Tools from the old world

[node105]

My growing love for Stahlwille! <a href="http://www.pictures.se/bilder/au1zx.jpg"><img src="http://www.pictures.se/bilder/au1zx.th.jpg" border="0" /></a>

I have sourced some Stahlwille in times past from this site (nice bloke); they have some Flexi no 29 discontinued One end is 1/4" and the other 7mm for 2.95 GBP.

Their PB Swiss sub-site is one of the cleaner interfaces around.

http://www.tradesmanschoice.com/catalog/Stahlwille/29ma_DSQ.html

 

[node105]

Arrivals last week: Dutton-Lainson Spray Tip Oilers

Tips are adjustable; so stream or spray. All metal including the plunger piston, and valve ball bearing. Occasional evidence of what looks like poor plating, but what the heck, its only an oiler.

601 OILER WITH SPRAY TIP - 6 oz (c. 180 ml)
624 OILER WITH SPRAY TIP - 10 oz ( c. 300ml)


Plan to use them for solvent cleaning small parts; kerosine in one, turps another, acetone...

 

[node105]

and these last Friday

Vallorbe - F.L. Grobert a few files and 'Crocodile' file handle - with threaded insert. The handles can be transferred to different files if the need arises

 

[node105]

and also a few Bessey Kliklamps; very light.

 

[Roverbo]

New tools from Festool for 2013:

...

4-speed corded drill + percussion drill with brushless motor (formerly "Protool" brand)

So "brushless" seems to be the new buzzword . How often have you guys changed the carbon brushes on your drills etc.?* I read somewhere that an average drill in a hobby garage runs under 10 mins. during its lifespan. But of course, these informations doesn´t apply to us here at GJ
But the torque on the new Metabos is really something...90 nm or even 110 nm! If I had the money I would buy one of these....just for the torque...
*) Well, I have changed them on an old 1970´s Bosch drill once. And on our AEG washing machine...

Hello,
Some tools made in the times of West Germany

pliers VIP-FIT

hex Keys

Here a combination wrench 3/8 no manufacturer's mark, along with a Spanish Acesa

Regards,

Nice old tools, Luis.

My growing love for Stahlwille!

+1 to this. I love my Stahlwilles. Only annoying thing is that the size is only marked on the open end (stamped).

and these last Friday

Vallorbe - F.L. Grobert a few files and 'Crocodile' file handle - with threaded insert. The handles can be transferred to different files if the need arises

Note105, vey nice tools. Love that file logotype. But how does it work with the threaded handles? I mean, there´s no thread on the files? Sorry if it´s a stupid question...

 

[aag14V]

Monte and other members, please give me you opinion about puller (see the down links).

Its maybe old Kukko 11-a series ?

Here is the data:
http://www.kukko.com/index.cfm/DE/products/1/87/coldfusion.image.Image@3505f8

http://www.ebay.de/itm/Abzieher-11-...mwerker_Handwerkzeug&var=&hash=item51acf98288

and the old kukko puller marked as 3-22 (2 arm)

http://www.ebay.de/itm/1x-Kukko-Abz...n_Heimwerker_Handwerkzeug&hash=item5af3d54044

Friends forum members have you see any similarity ??? It is kukko ?

 

[node105]

Note105, vey nice tools. Love that file logotype. But how does it work with the threaded handles? I mean, there´s no thread on the files?.

Correct, there is no thread on the file tangs. The handle just threads itself on, in contact with the 4 corners of the tang edges. Quite easily.

<<The specially made moulded plastic antislip handles are fitted with a hardened, threaded steel insert. This insert cuts its own thread on the file's tang and can be simply unscrewed and re-screwed onto other files time and time again. As file tangs sizes can vary slightly the file sizes given are for guidance. These handles are much safer and the fact that a couple of handles will fit a number of files; makes them very economical.
>>

<<
Suitable only for files with tang not hardened, i. e. Fr. ****, Grobet, Vallorbe. Nicholson files and Iwasaki carving files have a hardened tang and the threaded insert of the handle is unable to cut a thread into these files tang
>>

Couple of not very clear pics after fitting then removing the handle

 

[Roverbo]

Oh...I see.

 

[Mitkoasd]

Hi! I just found very interesting company for manufacturing hand tools in Czech republic with very cheap prices!! Any recommendations?? http://www.zbirovia.cz/files/katalog_zbirovia_2013.pdf

http://www.zbirovia.cz/en

 

[willhollin]

Tools of choice to cut up and remove two 300g steel oil tanks from a garage.

 

[Monte]

So "brushless" seems to be the new buzzword . How often have you guys changed the carbon brushes on your drills etc.?* I read somewhere that an average drill in a hobby garage runs under 10 mins. during its lifespan. But of course, these informations doesn´t apply to us here at GJ
But the torque on the new Metabos is really something...90 nm or even 110 nm! If I had the money I would buy one of these....just for the torque...
*) Well, I have changed them on an old 1970´s Bosch drill once. And on our AEG washing machine...

i changed the brushes on my Bosch GWS 14-125 CE once so far...But i guess the average cordless drill has brushes which are long enough to at least exceed the lifetime of the original batteries.....but brushless means longer use of the battery too etc.
yeah the Metbao specs look pretty nice....90NM for the brushless tool and 110 NM for the 4-pole tool....at least on the paper

Monte and other members, please give me you opinion about puller (see the down links).
Its maybe old Kukko 11-a series ?
Friends forum members have you see any similarity ??? It is kukko ?

if it´s marked "Kukko" ....

Tools of choice to cut up and remove two 300g steel oil tanks from a garage.

nice power tools !!!! yours ??

 

[willhollin]

nice power tools !!!! yours ??

Yes, I install heating oil tanks for a living. Tanks within buildings in this country aren't favoured due to fire regulations so customer had had a new one installed outside.

These old metal tanks were nearing forty years old and were in near perfect condition, would have probably outlasted the new plastic one he has!

 

[Monte]

Yes, I install heating oil tanks for a living. Tanks within buildings in this country aren't favoured due to fire regulations so customer had had a new one installed outside.

These old metal tanks were nearing forty years old and were in near perfect condition, would have probably outlasted the new plastic one he has!

ah ok i already thought something like that because not many DIY users own a Fein nibbler or a Rems tiger saw How do you like the Rems ? Was thinking about a Rems Cat ANC/Roller´s Carat ANC....
Strange in germany the oil tanks are usually in the basement ?

 

[willhollin]

The REMS is superb, very powerful. Using the pipe saw attachment makes light work of 2" steel pipe.

I like the old fashioned blade holder with a hex key, the blade doesn't fly out like the Makita one does if it binds.

It does vibrate a fair bit and there is no shoe adjustment but it's a solid dependable saw. The REMS blades are very good too.

 

[Rusik]

Hi! I just found very interesting company for manufacturing hand tools in Czech republic with very cheap prices!! Any recommendations?? http://www.zbirovia.cz/files/katalog_zbirovia_2013.pdf

http://www.zbirovia.cz/en

interesting manufacturer

 

[Monte]

The REMS is superb, very powerful. Using the pipe saw attachment makes light work of 2" steel pipe.

I like the old fashioned blade holder with a hex key, the blade doesn't fly out like the Makita one does if it binds.

It does vibrate a fair bit and there is no shoe adjustment but it's a solid dependable saw. The REMS blades are very good too.

Thanks for your opinion ! I think i´m getting me one during 2014. What i also like is the slim gear case/housing compared to other saws which are quite "fat" at the front housing.













Bosch "RobustLine" jig saw blade set





makes clean cuts....


....from both sides

 

[Burgerkong]

Picked up a couple Echo branded chainsaw sharpening kits for $10 each, later found out Vallorbe makes these kits, and that the files, and even the handle was made in Switzerland whereas the sharpening guide was made in Italy. Good stuff.

 

[cosmik binturong]

Thanks for your opinion ! I think i´m getting me one during 2014. What i also like is the slim gear case/housing compared to other saws which are quite "fat" at the front housing.!

+1 for the Rems Tiger and blades, despite the slightly higher level of vibration.

Bosch "RobustLine" jig saw blade set


makes clean cuts....


....from both sides

looks more "toothing-engineered" than the older ones...

and if it helps make better, cleaner cuts: me wants!

 

[cosmik binturong]

look what's just in:

NOS Crab brand circlip pliers from Alfajuj!

less than ten days from Taiwan to the french countryside, yay!

methinks those two look a lot like the Top ones.

i also got one of those cheap german spark plug socket from him:

the 5/8" biggie one, not the Ko-ken Z-EAL 3300CZ 16mm...

built like a tank for a tank, err, a Mercedes.


thnaks Alfajuj!



(and yes there was an intended pun, a puny one but a pun nonetheless! )

 

[Alfajuj]

Wow!
I'm delighted you like them!
The Hazet stuff is always built to last.

I think I may be sharing some new acquisitions from Jens soon, too.
stay tuned...

 

[Dave455]

Tools of choice to cut up and remove two 300g steel oil tanks from a garage.

When I moved into my present place there was a paraffin/kerosene tank in an outbuilding we had to ditch!

Trouble is, the previous owner put the tank in first, then built the building around! Typical Sussex! In the end I used a sheet metal 'nibbler' to cut it up too! Looked different to the Fein though - the cutting head was circular and only about 3/8"! Great tool - just drill a hole and go! Cut like a jigsaw through plywood, but the noise had to be heard to be believed!!

Does anyone have any opinions on Fein power tools generally? I'm looking to replace my big old AEG drill with something of the same quality, but the usual Bosch / Makita look a bit lightweight in comparison!

 

[uuze]

Even I sell brands like Festool, Bosch and Metabo in my store, I get first information about new productst from here! Even importer doesn't sometimes know about these new products. Thanks Monte and others!

 

[Monte]

+1 for the Rems Tiger and blades, despite the slightly higher level of vibration.

which tools have less vibration ? Makita "AVT" ?

looks more "toothing-engineered" than the older ones...

and if it helps make better, cleaner cuts:

yes

me wants!

oh no

btw. nice japanese tools

my big old AEG drill

which tool exactly do you have ?











More news from Metabo:

36 Volt rotary hammer:
3,1 Joule, up to 32mm capacity

.....and the first video of the new flat-head Metabo angle grinders and new drills:

<iframe width="640" height="480" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/hgNgLC_Ibis" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

.......aaand more Bosch news: New Bosch GST 160 jig saws:

 

[Trucky]

Just got my wrench and.. and man, is it LIGHT! The walls are thin, the edges are curved very well, and the head might actually be angled to what degree they say it is..

I am impressed. Now time to see how much torque it can take! Where's my pipe?!

Oh, and since I am American, I am disappointed to not see a ton of chrome and a USA stamp or something like that.

 

[cosmik binturong]

Picked up a couple Echo branded chainsaw sharpening kits for $10 each, later found out Vallorbe makes these kits, and that the files, and even the handle was made in Switzerland whereas the sharpening guide was made in Italy. Good stuff.

most of the chainsaw sharpening kits sold around here sports Vallorbe swiss-made files, be that Oregon, Stihl, Jonsered, etc.

they're even cheaper when bought alone under one of those brands than through a Vallorbe reseller!

 

[Dave455]

which tool exactly do you have?

I'm afraid it's 'had' rather than 'have'!

I can't remember the model number but it was a big 2 speed corded hammer drill with a 'spade' grip that I inherited from my father! Blue plastic motor housing but metal gearbox? Probably dated from late 80's! I think the power was something stupid like 550 watts!

Sadly the motor gave up and I couldn't get spares so I binned it! I'm regretting I didn't try harder as I've been struggling to drill through some hard old bricks where I've been working!

Fein make a similar looking model but I don't know anyone who owns a Fein drill! Their other tools look nice though! The AEG was built to an awesome standard! Even the plastic was more durable than other makes!

 

[cosmik binturong]

which tools have less vibration ? Makita "AVT" ?

i only used a green Scintilla(quite old and less powerful) that wasn't much vibrating, a nice recent Milwaukee(say a couple years old) that left me with an odd feeling in the hands and a blue Bosch with anti-vibe tech that was way less "buzzy"; not counting the almost self-dismantling off-brands from local big box stores...
but since the Rems was less than 80€ and came with something like 20 blades, i don't really mind the vibrations...

oh no

too late! they're ordered from my new favorite reseller in .lu!

btw. nice japanese tools

Danke!


regarding the new Bosch GSI 14 CE, do you know if it would be possible to use the Monti wheels on it? and, maybe, use the support of the roller for an "accelerator bar"?
(yes, i finally scored a few of them here, thnanks! )

 

[Nocturnal-G]

Just got my wrench and.. and man, is it LIGHT! The walls are thin, the edges are curved very well, and the head might actually be angled to what degree they say it is..

I am impressed. Now time to see how much torque it can take! Where's my pipe?!

Oh, and since I am American, I am disappointed to not see a ton of chrome and a USA stamp or something like that.

When you use it, you'll see how much better it grips.

So what kind of wrench did you get?

 

[Trucky]

When you use it, you'll see how much better it grips.

So what kind of wrench did you get?

Stahlwille Open Box 13 in 3/4 SAE.

As if there's a 3/4 metric size

 

[cosmik binturong]

Just got my wrench and.. and man, is it LIGHT! The walls are thin, the edges are curved very well, and the head might actually be angled to what degree they say it is..

I am impressed. Now time to see how much torque it can take! Where's my pipe?!

get one of those(can't remember what brand it is... ):

or make one with your nice tools specifically for the Wille little wrench!

Oh, and since I am American, I am disappointed to not see a ton of chrome and a USA stamp or something like that.

+

 

[cosmik binturong]

Stahlwille Open Box 13A in 3/4 SAE.

As if there's a 3/4 metric size

yes there is, it's called 19mm...

 

[Trucky]

yes there is, it's called 19mm...

Hey now.

1. That thing is awesome and I will make/fabricate/put together one as soon as I can.

2. What the heck is with that rattle can?

3. The wrench says 13, so it's getting called a 13 And they spelled chrome properly. +1 to Stahlwille.

 

[cosmik binturong]

Hey now.

1. That thing is awesome and I will make/fabricate/put together one as soon as I can.

why limit you to only *one*, eh?

2. What the heck is with that rattle can?

3. The wrench says 13, so it's getting called a 13 And they spelled chrome properly. +1 to Stahlwille.

dunno, probably what Snap-on uses to get that soopah glossah chromah finishy... wned:

(i'm trying to secure a 14A so don't hurt the poor li'l innocent 13A, ok? )

 

[Trucky]

...i'm trying to secure a 14A so don't hurt the poor li'l innocent 13A, ok?

Well, if you happen to come across a spare 14A in the lovely-est size of three quarters of one imperial inch, I'd be more than happy to spare you the inconvenience of lifting such a heavy long pattern wrench... by taking it for myself

But really, I see myself investing in a few wrench sets on Amazon soon.. only a few hundred USD for a basic metric and SAE set.

 

[Dave455]

Stahlwille Open Box 13 in 3/4 SAE. hitti

My first Stahlwille wrench was an Open Box 13 - in 13mm! It all made sense!

Then I got a 10 mm, but it was still marked 'Open Box 13', and it fitted a 6mm bolt anyway!

It was all too much for a Brit who thinks in Whitworth!!

Nice wrenches though! They are the only tools I've found that actually seem to improve with use! (The satin finish gets a bit polished)!

 

[Blöckw@rt]

which tools have less vibration ? Makita "AVT" ?

Belive me the Makita is a wonderful beast, on the same level like the Milwaukee SSPE 1500 /15.0 Amp Super Sawzall® and the Hilti WSR 1400-PE, but for a lower price.

An indispensable tool around the house and in the garden !

The DeWalt I used @ work is Ok, but in no comparison to the Makita.

 

[cosmik binturong]

Well, if you happen to come across a spare 14A in the lovely-est size of three quarters of one imperial inch, I'd be more than happy to spare you the inconvenience of lifting such a heavy long pattern wrench... by taking it for myself

that's for whom it will be for, eh!

But really, I see myself investing in a few wrench sets on Amazon soon.. only a few hundred USD for a basic metric and SAE set.

check the link to the 14A set i posted before, methinks it will turn out cheaper than on amazon...

 

[superautobacs]

get one of those(can't remember what brand it is... ):

That one's by Rizz Enterprises

There's also a Chestnut branded one (Lee Valleys' in-house brand):

A German pump sprayer that I recently got. It's an efficient one as it's a double-action pump sprayer.

Her name is Gloria

Continuing with the yellow and blue color combo....there's a few pics of a couple Merry pliers that I've never uploaded.

The connector un-coupling tool has been useful in several situations. They shine in areas where your fingers can't get to as well as for those really stubborn connectors that end up numbing your fingertips.

 

[cosmik binturong]

That one's by Rizz Enterprises

There's also a Chestnut branded one (Lee Valleys' in-house brand):

thnaks! the new version from Rizz is slightly less "inspiring" than the old one...

if someone here has tested the Gedore 636 "ergonomic handle enhancement" designed for some of their wrenches with Stahlwille's Open Box 13 and/or 14, could you post your thoughts on the combination of the two?

A German pump sprayer that I recently got. It's an efficient one as it's a double-action pump sprayer.

Her name is Gloria

looks good.

Continuing with the yellow and blue color combo....there's a few pics of a couple Merry pliers that I've never uploaded.

The connector un-coupling tool has been useful in several situations. They shine in areas where your fingers can't get to as well as for those really stubborn connectors that end up numbing your fingertips.

gotta get me one of those. too bad i didn't hear back from Levelchrome when i asked for a quote on those and some other "Japan only" stuff...

luckily there's still Rakuten!

(waiting for the next "free shipping" offer though since funds are somewhat sparse right now... that Bosch GGS 7C straight grinder might be the cause methinks... )

 

[Monte]

most of the chainsaw sharpening kits sold around here sports Vallorbe swiss-made files, be that Oregon, Stihl, Jonsered, etc.

they're even cheaper when bought alone under one of those brands than through a Vallorbe reseller!

here´s a german made one from Pferd:

and the same from Stihl:

I'm afraid it's 'had' rather than 'have'!
I can't remember the model number but it was a big 2 speed corded hammer drill with a 'spade' grip that I inherited from my father! Blue plastic motor housing but metal gearbox? Probably dated from late 80's! I think the power was something stupid like 550 watts!

Sadly the motor gave up and I couldn't get spares so I binned it! I'm regretting I didn't try harder as I've been struggling to drill through some hard old bricks where I've been working!

Fein make a similar looking model but I don't know anyone who owns a Fein drill! Their other tools look nice though! The AEG was built to an awesome standard! Even the plastic was more durable than other makes!

I only own a Fein Aske 636, a predecessor of the current BOP pistol grip drills and it has a good Rohm drill press type chuck (taper, no thread/screw on), a thick "plastic" housing which is reinforced with a aluminium frame (!) and overall a good quality unit.....some say they´re the best.....

Unfortunately Fein doesn´t make percussion drills anymore so if you need one....

i found this one:
http://www.milwaukeetool.co.uk/tools/corded/drilling-fixing/diamond-drilling/drills/dd-2-160-xe-(2)/

If you don´t need the percussion mode there are other options:
next to Fein .....
http://www.fein-uk.co.uk/en_uk/drilling/rotary-drills/

you have more choices...:
for example this Eibenstock with 1100 Watt:
http://eibenstock.com/index_engl.asp?katid=21&bodystart=1&seite=21100002

or Metabo:
http://metabo.co.uk/Product-catalogue-Metabo-Metal-hand-held-power-tools.33614+M56cb155d5f3.0.html

or Baier: high(est) quality from Germany:
http://www.baier-tools.com/baier_produkte_bohren_liste.php?cPath=21_28&language=en

i don´t know how common this brand is in the UK:
http://sparky.eu/powertools/drills-and-impact-drills/2-speed-impact-drills.html
(Made in EU)

or this:
http://www.perles.com/default-76,897.html?Zav=3
(Made in EU)

Bosch doesn´t seem to offer their D-handle drill in the UK.....
http://www.bosch-professional.com/de/de/gbm-16-2-re-5748-ocs-p/

as well as AEG, at least i can´t find it....
http://www.aeg-powertools.de/produc...en/diamantbohrmaschinen/db-1500-2-e-db1500-2e

Dewalt don´t offer anything similar.

Many choices.....

i only used a green Scintilla(quite old and less powerful) that wasn't much vibrating, a nice recent Milwaukee(say a couple years old) that left me with an odd feeling in the hands and a blue Bosch with anti-vibe tech that was way less "buzzy"; not counting the almost self-dismantling off-brands from local big box stores...
but since the Rems was less than 80€ and came with something like 20 blades, i don't really mind the vibrations...

thanks for the insight ! Big box store brands are unacceptable anyway
€80.- with 20 blades sounds good (and made in germany too ). But since other things like an 18 volt drill and a slow speed die grinder are more important right now i can sleep on it for a while...

too late! they're ordered from my new favorite reseller in .lu!

they have tool shops in .lu ?

Danke!

Bitte

regarding the new Bosch GSI 14 CE, do you know if it would be possible to use the Monti wheels on it? and, maybe, use the support of the roller for an "accelerator bar"?
(yes, i finally scored a few of them here, thnanks! )

these tools have a M14 spindle so which type of adapter for the monti-wheel do you have ? i guess something could be fabricated...
btw.: pics

Belive me the Makita is a wonderful beast, on the same level like the Milwaukee SSPE 1500 /15.0 Amp Super Sawzall® and the Hilti WSR 1400-PE, but for a lower price.

An indispensable tool around the house and in the garden !

The DeWalt I used @ work is Ok, but in no comparison to the Makita.

Did you ever try one of the Porter Cable (Flex, Metabo, Kress) saws or the german Flex saw ?

that Bosch GGS 7C straight grinder might be the cause methinks... )

pics