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Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« on: December 27, 2009, 01:56:17 am »
This is a tool that seems ever-popular, and for good reason IMO.

It took me ages to get one, and then in a short space of time I got 2 as part of trades with other forum members here. I didn't realise until the second one arrived though, that there were two different versions, namely the Stainless Steel that crops up most often, and a Chrome Vanadium version, which I've hardly ever seen reference to.

Neither of these tools see much use since I got hold of an Atwood about a year ago, although I'm putting together a Pocket Organiser for my work bag at the moment, and I think one of these is going in there, as it's a shame to keep them in a drawer.

These pics aren't the best as I can't do much with lighting at the moment, but hopefully you can see the different finishes:






So, let's spread a little love for the "poor man's Atwood" :D

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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #1 on: December 27, 2009, 02:19:28 am »
Where did you get it? :think:
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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #2 on: December 27, 2009, 02:31:12 am »
From John / GG/ UnSub. It was a surprise in a trade we did a while back.

Cool isn't it?

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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #3 on: December 27, 2009, 02:31:38 am »
Never knew that. If I had a choice I'd take CrV over 420 anytime but this is the first time I've ever seen it.

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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #4 on: December 27, 2009, 02:35:43 am »
Weight is virtually identical:

Stainles: 49.6g
CrV: 48.9g

... so too small to notice.

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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #5 on: December 27, 2009, 02:44:16 am »
I google-fu'ed the name,,,,,,no joy :(
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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #6 on: December 27, 2009, 02:47:26 am »
See? It's like it don't exist - but you have the photo evidence above  :ahhh

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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #7 on: December 27, 2009, 02:55:33 am »
See? It's like it don't exist - but you have the photo evidence above  :ahhh

It's like the Da Vinci Code!  But with Multitools!! ::)
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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #8 on: December 27, 2009, 03:27:32 am »
http://www.leevalley.com/wood/page.aspx?c=2&p=61101&cat=1,43456

Free shipping in the US till Jan 3rd.

I'm getting one with help from a member here - been after one for ages too :D
I think they're a brilliant idea!

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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #9 on: December 27, 2009, 04:24:31 am »
I just ran to check my Pocket Wrench (bought from Lee Valley) and it's stainless steel as well.  :-\
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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #10 on: December 27, 2009, 04:34:09 am »
Lord knows where the other one can be found - that's the only supplier I've tracked down so far.

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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #11 on: December 27, 2009, 12:32:52 pm »
I'm looking to buy one for a long time now,and I sent email to Lee Valley;
They are willing to sent one to Serbia,but the postage is about $40-for a thing that costs $ 10.95 that's too much

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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #12 on: December 27, 2009, 12:34:06 pm »
I'm looking to buy one for a long time now,and I sent email to Lee Valley;
They are willing to sent one to Serbia,but the postage is about $40-for a thing that costs $ 10.95 that's too much
That's sadly what stops most of us :-\
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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #13 on: December 27, 2009, 05:18:18 pm »
I had one but traded it away after getting an Atwood.  Nice tools, but never got used since the Atwood arrived.
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Re: Latshaw Pocket Wrench II
« Reply #14 on: December 27, 2009, 05:19:23 pm »
I had one but traded it away after getting an Atwood.  Nice tools, but never got used since the Atwood arrived.

Indeed - it was me you traded it to :tu: That be it, in the pics.

 

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