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As I continue to unpack tools that came from my dad's estate, I came across a n SK 45175 3/8" Drive Ratchet that wouldn't ratchet. I remember using this tool as a kid, nearly 50 years ago. Of course, I took it apart and cleaned it. After reassembling it, it still skipped. On the odd chance...

Grandson has M18 tools. We are looking at getting a Milwaukee cordless vac. I need to know , are M18 and M18 fuel batteries interchangable? Sent from my SM-J727V using The Garage Journal mobile app

I recently bought a set of Sunex Hex drive sockets. They came in this rail. I really like the style of the aluminum rail and the plastic holders. Does anyone know if this type of rail is available for purchase? Thanks

I recently purchased a Kobalt 80 volt chain saw, as my 20 year homelite died a terrible death. After several sessions of cutting trees to burn, I have to give the saw 2 thumbs up. It does everything the old homelite did, and far less noise. If anyone is in the market for a chain saw, I...

I picked up this wrench at a 2nd hand store, today. The markings on it read, "C.&M. 3R". Does anyone have a clue about it's origin? Thanks in advance

Earlier this week, I was in Kansas City. I got to stop at HJE, picked up a couple of small items and promptly forgot to ask if there will be an Epstein Day this year. Anyone have any information? Thanks

I stopped by a local second hand store, yesterday. Among other things, I picked up for $15.00: 1)-PowrKraft 3/8 drive flex head ratchet (Wright 3428) 1)-Bonney 1-702K 3/8 Ratchet 2)-Craftsman 44809 1/2 Drive Ratchets (Date Codes VJ & VN) Both were rusted and not working. After taking them...

I recently acquired this pair of pliers in a a box lot. what's interesting is that the jaws are bent, not showing any signs of a previous owner heating them up. Were these made this way or modified?

On a recent pawn shop visit, I picked up several WIZARD branded sockets. On most, if not all of them, there is a letter after the part number. Is this a date code or possibly a manufacturer code? Thanks for your help

I recently acquired a K30, Brown Kennedy carry box. Box is 20" x 8 1/2". I'm looking for a tray, as this one came without one. Thanks

I have several of these clamps. I particularly like the fact that the clamping mechanism stays close to the bar, rather than the pistol grip that most companies make. I haven't seen this type anywhere in the last several years.

I came home with a box of tools from a local thrift store, today. 3 of the wrenches are marked "SELECT STEEL". Can someone confirm this? Thanks

I was at a Meijer store this evening, in the Detroit area, and they had a select assortment of Tekton tools on clearance 25% off. In addition, there was a sign offering another 25% off of clearance tools & hardware. I bought both a 1/4 and 3/8 composite ratchets, the price was really good...

I recently bought a box of small tools, while sorting it tonight, I discovered my first 2 5/16 rive tools. a Bonney 5/16 F X 1/4 M adapter a small SnapOn socket My question is, how common is this 5/16 drive stuff. thanks

I just bought this little treasure. It was in a box with a bunch of assorted wrenches and sockets (mostly truck brands). Not only does it work well, it has the plug included. It was an early Christmas. The average price for everything in the box was less than $1.00 per item

As I have a little time, I started researching stuff that's been sitting around in the shop. This is the first set of parallel jaw pliers with a side cutter that I have ever seen. This one is 6" long

Wandering a local pawn shop, there wasn't much to see. Spent $1.00 on my 1st Vlchek pliers

In a box of stuff, I found a pair of pliers that looks similar to fencing pliers. I don't recognize the markings. The tool is about 10 inches in overall length. Attached are pictures of the head, and a close up of the markings on the head and inside the handle. Any help would be appreciated...

I have a pair of Craftsman slip joint pliers, made in Japan. These are stamped with the model number and "BF". I have some marked "WF" (Western Forge". This has me confused. Thanks

I am considering placing an order with them, The price for an SK 1/4" socket set is comparable to Amazon, but with a 15% discount and a 10% rebate, it's hard to say no. Any comments are welcome. Thanks