Tools from the old world

[bcjames]

While work is good and I'm upgrading tools, I was thinking of getting an SO 1/2" ratchet. on the SO site, thats £125. Looking around at Stahlwille again, I find this set for £200. To me, this seems the way to go, as I could retire/upgrade my sockets at the same time. It's essentially cheaper, and I get the extensions too. Plus, having some German tools is cool, SO is too common

Its the 1/2" AF set. Covers the sizes I use, aside a 1.5/16.

Im trying not to be too impulsive, so wondered what you all thought to this idea of Stahlwille over SO

 

[Monte]

@superautobacs:
unfortunately most tools here come without product card or it dont say anything. So i only can look in the net to try to find out and look at sites like farnell.com who shows the COO.
I think these , these and these (like yours) are imported and not from Bessey (or at least some,some are "Made in USA" though, but C-clamps are a american thing , here you almost only find sliding clamps)

btw: interesting Blu-Dan file ! I wonder why they produce their own files but also buy some ... Could be wayyy easier to stop producing and just buy them from Nicholson and sell them...

I think the extension is a nice idea since you can attach any socket to it, shallow, medium and deep. Magnets you would have to attach to every single socket and the other magnetic extensions only work with shallow sockets.

The socket pic you posted looks like the wrench i posted, for me they look the same, but does it work ? Do you have any spline socket/wrenches or Wright spline etc. ? Do they fit really good on Torx ??

The HIOS drive tool looks interesting ! Now i want one ! hmm electric tools


@bcjames:
I guess this is the wrong thread to ask whether you should buy Snap-on or Stahlwille
I would buy what you like more and/or what is more economic

if you need a metric set too this is nice with the "Quick Release" extensions:

ok thats not Snap-on but a similar ratchet from CAT:
but good enough for a comparison pic:
The beauty and the beast ... but who is who ???

 

[The Muffin Man]

@The Muffin Man

I can't say much about the quality other than what I can see first hand....
The fit and finish is great; every bit as good as the well-known German brands. Considering the length of this screwdriver, I think the size of the handle is on the smaller side so I don't think it'll generate as much torque as the larger handles from Wera or Felo, for example. The handle is comfortable though: no high ridges like the Wera, which in my case, can cause pain on the palm (depending on the type of grip I use). I definitely prefer Felo handles over the Wera for that reason. They are more comfortable and provide greater grip.....but harder to clean.

Regarding the stripped JIS screws.... If you don't mind playing around with 1/4" bits, Wera has this item: 05135042001 WERA 851/1J PHILLIPSILLIPS BIT PHILLIPS1 X 25MM (ASIAN PHILLIPS)
I got it not too long ago, but I haven't used it yet. I bought it simply out of curiosity. They do not have any other sizes, but i think you find the #1 size the most common for your use, correct?

The Vessel cross-recess / Phillips tip screwdrivers may or may not fit those screws any better than the German/Swiss brands that you've used. I find that when comparing PH2 screwdriver tips from different manufacturers, it's normal to have slight differences in the profile/geometry. That means for a particular screw, a PB Phillips #2 may have the tightest fit with little play, but on a different screw of the same size, it may not fit the same. The manufacturer of the screw has a standard as well on their end and I believe there's bound to be tolerance issues.

Simply put, you can never have enough PH1/2 screwdrivers.

Thank you Superautobacs.

The most common sizes that I've been running into are 00, 0, and 2. Finding a driver that can fit the P2 JIS fasteners well isn't much of a challenge, the smaller sizes are where the cam out problems reside .

Looks like the only solution is to buy a couple more screwdriver sets

 

[bcjames]

@bcjames:
I guess this is the wrong thread to ask whether you should buy Snap-on or Stahlwille
I would buy what you like more and/or what is more economic

if you need a metric set too this is nice with the "Quick Release" extensions:

Haha very true! I do like the look of the German ratchets, I think I've just become accustomed to the SO style. I've just never used a Stahlwille ratchet, so thought I best ask

Oh and I don't use Metric at all often. I thought if I got my AF set up all sorted, I could add metric sockets at a later date. That said, I dont seem to be able to find sets of sockets, only individual ones for sale.

 

[Monte]

Socket sets without ratchet etc. seem only be available in Torx, hex, Ribe etc. and deep metric but not regular shallow sockets from Stahlwille.

A set like this is available in metric though:

or this

Tire (Tyre ) tread depth gauge

(possibly made by www.starie.de )

 

[Vinko]

Im trying not to be too impulsive, so wondered what you all thought to this idea of Stahlwille over SO

I think it makes a lot of sense. Given the prices, I'm thinking of getting some 1/2" sockets from Stahlwille rather than the SO variants. Though I'm not one to shy away from the SO truck myself.....

 

[bcjames]

I think it makes a lot of sense. Given the prices, I'm thinking of getting some 1/2" sockets from Stahlwille rather than the SO variants. Though I'm not one to shy away from the SO truck myself.....

They do look nice. I like the idea of European tools over US too, given I live in Europe, in much the same way most Americans seem to prefer SO tools. Unfortunately Britain has, for the most part, seemingly run out of good tool makers.

I was concerned I might buy what, for me at least is a significant purchase for tools (costs more than my SO rollcab did!) and then wish I'd gone else where. That said, I've read most of this thread again and theres plenty of hard used Stahlwille, Gedore, Facom etc. that it boosts my confidence in my decision. Hopefully Royal Mail bring my Stahlwille spanner set today and that confirms it all for me that I love their stuff!

Oh wow, amazing! I could probably sell my Mini, buy that, then just happily look at it

 

[bcjames]

Well, the AF Stahlwille set is on its way to me. Should be at my garage on Monday. Now, just need someone from Germany to work out getting an Assistent to me and I'll be sorted

 

[Moose-LandTran]

I bought this set this morning for £40. No-one else bid..

 

[bcjames]

I nearly did, but having bought the 1/2 set, I though I best not get a 1/4 Metric set too!

 

[Jeff]

 

[superautobacs]

@superautobacs:
...(or at least some,some are "Made in USA" though, but C-clamps are a american thing , here you almost only find sliding clamps)

Yeah, you're right; I've seen "made in USA" items as well, and C-clamps really aren't that popular in Europe, eh. You mostly only find F-clamps offered there. I've bought a set of four, light-duty, 8" Bessey Klik clamps...haven't used them yet though. At least those were made in Germany.

btw: interesting Blu-Dan file ! I wonder why they produce their own files but also buy some ... Could be wayyy easier to stop producing and just buy them from Nicholson and sell them...

I know, I was by that. Not capable? Cheaper to import? Wholesale purchase? This wasn't the only example either.
BTW, according to a long-time Nicholson distributor in Japan, the Made in Canada Nicholsen files were the best ever. ...interesting.

I think the extension is a nice idea since you can attach any socket to it, shallow, medium and deep. Magnets you would have to attach to every single socket and the other magnetic extensions only work with shallow sockets.

Agreed! The Taiwanese still bang out new (and useful ) innovations.

The socket pic you posted looks like the wrench i posted, for me they look the same, but does it work ? Do you have any spline socket/wrenches or Wright spline etc. ? Do they fit really good on Torx ??

Yeah, it does look the same.
Nope, I don't have any sockets, but I do have some ratcheting wrenches using spline drive. It bites pretty well on regular hex fasteners, and so far no hiccups. I haven't tried them on Torx fasteners though.

Thank you Superautobacs.

The most common sizes that I've been running into are 00, 0, and 2. Finding a driver that can fit the P2 JIS fasteners well isn't much of a challenge, the smaller sizes are where the cam out problems reside .

Looks like the only solution is to buy a couple more screwdriver sets

　Couple more sets sounds good with me, too.

I can't recommend it as I've never used it, but I've read favourable reviews on Vessel's new Impacta screwdriver. They basically merged the bulky impact driver to a conventional screwdriver body:

Striking it with a hammer will yield a 12* twist for loosening. They only have two sizes of +2 and one +3. However, it's new on the market so they may add smaller sizes to the line.

More pics here.

 

[impulse922]

yay, new tools!

thanks to chreese in the past 5 pages or so, i had to get these:

and a 4" crecent. My dad uses one as a key ring, and while it is kinda big, its sooooper useful.

 

[Monte]

I could probably sell my Mini, buy that, then just happily look at it

yeah thats a good idea

pls post some pics when the tools arrive on monday !!

Did you look at volkszone etc. for Hazet Assistents already ?

@Moose:
nice set !!!!

@sharkin:
nice lookin drawer !! The 2 Stanley screwdrivers need to be replaced though !! j/k !

@impulse922
nice stuff !!!!



@Superautobacs:
Yeah, you're right; I've seen "made in USA" items as well, and C-clamps really aren't that popular in Europe, eh. You mostly only find F-clamps offered there. I've bought a set of four, light-duty, 8" Bessey Klik clamps...haven't used them yet though. At least those were made in Germany.

Yes F-clamps..... The cast ones have "Germany" cast into... I think the Klik-clamp too ? Some (newer ?) packages with an additional american Bessey adress now also say "Made in Germany" on the package (did a tool sightseeing tour today ) But I´m pretty confident that the all-steel F-clamps are made here too...

I know, I was by that. Not capable? Cheaper to import? Wholesale purchase? This wasn't the only example either.
BTW, according to a long-time Nicholson distributor in Japan, the Made in Canada Nicholsen files were the best ever. ...interesting.

Blu-Dan from Portugal, Blu-Dan packages with Nicholson files, Nicholson from Brasil and now even from Canada it´s getting stranger and stranger
Probably "back in the days" they used better steel, nowadays files only cost 5 or 6 bucks a piece and are throw away goods, everybody has a machine tool nowadays which can do the job of a file faster + better. But there always will be a reason to use a file. Now i will look out for canadian Nicholson files too, only found the brasilian ones so far and USA rasps. There was a file test once in a german magazine but they all failed compared to the standards first set in 1961 where a file which lasts 7500 strokes was only considered "useable" and 10.000 strokes was considered better, nowadays the best tested file lasted close to 4000 strokes some only around 1500-2000 or even worse...(around 500 down to 0 ...) click for test ("erreichte Hubzahl" = number of strokes)

Agreed! The Taiwanese still bang out new (and useful ) innovations.

by the way .... some news from HiFive ..:
swivel ratchet which is lockable and with 144 teeth ( 2x 72 ) :

Yeah, it does look the same.
Nope, I don't have any sockets, but I do have some ratcheting wrenches using spline drive. It bites pretty well on regular hex fasteners, and so far no hiccups. I haven't tried them on Torx fasteners though.


i wonder if it makes sense to buy any spline tools ...., i don´t know if i can be convinced ...

Btw laser etched tools:

Do you know something about the new Ko-Ken "Z-eal" /Z-series tools ??

Here is more info (?)

ps: do you have a "Anex" "Anexist" screwdriver ? (or similar Anex 3960 e.g.)

 

[superautobacs]

Yes F-clamps..... The cast ones have "Germany" cast into... I think the Klik-clamp too ? Some (newer ?) packages with an additional american Bessey adress now also say "Made in Germany" on the package (did a tool sightseeing tour today ) But I´m pretty confident that the all-steel F-clamps are made here too...

Yeah, I recall a similar experience on one of my tool sightseeings as well: all the F-types had "Germany" cast into them. I'll check out my Klik-clamps later to see if "Germany" is on there or not. If it doesn't say Germany on the product it's probably made in the US or China as indicated only on the product card (i think).


Blu-Dan from Portugal, Blu-Dan packages with Nicholson files, Nicholson from Brasil and now even from Canada it´s getting stranger and stranger
Probably "back in the days" they used better steel, nowadays files only cost 5 or 6 bucks a piece and are throw away goods, everybody has a machine tool nowadays which can do the job of a file faster + better. But there always will be a reason to use a file. Now i will look out for canadian Nicholson files too, only found the brasilian ones so far and USA rasps. There was a file test once in a german magazine but they all failed compared to the standards first set in 1961 where a file which lasts 7500 strokes was only considered "useable" and 10.000 strokes was considered better, nowadays the best tested file lasted close to 4000 strokes some only around 1500-2000 or even worse...(around 500 down to 0 ...) click for test ("erreichte Hubzahl" = number of strokes)

Interesting! The Canadian made Nicholson files were in reference to the old ones, so wha
t you just said is indeed true. I sure haven't seen any "MIC" Nicholsens yet.


by the way .... some news from HiFive ..:
swivel ratchet which is lockable and with 144 teeth ( 2x 72 ) :[/B]

Yeah, I just saw that a few days ago, too. I assume it functions just like any other round-head, dual-pawl ratchet (like the Triangle Tool version) It's pretty cool, i think. I wonder if the head is thinner compared to the Triangle version?


i wonder if it makes sense to buy any spline tools ...., i don´t know if i can be convinced ...

The Wille's are super expensive though Perhaps if you're working on an Airbus aircraft where there's spline fasterners, yes. .....but otherwise, I'd just get some cheaper Taiwanese stuff.



Do you know something about the new Ko-Ken "Z-eal" /Z-series tools ??

Nope, other than that it's going to be a new line of tools geared for auto mechanics, and slated to be released this summer. I've been going to the Ko-ken website regularly to find the latest scoop. They've been keeping it hush-hush though. I wonder if someone like Nikolai V .... or UKSteve might know something about it.



ps: do you have a "Anex" "Anexist" screwdriver ? (or similar Anex 3960 e.g.)

No, I don't. But that series is dubbed the "screw-breaker".

@impulse922

Cool stuff
I'm a little surprised at how short the 21mm is next to the 10mm.

 

[dede2897234]

Superautobacs,

Have you read any positive reviews regarding the Anex 3960 series ("screw-breaker") screwdrivers?

If yes, can you please post the link(s) here?


Thanks,

Dave

 

[impulse922]

@impulse922

Cool stuff
I'm a little surprised at how short the 21mm is next to the 10mm.

me too, its a mixture of an abnormally long 10mm and an abnormally short 21mm.

 

[dede2897234]

Monte and Superautobacs,

Do you know of any reputable online (does not have to be U.S. based) or local tool resellers that stock Anex screwdrivers?


Thanks,

Dave

 

[Jeff]

@sharkin:
nice lookin drawer !! The 2 Stanley screwdrivers need to be replaced though !! j/k !

They were too good to pass up. $5 for the set of two. Made by Sheffield.

 

[Chreese]

Servus, Dave,

Do you know of any reputable online (does not have to be U.S. based) or local tool resellers that stock Anex screwdrivers?

**** (located in Germany) sells a few Anex screwdrivers. Maybe **** can order the complete line of Anex tools for you.
Based upon my experiences, **** is a good company to deal with.

Hope this helps,

Chreese

 

[JayL]

@ Superautobacs

I visited our local Koken distributor and they don't have the new Koken Sliding T-handle yet. I'm deferring purchasing a T-handle till I see the new ones. Thanks for the tip.

Unior Torx screwdrivers

 

[JayL]

Got some Bellota Files too and were expecting these to be Made in Spain but I guess not anymore

Hecho en Mexico now

Sunflag w/ striking caps

 

[dede2897234]

JayL,

Did you purchase the above Sunflag screwdrivers in the Philippines?

If not, which foreign internet tool reseller sold you the Sunflag screwdrivers?


Earlier this year, I purchased the complete set of "888" series cross recess and a "215" series, #3 cross recess screwdriver from an Australian internet, woodworking hand tools reseller.


Dave

 

[dede2897234]

Superautobacs,

Do you know if Amazon Japan sells to U.S. and Canadian customers?

I am curious because they sell various hand tools from KTC, Anex, and Vessel.


Thanks,

Dave

 

[bcjames]

yeah thats a good idea

pls post some pics when the tools arrive on monday !!

Did you look at volkszone etc. for Hazet Assistents already ?

Well nothing showed up yesterday, and it looks like no post today, so I should be having everything come on monday! Itll be like christmas! I did pick up a couple of these though, just to keep me going:

Ive had a look around for Assistents, and straight from Germany seems to be the cheapest way. I dont need one badly though, so it can wait until I go on a trip to Germany.

 

[JayL]

JayL,

Did you purchase the above Sunflag screwdrivers in the Philippines?

If not, which foreign internet tool reseller sold you the Sunflag screwdrivers?


Earlier this year, I purchased the complete set of "888" series cross recess and a "215" series, #3 cross recess screwdriver from an Australian internet, woodworking hand tools reseller.


Dave

I found one store with a few pieces of old stock Sunflag screwdrivers. I wanted the Sunflag JIS (+) 1 & 2 but were not available anymore. Do you happen to know if the Jap made Rubicon screwdrivers are JIS?

The (+) Sunflag on the pic is #4.

 

[The Muffin Man]

　Couple more sets sounds good with me, too.

I can't recommend it as I've never used it, but I've read favourable reviews on Vessel's new Impacta screwdriver. They basically merged the bulky impact driver to a conventional screwdriver body:

Striking it with a hammer will yield a 12* twist for loosening. They only have two sizes of +2 and one +3. However, it's new on the market so they may add smaller sizes to the line.

More pics here.

I really like the design of the Impacta series, it looks much easier to handle then those conventional cumbersome impact screwdrivers . How much does the Impacta screwdrivers cost? The only place that I can buy Vessel's products from is jvdproducts.com, and that place doesn't carry the Impacta.

 

[jk47]

Superautobacs,

Do you know if Amazon Japan sells to U.S. and Canadian customers?

I am curious because they sell various hand tools from KTC, Anex, and Vessel.


Thanks,

Dave

Japanese online retailer Rakuten will ship to North America. Google search, and go to their English site. Shipping can get kind of steep with heavier items.

Rakuten is similar to amazon with multiple vendors listed for the same item, so you can shop for the best price. Once in a while certain vendors will have a sale price considerably less than the others.

 

[dede2897234]

Japanese online retailer Rakuten will ship to North America. Google search, and go to their English site. Shipping can get kind of steep with heavier items.

Rakuten is similar to amazon with multiple vendors listed for the same item, so you can shop for the best price. Once in a while certain vendors will have a sale price considerably less than the others.

jk47,

Have you used Rakuten in the past to purchase Japanese hand tools?

If so, did you have a positive shopping experience?

How long did it take for the product(s) to arrive from Japan?


Thanks,

Dave

 

[Monte]

@superautobacs:
The Klik-Clamp should be from germany: source

Unfortunately i couldn´t find any info on the size of the Triangle version but the height of the Hifive version (31.6mm) is not too bad if you look for example @ the Ko-ken 3776 with a height of 34.3mm.

yeah slightly too expensive the wille`s ....maybe i should wait for some cheaper Kabo´s

@dede:
sorry i only know the store Chreese posted. Or japanese stores... click , click, click , click

In germany only these drivers a readily available

In the US you could try to get Anex screwdrivers through this company.

@sharkin:
ok 5 bucks and made in Sheffield is a pretty good deal !

@JayL:
nice tools !!!
Bellota owns several plants around the globe so maybe they still make them themselve
http://www.bellota.com/index_emp.jsp

@bcjames:
the stahlwille hose clamp is a good start !!

How much does the Impacta screwdrivers cost?

900 yen for the #2 size

 

[dede2897234]

I found one store with a few pieces of old stock Sunflag screwdrivers. I wanted the Sunflag JIS (+) 1 & 2 but were not available anymore. Do you happen to know if the Jap made Rubicon screwdrivers are JIS?

The (+) Sunflag on the pic is #4.

JayL,


If you would like to review the specifications of the Sunflag model "888" blade-thru, cross recess JIS screwdrivers look here:

http://www.sunflag.co.jp/products/product.php?gr1=1&gr2=1&img=666&title=%83n%83C%83\%83t%83g%83h%83%89%83C%83o%81[.

To purchase the Sunflag model "888" screwdrivers, please use "The Wood Works" in Sydney, Australia:

http://www.thewoodworks.com.au/shop/category/598-hand-tools-screwdrivers-engineers.

You can contact Mike Jefferys at "The Wood Works" to check Sunflag product availability here: [email protected].

You can read the Sunflag screwdriver purchase experience of "ricleh" and myself with "The Wood Works" here:

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=54792&highlight=premium+Japanese+screwdrivers.

I do not know if Rubicon cross recess screwdrivers meet JIS standards. From my internet research, I could not find Rubicon's corporate website. I did find the below interesting links about the company and a blog about the Rubicon 107 screwdriver:

http://www.hirakata-tobu.jp/blog/58.html

http://blogs.yahoo.co.jp/taruzann/9712146.html


Dave

 

[Monte]

Since there is somewhat a interest in japanese tools i wonder if someone has a wishlist of tools he/she wants to buy or would like to have or tools which are interesting ?


My wish list of japanese tools...:

Vessel no. 72 rubber/plastic hammer:

Vessel chisel driver

Vessel Megadora

Engineer PZ-58 screw pliers

Eight keys

Keiba "gun metal" pliers

Tsubosan Bright-900 files

Mitoloy stubby hex wrenches

This miniature caliper from Shinwa is pretty cool

Lobster/Lobtex mini adjustable:

Victor combination pliers. The white /blue handles just look cool. Plus i don´t have any stainless steel pliers yet...

Arm Sangyo drill

Kuken sander

Kosoku 100mm angle grinder

Fujiya handle for jig saw blades

1 of these from KTC for the collection

Shinano SI-1490 impact wrench

Shinano SI-2202 disc sander (or the Blue-Point model would be ok too)

These from KTC look cool

and a "lightool" wrench from Asahi

+ 100´s of tools from Nepros, the long IPS pliers, Asahi Revowave wrench, a screwdriver from every company and and and...

 

[impulse922]

My wish list of japanese tools...:


Lobster/Lobtex mini adjustable:

where is a good place to buy?

is it shorter than a 4" crescent?

 

[MogeraCND]

>Dave
i'm sorry to say that Amazon Japan does not ship tools outside japan.
Shipping Restrictions: in English
http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=hp_rel_topic?ie=UTF8&nodeId=1039608
About shipping merchandise out side japan: Original Japanese
http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=hp_lnav_dyn?ie=UTF8&nodeId=200472920
About shipping merchandise out side japan: Translated by Dr.Google
http://translate.google.co.jp/trans...av_dyn?ie=UTF8&nodeId=200472920&prev=_t&twu=1

For <a href="http://shopping.yahoo.co.jp/">Yahoo!ショッピング/Yahoo Shopping Japan</a> and <a href="http://auctions.yahoo.co.jp/">Yahoo!オークション/Yahoo Auction Japan</a> almost all of shops/sellers will not ship/deliver outside japan.
For these reasons, i use <a href="http://www.rakuten.co.jp/">Rakuten</a>...

For the <a href="http://www.rakuten.co.jp/">楽天/Rakuten</a>, i purchased over 5 thousand dollars(canadian) in tools and non-tool items, i never had a problem with rakuten and its sellers/stores. The only problems i had were CBSA(Canada Border Services Agency)... Yellow tapes(searched) and Import taxes... but no Seizure Receipt yet... so i'm very happy raketen user.
The delivery/shipment takes about 6 to 10 business days in vancouver. i think its way faster for the US residents...
My advice, ask individual sellers/stores if they deliver to your location (well, their english isnt the best... kinda like me... but you'll understand what they mean). For the US residents, you have option for EMS, DHL, UPS, and FedEx. you'll find tons of japanese tools(and questionable materials) you want to buy.

My apology for interrupting...

 

[epiphany]

Bought a barely used (in fact stated as new) Gedore D19 TMU-2 set. But only the ratchet, nuts 15mm , 19mm and the short extension were used. Don't know why i didn't buy the 90 Years set, price would be the same. Damn eBay disease. Tend to buy tools of older generations.


But i love it, didn't know that the foam is steel :O Impressive!

@Monte: Did Padre answer?

 

[jk47]

jk47,

Have you used Rakuten in the past to purchase Japanese hand tools?

If so, did you have a positive shopping experience?

How long did it take for the product(s) to arrive from Japan?


Thanks,

Dave

Sorry, I haven't used Rakuten before, but they are considered a reputable service in Japan.

 

[superautobacs]

Superautobacs,

Have you read any positive reviews regarding the Anex 3960 series ("screw-breaker") screwdrivers?

If yes, can you please post the link(s) here?


Thanks,

Dave

Some more pics:

I've searched around for about 15mins, but I haven't been able to find any reviews on the multitude of online sellers.

There's also another company called Tokoma that also produces screwdrivers with the same purpose. They call it the "Aerobics-2", and I've read very favourable reviews from a site that I've shopped from in the past: i'TOOLS -- another seller on Rakuten

Tokoma also has a newer "Gigafit" series that also performs a similar function. Here's a link to a blog that shows the Gigafit. Near the bottom of the page, there's also a picture of Vessel's Megadora next to a Tokoma and Wera screwdrivers. Here's the link: http://blogs.yahoo.co.jp/wakaguricom/folder/126921.html?m=lc&p=2

They utilize a "ball-joint system", where there's a single ball in the handle that's supposed to transmit the shock more directly to the end of the tip, and at the same time decreasing the opposing force upon impact
.

Monte and Superautobacs,

Do you know of any reputable online (does not have to be U.S. based) or local tool resellers that stock Anex screwdrivers?


Thanks,

Dave

Lee Valley carries a very small number of items from Anex. For example: Wood handle screwdrivers

I really like the design of the Impacta series, it looks much easier to handle then those conventional cumbersome impact screwdrivers . How much does the Impacta screwdrivers cost? The only place that I can buy Vessel's products from is jvdproducts.com, and that place doesn't carry the Impacta.

Sorry, can't help you much here other than say, contacting them to see if they can order them in for you? How about RJR Cool Tools?

Lee Valley carry a few items from both Vessel and Anex, so you may try contacting them as well.

 

[bcjames]

Epiphany, thats a really nice set!

My spanners arrived today Still no camera so please excuse the iphone photos.

They even sent me a mug!

My spanner racks arrived from Snap On, annoyingly my garage is about 10 miles from their UK place, but they still insist on posting things to me. Im off to the garage this evening to sort out my toolbox with the new things Socket set should arrive tomorrow too!

 

[Hazet]

Epiphany, thats a really nice set!

My spanners arrived today Still no camera so please excuse the iphone photos.

Very nice. Some of my favorite wrenches. Well done.

 

[dede2897234]

>Dave
i'm sorry to say that Amazon Japan does not ship tools outside japan.
Shipping Restrictions: in English
http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=hp_rel_topic?ie=UTF8&nodeId=1039608
About shipping merchandise out side japan: Original Japanese
http://www.amazon.co.jp/gp/help/customer/display.html/ref=hp_lnav_dyn?ie=UTF8&nodeId=200472920
About shipping merchandise out side japan: Translated by Dr.Google
http://translate.google.co.jp/trans...av_dyn?ie=UTF8&nodeId=200472920&prev=_t&twu=1

For <a href="http://shopping.yahoo.co.jp/">Yahoo!ショッピング/Yahoo Shopping Japan</a> and <a href="http://auctions.yahoo.co.jp/">Yahoo!オークション/Yahoo Auction Japan</a> almost all of shops/sellers will not ship/deliver outside japan.
For these reasons, i use <a href="http://www.rakuten.co.jp/">Rakuten</a>...

For the <a href="http://www.rakuten.co.jp/">楽天/Rakuten</a>, i purchased over 5 thousand dollars(canadian) in tools and non-tool items, i never had a problem with rakuten and its sellers/stores. The only problems i had were CBSA(Canada Border Services Agency)... Yellow tapes(searched) and Import taxes... but no Seizure Receipt yet... so i'm very happy raketen user.
The delivery/shipment takes about 6 to 10 business days in vancouver. i think its way faster for the US residents...
My advice, ask individual sellers/stores if they deliver to your location (well, their english isnt the best... kinda like me... but you'll understand what they mean). For the US residents, you have option for EMS, DHL, UPS, and FedEx. you'll find tons of japanese tools(and questionable materials) you want to buy.

My apology for interrupting...

MogeraCND,

Were your past purchases only from Rakuten stores that display the logo "We Welcome Foreign Buyers" under the store's name?

Your above thread posting was very informative and much appreciated.


Thanks,

Dave