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A site dedicated to tools. All tools that are awesome and useful, from power tools, to hand tools to pneumatic tools to dentistry tools.

Just pictures and info on tools, not some crap tools that break when you use them, real tools.

Humans are the best tool makers and users on earth, show off the best.

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    More?

    4 Comments
    2024/11/09
    19:08 UTC

    21

    Wrenches?

    7 Comments
    2024/11/09
    19:06 UTC

    114

    My first “I’m gonna try and restore a motorcycle with no knowledge” adulting tools.

    Bought an old Suzuki to restore this year and finally put together my first tool set.

    Tools in no particular order.

    Tekton 3/8 metric socket set Tekton metric combo wrenches Vessel wood handle tang thru screwdrivers Gripedge metric hex set Milwaukee pliers/locking pliers/ect CRKT pocket knife (already had this laying around) Capri dead blow hammer Teng 10” 3/8 spinner handle/ratchet extension (still waiting on delivery)

    All put into a Cornwell creeper seat that I got off the truck at work.

    44 Comments
    2024/11/09
    02:11 UTC

    46

    New tool week - I should slow down.

    Some new to me, some replaced and some warranted.

    12 Comments
    2024/11/09
    01:05 UTC

    121

    First-time poster here! Just wanted to share this satisfying shot of some screwdrivers—something about the colors and symmetry just felt too good not to share.

    23 Comments
    2024/11/07
    13:11 UTC

    22

    Bet ya I get that battery opened now. ;)

    Or lose some fingers trying!!!!! ;)

    I had been looking at the Stihl for the last year. That not having an oiler always stopped me at the last minute, even had it in my cart a couple times at farm n fleet. I’d put it back going I want a damn oiler I know I’ll forget otherwise with the just one more branch and 30 branches later.

    The free forge was enough to make me finally say f it. So two 8.0 forges and a 12 HO I figure I’m good for this, the porta saw and I need to just say screw it and buy the grinder. Technically I need a new saw too. My Ridgid is cutting crooked even with new blades. Think I’m going to get the m12 surge to replace my worn out Ridgid impact driver. Then add an m12 drill at some point. The hammer drill is way overkill sometimes.

    9 Comments
    2024/11/06
    22:02 UTC

    21

    The Klein Modboxes rule!

    I bought a stack of the drawer-style boxes (instead of lid boxes) and immediately turned around and bought another. I'm so pleased with these things! Bigger tires than Packouts, sturdy and detachable handle on the rear with slots for long tools like a 4' level, etc. The side rails and their attachments (cup holder, heavy duty hooks, work lights, magnets, bins, etc) are an excellent feature too! They're the perfect size; for example I can fit a skilsaw, sawsall, router (+ bit case), and jigsaw all into one of the big single drawer boxes, and the rolling base box is even bigger. I like the drawers more though, so I can leave it all stacked up almost always. If anyone is looking to get into some rolling tool boxes give these a real good look before buying anything. They have so many features, and a matching utility cart with side rails that I'm still trying to get my hands on. Just wanted to share. Ask me anything if you wanna.

    5 Comments
    2024/11/06
    21:55 UTC

    5

    Colby 360° protractor c. 1880 overlaid on a custom clinometer and protractor combination from 1875. The clinometer is off by a full 20 minutes when compared to the Colby protractor.

    0 Comments
    2024/11/06
    19:04 UTC

    203

    What do you think?

    34 Comments
    2024/11/06
    19:01 UTC

    39

    Put on a vice and holder, fully adjustable and slide.

    7 Comments
    2024/11/06
    16:01 UTC

    5

    Work bench before cleaning up, and heading home from shift...

    0 Comments
    2024/11/06
    15:48 UTC

    17

    Tiny Tool Tuesday. Today’s entrants from 🇩🇪, 🇪🇸, and the 🇨🇿. Not counting the 🇺🇸 banana

    3 Comments
    2024/11/06
    00:24 UTC

    60

    old tools>new tools

    15 Comments
    2024/11/05
    00:47 UTC

    24

    Any idea what / how this tool is used . I scored it at the flea market for 2 bucks in a bin full of "Aviation" tools

    22 Comments
    2024/11/04
    03:17 UTC

    20

    These are a few of my favorite things!!!!!

    6 Comments
    2024/11/02
    23:01 UTC

    92

    Badass crosscut saw

    8’ crosscut saw. Feels really f’ing badass to cut down trees with 😎

    14 Comments
    2024/11/02
    20:04 UTC

    51

    Organizing using Adam Savage’s “First Order of Retrievability” concept in the new shop. Easily accessible and a home for every tool.

    3 Comments
    2024/11/02
    19:25 UTC

    27

    Lobster adjustable wrench

    Hey guys seeing if anyone has used these lobster adjustable wrenches before I’m looking for a new pocket size wrench that opens as wide as possible and has tight jaws I’m a mechanical maintenance fitter cheers guys

    17 Comments
    2024/10/31
    13:51 UTC

    51

    NTD

    I had been drooling over that wide mouth for a wile. The current sale and the free forge battery convinced me the compact was what I would buy instead. Projects, repairs and fab work for myself or friends. So I’m sure it will be perfect for my needs.

    I’ve lost so many damn of the HD rewards points due them expiring while waiting for the right tool to go on sale. Not today!!!! It got used. ;) right before it expired.

    I talked myself out of m18 pruner, I may got back for that and the m12 driver/drill that’s on sale as my ridgid chit itself and Ridgid won’t warranty any of the original tool set I purchased and registered right after I got it. Tired of going round and round with them.

    0 Comments
    2024/10/29
    23:25 UTC

    197

    Heli field mechanic setup

    First time using kaizen foam. I melted in the wrenches, sockets and extensions. Much easier than cutting. Pelican 1560

    37 Comments
    2024/10/29
    20:58 UTC

    19

    Old pliers

    Just finished brushing the rust off. What I thought would be a rust crust was just the uneven iron surface. Those pliers belonged to my grandfather or great-grandfather; I'm suspecting it's a blacksmith's work, as there is no branding or anything. I'm taken aback by the beauty of the seemingly hand made tool and just wanted to share.

    Also, if anyone have any tips for how to keep it rust free, I'm all ears. I've just rubbed it with a cloth with some WD-40...

    7 Comments
    2024/10/29
    20:30 UTC

    32

    Anyone still have one of these kicking around ? Haven't used mine in years, waiting to see what this one goes for.

    11 Comments
    2024/10/29
    15:08 UTC

    25

    [OC][1920x1920] The patina on this old Starrett surface gage (No. 56C)

    2 Comments
    2024/10/29
    05:37 UTC

    215

    Just restored this old vise

    How did I do?

    11 Comments
    2024/10/28
    22:34 UTC

    37

    Vise-Grip 20R

    4 Comments
    2024/10/28
    14:39 UTC

    53

    Paddle, Speed Feed Auger & Masonry bot organization

    I was in need of a couple paddle bits and picked up a Diablo set at HD, but it didn’t have a case.

    I like to use cases so I know what I may be missing, and I found theMilwaukee Large Case for Impact Drivers online. They all fit & now o just need to black out the empty spaces so I know I’m not missing anything!

    Thus type of case lets me being them all up in the attic, or put them all in my mobile box or just leave the case open in my toolbox drawe to grab what I need.

    The Diablo bits are good, but if I was to do it all over I’d buy the Bosch Daredevil set in its own case and then buy a smaller Milwaukee Case for the other bits.

    2 Comments
    2024/10/27
    21:32 UTC

    102

    Makita HR006GZ

    Bought this bad boy for my birthday. Makita HR006GZ 40Vx2 rotary hammer. Together with a 52” Milwaukee drill. Let’s rock 😎

    8 Comments
    2024/10/27
    17:10 UTC

    123

    🇯🇵 Lobster W-Zero 🇯🇵

    12 Comments
    2024/10/26
    12:04 UTC

    49

    Woden B/2 Bench Vice Restoration - Let me know what you think

    16 Comments
    2024/10/25
    21:35 UTC

    171

    W.F. Wells and Sons drop saw. Just brought it back to life. Made in 1959 and the company still exists!

    A very helpful lady at the company sent me manuals and ultimately sold me some parts i needed to get this thing back into service. Love how the saw has driving directions on the casting😂

    7 Comments
    2024/10/25
    02:47 UTC

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