-
FORUM
- Forum Home
- Today's Posts
-
- General Discussion
- Introductions
-
- Business Discussion
- Business
- Marketing & Sales
- Technology
-
BLOGS
- Recent Blog Entries
-
Analysis of New Contractors Insurance Program in CA
by TarahGruber -
Customer Testimonials ? I'll take them if you aren't using the...
by RoofYourWorld
-
PROJECTS
-
REVIEWS
- Recent Reviews
-
Greenlee Glo-Stix...
-
DeWalt Self-Level...
- COMMUNITY
- WHAT'S NEW
New Chalk Box
|
|
|
Thread Tools | Search this Thread | Display Modes |
12-04-2008, 10:47 AM
|
#1 |
|
I used to think so.......
Trade: My words are OPINIONS and hold no REAL value. 2012
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: WA State
Posts: 2,203
|
New Chalk Box
In the "way back" time, I used to buy the simple Craftsman one (because of the unconditional warranty) They don't sell craftsman chalk boxes anymore.
Then it was the Irwin black and yellow plastic ones. Well last week I dropped $30 bucks for a Tajima. I saw a guy snap a very clean and bold line and I knew I "needed" that tool. Any other high dollar "cool" hand tools out there I should be looking at? (Have to be something I would carry in the bags - and use every day...and "cool") 
|
|
|
Warning: The topics covered on this site include activities in which there exists the potential for serious injury
or death. ContractorTalk.com DOES NOT guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information contained on this site. Always use proper safety precaution and reference reliable outside sources before attempting any construction or remodeling task!
|
12-04-2008, 10:49 AM
|
#2 | |
|
Handle It!
Trade: Everything The Union Guys Do Not Want To Do
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Brooklyn, NY ~ Haverford, PA
Posts: 9,381
|
Re: New Chalk BoxQuote:
__________________
Something to One may be Nothing to another! Ultimate Wisdom--------- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OW-cnizLDEE |
|
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 10:54 AM
|
#3 |
|
Deck Designer/Builder
Trade: Construction Project Manager
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Whitby, Ontario
Posts: 2,426
|
Re: New Chalk Box Not available in Canada!Anyone want to send me a Christmas present? 
|
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 02:23 PM
|
#4 |
|
The Duke
Trade: Cabinet Maker
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Portland, Maine
Posts: 10,097
|
Re: New Chalk Box
I've used this one for awhile Mike. One thing to watch for is long distances, the line may "wander" slightly. You really got to crank on the fishing line in there. It's not the same as your Irwin one. It does leave a beaut of a line though. Oh...and it holds a boatload of chaulk (that was for MALCO)
__________________
If you correct your mind, the rest of your life will fall into place ~Lao Tzu Custom Cabinetry - Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, Kennebunkport, Yarmouth, Falmouth, Cumberland, Ogunquit, Maine Salmon Falls Cabinetry |
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 05:55 PM
|
#5 |
|
Tech Geek
Trade: Property Management/Facilities Manager
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Feasterville, Pa.
Posts: 1,431
|
Re: New Chalk Box
I just bought this one last week, I haven't had a chance to give it a workout yet but as soon as I do I'll let you know how it works if your interested.
|
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 06:24 PM
|
#6 |
|
grizl
Trade: carpenter
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: wisconsin
Posts: 58
|
Re: New Chalk Box
i must get that.
looking for other high end tools, this hammer was voted number 1 by thisoldhouse. http://www.douglastool.com/ i don't have one yet., someday. |
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 06:28 PM
|
#7 | |
|
The Duke
Trade: Cabinet Maker
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Portland, Maine
Posts: 10,097
|
Re: New Chalk BoxQuote:
__________________
If you correct your mind, the rest of your life will fall into place ~Lao Tzu Custom Cabinetry - Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, Kennebunkport, Yarmouth, Falmouth, Cumberland, Ogunquit, Maine Salmon Falls Cabinetry |
|
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 06:38 PM
|
#8 |
|
Tech Geek
Trade: Property Management/Facilities Manager
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Feasterville, Pa.
Posts: 1,431
|
Re: New Chalk Box
I just like the fact that I can snap a line for chair rail and not have to worry about chalk getting everywhere. The few lines I did snap with it were VERY crisp. It's just going to take a little getting used to with the line being as thin as it is, I'm always afraid I'm going to pull it to hard and snap it.
|
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 06:43 PM
|
#9 | |
|
Handle It!
Trade: Everything The Union Guys Do Not Want To Do
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Brooklyn, NY ~ Haverford, PA
Posts: 9,381
|
Re: New Chalk BoxQuote:
I once dropped a C/B in a Taco Bell parking lot in Atlanta. Three years later, my bumble remained!!!! Blue as Blue gets!!!
__________________
Something to One may be Nothing to another! Ultimate Wisdom--------- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OW-cnizLDEE |
|
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 06:45 PM
|
#10 | |
|
Handle It!
Trade: Everything The Union Guys Do Not Want To Do
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Brooklyn, NY ~ Haverford, PA
Posts: 9,381
|
Re: New Chalk BoxQuote:
 Chalk this up as "One step closer to 10k"!!!!
__________________
Something to One may be Nothing to another! Ultimate Wisdom--------- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OW-cnizLDEE Last edited by MALCO.New.York; 12-04-2008 at 07:23 PM. |
|
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 07:03 PM
|
#11 |
|
The Duke
Trade: Cabinet Maker
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Portland, Maine
Posts: 10,097
|
Re: New Chalk Box
anyone here use powdered mortar dye in their chalk box? I tried red. I dropped the tiniest amount on a carpet. It was toast. It also turns everything in the washing machine pink....kinda permanently. I switched to black.
__________________
If you correct your mind, the rest of your life will fall into place ~Lao Tzu Custom Cabinetry - Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, Kennebunkport, Yarmouth, Falmouth, Cumberland, Ogunquit, Maine Salmon Falls Cabinetry |
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 07:20 PM
|
#12 |
|
Al Smith
Trade: Home Improvement contractor since 1983, In building field since 1974, Licensed
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: South River NJ
Posts: 2,392
 |
Re: New Chalk Box
I have a tajima. (blue box w/blue chalk) I have their chalk as well. Funny that I haven't thrown out all my other chalk lines. I will toss them aside as I'm looking for my tajima in my bucket buddy. Rule of thumb for a bucket buddy. the tool you are looking for will inevitable fall out of its pocket and sink to the bottom of the mess o tools in your bucket buddy.
|
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 08:01 PM
|
#13 |
|
topsail's trimcat
Trade: finish Carpenter/ renovations
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: ns, canada
Posts: 3,250
|
Re: New Chalk Box
i know a few carpenters who have gone to japan to work and i guess all they use is the ink lines, these guys swear buy em until they break then they swear because of not knowing anyone whose over there at that time to ship a few back
__________________
putting down subfloor with glue and screws, well i saw dr. smith and the robot too , i had a martian burger and a sonic shake |
|
|
|
|
12-04-2008, 08:25 PM
|
#14 | |
|
Tech Geek
Trade: Property Management/Facilities Manager
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: Feasterville, Pa.
Posts: 1,431
|
Re: New Chalk BoxQuote:
|
|
|
|
|
|
12-05-2008, 12:15 AM
|
#15 | |
|
Handle It!
Trade: Everything The Union Guys Do Not Want To Do
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Brooklyn, NY ~ Haverford, PA
Posts: 9,381
|
Re: New Chalk BoxQuote:
Fecal matter does, when given the opportunity, present itself!!!!
__________________
Something to One may be Nothing to another! Ultimate Wisdom--------- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OW-cnizLDEE |
|
|
|
|
|
| Thread Tools | Search this Thread |
| Display Modes | Rate This Thread |
Linear Mode
|
|
Similar Threads
|
||||
| Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
| Removing blue chalk lines? | CaliDesigns | Concrete & Paving | 9 | 07-29-2010 12:33 AM |
| Chalking Lines? | Slyfox | Roofing | 7 | 03-15-2008 07:08 PM |
| good place online to buy consumables, saw blades, marking chalk, etc. | 07spacker | Framing | 6 | 02-12-2008 09:17 PM |
| A Roof Cutters Secrets | mci2980 | Roofing | 11 | 07-25-2006 06:10 PM |
| I was trapped... | Peladu | Off Topic (Non Trade) | 17 | 07-17-2006 08:33 AM |
