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PB Swiss 605.2: Bend = 1.3525 in (34.35 mm) 605.1, 605.2 and 605.3 shown for reference.

Yep... a very dangerous valuable thread. I just placed my second order!

Beautiful -- please give us a heads-up when it's available to order!

I have this 10-piece set from Hazet (COO=Germany). Very nice wrenches. Priced around $220 these days. Hazet 600NA/10 Jens Putzier Amazon Sizes: 1/4" 5/16" 3/8" 7/16" 1/2" 9/16" 5/8" 3/4" 7/8" 1"

Thanks -- count me in too!

Yes, I agree; the Amazon listing appears to feature a counterfeit PB Swiss product. The box is certainly different and while the product description mentions color-coded bits, the photo shows otherwise. Interestingly, the product number is "PB Swiss" and the brand name is "アストロプロダクツ". Geez...

Based upon recommendations here on GJ, I also purchased a Franklin. Worked like a charm; made my project super fast/easy. I'd recommend it too. Also bought a case for it. Franklin ProSensor M210 - $60 https://www.amazon.com/Franklin-Sensors-ProSensor-M210/dp/B0917VXLDK?tag=atomicindus08-20...

Right you are! The Hazet 279 does not appear to be made in Germany. I've checked with the company I purchased mine from (www.jensputzier.com) and they've responded that the Hazet 279 had been manufactured in Spain but, according to Hazet, is now manufactured in Taiwan.

Hazet offers several adjustable wrenches with the COO listed as Germany. Not sure of the actual manufacturer though. Chrome or phosphate finishes, both are nice.

Looks like this might provide the answer: Where to fill my Hein-Werner 1-1/2 jack? Glad you're back in the garage - enjoy!

After seeing this 90 degree gearless drive mentioned here on GJ, I had to check it out for myself. Don't know if I'll ever use them but fascinating tools nonetheless. The 1/4" version needed lubricant and still doesn't rotate as freely as the 3/8" version. They also make a 45 degree version...

Just received the new Snap On PL344BCF/PL344BCFND talon grip slip joint pliers set, which I mainly ordered to obtain the small size long nose talon grip pliers (LN44BCF). I ordered both the dipped and non-dipped sets for comparison. I'll keep the non-dipped set in my road kit. The pliers are...

Other options... For mobile use, Fix It Sticks are compact - easy to carry and easy to use: T-Way Wrench Single Bits Ratcheting wrenches, various kits/carriers and torque drivers are also available for tailoring a set as needed. Fixitsticks.com For non-mobile use, I prefer PB Swiss...

Hazet recently introduced a set of pliers wrenches with dipped handles -- directly competing with Knipex. I'll soon be ordering these myself. 4 sizes: 125 mm - #762-12 150 mm - #762-15 180 mm - #762-18 260 mm - #762-26

I've bought PB Swiss most often from these two US-based companies: DRPD - https://drpd.cc/brands/pb-swiss/?_bc_fsnf=1&category=36 The Tool Lady - https://toollady.com/store/Torque-Tools-c17876056 Always had great service from both so I consider each to be a reliable "good source". Yep, PB...