Game Changers - The successes and the flops?

[jeremy]

Varifocal contact lenses.

 

[LukeD]

The difference between twin blade and Metabo's triple blade is another huge step, with all but the tiniest amount of masonry going straight into the extractor.

Ive used a Metabo 3 blade Once .I dont really need one . But if I did....!! they are amazing .

 

[Rockingit]

Varifocal contact lenses.

I'm just about to start wearing those, how do you find them?

 

[DPG]

I'm just about to start wearing those, how do you find them?

There's a joke there somewhere!

 

[Moley]

As this is about successes and flops can I add a nomination for the biggest flops over the years - my wifes t1ts!

 

[jeremy]

I'm just about to start wearing those, how do you find them?

Properly life changing! If the rooms a bit dim, close up focus still isn't perfect, but in anything more than reasonable light, they're amazing. From wiring up small "D" plugs, to reading manufacturers instructions, (what are those?). No more glasses sliding down my nose!

 

[Rockingit]

There's a joke there somewhere!

I guess I walked into that

 

[Rockingit]

Properly life changing! If the rooms a bit dim, close up focus still isn't perfect, but in anything more than reasonable light, they're amazing. From wiring up small "D" plugs, to reading manufacturers instructions, (what are those?). No more glasses sliding down my nose!

I actually had the call from the Opticians earlier to say that they're in, so I'll know pdq. My presciption is a little odd, though and apparently right at the edge of the technology so it'll be interesting. I'm also still going to have 'over specs' for driving (so glasses and contacts at the same time) to do the final bit of correction that can't be done.

 

[nicebutdim]

I guess I walked into that

Someone will be along shortly with a joke about this comment, too...

 

[123]

The difference between twin blade and Metabo's triple blade is another huge step, with all but the tiniest amount of masonry going straight into the extractor.

Have you used one much? I find it messy as fcuk when starting the chase

 

[nicebutdim]

Have you used one much? I find it messy as fcuk when starting the chase

Not regularly, but have certainly put it through its paces on a few occasions. I don't find it any messier than a twin blade chaser when starting a chase. I line it up, get it up to speed, then get to full depth quickly.

I couldn't justify the expense of an auto-start extractor and use it with an old Henry which seems to keep mess to a minimum, although one full length chase pretty much fills a bag. No visible dust and only a small amount of debris on the floor.

 

[xmetal]

For me it's Li-ion powered tools. I still remember Ni-cad and NiMh drills that had generally gone flat when you wanted to use them. I still have my rawl plugging tool and brace and bit drill but it has been a long time since I used them. Any one still use their 'Yankee' screwdriver?

 

[DPG]

For me it's Li-ion powered tools. I still remember Ni-cad and NiMh drills that had generally gone flat when you wanted to use them. I still have my rawl plugging tool and brace and bit drill but it has been a long time since I used them. Any one still use their 'Yankee' screwdriver?

Definitely. I used to hate nicad batteries with a passion. The worst of all battery chemistries to charge and look after.

I still like using my dad's old Yankee screwdriver. Especially for shelf brackets because it's long enough to reach the screws and still keep straight.

 

[xmetal]

I still like using my dad's old Yankee screwdriver. Especially for shelf brackets because it's long enough to reach the screws and still keep straight.

Ironically that's the last thing I used mine for and for the same reason.

 

[SparkySy]

Yep still got my Yankee screwdrivers a short and long one, I even have a 1/4 inch adaptor for them so I can use normal bits in them! Last time I used them was well over a year ago though and the long one slipped and gave me a lovely Yankee cut on my palm
I'll stick to the impact driver and a long bit, till the next time I'm feeling nostalgic!
Sy