Tools from the old world

[franzdom]

My first German power tool, I have a feeling it's not going to be my last.
I do have a couple of Swiss Bosch tools though, a power planer I bought in 1998 and a 3.0 multitool I bought this year. All 3 are quite stout.

 

[Vidar Wulff]

Oplast from the early 90's Ironside branded

 

[Vidar Wulff]

Mailman put these in my box today.vbw 160mm plier and Geilo screwdriver set.

 

[dutch79]

<a href="http://www.fotos-hochladen.net" target="_blank"><img src="http://img5.fotos-hochladen.net/uploads/imag18821sbxlvtj5u.jpg" border="0"></a>

Thanks again for the inspiration! Made one myself today for some spare sockets >>

 

[Monte]

Yup, prices are pretty good.

But I do not have space in tool chest anymore.

time for a new chest

My first German power tool, I have a feeling it's not going to be my last.
I do have a couple of Swiss Bosch tools though, a power planer I bought in 1998 and a 3.0 multitool I bought this year. All 3 are quite stout.

Mailman put these in my box today.vbw 160mm plier and Geilo screwdriver set.

more pics of the Geilo drivers ?















Hazet 603 combination wrench in 7mm

 

[Vidar Wulff]

More of the Geilo's

backside of the box tells that the steel is hardened to rockwell c58

 

[magnusk750]

Geilo was a fascinating brand. In Sweden in the 70s and 80s it was the cheaper alternative to market leading Bahco sold by hardware store chain Luna. Yep, taste it, a cheaper alternative Made in Norway. Quality was ok, but nothing very extra. Must have been a lot of stubborn 'we're not gonna give up' that made them hang on as long as they did.

 

[Monte]

More of the Geilo's

very nice ! Thanks ! How do the tips hold up ?













MPS jigsaw/Recip saw blade production video: www.mps-saegen.de
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USH screwdriver bit production video: www.ush-tools.com
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[node105]

Hazet 603 combination wrench in 7mm

but NOT made in Germany :-(
the Gedore equivalent is the only ratcheting combination made in Germany, correct?

 

[franzdom]

This is not ratcheting

 

[node105]

This is not ratcheting

correct , mia bozo; not enough sleep

the combo IS made in Germany, the ratcheting is NOT made in Germany

http://www.hazet.de/produktkatalog/product_info.php?products_id=896023981

 

[dutch79]

I like the ratcheting mechanism anyway
Works much faster.

 

[Monte]

the Gedore equivalent is the only ratcheting combination made in Germany, correct?

yes













Atlantic bicycle chain grease www.atlantic-oel.de

 

[Hazet]

Made in Slovenia??

Can it be made by Unior??

I am pretty sure they are made by Unior. I have several Unior bike tools and the color/shape/mechanism are identical to Geodore. The electronic screwdrivers from Hazet are also identical to Unior/Gedore. I have been very impressed with Unior (equivalent in quality to Geodore/Hazet/Stahlwille).

 

[Dave455]

but NOT made in Germany :-(
the Gedore equivalent is the only ratcheting combination made in Germany, correct?

How about the Saltus?

I know they are not one of the 'big three', but I always understood their ratcheting combination wrenches were German made!

 

[dutch79]

This is also a new ratcheting comboset of Facom:
http://www.facom.com/se/products-solutions/467R-Characteristics.html

 

[Skin]

Hazet 603 combination wrench in 7mm

I know its a small wrench but that box end broaching looks pretty poor for Hazet. No radius design on the corners, the broach is off center a little and its meaty.

I only say something because I've had their 12pt combo's and all of them were beautifully forged and very clean.

 

[JukeBox]

I am pretty sure they are made by Unior. I have several Unior bike tools and the color/shape/mechanism are identical to Geodore. The electronic screwdrivers from Hazet are also identical to Unior/Gedore. I have been very impressed with Unior (equivalent in quality to Geodore/Hazet/Stahlwille).

I am pretty sure they are not made by Unior.

Unior screwdrivers are also made by Oplast. Unior does not produce screwdrivers itself. Oplast has two factories. One in Tepanje, where injected parts are made and another in Kobarid where they produce shanks.

Led Lenser MT7.

 

[franzdom]

very nice ! Thanks ! How do the tips hold up ?

MPS jigsaw/Recip saw blade production video: www.mps-saegen.de
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Monte, I really enjoyed this video, thanks for sharing!!!

 

[keymaster]

Thanks again for the inspiration! Made one myself today for some spare sockets >>

nice friend

 

[Vidar Wulff]

Geilo was a fascinating brand. In Sweden in the 70s and 80s it was the cheaper alternative to market leading Bahco sold by hardware store chain Luna. Yep, taste it, a cheaper alternative Made in Norway. Quality was ok, but nothing very extra. Must have been a lot of stubborn 'we're not gonna give up' that made them hang on as long as they did.

Hi Magnus Geilo tools was Started by Erling Brusletto,his family owned the Brusletto knife factory(wich still make knives in geilo) he started a new knife company but switched to tools in 1946.Cheap alternative made in norway Well times are changing,actually Geilo made the hose clamp screwdrivers for Aba.I think there is a picture of one in this thread somewhere.

 

[Vidar Wulff]

very nice ! Thanks ! How do the tips hold up ?


























Well i have many different Geilo drivers,and in my opinion the tips holds well.Many people here still have screwdrivers that are 20+ years old,and they are still in use.The Nos screwdrivers i find now and then i save for the future.So check back here in 10-15 years

 

[Monte]

I know its a small wrench but that box end broaching looks pretty poor for Hazet. No radius design on the corners, the broach is off center a little and its meaty.

I only say something because I've had their 12pt combo's and all of them were beautifully forged and very clean.

i personally think the radius/flank drive design is not necessary for hand operated tools. A tight fitment = less play/slop = better in tight environments. I think it appears off center because of the camera angle. The box end is 1.1mm thicker than the 600N version. Heavy duty

Well i have many different Geilo drivers,and in my opinion the tips holds well.Many people here still have screwdrivers that are 20+ years old,and they are still in use.The Nos screwdrivers i find now and then i save for the future.So check back here in 10-15 years

i mainly asked because of the chrome plated tips Because chrome plated tips might wear over the years














Hawera jig saw blades

 

[merbie]

Went for the mac super torques

Sent from the sticks

 

[KCT_Jordan]

Just got a few of these Gedore Hinged/Cantilever Tool Boxes in ... what do you guys think? They're definitely old school & tough!

 

[Monte]

Just got a few of these Gedore Hinged/Cantilever Tool Boxes in ... what do you guys think? They're definitely old school & tough!

looks nice ! i´ll get me one coo Austria ?















Gedore brake line bending tool
...for 3/16"(4.75mm), 1/4"(6mm), 8mm and 10mm tubing

 

[CV90]

Nice haul today

Wiha precision micro bit set ESD safe

Wiha precision torx drivers with key handle

Facom 3/8" socket set. I think I like the older round head style ratchet better.

Facom 1/4" bit ratchet

Facom pliers and the well known fine tooth 3/8" round head ratchet. I like the spring loaded Facom pliers handles but sadly the cutting edge accuracy is not as good as my Knipex or Gedore pliers.

Facom Serkan ratchet crimping pliers for insulated terminals. This thing is 100% more awesome than the stamped dollar store model I used before.

Facom t-handle hex set

Facom t-handle torx set

 

[nanofrog]

Wiha precision torx drivers with key handle

Facom t-handle torx set

Why the duplication of sizes?

Facom Serkan ratchet crimping pliers for insulated terminals. This thing is 100% more awesome than the stamped dollar store model I used before.

I would hope so.

 

[CV90]

Why the duplication of sizes?

The Wiha drivers are tiny, between 60 and 80mm long. They are used for the small stuff.

 

[KCT_Jordan]

looks nice ! i´ll get me one coo Austria ?

Yes, sir!

 

[Alfajuj]

Nice haul today



Facom pliers and the well known fine tooth 3/8" round head ratchet. I like the spring loaded Facom pliers handles but sadly the cutting edge accuracy is not as good as my Knipex or Gedore pliers.

I have that same J.161 ratchet

The first time I used it in anger, the rubber grip just turned in my hand
I'm disappointed by that. I thought it was a legendary ratchet and all.

Did you have the same problem?

I guess I'll stick with my old Hazet 8816

 

[CV90]

This 3/8" one is still unused but at work we use the same round head Facom ratchets in 1/4" and 1/2" daily without any problems. So I'm guessing you got a lemon.

 

[merbie]

How come Germany 3/8 is hardly used and 1/4 and 1/2 are used most commonly?


Sent from the sticks

 

[CV90]

How come Germany 3/8 is hardly used and 1/4 and 1/2 are used most commonly?


Sent from the sticks

My guess is it's because Euro toolboxes are usually a lot smaller than US boxes. Every major brand like Gedore, Stahlwille or Facom sells 3/8" stuff but when you buy a complete set of Euro tools and toolbox it usually contains just the 1/4" and 1/2". Storage space is at a premium in our boxes so no 3/8" at work for us.

 

[merbie]

Do you never need it?


Sent from the sticks

 

[CV90]

Do you never need it?


Sent from the sticks

I can't think of any situation at my job where I absolutely need the 3/8" because the 1/2" won't fit. Mostly I work on large industrial stuff so clearance issues are almost non existant for me. But if you work on cars the lighter 3/8" might come in handy now and then.

 

[ttpete]

I can't think of any situation at my job where I absolutely need the 3/8" because the 1/2" won't fit. Mostly I work on large industrial stuff so clearance issues are almost non existant for me. But if you work on cars the lighter 3/8" might come in handy now and then.

In automotive, 3/8 was and is my go-to size most of the time, especially that now there are 3/8 impact tools that are more powerful than they were years ago. It's more compact and works better in tight areas.

 

[Monte]

Nice haul today

That´s an understatement That´s a very nice haul !

Yes, sir!

How come Germany 3/8 is hardly used and 1/4 and 1/2 are used most commonly?

i think in the future we will see more 3/8" tools at least in the car industry.















Found this barely used Eibenstock EHB 16/2.4 drill for a good price:
www.eibenstock.com


2-speed geartrain, 13mm Röhm chuck (16mm Röhm chuck is on the wish list)


massive side handle


old school design



some drilling tests: it works




Received a important spare part which was missing:

 

[Crown Imperial]

Nice drill.
Need to change those chineese multi size hole saws for something more apt for the job. Those things are das krappo. They cut holes as round as my fist.

 

[dutch79]

I also was using them, but it's also a pain in the *** to unmount and mount all the other sizes in the bracket. Now I have a set of fixed diameter sized hole saws.