the case for the wrenches. It’s going to open up a ton of drawer space for me. They are shorter wrenches for sure but as a machinist, I’m ok with that. I don’t need the leverage you mechanics typically need.

Those wrenches look identical (except for the label) to my FACOM 440 set.

 

[CHI_Tool&Die]

Those are the Facom ones. Damn you got them at Ace?

So far as I can tell from online reviews, the Craftsman V Series wrenches are basically the Facom wrenches without the satin finish. My local ACE ordered them for me. I wish I had moved on them a day earlier as I had a 20% coupon. They are really nice wrenches for $60 and I am still really digging the mobile rack. I freed up a ton of drawer space with it too. Win-win to end a bummer week.

Are the craftsman v series Chineseum or Italtanium?

They are Taiwan COO, but I think the Facom branded wrenches are also Taiwan, no? I can't keep track because it was Taiwan then France then Taiwan and now I have no idea.

 

[j3rf]

Those Craftsman V series also look like the Mac Tools Precision Torque wrenches. They have a funky, unique style that looks very similar. Even the wrench holders look the same.

 

[AJHD]

So far as I can tell from online reviews, the Craftsman V Series wrenches are basically the Facom wrenches without the satin finish. My local ACE ordered them for me. I wish I had moved on them a day earlier as I had a 20% coupon. They are really nice wrenches for $60 and I am still really digging the mobile rack. I freed up a ton of drawer space with it too. Win-win to end a bummer week.


They are Taiwan COO, but I think the Facom branded wrenches are also Taiwan, no? I can't keep track because it was Taiwan then France then Taiwan and now I have no idea.

Yes and no. It all falls under Stanley, Black & Decker. They own MAC, Facom and Craftsman, and many others.
Mr. Subaru put out a video on these a few days ago...

 

[HenryAZ]

A nice little Stanley 60-1/2 plane. Aside from a quick clean up the blade adjustment screw, it worked like new.

That is in very nice condition for the classic low angle block plane. It works wonderfully on end grain.

 

[Luciferi]

Got these snap-on (bahco) mini files today, have not had a chance to use them yet but I think they will be quite handy.

I have a set of those. Quite handy and fit in my trolley.

The handle to file grip interface is poor. A couple handles don’t hold the file very well and fall out when using.

 

[SRU1436]

My dealer got a few more things from my order in this week - Blue Point file brush (YA337A), Instinct soft grip file handle (SGHF616BG), and what Snap-on calls a “Pocket Feeler Blade” but the rest of the world knows as a spark plug gap tool (FBP1O).

Javylsu-

I am in the market for a spark plug gapping tool, have you used that one and what are your thoughts about it? Thanks

 

[KnurledNut]

Does Bahco make all of Snap-on’s files?

Snap-on and Bahco files are both made at the SNA Europe factory in Vila do Conde, Portugal.

 

[javyLSU]

Javylsu-

I am in the market for a spark plug gapping tool, have you used that one and what are your thoughts about it? Thanks

Used it yesterday - until now I’ve been using a coin-shaped gap tool. I always found it a little awkward to use. I much prefer the straight-line simplicity of this one. What put me off at first was how tiny the handle is - it’s smaller than the typical Snap-on mini hard handle. In use, however, it makes perfect sense because you’re not pulling or turning anything, you’re measuring. It ensures you keep a delicate touch when measuring the gap. For $9 and made in USA, I can’t find a single thing to complain about. Well, they could offer it in green…

 

[Fedwrench]

Javylsu-

I am in the market for a spark plug gapping tool, have you used that one and what are your thoughts about it? Thanks

Lang tools made those for many different brands.

SKU : 4450A - E-Z Grip Spark Plug Ramp Gauge

Manufacturing professional tools since 1932

www.langtools.com

 

[Bross956]

Cheap JP pliers for the truck tool box. Vessel anti slip screwdriver will replace my everyday proto duratek.

 

[ChefRex]

Javylsu-

I am in the market for a spark plug gapping tool, have you used that one and what are your thoughts about it? Thanks

They work well for a quick check but nowhere as accurate as a wire gauge, mine is clapped out but mine is OLD.

 

[andersen24]

I posted this in another thread specific to air hose adapters, but wanted to post it here as well. 1. it is a new tool arrival, but 2. it always amazes me when businesses like @Stedlin have amazing customer service. I needed some new air hose connectors and stumbled across a post about Stedlins product. I ordered a complete kit, but forgot to enter the discount code Stedlins gives to GJ members. I emailed them and asked if I could add the discount code. Deborah emailed me back and told me they could cancel my order so I could order it again. I told her that was fine, that next time I order, I just won't forget and that I was looking forward to receiving them. Well two days later I get my mail today and they showed up - and YUP, they even threw in cash to match what the discount would have been! I was floored as it was not even remotely necessary! So wanted to let everyone know about this as well as let you know how bad a$$ these things are! Im ordering more this next week after I do a better inventory of what I need! Thank you again @Stedlin !

 

[Finance Guy]

Lang tools made those for many different brands.

SKU : 4450A - E-Z Grip Spark Plug Ramp Gauge

Manufacturing professional tools since 1932

www.langtools.com

This is helpful … thank you!

 

[Blind1]

12mm x 14mm Capri extra long DBE.

Purchased to make my life easier with a couple of maintenance items on my Toyota. Quality seems quite nice.

 

[Rbcsci]

Old *** vise, but NEW to me. Built between 1942 and 1945, depending on your interpretation of Wilton’s dating convention. A gentleman in Fall River, MA put quite a bit of elbow grease into this classic and I was proud to take it off his hands. It’s almost too pretty to use…almost.

 

[Raineman]

Holy cow! That is gorgeous.

 

[ChefRex]

Holy cow! That is gorgeous.

Pretty, but true?

 

[javyLSU]

@Rbcsci Amazing vise - love that blue. Congrats!!

The camels let me know this Gearwrench 3/8” universal impact set dropped to $69 early this week, so I ordered a set. They weren’t supposed to be delivered until next week, but unexpectedly showed up today. New Gearwrench branding on the case and sockets (so it’s not old stock they’re clearing out), well oiled inside the blow molded case. Made in Taiwan.




I put them right to work, and I’m happy so far. It’s a nice size range, 8-22mm with no skips, sizes roll stamped into the sockets. The ball cup is the same size for all the sizes, so clearance may be an issue for the smaller sizes in tight spots. The tolerances are good, and the 19mm I used still swivels smoothly after some use. For the $69 I gave for them, this set is a home run.

 

[GreenIron]

My (vintage) John Deere 3/4" open/box combination wrench(made by Bonney) has been missing for years. I lost it while on a job back in the early '90s. I've been looking to replace it for a long time.

One of my friends found one a while back in an old garage he was cleaning out and sent it to me.

This completes my vintage John Deere combination hand tools set.

 

[Indexmill]

Old *** vise, but NEW to me. Built between 1942 and 1945, depending on your interpretation of Wilton’s dating convention. A gentleman in Fall River, MA put quite a bit of elbow grease into this classic and I was proud to take it off his hands. It’s almost too pretty to use…almost.

How much did the gentleman in Fall River, MA set you back for the privilege of taking that restored vise off his hands?

 

[Rbcsci]

How much did the gentleman in Fall River, MA set you back for the privilege of taking that restored vise off his hands?

I‘m going to assume that my wife will never stumble into this forum, so I’ll tell you. $400. I hate to even see it in print, but I had been looking high and low for a Wilton Bullet for a long time and I was finding rusty boat anchors for $200+. I saw this one and was kinda drawn to it. I reached out to the seller who restores old vises and anvils as a hobby. He actually sent me before, during, and after photos so I could see what he started with, how he filled 75 years of dings, and how much effort he put into making it look beautiful. Once I gave some consideration to the amount of time and effort he put into it, the asking price seemed entirely reasonable. You can see yourself in the polished parts and everything moves like butter. I expect to have this for the rest of my life. I’m going to bolt it down tomorrow. All I need are some chrome plated 3/4” bolts.

 

[andersen24]

I‘m going to assume that my wife will never stumble into this forum, so I’ll tell you. $400. I hate to even see it in print, but I had been looking high and low for a Wilton Bullet for a long time and I was finding rusty boat anchors for $200+. I saw this one and was kinda drawn to it. I reached out to the seller who restores old vises and anvils as a hobby. He actually sent me before, during, and after photos so I could see what he started with, how he filled 75 years of dings, and how much effort he put into making it look beautiful. Once I gave some consideration to the amount of time and effort he put into it, the asking price seemed entirely reasonable. You can see yourself in the polished parts and everything moves like butter. I expect to have this for the rest of my life. I’m going to bolt it down tomorrow. All I need are some chrome plated 3/4” bolts.

Well, with how beautiful that vise is, I wouldn't even blink at $400! That is literally the best one I've seen!

 

[SRU1436]

Used it yesterday - until now I’ve been using a coin-shaped gap tool. I always found it a little awkward to use. I much prefer the straight-line simplicity of this one. What put me off at first was how tiny the handle is - it’s smaller than the typical Snap-on mini hard handle. In use, however, it makes perfect sense because you’re not pulling or turning anything, you’re measuring. It ensures you keep a delicate touch when measuring the gap. For $9 and made in USA, I can’t find a single thing to complain about. Well, they could offer it in green…

Thank you.

 

[Fly YX]

A few things from Tekton