Harry J. Epstein Day 2025

[ryan.halligan]

Not sure if I signed up correctly leading up to this, but Order #19567 is in the books At any rate. Here‘s to many more Days of Epstein.

 

[cdoublejj]

order 19568 submitted for local pick up with free pancakes.

Who wants to help me give out handies out back top pay for all this?



i have WAAAYYYY too many drill bits to buying more


anyone using that new drill lube gel stuff? might as well the bits last and help out with the handies.

 

[Squankum]

The old guy who ran my college's physics department machine shop had a story about having to chisel a keyway in the middle of a big shaft in some giant machine, while it was still installed. His apprentices took turns holding onto his feet so he didn't fall in.

And it was the old days, so they were drinking martinis!

 

[Squankum]

order 19568 submitted for local pick up with free pancakes.

Who wants to help me give out handies out back top pay for all this?

Andy Richter will help!


(Warning: crude, sophomoric humor.)

 

[134k]

19573 is in.

 

[fishwatcher]

I just ordered for the first time during the HJE Fourth of July event.

Order# 19576.

 

[NUTTSGT]

I don’t recall being prompted for the discount code “Spatula City” during the checkout. Perhaps it did not apply to my items?

Did you not enter SPATULA CITY in the discount code box ?

 

[ohhimark]

Andy Richter will help!


(Warning: crude, sophomoric humor.)

or Cory and Trevor

 

[larry4406]

Did you not enter SPATULA CITY in the discount code box ?

I don't recall being being prompted for or seeing the discount code box. I used Paypal vs Shop so maybe that had something to do with it?

 

[NUTTSGT]

I don't recall being being prompted for or seeing the discount code box. I used Paypal vs Shop so maybe that had something to do with it?

That I can't answer Larry, the screen shot is something I did to see if it worked on my phone and I placed my order on my laptop.

It showed on both for me.

 

[HDI]

That I can't answer Larry, the screen shot is something I did to see if it worked on my phone and I placed my order on my laptop.

It showed on both for me.

I clicked checkout button(via phone) and it allowed me to enter code and then PayPal payment.

 

[Squankum]

I don't recall being being prompted for or seeing the discount code box. I used Paypal vs Shop so maybe that had something to do with it?

Yeah, I blow this every year -- used to use PayPal, this year, the Shop, and I totally forget these details. or where to type them in.

 

[tmshort]

If you guys keep posting the cool stuff I overlooked I might have to make a second order...

 

[jimf]

Yep... a very dangerous valuable thread. I just placed my second order!

 

[jsackin]

So it's not even close. The Vessel Water Faucet Screwdriver is by far the most popular item.

Vessel 18mm Wide Water faucet Screwdriver (5700WP)

///brand_for_product_detail=Acme,close_out=Yes,companydescription=??? - Made in Japan,condition=New,condition_google=new,cost=0.250000,countrymade=Made in Japan,country_flag=/j/a/japansocketcloseout.jpg,featured=0,flag=/j/a/japansocketcloseout.jpg,identifier_exists=0,instock=in...

www.harryepstein.com

 

[jgeoffr]

Second order placed! 19585.

Don't think I'll make it out of the Middle East this summer but dear wife should be able to pick up the orders!

 

[Etchase]

So it's not even close. The Vessel Water Faucet Screwdriver is by far the most popular item.

Vessel 18mm Wide Water faucet Screwdriver (5700WP)

///brand_for_product_detail=Acme,close_out=Yes,companydescription=??? - Made in Japan,condition=New,condition_google=new,cost=0.250000,countrymade=Made in Japan,country_flag=/j/a/japansocketcloseout.jpg,featured=0,flag=/j/a/japansocketcloseout.jpg,identifier_exists=0,instock=in...

www.harryepstein.com

Now we need to get vessel to put a curved bottom on their faucet screwdriver, so I can stop carrying a quarter to open panels, and stop stalking that ridiculously priced PB Swiss version.

 

[Mr.zippy]

Yeah, I blow this every year -- used to use PayPal, this year, the Shop, and I totally forget these details. or where to type them in.

I forgot this year as well. Oh well, I'm fine with paying their price. It's a great store with fine people running the show!

 

[reddog289]

I paid full price, But I love Epsteins.
Better stuff than Harbor Freight at great prices.

 

[Pinne]

Now we need to get vessel to put a curved bottom on their faucet screwdriver, so I can stop carrying a quarter to open panels, and stop stalking that ridiculously priced PB Swiss version.

Vessel 5700BD is the closest option, it's good for those panel plugs.

 

[NightSky]

So it's not even close. The Vessel Water Faucet Screwdriver is by far the most popular item.

Vessel 18mm Wide Water faucet Screwdriver (5700WP)

///brand_for_product_detail=Acme,close_out=Yes,companydescription=??? - Made in Japan,condition=New,condition_google=new,cost=0.250000,countrymade=Made in Japan,country_flag=/j/a/japansocketcloseout.jpg,featured=0,flag=/j/a/japansocketcloseout.jpg,identifier_exists=0,instock=in...

www.harryepstein.com

Interesting, I looked at that but it was difficult to get a sense of the scale/size from the online pics.

By the way, what does "Availability: -27 in stock" mean?

 

[reddog289]

I paid full price, But I love Epsteins.
Better stuff than Harbor Freight at great prices.

I should have tried using Caps for the Code.

 

[OCJohn]

PS. The A/C is now fixed.

Amen!

 

[jsackin]

Interesting, I looked at that but it was difficult to get a sense of the scale/size from the online pics.

By the way, what does "Availability: -27 in stock" mean?

It means we way over sold but luckily they’re already on order

 

[NightSky]

It means we way over sold but luckily they’re already on order

So they could be put in a cart and purchased?

By the way, what the heck are you doing online today? You've got a very busy day lined up tomorrow and the day after... Get some rest!

 

[Squankum]

Vessel 5700BD is the closest option, it's good for those panel plugs.

You might want a coin driver. PB Swiss makes... oh, I see you've looked. Okay, for $10 less, try Top from Japan, TRD-45. Meant for battery hatches on cameras and the like, I'm guessing just fine for Dzus fasteners or battery cell caps.

HJE has some Top tools but not this one, I don't think. PBSwiss's has a nice big handle.

https://www.amazon.com/TOP-TRD-45/dp/B000AQOEGK?tag=atomicindus08-20

See also, Moroso 71600 for something thin and light for pocket or tool bag. Heck, Amazon has the same from Jeg's for $6ish. Search for "quarter turn fastener tool." I like the looks of the Beta and it's just under $20. (And it's a lot burlier than my Moroso which has vanished, thanks to its size.)

 

[ptabatcher]

So it's not even close. The Vessel Water Faucet Screwdriver is by far the most popular item.

Vessel 18mm Wide Water faucet Screwdriver (5700WP)

///brand_for_product_detail=Acme,close_out=Yes,companydescription=??? - Made in Japan,condition=New,condition_google=new,cost=0.250000,countrymade=Made in Japan,country_flag=/j/a/japansocketcloseout.jpg,featured=0,flag=/j/a/japansocketcloseout.jpg,identifier_exists=0,instock=in...

www.harryepstein.com

Ha. I had that in my cart and then removed it before checkout.

 

[Pinne]

You might want a coin driver. PB Swiss makes... oh, I see you've looked. Okay, for $10 less, try Top from Japan, TRD-45. Meant for battery hatches on cameras and the like, I'm guessing just fine for Dzus fasteners or battery cell caps.

HJE has some Top tools but not this one, I don't think. PBSwiss's has a nice big handle.

https://www.amazon.com/TOP-TRD-45/dp/B000AQOEGK?tag=atomicindus08-20

See also, Moroso 71600 for something thin and light for pocket or tool bag. Heck, Amazon has the same from Jeg's for $6ish. Search for "quarter turn fastener tool." I like the looks of the Beta and it's just under $20. (And it's a lot burlier than my Moroso which has vanished, thanks to its size.)

I have a handful of those coin drivers, the 5700BD is just the closest from Vessel. It's a pretty cool little tool though and relatively versatile with the 10mm hex that can double as a hook to pull up on opened fasteners.

The PB is nicer - fit / finish / handle is all great. But they're generally $20+.

Anex makes a 110mm bit that you can put into a handle of your choice - ANEX AHC-1511. They're $6 or so in Japan, about double in the US.

 

[hammlm]

Order #19602 placed. Missed the option for a note ! Thanks for the HJE day and happy 4th!

Box art pleeease ! If you get this !

 

[StillTooManyHobbies]

Order 19604 on the books!

Order summary​

​ 2025 Epstein's Day T-shirt (2025-XXXL) × 1 30.00​ ​ 6MM Eklind Balldriver L Wrench (18612) × 1 SPATULA CITY (-$0.25) $2.50 $2.25​ ​ 5MM Eklind Balldriver L Wrench (18610) × 1 SPATULA CITY (-$0.19) $1.99 $1.80​ ​ 7/64" Jobber Length Norseman High Speed Drill Bit (764HS) (02810) × 2 SPATULA CITY (-$0.14) $1.40 $1.26​ ​ Wilde 1" Pull Scraper (516C.B/CC) × 1 $10.85​ ​ Alfa Tools 1/4" Hex to 1/4" Square Drive 6" Adapter (SE059) × 3 $6.75​ ​ 32-48 oz. Machinist Wood Hammer Handle (218-AA) × 1 $5.50​ ​ 2" Long Trim Brush (500-20) × 2 $4.00​ ​ $5 Mystery Box × 1 $5.00​ ​ 6" x 5/16" Square Shank Screwdriver (HJESD) × 1 SPATULA CITY (-$0.27) $2.75 $2.48​ ​ Magnolia Wooden Handle Stainless Steel Cleaning Brush (274) × 3 SPATULA CITY (-$0.48) $4.80 $4.32​ ​ Dexter Russell Traditional 7" x 2" Chinese Chef's Knife Walnut Handle (8030-S5197) × 1 $34.95​

 

[zanyad]

Order #19608

Product	SKU	Qty
Vessel 18mm Wide Water faucet Screwdriver (5700WP)	5700WP	1
Cargo Hook w/ Keeper Clip (CLIPPY)	CLIPPY	1
$5 Mystery Box	MYSTERY	1
Top Hyper Monkey 6 1/2" (165mm) Adjustable Wrench ZERO (HM-25)	HM-25	1
Toyo Steel Stackable Storage Toolbox T-190 Blue (TO-T190BU)	TO-T190BU	1
Toyo Steel Stackable Storage Toolbox T-190 Antique Green(TO-T190AG)	TO-T190AG	1
Jawco Rethreading Die Set Coarse Thread 8pc 1/4"-3/4" NC-USS (C8)	C8	1
Wilde 7" Cotter Key Extractor (544.Z/BB)	544.Z/BB	1
2025 Epstein's Day T-shirt (2025-L)	2025-L	1
HJE Super Secret Decoder Ring (VOLVELLE)	VOLVELLE	1
4 Piece USA Leather Chisel Protector Set (1/4" 1/2" 3/4" 1") (NO49)	NO49	1
Top Hyper Monkey 10 1/2" (263mm) Adjustable Wrench ZERO (HM-38)	HM-38	1
6" E-Z Lock Professional Locking Pliers USA (45260)	45260	1
US Made Leather Axe Sheath for Single Bit Axe (A5)	A5	1
Top Grain Leather Knife Sheath for French Folding Knives #7 and #8 (OP1)	OP1	1

 

[PugetDude]

Order #19326 is on the way.

 

[Odd-job]

Order #19594 in!

 

[Theronswanson]

Order 19611. If my wife gets the a
Package before I do, it's been nice knowing yall!

 

[jsackin]

FYI: I've left the discount spigot on as we prepare today to get everything together. I haven't counted the final numbers but this was the biggest Epstein's Day yet. Thanks guys for supporting US manufacturing and our little tool store in the midwest.

 

[PugetDude]

FYI: I've left the discount spigot on as we prepare today to get everything together. I haven't counted the final numbers but this was the biggest Epstein's Day yet. Thanks guys for supporting US manufacturing and our little tool store in the midwest.

Hey Jorie, I see my order there on the bottom of the stack. Flip that pile over before you start processing these orders!

 

[LB-1911]

FYI: I've left the discount spigot on as we prepare today to get everything together. I haven't counted the final numbers, but this was the biggest Epstein's Day yet. Thanks, guys, for supporting US manufacturing and our little tool store in the Midwest.

/\
2nd bite of the apple # 19625.
eta

2017 Epstein's Day?

I need one of those chisel pouches!

www.garagejournal.com

 

[tjpavlov]

Order #19628 submitted. I always wait until the last minute since this thread always shows me something I didn't know I needed.

 

[moto_ridah]

Order #19635 in

 

[AndreaW]

Placed my second order yesterday and my third today. Ok, I'm done. Maybe.