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Manufacturer: Johnson Level & Tool
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Binding: Tools & Hardware Brand: Johnson Level & Tool EAN: 0042944010721 Feature: Professional grade 12-point reversible ratchet Label: Johnson Level & Tool Manufacturer: Johnson Level & Tool Model: 890-1072 Publisher: Johnson Level & Tool Studio: Johnson Level & Tool
Features
Professional grade 12-point reversible ratchet 4-jaw chuck Tough molded head and handle Holds 1/8-inch to 7/16-inch shank bits, as well as tapered shanks 10-inch sweep
The Fuller Heavy Duty 12-Point Reversible Ratchet Brace with 4-Jaw Chuck features a U-shaped crank in the middle and a handle at the other end, making it an ideal tool for use with screwdriver or auger bits. The tool also features a 10-inch sweep for maximum leverage and drilling speed. The unit's tough molded head and handle are designed for long-lasting durability, and the jaws are designed to hold 1/8-inch to 7/16-inch shank bits, as well as tapered shanks.
Spotlight customer reviews:
Customer Rating: Summary: Basically sturdy, poor workmanship Comment: Received this item yesterday. It feels basically solid, but I was very disappointed to see how misaligned the "jaws" are. When adjusting, they don't come together evenly, and the closest they come together is about 3/16". So you won't be able to use it with small bits, even though the packaging states that it can be used with bits of "all sizes."
I'll probably keep it, but will likely need to pay a bit more for one of higher quality. Customer Rating: Summary: Good tool, good price... Comment: I bought this tool to use at a remote cabin site. (The cabin site I am working on has no electricity.) I used this brace to drill over 150 holes in one afternoon. The tool works great and the handles are perfect since I did not get any blisters on my hands from the countinued use... Customer Rating: Summary: very good brace, exactly what I needed Comment: I bought this with a few home carpentry projects in mind-- I am no carpenter but a mom of lots of little kids. My older boys-- nearly eight and five-- were really eager to help me and I wanted them to start learning about how to use hand tools. Although I'm not one, there are a lot of engineers in the family and a family tradition of being able to fix things. Or at least trying. (There is also no way they are going near power tools anytime soon!)
With my help (they are small) the boys had a good time boring holes in various pieces of wood and helped me to build a plywood dinosaur for their birthday. The brace seems well-made, sturdy enough for us (I envision having this thing a long time) and easy to use. I would buy this item again. I looked and looked and could not find them at Home Depot or Lowe's-- the clerks there shrug and say, "Well, everyone wants a power drill." This brace works pretty fast. For parts of the project when I was working alone without kids, I didn't bother getting out my power drill-- the brace and bit were fine. Customer Rating: Summary: Brace with a bite Comment: I only gave my product review 3 because my particular brace gear / pawl ratchet slips & has a defect.
Otherwise
4 stars if compared to similiar designs from other companies.
5 stars for being the most economical brace combined with good materials.
I believe if I had a non-defective brace like this it would be a fully functional economical brace that would last awhile under normal use.
Plastic handles is of good quality & will not respond to moisture like wood handles that sometimes crack if not cared for.
I dont who to contact for a replacement. I purchased mine here.
This brace is plated great & the 4 jaws chuck appears to be hardened & is made of quality metal & tightens well.
Inside the chuck there is a square recess made to fit vintage traditional non hex auger bits.
The brace didn't work well with hex shank bits.
It will grip round bits & older auger bits securely.
As always use sharp augers & drill bits for the best performance & ease of use.
