Post by: JAfromMn on August 28, 2012, 05:55:59 AM
It can hold a screwdriver bit, a Drill bit and Sockets that's Multi :MTO:
I use my mini ratchet in my EDC on and sometimes off work because of how handy I think it is.
I have carried a Chapman mini ratchet http://www.chapmanmfg.com/AboutChapmanTools.html (http://www.chapmanmfg.com/AboutChapmanTools.html) for about a year it has done a lot of work and done it well
It's saved me countless trips to my tool box to get a real screwdriver. I can carry 5 or ten bit in my pocket with my ratchet/extender and that covers my needs with out weighing me down,
I'm wondering what Mini ratchets you all have used and how there working for you.
I don't think I would replace mine. I would like to know about other tool's that are like it out there.
Now let's have some ratchet chatter mines got 20 teeth it talks a lot lol
Post by: Sparky415 on August 28, 2012, 08:27:56 AM
I can't praise it enough, It's lovely smooth to use and really well made :tu:
(http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n184/sparky_415/ratchet.jpg)
http://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-12-piece-confined-space-ratchet-driver-and-bit-set-prod783834/ (http://www.axminster.co.uk/axminster-12-piece-confined-space-ratchet-driver-and-bit-set-prod783834/)
Post by: Zed on August 28, 2012, 08:31:24 AM
Post by: MultiMat on August 28, 2012, 10:05:53 AM
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/Spirit/S6302621.jpg)
(http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll287/multimat426/Spirit/S6302620.jpg)
The Victorinox ratchet + extension is a classy set 8)
Post by: AimlessWanderer on August 28, 2012, 02:02:22 PM
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on August 28, 2012, 02:41:18 PM
Def
Post by: JAfromMn on August 28, 2012, 04:39:18 PM
Mine just get's thrown in my pocket like this. Kinda a mess of kit (http://i1211.photobucket.com/albums/cc421/JAfromMn/IMG-20120828-02134.jpg)
Post by: enki_ck on August 28, 2012, 07:19:14 PM
This is my favourite combo at the moment. CM-13 and MTO bit kit with modified adapter to fit the Leatherman bit driver.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Mics/P8280061.jpg)(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Mics/P8280063.jpg)(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Mics/P8280070.jpg)(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Mics/P8280071.jpg)
While not exactly a ratchet, I like this one too.
(http://i1255.photobucket.com/albums/hh627/enki_ck/Mics/P8280074.jpg)
Post by: El Rago on August 28, 2012, 07:23:02 PM
(http://i45.tinypic.com/4sgm74.jpg)
very nice, compact package. I did get a good bit kit and I vary the load out accordingly. Maybe I should get one of those Mutitool.org thingies...
Post by: enki_ck on August 28, 2012, 07:50:57 PM
I have meself this one:I like the whole Rocket Ratchet line :tu: That one and the Topeak Ratchet Rocket RX Bicycle Tool Set are on my extended wish list (It's turning into a wish book exponential to the time spent on MTO :ahhh )
Maybe I should get one of those Mutitool.org thingies...
You should :pok: Available here (http://www.edcsource.com/auction_details.php?auction_search=1&auction_id=113197&option=basic_search&src_auction_id=&keywords_search=&buyout_price=&reserve_price=&quantity=&enable_swap=&list_in=&results_view=&country=&zip_code=&username=&basic_search=charter) (you also get a hat pin and access to the secret subforum, and there are some other benefits too ;) )
It even has a pocketclip. I have a similar one for about 10 years now and love it
(http://i493.photobucket.com/albums/rr294/nickpong/P2040006.jpg)
Post by: JAfromMn on August 29, 2012, 01:06:30 AM
Keep it up :tu:
Post by: JNieporte on August 29, 2012, 08:25:13 AM
Post by: JAfromMn on August 29, 2012, 07:43:27 PM
The Older the Odder the better.
Post by: JNieporte on August 29, 2012, 09:28:34 PM
I'm looking forward to seeing what you did up JNnieporty
The Older the Odder the better.
I found some good ones. A titanium-cobalt set from military EOD duties (fixing the robots), a very expensive set of slugging wrenches (which are actually ratchets), and a full set (minus one piece) that I used to repair Abrams tanks. And yes, they're all mini ratchets, made for use in confined spaces. Sadly, Photobucket is giving me a hard time. I'm attempting to load them via ImageShack.
Post by: JAfromMn on August 30, 2012, 01:11:40 AM
I'm looking forward to seeing what you did up JNnieporty
The Older the Odder the better.
I found some good ones. A titanium-cobalt set from military EOD duties (fixing the robots), a very expensive set of slugging wrenches (which are actually ratchets), and a full set (minus one piece) that I used to repair Abrams tanks. And yes, they're all mini ratchets, made for use in confined spaces. Sadly, Photobucket is giving me a hard time. I'm attempting to load them via ImageShack.
I hopoe imageshack workd for you. Sounds like you got some cool ratchets to show.
Post by: lowindo on September 04, 2012, 04:52:12 PM
Mine is reversible. 60 Chompers!
I love this thing.
(http://s778.photobucket.com/albums/yy64/lowindo/20120904_091939.jpg)
(http://s778.photobucket.com/albums/yy64/lowindo/20120904_092153.jpg)
Wera 9001 ratchet
I have a idea for my keychain but I haven't put it together yet. Since I have the 1/4" socket drive I plan on carrying a busted 3/8" swivel on my keys with a 1/4" female 3/8" male socket adapter installed.
Post by: JAfromMn on September 04, 2012, 07:44:07 PM
60 tooth :gimme:
Post by: lowindo on September 04, 2012, 08:33:38 PM
Post by: JNieporte on September 18, 2012, 04:04:29 PM
In the case. AA battery for size comparison...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0001-6.jpg)
The back has a Velcro attachment, and will fit a belt up to 1-1/2" wide...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0002-6.jpg)
What you get...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0003-6.jpg)
Size...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0004-7.jpg)
The strong magnet in the butt is held in with a brass collar...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0005-5.jpg)
The finger wheel and reversing lever. The bits can't fall through the back...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0006-5.jpg)
Using the finger wheel...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0007-5.jpg)
2-1/2" hex bit extension and 2" square socket adapter. These aren't absolutely necessary, but are a welcome addition...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0008-2.jpg)
Now I can use 1/4" sockets...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0009-1.jpg)
My set-up. There's a bobby pin clipped to the yellow fabric; it acts as a small clamp to remove any stubborn bits. There's a tiny bit of clanking with the extension and adapter, but it's negligible. A Torx T-8 bit is already in the butt of the ratchet...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0010-2.jpg)
Post by: JNieporte on September 19, 2012, 05:11:21 AM
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/008_zps7a634efc.jpg)
A switch rocks back-and-forth to change directions...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/010_zpsf6336d78.jpg)
This is a Great Neck tool that I got from that Amazonian place for $10, including nine bits and a bit holder...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/001_zps0800f35b.jpg)
It's actually a really nice kit for the money, and gives the Topeak Ratchet Rocket some competition. They're the same length...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/003_zps41f6f48c.jpg)
The finger wheel is identical in size, shape, material, and markings as the Topeak...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/002_zps69fc5a2f.jpg)
However, the wheel is mounted flush with the head of the ratchet, making turning it a bit bothersome...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/005_zps1cf4630b.jpg)
The hard rubber sleeve actually pulls off if you use enough force, making the tool even more compact. It goes back on as well...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/006_zps72164bde.jpg)
Post by: JNieporte on September 19, 2012, 07:16:02 AM
Dollar store camera case...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/001_zps075662a0.jpg)
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/002_zpscc33b80f.jpg)
The contents...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/009_zpsa6e6f22d.jpg)
Laid out. Nine 1/4" square drive sockets, a bit set that I chose plus a 1/4"-hex-to-1/4"-square adapter, the ratchet itself, and a 2-1/2" hex extension...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/003_zps58540def.jpg)
Standard 1/4" hex bit...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/004_zps3d6e0e5c.jpg)
Hex bit plus extension...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/008_zps8a6dbed1.jpg)
With the adapter, I can use 1/4" square bits, including sockets...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/005_zps39fcb653.jpg)
It's my own pocket-sized socket set...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/006_zpsf1dddfcf.jpg)
Ready to have your mind blown? The extension, plus the adapter, plus a socket!
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/007_zpse7963049.jpg)
Post by: Sparky415 on September 19, 2012, 08:49:39 AM
There's some very nice looking sets of tools in here :tu:
Post by: JAfromMn on September 19, 2012, 07:29:19 PM
Nice tool's everyone. :tu:
Post by: nuphoria on September 19, 2012, 07:37:30 PM
They are both really useful little tools though, and I keep one in the basic kit. Usually something along these lines:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7158/6790575277_1d48b58267_z.jpg)
Post by: Nikos on September 19, 2012, 08:01:54 PM
Post by: JAfromMn on September 20, 2012, 04:55:08 AM
I carry just about the same tool's every day. :tu:
If you use the chapman and the pocketwrench 2 on the extender you can make a t handel that work's great
I looked for a good pocket ratchet a few years ago, and eventually picked up the Chapman one which I think is great. By freak chance I ended up with a Victorinox one shortly after which for me has the edge ergonomically.
They are both really useful little tools though, and I keep one in the basic kit. Usually something along these lines:
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7158/6790575277_1d48b58267_z.jpg)
Post by: nuphoria on September 20, 2012, 05:39:46 AM
Post by: JAfromMn on February 01, 2013, 10:59:22 PM
anything new in the mini ratchet world
Post by: stealth007s on February 03, 2013, 05:53:25 AM
Post by: henryhcyap on February 03, 2013, 06:42:31 AM
Post by: JAfromMn on February 03, 2013, 06:46:51 AM
Now I know what to search for on eBay, looking for one also. :tu: :salute:
I got mine from chapmans site.
Post by: henryhcyap on February 03, 2013, 09:26:15 AM
Now I know what to search for on eBay, looking for one also. :tu: :salute:
I got mine from chapmans site.
Thanks, will check them out. :salute:
Post by: enki_ck on February 03, 2013, 01:53:41 PM
Post by: J-sews on February 03, 2013, 03:04:10 PM
Topeak Ratchet Rocket Lite.
My set-up. There's a bobby pin clipped to the yellow fabric; it acts as a small clamp to remove any stubborn bits. There's a tiny bit of clanking with the extension and adapter, but it's negligible. A Torx T-8 bit is already in the butt of the ratchet...
(http://i799.photobucket.com/albums/yy277/JNieporteBF/DSCF0010-2.jpg)
I've got a Ratchet Rocket and feel it is extremely well made. But I got it a few years ago, before the "Lite" kit came out. That set up looks pretty handy, I may just have to do an upgrade. :)
Post by: henryhcyap on February 03, 2013, 03:12:55 PM
Make sure you get the bits too. ;)
Yes, I see their bits have got the ball bearings and stops for snug fit, different from the regular bits I have . Thanks. :salute:
Post by: stealth007s on February 03, 2013, 10:04:55 PM
Post by: Cupboard on February 09, 2013, 07:51:31 PM
Post by: JAfromMn on October 06, 2013, 07:00:01 AM
Anything New in the mini ratchet world.
I got my kit about as compact as it can get but its lacking nut drivers
Post by: nuphoria on October 06, 2013, 11:13:12 AM
Post by: JAfromMn on October 06, 2013, 11:40:50 PM
That looks great - is it just a band of some kind of something more form fitting?
its the same plastic bit holder I've always used.
if you cut into the spacer between two bit slots and make into one the Chapman slides in like it was made for it.
Post by: Cupboard on October 07, 2013, 12:01:15 AM
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 20, 2018, 11:44:09 AM
Trying to decide between Chapman / Topeak / Victorinox ratchet, I was wondering if someone could be kind enough to count how many teeth have the last two (I already read that the Chapman has 20).
Thanks for your help ! :) (I guess it would also benefit anybody looking for this answering too!)
Post by: Mechanickal on November 20, 2018, 12:35:23 PM
Post by: pfrsantos on November 20, 2018, 12:59:26 PM
The thing that made me choose the Topeak was that it's got a reversing lever, where the Vic ratchet has to be turned around...
Doesn't that make it less "strong" than the Victorinox? The lever might break/jam/stuck. With Victorinox, the "mechanism" would be sturdier, right?
:think: :think:
Post by: Mechanickal on November 20, 2018, 01:01:44 PM
I also think the lever doesn't take stress. The gears do...
Post by: smiller43147 on November 20, 2018, 06:17:44 PM
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 20, 2018, 07:11:36 PM
Now the Topeak and it will be perfect :-)
Post by: cody6268 on November 21, 2018, 01:53:48 AM
https://chapmanmfg.com/collections/which-set-is-for-me/products/1316-all-purpose-set
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 21, 2018, 02:34:00 AM
You know, in case anyone is interested in that sort of thing....
Def
Post by: gerleatherberman on November 21, 2018, 06:05:17 AM
Extra interesting that this thread came up the same week I found this in a Rubbermaid container under my bed. I don't remember where it came from. :ahhh
Reversible as well with a 1/4" socket adapter. Socket adapter is covered with a finger wheel when using the hex bit holder. Ball detent bit holder is a good feature as well, as I dislike magnetic bit holders(I use a lot of fine steel at work and the wool dust will find any magnets within a few feet). :ahhh
20 teeth chatter. :)
Post by: papadan on November 21, 2018, 06:59:47 AM
Post by: magentus on November 21, 2018, 03:18:14 PM
Nice ! Thanks !I've counted 52 on the Topeak :tu:
Now the Topeak and it will be perfect :-)
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 21, 2018, 03:27:05 PM
Grant, I'll hold off ordering right now. Maybe you can get a deal with the MTO logo on the boxes. Then I'll place my order here. :cheers: :hatsoff: :gimme:
That was an option last month, but unfortunately we weren't able to take advantage of it. Perhaps we will have another option in the future.
For now, if anyone is interested in placing an order for one, please feel free to send me a PM and I can add it to my initial order.... although with the Canada Post strike on now and the hold up on the hats, I am not sure when that will be. And, I am not going to take any money from anyone until I do, but it would be good to know who is interested. :D
Def
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 21, 2018, 03:55:06 PM
Chapman - 20 teeth (18° arc) - 22.6 Nm
Victorinox - 36 teeth (10° arc) - 30 Nm
Topeak - 52 teeth (7° arc) - 30Nm
Seen like that, it's hard to hesitate (and here, the Topeak is also the cheapest ! 26 EUR shipped).
Topeak should work just fine in very tight places ! But wouldn't the teeth be tiny/fragile compared to Vic' or Chapman ?...
Post by: magentus on November 21, 2018, 04:11:54 PM
Ahhh thank you Magentus!I've had mine for a couple of years and used it a lot. You can apply a lot of pressure to it - not broken yet!
Chapman - 20 teeth (18° arc) - 22.6 Nm
Victorinox - 36 teeth (10° arc) - 30 Nm
Topeak - 52 teeth (7° arc) - 30Nm
Seen like that, it's hard to hesitate (and here, the Topeak is also the cheapest ! 26 EUR shipped).
Topeak should work just fine in very tight places ! But wouldn't the teeth be tiny/fragile compared to Vic' or Chapman ?...
Post by: Smashie on November 21, 2018, 04:50:40 PM
60 teeth - 65Nm
(https://image.ibb.co/efTU4q/20181121-154412431-i-OS.jpg)
Post by: Kev D on November 21, 2018, 06:15:24 PM
It's funny that this thread should come up right now- we may or may not be working with Chapman to distribute ratchets through The Multitool.org Store (https://store.multitool.org/). :D
You know, in case anyone is interested in that sort of thing....
Def
Where? I don't see them on there
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 21, 2018, 06:41:34 PM
It's funny that this thread should come up right now- we may or may not be working with Chapman to distribute ratchets through The Multitool.org Store (https://store.multitool.org/). :D
You know, in case anyone is interested in that sort of thing....
Def
Where? I don't see them on there
i have yet to place an initial order with them, so I don't have any listed.
Def
Post by: AlephZero on November 21, 2018, 08:50:04 PM
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4302/35474257874_a8ae2e4f39_c.jpg)
Post by: AlephZero on November 21, 2018, 08:51:05 PM
:D
Post by: ezdog on November 22, 2018, 01:37:17 AM
This one is obviously really tiny but solid at the same time.
The 1/4" socket holder part slides through to the other side to switch direction and they come in a set with one like this and one with a socket for 1/4" bits.
I just got a flyer from Northern Tool here and the set will be on sale for $10 this Weekend,I highly recommend them for the price.
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181122/d0db5aa5423aa5a6c388c906f52b66db.jpg)
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Post by: Kev D on November 22, 2018, 09:00:49 AM
It's funny that this thread should come up right now- we may or may not be working with Chapman to distribute ratchets through The Multitool.org Store (https://store.multitool.org/). :D
You know, in case anyone is interested in that sort of thing....
Def
Where? I don't see them on there
i have yet to place an initial order with them, so I don't have any listed.
Def
Ah ok. They are bloody expensive on amazon over here, double the price of a Topeak at the mo :o
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 12:19:34 PM
You’ve made me order a topeak!
I’m trying to be frugal here. ::)
Post by: magentus on November 22, 2018, 12:22:18 PM
:poh:Consider it an investment Pabs! You won't regret it. :tu:
You’ve made me order a topeak!
I’m trying to be frugal here. ::)
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on November 22, 2018, 12:36:00 PM
It's funny that this thread should come up right now- we may or may not be working with Chapman to distribute ratchets through The Multitool.org Store (https://store.multitool.org/). :D
You know, in case anyone is interested in that sort of thing....
Def
Where? I don't see them on there
i have yet to place an initial order with them, so I don't have any listed.
Def
Ah ok. They are bloody expensive on amazon over here, double the price of a Topeak at the mo :o
That is exactly why they were looking for an international distributor. We should be able to bring the pricing and shipping etc more into a reasonable level. :D
Def
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 12:48:43 PM
Hmm, yeah, an investment. :think::poh:Consider it an investment Pabs! You won't regret it. :tu:
You’ve made me order a topeak!
I’m trying to be frugal here. ::)
I mean, it’s not like I’m going to regret having it, right? :tu:
Post by: Kev D on November 22, 2018, 12:50:18 PM
Hmm, yeah, an investment. :think::poh:Consider it an investment Pabs! You won't regret it. :tu:
You’ve made me order a topeak!
I’m trying to be frugal here. ::)
I mean, it’s not like I’m going to regret having it, right? :tu:
Nope you won't regret it. I also bought a 2nd one after finding that deal I posted in the deals and auctions sub forum. Can't hurt to have a spare.
Post by: magentus on November 22, 2018, 12:58:07 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 01:23:53 PM
Ahhh thank you Magentus!Where do these numbers come from? I’m interested to know.
Chapman - 20 teeth (18° arc) - 22.6 Nm
Victorinox - 36 teeth (10° arc) - 30 Nm
Topeak - 52 teeth (7° arc) - 30Nm
Seen like that, it's hard to hesitate (and here, the Topeak is also the cheapest ! 26 EUR shipped).
Topeak should work just fine in very tight places ! But wouldn't the teeth be tiny/fragile compared to Vic' or Chapman ?...
They seem to say that a Topeak is stronger than a SAK bottle opener.
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 22, 2018, 01:46:51 PM
Chapman: official for teeth/torque
Victorinox: smiller43147 for the teeth, Amazon (and others) for the torque
Topeak: Magentus for the teeth, official PDF for the torque
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 02:09:17 PM
Post by: Kev D on November 22, 2018, 02:52:36 PM
But Kev, you don't neeeed a spare unless you lose it. :D
What! :o comments like that earn a time out on the naughty step around these parts
That's like saying I don't need more than one Surge or something :D
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 03:13:42 PM
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 03:16:31 PM
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I don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Post by: magentus on November 22, 2018, 03:18:56 PM
Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.Well Topeak Ratchets don't care much for YOU! stomps offShow contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 03:34:16 PM
Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.In the interest of fairness.... why, Fuzzy?Show contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 03:35:05 PM
Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.Well Topeak Ratchets don't care much for YOU! stomps offShow contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Talking of Topeak ratchets
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letting you down when you most need them
, I saw the shaft of a 1/2" socket bit twist at least 720 degrees before shearing off - it was quite impressive... if you like that sort of thing.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 03:37:40 PM
Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.In the interest of fairness.... why, Fuzzy?Show contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
No Pabs, I don't want to be a pooper and spoil things for everyone... I've sown the seeds of doubt, that's enough for me...
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 03:44:38 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 03:44:43 PM
Trying to parse... is it the square bit with the ball bearing that twisted and broke?Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.Well Topeak Ratchets don't care much for YOU! stomps offShow contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Talking of Topeak ratchetsShow contentletting you down when you most need them, I saw the shaft of a 1/2" socket bit twist at least 720 degrees before shearing off - it was quite impressive... if you like that sort of thing.
Post by: magentus on November 22, 2018, 03:49:43 PM
Is it just me or has it got cold in here?Yes. Thanks to you my Topeak shares have plummeted. I am now technically homeless. Thanks a bunch you doofus.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 03:52:52 PM
Trying to parse... is it the square bit with the ball bearing that twisted and broke?Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.Well Topeak Ratchets don't care much for YOU! stomps offShow contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Talking of Topeak ratchetsShow contentletting you down when you most need them, I saw the shaft of a 1/2" socket bit twist at least 720 degrees before shearing off - it was quite impressive... if you like that sort of thing.
This wasn't a Topeak one - it was someone trying to change a tyre. It was a 1/2" shafted socket bit, the shaft turned independently of the socket head. The ratchet was fine... the driver wasn't he was totally smurfed... How we laughed as we left him...
Edit: I drew a picture for you Pabs... I also got confused and spelt Pabs with an upside down reversed b for some reason... sorry...
(http://u.cubeupload.com/Fuzzbucket/BE0EFAF5580F4E68B0FF.jpeg)
Post by: pfrsantos on November 22, 2018, 04:58:20 PM
Trying to parse... is it the square bit with the ball bearing that twisted and broke?Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.Well Topeak Ratchets don't care much for YOU! stomps offShow contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Talking of Topeak ratchetsShow contentletting you down when you most need them, I saw the shaft of a 1/2" socket bit twist at least 720 degrees before shearing off - it was quite impressive... if you like that sort of thing.
This wasn't a Topeak one - it was someone trying to change a tyre. It was a 1/2" shafted socket bit, the shaft turned independently of the socket head. The ratchet was fine... the driver wasn't he was totally smurfed... How we laughed as we left him...
Edit: I drew a picture for you Pabs... I also got confused and spelt Pabs with an upside down reversed b for some reason... sorry...
(http://u.cubeupload.com/Fuzzbucket/BE0EFAF5580F4E68B0FF.jpeg)
How can I say this without making you feeel silly...
:think: :think:
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Dude, that was no ratchet!
:pok: :pok:
:pok: :pok:
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It was a WWII german hand grenade!
:facepalm:
:facepalm:
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 05:07:41 PM
So it was an extender thingy that fitted into the ratchet?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 05:10:28 PM
Trying to parse... is it the square bit with the ball bearing that twisted and broke?Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.Well Topeak Ratchets don't care much for YOU! stomps offShow contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Talking of Topeak ratchetsShow contentletting you down when you most need them, I saw the shaft of a 1/2" socket bit twist at least 720 degrees before shearing off - it was quite impressive... if you like that sort of thing.
This wasn't a Topeak one - it was someone trying to change a tyre. It was a 1/2" shafted socket bit, the shaft turned independently of the socket head. The ratchet was fine... the driver wasn't he was totally smurfed... How we laughed as we left him...
Edit: I drew a picture for you Pabs... I also got confused and spelt Pabs with an upside down reversed b for some reason... sorry...
(http://u.cubeupload.com/Fuzzbucket/BE0EFAF5580F4E68B0FF.jpeg)
How can I say this without making you feeel silly...
:think: :think:Show contentDude, that was no ratchet!
:pok: :pok:Show contentIt was a WWII german hand grenade!
:facepalm:
Ahhhh.......... now it all makes sense. That's why his van blew up... I thought it was a bit of an extreme reaction to just breaking a socket.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 05:11:59 PM
Thanks, Fuzzy. :tu:
So it was an extender thingy that fitted into the ratchet?
Well, sort of... it was a shafted socket, as in the shaft is welded to the socket.
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 05:13:51 PM
Ok.Thanks, Fuzzy. :tu:
So it was an extender thingy that fitted into the ratchet?
Well, sort of... it was a shafted socket, as in the shaft is welded to the socket.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 05:28:44 PM
Ok.Thanks, Fuzzy. :tu:
So it was an extender thingy that fitted into the ratchet?
Well, sort of... it was a shafted socket, as in the shaft is welded to the socket.
Well... it was funny at the time...
Post by: Mechanickal on November 22, 2018, 05:42:06 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 05:46:25 PM
:wait:Show your ratchet. :pok:
Don’t you have one?
Post by: Mechanickal on November 22, 2018, 05:48:00 PM
I do!:wait:Show your ratchet. :pok:
Don’t you have one?
A Topeak in the Skinth
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 05:48:50 PM
Since that will be my setup in a few days:I do!:wait:Show your ratchet. :pok:
Don’t you have one?
A Topeak in the Skinth
:worthless:
Post by: Mechanickal on November 22, 2018, 05:53:44 PM
Skinth L shield with:
- Swisstool Spirit XC
- Pocketwrench II by Lathshaw.
- Olight I3E EOS
- Bit rack containing 11 standard hex bits.
- Zebra telescopic pen
- Topeak Ratchet
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 22, 2018, 05:53:56 PM
:wait:
What?
Post by: Don Pablo on November 22, 2018, 06:05:54 PM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181122/782568734fb055c9c7559e0bc38282db.jpg):drool:
Skinth L shield with:
- Swisstool Spirit XC
- Pocketwrench II by Lathshaw.
- Olight I3E EOS
- Bit rack containing 11 standard hex bits.
- Zebra telescopic pen
- Topeak Ratchet
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 23, 2018, 11:06:13 PM
Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.Well Topeak Ratchets don't care much for YOU! stomps offShow contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Talking of Topeak ratchetsShow contentletting you down when you most need them, I saw the shaft of a 1/2" socket bit twist at least 720 degrees before shearing off - it was quite impressive... if you like that sort of thing.
Soooo, nothing wrong with the Topeak Ratchet Rocket Lite DX ?...
Just received mine. As for now, I'm pleased :-)
I feared the reversing lever could be actioned too easily, but no. A nice little ratchet that will a lot of use (an for that price , I really don't care for a failure, I'll just order a replacement). BTW it's covered by a 2-year warranty.
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 24, 2018, 10:36:12 AM
I count 37 teeth on the Victorinox Ratchet, by the way.
Edit : 31 EUR for the Victorinox bare bone against 26 EUR for the Topeak set with bits (8mm Hex ? Cool !) + extender + pouch... Choice is quick.
Edit bis : the Leatherman bits and extender fit far much better in the Topeak than in the Victorinox (in the Vic', these just don't stay in place...). And the Topeak + Leatherman extender fit just nice in the side pockets of the Leatherman Charge old leather sheath / Wave old leather sheath / nylon old sheath, leaving enough clearance to still grab the Wave/Charge (Vic' doesn't...).
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 24, 2018, 12:04:15 PM
Re Topeak Ratchets... well my Mam used to say, if you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all.Well Topeak Ratchets don't care much for YOU! stomps offShow contentI don't much care for Topeak Ratchets... there, I said it.
Talking of Topeak ratchetsShow contentletting you down when you most need them, I saw the shaft of a 1/2" socket bit twist at least 720 degrees before shearing off - it was quite impressive... if you like that sort of thing.
Soooo, nothing wrong with the Topeak Ratchet Rocket Lite DX ?...
Just received mine. As for now, I'm pleased :-)
I feared the reversing lever could be actioned too easily, but no. A nice little ratchet that will a lot of use (an for that price , I really don't care for a failure, I'll just order a replacement). BTW it's covered by a 2-year warranty.
It's a very nice looking little set, I had two - one was broken when I got it, the other broke a few months later. I can't remember what was wrong with the first, but on the second the little switch broke. This was years ago mind, it might have been a duff batch. Sorry to piss on everyones parade. :(
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 24, 2018, 01:02:28 PM
Post by: magentus on November 24, 2018, 01:15:01 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 24, 2018, 01:50:17 PM
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 24, 2018, 02:12:40 PM
You are the constant in this Fuzzy :pok: I call USER ERROR! You were prolly trying to use the mini Topeak to change your tractor tyres eh? Admit it.
No, how stupid do you think I am? It was on the combine.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 24, 2018, 02:14:57 PM
No problem, I can understand "lemon happens. Did you try the warranty ?...
This was a while back, they didn't have any warranty service. I see they do now though.
Post by: Kev D on November 24, 2018, 03:58:45 PM
I can’t wait for mine to arrive. :wait:
Mine arrived about an hour ago
Post by: Don Pablo on November 24, 2018, 04:24:57 PM
GrrrrrI can’t wait for mine to arrive. :wait:
Mine arrived about an hour ago
Post by: firiki on November 24, 2018, 09:46:49 PM
From longer to shorter, Facom, Victorinox and Bahco bit ratchets and their respective adaptors/extensions.
They all work pretty well and feel quite solid. They also have their strong points and shortcomings. Note that I have used them all but not abused nor pushed any of them too hard.
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=39570.0;attach=409356;image)
The Facom, undoubtedly the most versatile and useful of the three, can be slippery at times and I don't like that it has magnets at the handle's end and the extension. Depending on the situation at hand, the fact that said magnet is quite strong but not enough to magnetise and hold screws can be either good or bad. It has a 60-tooth count, a 180 degree swivel head and the extension can be used combined with the ratchet to form a very handy T-handle. I got mine for €45 (a most friendly price, that is) along with a very handy and seemingly durable case and a good assortment of bits plus a socket adaptor, all of which seem of good quality so far, but one can also just get a ratchet and extension for about the same money. I believe the complete sets now retail at around €70 and if one uses these things a lot then I'd still consider it good value. In another version of this set, you can get less bits and some socketry up to 13mm size. The exact same sets are also available under the USAG name.
The Victorinox has a pass-through type mechanism which, in socket drivers at least, is considered as the most durable and dependable. It uses a spring coil to hold the bits in place, a simple, durable solution and I'm OK with that as long as frequent bit changes aren't required. As can be seen in the pics, the Vic is slightly shorther than the Facom, yet still provides plenty of leverage, so much in fact that I did overtighten a couple of wood screws with it before realising it was time to stop. The lack of a reversing lever means one has to be careful not to get stuck while undoing a fastener or else one is... well... scr3*ed ::) The lack of a thumb wheel, a most useful and welcome feature, can be overcome partly by pressing on the protruding part of the extension (the use of an extension is recommended where possible, just not like the Bahco one -not sure what the type/norm is called- otherwise the bit can indeed come out the other side). This ratchet has the narrower and slimmer profile of the three, I think, but I haven't taken exact measurements. At €35 for just the ratchet and extension, it is expensive. It does feel robust and it is comfortable to use. I count 39 clicks but 36 seems more likely.
The Bahco is the one I use the most. 60-tooth count, its curved handle makes it comfortable to use despite the short length because of which it can't provide the same leverage as the other two. I did press hard on it once and although it wasn't able to remove the fastener no harm was done to the mechanism. The extension can be bulky at times but it is useful, it locks the bit both using a spring coil and a magnet (strong enough-ish to hold screws) and the orange collar can rotate while using the thing thus making life easier. This ratchet is fairly lightweight but well made, I can totally recommend it especially as it comes with a handy case and good assortment of bits and sockets plus socket adaptor at around €25.
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=39570.0;attach=409358;image)
Facom and Bahco socket adaptors. They look exactly the same save for the finish, Bahco's feels cheaper. Facom might be slightly heavier but I haven't weighed them. Both can be a real pain to remove from the ratchet.
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 25, 2018, 12:09:52 PM
Post by: magentus on November 25, 2018, 08:21:00 PM
They waited until you'd effed yours up first and then told everyone else about the warranty. Good move Topeak. :tu:No problem, I can understand "lemon happens. Did you try the warranty ?...
This was a while back, they didn't have any warranty service. I see they do now though.
Post by: firiki on November 26, 2018, 01:03:52 PM
Damn... I wasn't aware Facom produced such a small ratchet. I need one now :D
It also comes with a 8mm Hex :pok: :angel:
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=50835.0;attach=340286;image)
Perhaps it won't fit everywhere (what's what etc etc), unlike the Bahco, but it offers many options :tu:
Dimensions, head height (from thumb wheel to retaining clip) ~1,7mm and same for width. Overall length 11,4mm.
(https://forum.multitool.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=50835.0;attach=340288;image)
Here it is shown in my hand, I wear size 9 gloves. I hope this helps :salute:
:whistle:
Post by: lovecraft25 on November 26, 2018, 01:55:11 PM
It also comes with a 8mm Hex :pok: :angel::whistle:
Thanks! I saw the three versions of the "PICO" (R.180 ratchet and extension alone / R.180J31 with 29 hex bits / R1PICO with 21 hex bit and 5 sockets).
I already have a truckload of hex bits, I may just take the socket offer.
Price seems fair enough (40/50 EUR seems to be the average here). Wifey knows what to offer now :facepalm:
I saw a video on youtube, I really like the way they did the pass through for the extension, very smart.
Post by: Don Pablo on November 26, 2018, 01:56:40 PM
Sooooo... :think:They waited until you'd effed yours up first and then told everyone else about the warranty. Good move Topeak. :tu:No problem, I can understand "lemon happens. Did you try the warranty ?...
This was a while back, they didn't have any warranty service. I see they do now though.
That means they’ll remove the warranty when I get mine! :ahhh
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 02:03:55 PM
Most definitely. The Pablo proof Warranty is as rare as a round bought by Fuzzy.Sooooo... :think:They waited until you'd effed yours up first and then told everyone else about the warranty. Good move Topeak. :tu:No problem, I can understand "lemon happens. Did you try the warranty ?...
This was a while back, they didn't have any warranty service. I see they do now though.
That means they’ll remove the warranty when I get mine! :ahhh
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 26, 2018, 02:08:58 PM
Most definitely. The Pablo proof Warranty is as rare as a round bought by Fuzzy.Sooooo... :think:They waited until you'd effed yours up first and then told everyone else about the warranty. Good move Topeak. :tu:No problem, I can understand "lemon happens. Did you try the warranty ?...
This was a while back, they didn't have any warranty service. I see they do now though.
That means they’ll remove the warranty when I get mine! :ahhh
True that. :tu:
Post by: Don Pablo on November 26, 2018, 02:09:44 PM
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 02:19:53 PM
Sigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
Post by: Don Pablo on November 26, 2018, 02:42:12 PM
Just how long does it take for a packet to cross the Irish Sea? :DSigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
It was posted on Saturday. :think: So it travels today and gets here on wednesday? :shrug:
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 02:45:11 PM
You should of opted for 'U Post' - Fast and Stealthy UnterSee Delivery Solutions - It's just an extra €170 :pok:Just how long does it take for a packet to cross the Irish Sea? :DSigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
It was posted on Saturday. :think: So it travels today and gets here on wednesday? :shrug:
Post by: Don Pablo on November 26, 2018, 02:57:25 PM
I already thought that €8 for the postage to Ireland was highway robbery!You should of opted for 'U Post' - Fast and Stealthy UnterSee Delivery Solutions - It's just an extra €170 :pok:Just how long does it take for a packet to cross the Irish Sea? :DSigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
It was posted on Saturday. :think: So it travels today and gets here on wednesday? :shrug:
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 03:02:45 PM
That's highway robbery for you - but the fact is you're still waiting..... Your Topeak is probably in the pocket of some masked bandit on their way to a fence to flog it. If you've paid a few extra Euro we would be sliding silently up the Liffey right now, Topeak nestled safely in the patented 'Untersee/Oversee Ballista Delivery System' ©I already thought that €8 for the postage to Ireland was highway robbery!You should of opted for 'U Post' - Fast and Stealthy UnterSee Delivery Solutions - It's just an extra €170 :pok:Just how long does it take for a packet to cross the Irish Sea? :DSigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
It was posted on Saturday. :think: So it travels today and gets here on wednesday? :shrug:
Post by: Dutch_Tooler on November 26, 2018, 03:14:07 PM
Still using that? I'd have expected you 'd have upgraded to this by now...That's highway robbery for you - but the fact is you're still waiting..... Your Topeak is probably in the pocket of some masked bandit on their way to a fence to flog it. If you've paid a few extra Euro we would be sliding silently up the Liffey right now, Topeak nestled safely in the patented 'Untersee/Oversee Ballista Delivery System' ©I already thought that €8 for the postage to Ireland was highway robbery!You should of opted for 'U Post' - Fast and Stealthy UnterSee Delivery Solutions - It's just an extra €170 :pok:Just how long does it take for a packet to cross the Irish Sea? :DSigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
It was posted on Saturday. :think: So it travels today and gets here on wednesday? :shrug:
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 03:28:51 PM
Post by: Don Pablo on November 26, 2018, 03:34:51 PM
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 03:38:23 PM
Little Nellie!That's a sweet name.......We call ours Deathtrap.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 26, 2018, 04:07:31 PM
You should of opted for 'U Post' - Fast and Stealthy UnterSee Delivery Solutions - It's just an extra €170 :pok:Just how long does it take for a packet to cross the Irish Sea? :DSigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
It was posted on Saturday. :think: So it travels today and gets here on wednesday? :shrug:
Screw that! Pabs... Pabs... PABS!!! You should've used Fuzzbucket's Chuckit Arm-powered Air Mail. For a fraction of the cost of U Post, we can get it to a convenient location for you to simply collect. Just tell me the approx direction and we shall use our unique arm-powered throwing system to Chuckit to you... terms and conditions apply...
Post by: pfrsantos on November 26, 2018, 04:11:28 PM
Well you thought wrong my friend. Cheapskates that we are, our deliveries are made using the good old fashioned Gyrocopter:
Huh... That was the old model. It crashed, remember? We got it replaced.
:pok: :pok:
Show content
(https://artsology.com/images/da-vinci-aerial-screw.jpg)
So far, still working...
So far, still working...
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 04:18:21 PM
It's up to you of course Pabs, but word on the street is that Chuckit is prone to failure from UnterseezuLuftrakete attention. Up to you though......You should of opted for 'U Post' - Fast and Stealthy UnterSee Delivery Solutions - It's just an extra €170 :pok:Just how long does it take for a packet to cross the Irish Sea? :DSigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
It was posted on Saturday. :think: So it travels today and gets here on wednesday? :shrug:
Screw that! Pabs... Pabs... PABS!!! You should've used Fuzzbucket's Chuckit Arm-powered Air Mail. For a fraction of the cost of U Post, we can get it to a convenient location for you to simply collect. Just tell me the approx direction and we shall use our unique arm-powered throwing system to Chuckit to you... terms and conditions apply...
Post by: magentus on November 26, 2018, 04:18:56 PM
You're even older than I thought you were GrandadWell you thought wrong my friend. Cheapskates that we are, our deliveries are made using the good old fashioned Gyrocopter:
Huh... That was the old model. It crashed, remember? We got it replaced.
:pok: :pok:Show content(https://artsology.com/images/da-vinci-aerial-screw.jpg)
So far, still working...
Post by: Fuzzbucket on November 26, 2018, 05:01:35 PM
It's up to you of course Pabs, but word on the street is that Chuckit is prone to failure from UnterseezuLuftrakete attention. Up to you though......You should of opted for 'U Post' - Fast and Stealthy UnterSee Delivery Solutions - It's just an extra €170 :pok:Just how long does it take for a packet to cross the Irish Sea? :DSigh. Alas, poor me. :cry:Still waiting?
It was posted on Saturday. :think: So it travels today and gets here on wednesday? :shrug:
Screw that! Pabs... Pabs... PABS!!! You should've used Fuzzbucket's Chuckit Arm-powered Air Mail. For a fraction of the cost of U Post, we can get it to a convenient location for you to simply collect. Just tell me the approx direction and we shall use our unique arm-powered throwing system to Chuckit to you... terms and conditions apply...
That is true actually... and our sorting office is suffering some staff issues.
(https://media.giphy.com/media/mP4240mOW8ngA/giphy.gif)
Post by: ezdog on November 29, 2018, 01:19:35 AM
Amazing set of tools overall and much tinier than I imagined too?
Key fob is there for size reference.
Ratchet is 60 tooth!
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Post by: Don Pablo on December 03, 2018, 11:19:23 AM
It’s a lot smaller than I expected. :D
A ratchet for ants?
Post by: magentus on December 03, 2018, 12:01:59 PM
My topeak finally showed up. :mail:What did you insect? I mean expect?
It’s a lot smaller than I expected. :D
A ratchet for ants?
Post by: Syncop8r on December 03, 2018, 12:15:49 PM
My topeak finally showed up. :mail:So you're quite anti- it then?
It’s a lot smaller than I expected. :D
A ratchet for ants?
Post by: Don Pablo on December 03, 2018, 12:18:22 PM
Something with the same dimensions, but bigger. :DMy topeak finally showed up. :mail:What did you insect? I mean expect?
It’s a lot smaller than I expected. :D
A ratchet for ants?
On the contrary, now I’m going to be obsessed with looking for things to screw. :DMy topeak finally showed up. :mail:So you're quite anti- it then?
It’s a lot smaller than I expected. :D
A ratchet for ants?
Post by: Syncop8r on December 03, 2018, 12:19:42 PM
Post by: Syncop8r on December 03, 2018, 12:21:31 PM
On the contrary, now I’m going to be obsessed with looking for things to screw. :DWelcome to male adulthood. :facepalm:
Post by: Don Pablo on December 03, 2018, 12:51:01 PM
What did you pay for it? Antenna?About two an a half antennae.
Post by: magentus on December 03, 2018, 02:39:00 PM
:rofl:On the contrary, now I’m going to be obsessed with looking for things to screw. :DWelcome to male adulthood. :facepalm:
Post by: Syncop8r on December 03, 2018, 07:45:30 PM
Thorax for that! I'm a bit abdomen -minded lately...What did you pay for it? Antenna?About two an a half antennae.
Post by: magentus on April 01, 2019, 02:27:47 PM
Been out and about making quite a few small repairs at work today so I thought I'd take a couple pics of my mini toolkit.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on April 01, 2019, 02:32:08 PM
Post by: magentus on April 01, 2019, 02:42:37 PM
Very nice! :salute:... Although, you do seem to go through a lot of vaseline... :whistle:I may have a small Vaseline addiction
Post by: Don Pablo on April 01, 2019, 02:48:15 PM
Post by: magentus on April 01, 2019, 02:52:48 PM
Do you use it in place of WD-40 or something?I'd rather not talk about it.
Post by: ezdog on April 01, 2019, 03:24:20 PM
I'd rather not talk about it.
Where is the Relieved Emoji when we need it?!
Post by: Don Pablo on April 01, 2019, 03:25:48 PM
Post by: Kev D on April 01, 2019, 08:32:49 PM
Post by: Syncop8r on April 01, 2019, 09:26:08 PM
Damn, I thought I killed this thread with my bad puns. :whistle:
Post by: magentus on April 01, 2019, 11:02:40 PM
Which spirit do you have? The butter blade or the good oneMine has the butter blade and I love it! Wish Vic put it as an option on their regular SAKs.
Post by: Don Pablo on April 01, 2019, 11:09:07 PM
Mine has the butter blade and I love it! Wish Vic put it as an option on their regular SAKs.How different is it from the blade on the Duke of Edinburgh SAK?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on April 01, 2019, 11:22:59 PM
Which spirit do you have? The butter blade or the good one
:rofl:
Post by: magentus on April 02, 2019, 09:33:54 AM
How different is it from the blade on the Duke of Edinburgh SAK?Very different. See pic below. The hole in it was made by the previous owner who was thinking of adding a thumb nut for OHO
Post by: Don Pablo on April 02, 2019, 10:31:04 AM
Post by: magentus on April 02, 2019, 11:03:48 AM
Looks like a very good utility blade. :tu:It's really useful - great for cutting obvs, but it's also perfect for spreading butter etc (as the name implies) and is different enough from a SAK blade to not feel you're doubling up if you carry both.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on April 02, 2019, 11:16:09 AM
It's really useful - great for cutting obvs, but it's also perfect for spreading butter etc (as the name implies) and is different enough from a SAK blade to not feel you're doubling up if you carry both.
It is actually a very interesting looking blade... Actually.
Post by: magentus on April 02, 2019, 11:26:01 AM
That was the Thundercat wasn't it?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on April 02, 2019, 11:27:19 AM
Post by: magentus on April 02, 2019, 11:36:35 AM
No... Henry's Cat stupid.Rhubarb and Custard?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on April 02, 2019, 12:00:02 PM
Rhubarb and Custard?
That's it. Although, Rhubarb was clearly incompetent, I always thought those birds were very unhelpful.
Post by: magentus on April 02, 2019, 12:04:37 PM
That's it. Although, Rhubarb was clearly incompetent, I always thought those birds were very unhelpful.I think you've got it mixed up with the Wombles mate.
Post by: Fuzzbucket on April 02, 2019, 12:21:40 PM
I think you've got it mixed up with the Wombles mate.
I smurfing love the Wombles - great bunch of lads! :tu: Orinoco, Tomsk and Wellington have influenced my life like no other.
Post by: magentus on April 02, 2019, 12:47:05 PM
I smurfing love the Wombles - great bunch of lads! :tu: Orinoco, Tomsk and Wellington have influenced my life like no other.Wandering the common in search of love?
Post by: Fuzzbucket on April 02, 2019, 01:43:13 PM
Wandering the common in search of love?
Just walking the dog... (I don't have a dog).
Post by: Mechanickal on April 02, 2019, 02:13:52 PM
It's strange looking but cuts through zip ties, insulation, drywall and plastic tubes like a hot knife through butter...
:facepalm:
Post by: Don Pablo on April 02, 2019, 03:00:26 PM
Post by: ThePeacent on April 02, 2019, 04:17:35 PM
Is that's why it's called the butter blade? :D
(https://i.imgur.com/IrfzJoD.jpg?1)
insulation mat = butter
(https://i.imgur.com/q3JOpRy.jpg)
Post by: Syncop8r on April 02, 2019, 09:30:34 PM
Wandering the common in search of love?
Just walking the dog... (I don't have a dog).
Oh is that what dogging is? :think:
Post by: Fuzzbucket on April 02, 2019, 09:33:40 PM
Oh is that what dogging is? :think:
Yeah, pretty much... Well, that and standing in a circle taking turns to fu.... compliment the other members...
Post by: Syncop8r on April 02, 2019, 10:52:46 PM
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on June 19, 2019, 09:44:07 PM
[Maxped Micro].
i couldn't bring myself to do that yet and so far,i've used it in the workshop,tightened handle bolts and other odds and ends.
handy set,cool tools.
Post by: cody6268 on June 19, 2019, 11:24:05 PM
i bought this kit a few months ago,the plan was to break it and keep the ratchet and maybe bit extender in my pocket pouch
[Maxped Micro].
i couldn't bring myself to do that yet and so far,i've used it in the workshop,tightened handle bolts and other odds and ends.
handy set,cool tools.
Wondering how the quality is. Here in the US, a similar model is sold by Stanley Tools as Craftsman. My first broke on a light duty task, the second often has some problems. I'm guessing either who is making that model for Menard's and Stanley either ripped off or makes the Bosch.
Post by: Humayd A R Mahomedy on June 20, 2019, 08:51:22 AM
Wondering how the quality is. Here in the US, a similar model is sold by Stanley Tools as Craftsman. My first broke on a light duty task, the second often has some problems. I'm guessing either who is making that model for Menard's and Stanley either ripped off or makes the Bosch.
the bosch set seems to be decent quality.
i'll put it to some heavier use in the shop,and decide.
probably will get the Vic ratchet set as well,since its available here as well.
apart from these 2,i have not come across compact pocket size ratchets here.
Post by: fullbreakfast on August 27, 2019, 04:43:31 PM
I can confirm the butter blade is a good one.Yeah, one also cut most of the way through my thumb once so I can testify to the cutting ability of these!
It's strange looking but cuts through zip ties, insulation, drywall and plastic tubes like a hot knife through butter...
:facepalm:
I was of course working in a stupid and unsafe way at the time (up a stepladder, trying to open the battery casing on a smoke detector that was dangling from the ceiling cavity by its wiring...the ladder wasn't really tall enough so I was working above my head...some fool had epoxy glued something onto the body of the alarm that obstructed the battery hatch and I was trying to cut it off whilst holding the thing with my other hand). So I got what I deserved, really.
Post by: Mechanickal on August 27, 2019, 04:49:32 PM
Post by: fullbreakfast on August 27, 2019, 04:53:51 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/Her4BATh.jpg)
These are 90mm long and really handy for tight spaces. There have been (at least) two variants, the newer one (at the front of the picture) is the same length but slightly thicker and heavier with a bigger 'head'. I guess this makes it more robust, but I'm not sure it's an improvement as the smallness and lightness of the original was a feature and it was certainly robust enough for anything you would likely want to use it for. But it's only a small change and the new model remains extremely handy.
I got the earlier one as part of this kit:
(https://i.imgur.com/HPsv1Beh.jpg)
which is pocketable and allows you to do a lot (you can just see there is a 50mm bit extension sitting underneath the ratchet). You can also see above that I've added to the basic kit by putting four low-profile hex bits inside the four largest sockets. With these bits inserted directly into the ratchet I can get into a space with about 21mm clearance.
Post by: fullbreakfast on August 27, 2019, 04:59:12 PM
:dwts:Yeah, I know :cry:
Bit of an exaggeration to say it went most of the way through my thumb, but I very nearly went to hospital with it.
On the plus side, I didn't fall off the ladder which is a bit of a miracle :rofl:
Post by: cody6268 on August 27, 2019, 06:01:03 PM
Any fans of the Teng Tools 1400B? Great little tool!
(https://i.imgur.com/Her4BATh.jpg)
These are 90mm long and really handy for tight spaces. There have been (at least) two variants, the newer one (at the front of the picture) is the same length but slightly thicker and heavier with a bigger 'head'. I guess this makes it more robust, but I'm not sure it's an improvement as the smallness and lightness of the original was a feature and it was certainly robust enough for anything you would likely want to use it for. But it's only a small change and the new model remains extremely handy.
I got the earlier one as part of this kit:
(https://i.imgur.com/HPsv1Beh.jpg)
which is pocketable and allows you to do a lot (you can just see there is a 50mm bit extension sitting underneath the ratchet). You can also see above that I've added to the basic kit by putting four low-profile hex bits inside the four largest sockets. With these bits inserted directly into the ratchet I can get into a space with about 21mm clearance.
Here in the US, I think Craftsman and Menard's sell what is pretty much a knockoff of that design. The Craftsman ones (even AFTER Lowe's replaced it on warranty) break easily. I like how they're reversible and take standard 1/4 bits (both the Chapman and Kobalt Chapman knockoff I have require special bits with ball bearing detents on them), so I might be getting one of those myself.
Post by: fullbreakfast on August 27, 2019, 07:05:01 PM
Here in the US, I think Craftsman and Menard's sell what is pretty much a knockoff of that design. The Craftsman ones (even AFTER Lowe's replaced it on warranty) break easily. I like how they're reversible and take standard 1/4 bits (both the Chapman and Kobalt Chapman knockoff I have require special bits with ball bearing detents on them), so I might be getting one of those myself.I think if you get the Teng set (or the ratchet by itself) you'll find the ratchet is pretty durable and won't easily break on you. The bits are good too.
Post by: magentus on August 29, 2019, 04:03:42 PM
Any fans of the Teng Tools 1400B? Great little tool!
These are 90mm long and really handy for tight spaces. There have been (at least) two variants, the newer one (at the front of the picture) is the same length but slightly thicker and heavier with a bigger 'head'. I guess this makes it more robust, but I'm not sure it's an improvement as the smallness and lightness of the original was a feature and it was certainly robust enough for anything you would likely want to use it for. But it's only a small change and the new model remains extremely handy.
I got the earlier one as part of this kit:
which is pocketable and allows you to do a lot (you can just see there is a 50mm bit extension sitting underneath the ratchet). You can also see above that I've added to the basic kit by putting four low-profile hex bits inside the four largest sockets. With these bits inserted directly into the ratchet I can get into a space with about 21mm clearance.
That looks like a nice tool breakfast - runs just a little more expensive than the Topeak ratchet here in the UK.
Been using my Topeak a lot at work - great for dismantling barrel locks at work and getting in tight spaces. Also easily small enough to carry around and not have to go all the way back to the workshop for a driver all the time.
Post by: Sea Monster on August 30, 2019, 12:42:31 AM
Here's the same thing by another marque - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBjGFB9gvqE
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Post by: chip on August 30, 2019, 12:49:22 AM
I couldn't see it on their site, but I'm fairly sure Teng Tools used to do a neat go-through socket.
Here's the same thing by another marque - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBjGFB9gvqE
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You can buy the teng ones on amazon.
I have a full set of Halfords advanced go through ratchet spanners.
Solid ring spanner one end to break or to tighten were a lot of torque is required and the ratchet ring spanner the other end.
Post by: fullbreakfast on August 30, 2019, 10:00:38 AM
That looks like a nice tool breakfast - runs just a little more expensive than the Topeak ratchet here in the UK.Nice portable kit you have there - a little adjustable wrench like that is a good thing to have handy - I just recently got an Irega one that looks a similar size, about four inches. Have not tried any Topeak tools yet but I see they get some good reports on here.
Been using my Topeak a lot at work - great for dismantling barrel locks at work and getting in tight spaces. Also easily small enough to carry around and not have to go all the way back to the workshop for a driver all the time.
Post by: magentus on August 30, 2019, 04:22:16 PM
Nice portable kit you have there - a little adjustable wrench like that is a good thing to have handy - I just recently got an Irega one that looks a similar size, about four inches. Have not tried any Topeak tools yet but I see they get some good reports on here.Can't fault the Topeak - tough as nails - the 1/4" bit holder is really handy (magnetized too) so you get double bubble for your cash
Post by: Fortytwo on August 30, 2019, 04:44:14 PM
Can't fault the Topeak - tough as nails - the 1/4" bit holder is really handy (magnetized too) so you get double bubble for your cash
Yeah, the Topeak is a really great little tool. Perfect for a light EDC toolkit (and I find myself going for it even at home at times). I have switched to the similar Victorinox ratchet but that's mostly do to how well it carries in the Spirit sheath. In general I think the Topeak version is the more user-friendly tool due to things like the direction switch and how the ratchet doesn't allow the bits to go right through.
Post by: magentus on August 30, 2019, 04:49:03 PM
Yeah, the Topeak is a really great little tool. Perfect for a light EDC toolkit (and I find myself going for it even at home at times). I have switched to the similar Victorinox ratchet but that's mostly do to how well it carries in the Spirit sheath. In general I think the Topeak version is the more user-friendly tool due to things like the direction switch and how the ratchet doesn't allow the bits to go right through.Yeah - not handled a Vic ratchet, but the Topeak is nigh on perfect as an easily carried EDC - that, and the Vic 'L' wrench with bit holder and the small adjustable spanner I carry covers an enormous range of tasks for hardly any weight or pocket space. Add the Spirit and I rarely have to grab anything else from the workshop aside from a drill saw or hammer.
It's a really well thought-out tool and super robust.
Post by: chip on August 31, 2019, 01:49:40 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/mAGWLQT.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/FK7yI88.jpg)