I thought not updating the blog for a while might make for good content,
but I have posts piling up so
that's not really an option.
I received a comment saying
"I'm worried that Kani Kosen doesn't get as much screen time anymore," but
it's just that the Ehenmushi character is hogging the spotlight too much—
it's not that Kani Kosen doesn't have any appearances.
I'm thinking up various roles for Kani Kosen too.
↑As you can see, it's doing great. Don't worry.
Anyway, I've received several comments on the article I wrote about PB drivers.
Two of them had the message "Vessel (Japanese tool brand) is good too."
Vessel drivers—they're cheap, but they're not cheap quality.
For the price, the quality is remarkable. My tool box at home is all Vessel.
Partly because I don't use them that frequently, but the tips just don't wear down,
and on top of that, the grip is pretty decent too.
"Drivers really are consumables, aren't they? Your wallet takes damage in small increments."
I received a comment like that.
Since you're commenting on my blog, I don't think you're in the same trade (laughs),
but I imagine you use drivers in your work (sorry if I'm wrong).
What I first realized when I started working alone is
that tools just don't get damaged as easily. Especially cutting tools stand out.
I sometimes see shared shop tools that are worn down long ago
but still being used without replacement,
and really you should think about what's being damaged in that situation.
The saying "A master craftsman doesn't blame his tools" doesn't apply here.
Besides, I'm no master craftsman anyway.
I received a comment—in the comments section—with an analysis (or rather, explanation since it's almost certainly correct)
about the Phillips screw head on Campagnolo derailer adjustment screws.
I won't go into the fine details, but I agree with it.
In certain situations, deliberately using a perfectly-fitted Phillips screwdriver is something I agree with too.
Actually, I do that myself (laughs). I won't mention it because it touches on trade secrets,
but I was surprised that someone who isn't a bike shop mechanic
noticed this about Campagnolo derailers.
And the "thinly apply ○○" mentioned in the comment is a good idea too.
Since I apply higher-viscosity oil, I haven't tried ○○ myself,
but that doesn't attract much dust,
and most importantly it doesn't run off easily, so I think it's a good approach.
There was no email address, so I'm replying here.
If everyone did this kind of maintenance, that screw wouldn't rust.
but I have posts piling up so
that's not really an option.
I received a comment saying
"I'm worried that Kani Kosen doesn't get as much screen time anymore," but
it's just that the Ehenmushi character is hogging the spotlight too much—
it's not that Kani Kosen doesn't have any appearances.
I'm thinking up various roles for Kani Kosen too.
↑As you can see, it's doing great. Don't worry.
Anyway, I've received several comments on the article I wrote about PB drivers.
Two of them had the message "Vessel (Japanese tool brand) is good too."
Vessel drivers—they're cheap, but they're not cheap quality.
For the price, the quality is remarkable. My tool box at home is all Vessel.
Partly because I don't use them that frequently, but the tips just don't wear down,
and on top of that, the grip is pretty decent too.
"Drivers really are consumables, aren't they? Your wallet takes damage in small increments."
I received a comment like that.
Since you're commenting on my blog, I don't think you're in the same trade (laughs),
but I imagine you use drivers in your work (sorry if I'm wrong).
What I first realized when I started working alone is
that tools just don't get damaged as easily. Especially cutting tools stand out.
I sometimes see shared shop tools that are worn down long ago
but still being used without replacement,
and really you should think about what's being damaged in that situation.
The saying "A master craftsman doesn't blame his tools" doesn't apply here.
Besides, I'm no master craftsman anyway.
I received a comment—in the comments section—with an analysis (or rather, explanation since it's almost certainly correct)
about the Phillips screw head on Campagnolo derailer adjustment screws.
I won't go into the fine details, but I agree with it.
In certain situations, deliberately using a perfectly-fitted Phillips screwdriver is something I agree with too.
Actually, I do that myself (laughs). I won't mention it because it touches on trade secrets,
but I was surprised that someone who isn't a bike shop mechanic
noticed this about Campagnolo derailers.
And the "thinly apply ○○" mentioned in the comment is a good idea too.
Since I apply higher-viscosity oil, I haven't tried ○○ myself,
but that doesn't attract much dust,
and most importantly it doesn't run off easily, so I think it's a good approach.
There was no email address, so I'm replying here.
If everyone did this kind of maintenance, that screw wouldn't rust.