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Does anyone here have any Festools?
Tools from the old world
- Thread starter Monte
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Recolored, not finished and not dry
Quiet old, but works fine, Webo
Done: Enginestand with set of 1/4" und 1/2" Hazetratchets and sockets.
In the back you se a "Absauganlage" and a "Oberfräse" (router???), tomorrow i'll have to clean up
Quiet old, but works fine, Webo
Done: Enginestand with set of 1/4" und 1/2" Hazetratchets and sockets.
In the back you se a "Absauganlage" and a "Oberfräse" (router???), tomorrow i'll have to clean up
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Servus, Monte,
Thanks for your investigations. So Helios shouldn't be a bad choice but I'm even more tempted by Mitutoyo. The model with the friction thimble you own looks nice. Since I own a 0 to 25 and a 25 to 50 mm micrometer now I could need larger types (up to 100 mm) but unfortunately, digital models are hardly affordable for me.
BTW, I found no "Made in ..." on the Garant micrometers.
I used the 25.000 mm "gauge block" (actually, it's not a block but I don't know the proper term) in order to play with the micrometers and test them. Would you be scared if the results don't vary more than (half of) the thickness of the marking line on the micrometer at max.?
Thanks, this is a helpful document.
Not really, because I plan to get some Garant 614700 (long combination wrenches), Stahlwille No. 14 and Hazet 600N wrenches in addition.
You rented it? You're joking, aren't you? Sorry, but I would never have expected that you rent a tool instead of buying it.
Indeed, I have several Festool tools. Is there anything specific you're interested in?
Regards,
Chreese
Thanks for your investigations. So Helios shouldn't be a bad choice but I'm even more tempted by Mitutoyo. The model with the friction thimble you own looks nice. Since I own a 0 to 25 and a 25 to 50 mm micrometer now I could need larger types (up to 100 mm) but unfortunately, digital models are hardly affordable for me.
BTW, I found no "Made in ..." on the Garant micrometers.
I used the 25.000 mm "gauge block" (actually, it's not a block but I don't know the proper term) in order to play with the micrometers and test them. Would you be scared if the results don't vary more than (half of) the thickness of the marking line on the micrometer at max.?
Thanks, this is a helpful document.
but now some sizes are missing
Not really, because I plan to get some Garant 614700 (long combination wrenches), Stahlwille No. 14 and Hazet 600N wrenches in addition.
actually it was quite fun to work with the Bosch GSH 5 CE demolition hammer we rented. The tiles had no chance
You rented it? You're joking, aren't you? Sorry, but I would never have expected that you rent a tool instead of buying it.
Indeed, I have several Festool tools. Is there anything specific you're interested in?
Regards,
Chreese
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Drills and the jigsaw also that vac they make.
Here are some NWS pliers I received today:
These are the PowerMax fittings pliers, and the "Peacemaker" ergo-grip pliers. These are my first NWS tools, and I'm pleased with them. I like the fittings pliers better than my Knipex pliers wrenches. I don't have any pliers like the Peacemaker to compare to, but I like the design. I like the fit, finish, and feel, and the high quality typical of German-made tools.
I wish this line was easier to get in the US. I ordered them from HIPA tools in Quebec, from Mr. Mark Seizer, whom I read about in one of Monte's posts. His customer service was really incredible, even though this was a very small order. The downside is that HIPA is not yet able to process credit cards, so they must have payment in advance, and the check clearing and shipping across the border took a while. But Mr. Seizer kept me informed so the wait didn't seem that long. He says they will be able to take online orders some time this spring.
Here's the HIPA contact info, posted with Mr. Seizer's consent:
These are the PowerMax fittings pliers, and the "Peacemaker" ergo-grip pliers. These are my first NWS tools, and I'm pleased with them. I like the fittings pliers better than my Knipex pliers wrenches. I don't have any pliers like the Peacemaker to compare to, but I like the design. I like the fit, finish, and feel, and the high quality typical of German-made tools.
I wish this line was easier to get in the US. I ordered them from HIPA tools in Quebec, from Mr. Mark Seizer, whom I read about in one of Monte's posts. His customer service was really incredible, even though this was a very small order. The downside is that HIPA is not yet able to process credit cards, so they must have payment in advance, and the check clearing and shipping across the border took a while. But Mr. Seizer kept me informed so the wait didn't seem that long. He says they will be able to take online orders some time this spring.
Here's the HIPA contact info, posted with Mr. Seizer's consent:
@wolpi:
nice ! I like the old drill press!
@american lockpicker:
you might want to check out http://festoolownersgroup.com and www.talkfestool.com
@Attappmann
cool !!! nice pliers ! How do you like the handles of the "peacemaker" ? Why do you like the NWS pliers wrench better than the Knipex ?
ps: just ordered the "peacemaker" on tuesday !!
For the readers who are interested in NWS, here the link to their online catalog: click and the PDF catalog: click
digital tools are not really necessary imho (for DIY), i only own the digital version because i got it for 20€. I guess all the lower priced micrometer are from eastern europe or China.... (except Mitutoyo which are low priced and still from Japan)
There will be always "messabweichungen"/measuring errors. A 0-25mm micrometer has a accuracy of +- 0,004mm. If you hold the mic with your warm hands there could be a difference. if you measure at 18 degree celsius, later at 25 there is a error, if you dont exactly read the scale at a 90 degree angle there will be a error (parallax error), dirt =error, the "measuring force" is a factor too. The ratchet of a mic engages at 5 to 10 Newton. Thats a big difference if the ratchet engages at 5 newton on the first measurement and 10 at the second - again measuring error...etc... So you would need to use a more accurate tool or do several measurements like 5 or 10 times and then you have a average.
You could use a micrometer not with 0,01 but with 0,001mm reading for more accuracy.
ok , problem solved
lol i figured out that to buy a 724.- € Bosch demolition hammer while i only receive 200.- € for the help is no good idea Because i rather save the money to buy a "Duss" hammer the next time
nice ! I like the old drill press!
@american lockpicker:
you might want to check out http://festoolownersgroup.com and www.talkfestool.com
@Attappmann
cool !!! nice pliers ! How do you like the handles of the "peacemaker" ? Why do you like the NWS pliers wrench better than the Knipex ?
ps: just ordered the "peacemaker" on tuesday !!
For the readers who are interested in NWS, here the link to their online catalog: click and the PDF catalog: click
digital tools are not really necessary imho (for DIY), i only own the digital version because i got it for 20€. I guess all the lower priced micrometer are from eastern europe or China.... (except Mitutoyo which are low priced and still from Japan)
There will be always "messabweichungen"/measuring errors. A 0-25mm micrometer has a accuracy of +- 0,004mm. If you hold the mic with your warm hands there could be a difference. if you measure at 18 degree celsius, later at 25 there is a error, if you dont exactly read the scale at a 90 degree angle there will be a error (parallax error), dirt =error, the "measuring force" is a factor too. The ratchet of a mic engages at 5 to 10 Newton. Thats a big difference if the ratchet engages at 5 newton on the first measurement and 10 at the second - again measuring error...etc... So you would need to use a more accurate tool or do several measurements like 5 or 10 times and then you have a average.
You could use a micrometer not with 0,01 but with 0,001mm reading for more accuracy.
ok , problem solved
lol
i figured out that to buy a 724.- € Bosch demolition hammer while i only receive 200.- € for the help is no good idea Because i rather save the money to buy a "Duss" hammer the next time
american lockpicker
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I seen a Milwalkee version for $200 locally and its made in Germany.
The Milwaukee tools here don`t say "made in....." on the sticker....
The hammer drills are the last tools made here (Winnenden/Germany). Before Techtronics took over the electric tool division from Atlas Copco (Milwaukee/AEG) almost all Atlas-Copco/AEG tools said "made in germany". The production then shifted to Nýřany/Czech Republic and predominantly China.
my favourite drill:
"Fein ASke 636 Kinetik"
The hammer drills are the last tools made here (Winnenden/Germany). Before Techtronics took over the electric tool division from Atlas Copco (Milwaukee/AEG) almost all Atlas-Copco/AEG tools said "made in germany". The production then shifted to Nýřany/Czech Republic and predominantly China.
my favourite drill:
"Fein ASke 636 Kinetik"
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I got this on sale at Lowes and it was $50 cheaper than the Chinese made version.
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What watch is that?
while on the topic of watches.... here are my Swiss masterpieces..
http://web.mac.com/sjsamaha/Site/Watch_Collection.html
http://web.mac.com/sjsamaha/Site/Watch_Collection.html
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hmm all these swiss watches..... i guess i need a new job
If you liked those look up Bergeon tools on google...
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Picked up this today at Fastenal.
Also got some Swiss Made files. I'll put up pics if anyone wants to see them.
Also got some Swiss Made files. I'll put up pics if anyone wants to see them.
"Kirschen" / "Two Cherries" chisel from Germany and "Nooitgedagt" chisel from Netherland. The dutch company don`t exist anymore (was sold to "Record" then together with Record to American Tool Company/Irwin and then to Newell Rubbermaid)
but here is a information page: www.nooitgedagt-ijlst.nl
@american lockpicker:
it seems you pick up all german/swiss made Bosch tools which exist !?
which grinder model is it ?
yes please post some pics of swiss files ! need some too
but here is a information page: www.nooitgedagt-ijlst.nl
@american lockpicker:
it seems you pick up all german/swiss made Bosch tools which exist !?
which grinder model is it ?yes please post some pics of swiss files ! need some too
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Its a 1810PS, yes all the Swiss and German Bosch tools are on clearance here so I've been picking them up every chance I get. Next I'm getting a Finecut saw and Boschhammer also a cordless drill or 2 if I can find any new Swiss ones. I'll put pics of the files up in a bit.
also a cordless drill or 2 if I can find any new Swiss ones. I'll put pics of the files up in a bit.american lockpicker
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Would have put these up sooner but my new camera is experiencing technical problems.
Heres the Swiss files. Also theres a spanner that came with my Bosch grinder.
@ Phang nice watch.
Heres the Swiss files. Also theres a spanner that came with my Bosch grinder.
@ Phang nice watch.
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I was on a road trip, so I haven't been here in a while...
ok I`ll just wait what i receive from "Gakken Mook" , hopefully its worth the money and not too many "Deen" advertisements
I hope you'll like it too. I've read a review from a person who sees things very objectively about hand tools and he approves of it...so, it should be ok (?).
picked this up at the book store....hopefully this is made in japan ..
Potato chips with seaweed
! Interesting book store...they must be specialized in importing Japanese manga and magazines?
Japanese chips are the best...if you ever go to Japan, you'll find some very interesting (weird even) flavours that you'd never see anywhere else in the world. Oh, and, those should be JDM ... but there has been shifts to offshore production of snacks and chips in Hong Kong and Taiwan for example.
I haven't tried these universal type bits/screwdrivers yet as I'm just skeptical. Perhaps it's most useful for keeping inside the house or to take with you on a trip.
also picked up this "Format" punch for 50 cent and the PH3+PH4 offset screwdriver from "Drehmax" for 1.-
Mmm, nice prices!
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Attappmann, please tell us your objective opinion on the two brands. Inquiring minds want to know.
I wish Knipex comes out with a serrated jaw version of the pliers wrench.
Where did you find the "Oregon" brand sold at?
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At one time Wal-mart carried them(at $2.14 a package ) now I get them at Tractor Supply.
) now I get them at Tractor Supply.I can’t afford a Swiss watch but I have watches made in Germany
super nice watch. One of my favorite companies besides IWC and Lange & Sohne. I am jeoulous
super nice watch. One of my favorite companies besides IWC and Lange & Sohne. I am jeoulous
I second that. I have been saving for a while to get me one of those. Good choice.
c`mon guys !!! what do you have for jobs ???? Pilot ? Engineer ? Pimp ??
Does anybody need a apprentice/trainee ? i will work for a swiss/german watch a month....
@superautobacs:
I`m eagerly waiting for the new issue !! The "Bookstore" also has other goods like videos, a wall of "Hello Kitty" stuff and also like 15 different sorts of potato chips from japan and other food. There are a couple of japanese companies located here (Technics/Panasonic, Sharp, Olympus, Pentax, Makita ("Dolmar" chain saw production site)). outsourcing of food ??? ahhh first tools now food....
For serious work i always would use the correct screwdriver. Everything else is more like DIY use or for emergency situations i dare to say.
Not a pliers wrench but pipe wrenches and with serrated jaws
"Dako" 1", 1 1/2" and 2" swedish pattern pipe wrenches.
It seems Gedore wants to clear out the last "Dako" branded inventory, these 3-piece sets are for sale for just 52.90 to 53.90 € compared to the 2007 list price of 190.28 € it`s a steal.
Does anybody need a apprentice/trainee ?
i will work for a swiss/german watch a month.... @superautobacs:
I`m eagerly waiting for the new issue !!
The "Bookstore" also has other goods like videos, a wall of "Hello Kitty" stuff and also like 15 different sorts of potato chips from japan and other food. There are a couple of japanese companies located here (Technics/Panasonic, Sharp, Olympus, Pentax, Makita ("Dolmar" chain saw production site)). outsourcing of food ??? ahhh first tools now food.... For serious work i always would use the correct screwdriver. Everything else is more like DIY use or for emergency situations i dare to say.
Not a pliers wrench but pipe wrenches and with serrated jaws
"Dako" 1", 1 1/2" and 2" swedish pattern pipe wrenches.
It seems Gedore wants to clear out the last "Dako" branded inventory, these 3-piece sets are for sale for just 52.90 to 53.90 € compared to the 2007 list price of 190.28 € it`s a steal.
I bought myself an Knipex circlip plier set last week, came in a very nice tool roll 
thk2c, the time keeping tool from the old world that I’ve posted is a Lange & Söhne, made in Glashütte. It is my favorite time keeping tool (aka watch) as it doesn’t catch any attention at all.
You are right Monte, I work as an enginner and a part time pimp
I got the money to buy all these little toys from my part time job
super nice watch. One of my favorite companies besides IWC and Lange & Sohne. I am jeoulous
thk2c, the time keeping tool from the old world that I’ve posted is a Lange & Söhne, made in Glashütte. It is my favorite time keeping tool (aka watch) as it doesn’t catch any attention at all.
You are right Monte, I work as an enginner and a part time pimp
I got the money to buy all these little toys from my part time job 
@phang + Wizard:
nice Knipex pliers !
@phang:
i knew it !! i need to find a part time job like that !
@Hazet:
btw Hazet 802 "Hexanamic"....
from the most recent DIY magazine a screwdriver test:
Place 1: Hazet 802 Hexanamic
Place 2: Felo Ergonic 410
Place 3: Felo ergonic 400
Place 4: Wera Kraftform
Place 5: Athlet 510
nice Knipex pliers !
@phang:
i knew it !! i need to find a part time job like that !
@Hazet:
btw Hazet 802 "Hexanamic"....
from the most recent DIY magazine a screwdriver test:
Place 1: Hazet 802 Hexanamic
Place 2: Felo Ergonic 410
Place 3: Felo ergonic 400
Place 4: Wera Kraftform
Place 5: Athlet 510
added the Hazet 27mm combination wrench to my set
have them upto 36...
maybe my last picture figures the size of the wrench...the 27mm is the smallest
but monte makes the better pictures
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Heres my latest purchase. Not a tool you normally see here but its from the old world. The newers ones you see for sale here are now Chinese and the NOS are USA made but I came across a pair of Finnish made Fiskars a few days ago and had to buy it.
Also today I went to woodcraft and seen a ton of old world tools from Europe and Japan.
Also today I went to woodcraft and seen a ton of old world tools from Europe and Japan.
I bought myself an Knipex circlip plier set last week, came in a very nice tool roll
thk2c, the time keeping tool from the old world that I’ve posted is a Lange & Söhne, made in Glashütte. It is my favorite time keeping tool (aka watch) as it doesn’t catch any attention at all.
You are right Monte, I work as an enginner and a part time pimp
Phang, I looked at it too quick and thought it was a Glashütte Original (also a great watch). Langes are my favorite watches of all time with IWC a close second and Glashutte Original third. Wear it in good health.