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[four.cycle]

Well... that boat has five air chambers, so it will remain afloat even with a puncture in one of them.
I sliced open the bottom of another one coming back from Long Island - it was low tide and I scraped the bottom across an oyster bed.
Still made it back to land, though.

Problem comes in when you have to literally "swim" downstream in one of our rivers. I've made it as far as about a quarter of a mile (on the Nisqually, trying to catch up to my buddy who was floating on a log) but after that the chill becomes debilitating.

 

[mikeinri]

I know some guys who surf in the winter here in New England. I don't know how cold the Atlantic Ocean's coastal waters get (especially given our proximity to the Gulf Stream), but I'm sure it's at least a little warmer than snow melting and running down rivers up in the mountains!

Of course, I know it'll kill you quickly if you end up in it without the right protective gear.

EDIT: Amazon "deal" on a "winter" wetsuit. While it's the right thickness, no one I know would surf in the winter without a built-in hood...

Amazon.com: Lansru Wetsuit, 5/4mm Upgrade CR Neoprene Wetsuits for Men and Women, Ideal Thermal Wet Suit in Cold Water, Front Zip for Surfing Snorkeling Diving Swimming : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com: Lansru Wetsuit, 5/4mm Upgrade CR Neoprene Wetsuits for Men and Women, Ideal Thermal Wet Suit in Cold Water, Front Zip for Surfing Snorkeling Diving Swimming : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

Mike

 

[ching0n]

I don't have a band saw and these portable units w/a base are increasingly popular. This blue one appears identical to the vevor which shockingly enough is one of the better units available in that price range (w/the base). The "klutch" from northern tool has some premium features like tool-less base detachment and a lock pin to keep it from falling down but it appears there's an issue with it popping blades when running. Plus "curtainboro" just speaks to me, you know?

Portable Band Saw, 1100w Metal Cutting Saw with 5" Depth & Adjustable Angle, Stainless Steel Base, Ideal for Steel, Pipe & Metal Work - Amazon.com

Portable Band Saw, 1100w Metal Cutting Saw with 5" Depth & Adjustable Angle, Stainless Steel Base, Ideal for Steel, Pipe & Metal Work - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

DEWALT Portable Band Saw Blade, 44-7/8-Inch, .020-Inch, 24 TPI, 3-Pack (DW3984) - Amazon.com

DEWALT Portable Band Saw Blade, 44-7/8-Inch, .020-Inch, 24 TPI, 3-Pack (DW3984) - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

arrived in super beat up box w/a hole on it, missing allen wrench, manual, and I'm guessing spare brushes. Cut through 1x5" cast iron weight in under a min w/the included m42 blade though. Quite a bit quieter than a chop saw but probably as loud as a brushless angle grinder w/o the mess. Very little wander going vertical (I reckon < 1/16

 

[930dreamer]

Well... that boat has five air chambers, so it will remain afloat even with a puncture in one of them.
I sliced open the bottom of another one coming back from Long Island - it was low tide and I scraped the bottom across an oyster bed.
Still made it back to land, though.

Problem comes in when you have to literally "swim" downstream in one of our rivers. I've made it as far as about a quarter of a mile (on the Nisqually, trying to catch up to my buddy who was floating on a log) but after that the chill becomes debilitating.

I remember doing boat ops on the Nisqually in the 80's. Great times!

 

[wire]

I paid $10 more for this a year ago but it's worth it. This will leave a mark in steel that you'll know about. I almost feel like I should buy another at this price but it's a Starrett, it's not gonna break. I'll only need another one if I lose it.

 

[bas157]

Great price on the Starrett. Curious if there are knockoff of these though due to the seller. One of their reviews indicates another tool was counterfeit. Other cheap sellers see questionable too.

 

[Pinne]

Starrett is making some tools in China, it's difficult to tell which of the Amazon listings are US sourced versus Chinese sourced. The tools seem to be identical but just keep in mind if you're wanting the traditional US made.

 

[ching0n]

Great price on the Starrett. Curious if there are knockoff of these though due to the seller. One of their reviews indicates another tool was counterfeit. Other cheap sellers see questionable too.

the HF one is not bad. I bought some HF clones on amazon that were weak
edit: looks like reviews show the new HF punch not as good as old ones.....I might have one of the old ones.

 

[finn]

the HF one is not bad. I bought some HF clones on amazon that were weak
edit: looks like reviews show the new HF punch not as good as old ones.....I might have one of the old ones.

I have a couple of the HF versions..
Junk is all I can say.

 

[PugetDude]

I have a couple of the HF versions..
Junk is all I can say.

They would work great if you somehow had the need to centerpunch a wheel of cheese.

 

[shoot summ]

I got the starrett punch today, tested it against a chinese version, and the neiko on aluminum. Absolutely no comparison, it is hard to get the starrett to fire, and it whollops when it does.

Right to left, chinese, neiko, and starrett, you decide...

 

[TheRealBastard]

I wish I actually needed this...
(Clip coupon to get this price)

 

[TheRealBastard]

Yay

 

[darrowco]

I wish I actually needed this...
(Clip coupon to get this price)

Great gift tho - order placed, thanks TheRealBastard!

 

[fishwatcher]

I'm genuinely curious, and I'm sure many others are as well. Please let us all know how you guys make out with the toolbox order.

I ordered mine August 28th.

It said from the beginning it would come Sept 18th. Then it went from clearing customs at LAX to out for delivery today (and I’m in Northern California).

No extra tariffs, free shipping. If you look at them on Amazon now, the prices are back up to $35 or more and the red one that’s available for $11.36 costs $29.39 to ship.
Double-check the cost of the product and the shipping price.

Picture is a duplicate from the Toyo Y-350 thread since this topic has come up in a couple of places on GJ.

 

[NUTTSGT]

Try to keep it on topic guys.

 

[SkinnyG]

You jerks made me buy a new center punch.

 

[MichaelP]

You're not alone if it makes you feel better. But I was strong enough to wait for a day hoping that the sale will end.
No such luck!

 

[PugetDude]

You jerks made me buy a new center punch.

Now I can't find the link...

 

[rvieceli]

@PugetDude

Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch with Adjustable Stroke - 5-1/4" Length, 11/16" Punch Diameter, Lightweight, Knurled Steel Handle - 18C: Hand Tool Center Punches: Amazon.com: Tools & Home Improvement

Starrett Steel Automatic Center Punch with Adjustable Stroke - 5-1/4" Length, 11/16" Punch Diameter, Lightweight, Knurled Steel Handle - 18C: Hand Tool Center Punches: Amazon.com: Tools & Home Improvement

a.co

Ron

 

[luckyseven]

You're not alone if it makes you feel better. But I was strong enough to wait for a day hoping that the sale will end.
No such luck!

I did the same thing. I unfortunately (or fortunately for me) pulled the trigger this afternoon cause it is too good to pass up.

 

[FJ 432]

Bought a punch. Thanks.

 

[wire]

I did some research on fake Starrett punches since there was concern. Apparently the fakes are quite good but this was where it fell short. Found on practical machinist. The shape of the anvil affects the smoothness or repeatability of the punch action. I checked mine and it looks like the anvil on the right. Mine has never failed to deploy.

 

[MOS3522]

I did some research on fake Starrett punches since there was concern. Apparently the fakes are quite good but this was where it fell short. Found on practical machinist. The shape of the anvil affects the smoothness or repeatability of the punch action. I checked mine and it looks like the anvil on the right. Mine has never failed to deploy.

Thanks for digging that up, mine is arriving today and I will check it and report back.

 

[ching0n]

I outgrew my 0-1". FWIW, you can get similar vintage USA made kits on ebay for about as much but typically won't come w/the calibration standards.

Beaiguna 4PCS Micrometer Set, 0-1"/1-2"/2-3"/3-4" Machinist Outside Micrometer Measuring Tool, Ultra-Precision 0.0001" Graduation Micrometers, Professional Machinist Tools Set: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

Beaiguna 4PCS Micrometer Set, 0-1"/1-2"/2-3"/3-4" Machinist Outside Micrometer Measuring Tool, Ultra-Precision 0.0001" Graduation Micrometers, Professional Machinist Tools Set: Amazon.com: Industrial & Scientific

www.amazon.com

 

[MOS3522]

Starrett punch appears to be legitimate. Packaging is very high-quality and the interior anvil matches the referenced photo. But unfortunately Amazon’s label obscured the country of origin on the box and I can’t make one out on the punch itself.

 

[wire]

I was able to peel Amazon's label off mine without destroying Starrett's.

 

[ching0n]

Amazon.com

cheaper than piecing it together:

 

[Mike007]

Starrett is making some tools in China, it's difficult to tell which of the Amazon listings are US sourced versus Chinese sourced. The tools seem to be identical but just keep in mind if you're wanting the traditional US made.

I received the Starrett punch today that I didn't need yet ordered anyway. It really has a great kick to it. That said, there is no country of origin on it. So I'm quite certain its not USA. But for $30, its a good tool.

 

[frampton]

I wish I actually needed this...
(Clip coupon to get this price)

That's a crazy good deal. I'm glad I missed it cause I really don't need it, but I'm certain I would have jumped.

 

[Wolf46]

I received the Starrett punch today that I didn't need yet ordered anyway. It really has a great kick to it. That said, there is no country of origin on it. So I'm quite certain its not USA. But for $30, its a good tool.

According to the Starrett website, the 18C punch is made in China.

 

[wire]

I wish I actually needed this...
(Clip coupon to get this price)

The coupon wasn't available to me in either of my accounts. I might be suffering tool envy right now except I have this set. Snagged at $120 so in spite of Amazon leaving me out I didn't need it anyway

 

[TheRealBastard]

That's a crazy good deal. I'm glad I missed it cause I really don't need it, but I'm certain I would have jumped.

It took a lot of discipline for me not to not buy it.....

 

[Ohio Andy]

According to the Starrett website, the 18C punch is made in China.

I bought spring tools brand.

Spring Tools Hammerless Nail Sets

America's choice for Spring Driven Technology, join the Hammerless revolution! Hammerless nail sets, hammerless punches, hammerless center punches, woodworking and metalworking sets and items. #1 Painters tool in America - PM407

springtools.com

I was using it to drive a pin yesterday.

 

[wire]

I bought spring tools brand.

Spring Tools Hammerless Nail Sets

America's choice for Spring Driven Technology, join the Hammerless revolution! Hammerless nail sets, hammerless punches, hammerless center punches, woodworking and metalworking sets and items. #1 Painters tool in America - PM407

springtools.com

I was using it to drive a pin yesterday.

They are the best! I have the Mayhew set

 

[ching0n]

I bought spring tools brand.

Spring Tools Hammerless Nail Sets

America's choice for Spring Driven Technology, join the Hammerless revolution! Hammerless nail sets, hammerless punches, hammerless center punches, woodworking and metalworking sets and items. #1 Painters tool in America - PM407

springtools.com

I was using it to drive a pin yesterday.

I was looking at those yesterday and considered getting the singles. There's a decent set for like 54$ish

 

[SMOKEYBEAR]

I was able to peel Amazon's label off mine without destroying Starrett's.

Mine arrived exactly the same.

 

[Snip's]

I was able to peel Amazon's label off mine without destroying Starrett's.

It's interesting the Starrett label has changed, dropping the "Made in United States"...
Got mine about 5 years ago...

 

[autobon7]

They are the best! I have the Mayhew set

Have that set and love em

 

[ching0n]

I've found my diamond hones from my knife sharpener useful in the garage so ordering set for use in the garage:

Amazon.com

Amazon.com

Amazon.com