{"title":"Tools \u0026 Maintenance","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"maintenance-kit","title":"Flashlight Maintenance Kits","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"subhead\"\u003eRemember the Tin Man? Well, you should. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"subhead\"\u003eThese o-ring kits are for Alpha flashlights. If you just want the oil, get the OIL-ONLY option :) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eNano-Oil™ is a proprietary formula designed specifically for metal-to-metal contact applications. It works incredibly well on both flashlight threads and o-rings. For the average user, this small 8cc bottle is probably enough for a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eThis should be enough replacement o-rings to last for many years. Daily users might need to replace the o-rings once a year and casual users, every 2-3 years. The lens o-ring should not need replacement unless the glass breaks or you decide two change out your own LED.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBasic Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nitrile O-Rings (the industry standard)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeluxe Kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fluorosilicone O-Rings (MIL-SPEC)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eNeed a smaller bottle? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/darksucks.mom\/collections\/tools-maintenance\/products\/nano-oil-1cc\"\u003eCheck out the 1cc dropper bottle.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"highlight-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlashlights require regular maintenance if you want them to last and perform at their best.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eIt's quite simple, but very important. The main task is to lubricate the threads and O-rings. If the threads ever feel \"gritty\" then those will need to be cleaned with a soft cloth and an evaporating and degreasing cleaner like Windex or Simple Green. The o-rings should get a drop or two of oil if they ever start to feel \"stiff.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eYou'd be surprised by how many different types of oils and greases are out there. You might also be surprised buy how important they are to flashlights. The top contenders for lubricating threads and o-rings are: DuPont Krytox, Super Lube, NyoGel, and Nano-Oil. There is a huge amount of debate on which is the king of the hill. This is one of those forum topics that gets debated endlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eI'm an applied research type of person, so I decided first hand experimentation was better than third party hearsay. I bought some of each, tried them all, and to cut a long story short, Nano-Oil gets my vote. It just plain works. Greases have really great \"feel\" but tend to attract a lot of dirt and get all over everything when you take the light apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/files\/6_f476d2f1-53b5-4087-9e73-cb23b771e620.jpg?v=1487161225\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometheus Lights","offers":[{"title":"8cc \/ Alpha (Blue Fluorosilicone)","offer_id":39567210217585,"sku":"NANO-8CC-ALP-BLU","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8cc \/ Alpha (Black Nitrile)","offer_id":39567210250353,"sku":"NANO-8CC-ALP-BLK","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8cc \/ Delta (Blue Fluorosilicone)","offer_id":39567210283121,"sku":"NANO-8CC-DLT-BLU","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8cc \/ MXS","offer_id":39567210315889,"sku":"NANO-8CC-MXS","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8cc \/ Quark","offer_id":39567210348657,"sku":"NANO-8CC-QRK","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8cc \/ Mini\/Turbo","offer_id":39567210381425,"sku":"NANO-8CC-MINI","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8cc \/ Beta\/Preon","offer_id":39567210414193,"sku":"NANO-8CC-BTA","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1cc \/ Alpha (Blue Fluorosilicone)","offer_id":39567210446961,"sku":"NANO-1CC-ALP-BLU","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1cc \/ Alpha (Black Nitrile)","offer_id":39567210479729,"sku":"NANO-1CC-ALP-BLK","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1cc \/ Delta (Blue Fluorosilicone)","offer_id":39567210512497,"sku":"NANO-1CC-DLT-BLU","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1cc \/ MXS","offer_id":39567210545265,"sku":"NANO-1CC-MXS","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1cc \/ Quark","offer_id":39567210578033,"sku":"NANO-1CC-QRK","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1cc \/ Mini\/Turbo","offer_id":39567210610801,"sku":"NANO-1CC-MINI","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1cc \/ Beta\/Preon","offer_id":39567210643569,"sku":"NANO-1CC-BTA","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/products\/Mini-Kit_545fe28b-9337-477d-afcd-192d187d7bac.jpg?v=1635218601"},{"product_id":"o-ring-tool","title":"O-Ring \u0026 Driver Tool","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"subhead\"\u003eThe right tool for the job...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ebe sure you have the right one\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eUllman has been manufacturing small hand tools in Ridgefield, CT for over 76 years. You don't survive in a market that obscure without being good at what you do. I'm sure you can cheap out and find something on the internet for about 99 cents that will do the same job...but the handle will be too small, the tip will bend, or the pick will just fall out of the handle. Ask me how I know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eI'm often tempted to use the wrong tool, either because I don't own it, or because I'm too lazy to walk across the shop to get it. I can help you with the former but you are going to have to work latter problem by yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eO-Ring Removal: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eChanging o-rings (and not scratching or dropping your light) is a breeze with this little gem. Once you have it I'm sure you'll find all kinds of other (sometimes inappropriate) uses for the o-ring tool as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eThis is the same o-ring tool I use in my shop and I'm not going to sell you anything less than the best, but you probably already know that by now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDriver Removal: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome owners will find occasion to remove the Alpha driver, most will not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe driver is held in place by a custom wave spring. Insert the point of the pick into the \"removal notch\" and lever the ring out of its seat. It is possible to damage the driver or the lip of the flashlight head if you use too much force, so please be careful. This kind of damage is not covered under warranty. If you break the driver you can install a new one, but if you bend the actual light...it's toast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ullman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":25577608070,"sku":"OR-TOOL","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/products\/DSC_1867-Edit_4f9795fd-8690-47e5-8eed-c4e075196fb2.JPG?v=1551295871"},{"product_id":"switch-tool","title":"Alpha\/Delta Switch Tool","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"subhead\"\u003eThe right tool for the job...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eThis tool is perfect for removing and installing the McClicky switch and retaining ring. You can do it by hand but a little mechanical advantage goes a long way in making the process easier and faster. The switch must be installed \"snug\" to make electrical contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eThis new tool is machined in-house and cut from a solid bar 6061-T6 aluminum. We used to sell bent-nose pliers for this purpose, but got tired to dealing with long lead times. Hey, we are a machine shop, so why not make them here?! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eThe points of the tool engage the slots in the retaining ring (and switch) like a spanner wrench. Nifty right?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometheus Lights","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":25577609990,"sku":"SW-TOOL","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/products\/Switch-tool-2400-FUSE.jpg?v=1670186597"},{"product_id":"sunshine-metal-polishing-cloth","title":"Sunshine Metal Polishing Cloth","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRestore your metal finishes with the jeweler's secret: Sunshine! \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\" size=\"2\" style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunshine ® Polishing Cloths\u003c\/b\u003e are non-staining and easy-to-use cloths to remove light patina\/tarnish from sterling silver, brass, copper, electroless nickel, glass, and most other surfaces. Heavier tarnish can be removed, but it requires more elbow grease and consumes the cloth more quickly. This Sunshine cloth is ideal for any Prometheus product: pens, tops, flashlights, or any other metal product. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\" size=\"2\" style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll metals except pure gold and platinum will eventually tarnish. \u003c\/span\u003eThe small cloth is reusable, but it will eventually loose its effectiveness after significant use. Like they say, \"two is one and one is none!\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\" size=\"2\" style=\"font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTo use:\u003c\/b\u003e Be sure the item to be cleaned is free from dust and other abrasives. Then very gently rub the surface to be polished. Each cloth is impregnated with special chemical cleansing agents and non-scratching micro-abrasives. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometheus Lights","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30863373132,"sku":"POLISH-CLOTH","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/files\/SUNSHINE-BEFORE3_7a554018-0012-470a-a9c0-dbc5e5dbe3b7.jpg?v=1755201666"},{"product_id":"nano-oil-1cc","title":"Nano-Oil","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"subhead\"\u003eRemember the Tin Man? Well, you should. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"subhead\"\u003e1cc Nano-Oil in a precision medical dropper bottle: for travel and\/or light users\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eNano-Oil™ is a proprietary formula designed specifically for metal-to-metal contact applications. It works incredibly well on both flashlight threads and o-rings. This 1cc bottle is perfect for Alpha pen and Beta QRv2 flashlight owners. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eNeed a bigger bottle? \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/darksucks.mom\/collections\/tools-maintenance\/products\/maintenance-kit\"\u003eCheck out the 8cc needle oiler\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThreads require regular maintenance if you want them to last and perform at their best.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eIt's quite simple, but very important. The main task is to lubricate the threads and O-rings. If the threads ever feel \"gritty\" then those will need to be cleaned with a soft cloth and an evaporating and degreasing cleaner like Windex or Simple Green. The o-rings should get a drop or two of oil if they ever start to feel \"stiff.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eYou'd be surprised by how many different types of oils and greases are out there. You might also be surprised buy how important they are to flashlights. The top contenders for lubricating threads and o-rings are: DuPont Krytox, Super Lube, NyoGel, and Nano-Oil. There is a huge amount of debate on which is the king of the hill. This is one of those forum topics that gets debated endlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eI'm an applied research type of person, so I decided first hand experimentation was better than third party hearsay. I bought some of each, tried them all, and to cut a long story short, Nano-Oil gets my vote. It just plain works. Greases have really great \"feel\" but tend to attract a lot of dirt and get all over everything when you take the light apart.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometheus Lights","offers":[{"title":"8cc","offer_id":39567205498993,"sku":"NANO-8CC","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1cc","offer_id":39567205531761,"sku":"NANO-1CC","price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/products\/nano-8cc2.jpg?v=1635217662"},{"product_id":"canted-coil-spring","title":"Canted Coil Spring (one item)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eTake (maintenance) matters into your own hands\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplacement springs for Beta QRv2 lights and Kappa QR keychains\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe price shown is for ONE spring! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese proprietary (made just for me) canted coil springs make the magic happen. It's very rare, but sometimes a spring can become damaged. Damage sufficient to negatively impact the springs function is normally severe\/obvious. The spring can actually tolerate quite a bit of damage before the function is compromised. Fortunately replacing them is fairly easy. Are you tough enough to do it yourself? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring can be removed with a pair of tweezers, this may do permanent damage to the spring...but you are replacing it anyway. Just don't expect to remove a \"good\" spring without damage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003eEach spring has a tiny weld (shiny spot - see photo). \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eThe spring MUST be installed with the weld facing \"out\" of the hole in the flashlight (or keychain) body.\u003c\/span\u003e The spring will not function properly and the QR may become very difficult to remove if the spring is installed backwards. See, you were warned ;) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003eJust insert one edge of the spring into the hole. It will normally drop past the groove. Use a pick (even a toothpick) to raise the bottom edge of the spring up into the groove. Once that is seated you can push the rest of the spring down and it should snap into place. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's up with the price? You read the part about these springs being custom made right? Typically our vendor makes these springs for everything from medical devices to missiles.The spring is the most expensive component in the Beta QRv2 (or Kappa) and well, awesome has a price. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometheus Lights","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1318686195737,"sku":"QR-SPRING","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/products\/CANTED-COIL_933a4f04-fb39-4a2b-8f2b-aad95feeb374.jpg?v=1551295973"},{"product_id":"test-of-hex-bit-driver","title":"Hex Bit Driver","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade for those that work and do. The Scout Tools Hex Bit Driver is a screwdriver designed for precision work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitted with a bearing, it provides a quick takedown and assembly on whatever you're working on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachined from solid Brass, Copper or Titanium stock and broached with a magnet to fit 1\/4\" hex bits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 3.25\" L x 0.866\" D.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available with a 12 Wiha Hardened Tool Steel Bit set: T6, T7, T8, T9, T10, T15, PH#0, PH#1, PH#2, SL4.5, SL5.5, SL6.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe majority of Scout Leather Co. goods are handmade to order. Please allow up to three days for shipment on Leather Goods.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scout Leather Co","offers":[{"title":"Brass","offer_id":1569523105817,"sku":"HBD-BR","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Copper","offer_id":1569523171353,"sku":"HBD-CU","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Titanium","offer_id":1569523236889,"sku":"HBD-TI","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/products\/Hex_Bit_Driver_2400x1600_01_377ec3f1-4bad-4fac-b1e4-ad13b6eb6926.jpg?v=1519072102"},{"product_id":"munky-spunk","title":"Munky Spunk (2cc)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"subhead\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"subhead\"\u003eTrouble with rough titanium or stainless threads? \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"subhead\"\u003eAfter years of field research this is the ultimate solution\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eNot for use on o-rings : threads only! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text\"\u003eLook no further my friends.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eWild caught, cage free, free range, grass fed, domestic, organic, vegan, gluten free, non-GMO. Munky Spunk delivers superior lubricity on titanium, stainless, and other tough metals. This stuff works when nothing else will...even Nano Oil. I'm not even kidding. High viscosity ensures it stays where you put it. Careful though, a little dab 'll do ya. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eMunky Spunk prevents galling (see below). This is the same lubricant that I use on my titanium lights and pens. I finally decided to make it available to the masses! Go ahead, impress your friends. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Monkey Spunk\" is a slang term used in the trades for a variety of lubricants; we have intentionally misspelled it for SEO purposes. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text\"\u003eWhy do Ti and SS require specialized lubrication? Galling! \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eFrom Wikipedia: \"Galling\u003cspan\u003e is a form of wear caused by adhesion between sliding surfaces. When a material galls, some of it is pulled with the contacting surface, especially if there is a large amount of force compressing the surfaces together. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGalling is caused by a combination of \u003c\/span\u003efriction \u003cspan\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003eadhesion\u003cspan\u003e between the surfaces, followed by slipping and tearing of \u003c\/span\u003ecrystal structure\u003cspan\u003e beneath the surface. This will generally leave some material stuck or even \u003c\/span\u003efriction welded\u003cspan\u003e to the adjacent surface, whereas the galled material may appear gouged with balled-up or torn lumps of material stuck to its surface.\"\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"text\"\u003eThreads require regular maintenance if you want them to last and perform at their best.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eIt's quite simple, but very important. The main task is to lubricate the threads and O-rings. If the threads ever feel \"gritty\" then those will need to be cleaned with a soft cloth and an evaporating and degreasing cleaner like Windex or Simple Green. The o-rings should get a drop or two of oil if they ever start to feel \"stiff.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eYou'd be surprised by how many different types of oils and greases are out there. You might also be surprised buy how important they are to flashlights. The top contenders for lubricating threads and o-rings are: DuPont Krytox, Super Lube, NyoGel, and Nano-Oil. Normally I recommend Nano-Oil for any metal-on-metal lubrication, but not when it comes to metals that gall. It's better than nothing, but Munky Spunk is the best. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text\"\u003eI'm an applied research type of person, so I decided first hand experimentation was better than third party hearsay. I bought some of each, tried them all, and to cut a long story short, our super secret formulation works better than anything else out there on your toughest thread materials. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Prometheus Lights","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1578898325529,"sku":"MKY-SPNK","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1356\/1883\/products\/Munky_Spunk_Clear_Tube.jpg?v=1531940740"},{"product_id":"carvesmart-stop-pin-drill","title":"CarveSmart Stop Pin Drill","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\"One and done\" for your CarveSmart stop pins! \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are a machinist, so I know you place a premium on ease and efficiency ;)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eplease share with any carvesmart user that you know! \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm super excited to partner with my friends at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/abtoolsinc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAB Tools Inc.\u003c\/a\u003e on this one! We all know time is money, whether you are a job shop or a solo act. Start saving now. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm a huge fan of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/carvesmart.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCarveSmart\u003c\/a\u003e soft jaws, but I'm always annoyed with the inefficiency of setting stop pins because I need 4 tools (spot drill, drill, reamer, chamfer) to get the job done. Normally this means taking up 4 tool pockets in the CNC and\/or having to set up 4 tools if you can't afford to leave them in the machine. Sometimes I just need to put in one pin and it's not worth it. Enter the Stop Pin Drill! You can even drill holes \"off line\" on your Bridgeport instead of taking up time on the CNC. Yes, I actually tried it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI emailed my concept to AB, they offered some suggestions, and I ordered a few prototypes to test for this project. 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