Tools from the old world

[redvalkyrie]

With is the price on that stainless Tone screwdriver?

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Saw this today on youtube; the host is from a German based tuning shop, he does a walk through the Hazet factory and talks with workers there. Note: this is in German and not English but I still enjoyed seeing the Hazet manufacturing facilities, processes. I though others; might enjoy, this video as well.

He's alive!

 

[thomfr]

Any opinons on these Fiskars Kitchen Shears? I was at another kitchenware shop in another mega mall and these caught my eye. This Shear and the whole lot of Fiskars stuff is made in Finland The finish is exceptional.

Sorry for crappy cell phone picture.

Also wanted to mention the price: $27 USD / €24 / $880 TWD

Fiskars has an excellent name for quality in Europe! They also make very slick and good wood Splitting Axes
(google Fiskars X25 or X27) and other stuff. Will buy one in the near future.
Thom

 

[ttpete]

I've been looking at this stainless screwdriver for two years, but never saw a discount. The list price is way too expensive for me. I can almost buy two nepros or five pb swiss drivers with the same amount of money.

That looks like a surgical tool that an orthopedic surgeon would use.

 

[voodooaw]

With is the price on that stainless Tone screwdriver?

1460 NTD is around 45 USD, without considering the shipping cost to US.

 

[voodooaw]

Well $45 ain't too horrible if you compare it with Steritool's $80 USD Per screwdriver.

I will say the Tone handle feels hollow on the handle. I might buy the tone anyways.

Usually I don't take these tools targeted for cleanroom or surgical application into consideration. Even a second hand Scanlan tweezer can be sold for 400 bulks. I want to keep my kidney.

 

[voodooaw]

There is also a set of six Petitpierre watchmaker screwdriver selling on eBay for 2200 USD, and someone bought it.

 

[dkroth]

To prelude, I have never witness so many tools today in my entire life. I am unable to document everything due to the astronomical amount. Not everything is grouped together because of the challenges of organizing so many photos.

Inexpensive prices, too. I'd have a full cart.

 

[losvre]

Hautpot,

You must now feel like the king of tools

I am sending you a pm later on

 

[superautobacs]

Next door is the older electronics plaza. You can find anything and everything that exists about electronics. From Fluke meters to circuit boards to security cameras, this place LITERALLY has everything (no exaggeration). I was told this individual mom and pop storefront has been in business in 60 years.

Totally reminiscent of my experiences in Japan! I visited and captured this video when I was there:

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Looks like Engineer re brand:

Did you forget about a recent post at the TOJ thread? Engineer is not the original, nor the only brand to have such type of pliers.

I really want these bits

Just a heads-up...You'll have to either modify them to fit regular North American chucks or use them with bit holder like a Wera Rapidator to make them work.

Inhand? Mayhew's OEM? These are about 1/2 the price of Mayhew's.

You might be right on that!


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Patented in Germany, but made in Taiwan (in big bold letters on back)

Suspicious of that statement.

Hmmmm... no country of origin.... Vietnam?

Probably. Just like some Fujiya pliers. Vietnam doesn't have a strong manufacturing background, but the people in general have a hard working ethic, and are keen, eager learners of skills. That's one of the reasons why companies are starting to go to Vietnam.

What is this? A copycat Wera?!?

Shocking indeed

 

[hautpot]

This is an underground wood craftsman's shangri-la. Dunno much about woodwooking but... but... shiny!

Oooooo shiny stuff

I think these levels are made in Korea with German vials:

Proxxon!

Oooooo...

Surprise! Very interesting piece. The shop owner was unclear about the story of these Knipex with the laser "k", but he (and I paraphrase) thinks at one time "K-germany" at one time was the sole importer of Knipex to Taiwan (or perhaps China?) and imitations followed so they added the extra laser "K". Nonetheless, I HAD to have because of the uniqueness and mysterious background! I can verify, after opening them, they are genuine Knipex and with the fact a high end shop like this wouldn't swindle you.

Sorry guys, no pictures of the powertools and main showroom floor. But I will be back, maybe even thrice .

 

[superautobacs]

Mmmmm, I need to get myself more fully hand-made Japanese chisels.


..and interesting to see Knipex products packaged like that. Looking forward to seeing more.

 

[Qualitytools]

Thanks very much for sharing

 

[hautpot]

NEWS!!!!!

Apparently That K i was talking about is called "Kingdom Germany" (yes that is the company full name) They imported knipex and make some (almost identical) stuff here domestically. The Knipex stuff will say Knipex and made in Germany whereas the Taiwan stuff will say Germany only and be blatantly obvious to not look like the knipex counterparts. So it is pretty much like how Matco has their logo laser'd on the Knipex stuff kind-of-deal.

Just found this out in an older part of Taipei known as Powertool lane.

Also saw a few NWS pliers today.

 

[jensputzier]

Reilang Precision Sprayers

Have you used? Feedback?

I'd like to get one to spray some parts with a light coating of oil.

There are several here (I've purchased several of the Reilang oilers from Jens but can't don't know anything about the sprays. And there's very little info. Some are "precision micro sprayers" and some are termed "precision liquid sprayers" -- what's the difference? I presume micro sprayers spray a very "micro" area of a part or piece of machinery. Do the liquid sprayers spray a much larger area?

http://www.jensputzier.com/Reilang-Oilers-and-Pumps/Sprayers/

One of the drawbacks (and it's a minor quibble!) of Jen's website for me is it's difficult to tell the difference between the various Reilang models.

As for spraying a light mist of oil on a part (say anything from 2"x2"x2" to something 12"x16"x8" these mightn't be effective?

I understand that Wurth made (or rebranded) a German-made model of "sprayer" that had the seals that could hold up and allow one to spray a light mist of non-detergent oil on a part.

Thoughts on these Reilang? Tempted to try one out.

I have discussed this with Reilang as I couldn't see the difference from Reilangs datasheets as well.

So the difference is: The Reilang R009- series precision sprayers have a fixed nozzle whereas the RZE series micro sprayers have an adjustable nozzle that allows to adjust the spray angle. Both come with different size bottle volumes. The RZB500AL is a new one that allows to spray brake cleaner.

 

[HCNDM]

Hey guys,

Quick question. I have a small brandless 35liter compressor. It's oiled but noisy and not a lot of air for the impact. It Brad nails nicely.

As I am getting closer to convincing the SWMBO that I need a need work shop I also started doing some research on a new compressor.

And found out it's pretty difficult to get vertical compressors in holland. In the us they seem plentiful.

Anyone know why this is?

In terms of space being a premium I'd really like a vertical.

I don't spray paint much. So a 100litre tank at max 2 hp would suffice.

Considering cubic feet of air per minute is never quoted how many liters a minute would I be needing?


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[hautpot]

I went to so many more shops today and I think I hit the ultimate Knipex jackpot:

I have been longing a return spring cobolt without comfort grips for so long. The part number 71 11 200 doesn't exists on Knipex, but might be special for Asia. The jaws predate the laser etching style.

The best thing is I paid around $42 USD for it and it can also double as a lanyard attachment point! It looks cheap but I love it so much I might go buy another one.

 

[HCNDM]

I went to so many more shops today and I think I hit the ultimate Knipex jackpot:

I have been longing a return spring cobolt without comfort grips for so long. The part number 71 11 200 doesn't exists on Knipex, but might be special for Asia. The jaws predate the laser etching style.

The best thing is I paid around $42 USD for it and it can also double as a lanyard attachment point! It looks cheap but I love it so much I might go buy another one.

That's one pretty mini bolt cutter [emoji6]


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[Superbec]

Hey guys,

Quick question. I have a small brandless 35liter compressor. It's oiled but noisy and not a lot of air for the impact. It Brad nails nicely.

As I am getting closer to convincing the SWMBO that I need a need work shop I also started doing some research on a new compressor.

And found out it's pretty difficult to get vertical compressors in holland. In the us they seem plentiful.

Anyone know why this is?

In terms of space being a premium I'd really like a vertical.

I don't spray paint much. So a 100litre tank at max 2 hp would suffice.

Considering cubic feet of air per minute is never quoted how many liters a minute would I be needing?


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you can't find a decent vertical here on 220v , if you have 380v in the garage maybe , it will cost you a lot though..

I have an Air-press vertical 50L 350 lpm, 2.5kw (I think), you'll probably never need anything bigger ( no sandblasting, no polishing tools)

It's a noisy ******* ... it may go for 150 coin, if you ever come around Limburg

I just wired the big one I got from TBS-aachen 2 months ago.... it's amazing I don't have to cycle while doing anything

I get 8 bar constant even when blowing carbuetors ...
and it's ~15m from my main work room so I don't hear a thing ...


WERA POWER !

 

[hautpot]

The "Powertool lane" I was rambling about earlier:

At least fifthteen stores that pretty much all look like this.

Copy cat Cobra water pump pliers next to Real ones.

The same importer of Knipex with their line of pliers. This cable shear is about $6 USD.

This is where (not in powertool lane but close to it) I bought that unusual cobolt cutter. Notice the selection of VBW and Wiha. The VBW is priced very cheap I wanna buy it! They also had an enormous amount of japan pliers, but I will try not to spam the thread with boring pictures.

 

[superautobacs]

I wish all my spring-loaded pliers have a holder like that.



You mentioning about the power-tool alley, where there's several similar stores all lined up next to eachother, is exactly what I witnessed in Istanbul, Turkey. It was an odd site.




Speaking of some fake Knipex....

Khipex (China) and Knibax (India) pliers and boxes are examples that Knipex has documented

 

[HCNDM]

you can't find a decent vertical here on 220v , if you have 380v in the garage maybe , it will cost you a lot though..

I have an Air-press vertical 50L 350 lpm, 2.5kw (I think), you'll probably never need anything bigger ( no sandblasting, no polishing tools)

It's a noisy ******* ... it may go for 150 coin, if you ever come around Limburg

I just wired the big one I got from TBS-aachen 2 months ago.... it's amazing I don't have to cycle while doing anything

I get 8 bar constant even when blowing carbuetors ...
and it's ~15m from my main work room so I don't hear a thing ...


WERA POWER !

I was looking at that air press. Noise was a concern. Now proven [emoji22]

380v is not an option sadly. They sell 100l horizontal 2 stage units for normal money. Can't figure out why the won't make a vertical.

Can't imagine there's significant extra cost or engineering in a vertical.


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[hautpot]

You could try to fabricate something similar to this minimalist attempt. I imagine it would be very easy and quick

Wow that is such a coincidence

Yeah I saw countless amounts of copycats like "Boss" (Bosch). I cannot stress enough how many unusual brands there are there are in Taiwan (and I am guessing China as well).

 

[thomfr]

you can't find a decent vertical here on 220v , if you have 380v in the garage maybe , it will cost you a lot though..

I have an Air-press vertical 50L 350 lpm, 2.5kw (I think), you'll probably never need anything bigger ( no sandblasting, no polishing tools)

It's a noisy ******* ... it may go for 150 coin, if you ever come around Limburg

I just wired the big one I got from TBS-aachen 2 months ago.... it's amazing I don't have to cycle while doing anything

I get 8 bar constant even when blowing carbuetors ...
and it's ~15m from my main work room so I don't hear a thing ...


WERA POWER !

I'm also looking for a new compressor (our 30yrs old Meccia Concorde 2 HP twin cyl. is dying rapidly).

But need a conventional one as we move it around sometimes. Looked at a Michelin VCX100 first but the dealers advised me to go for Airpress as these pumps are made in Italy and the Michelin one is a Chinese clone of an Italian pump two seperate dealers told me.
Fancy the Airpress 425/100 (240V).

picture from the web.
(€ 550 excl. tax.)

Any other options?

Thom (also from Limburg The Netherlands)

 

[HCNDM]

I'm also looking for a new compressor (our 30yrs old Meccia Concorde 2 HP twin cyl. is dying rapidly). But need a conventional one as we move it around sometimes. Looked at a Michelin VCX100 first but the dealers advised me to go for Airpress as these pumps are made in Italy and the Michelin one is a Chinese clone of an Italian pump two seperate dealers told me.

Fancy the Airpress 425/100 (240V).

picture from the web.

(€ 550 excl. tax.)



Any other options?



Thom (also from Limburg The Netherlands)

My dad has a Michelin. Been running solidly for about four years now. I like the air press.

If only they had more vertical machines....

Is it the same in the UK and Germany? Horizontals mostly? Anyone know why?


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[chrissalas1]

Guys from Europe if you want air compressor you can look at this site which has very good prices and free shipping to Europe

http://www.agrieuro.co.uk/air-compressors-c-110.html

 

[HCNDM]

Guys from Europe if you want air compressor you can look at this site which has very good prices and free shipping to Europe

http://www.agrieuro.co.uk/air-compressors-c-110.html

Prices are pretty decent... No verticals though... That's really starting to bug me.

How difficult can it be to stand the tank on end and mint the motor on top [emoji39]


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[chrissalas1]

Prices are pretty decent... No verticals though... That's really starting to bug me.

How difficult can it be to stand the tank on end and mint the motor on top [emoji39]


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Why do you want a vertical?For better drain?It isn't difficult but you must weld some plates to the tank which is not suggested.

 

[dutchgray]

I would want a vertical compressor if I ever get around to buying a large one, takes up less valuable floor area than a horizontal once you get up to decent sized tanks.

 

[HCNDM]

I would want a vertical compressor if I ever get around to buying a large one, takes up less valuable floor area than a horizontal once you get up to decent sized tanks.

My thoughts exactly... I can fit a tiny horizontal or a decent vertical.


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[gabrorlandi]

I wish all my spring-loaded pliers have a holder like that.



You mentioning about the power-tool alley, where there's several similar stores all lined up next to eachother, is exactly what I witnessed in Istanbul, Turkey. It was an odd site.




Speaking of some fake Knipex....

Khipex (China) and Knibax (India) pliers and boxes are examples that Knipex has documented

I saw that many times. many stores sell them as authentic and some copies are accurate. I saw fakes of Knipex, Bahco and Hazet.

Thats the reason I buy only stores authorized by the manufacturer.

 

[hautpot]

Found a new hidden gem in Taipei! This shop has more PB swiss than Factory Gear and ALOT of older Vintage PB swiss. Imma go back to pick up some stuff soon.

 

[hautpot]

Anyone tried Paul Or Rösel?

 

[HCNDM]

Anyone tried Paul Or Rösel?

I have a large roesle. I have some Wustoff too. Good knives in the same quality range.

That said neither come close to my Kai shun knives. I love Japanese kitchen knives and folded steels. 61hrc real thin. Sharper than my straight razor.




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[hautpot]

Hmmm... I think i will pick up the Rösel and Paul here, then return to the US to order a high end Shun

 

[HCNDM]

Hmmm... I think i will pick up the Rösel and Paul here, then return to the US to order a high end Shun

You won't be disappointed. German steel is easier to sharpen and better suited to daily use. They are often stainless too. The best Japanese knives are carbon steel and require a lot of tlc.

Whilst on the topic if you ever run into a Robert Herder paring knife in carbon steel grab it. Don't ever stick it in a dishwasher and enjoy it for many years.



They are the most awesome small kitchen knife ever!


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[Henning]

A nice pair I picked up quite recently:






One day I'll do a post about Norwegian tools and tool manufacturers [emoji1303]

 

[node105]

Anyone tried Paul Or Rösel?

Rosel used to make the best professional kitchen utensils available - has been made in china for several years now; no more Rosle on my buying list.
I don't recall them having the courtesy to label COO either.

Knives are another story Japanese can be great, the right French brands are desirable, and Germany makes several different styles.

 

[node105]

You won't be disappointed. German steel is easier to sharpen and better suited to daily use.

re ease of sharpening - that very much depends on the type of steel.

 

[HCNDM]

re ease of sharpening - that very much depends on the type of steel.

Completely right.

Without going into the benefits and downsides of 20 commonly used cutlery steels (420Hc vs SV30 VS CP54 VS VG10 etc) the Japanese tend to harden their steels further to 60-61 hrc vs 57-58 hrc. Making for a brittle but hard blade.

Even to the layman you'd find a wustof can be sharpened wel with minimal knowledge and time. My Kai shuns take a lot more TLC and a larger collection of stones.

Enough about Kitchen tools I have multiple knive and smithing forums for that. Back to compressors...

still havent found a reason why its so hard to get a home user vertical compressor in Holland.