Tools from the old world

[mrtools]

Nice looking tools. I wonder how much torque the light tool design can take? But they does look pretty high tech and keeps weight doen in a tool bag.

I'm sure the wrenches specially design for light and medium duty torque, but it newer state the number of maximum torque the wrench can handle, I think it very suitable for medium torque outdoor tasks or for working at height, it very easy to bring it anywhere, very light..according to the short demos at exhibition comparing Asahi LCW light tools combination wrench and Asahi CP series (standard) combination wrenches I have no doubt the LCW can handle light, medium or even heavy duty jobs with confident

 

[zuspiel]

Those Asahis look neat! How light are they (esp. compared to Stahlwille)?

It's actually a (somewhat ) relevant question for me since I have a set of Stahlwilles in my toolkit in the Caterham...

 

[Monte]

Seems like a fair price. Video when it is up and running and with an explanation of what you did to fix it. Bitte.

ok i will, but i have no money + time right now so it can take some time....

Are you going to fix it?
If yes don't forget to take "tools in action" pics

yes, i will but it will take some time. See my next post for tools in action pics

Some tools I bought at Metaltech Exhibition Kuala Lumpur
The Unique and Classic Tools

Very cool wrenches !!!!
The Belzer set is amazing !! Even with a nice pouch !! Very nice !! Do you want to use them ?

 

[Monte]

Some "Tools in action" pics

 

[spv]

Some "Tools in action" pics

I want a set of those Gedore ratchet spanners Soooo bad! Both my Torcofix torque wrenches are fantastic! I just ordered some Reilang oilers.. Pics soon!

 

[mofo62]

Some "Tools in action" pics

Nice picture Monte!!!

Congratulation much thanks for pictures!!!

V!

 

[mrtools]

Those Asahis look neat! How light are they (esp. compared to Stahlwille)?
It's actually a (somewhat ) relevant question for me since I have a set of Stahlwilles in my toolkit in the Caterham...

What series Stahlwille combination wrench you own? I only have 11mm size for Open-Box 13..See below..weight comparison I make between Asahi LCW Light Tools + Stahlwille Open-Box 14 & Stahlwille Open-Box 13 (11mm) + Heyco Maxline 410

yes, i will but it will take some time. See my next post for tools in action pics

Very cool wrenches !!!!
The Belzer set is amazing !! Even with a nice pouch !! Very nice !! Do you want to use them ?

maybe, for special tasks
I'm tried to contact the salesman who sold this Belzer set to me, to get another one hex screwdriver set as a photo I posted before..maybe I'm too greedy
do you think it worth to own another Germany Belzer set?

Some "Tools in action" pics

Awesome "Tools in action" PICSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!
Hazet + Knipex + Wera + Flex grinder
is it Supercraft hammer?
man you make me sick :
the more I see Gedore ratchet wrench to more I like it
restoration project.. ur professional carrier or just ur hobby?
thanks to share the pics

 

[Krokodil]

Nice action shots!

 

[mrtools]

10mm & 12mm combination wrench weight comparison Asahi LCW vs Heyco 410 vs Stahlwille Open-Box 14 + Open-Box 13

ASAHI LCW 10mm

Wille Open-Box 14 - 10mm

Wille Open-Box 13 - 11mm

Heyco 410 10mm

Asahi LCW 12mm

Wille Open-Box 14 - 12mm

Heyco 410 - 12mm

Asahi LCW 10mm = 21 grams

Stahlwille 14 - 10mm = 43 grams

Heyco 410 - 10mm = 48 grams

Asahi LCW 12mm = 38 grams

Stahlwille 14 - 12mm = 63 grams

Heyco 410 - 12mm = 73 grams

..just weight comparison..

 

[marcone]

Guys,

can you reccomend an oil pressure tester that can be used also on motorcycles and that's readily available in Europe?
I'm trying to diagnoze whether or not I am dealin with connecting rod problems due to a noise I'm getting from my bike.
Don't want to break the bank but I don't want somthing that will break after I fisrt use it.

Thanks,
Mihai

 

[ultgar]

10mm & 12mm combination wrench weight comparison Heyco 410 10mm
Asahi LCW 12mm

..just weight comparison..

Here's an old Facom 12mm combo wrench that's a little lighter....

 

[Monte]

I want a set of those Gedore ratchet spanners Soooo bad! Both my Torcofix torque wrenches are fantastic! I just ordered some Reilang oilers.. Pics soon!

yeah they´re nice ! Ratcheting is a bit rough but seems to be strong.

Nice picture Monte!!!
Congratulation much thanks for pictures!!!
V!

you´re welcome

maybe, for special tasks
I'm tried to contact the salesman who sold this Belzer set to me, to get another one hex screwdriver set as a photo I posted before..maybe I'm too greedy
do you think it worth to own another Germany Belzer set?

One Belzer set for working and one set for your NOS Belzer collection
I don´t know how much you paid but they don´t make these sets anymore

Awesome "Tools in action" PICSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!!!
Hazet + Knipex + Wera + Flex grinder
is it Supercraft hammer?
man you make me sick :
the more I see Gedore ratchet wrench to more I like it

yes Supercraft (40mm) !!! You have a well trained tool eye
If you´re looking for german made ratcheting wrenches i can recommend Gedore

restoration project.. ur professional carrier or just ur hobby?
thanks to share the pics

just hobby, 1984 Cadillac from a buddy

Nice action shots!

Thanks !

..just weight comparison..

Thanks for these nice comparison pics !!
Do you feel a big difference in your hand when you hold the Asahi wrench and then the Stahlwille for example ?

Here's an old Facom 12mm combo wrench that's a little lighter....

Titan ?







"Tornador Classic" cleaning gun



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"Tornador Black" cleaning gun



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[Thomas92]

my contribution. some pictures from some maintenance on the excavator

 

[Ken81590]

@ Monte, Dude that Tornador Gun is so badass! I was a detailer for several years, and my god that would have made things so much easier!

Also, how are the Gedor ratcheting wrenches? I'm really interested in buying some, but want your opinion first.

 

[Burgerkong]

My Swedish MTP voltage tester (by Sagab):

Works great

 

[jalfaro]

Hello! I want to share with you some pictures from my workshop--

Welcome Mitkoasd, I like your space

Got this defective "D+L" compressor for free:

How interesting acquisition Monte, has a chance to repair?

Very nice ratchet! By the way, I just maintain my model, apply a few drops of Permatex Ultra Slick already been better than when I bought

Some tools I bought at Metaltech Exhibition Kuala Lumpur
The Unique and Classic Tools

Thanks for all the pictures you have posted in recent days MrTools.
For several months I have seen the light-tool line from ASAHI in levelchrome.com. In good theory, the design obtained from material removed does not compromise the strength right? Or it could be some limitation on the force that can be applied to the tool?

 

[Trucky]

It's been a while! I loved looking through the last few million pages of pictures.. soon I'll have something of my own to contribute again. My birthday is coming up, and this year I'm going to ask for tools instead of crummy gift cards or shoes that I don't need.

A few things off the list:

PB Swiss 215? screwdriver (The one with the interchangeable blades), and mostly Torx Plus blades for that. I just broke three torx/torx-plus drivers in the past week (2 today), because we use them very frequently, so I'm hoping these last for a bit longer!

Grobet Files... ahh.. I've wanted a few of these forever. Just the simple types, a mill file, maybe a half round/round if i'm feeling frisky, and most likely an equaling file. The Swiss made ones.. just because.

Oh, and a needle file set from Grobet too.. this is most of the reason why I'm only getting a few things this year. These babies are expensive-o. But well worth it...

Wiha "Powerhandle"? torx driver set

a few PB Swiss punches/cold chisels

Lots of deburring and scraper style equipment, though I'm not sure how much will be made across the Atlantic.

I will be getting more than this, I promise, but I need to get paid first! I get a check once a month. Blah.

 

[mofo62]

my contribution. some pictures from some maintenance on the excavator

Awesome pictures,much thanks for sharing.


V!

 

[Jeff]

 

[north]

Oooh, is that Opinel knife as good quality as it looks?

 

[ultgar]

Here's some Facom tools in action...355 service with cam timing and replacing the oil pumps on the F40.

 

[ash95608]

Made a new video what do you guys think

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[Obafin]

Finally I visited our summer cottage. I Found some tools

Bahco made in Sweden!

Smalcalda, made in GDR (East Germany)

"Yankee reg. trademark Made by Stanley Works Sheffield, England"

Screwdriver made in West Germany

What is this? Hellstedt & Co. Made in Eskilstuna, Sweden.

Sunflag screwdriver

Gehawe made in West Germany and some other tools

Screwdriver?

Ok experts, any idea of manufacturing years? Would be interesting to know, thanks!

 

[north]

The Hellstedt is a saw set. Used for adjusting the angle of the saw blade teeth. Very handy tool. I use mine mostly for my bow saws when they won't go straight. Probably not so well known these days where things are replaced, not fixed.

ash95608, I think I want more tools. Good video.

 

[lok]

Freshly warrantied Facom ratchet:

How do you like this ratchet Bj?

Just to share some pics from Metaltech Exhibition at PWTC Kuala Lumpur
sorry for pics quality

Ow man, you are so lucky!

Thanks for the pics Mr.

This week:

Nice tools as always.

Some tools I bought at Metaltech Exhibition Kuala Lumpur
The Unique and Classic Tools

Here we go..

..THE UNIQUE..Asahi LIGHT TOOLS combination wrenches

I want some for under the seat of my motorcycle. Very hard to find them here in Greece.

Some "Tools in action" pics

Nice pics Monte. Well done.

the more I see Gedore ratchet wrench to more I like it

Wait a few days!

Here's some Facom tools in action...355 service with cam timing and replacing the oil pumps on the F40.

Very impressive project.
And nice pics. Now we want more of course.

Made a new video what do you guys think

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Nice video, thanks. What is the difference between the two screw extractors? I think the seconds in the metal case are new. I know the difference in design but both can do the same job? Both of them are designed for the same job? The ones in the plastic case are older but I know that they can do perfectly what they promises.











I have some photos but i can't upload them. I don't know whats going on. I'll try again later.

 

[BJ42LX]

How do you like this ratchet Bj?

I really like the RHFT Facom palm control ratchets. I think the design is better than the Snap On 80 tooth ratchets simply because the head is so compact.

Now, I've only had *that* particular ratchet back in my box for a week and I haven't actually used it yet. This weekend I changed out the diff seal on my truck and used its 1/2" drive big brother to complete that job.

 

[CanUK]

562 pages and I've finally reached the end!!

By way of celebration I've decided to make my very first post a pic of an old-world tool that has not yet come to light in this thread (several variations have though) - a double-first if you will...

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This of course came in the tool kit of my beloved Husaberg, which was unfortunately sold when I emmigrated from Canada. It's a great opener, but I was never quite sure what they were trying to say about drinking and riding

 

[JayL]

I needed some thin open ended wrenches ... I found some Unior.

 

[north]

Welcome to the forum CanUK. Nice wordplay and cool Unior.

Nice wrenches JayL. Ebay?

Hmm... two Unior posts in a row? Surely a message from the gods, no? Better start looking.

 

[ash95608]

The biggest differences are, they can be turned in clockwise or counterclockwise direction (for right-and left-hand threads), built in center punch, and hex head so you can use a socket and ratchet to drive it.

How do you like this ratchet Bj?



Ow man, you are so lucky!

Thanks for the pics Mr.



Nice tools as always.



I want some for under the seat of my motorcycle. Very hard to find them here in Greece.



Nice pics Monte. Well done.



Wait a few days!




Very impressive project.
And nice pics. Now we want more of course.




Nice video, thanks. What is the difference between the two screw extractors? I think the seconds in the metal case are new. I know the difference in design but both can do the same job? Both of them are designed for the same job? The ones in the plastic case are older but I know that they can do perfectly what they promises.











I have some photos but i can't upload them. I don't know whats going on. I'll try again later.

 

[JayL]

Nice wrenches JayL. Ebay?

Hmm... two Unior posts in a row? Surely a message from the gods, no? Better start looking.

Local purchase here my side of the pond. We have a well stocked up Unior distributor in the country.

 

[d.stole]

562 pages and I've finally reached the end!!

By way of celebration I've decided to make my very first post a pic of an old-world tool that has not yet come to light in this thread (several variations have though) - a double-first if you will...

Welcome! Sure, this tool is must have when you're thirsty.

I needed some thin open ended wrenches ... I found some Unior.

Nice! This is 8pcs set 6-22. Polished head (110/1CB), or matt version (110/2CB)?

Hmm... two Unior posts in a row? Surely a message from the gods, no? Better start looking.

I don't know, maybe....Cause here comes the Polly, Holy Moly!
As I said beofre, I'm bicycle lover and these are must have for bowden cables and housing.

Steel wire cutter - Unior 584 Polly - 170mm
They come with two crimping dies for end caps on Bowden cable sheaths and end ferrules for traction cables.

 

[north]

Very nice. I have noticed that Unior have quite a few bicycle tools.

 

[TjoFrasse]

What is this? Hellstedt & Co. Made in Eskilstuna, Sweden.

Like north said, a saw teeth adjuster. Skränktång in swedish http://sv.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skränktång

Not usable on new saw blades, with hardening and new materials.

10mm & 12mm combination wrench weight comparison Asahi LCW vs Heyco 410 vs Stahlwille Open-Box 14 + Open-Box 13

Very cool comparison! I must say (with my limited construction engineering knowledge) that I think they're much weaker than a regular wrench. Just consider the strength difference between an I-beam and two flat irons...

"Tornador Classic" cleaning gun

@ Monte, Dude that Tornador Gun is so badass! I was a detailer for several years, and my god that would have made things so much easier!

Wow, those seem awesome! Not that I do much interior work, but that seems great. Sure they require a big compressor though...

Also, how are the Gedor ratcheting wrenches? I'm really interested in buying some, but want your opinion first.

I have some of them, and I'm satisfied. Good price, and I love the 7-series. Taiwan ones are much smoother I must say. But they feel sturdy and strong. You can really feel a difference.

I wonder if a grease change/oiling could help smooth them out.

Oh, and some pics!

I got a Bahco 319 hacksaw previously this month (first trip to the outlet). I haven't even used it yet and it's already replaced Got a 325 this time.

Sturdier frame, better frame handle ("ergo" classed) and a different blade release. Screw type on the 319, lever on the 325.

 

[Ken81590]

Here's some Facom tools in action...355 service with cam timing and replacing the oil pumps on the F40.

Dude, where the hell do you work that's in New Jersey?!?

Taiwan ones are much smoother I must say. But they feel sturdy and strong. I wonder if a grease change/oiling could help smooth them out.

Are they like that from the factory, or just after time they feel like that?

 

[north]

*snip*

I wonder if a grease change/oiling could help smooth them out.

*snip*

Maybe switch the spring for a shorter/weaker one? I used a cut ball point pen spring on a Cornwell ratchet today and that turned out real well.

 

[TjoFrasse]

Are they like that from the factory, or just after time they feel like that?

They're like that new. If anything, they become a bit smother with use.

Maybe switch the spring for a shorter/weaker one? I used a cut ball point pen spring on a Cornwell ratchet today and that turned out real well.

Perhaps. We'll see if I ever dare try to tinker with them

 

[lok]

I really like the RHFT Facom palm control ratchets. I think the design is better than the Snap On 80 tooth ratchets simply because the head is so compact.

Now, I've only had *that* particular ratchet back in my box for a week and I haven't actually used it yet. This weekend I changed out the diff seal on my truck and used its 1/2" drive big brother to complete that job.

Thats nice. Thanks. Maybe some day..

The biggest differences are, they can be turned in clockwise or counterclockwise direction (for right-and left-hand threads), built in center punch, and hex head so you can use a socket and ratchet to drive it.

Ah ok. Thanks. So they are better i suppose. At least cause of the hex head because you not need extra tools. I was thinking to buy this or something like that.

or this.

Some gifts from my gedore dealer.




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[lok]

562 pages and I've finally reached the end!!

By way of celebration I've decided to make my very first post a pic of an old-world tool that has not yet come to light in this thread (several variations have though) - a double-first if you will...

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This of course came in the tool kit of my beloved Husaberg, which was unfortunately sold when I emmigrated from Canada. It's a great opener, but I was never quite sure what they were trying to say about drinking and riding

Nice first post. I like unior, i love husaberg. Welcome.


And nice bottle opener of course.

 

[Jure]

i like more unior with 13 mm wrench