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    Koken Surface drive vs Flat drive sockets

    I bought a few many years ago to try them out. 10, 12mm in 1/4sq and 14, 17mm in 3/8sq. I quickly found out I prefer to use a standard 6/12pt profile because of the extra play/rotation that comes with quickly ratcheting a fastener on/off. That said, when using it on a power tool, like an...
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    Tools of Japan

    Adding these photos to show what can happen. Whenever this happens, I clamp the blade in a vise and tap the handle back in with a mallet. It still maintains zero play, and as far as I can tell, the blade doesn't become any more looser.
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    Tools of Japan

    I've found the stubby Anex to be my go-to for a few years now. Got the two stubby ones 9 years ago and I've added the others in the series over time. I didn't have the need for the latest pair, but I wanted a change. The Anex ones have proven themselves time and time again. 👍🏻 On a related...
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    Tools of Japan

    Im a bit surprised to see the plating process being shown. I think it an area that's typically not shown to media? I recently decided to complete Anex's series on their trim clip removers. I spent the whole week using them and I've made my choice .... the PB Swiss will go into retirement...
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    Why cant I attach more than one photo when using GJ through my cell phone?

    Thank you for your insight. I just attached multiple images without issue. The only difference this time is I'm using Chrome for my browser.
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    Why cant I attach more than one photo when using GJ through my cell phone?

    Perhaps its a Samsung browser issue. Reloading the page doesn't make a difference and there's never an error message either. In fact, as a test, im trying to attach a photo on this very post, but nothing happens. 🥲
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    Why cant I attach more than one photo when using GJ through my cell phone?

    I was only able to attach one photo in a post I made this morning. I tried to attach more once I was able to attach one, but clicking the image icon above or the "attach files" button below provides no response. Im using a Samsung phone and its default Samsung internet app. Any ideas?
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    Tools from the old world

    Habero club hammer and Beta cold chisel. (Why cant I attach more than one photo 😫 using GJ on my mobile phone!?)
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    Ko-ken Tools -- What Makes this Brand Special !?!?

    I feel like I've known about HJE for practically as long as I've been on GJ. Some year back, I recall their website gave us a glimpse of their multi-level store via a virtual tour, but a video like this is much welcomed! I saw them as one of the few brick and mortar stores left in the USA that...
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    Ko-ken Tools -- What Makes this Brand Special !?!?

    First post in 12 months :hellobye: (a bit of a nostalgic feel, seeing that these classic GJ emoticons are still available :bounce:) Random photo showing a Ko-ken 11mm bit holder with their T60 bit. That bit has seen some good use from doing wheel bearing bolts.
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    Tools of Japan

    It's still available as far as I can tell 179B-12H Torx and XZN bits Noticed the T45 is an odd ball 🤔
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    Tools of Japan

    Ran into these old photos comparing height differences: T-50 comparison PB Swiss Torx key 1/4sq MAC Axis ratchet and VIM stubby bit 12mm nepros DBE with Ko-ken bit
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    Tools of Japan

    I think I've purchased most of my Asahi tools through i-Tools via Rakuten Ichiba. It wasn't until a few years ago that Asahi added 9, 16, 18mm sizes. There still isn't a 20mm though. ;) Do you have standard impact sockets in your storage/tool box that have developed surface rust? I don't have...
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    Tools of Japan

    Haven't seen it. My comments on these: GoJaks are great. Used a lot at my previous shop where there were over 20+ techs. It handled going over ruts and small lips on entry ramps pretty well. Must've been used for at least 5 years, without a hiccup. Current shop with just 13 techs has OTC ones...
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    Post Your Smallest 1/4" Drive Ratchets

    Some of my 1/4sq ratchets Far left is a Pro-Auto/Suekage Tool
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