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Proto 8" ClikStop After getting this in the mail today and playing around with it I'm not sure I like it. Does the thumb wheel grow on you or does it always feel weird and clunky? How do these compare to the Proto Adjustables with the more classic non-clikstop thumb wheel? This is my clever...

I'm trying to figure out what gave me this small burn on my hand yesterday. I was cleaning out/rebuilding a hydrogen gas regulator. A black powder with gold colored flecks poured out on the table and I assumed it was carbon powder and brass from the valve. I ended up laying my hand in it at some...

EDIT: Sorry the earlier post sucked, I added detail and clarity here. I'm looking at a new lawn mower. I've got a 10,000 square foot lot of which 1/2-2/3 is hilly lawn. I'm looking for a self propelled walk behind and considering the following Troy-Bilt: Troy-Bilt TB200 The reviews at the...

I commented here that I prefer Bondhus Hex tools and then I realized, I've never actually seen Snap-On hex tools. Does Snap-On chamfer the ends of the tools the way Bondhus does? http://www.bondhus.com/bondhus_products/tool_categories/l-wrenches/images/chamfer-comp.jpg I need a few sets of...

I work in a dirty environment with lots of dirt, soda ash, and grease everywhere. I've been using simple green or a parts washer to clean my hand tools and Marvel Mystery Oil to oil them but was wondering if there was a better way. I love the Marvel bottle but is simple green really a good...

How to the Snap-On offerings match up quality wise to Knipex's offerings? I'm talking for the pliers (cobra/alligator), needle nose, diagonal cutters, and such. I got my Knipex off a Matco truck and I love them but I'm curious how Snap-On compares. This is my clever signature.

How do you guys reign in tool purchases? When I started my current job I was buying TONS of tools. I finally decided to make a spreadsheet to list out and research tools I need/want and only when it's on the list will I pick it up. Thoughts? This is my clever signature.

Starrett 48" Steel Straight Edge Empire 48" Aluminum Straight Edge Ok, I understand the difference between quality tools and cheap tools. I prefer Knipex, Matco, and similar vein tools. That said, I was checking out Starrett's website to see what their equipment would cost me vs the Empire...

I picked up a Husky 52" toolbox. I really like it except one thing. When I unlock it the latch rocks back an 1/8 of a turn which allows the drawers to open but only half way. It's obnoxious as hell. Anyone encountered this and come up with a solution? I haven't had the time to troubleshoot at...

What is everyone's opinion on Empire levels, straight edges, calipers, and other tools? I'm a fan, I like them better than a lot of other options but haven't used too many other brands so I'm curious. This is my clever signature.

I was looking over the mig at my new job and saw an option I hadn't seen before. What is the Inductance setting do for mig welding? This is my clever signature.

Been thinking about this. Would anyone find a tool review podcast or YouTube channel interesting? Something where you put a tool through the paces and see how it holds up, like that. This is my clever signature.

I'm an industrial mechanic and find myself in need of some step drills. I'd like to be able to get up to 1" if possible. I've been browsing around the forums and the name that jumps out is Norseman. What would be the best brand and type to go for? I'd rather get an expensive too that's great...

I'm looking to get a nice set of Snap-Ring pliers. At work they have a set of Proto 360B which are good. Never had a problem with the set. That said, I love my Knipex tools and was wondering if their Circlip Pliers offerings were as good as their pump pliers? Opinions?

I'm an industrial mechanic and am looking for a good 1/2" chuck corded drill. I sometimes have to drill heavy I-Beams or C-Channel and want a solid drill that I can rely on for this task. I just am not familiar with much beyond DeWalt or Milwaukee. Browsing for grinder information Metabo came...