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[omegod]

Years ago someone brought me back some spanners from the States, King Dick they were called, no ideal were they were made or whether they still make them, but really good and strong. Downside was they weren't metric then, probably not an issue now, they still got used and abused though.

Bet it's all still 5/16 and other similar mind bending fractions..

Got a few imperial King Dick I'm selling with a job lot of old tools on the bay at the mo, never knew they were any good

[Sir Tigger KC]

Years ago someone brought me back some spanners from the States, King Dick they were called, no ideal were they were made or whether they still make them, but really good and strong. Downside was they weren't metric then, probably not an issue now, they still got used and abused though.

Bet it's all still 5/16 and other similar mind bending fractions..

I was thinking along the same lines as Webby and had a poke around the tool section in Lowe's (B&Q type place) the other day.  Too be honest I didn't think things were much cheaper than in Blighty and yes spanners and sockets are mostly imperial sizes. 

I know it's a bit gay but I'll replenish my wardrobe instead as clothes are much cheaper!

[Webby the Bear]

Years ago someone brought me back some spanners from the States, King Dick they were called, no ideal were they were made or whether they still make them, but really good and strong. Downside was they weren't metric then, probably not an issue now, they still got used and abused though.

Bet it's all still 5/16 and other similar mind bending fractions..

I was thinking along the same lines as Webby and had a poke around the tool section in Lowe's (B&Q type place) the other day.  Too be honest I didn't think things were much cheaper than in Blighty and yes spanners and sockets are mostly imperial sizes. 

I know it's a bit gay but I'll replenish my wardrobe instead as clothes are much cheaper!

Never thought I'd hear that on the Omega forum 

Good points made here.... as for weight, yeah I'm not planning to get a lot (if I find any I like)....just a few ratchets and maybe a 6 sided socket rail if I can find metric.

I don't see how theyd tax me if its in my main bag that goes on't plane. or as usual have I missed the point? 

re snap on. I haven't used a better make. everything is just nice to use but for the price not worth it.

I have heard of blue point. only used their ratchet spanners that I borrowed from one of the guys at the garage. no difference to my hellfrauds ratchet spanners imo

[omega2018]

why not get bahco stuff?  so good that snap on bought them out. their adjustable spanners are actually usable unlike most. (not that anyone should EVER use an adjustable spanner  )

[Phil L]

As you well know, I don't rate Snap-on based on the fact that they are over priced, there are manufacturers out there who are just as good (and better in many cases) for less money and with similar or better warranty.

I do have some snap-on tools but, there not my first choice.

Consequently, I would be advising to 'buy clever' over here rather than trying to save a few quid on 'a brand' and bring them back.

The only advantage Snap-on have is that they can be bought on the drip.

Can I ask what brand you'd recommend if not Snap-on.
Thanks

[Webby the Bear]

As you well know, I don't rate Snap-on based on the fact that they are over priced, there are manufacturers out there who are just as good (and better in many cases) for less money and with similar or better warranty.

I do have some snap-on tools but, there not my first choice.

Consequently, I would be advising to 'buy clever' over here rather than trying to save a few quid on 'a brand' and bring them back.

The only advantage Snap-on have is that they can be bought on the drip.

Can I ask what brand you'd recommend if not Snap-on.
Thanks

Isn't DTM a fan of king dick? 

[Kevin Wood]

Isn't DTM a fan of king dick? 

I could name a few members who are...

But I've used their stuff on a few jobs and they are good quality ime.

[Webby the Bear]

Isn't DTM a fan of king dick? 

I could name a few members who are...

But I've used their stuff on a few jobs and they are good quality ime.

 
On a serious note who on earth thought it was a good idea to give themselves that name
Lol

[Marks DTM Calib]

I really rate the Teng sockets as they are good quality and thin walled, easily as good as the snap on ones.

I have quite a bit of Britool stuff to which is good.

My only King Dick tools are pretty old Whitworth items but the quality is good.

[Viral_Jim]

I don't see how theyd tax me if its in my main bag that goes on't plane. or as usual have I missed the point?

When you come back through the airport, go through the green "nothing to declare channel" they then pull you over to one side, ask to go through your bags and check what you have vs the limits. Tools would fall under "other goods" so that's £390 max allowance per adult, so if theres a mrs Webby and adult Webby children they can carry too - just make sure to get different receipts.

If you want to gamble you can bring back what you like but anything over £390 you pay VAT and Import duty on ALL of it!