Gents, every so often we deviate to the mundane tasks of life. What sort of xyz do you prefer as a brand of milk or maybe even what's your cheapest lunch on the run sort of thing. Well it's tool time again for badgers. I don't have the digicam handy and my tool bag is at work so the photos will wait til tomorrow. I will get it started by listing what is in my daily carry tool pouch. I have much more but this is the kit that goes everywhere I go daily.
Klein 5167 eleven pocket leather tool pouch. Probably one of the most thought out tool pouches for electricians ever made. I realised the other day mine is approaching a full fifteen years old and is going to be due a replacement. It is still in remarkably good condition but the driver holders are coming apart on the bottom so it won't be long.
Knipex 02 05 225 combination pliers. Better known as linesmans in the commercial world. The best I have used.
Knipex 28 21 200 Long nose 'assembly pliers'. Great pliers but I wish I could still buy the Klein D314-8 long reach long nose. Sadly discontinued. These Knipex are a worthy if not equal replacement.
Knipex 74 21 200 8 inch angle head diagonal cutters. Typical Knipex, they cut wire like butter.
Ideal 45-618 Reflex Super T Wire Stripper.
Ideal 45-125 T Stripper for small gauge wire.
Klein Nut drivers 630 - 1/4", 630 -5/16", 630 - 11/32", 630 -3/8". These are the three inch shaft models. I have the full set of other sizes in this length plus metric and the six inch versions the standard/imperial sizes. The four mentioned live in my pouch at all times. Indispensable.
Klein Cushion Grip Screwdrivers, Philips 603-7 No.2 Philips. It is my most used driver. 603-6 No.3 Philips. 1/4" cabinet tip flat blade, 605-8. 3/16" cabinet tip flat blade, 601-4
And last but not least a 87 01 180 Knipex Cobra adjustable pliers About seven inches long these have to be the most versatile adjustable pliers I have used.
Of course there is a worn Stanley tape measure and a broken clasp for an adjustable wrench which cannot live there anymore for fear of losing it. It is a pricey Bahco so it stays in the truck til needed.
Photos in a day or so. Lets hear and see what you carry!
Cheers, Todd
*Plumbers. Ah yes, our favourite poo chasers. They can't help themselves but they could stay down wind. Do you know there are only three rules to know to become a plumber? 1. Crap flows downhill. 2. Payday is Friday. 3. Don't lick your fingers. Yes, I am only teasing our movers of the black waters. Tradesmen know how much ribbing Sparkies and Plunger Wielders give each other.
Klein 5167 eleven pocket leather tool pouch. Probably one of the most thought out tool pouches for electricians ever made. I realised the other day mine is approaching a full fifteen years old and is going to be due a replacement. It is still in remarkably good condition but the driver holders are coming apart on the bottom so it won't be long.
Knipex 02 05 225 combination pliers. Better known as linesmans in the commercial world. The best I have used.
Knipex 28 21 200 Long nose 'assembly pliers'. Great pliers but I wish I could still buy the Klein D314-8 long reach long nose. Sadly discontinued. These Knipex are a worthy if not equal replacement.
Knipex 74 21 200 8 inch angle head diagonal cutters. Typical Knipex, they cut wire like butter.
Ideal 45-618 Reflex Super T Wire Stripper.
Ideal 45-125 T Stripper for small gauge wire.
Klein Nut drivers 630 - 1/4", 630 -5/16", 630 - 11/32", 630 -3/8". These are the three inch shaft models. I have the full set of other sizes in this length plus metric and the six inch versions the standard/imperial sizes. The four mentioned live in my pouch at all times. Indispensable.
Klein Cushion Grip Screwdrivers, Philips 603-7 No.2 Philips. It is my most used driver. 603-6 No.3 Philips. 1/4" cabinet tip flat blade, 605-8. 3/16" cabinet tip flat blade, 601-4
And last but not least a 87 01 180 Knipex Cobra adjustable pliers About seven inches long these have to be the most versatile adjustable pliers I have used.
Of course there is a worn Stanley tape measure and a broken clasp for an adjustable wrench which cannot live there anymore for fear of losing it. It is a pricey Bahco so it stays in the truck til needed.
Photos in a day or so. Lets hear and see what you carry!
Cheers, Todd
*Plumbers. Ah yes, our favourite poo chasers. They can't help themselves but they could stay down wind. Do you know there are only three rules to know to become a plumber? 1. Crap flows downhill. 2. Payday is Friday. 3. Don't lick your fingers. Yes, I am only teasing our movers of the black waters. Tradesmen know how much ribbing Sparkies and Plunger Wielders give each other.
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