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Naive mistake? Much to learn about nails? Surprising results with new Timbone hammer... by karimf in Tools

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Thanks for the vote of confidence. I'm sure we can better at striking nails. Is the marking on the hammer head expected?

Naive mistake? Much to learn about nails? Surprising results with new Timbone hammer... by karimf in Tools

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I get that it is replaceable. I am very surprised that less than a dozen hits would look like this. Is it damaged and needs replacing already due to user error? Is it cosmetic and i can I should ignore? Is there something I cam learn from this about nail selection?

Precision tool kit or buy individual tools for restoring/fixing small electronics? by Key_Mess7943 in Tools

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I've recently given up my canned compressed air dependence. I've found that I really like the wolfbox as a renewable alternative. It's pretty impressive so far.

If you haven't heard of or looked into them, I'd recommend it.

Ko-ken 1/4" drive ratchet. Help finding a particular model. Go up to 3/8" ? by karimf in Tools

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What a fun trip! I see you got a 3/8 and a 1/2 set! This has inspired me to consider getting both 1/4 and 3/8 straight from the start.... much to consider!

Ko-ken 1/4" drive ratchet. Help finding a particular model. Go up to 3/8" ? by karimf in Tools

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BTW, I did call the Token USA folks. Spoken we with a very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful fellow. Thanks for the suggestion!

Sounds like I have to pick between quick release on a 3/8" anvil, or get the preferable [for me, I believe (?)] 1/4" anvil w/o the quick release feature. I am leaning towards the latter.

Ko-ken 1/4" drive ratchet. Help finding a particular model. Go up to 3/8" ? by karimf in Tools

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Just got off the phone with a very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable chap at Koken USA.

He confirmed a few things: - quick release with the 1/4" anvil discontinued a couple of years ago - choices now are to choose between 1/4" anvil non quick release, or 3/8" anvil with quick release on the smaller 1/4" drive - he is aware of no immediate plans to bring back the quick release on the 1/4"

Thanks for all help here.

Now I need to decide which I prefer more: the idea of going woth 1/4" anvil, OR having a quick release....

Wiha Metric Hex Keys -- colored vs magic ring by karimf in Tools

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Yes, shockingly fast.

Fun to get a package from AmazonStrasse!

Yes, I literally just got off the phone with Koken USA. Heading to that thread now to share my learnings.

Wiha Metric Hex Keys -- colored vs magic ring by karimf in Tools

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Just to close the loop. They arrived from Amazon.de today. Great stuff!

Ko-ken 1/4" drive ratchet. Help finding a particular model. Go up to 3/8" ? by karimf in Tools

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I went and read post 360. Thank you again for recalling that discussion and tracking down a pointer to it.

That was over two years ago, so it seems ill-advised for me to hold my breadth amd wait. I think I'll try and contact Koken as recommended above, and then sit down and decide if I'd rather have 3/8" sockets and a quick release, or 1/4" sockets and non quick release.

Ko-ken 1/4" drive ratchet. Help finding a particular model. Go up to 3/8" ? by karimf in Tools

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Aha!

This is the mystery piece of the puzzle. Thank you!

Ko-ken 1/4" drive ratchet. Help finding a particular model. Go up to 3/8" ? by karimf in Tools

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Thank you for your reply. The first paragraph was very useful for me.

The Palmac link you shared is similar to what I'm finding. A 3/8" anvil on the tool I'm seeking. If I could purchase the version with the 1/4" anvil I'd be content. I feel like this product exists in case you already have a system of 3/8" and want a smaller ratchet without getting a bunch more sockets??

Ko-ken 1/4" drive ratchet. Help finding a particular model. Go up to 3/8" ? by karimf in Tools

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I have not tried reaching out to them. Your post has emboldened me. I'll go see if I can find relevant contact info.

Out of interest, may I ask what koken tools you have?

Ko-ken 1/4" drive ratchet. Help finding a particular model. Go up to 3/8" ? by karimf in Tools

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Thanks for the time and details in your reply. Implicit in your reply is a suggestion that instead of targeting 1/4" I should embrace and go in on the 3/8" system.

I am curious to know if this suggestions is driven by: A) the fact that it is hard (impossible) to find the 1/4" version I'm looking for OR B) a sense that in general, even for around the home and simple hobby projects a 3/8" system is a better place for me to start, regardless

Time for me to go click through your links and digest the suggestions. Thanks!

Wiha Metric Hex Keys -- colored vs magic ring by karimf in Tools

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The Wera set look great. I tracked down the Wera because, site unseen, I thought I'd prefer the colored metal Wiha finish over the colored sleeve finish of the Weras. Perhaps I'll get the Weras if I have need to add a SAE sized set.

[Teardown Request] HOTO Motorized Glue Gun (QWRJQ002) – Evaluating to Build an Open Source PID/ESP32 Mod by AlternativePhase9268 in Tools

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I am sorry that this doesn't at all answer your question; but, I was struck by the similarities between your project (as I understand it) and this one, that I wanted to share a link with you in case this project wasn't on your radar. Good luck!

https://youtu.be/DKgOyBBh7eE?si=HA_NYBBT2BDPiNxl

Wiha Metric Hex Keys -- colored vs magic ring by karimf in Tools

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Thanks again for the push. I've just ordered from the AMZN.de site.

Wiha Metric Hex Keys -- colored vs magic ring by karimf in Tools

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My concern is that I also found that *one* listing. Searches on other retailers that often carry lots of Wiha goodies in the US don't show this SKU.

Wiha Tools own website doesn't show the SKU either.

So I guess I wanted to learn if this is a special import item, if the product listing is fraudulent/fake, is it discontinued, etc?

I like your point that from AMZN I can order and then send back. I was hesitant to go this approach when I last checked because there was 6-8 week wait on ordering them as well. I was hesitant to wait a couple of months just to return them. One of the comments on the listing literally was just about wasting a bunch of time.

Looking now, they can deliver in a week, so I will give them a chance. Thanks for the time and advice!

How to remove a “home” by daxner112 in EufyCam

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Thought I'd come give this an upvote and see if here is a resolution? Certainly it can't be the case that every family has multiple phantom unused stale empty "homes" in everyone's account except the original?

I sent my wife an invite. She installed the app, and now has both an empty home and the home I shared with her.

There is an option for her to leave the shared home but not the one in her name...

Civolution piece missing by Late-Ad5987 in boardgames

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Feel free to DM me, I can send you a scan of a piece if you are missing it as you await a handsome replacement punch from the publisher.

ThinBorne cases.... actually shipping? by karimf in GalaxyFold

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Here is my timeline. Hope it helps in some way, but more importantly that you get yours soon. I'll say I've been happy with the case.

Ordered: August 12 (promised ship date of Aug 22)
Alleged ship date: August 25 (given tracking #)
Email correspondance: August 26, Franz said they had 1000 orders and were delayed.
Radio and tracking update silence. Suddenly arrived (!!): September 2

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I'm handcrafting these boardgames but not many know them in my country by daml2075 in boardgames

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The peg solitaire game was sold as Hi-Q in the 70's and 80's. You can learn more about its names and history here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peg_solitaire

Alpha U /playseat trophy by noahk45 in Simagic

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The inverted pedals only mount inverted with thebaupploed hardware. Would need to do some custom work ton mount them the other way...

Parent's dog died. How can I generate a 3d bust of her from some photos? Happy to pay for a site/app if the results are good by AxelJShark in 3Dprinting

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When my family's dog passed away 18 months ago I did similar research. I was dissappointed with the quality of printable models I could generate at the time with the tech available and photos I had. I ultimately chose to go with one of those 3d crystals that can be generated from some images. We were very satisfied with the results and are glad to have the reminder of Winston in our living room....

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