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    Does anyone make good Vise Grips anymore?

    Yeah i find them more problems then they are worth, others may justify by saying i do not use the tools often or I just return them when they break etc... I read good things about the performance (not durability) of their 1/2" XT air impact wrench but am very reluctant to try it. I would...
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    Does anyone make good Vise Grips anymore?

    It was not "damn good" for me when a brand new one started to slip. I went to tighten the HF "Vise-Grip" and it slipped again. I then looked closely at the jaw and noticed the teeth were crushed. At this point it was late and there was no way I wanted to go back to HF! I hate driving there...
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    Are they better:Pre 1980 TOOLS VS New US Made tools

    Has anyone see high quality and consistency from tools produced in India? The dealings I have had in the past with India was a showcase for systemic corruption and deceit.
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    Opinions on Sunex Impact sockets?

    Was referring to OP's question, "Anyone have experience with Sunex? " Nice to read such good reviews and praise for their quality & longevity in service work. I am not in a trade and purchased them for personal projects but still want a service grade tool. I picked up an IR 2115QTIMAX...
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    Opinions on Sunex Impact sockets?

    I know this is a very old thread but still a very relevant question. Just acquired both metic and SAE 43 piece 1/2" master sets and the 3/8" 80 piece master set with Swivels and Torx. They are well made with CRMO, dimensionally excellent, Laser etched and roll stamped, so far I am very happy...
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    Snap-on vs. Cornwell

    I understand that while their wrenches & ratchets are made in the USA their sockets are not.
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