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    Special Flat Head screwdriver help

    Harbor Freight 8-pc. Bolstered Screwdriver Set
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    Locking Wrench

    Do you know about their Cobra model? The jaw shape allows for three-point grip on cylindrical objects. No, they don't lock down as a pair of Vise-Grips would, but neither does the Plierswrench.
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    Looking for 1/2" non-impact metric swivel sockets.....?

    The Proto catalog lists a 21, 22, and 24mm. The Stahlwille catalog lists a 10, 13, 16, 17, 18, and 19 mm (listed as the 53 series).
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    Garden hose end repair

    I've tried several garden hose repair methods in the past. My current preferred method is a barbed hose end held in place with a wire clamp installed with a ClampTite tool. It makes for a clean and strong repair.
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    Railroad Hand Tool ?

    I can't say that I've seen that before.
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    Looking for a Large metric tap set.

    Will these be used to cut new threads, or to clean existing threads?
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    Impact Bits for Manual Impact driver

    The bits for manual impact drivers are 5/16" shank, not the more common 1/4" shank. Long bits do exist, but they are not readily available at the consumer level. Apex manufactures long 5/16" bits, but their focus is the industrial market. I think the simplest, and least expensive, solution to...
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    Another What tool is this?

    It looks like a knife sharpening steel without a handle.
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    WTB: 1-1/8"-16 Taps and Dies

    I'm looking to build out an assortment of 1-1/8"-16 taps and dies. All types will be considered: taper, plug, bottom, hexagon, round, split, carbon, HSS, etc. Only interested in US-made. As far as condition, they can be used, but not used up. I'll be primarily using these to clean and chase...
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    what are the clamps called?

    :) You must have quoted me just after I added the name. Ear clamps
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    what are the clamps called?

    Pinch-clamp pliers https://www.mcmaster.com/pinch-clamp-pincers The clamps are also known as ear clamps.
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    Stainless bolts and nuts source?

    Albany County Fasteners https://www.albanycountyfasteners.com
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    What is the name of this bit?

    McMaster-Carr classifies those as reversible hex bits, with a ball detent. Here is their selection: https://www.mcmaster.com/screwdrivers/drivers-keys-and-bits/shank-type~reversible-hex/
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    Cabinet brag

    Congratulations on your find FriscoMustang, and thank you for sharing. It's always good to see the the deals others have scored. And, welcome to GJ!
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    Cabinet brag

    No need to take me too seriously. I posted in jest. It's all in good fun, in the spirit of GJ. No self-suckage, and especially not on a first post!
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