manfredo
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That should make for a fun ski "trip".
What did you accomplish today?
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Metasynth
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trees that fuck...hence the name.
Oh wow...I’m way to high to be posting right now.
lokie
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Each are useful. As with most tools there are variants for refined uses.
Nibbler
vs
Shear
Which of the Two Should You Use?
Even though these two tools will give you a comparable final result, the answer isn’t so straightforward.
It is worth mentioning upfront that if you are cutting a curved face or need to cut tight radiuses, you should not consider double-cut shears – they cannot cut in those circumstances.
If you’re working on a piece where you need the work done fast, accurately, with tight radiuses, and you don’t care about the mess, you need to pick nibblers. The nibblers will glide quickly along the top of the sheet metal and cut smooth curves. Should you decide to get a pair, make sure to check my article about what the best sheet metal nibblers are.
On the other hand, if your project requires a bit more precision, less mess, and time isn’t essential, you should go with shears. They will cut your sheet metal just as well as nibblers, but they will not make as much of a mess. The only trade-off is it takes more time to cut with shears. But the kerf is much smaller with shears so your final product will look cleaner.
Summary
In most cases, you will be able to get your job done with either of the tools. They are both designed for cutting sheet metal and both do the job very well.
However, if you are working on projects where accuracy is more important than cleanliness, you should go with nibblers. They will also cut much cleaner curves. On the other hand, if you want to keep your workspace as clean as possible, go with shears.
Metal Nibblers vs. Shears: Which Tool Is Better? - Handyman's World
Both nibblers and shears are tools designed for cutting metal sheets. Do you know what their differences are and which one to choose, though?
handymansworld.net
DarkWeb
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Have any new bruises?
BobBitchen
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DarkWeb
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Nice
I ordered a SS backsplash. Turns out square and finished are no longer in our maker's vocabulary. I sent it back and am thinking about this. I can do tile, I can't really do metal. But I WANTED metal!
I have an OZ or so of Golden Teachers I have no clue what to do with. Looks like you knew and had a f'n great time
I told you to stay away from that asshole's @Metasynth 's dabs. Shhh! Don't tell him I told you.
BARE hands no lessEach are useful. As with most tools there are variants for refined uses.
Nibbler
vs
Shear
Which of the Two Should You Use?
Even though these two tools will give you a comparable final result, the answer isn’t so straightforward.
It is worth mentioning upfront that if you are cutting a curved face or need to cut tight radiuses, you should not consider double-cut shears – they cannot cut in those circumstances.
If you’re working on a piece where you need the work done fast, accurately, with tight radiuses, and you don’t care about the mess, you need to pick nibblers. The nibblers will glide quickly along the top of the sheet metal and cut smooth curves. Should you decide to get a pair, make sure to check my article about what the best sheet metal nibblers are.
On the other hand, if your project requires a bit more precision, less mess, and time isn’t essential, you should go with shears. They will cut your sheet metal just as well as nibblers, but they will not make as much of a mess. The only trade-off is it takes more time to cut with shears. But the kerf is much smaller with shears so your final product will look cleaner.
Summary
In most cases, you will be able to get your job done with either of the tools. They are both designed for cutting sheet metal and both do the job very well.
However, if you are working on projects where accuracy is more important than cleanliness, you should go with nibblers. They will also cut much cleaner curves. On the other hand, if you want to keep your workspace as clean as possible, go with shears.
Metal Nibblers vs. Shears: Which Tool Is Better? - Handyman's World
Both nibblers and shears are tools designed for cutting metal sheets. Do you know what their differences are and which one to choose, though?
raratt
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Eat them?
Singlemalt
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how about a Dremel or angle grinder with a cutting disk?
raratt
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Hard to get a straight cut with the Dremel, and I only have a thick cutting disk for the angle, the air one I have a thinner disk.
raratt
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They give me the giggles, I end up with my face and ribs hurting from laughing. The Mrs and I watched a birth video before we were married after I ate some, I found it hilarious.
DarkWeb
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It is times like this I miss @Olive Drab Green
As I recall he seemed pretty angry much of the time.