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Vallorbe files i like yeah
Smaller hacksaws, sometimes called junior hacksaws, are a bit awkward to use unless you have tiny hands, might as well get a big one. Just makes jobs go faster, ive never needed a small one.
A decent drill bit set is pretty handy, shit bits are not super fun to use. As long as its not the cheapest one itll probably be alright.
For vices id suggest getting something on ebay. Ive bought quite a few old slightly banged up Vices on ebay and you just de rust a bit and maybe some painting and its good to go, and you dont need to spend that much. Usually theyre better build quality as well if theyre a bit older.
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A dremel type thing would get you 90% there.
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I’ve been very happy using DeWalt Extreme II bits in my metal workshop for years. You can’t enlarge holes with them, but that’s a quick way to ruin bits anyway. Best thing is never need to pilot hole.
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Hey lufguss, could you help me choose decent tools for metalworking ?
Some important details :
Here’s what I need:
1°) Files: I was planning to buy a round one (ref 704926), a small flat one (ref 705040) and a big flat one (ref 705192). Glardon/Vallorbe was recommended by some framebuilders I talked with.
2°) Metal saw: Do I have to go with the big ones if it’s mostly for small jobs (fender/rack struts, cutting aluminium plates or steel brackets), or are there way smaller one that’ll do just fine ?
3°) Metal drill bits: I have a Bosch GSB 18V-55 drill. Should I go for Bosch metal drill bits ? The wood ones I bought from them kind of suck, they’re not straight.
4°) Portable vice: I need something small that can clamp on a Ikea table. I won’t put too much force on it, it’s mostly to bend struts and hold pieces when drilling, cutting or filing. Should I go for this very expensive one ?
Thanks in advance !