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Could members please Rec/ who makes a very good or the best snapper bar euro/oval

Thanks Phil. 

The basic one that i bought from Jay's tool shop about a year ago has always done what its meant to do, i know you can get the version that tightens up on the cylinder but personally i have never needed that extra feature and my basic version has paid for itself many times over.

My 'standard' Souber has worked well everytime I've needed it..... until Friday when I had to deal with a dud Euro, and it wouldn't grip the 2 - 3mm overhang. Got the Customer in using another method, but could have done with the Matrix one that tightens up. The 'TL' one is apparently 'grim', even though that one tightens up too.

You can 'mod' the Souber, by using an angle grinder to put a slit through the ends, and a bolt through to tighten up, but I'm seriously thinking about making a rod-based version for 'zero overhang' cylinders.

When I do have to use one, normally for a speedy lock change as opposed to lock out, I use the Souber. Always served me well and done the job.

Thanks everyone for the information/tips Phil.

Open All Hours at July 18, 2010 at 8:36 PM

My 'standard' Souber has worked well everytime I've needed it..... until Friday when I had to deal with a dud Euro, and it wouldn't grip the 2 - 3mm overhang. Got the Customer in using another method, but could have done with the Matrix one that tightens up. The 'TL' one is apparently 'grim', even though that one tightens up too.

You can 'mod' the Souber, by using an angle grinder to put a slit through the ends, and a bolt through to tighten up, but I'm seriously thinking about making a rod-based version for 'zero overhang' cylinders.

Hi Simon when you say about making a rod based version,how does that grip the Euro?

Thanks Phil.

I'll send you a PM Phil.

I bought the TL snapper.. Worked OK until one of the 4mm screws snapped, 3 times on the same bloody cylinder!

I spent about 30 mins drilling and tapping the Euro head to take a 10mm bolt, and it's definitly made things better.. I can really graunch the bolt up to grip the Euro's now!

OAH, any chance of a PM re the rod based snapper?

Paul.

The Souber tool is a good one, served me very well untill now this is, works well on cylinders that have an over hang, now i will be buying the this little beauty.

Seen a few demo's on this and really like it.

Any one else find this one good.

PM sent Paul.

I made my 'Rod-based Snapper' yesterday, and am going to give it a test shortly. It looks promising and should handle 'zero-overhang' cylinders as well as 'snap-safe'.

I would be interested to see that on the locksmiths only section, could you do a video?

Hi Phil - when it comes to tools, there are those that say "this is the best" like a certain brand of yellow power tools, you'll the brand.  These are produced by the same company that produce B & D tools, yet their yellow versions are sold for £100s.  So when it comes to euro snappers I think you should buy the same as I have got.  I will bring it to the meeting on Saturday so you can have a look.  This is a lump of metal bro that does the job perfect.  I believe the one I own is a cheapie.  I've used it time and time again, there's no wear around the ends and it's a double euro snapper, one end is oval the other is euro.  I've used this on both types one movement upwrards, one movement downwards, one left and right.  Bang, job done!  Ok Phil, I hope this helps.  Can't wait to see you on Saturday.  By the way, I'll bring a surprise for everyone but Jay has first pick, I'm sure you'll agree.  All the best.  007 Dan, Westside Locks

Hi Phil - I never had time earlier on to look in Jay's tool shop.  He sells the same one that I have! I'll still bring mine on Saturday.

All the best.

007 Dan

Westside Locks

Jays shop sells the one that that I  have used for 3 years.Most times that you use this tool you have the handles off so there is plenty to grab.I use the same method as above.Can see the point of open all hours "rod -based snapper" for snapsafe cylinders so hopefully see it at Sat meeting,

Paul

Thanks for the Info Dan/Picnfix,looking forward to Simons rod snapper at theM/M Phil.

kirk roberts at July 20, 2010 at 6:51 AM

The Souber tool is a good one, served me very well untill now this is, works well on cylinders that have an over hang, now i will be buying the this little beauty.

 

 

Seen a few demo's on this and really like it.

Any one else find this one good.

Hi kirk you wont go wrong with this baby. It is a good get out of jail card to have in the van .Best thing you dont need only 2mm to overhang and jobs a good one.love it.

Rod based version sounds real good, only wish i could make it there for the next meet up or another one, to busy which makes a difference after a quiet year,

Rick,

This is the baby, lol, i cant wait for it to be delivered hopefully this week, kid with a new toy aih, i am lucky in a way that most of the jobs i have - have an over hang which is way to far, but now ventureing into repo work, so fast entry is a must.

Nice one Kirk. That looks great. Let me know how you get on with it.

I've developed my 'Rod-Based Snapper' a bit more today and it works a treat on 'Zero-overhang'. It doesn't look pretty (at the moment), but it works. I mentioned it to a very good friend tonight, and they may be able to make up a 'nicer' version.  Will keep you posted.

Still awaiting Premium Snap Tool, hopefully in the morning now.

As long as it's not from TL's you'll be fine