Search results

One of my favorite tools is a carbide scraper. I bought it years ago at Lowe’s and cannot find a replacement. My son wants one but I have no idea who makes or sells it. The tool is basically a carbide insert mounted on the end of a robust screwdriver handle and shaft. i find this wonderfully...

I recently spent some time and money on a new locking strategy for all of the trailers and equipment for my kid’s marching band program. I also spent some time during the pandemic at home picking locks as a hobby, and I was appalled at how easy to pick Master Locks are. Bridging the gap...

A while back on bikeforums.com, I decided to take some good photos of various hex key tips to try and help me articulate why I prefer some keys over others. I also think that some on this forum might find this useful or interesting. The tip really highlights the differences between...

I recently picked up a Reed 405 1/2 vise in what appears to be pretty good condition. I was able to take off the swivel base without extra effort and the dynamic jaw came out with only a minimal amount of filing at the end of the slide. Does the pin holding the main nut need to be hammered...

I recently ordered a Wilton 400S vise and when I received it, the handle is bent to the extend that it does not slide freely and has to be clocked a certain way to slide through the spindle. Judging from the damage to the box, the vise was dropped in the box with the handle taking the impact...