Actually "Made in West-Germany" wasn't established until 1973. It was introduced by the Federal Court of Justice (which was in West-Germany) to distinguish between the two german states. So you propably know where that came from: There were several people and companies in west-Germany afraid that the GDR would ruin the Made in Germany nimbus with cheaply made stuff... The status "Made in Germany" is actually defined by several court rulings. For example a ruling from the year 1995, the Oberlandesgericht (Higher state court) in Stuttgart ruled that the term Made in Germany is misleading according to Germany's Fair Trades Act when the largest part is not German raw materials or German craftsmanship. Take a look at that: www.amazon.de/87-250-Hochleistungs-Wasserpumpenzange-Schnelleinstellung-Mehrkomponenten-Griffh%C3%BCllen/dp/B0001P0CKC/ref=sr_1_2?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=knipex+cobra+250&qid=1558729025&s=gateway&sr=8-2 That are 25.65 US$ by todays exchange rate, 19% value added tax already included in that price. And now take a look at that, the Channellocks are actually more expensive here in Germany than the Knipex: www.amazon.de/Channellock-430-Pliers/dp/B00002N5JF/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=channellock+430&qid=1558729183&refinements=p_76%3A419122031&rnid=419121031&rps=1&s=gateway&sr=8-1 And that other tool, we call it a "frenchman" is still in production in some companies. The latest version looks like that: upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f4/Franz_Werkz.jpg And in Germany the road sign for breakdown service is: upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f4/Franz_Werkz.jpg And one hint if you have to use this tool and want to apply a higher torque: Insert a nut of the same size on the other side of the wrench. This will prevent that the jaws tilt. As far as I've seen the tool for the removal of ferrules was made by Rothenberger. Rothenberger is a german company specialized in manufacturing tools for piping, so that gave me a hint into that direction. At first I thought it could be a nutbuster or something like that, but the name of the manufacturer told me that it must be something for pipe work. It's a family owned company too, founded in 1949. They have a subsidary in the US (Rothenberger USA) and have a joint venture with Greenlee/Textron.
@@rickt.1870 It's the same thing almost everywhere. Poiliticians talking about things they don't understand, for example modern technologies and "industry 4.0". The thing with the globalists here is already dead. At the time you were here several companies went over to China, and actually some years ago they came back. Their manufacturing costs were lower but the costs for warranties and repairs raised massively. For example forklift manufacturer Still, model railroad manufacturer Märklin. Märklin had a problem with zinc pest. A problem which was solved here in the 1970s, and is caused by contaminations of the alloy. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zinc_pest
Dunno if you guys cares but if you are stoned like me during the covid times you can watch all of the new series on InstaFlixxer. Been binge watching with my girlfriend during the lockdown =)
Beautiful Peugeot wrench! Peugeot made their first car in 1889, and before that , bicycles. I would personally just clean and lubricate this one, and maybe wax the wood,without removing any finish. And by the way, you said "beautiful" 41 times!
What a coincidence... when you showed the saw set i was totally amazed. Just today i looked into my late fathers tool box and found just my fathers saw set just like that one. Thank you scoutcrafter and thank you Ben
Wow, Ben thanks for being so kind like that, and we all benefited. John thanks for the plug, and those pliers are sweet! On the double head wrench.. if it was one I was keeping for a wall hanger because of rarity and coolness level - take it apart if possible,, clean take care of rust, and try to keep any original paint, japanning, ect.. wood finish. If in real bad shape I do repaint or refinish. I also like to keep the bang, "scars" of use with some of those to give honor and respect for the work done with the tool.... really depends on how you are displaying it too. To show as a history "relic" in used condition.. or part of a display of original looking tools? All good though. Love the video!
🇬🇧 Very much appreciated, informative and entertaining as always. Great Mish Mosh Monday series, please keep them coming. Stunning Cardinal in the rain was a great surprise... (I wish we had them over here). Thanks again for all your hard work.
Thanks for the mention Scoutcrafter 👍 I was so involved looking at all the wonderful tools I didn't really notice how many times you said beautiful so I'll guess at 20. I picked up some hog ring pliers last year at the boot sale just like those. Of course I'm going to have to do a video on the Abingdon war finish wrench now 😁
Another excellent vid my friend!! That was very honorable of Ben to send you such nice tools, and that adjustable wrench is absolutely “beautiful.” While I must say I was too focused on the tools to notice how many times you said “beautiful” my guess is 36. Lastly, I think I’d leave the wrench as-is. I think the tool has to speak to you personally; meaning you will know when or when not to restore a tool. It’s hard for outsiders to make that call, as everyone has their own level of interest. You know me, I love restoring vintage tools, but that one told me to honor the wear and patina as a badge of honor!
I didn't count the times you said beautiful because I was too distracted looking at all of the beautiful tools. I had never seen a tool that removed the compression fitting from a pipe until now so I am glad Ben sent it to you. Thanks for sharing this, it was a great tutorial.
Thanks John and Ben the tools were awesome. Ben thank you for showing tool collections after worth the time this side of the pond too. All the best from Yorkshire.
Thank you Ben. You said beautiful 37 times, I am guessing. As far as finish on the old wrench, I believe in bringing it back to factory condition as long as I do not compromise or change the tool. Great video as usual. Thanks
I think it all depends on the age, value, and condition of a tool. With a lot of my hand planes if it’s got at least 75% of the original japaning I just remove rust and get it back to working condition. But it’s truly up to the person that owns the tool to make that call. Oh and you said BEAUTIFUL 37 times
Great assortment of tools ScoutCrafter!! That Peugeot is a nice old tool, I would leave it as is. It's earned it. Hope you have a nice Memorial Day. We're looking at a nice weekend.
Beautiful video and can’t wait to see some of those beautiful tools restored! Your channel is the best and I have not seen any of your restorations that were not beautiful . I guess 30. Great job Scout!
I'm going to guess two dozen, 24. I'm the same way when it comes to storms. I love when you can feel one in the air. Great video and have a fantastic holiday weekend!
Rain showers are the best. That is very awesome of Ben these are awesome tools. And that is a very pretty red bird. Have a great weekend scout! See you on Mish mosh Monday :D
thanks ben 👍😁 what a generous guy. bench wiring brushing the french wrench aslong as you werent too aggressive. light wire brushing can maintain patina but still get rid of surface oxidation.
Scout, you are absolutely correct about the stuff coming out of Taiwan today. The Tekton sockets and ratchets I've bought recently have excellent finish and really gorgeous chrome. It makes me sad when I put them in my toolbox alongside my vintage Craftsman tools and see how they put the Craftsman stuff to shame.
Hi Gerald! The older craftsman are super strong and will last a lifetime... I'm happy with much of the Taiwanese tooling these days as they are really putting quality first! Thanks!!!!!!!
Hi scout , thanks for another great video, nice selection of tool's you had sent ,interesting. I got the olive remover straight away as I have one similar.smaller hog ring pliers are used in the upholstery of car seats to hold the cover onto the frame. Realy liked the tyre lever , that looks like it has some age to it?.As for the Peugeot wrench I would air on the side of caution ,and keep it as it is ,it shows some great patina and age . Someone would love to put that in a vintage mechanics kit. As for Beautiful ' ,everything you show us is just that,can't get enough .So I lost count,Ha Ha. Thanks to Ben, and best wishes. Stuart.
YAY Ben and I missed the ferrule cutter but got the saw set. I guess that came from hanging around Sneelock Acres so much. And a shiny Snap-on ANYTHING would scare me to death. I just had a phillips screwdriver and a 9/16 combo. The screwdriver is gone and I kept the 9/16 for setting up truck brake slack adjusters when I was driving but it now resides in my tool tote. But they were both given to me. I still like my Crescent tools. Thanks CS and happy rain storm!
Lol...i am gonna guess 17 times. With regard to the last wrench, restore that sucker, it would be a real treat to know what it looked like brand new. Great episode! Cheers
We had that weather yesterday =) I enjoy it also. FH80 the top of the line ratchet! I love those dual 80 series ratchets and you'll see exactly what I mean once you get used to that ratchet you'll want one in every drive! Ben sure does have some good taste! Hey Ben stop by my channel if you see this!
Sending Snap On to the States is like sending ice to Eskimos and who the hell gives away Knipex tools. OMG John that is always my biggest decision when restoring. How far do you go? Sometimes I agonise so much I do nothing. Just beautiful! Cheers Stuart 🇦🇺
I have some older Knipex pliers and those are great, but actually they are much more crude than the new ones with big fat forging seems and all. The handles tend to come of as well, wich gives you real problems. I am guessing it at 19 times. Beautiful!
That tire iron looks like it would work very well. Beautiful design. Tire spoons are a tool you really want to be of top quality. My dad has some harbor freight spoons, they're huge, way to thick to work well, and bent. His primary set of spoons, Honda motorcycle spoons, are way thinner, get used on the same truck tires, and yet are straight as an arrow after many years of use. Harbor freight makes some good tools, tire spoons are not one of them.
LOL! You are so right! It all has to do with the right steel and temper! Lots of times China will make tools that look great but are made of the wrong metal or tempered incorrectly... I am not sure if it is done on purpose or they just are messing with us! LOL Thanks!!!!!!!!
No going back, 32 times. Love the smell of ozone after a lightning storm. We call them compression rings or Ferrules gotta get me one of them! Have a wonderful weekend SC🗜
Funny you mention thunder shower because this is the first day in three days I didnt have to use a boat to get out of the house. lol I have never seen one of those tools to set saw blades with or the farell splitter. I have a few sizes of knipex I like them a lot. They dont have the parrot head on them but they are nice. You always come up with something I have never seen and I like that.
Don't get ME started about the weather John L.O.L. ......Here in ChicagoLand , it has rained 4 of every 7 days for the last 2 months ! It sucks for Midwest crops ! I Love Tomatos , and Corn , but it looks like I'll be paying high prices for them , and getting them latter this summer ! Enough obout my big belly ! Awesome tools you got from your friends , Thanks for sharing them !
Hi Dave!!!!! The Wet weather has been non stop here too! I do enjoy rain though... It's funny how it will help some crops and hurt others... Thanks so much!!!!!!!!
..another vid on antique and unusual tools, great..i've seen a lot of these old tools when i was a kid, but i never knew what they were used for..good info. thank you..
Pure guess: five times. Of the mystery tools I only got one, the tire spoon. I've never used one, always grabbed a big screwdriver for bicycle tires. With all the flats I've gotten I must have seen one at a shop. - Kathie
I really like that adjustable wrench as-is. It's a beautiful historical example, and it tells a story about how it was. I'd go for preservation over refurbishment or even more mild restoration. I think a modern version with a locking mechanism would be pretty cool! It's interesting to see what tools became popular versus not, and which ones are still made today. As to the Knipex Raptor, I've seen reviews that say that it does not seem to work the same at all bolt head sizes, limiting its use. You might want to try it at some different sizes and see if you get as good results as at the size you did it. I think the coolest Knipex pliers looks-wise are the Craftsman Pro Cobra rebrands, with the smooth black handles with red accents. They feel nice, and look amazing. Second to that, the Cobras have a chrome option, which is also pretty cool (looks-wise, the red dipped handles, and the chrome heads are a great combo too). All the Knipex pliers show interesting forge-marks, and they manage to make them have an amazing look and feel with that.
Hi Michael- I recently acquired another wrench and might restore that one... For a lot of people it's hard to adjust to seeing a Old wench shiny... It just seems out of place. However you have to remember these tools were all shiny when new!!!!! Great info on the Knipex! Thanks so much!
I'm guessing 7 times for the Beautifull :]...I have a few saw sets...but not sure how to properly use them as of yet..great vid ..great tools.. Thumbs up!!
The saw set is missing a cranked adjustable stop that fits in the knurled knob to limit the depth of blade penetration, mating to the graduation marks on the jaw. I have a couple, slightly different styles.
About that peugeot wrench...I would just use some light polish compound to clean it and just dip handle to rest in some olive oill...Its a part of the history,i would respect it....Great video as usualy and greetings from Serbia....
That Peugeot wrench looks like it is in outstanding shape for its age. It's not really a tool you would use - more of a conversation/display piece. The most I would do with it is clean off the old lube and replace it with something I trust the quality of, and coat the metal with oil or wax to resist any future rust. More of a conservation than a restoration. My two cents.
32 without going back over. I'm a sparky by trade. Only ever brought knipex insulated cutters and pliers. Buy once and buy quality. I'm 47 and there still going strong.
ScoutCrafter I can see why. With knipex I like the blue and red handle line they do. All line up in my bott tool chest draws. Keep doing the great videos.
Its a french tyre company . A big company in europe. They have also a famous guide for restaurants and so the give stars on the restaurants. The sell very good roadmaps .
Very good tool post. I do enjoy quessing games, it was funny because I noticed U were saying BEAUTIFUL more than normal, I thought. ha ha .There were 9 tools so I will quess 8 times U said BEAUTIFUL .Also I think U should make a MUSEUM BOARD, USING A 1/2" plywood 4' x 4' hung on wall to display the olde tools U have like that 1880s adjustable wrench & other old and very rare ,odd tools. Good olde things belong in MUSEUMS.I first quessed 10 , but changed it to 8 . Cheers !
Just got in from a vacation to Brazil. Would leave to wrench alone. Some things don’t need any help. If it was in a sad state then by all means take of it. Missed you when I was gone! 😋
Hi John thanks for the video you’re so right about the King Dick horrible finish if you have the time definitely take the grime off the wrench I think it will come up a treat would be nice to see 😀
Beautiful: 42 times (after all its the answer to life the universe and everything). That Peugeot Brothers wrench is amazing. I like how they made the head taper around the bolt also. Polish it? I say if restoration of the original finish is possible, then you are just cleaning away old grime. How many antique cars still have the "historic" road dust/mud/muck from every trip left on them? Restoration of an item in which the original factory finish is impossible to regain will change the item into something it never was...which is why coin collectors do not value polished coins. Polished ones stick out like a sore thumb when seen with an original.
I think you should leave the wrench, as is, since it is so unique (and not rusted). I feel like you said beautiful 11 times. Have a great Memorial Day! Semper Fi. ~Jeff
Very kewl of Ben.kewl tools.lol no I don't know any of them u know alot about tools.The bike tube tire tool was real neat The old wrench I would leave it as is I think it looks great older u should hang it in ur shop.
ps. Maybe a clean and gentle metal buff for the Peugeot wrench...little bit of care added won't diminish the inherent appeal or value. yet rather would enhance and improve...
Beautiful video. Very Beautiful :) I own 2 Knipex Cobras and love them. Would have never paid regular price but caught them at Menard's on clearance and with a rebate. That got them in the sub Channel Lock price so I grabbed them. I love Channel Lock but as you said it is apples and oranges comparing them to Knipex. I am glad CL makes fine American apples but I would become a connoisseur of German Oranges if I found 'em at the right price. Do you ever use your tools on anything other than more tools? :) BTW Menards has made it to the PA border. Won't be long until the invade PA. I don't know if they will take over NY or not. I think you would like them.
Menards in NY would be awesome as well as blains farm and fleet and fleet farm. And your apples to oranges analogy is perfect. Spot on. Just beautiful!!
PEUGEOT was famous as a bicycle manufacturer in the 19th Century....Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend, and remember that we are standing on the shoulders of Giants! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🌭🍺
I did ask myself at one point "boy he sure is saying 'beautiful' a lot". No idea how many times. I'd love to see you restore the tire spoon to a ScoutCrafter shine.
Actually "Made in West-Germany" wasn't established until 1973. It was introduced by the Federal Court of Justice (which was in West-Germany) to distinguish between the two german states. So you propably know where that came from: There were several people and companies in west-Germany afraid that the GDR would ruin the Made in Germany nimbus with cheaply made stuff...
The status "Made in Germany" is actually defined by several court rulings. For example a ruling from the year 1995, the Oberlandesgericht (Higher state court) in Stuttgart ruled that the term Made in Germany is misleading according to Germany's Fair Trades Act when the largest part is not German raw materials or German craftsmanship.
Take a look at that:
www.amazon.de/87-250-Hochleistungs-Wasserpumpenzange-Schnelleinstellung-Mehrkomponenten-Griffh%C3%BCllen/dp/B0001P0CKC/ref=sr_1_2?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=knipex+cobra+250&qid=1558729025&s=gateway&sr=8-2
That are 25.65 US$ by todays exchange rate, 19% value added tax already included in that price. And now take a look at that, the Channellocks are actually more expensive here in Germany than the Knipex:
www.amazon.de/Channellock-430-Pliers/dp/B00002N5JF/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=channellock+430&qid=1558729183&refinements=p_76%3A419122031&rnid=419121031&rps=1&s=gateway&sr=8-1
And that other tool, we call it a "frenchman" is still in production in some companies. The latest version looks like that:
upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f4/Franz_Werkz.jpg
And in Germany the road sign for breakdown service is:
upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/f/f4/Franz_Werkz.jpg
And one hint if you have to use this tool and want to apply a higher torque: Insert a nut of the same size on the other side of the wrench. This will prevent that the jaws tilt.
As far as I've seen the tool for the removal of ferrules was made by Rothenberger. Rothenberger is a german company specialized in manufacturing tools for piping, so that gave me a hint into that direction. At first I thought it could be a nutbuster or something like that, but the name of the manufacturer told me that it must be something for pipe work. It's a family owned company too, founded in 1949. They have a subsidary in the US (Rothenberger USA) and have a joint venture with Greenlee/Textron.
Marcel- Your comments are always a wealth of incredible information!!! Thanks so much!!!!!!!
@@rickt.1870 It's the same thing almost everywhere. Poiliticians talking about things they don't understand, for example modern technologies and "industry 4.0". The thing with the globalists here is already dead. At the time you were here several companies went over to China, and actually some years ago they came back. Their manufacturing costs were lower but the costs for warranties and repairs raised massively. For example forklift manufacturer Still, model railroad manufacturer Märklin. Märklin had a problem with zinc pest. A problem which was solved here in the 1970s, and is caused by contaminations of the alloy.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zinc_pest
Dunno if you guys cares but if you are stoned like me during the covid times you can watch all of the new series on InstaFlixxer. Been binge watching with my girlfriend during the lockdown =)
@Zaire Callan definitely, been watching on InstaFlixxer for since november myself =)
Your a lucky man John. Your viewers think very highly of you. And you deserve it.
Beautiful Peugeot wrench! Peugeot made their first car in 1889, and before that , bicycles. I would personally just clean and lubricate this one, and maybe wax the wood,without removing any finish.
And by the way, you said "beautiful" 41 times!
What a coincidence... when you showed the saw set i was totally amazed. Just today i looked into my late fathers tool box and found just my fathers saw set just like that one. Thank you scoutcrafter and thank you Ben
Wow! That is the prettiest saw-set I ever saw! Thanks!!!!!!
Wow, Ben thanks for being so kind like that, and we all benefited. John thanks for the plug, and those pliers are sweet! On the double head wrench.. if it was one I was keeping for a wall hanger because of rarity and coolness level - take it apart if possible,, clean take care of rust, and try to keep any original paint, japanning, ect.. wood finish. If in real bad shape I do repaint or refinish. I also like to keep the bang, "scars" of use with some of those to give honor and respect for the work done with the tool.... really depends on how you are displaying it too. To show as a history "relic" in used condition.. or part of a display of original looking tools? All good though. Love the video!
Thanks Todd!!!!!!!!!!
Great job! I love that hand vise/wrench. The double left-hand/right-hand thread reminds me of a turnbuckle!
🇬🇧 Very much appreciated, informative and entertaining as always. Great Mish Mosh Monday series, please keep them coming. Stunning Cardinal in the rain was a great surprise... (I wish we had them over here). Thanks again for all your hard work.
Hi Keith! Something about a Cardinal that just makes you feel wonderful! Thanks!!!!!!!
Thanks for the mention Scoutcrafter 👍 I was so involved looking at all the wonderful tools I didn't really notice how many times you said beautiful so I'll guess at 20. I picked up some hog ring pliers last year at the boot sale just like those. Of course I'm going to have to do a video on the Abingdon war finish wrench now 😁
Hi Nash! The King Dick tools look like they were ALL war finish! LOL!! Thanks so much!!!!!!
What a fantastic video and we are all indented to Ben for supplying these BEAUTIFUL tools!.
Another excellent vid my friend!! That was very honorable of Ben to send you such nice tools, and that adjustable wrench is absolutely “beautiful.” While I must say I was too focused on the tools to notice how many times you said “beautiful” my guess is 36. Lastly, I think I’d leave the wrench as-is. I think the tool has to speak to you personally; meaning you will know when or when not to restore a tool. It’s hard for outsiders to make that call, as everyone has their own level of interest. You know me, I love restoring vintage tools, but that one told me to honor the wear and patina as a badge of honor!
Midwest Tool Review Thanks James!!!!!
I never heard of a saw set. I learn something from every one of your videos. Thank you.
I didn't count the times you said beautiful because I was too distracted looking at all of the beautiful tools. I had never seen a tool that removed the compression fitting from a pipe until now so I am glad Ben sent it to you. Thanks for sharing this, it was a great tutorial.
Hi John! How cool is that tool!?!?! Awesome! Thanks John!
Thanks John and Ben the tools were awesome. Ben thank you for showing tool collections after worth the time this side of the pond too. All the best from Yorkshire.
THANK YOU...for sharing. Very nice gift of tools from Ben.
Thank you Ben. You said beautiful 37 times, I am guessing. As far as finish on the old wrench, I believe in bringing it back to factory condition as long as I do not compromise or change the tool. Great video as usual. Thanks
Hi Tony!!!! =) Thanks so much!
I think it all depends on the age, value, and condition of a tool. With a lot of my hand planes if it’s got at least 75% of the original japaning I just remove rust and get it back to working condition. But it’s truly up to the person that owns the tool to make that call. Oh and you said BEAUTIFUL 37 times
Thanks Brad!!!!!!!!!!!
Beautiful video! Beautiful cardinal in the beginning! Beautiful Peugeot wrench! I'm guessing 23 beautifuls!
Now on that 1800's wrench, I gotta agree with the Patina lovers......gotta leave it like it is! Good stuff, John.
I'll go against the crowd and say I'd like to see it restored.....I've seen enough old weathered tools, I like to see what they were like new.
Great assortment of tools ScoutCrafter!! That Peugeot is a nice old tool, I would leave it as is. It's earned it. Hope you have a nice Memorial Day. We're looking at a nice weekend.
Hi Steve!!! It will be a nice holiday for many!!! Thanks!!!!!!!!
Beautiful video and can’t wait to see some of those beautiful tools restored! Your channel is the best and I have not seen any of your restorations that were not beautiful . I guess 30. Great job Scout!
Wow! Stan thank you so much!!!!!!!
Great video. So after a few decades in the pipe trades I knew of the ferrule spliter. Awesome
Hi Terry!!! What a great tool!!!! You are one of the few! Thanks!
Always interesting and informative content. Thank you. These videos are so well made. You are a great craftsman in many respects.
I'm going to guess two dozen, 24. I'm the same way when it comes to storms. I love when you can feel one in the air. Great video and have a fantastic holiday weekend!
Rain showers are the best. That is very awesome of Ben these are awesome tools. And that is a very pretty red bird. Have a great weekend scout! See you on Mish mosh Monday :D
Awesome video. Love the history on tools. Ya know when you see a red bird it's your angel visiting you.
Hi William.. That Cardinal and his beautiful mate live here year round and is such a joy to watch! =) Thanks!!!!!!!
thanks ben 👍😁 what a generous guy.
bench wiring brushing the french wrench aslong as you werent too aggressive. light wire brushing can maintain patina but still get rid of surface oxidation.
im gonna guess 20 too haha
@@TrollBenable Hi Joe!!!! Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!
Nice video. I would leave that tool just the way it is, it's in perfect condition
Scout, you are absolutely correct about the stuff coming out of Taiwan today. The Tekton sockets and ratchets I've bought recently have excellent finish and really gorgeous chrome. It makes me sad when I put them in my toolbox alongside my vintage Craftsman tools and see how they put the Craftsman stuff to shame.
Hi Gerald! The older craftsman are super strong and will last a lifetime... I'm happy with much of the Taiwanese tooling these days as they are really putting quality first! Thanks!!!!!!!
I wouldn't take that wrench much farther. I'd definitely leave the handle alone. 36 beautifuls. Thanks for the video
Hi scout , thanks for another great video, nice selection of tool's you had sent ,interesting. I got the olive remover straight away as I have one similar.smaller hog ring pliers are used in the upholstery of car seats to hold the cover onto the frame. Realy liked the tyre lever , that looks like it has some age to it?.As for the Peugeot wrench I would air on the side of caution ,and keep it as it is ,it shows some great patina and age . Someone would love to put that in a vintage mechanics kit. As for Beautiful ' ,everything you show us is just that,can't get enough .So I lost count,Ha Ha. Thanks to Ben, and best wishes. Stuart.
Thanks Stuart!!!!!!
Beautiful Bonsai at the end.
Hi Mike! That is Ben's Garden! How nice is that! Thanks!!!!!!!!
YAY Ben and I missed the ferrule cutter but got the saw set. I guess that came from hanging around Sneelock Acres so much. And a shiny Snap-on ANYTHING would scare me to death. I just had a phillips screwdriver and a 9/16 combo. The screwdriver is gone and I kept the 9/16 for setting up truck brake slack adjusters when I was driving but it now resides in my tool tote. But they were both given to me. I still like my Crescent tools. Thanks CS and happy rain storm!
Lewie, you and I are much alike! I have very little Snap-On because the fear of losing it or scratching it... Lol. We are just simple folk! 😃👍
@@ScoutCrafter That we are!!!
I’m a Brit living in Bulgaria and we still use the saw set here, I had to buy a new one this year exactly the same as the one you have.
Lol...i am gonna guess 17 times. With regard to the last wrench, restore that sucker, it would be a real treat to know what it looked like brand new. Great episode! Cheers
Thanks JOE!!!!!!!
I would leave the Peugeot tool as it is. Maybe just some cleaning & protecting.
We had that weather yesterday =) I enjoy it also. FH80 the top of the line ratchet! I love those dual 80 series ratchets and you'll see exactly what I mean once you get used to that ratchet you'll want one in every drive! Ben sure does have some good taste! Hey Ben stop by my channel if you see this!
LOL!!!!!!!!!
Great video. I don't know how I missed this one.
Sending Snap On to the States is like sending ice to Eskimos and who the hell gives away Knipex tools.
OMG John that is always my biggest decision when restoring. How far do you go? Sometimes I agonise so much I do nothing.
Just beautiful! Cheers Stuart 🇦🇺
LOL!!!!!!! Thanks Stuart!!!!!!!
28 counting your explanation. Great stuff! I would just semi restore the 100 yr old wrench. But love the knipex tools.
Hi Bernie! Knipex really puts quality first!!!!
John, I believe on the tire spoon, where it says "montage" it means mount, and "demontage" means dismount.
Thanks Jim!
I have some older Knipex pliers and those are great, but actually they are much more crude than the new ones with big fat forging seems and all. The handles tend to come of as well, wich gives you real problems.
I am guessing it at 19 times. Beautiful!
That tire iron looks like it would work very well. Beautiful design. Tire spoons are a tool you really want to be of top quality. My dad has some harbor freight spoons, they're huge, way to thick to work well, and bent. His primary set of spoons, Honda motorcycle spoons, are way thinner, get used on the same truck tires, and yet are straight as an arrow after many years of use. Harbor freight makes some good tools, tire spoons are not one of them.
LOL! You are so right! It all has to do with the right steel and temper! Lots of times China will make tools that look great but are made of the wrong metal or tempered incorrectly... I am not sure if it is done on purpose or they just are messing with us! LOL Thanks!!!!!!!!
No going back, 32 times. Love the smell of ozone after a lightning storm. We call them compression rings or Ferrules gotta get me one of them! Have a wonderful weekend SC🗜
The old wrench is beautiful as is. I'd leave the patina :-)
Funny you mention thunder shower because this is the first day in three days I didnt have to use a boat to get out of the house. lol I have never seen one of those tools to set saw blades with or the farell splitter. I have a few sizes of knipex I like them a lot. They dont have the parrot head on them but they are nice. You always come up with something I have never seen and I like that.
This has been a WET spring for sure! I think that is a good thing! Thanks!!!!!!!
Don't get ME started about the weather John L.O.L. ......Here in ChicagoLand , it has rained 4 of every 7 days for the last 2 months ! It sucks for Midwest crops ! I Love Tomatos , and Corn , but it looks like I'll be paying high prices for them , and getting them latter this summer ! Enough obout my big belly !
Awesome tools you got from your friends , Thanks for sharing them !
Hi Dave!!!!! The Wet weather has been non stop here too! I do enjoy rain though... It's funny how it will help some crops and hurt others... Thanks so much!!!!!!!!
..another vid on antique and unusual tools, great..i've seen a lot of these old tools when i was a kid, but i never knew what they were used for..good info. thank you..
Leave it like it is a neat piece of history
I have the knipex water pump grips exactly like them and they are the best tool in my bag
John, Your friend Ben is a very generous man, a rare quality today .
Hi Dean! He has a beautiful wife and 5 year old son, he is living the dream!!!!! Thanks so much!!!!!!
Pure guess: five times. Of the mystery tools I only got one, the tire spoon. I've never used one, always grabbed a big screwdriver for bicycle tires. With all the flats I've gotten I must have seen one at a shop. - Kathie
Hi Kathie! LOL 5! =D Tire spoons are such a great tool!!!!! Thanks!!!!!
I’m guessing 42 times. You should definitely clean up the old adjustable 😀👍
Awesome didn't know they had anything like that thanks Scout
I really like that adjustable wrench as-is. It's a beautiful historical example, and it tells a story about how it was. I'd go for preservation over refurbishment or even more mild restoration. I think a modern version with a locking mechanism would be pretty cool! It's interesting to see what tools became popular versus not, and which ones are still made today. As to the Knipex Raptor, I've seen reviews that say that it does not seem to work the same at all bolt head sizes, limiting its use. You might want to try it at some different sizes and see if you get as good results as at the size you did it. I think the coolest Knipex pliers looks-wise are the Craftsman Pro Cobra rebrands, with the smooth black handles with red accents. They feel nice, and look amazing. Second to that, the Cobras have a chrome option, which is also pretty cool (looks-wise, the red dipped handles, and the chrome heads are a great combo too). All the Knipex pliers show interesting forge-marks, and they manage to make them have an amazing look and feel with that.
Hi Michael- I recently acquired another wrench and might restore that one... For a lot of people it's hard to adjust to seeing a Old wench shiny... It just seems out of place. However you have to remember these tools were all shiny when new!!!!! Great info on the Knipex! Thanks so much!
Good stuff John.. I'm enjoying my second glass of Shiraz in the garden whilst watching this.. Have a great weekend. We're off to Ireland on Monday👍🏻😀
Hi Tony! This is really a great time of year! Enjoy your trip!!!
ELP sang “What a Lucky he was”. I guess that is you, what a gorgeous bunch of tools.
I'm guessing 7 times for the Beautifull :]...I have a few saw sets...but not sure how to properly use them as of yet..great vid ..great tools.. Thumbs up!!
The saw set is missing a cranked adjustable stop that fits in the knurled knob to limit the depth of blade penetration, mating to the graduation marks on the jaw. I have a couple, slightly different styles.
I'm guessing about 35 times because all the tools were beautiful 🤣. God bless you family and friends.
Have a great weekend Reynaldo!!!!
@@ScoutCrafter AMEN same to you and family.
Michelin are based in Clermont Ferrand in the Auvergne south of France on the edge of the Central Massif. Beautiful area.
I'm gonna say 11, just because it was the second number that popped in my head. Great video, an awesome gift from Ben!!
Very interesting video, thank you for sharing! 👍 👍
Thanks Bert!!!!
About that peugeot wrench...I would just use some light polish compound to clean it and just dip handle to rest in some olive oill...Its a part of the history,i would respect it....Great video as usualy and greetings from Serbia....
Thanks Ben! Sounds like an awesome person.
Hi Jesse! Yes he is a great guy! Thanks so much!!!!!
Nice stuff. I need a saw set but haven't seen one available. Knipex is the absolute best! Edit: don't mess with the last tool!
That Peugeot wrench looks like it is in outstanding shape for its age. It's not really a tool you would use - more of a conversation/display piece. The most I would do with it is clean off the old lube and replace it with something I trust the quality of, and coat the metal with oil or wax to resist any future rust. More of a conservation than a restoration. My two cents.
Thanks N!!!!!!!!
Just cleaned that old grease and reapply new grease. It's just perfect the way it is.
Good to see you your a good mechanic 👍😊.
Got a pretty place sir . nice job.
32 without going back over. I'm a sparky by trade. Only ever brought knipex insulated cutters and pliers. Buy once and buy quality. I'm 47 and there still going strong.
I also like Gedore!!!!
ScoutCrafter I can see why. With knipex I like the blue and red handle line they do. All line up in my bott tool chest draws. Keep doing the great videos.
Its a french tyre company . A big company in europe. They have also a famous guide for restaurants and so the give stars on the restaurants. The sell very good roadmaps .
Another beautiful video. Used google translate and found out Montage means mounting and demontage means disassemble.
AWESOME!!!!!! Thanks!!!
Awesome tools!
20 times lol Great Video as always! Thanks for sharing. Have a great evening.
Very good tool post. I do enjoy quessing games, it was funny because I noticed U were saying BEAUTIFUL more than normal, I thought. ha ha .There were 9 tools so I will quess 8 times U said BEAUTIFUL .Also I think U should make a MUSEUM BOARD, USING A 1/2" plywood 4' x 4' hung on wall to display the olde tools U have like that 1880s adjustable wrench & other old and very rare ,odd tools. Good olde things belong in MUSEUMS.I first quessed 10 , but changed it to 8 . Cheers !
Ron- I think I did it again with the beautiful on todays video! LOL
Just got in from a vacation to Brazil. Would leave to wrench alone. Some things don’t need any help. If it was in a sad state then by all means take of it. Missed you when I was gone! 😋
David Helmuth Welcome home my friend!!! 😃👍
John: I guess there are two types of compression ring removers, one will pull it off the end, while yours cuts it in two !!!!
Hi John thanks for the video you’re so right about the King Dick horrible finish if you have the time definitely take the grime off the wrench I think it will come up a treat would be nice to see 😀
Hi Ben!!!! Again from all of us, thanks so much! Your Shop is just amazing... You are living the life my friend! =)
Maybe when I get a lathe then I’ll be living the dream 🤩
PS my guess is 35 times
Hog ring pliers were used to put seat covers on the auto seats it went on the bottom of the seat cover and the wire seat frame
Yes! I got a pair from J.C. Whitney!!!!! =D
I guess 23. I think I would leave that old Frenchman alone. Maybe a good clean and oiling. Great video. 👍🏼
Take my chance, 35 times!! Cheers from México!!
Hi Jorge! Some of my favorite memories are from beautiful Ixtapa... =) Thanks!!!!!!!
Beautiful: 42 times (after all its the answer to life the universe and everything).
That Peugeot Brothers wrench is amazing. I like how they made the head taper around the bolt also. Polish it?
I say if restoration of the original finish is possible, then you are just cleaning away old grime. How many antique cars still have the "historic" road dust/mud/muck from every trip left on them?
Restoration of an item in which the original factory finish is impossible to regain will change the item into something it never was...which is why coin collectors do not value polished coins. Polished ones stick out like a sore thumb when seen with an original.
Hi Lee! You know that wrench would look out of this world all polished up.... =) Thanks!!!!!!!!!
Michelin is a French company. Good stuff thanks for the video. Demontage roughly translated means to dismantle I had to look that part up.
Thanks Cory! Makes sense!!!
Great vid
I think you should leave the wrench, as is, since it is so unique (and not rusted). I feel like you said beautiful 11 times. Have a great Memorial Day! Semper Fi. ~Jeff
Hi Jeff! Semper Fi my brother!
Thanks Ben!!!
Thank you Scout! And Ben !!!
Thanks great video and I think it comes down to personal taste .
Very kewl of Ben.kewl tools.lol no I don't know any of them u know alot about tools.The bike tube tire tool was real neat
The old wrench I would leave it as is I think it looks great older u should hang it in ur shop.
Thank you Ben and ScoutCrafter, very interesting - beautiful :-)
ps. Maybe a clean and gentle metal buff for the Peugeot wrench...little bit of care added won't diminish the inherent appeal or value. yet rather would enhance and improve...
Haha I can’t believe that was the restoration. You may have the next size down coming to you soon haha.
That heirloom wrench looks like it can tighten in the ID of something, with the tapered ends. I'd leave it as is.
Fit and finish and ergonomically designed unlike the blood blister pliers or razor sharp finishes.
Beautiful video.
Very Beautiful :)
I own 2 Knipex Cobras and love them.
Would have never paid regular price but caught them at Menard's on clearance and with a rebate.
That got them in the sub Channel Lock price so I grabbed them.
I love Channel Lock but as you said it is apples and oranges comparing them to Knipex.
I am glad CL makes fine American apples but I would become a connoisseur of German Oranges if I found 'em at the right price.
Do you ever use your tools on anything other than more tools?
:)
BTW Menards has made it to the PA border.
Won't be long until the invade PA.
I don't know if they will take over NY or not.
I think you would like them.
Menards in NY would be awesome as well as blains farm and fleet and fleet farm. And your apples to oranges analogy is perfect. Spot on. Just beautiful!!
PEUGEOT was famous as a bicycle manufacturer in the 19th Century....Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend, and remember that we are standing on the shoulders of Giants! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🌭🍺
You are so right Mike!!!!!!!
That old tool is a beauty! I say make it look new again. I bet it gets even smoother.
Hi Joe!!!!!! It is a beauty! Thanks!
I'd want two: oil one and maintain, and factory finish or better the second.
35 beautifuls .......beautiful job!
I did ask myself at one point "boy he sure is saying 'beautiful' a lot". No idea how many times.
I'd love to see you restore the tire spoon to a ScoutCrafter shine.
That recess around the lettering is begging for color!!!!!
Transparent red, please.