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    Proto Duratek Slotted Tip Thickness

    I have been using my Proto yellow handled slotted screwdrivers for electric and recently tried out the Duratek's. This is where I noticed something peculiar. On cover plate screws I can use either 3/16 or 1/4 on the yellow handles. However, some of the legacy screws seem to be smaller...
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    Zephyr Industrial "X" Hardness Phillips Bits

    Has anyone experienced Zephyr Industrial "X" Hardness Phillips bits damaging screw heads? I started using Zephyr power bits a few months ago and have occasionally observed both Phillips and ACR-B-Phillips (PH2 and PH3 bits) damaging Phillips screw heads before the clutch releases and thus...
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    Milwaukee USA Pliers

    Would like to share my recent experience with Milwaukee's USA made pliers. My desire was to support Milwaukee, in that they created jobs in America and built a brand new plant in West Bend, Wisconsin. This comes at a time when Klein appears to be moving jobs offshore, evident at Lowe's where...
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    Channellock 428

    Recently began utilizing a Channellock 428 while supporting hospital facilities maintenance. Has anyone found the 428 a worthy substitute for the Channellock 420? Positives: Compact and fits the hand well SAFE-T-STOP Differences: One less adjustment position Slightly smaller capacity Shorter...
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    Help Identifying Pliers

    Requesting help identifying these pliers. No visible makers marks. Pliers gifted to me by fellow mechanic who knew I had a few vintage tools. Scuttlebutt is these pliers had been languishing unused in a maintenance shop for many years.
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