the Nepros brand hand tool thread
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TenderTendon
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Fedwrench
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go to frankstools.com see if he has what you're looking for and have him ship it USPS Flat Rate to avoid the issues
superautobacs
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It's been a while since I ordered from Nepros.net, but IIRC, they used DHL or FedEx.
I would just ask them.
I would just ask them.
TenderTendon
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I checked out Frankstools. The total was $65 more there than it is direct from Nepros. I just sent Nepros a message. We'll see what they have to say. Thank you.
wormfood
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Am I the only one that never realized that the Nepros ratchet handles are hollow? (well the grip anyways)
http://kyototool.tumblr.com/post/117639182222/do-you-know-that-the-grip-of-nepros-ratchet-handle
http://kyototool.tumblr.com/post/117639182222/do-you-know-that-the-grip-of-nepros-ratchet-handle
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Interesting. I'm not sure if my 3/8" breaker is too ?
Give me $65 and I'll crank the bandsaw and find out !
Give me $65 and I'll crank the bandsaw and find out !
superautobacs
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Interesting. I'm not sure if my 3/8" breaker is too ?
Give me $65 and I'll crank the bandsaw and find out !
No need; save your bandsaw blade!
I shot this the other day at work because I was just so captivated by the mirror finish.
I think these two videos belongs here:
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The attention to detail and finish is impressive on those Nepros tools. Do you find the chrome to be more resistant to marring than other tools? Also from what I understand, the ring on the sockets don't do the greatest job of providing grip. Does the grove for the ring provide grip on its own to remove sockets from drive tools without the black ring in place? Not sure how it would look or feel to simply remove the rubber rings, especially since oil getting between the ring and socket prevents it from being used to turn it.
superautobacs
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As far as the durability of the chrome goes, it's absolutely top-tier. I've been using them for several years now and I have no complaints. Compared to, say the chrome on Gearwrench tools, the surface is much more durable. The chrome from Taiwan/China, from what I've experienced, looks great when new, but wear significantly faster.
The rubber ring works fine in clean environments. If you are relying on them for grip in oily environments, forget it. You might as well remove them.
Yes, the groove will aid in the removal from a drive tool.
ricleh
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I just received 4 of the Urushi ratchets I ordered from Nepros. They are really outstanding quality. Too beautiful to use as a tool. Absolutely extraordinary craftsmanship.
ricleh
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Here you go Monte.
superautobacs
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WOW 
The master craftsmanship of Kyoto artisans!
Could you please take photos of each leaflet?
The master craftsmanship of Kyoto artisans!
Could you please take photos of each leaflet?
ricleh
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Superautobacs, I hope this is what you requested.
drewvdw
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Are they really worth $490 each?
ricleh
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That is a question that each person has to ask themselves. It was worth it to me. At another time in my life I would never have considered such a purchase. I also purchased these to see what the craftsmanship was like. I am considering purchasing the other Urushi ratchets, but that will be over $20,000.00 and I haven't convinced myself yet to spend that much money on a set of ratchets that I will never use as a tool.
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Dave455
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I can put your mind at rest with regard to the durability of the chrome!
As most of us know here, this is something that varies considerably between differing qualities of tool. Cheap chrome looks good at first, but scratches easily, wears, and even rusts! Decent chrome, and I'm thinking Snap On here, lasts and lasts!
I havn't owned my Nepros tools as long as some, only a couple of years in fact, but early indications are that the chroming is up there with the best of 'em! and yes, it seems to be more resistant to marring than most tools. My Nepros wrenches have been fairly well used, and dropped, and so far have no marks! Impressive!
With regard to the rubber rings, I think you have to bear in mind that Nepros are trying to provide a tool suitable for all professional markets. Many pro customers require their tools to be colour coded for tool control purposes, and manufacturers supply tools with either painted grooves, or coloured rings ,when required.
As far as i can see, Nepros are simply offering this facility as standard (you can see the alternative coloured rings on the website) but it shouldn't be thought of as anything more than an identifier, and might as well be removed! As far as I can determine these rings serve no other purpose!
Dave455
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Here you go Monte.
I can only echo the sentiments expressed above! Namely - WOW!
I know how much work goes into these and that price isn't actually that bad, although unlike things such as Urushi fountain pens, that would get used occasionally, these probably wouldn't, so probably not for me!
I say "probably' not for me, but that green one would look awesome next to my Pelikan 1000.....!
superautobacs
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Yes, that's exactly what I was wanting. Thank you! They complete the experience of owning such works of art, and I wouldn't expect anything less from KTC/Nepros. Thank you again for sharing them with us.
Thank you Dave & Superautobacs for your responses. That's exactly the information I was looking for. It can be challenging to find real world feedback on this brand from people that actually use them.
Ricleh...I hate you Without a doubt, if I had the funds, I'd buy those beautiful ratchets and place them in a satin lined case on the bed next to me. My girlfriend can go sleep on the floor. I'd have to kiss them goodnight 
Ricleh...I hate you
Without a doubt, if I had the funds, I'd buy those beautiful ratchets and place them in a satin lined case on the bed next to me. My girlfriend can go sleep on the floor. I'd have to kiss them goodnight Grant Gunderson
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Superautobacs,
Where is Tokyo did you pick up the Nepros stuff? Remember seeing you mention it but forgot where. I am heading back over next week for work and have a day at the end in Tokyo to pick up some more knifes for the wife and Nepros for my self.
Where is Tokyo did you pick up the Nepros stuff? Remember seeing you mention it but forgot where. I am heading back over next week for work and have a day at the end in Tokyo to pick up some more knifes for the wife and Nepros for my self.
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=5344183
Hey Grant, I was able to find the link above where directions and info was given about the stores in Tokyo. There are also tons of pics on the Tools of Japan forum in case you want to get some ideas of the kinds of things that are available so you can go prepared with a budget and tool list. Hope this helps you get started on your research for now.
Hey Grant, I was able to find the link above where directions and info was given about the stores in Tokyo. There are also tons of pics on the Tools of Japan forum in case you want to get some ideas of the kinds of things that are available so you can go prepared with a budget and tool list. Hope this helps you get started on your research for now.
Grant Gunderson
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Thanks Rusty. Just the link I was looking for.
superautobacs
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Grant,
You have a few choices in Tokyo: two Factory Gear stores, two World Import Tools stores, Tokyu Hands, and large home improvement stores. I would start with the first two choices, unless you find something really close and convenient to wherever you're staying.
You have a few choices in Tokyo: two Factory Gear stores, two World Import Tools stores, Tokyu Hands, and large home improvement stores. I would start with the first two choices, unless you find something really close and convenient to wherever you're staying.
garfieldzzz
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perfect timing for the infos as i go to Tokyo soon. Will try the Factory Gear Store first. Thank you
Any thoughts what to get apart from Nepros?
Any thoughts what to get apart from Nepros?
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superautobacs
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SawtoothJL
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Awesome! Thanks!
Very nice tools.
I have never seen the Nepros from close but has anyone experience working with these tools?
Are they hard wearing and strong? For example using the ratchets and screwdrivers to undo stubborn bolts and screws.
Thanks
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I have never seen the Nepros from close but has anyone experience working with these tools?
Are they hard wearing and strong? For example using the ratchets and screwdrivers to undo stubborn bolts and screws.
Thanks
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superautobacs
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Losvre,
I use tools for a living, and some Nepros tools get used on a daily basis. Yes, hard wearing and strong they are. The durability of the chrome and base material is first rate. Over the last 7 years I've kept adding more Nepros tools to my collection, so that should be a good indicator.
I'm a big fan of KTC's "N-Power Fit" profile used on their sockets. They really are fastener friendly, and provide more surface contact on the flats/flank of the fastener than the industry standard "flank drive" profiles.
I use tools for a living, and some Nepros tools get used on a daily basis. Yes, hard wearing and strong they are. The durability of the chrome and base material is first rate. Over the last 7 years I've kept adding more Nepros tools to my collection, so that should be a good indicator.
I'm a big fan of KTC's "N-Power Fit" profile used on their sockets. They really are fastener friendly, and provide more surface contact on the flats/flank of the fastener than the industry standard "flank drive" profiles.
Many thanks superautobacs!
Some of their items are difficult to justify for DIY, I can see quite a few that I can buy, lets see
garfieldzzz
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My trip to japan was a little sucessful got some Nepros godness from WIT
I had to bite a bit to pay the price and get the 3/8 flexhead but it fits perfect in the range between my SO long handle and the std SO. The 90t mechanism is so nice i had to get the 1/4. one as well. The 20 anniversary one came straight from KTC but with customs its the same as buying it in Japan
And yes i cleaned that drawer recently
I had to bite a bit to pay the price and get the 3/8 flexhead but it fits perfect in the range between my SO long handle and the std SO. The 90t mechanism is so nice i had to get the 1/4. one as well. The 20 anniversary one came straight from KTC but with customs its the same as buying it in Japan
And yes i cleaned that drawer recently
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superautobacs
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I haven't given too much attention to Ko-ken's standard line and I think that's because I don't have a lot of Ko-ken's standard line of sockets. The Zeals are excellent though. I'll try to observe how the standard line compares with either KTC's PowerFit or the Zeals.
garfieldzzz,
Looks like custom foam tool organizer, and where did you source your Garant stuff from? edit: I forgot you're from Europe, and that also explains the Forum tools in there.
Nice assortment
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That's awesome, thanks for sharing. I'd love to have that set in the trunk of my BRZ!
I ordered the 10mm flare nut wrench aka "brake pipe wrench" and a 1/2" drive 19mm deep socket for lug nuts from Nepros.net. I should be able to use both soon when I prepare my car for the winter.
I actually ordered the stuff before I found this thread, which is probably good, otherwise I'd have ordered a lot more! Once the stuff arrives, I'll decide if Nepros fits the bill for the new tools I'm getting. I'm starting to replace the Craftsman stuff I bought in 2009 when I was still in college.
I have two main concerns with Nepros; the first being warranty support should something break, and the second being the size "skipping" in most of their sets.
How many people here have needed a tool replaced? The replacement process on their website looks straight forward, but I don't know how stingy they are, or how long the whole process takes.
As for the size skipping, I need to determine how likely I am to work on non-Japanese cars in the future. I just work on my cars, which have all been Japanese. Maybe if I ever get an American car, I'll just have to buy new Snap-On tools, and if I get a German car I'll get some Stahlwille
superautobacs
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Hi C4RBON,
I haven't broken anything to this date. Back in 2009, I asked for an exchange of a brand new ratchet that I received from Nepros.net and that went without any issue.
I seem to recall a member cracking a socket and another member pointing out rust forming on their sockets, but I don't think they ever followed up on this thread as to whether they persued warranty coverage or not.
If you're wanting sets that come with the trays, then yeah, you might be out of a 9, 11, 15, 16, 18, 21 for example (depends on what type of set)
I haven't broken anything to this date. Back in 2009, I asked for an exchange of a brand new ratchet that I received from Nepros.net and that went without any issue.
I seem to recall a member cracking a socket and another member pointing out rust forming on their sockets, but I don't think they ever followed up on this thread as to whether they persued warranty coverage or not.
If you're wanting sets that come with the trays, then yeah, you might be out of a 9, 11, 15, 16, 18, 21 for example (depends on what type of set)
superautobacs
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Gathered these for a group photo.
From left:
Snap-On universal with their shallow 6mm socket
KTC Nepros universal with their shallow 6mm socket
Ko-ken Zeal universal with their shallow 6mm socket
Snap-On 6mm swivel socket
Nothing willl beat the Snappy swivel socket for the lowest clearance.
For user-friendliness, I prefer the Nepros and Zeal universal mechanisms, which are both unique.
From left:
Snap-On universal with their shallow 6mm socket
KTC Nepros universal with their shallow 6mm socket
Ko-ken Zeal universal with their shallow 6mm socket
Snap-On 6mm swivel socket
Nothing willl beat the Snappy swivel socket for the lowest clearance.
For user-friendliness, I prefer the Nepros and Zeal universal mechanisms, which are both unique.