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    MDS Knipex Sale

    The Knipex sales are good today...
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    How the times have changed

    I remember when we had rabbit ears for the 3 network stations and 2 UHF channels. We played with cap guns, air rifles, that we shot dirt clogs at each other with, had a chemistry set, kindergarten paste to glue our paper windmills with and built models with real huffing glue. Glasses were...
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    Armstrong 12-996 1/2" Dr. Indexible Ratchet USA

    Thank you, I didn't realize it was mentioned before...worth repeating again if it helps.
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    Armstrong 12-996 1/2" Dr. Indexible Ratchet USA

    The Armstrongs are fully polished! Your looking at a grainy picture. I own the Matco 3/8" BIR10 indexing ratchet and most recently, this Armstrong 1/2" 12-996 (Matco CIR12 equivalent). Everything is identical except for the handle and the labeling process. Given the choice I would have bought...
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    Armstrong 12-996 1/2" Dr. Indexible Ratchet USA

    If you looking for a great indexing ratchet for $44.75, then you might want to check the link out below. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Armstrong-Tools-12-996-1-2-Dr-Indexible-Ratchet-USA-/331334370520?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4d251144d8 Exactly the same as this Matco CIR12 wrench , except it is...
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    how to adjust snips

    Normally I would use the right snip (green) to curl the metal up on the left side of your cut to your desired depth and then used the left snips (red) to curl the metal up on the right side of your square hole to the same depth. Then cut a "V" shape to the inside of both cuts to the corner of...
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    Snap-on Paint color

    Thank you "kythri" for the powder coating info above. This should help me out a lot. My brother recommended a company called Cardinal Paint. This should get me on the right path. Thank you once again for your time.
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    Snap-on Paint color

    Hi, I have a friend in Germany looking to paint a couple of Snap-on tool boxes in the Snap-on color green and orange. Does anyone know how I would go about getting these colors premixed and ready for spraying these boxes. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated. :)
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    matco 88

    Great! Thank you for the info. I have a bottle on the way and will be using this solution for future Matco 88 and Snap-on dual 80 maintenance. Another example of the many benefits of this forum.:beer:
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    matco 88

    How much do you apply?
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    NWS Plier Finishes

    Go to the link, it will explain the different finishes. http://german-hand-tools.com/Videos.html
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    screwdrivers

    Why sooo many screwdrivers??? For the most part, an average 5 to 8pc set will do the job quite nicely. These sets are designed to handle most common work situations where the fastener/fasteners are designed and located for these particular sizes. Automotive, small engines, computer...
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    Snap-on Team Red Bull ratchet driver

    SOLD Hi, I am selling a brand new, unused, Snap-on ratchet screwdriver for a friend from Germany. Anyone familiar with Formula 1 racing will recognize the Infinity Red Bull racing team and 4 time World Champion Sebastian Vettel's sponsor. This is a special edition Snap-on product and is a...
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    Needle nose plier upgrade

    Yeah Dave, I have used them, but not extensively. I try to use them for electrical application for which they are designed. The main advantage is comfort, especially with repetitive work applications. Wouldn't have a problem using them more if they were my only pair. Very strong jawed, with...
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