theconrodkid
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| posted on 24/5/07 at 08:56 PM |
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dril bits
just ordered yet another set of drill bits,this time from axminster tools,1-13mm hss,super sharp and only £7-55 + vat and del,delivery was 2 daze as
well
who cares who wins
pass the pork pies
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sammy
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| posted on 25/5/07 at 06:49 AM |
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I got fed up with hss drill bits which don't last any time at all, particularly if you want to drill out old bolts or lots of large holes in 6mm
plate.
Spent 55 quid  on a quality set of titanium drill bits and what a difference!! I really wish I'd bought them years ago!
Build diaries...
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rusty nuts
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| posted on 25/5/07 at 05:41 PM |
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Cobalt drills are even better . Just don't let anyone borrow them!
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Danozeman
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| posted on 27/5/07 at 02:38 PM |
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Iv got some cobalt ones at work. Superb things. They stay in my toolbox under lock and key,.
Dan
Built the purple peril!! Let the modifications begin!!
http://www.eastangliankitcars.co.uk
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wilkingj
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| posted on 27/5/07 at 09:42 PM |
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My strategy, is buy reasonable tools. When one breaks or is worn beyond use, then I replace it with a quality item.
Say like, 13 and 17mm spanners get most use and wear quickly. So replace with good ones. The lesser used spanners last longer as they get less use.
Got to admit my Halfords Pro range is damn good value, and is lasting well. only broken one spline / star tool, and the small ratchet, all replaced
without quibble by Halfords.
1. The point of a journey is not to arrive.
2. Never take life seriously. Nobody gets out alive anyway.
Best Regards
Geoff
http://www.v8viento.co.uk
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greggors84
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| posted on 30/5/07 at 10:27 PM |
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I do the same, buy reasonable tools to begin with, usually in sets. Then when a single tools break I will replace it with a high quality one as its
likely im going to use it a lot and get a lot of stick. Seems better than spending £100s on Snap On spanner sets when Im only using half of the them
most of the time.
At work we have 3 tool men visit. Snap-on, Mac and a independant bloke. I will always buy from the independant bloke first, usually as he comes to see
me and knows what Im looking for. All his tools are guaranteed too.
Saying this I get drill bits free from work, as they are classed as consumables!
Chris
The Magnificent 7!
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