Show whole topic Jul 25, 2016 9:06 pm
Colin M34 Offline
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Registered since: Dec 01, 2007
Location: Suffolk, UK


Subject: Re: Everyday tools for journeys?
Hi Guys,

As well as the usual tools,having been a GPO technician I like to have my trusty "quick grip" pliers to hold small nuts. I seem to recall the "rate book" item description was "pliers QG No 1"

As an example, take a look at eBay item number 311415017726 or http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/bt-gpo-tools-engineers-wilkinsons-533251546

They do turn up at car boot sales. eBay is also a rich supply

Old technicians also like to have a pair of "81's" - a pair of long nose pliers to you and me.

GPO tools were of very high quality and when we joined as apprentices we were issued with a personal tool kit. We were also given a tool kit number and a record book, and told it was a disciplinary offence to lose any of our tools but the stores would replace them if they were broken.

I still use the screwdrivers. For those in the know, number 4 is my favorite.

The younger apprentices were called "youths in training" and we were referred to as "rank and file employees." How times have changed...

Cheers

Colin