China Tools Ep. 17, Set-up blocks, Calipers, push blocks and Ruler
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- čas přidán 17. 12. 2020
- In-depth reviews of China woodworking tools Ep. 17
Visit my site: www.hookedonwood.online for ranking off all my China tool products I tested! and free download plans for my workbench and other projects. If you like my content and you want to support my channel, please use one of my links below to visit Banggood. Thanks for your support.
In this video: Caliper 1. (5-star caliper)
www.banggood.com/custlink/GmK...
Caliper Brass
www.banggood.com/custlink/v33...
Push Block set coupon code: BGWood19
www.banggood.com/custlink/KK3...
The coupon is limited to a certain amount of sets.
Carbon steel ruler
www.banggood.com/custlink/GmG...
Setup blocks
www.banggood.com/custlink/v3m...
Corner square from episode 15
www.banggood.com/custlink/3DD...
These are my personal favorites of last year China tools
Personal favorites
1. Kerfmaker
www.banggood.com/custlink/vDD...
2. Drill guide cabinet jig
www.banggood.com/custlink/KDD...
3. T-ruler
www.banggood.com/custlink/3GG...
4. Precision square
www.banggood.com/custlink/DKv...
Miter square
www.banggood.com/custlink/GmG...
5. Miter square brass
www.banggood.com/custlink/vmG...
6. Height gauge
www.banggood.com/custlink/KGG...
The material used for my workbench and this platform is Black MDF: Black MDF, something similar to Valchromat.
I get it from here: (Netherlands) www.af.nl/voorraad/plaat/mdf-... Black MDF.
Here is a list of viewer's suggestions where you can buy Black MDF or Valchromat or Forescolor.
USA www.plywoodcompany.com/MainSi... trinityinnovations.net packardforestproducts.com plywoodcompany.com
UK
www.idsurfaces.co.uk/decorati... www.atlantictimber.co.uk/valc...
Germany www.hornbach.de/shop/MDF-Plat...
Belgie www.houtshop.be/nl/plaatmater...
Australia timberwood.com.au/ NSW Australia, Laminex has the black MFD
A few products from this review were sent to me by Banggood for testing. This does not mean that I do get all my products. I review also a lot of products I bought myself. I started these reviews because from my experience not every tool from China was worth buying. So I wanted to make in-depth reviews to show you which products you should consider and which product you better leave alone. The fact that Banggood sent me products occasionally does not change the way I make my reviews.
I still give in-depth reviews and give you my honest opinion! On this, you can count on! I have a good experience with Banggood.com and they have a lot of woodworking tools nicely organized on their site.
My name is Dennis and I am from Hooked on Wood. Subscribe to my channel! czcams.com/channels/uvj.html...
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Products I use in my workshop
Table saw with dust system: Harvey HW110GL Europe edition with sliding table
Harvey / Axminster trade S-12 overhead blade guard
Dust extraction: HBM 200 Oneida Super dust deputy 6”
Workbench: Incra master-R-router lift AEG 1400w router Incra 25" SL positioner with Wonder Fence Drill press: Jet JDP 15B
Miter saw: Festool Kapex 60
Different links to products I use Clamps: Axminster trade hold down clamps Piher Rail guide clamps Micro Jig dovetail clamps Bessey parallel clamps Axminster trade parallel clamps Push blocks Micro Jig Gripper Incra Push block
Thank you for viewing.
Best regards, Dennis - Zábava
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This video is a nice surprise Dennis! Good one again. Thanks. On my scoring card you get a 5
China if you’re reading this. Send this man every new woodworking tool for free. I made numerous purchases thanks to his reviews. Cheers Dennis.
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Greetings! I'm lucky to have found your videos. Stay safe, in good health and continue your work at your will. I trust its value - to me and to all other friends around here.
Another perfekt video, very informative, your passion for precision is amazing. I'm loving your videos since episode 1.
What a nice surprise! Another excellent set of reviews. It's so difficult to know what to trust when ordering from China so I'm very grateful for these videos. Thanks Dennis!
All the best for the new year!
Thanks you Dennis for your tests they are very complete and extremely serious.
You're also a great woodworker !
Good job !
Merry Christmas, Dennis. Thanks for a lot of fine videos in 2020 🙂
merry Christmas and a happy new year and your video are never to long thank you for all your great and honest evaluation on all the tool and please stay safe
Great video Dennis; your channel is one of the best woodworking channels on CZcams. I look forward to more great videos in 2021.
Thank you Dennis! Just wanted to say I’ve enjoyed your videos very much. Your reviews of the Banggood products have been very helpful. I have been checking out your website as well. Very nice and clean, and easy to navigate. Well done! Merry Christmas and happy new year. :)
Mooie video weer Dennis. Dank voor al je inspiratie en tips dit jaar. Fijne feestdagen gewenst.
I usually skip through videos longer than 10 minutes, I watch every minute of yours, great well thought out reviews.
Thanks for your compliments.
Thanks for the reviews Dennis! I just received my corner clamps and they are indeed great. May you and yours have a Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas to you Dennis and all your viewers, I buy many items from Banggood and find your reviews most useful keep them going, to everyone keep safe.
Thank you Dennis for all your China Tool Review videos. They are in my view always fair which is all anyone can ask. Great Job. Looking forward to them continuing in the New Year. Until then I would like to wish you and your family a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year for 2021. And above all stay safe and well.
Thanks Dennis. Excellent reviews as always. Your China tools series always cost me a lot of money! 😀. Have a great Christmas!
Dag Dennis, dank maar weer! Heb inmiddels eea aangeschaft en ben daar erg blij mee. Fijne kerstdagen en een mooi nieuwjaar gewenst voor jou en jouw gezin!
I like the magically opening boxes in your videos...
That was a great surprise! Many thanks for this series, please keep China Tool coming in the future.
Your reviews got me to actually buy tools from Banggood and that way helped me to build my home shop a lot faster than with all brand tools.
My absolute favorite is the 90 degree machinist square.
I agree!, that is a nice one. Happy holiday!
I have enjoyed your reviews very much. I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!
I just love your videos Dennis… Thank you from Minneapolis Minnesota!
Ruler video? Yes please.
Add in squares to complete it?
Good Idea! I think I will do that.
Thanks dennis, for the comprehensive videos about the "china tools". In 2021 I will expand / grow my business from hobby to semi-professional. Thanks to you I can do it on a budget, but with decent tools. Prettige eindejaarsfeesten voor jou en jouw familie gewenst. Mvg, Vince
Thanks Vincent. Till next year!
Dennis ,thank you very much and have a very Merry Christmas
I have spent nearly $350 US on Banggoods since finding your channel.. Even though my pockets are lighter, I am excited for my items to arrive. Love the reviews..,
Thanks Man, sorry for you pockets, but, hope you enjoy the products.
Merry Christmas to your family Dennis too. And thank you for sharing.
Fantastic reviews, Dennis! Thanks a lot! 😃
Happy holidays! And stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Hartelijk dank voor al je video's dit jaar Denis. Fijne kerst en wens u en de uwe een voorspoedig 2021
Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thanks for all the great videos and information you did this year. Looking forward to next year.
Thanks Toolman! merry Christmas
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you! Thank you for the surprise video.
Thank you for your reviews Dennis. I really like your videos. Stay safe and have a merry Christmas and a very Good 2021!!!
Thanks again Dennis for the video you and your family have a nice Christmas and Happy New Year
Dankjewel voor alle super content!!
Awesome edition Dennis! Great reviews!
Fijne en veilige dagen met je gezin tot 2021.
A very nice comparison of tools. Thanks and Happy Holidays!
Hello Dennis, thank you very much for the great videos 2020! I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and look forward to the new in 2021🤝👍
Great Review Denis - as ever. Happy Christmas to you and you family
You’ve brought me so much joy Dennis. Merry Christmas mate, from Australia.
Hi Denis. Thanks fir the little Christmas treat. I’d like to vote yes for the video on rulers. Many thanks for all of your useful information through the year. Happy New Year.
Thanks Eggman. Alle the best for the new year!
Thanks for the interesting videos. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Stay safe.
Thank you!! And - yes for the big Ruler Compare!! 😄
Carbon steel ruler bought via your channel. Keep the good work up!
Always an extreme pleasure to hear about your recommandations. "And that's my conclusion" : Dennis 5 all along the year😉👌👍🖖
Happy new year, all the best for you and family
Thanks James for your support in 2020. Looking forward to read something from you in 2021
Bonus video what's not to like ,hope you Christmas gifts turned out nice . Your new toys in the workshop look at home so looking forward to some reviews on them . Happy holidays
Very nice video. You have a great shop with very quality tools!
bloody hell dennis! ive just spent money on some of the best reviewed of your china tools...now you bring another video out ! ;0) happy christmas !
Great review, thank you, hope you and your family have a nice Christmas.
Thanks Allan
Mooie afsluiter Dennis. Alvast een goede jaarwisseling toegewenst en dat 2021 maar een gezond jaar vol mooie klussen en gereedschappen mag worden 😉👍🏻
I missed your videos I wish I was your sister in law
You have helped this veteran to save money
Hello Dennis as I mentioned it to you in a comment many many months ago that I retired from the airline industry and of course that airline was AF/KLM. I was most horrified when you state that while the push block combo is a lot of bang for your buck the color orange was not very nice. I hope for your health and wellbeing that in your Dutch language version of these reviews this comment is edited out. I would think that anything orange is sacred in the Netherlands
What a great community service your channel has provided all of us this past year and I thank you for all you do. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Enjoy this great holiday season with the family. Stay safe and will be looking for you in Jan/feb 2021
Harleymike/Chicago
Hi Michael,
haha, At the moment of my review, I was not thinking about it. But you are right. But the average Dutchman will forgive me. That said, the Dutch orange is beautiful, and this push block is just a little bit different the wrong way. Thanks for your support this year, looking forward to read something back from you in 2021. Stay safe, and a merry Christmas an happy new year.
Hope you have a great Christmas Dennis!
I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and look forward to the new in 2021
Thanks Frank
Hi Dennis, I have just found your channel and you were reviewing some Bangood tools. First I have subscribed and set the bell to all so I will get all your new videos, I did this because I was impressed by your honesty and you were not short identifying things that you did not think came up to the standard you were expecting, and I like that. I found Bangood some time ago and I find them to be of good quality and excellent price. I look forward to seeing a lot more of your videos.
Thanks John, nice to have you on board!
Happy holidays Dennis . Stay safe and hope 2021 is a better year for us all . Regards Bill
Like always, another great video. Looking forward to the next (ruler) video. Thanks Dennis, take care and wish you and your family a nice Xmas.
Hi Dennis, A surprise video! Thans for sharing the next China tools video. And as per instructions from your son, I duly pressed the thumbs-up button. 🤣. Merry Christmas and all the best for 2021, Take care, stay safe, Frank
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Great Info. Season Greetings to and your viewers.
Merry Christmas Dennis, thanks for the video, I'm going give the Bangood calipers a try. I didn't realise you could get that level of accuracy for that sort of money.
Another thing I will be looking at in the coming year is compass set for larger circles.
Nice video, cheers!
leuk je weer te zien , 👍
Thumbs up to a ruler video :) My reference for good quality standards is Woodpecker and Starrett as well. Although in general, I have been pleased to add some of these lower cost and somewhat novel tools from Banggood to the shop. The spot on machinist squares are an interesting indicator to how high quality some of these critical tools can get from this vendor. I've learned that delivery time can be an issue however!
Many thanks for another great video Dennis. I like the large spacer measure and admire the Bang Good set up blocks, although like you said, I probably wouldn’t need a set in my shop. May I take this opportunity to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year. All the best from Wirral Uk 🇬🇧
Thanks Paul, Till next year!
Gracias. Feliz Navidad. Saludos desde Topolobampo México.
22 mins??? What a nice xmas gift!
greetings Henry (from manfarita ;-)
Nice one Dennis... Banggood have discounts at the moment and the prices are even better... Merry Christmas
Good job Dennis - Happy Christmas - Keep safe
Great videos, thanks. Have a great Xmas.
Awesome video!
Thanks for another great video!
The calipers are very interesting! I've seen other videos about cheap calipers and that the downside is that the batteries drains fast. This due to the measuring mechanism not powering down when turned off. Might be interesting to report on if you notice it running out of power strangely fast :)
loved it kidda - i like the longer videos
Another great informative video, your costing me a fortune on China Tools lol, have a great Christmas :)
Thanks Colin, have a nice Christmas
You're wrong Colin. He is saving you an even bigger fortune on the same tools from the rest of the world.
Happy Holidays!! Prost!
Hope you have a great holiday.
Thanks for one more video this year.
Still waiting for my order from Banggood,been over 5 weeks now.
TW
Hi Tom, Sorry to hear about the shipping time. I hope it will arrive soon!. My average is 2 weeks, with some exceptions. But never did it not arrived. hope it comes soon🤞 Great holiday for you too
Have a great Christmas Denis. I hope Sinterklaas brings you plenty of new tools.
Thanks!
Garry not Linda. Merry Christmas Dennis and thank you for the surprise video. One test I would've liked to see was repeatability. My digital caliper looks exactly like the $12 unit you tested but I didn't buy it from Banggood. It does not always read the same. I can measure a piece, close the jaws back to zero and remeasure and it won't necessarily read the same it may be off just a bit. Having worked as a machinist I've used a lot of precision tools and I still have some micrometers and a dial indicator. When I want a precise measurement, which in my woodworking isn't all that often, I grab my Mitutoyo dial caliper. Instant reading, no batteries, always ready to go. Thanks again from the US. Garry
Wederom een interessante video. Vanuit NL een gezond 2021
Thanks for all your Videos. I like your ChinaTool Videos a lot...just bought the DrillPro PresicionRuler an i love it.
I‘d really like to see a Ruler Comparison
Merry Christmas and a hapoy new year from Germany
Dennis, your workshop equipment and upgrades are so beautifully designed with the combination of black MDF and plywood. It would be interesting to see more of your projects and designs of what you produce in your workshop. I only found the rocking horse and the table/stand - both also very elegant. Another idea would be if you could do a collaboration video with PitmasterX - the Dutch BBQ channel - he is busy fitting out his studio/facility and perhaps an accessory for him that we could also build ourselves? Would be interesting to see a collaboration between my 2 favourite Dutch CZcams channels.
Hi Paul,
You can find some projects of me on my instagram site. D.hookedonwood. The reason you do not see it much often is because it takes a lot of time to film and edit a project. And when making something I prefer to just work at the project and not get busy with camera settings, angles, story lines etc. But lately I found that some short shots and video's for instagram can be a solution to show at least something.
I will look at Pitmaster because I want to make something for my BBQ before the summer and I like your idea. Thanks
Lots of good information in this video. I have a cheap caliper from Harbor Freight and haven’t had any problems with the batteries like others have mentioned. I’m serious think about upgrading to these calipers. Merry Christmas 🎄
Hi Greg,
I didi not find any problems with the batteries, I have them a few months and the batteries are still OK.
But what I found out is that the differences between calipers under 20-30 dollar is not big. So, if you have a Harbor Freight that function ok, question is, if this one would be an upgrade. I found the cheap Caliper very good, It was remarkable stable and on par with the 60 dollar caliper with accuracies. But for woodworking, they all where good enough. The difference between a 20-30 dollar Caliper and my 60 dollars, is that the expensive one, slides better. You can feel that and that is a noticeable difference that could be worth an upgrade. If found the cheap Caliper better than the 26 dollar caliper like I said in the video, but that is to small for an upgrade in my opinion.
So, when you happy, I would invest in another item. Merry Christmas.
Thank you.
Digital Calipers: I have had a few over the years, and my biggest gripe has been almost universal: Battery cover security, plastic items tend to break, or bulge, metal covers seem to mostly rely on a screw to keep them in place, where 2, or even 3 might be better
I reverted to a set of dial style calipers, but will be most interested to see what, if any,, solution some of the creators of all these beautiful Chinese tools can come up with, maybe something that does NOT use an LR44 battery, maybe something like a 1520 or even a 2016
I love your videos Dennis, I am in the process of equipping my workshop and your reviews and construction tips have been very useful.
Here's a suggestion for a China tool review.... a wood moisture content meter. There are quite a few of them on Bangood ranging from 10 - 30+ dollars US.
Merry Christmas and Happy New year from California.
Good Suggestion. thanks
Thanks for your very informative videos! I bought myself the 120mm corner squares after your last episode 😊 Ruler episode? H ell yeah! Merry Chrstmas to you!
Good choice, I think you will be happy with it. Have a nice Christmas
The thing about calipers isn't only the accuracy. Actually, all of these are more than fine for wood working since wood isn't a dimensionally stable material. The problem is often grabbing a set of calipers where the battery has been drained by high quiescent currents. That's the big difference between a Mitutoyo and a Hazard Freight one, for example. Not saying you need to spend $$$ on a Mitutoyo, but have a set of watch cell batteries handy when buying a cheap set of digital calipers;-)
Hyy friend 🙏🤝🤝🤝🇮🇩
I got a mitutoyo caliper “verified by wish” for around 25 USD. It arrived with a certificate and everything seems like the real deal. What you say about the batteries is true. My mitutoyo gets a long life out of a battery and it didnt cost a lot of money either. When I looked for the same caliper at my local shops it was priced well over 100 USD!
I'm not sure I never really got along with any kind of digital calipers. My favorite pair of calipers to use is the old analog mitutoyo I got from my dad. I also have an analog pair from scala but I don't know they just don't feel like my old and beaten mitutoyo. 😅
I ordered this caliper on your recommendations. Unfortunately, it is now a discontinued product. I will look toward your new recommendation for another great caliper. Thanks for the great reviews.
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Another very nice video! Thank you for teaching me some things about the tools. I am definitely going to look at that set of gage blocks: the price looks very reasonable since for the same US$ I could only get a set will maybe half as many inch blocks. I have been using inch measurements for more than 60 years, but can just as easily use mm for testing measurement tools. The only other things I would mention is that the blocks should have a very thin coat of light oil when stored, and it is usual practice to wear light cotton gloves when handling them. Fingerprints can cause corrosion.
Thanks Graeme, I did not know that. (but It sounds logical)
I'd like to see a measuring tools video Dennis. Merry Xmas from the US.
About the "sliding ruler" at the end (in Dutch also called a "kruishout"). I bought one from scala that looks nearly identical. I guess there's only that much one could do to make a tool like this different?
The one I have from scala is really nice to use and I find it being a rather versatile and useful tool. Especially when it comes to marking repeated marks it's my go to. Best of all is that it isn't even that much more expensive than the one you showed.
Hi Denis from the uk, love your China Tool videos and have purchased several of your recommendations. In this video you use a steel calliper and thought ugh it was a little short on the “T” section.. while watching my recommended videos i found one that you might like. It is made by INOX, unfortunately i do not think Bangood sell it. When i am on my main computer i will do a screen shot and send to you.
07:22 Nooit aan gedacht. Weer wat geleerd 👍🏻. Voor wat betreft de eindmaten, je moet ze schoonmaken met alcohol voor je ze gaat meten en het zou 20 graden moeten zijn.
Great review!
Any update on a good fence for this miter gauge?
Hey Dennis, Love you videos on these china tools. I have a real interest in the parallel clamps and ratchet clamps on Banggood. Could you do a video on these against your current high end clamps. Merry Xmas
Hi Andrew, I asked Banggood for Parallel clamps. And They confirm they have one in program. But they are almost more expansive than my Bessey, so it makes no sense to review them. But perhaps something comes next year.
isn't it a sin to dislike orange in the Netherlands? ;-) very nice reviews as always.
haha, Yes it is. And In episode 14 I had a hard time to not recommend my orange pocket hole jig, and now this one :-(
Ga door met jouw goeie videos, maar blijf eerlijk.
Dat probeer ik wel te blijven doen! Volgend jaar ga ik wel e.e.a. veranderen en noem ik ook producten die niet goed zijn.
Dat heb ik dit jaar niet zo veel gedaan omdat ik het niet leuk vind om een heel verhaal op te hangen met als resultaat dat het niets is.
Maar ik denk dat als ik 2 minuten besteed waarom je iets in mijn optiek beter kan laten liggen met de motivatie erbij kan dat wel goed gecombineerd worden in de videos. Nu krijg je wellicht het idee dat alles goed is, maar dat komt ook omdat ik deze producten over het algemeen eruit pak. Dus, volgend jaar wordt het wat evenwichtiger.
@@HookedonWood Een ieder mag kritisch zijn, niet goed, vermelden.
Sommige mensen hebben moeite om 50 Euro te spenderen.
Great reviews, thanks! As luck would have it, that small brass caliper is on its way to me right now from BG.
Hi Maurits, Nice to hear. I think you will love it, for what it is.
Hi Dennis
I bought the ruler you reviewed on episode 17. Thought it worth mentioning to others, that, if you are using it, as you do, to the end point, you need to add 38mm to whatever is shown on the scale.
Hi Howard, I do not understand what you mean.
Hi Dennis,
I have just found your chanel and I love it, very down to earth and informative.
I am looking to buy a known straight edge to tune my jointer do you have any suggestions.
Alan from Melbourne Australia