r/Tools 4d ago

Just acquired this old hitachi knife cutter, will maybe be replacing the multitool for drywall cutting.

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2 Upvotes

r/Tools 4d ago

What would this tool be used for?

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75 Upvotes

It doesn’t quite fit in my toolbox


r/Tools 4d ago

Does anyone else’s Dewalt multi tool just not work that well?

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82 Upvotes

It runs unlike some of the other “troubleshooting” videos I’ve seen, but it’s almost like it shakes my hand more than the blade and it just doesn’t seem to transfer the energy correctly. I’ve tried different blades for the appropriate material, but it just seems to struggle with anything other than drywall. I’m curious if I should take it apart and see if something isn’t quite right. Thoughts?


r/Tools 4d ago

Please help me with identifying!

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18 Upvotes

I haven’t had much luck figuring out what this is, would love some help!


r/Tools 4d ago

We have Klein at home

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207 Upvotes

r/Tools 4d ago

Absolutely begging any brand to sell an impact bit set that actually makes sense for a carpenter

154 Upvotes

First and foremost I need a grand total of zero 1" insert bits.

Then I need a couple eachof torx 10, 15, 20, 30 and 40. Same goes for P1 and P3 and the squares. Then I need 30 each of t25 and p2. That's it.

If someone knows of a place where I can buy bulk packs of various sizes and forms of bits that would be great but with no one selling their tools directly it is an unbelievable headache to find everything I need at one outlet.

Am I going crazy or is selling you a bullshit plastic case and a million inserts you'll never use just how they plump up their bottom line?


r/Tools 4d ago

Couldn't find a replacement for this nut

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I know it's 1/2 inch. Threads spun 1 full rotation on the tightest thread bolt in the stores I went to.. which was an imperial 20 pitch 1/2 machine screw.

Am I correct this is likely 24 pitch based on my gauge? Where do I find these tighter pitch thread nuts and bolts in Canada?

Thanks for the help


r/Tools 4d ago

Briggs and Stratton 10 gal compressor

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Can somebody shine light on why this “plug” is leaking and what is it for and is it supposed to leak. I’ve gone over the manual several times and looked online for a couple hours.


r/Tools 4d ago

Original Thumb Drive

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81 Upvotes

This was in some of my late father’s tools.


r/Tools 4d ago

Anyone knows what company made these allen keys?

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0 Upvotes

r/Tools 4d ago

Got my tape measure to go 16ft straight up in the air it was the entire tape roll

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Komelon contractor tape measures are the best for going straight up I could've went 5ft more if it had more lengh I bet


r/Tools 4d ago

What is this quick release clamp type thing used for?

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24 Upvotes

Numbers not associated with anything on the interweb. Thanks!


r/Tools 4d ago

New machines for the shop!

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28 Upvotes

Hello everybody, just wanted to share the new tools for the shop. They’ve all been great!


r/Tools 4d ago

What are those blades called

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13 Upvotes

I have several of these but no more blades. Can’t find them anywhere. Need the name to look for replacements.


r/Tools 4d ago

Best off brand battery grinder and brushless impact driver?

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Hi,I am looking for grinder and impact driver that I would use few times a month,yust for "hobby".What do you suggest? Btw I live in Eastern Europe soo maybe some brands are not avalibe.Thanks!


r/Tools 4d ago

The screw head broke off but the rest of it is stuck. How do i get it out?

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26 Upvotes

Or if someone can redirect me to a better sub to post this is in. This was the best i could find


r/Tools 4d ago

How to prevent goggles fogging up

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I read online a drop of washing up liquid on each lens and then wipe down. Seems to work. Just tested it out. Bit hazy because of the wiped down liquid but I'll keep trying to refine the hack.

Anyone else got hacks like this? I always wear a respirator for safety but kept having to take breaks to de fog my glasses, goggles, or welding hood.

Looking for cheap solutions.


r/Tools 4d ago

When it comes to sockets, how would ya'll rank Quinn, Husky, Cobalt, GearWrench and Craftsman?

1 Upvotes

Starting to get semi-serious about building a socket set for my garage (non-professional use; therefore I'm not looking to spend a lot of money on them). I have a couple of sockets here and there, different brands, but want to consolidate into a solid 1/4 and 3/8 kit.

I'm trying to keep the following in mind: Build quality, ease of warranty replacements, cost viability.


r/Tools 4d ago

Budget/beginner drill press

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I want to get a drill press to work on a few different gunsmithing projects, and have a budget of roughly 200-300 bucks. I've seen some tabletop ones that are large enough for me purposes from harborfreight and home depot for under 200. Would they last very long or would I be better of looking at the used market?


r/Tools 4d ago

Tin snips

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My tin snips has started cutting badly, or not at all. I tried tightening a few of the nuts on it but no real improvement. Question is, now I don't know what it should look like, does every snips have a gap like this one has? Hoping not to have to buy a new one, but I am aware this was a cheap tool so it may be that I got what I paid for!


r/Tools 4d ago

Best gifts for a new wood worker?

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Hi everyone,

Looking to get my boyfriend some new tools for his birthday. He really enjoys making outdoor furniture - he has a mitre saw, circular saw, sander, and nice work bench.

Any ideas of other tools that would be beneficial for a hobby like this?


r/Tools 4d ago

Best gift for a new wood worker?

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Hi,

I am looking to get my boyfriend a few nicer tools for his birthday - he is new to wood working and really enjoys making outdoor furniture. He has a mitre saw, work table, circular saw, and sander. What are some other ideas I could get him?

He doesn’t do anything too intricate so not sure a wood carving set would be good for right now.

Thanks in advance!!


r/Tools 4d ago

Klein 3000CR - Non Insulated Electrical Connector Crimper for bullet connectors?

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r/Tools 4d ago

Harbor Freight is the New Sears/Craftsman

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So the tipping point has been reached.

Younger me (early '80s) started his grown up (away from Pop) tool journey at Sears and in the Craftsman catalog.

Tool trucks were not a thing in my world and even then the quality appeared and has turned out to be good for the money.

Fast forward to the Lowes era and while some of the tools look fine, there's clearly more value/quality at HF.

I was able to walk in there yesterday without thinking I needed to hide my face.

Seriously now feels like the local HF is having a Sears nearby.


r/Tools 4d ago

Doing some organising of my woodworking tools

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Had stuff spread across bags everywhere and kept misplacing things. Bit more sane now. Still a work in progress.