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Old 08-09-2011, 09:19 PM   #12
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Re: Double flaring tool: Finally got what I paid for with Harbor Freight

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Originally Posted by hlp-3 View Post
While Imperial is also a very product, I think the two wing nut design of most flare tools is poor. In my opinion the hinge design and the clamp right over the tube makes all the difference. (No I do not work for Ridgid) I was actually in the same boat as prostreetC-10 and bought a new one (the Ridgid 345) at Home Depot for like $30, but that was probably 10 years ago.
folks who work with connectors and flared tubing for a living use Imperial flare tools ... I know this from experience.
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