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I'm looking for some Cobra pliers and wondered if anyone has found any good deals today? Nothing exceptional in my searching so far...

I was in a hardware store and saw a sweet set of parts drawers that I'd like to look for online. Problem is, they weren't marked anywhere - just stamped with this logo of a triangle with a wave in the middle. Does anyone recognize the logo? The same store had green Au-Ve-Co drawers, but they...

Hello, Looking at maybe picking up a vintage Prentiss 181 combination pipe vise for $100. Only considering it because, other than the missing replaceable pipe jaws, it appears to have been well-loved. Still need to check it out in person, though. My questions are: -Does anyone know if or...

So we visited the carrier museum USS Midway last week and I had to take a couple of pics of the metal shop and a few of the vises that I spotted on her to share with GJ. :thumbup: Couldn't get close enough to handle them or even identify any model numbers, unfortunately. 1) A nice Reed on the...

I am in the process of restoring an old Reed (pics to follow) and have a couple of questions. My friend has access to a bead blaster, but I'd like to put more sweat equity into the resto, as it's my first one and I hope to pass it on to my son. I've already spooged the vise parts in an...

Evening, Thanks to the Vise Flu that runs rampant through the GJ forum, I finally succumbed and purchased a Reed 404A from a seller in another state. The vise arrived today via UPS and it looks to be in very good shape overall consistent with the seller's comments, greasy and dirty, but not...

My seemingly-eternal quest for a good vise as a restoration project with my son goes on. I'm looking at a Reed 404 1/2 and the seller says there's about 1/16th of an inch of play in the dynamic jaw when the vise is fully opened. Otherwise it's reportedly in great shape. Is a certain amount of...

I posted this in the flooring section, but think it might be appropriate here, too. I was at Costco today and they've put rolls of G-Floor on rebate so it's now $1.059/sq ft or $135/roll, so I'm seriously considering it, as epoxy isn't in the budget. It's the black diamond-tread pattern. I've...

I was at Costco today and they've put rolls of G-Floor on rebate so it's now $1.059/sq ft or $135/roll, so I'm seriously considering it, as epoxy isn't in the budget. It's the black diamond-tread pattern. I've read a number of postings here that are generally positive about G-Floor, but I...

For the monster vise lovers out there, here's a Chas Parker 978 for sale in AZ (Tucson). 297 lbs. Comes on a 175 lb stand. Unfortunately, it also comes with a monster price tag...:scared: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/tls/4392039986.html Cheers!

Show off how you've turned the mundane into the cool! Let's see those garage/workshop trash cans!

I have the opportunity to acquire a vise, but the seller doesn't know what it is. She says it only has a "6" on it, nothing else stamped, which makes me a little leery. Any sage vise gurus out there who know what it is? These are the highest resolution photos I have...sorry! Thanks, -Lombie

Unrestored is fine, as I intend to do restoration project with my son, but must be in excellent working condition without damage or repairs and have all original parts. Thanks!

I hope I can articulate my question clearly. Thanks in large part to the "Vises of Garage Journal" thread, I've caught "vise fever" and I'm doing my best to get up to speed so I can make my first vintage USA-made vise acquisition for my garage workbench. I'm hoping to turn it into a...

Home Depot is running the best deal I've found for a new Milwaukee M12 rotary tool, complete kit. I've found the tool with battery for as low as $60 at a pawn shop, but I'll pay $20 more for new with charger, accessories, and warranty. It's been out of stock online, but yesterday my order was...

Hello, I'm looking to climate control my garage with a ductless heating/cooling system and wondered if anyone can recommend a reputable contractor in the Phoenix area, based on first-hand experience? Thanks! -Lombie

I've had some spalling on the stem wall in my garage, which I'm repairing with Sikatop 123 and sealing with Dry-Lok. My question relates to the felt stem wall expansion joint that runs between the stem wall and the garage floor. Due to exposure to moisture, in some areas it's flaking away...

Hello, I received an 8' Gladiator workbench for Christmas and am in the market for some cabinets and rolling tool boxes as I overhaul my garage. I was thinking about sticking with Gladiator for uniformity, but I can't find their case goods in stock anywhere to assess the quality. Anyone...

Hi guys, I got a new Gladiator workbench for Christmas with a solid maple top. I know it's a workbench for a reason and I accept that it's going to show "character" over time, but does anyone have recommendations for initial steps that I can or should take while the bench is virgin to protect...

Hello, First post! :) I have the opportunity to purchase a non-swiveling Athol 613 for $60. I haven't seen it in person, but the current owner claims it's in very good condition and operates smoothly. Based on the paint, I'm thinking it's been refurbished at some point, but the owner doesn't...