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Knife and blade safety 101
A couple of tips essential for knife (and sharp tool in general) use safety.
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How to keep your (kitchen) knives sharp
Do-s and don’t-s of (kitchen) knife use – and honing – explained. What kinds of knifes do you need at home?
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(Knife) Blade Sharpening 102 – Worst mistakes
The importance of keeping the angle while sharpening – and not overheating the blades.
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Ontario RAT 2 vs Kizer Sheepdog drop point 02 – First month
My experience after almost a month of having been using these two knives (see unboxing).
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Brockhaus-Heuer 120 vice review
My experience with the Brockhaus-Heuer vice.
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(Knife) Blade Sharpening 101 – Basics
The very basics of sharpening knifes and blades in general.
Bevel and blade angles, shapes, profiles, sharpening techniques etc.
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Ontario RAT 2 vs Kizer Sheepdog drop point 01 – Unboxing
Unpacking and going over basic differences between these two knives (see first month’s impressions): one “basic” with long history, one “fancy” and newly designed.
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Brockhaus Heuer vice clean, lube & remove play
I disassembled my Brockhaus Heuer vice to clean, lubricate it and then re-assebmled it adjusting for no play.
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BikeGremlin’s Knife Collection – 2026-04
My knife collection.
The Early Years: A Volvo keychain knife traded for a toy revolver.
The Classics: A Swiss Army Knife (Victorinox) gifted by my grandfather, perfect for camping and sailing.
The Workhorses: SOG multi-tool with powerful pliers and the Leatherman Charge TTi – my preferred choice for fixing bicycles and computers over the last 15 years.
The Outdoor Essentials: Simple, stainless steel Mora and Bahco fixed blades that are easy to clean after food prep.
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Pulling the bearings from a Metabo WE 9-125 Quick angle grinder
How I removed the rotor (armature) and other bearings from the Metabo WE 9-125 Quick angle grinder.
Parts drawing:
https://www.bikegremlin.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/metabo-we-9-125-quick-parts.png
Front rotor bearing:
8 x 22 x 7 mm
Rear rotor bearing:
6 x 19 x 6 mm
The plastic assembly – Metabo says:
No longer available, no replacement
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Pulling the rotor bearing from a Milwaukee HD18AG125 angle grinder
How I removed the rotor (armature) bearing from the Milwaukee HD18AG125 angle grinder.
Bearing dimensions: 12x28x8 mm; Model: 6001 Z
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Products and reviews – CAUTION!
Universal review disclaimer by BikeGremlin – exposing how modern services and products use fake upgrades and lock-ins to keep you spending. Modern products and services, fake upgrades, and the myth of future-proofing.
Bosch ProCore+ (tabless) batteries briefly discussed.
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Bosch GLI 18V-800 Cordless Light – review
Bosch GLI 18V-800 Cordless Light Runs on Bosch Pro 18 Volt batteries. My experience after having been using it for about two years.
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Bosch GLI 12V-330 Cordless Light – review
My experience with Bosch GLI 12V-330 Cordless Light after having been using it for about two years. A part of my (Bosch) 2025 power tool review series.
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Bosch GAS 18V-10 L Professional – review
Bosch GAS 18V-10 L Professional Cordless Dust Extractor (workshop/industrial vacuum cleaner). My experience after having been using it for about two years.
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Bosch GDE 18V-16 Professional – review
Bosch GDE 18V-16 Professional – Integrated Dust Extractor.
My experience after having been using it for a while.
/ a part of my (Bosch) 2025 power tool review series 🙂
Pony Jorgensen HEAVY DUTY FOLDING WORKTABLE feedback
My experience after having been using the table for a while. Note: Pony Jorgensen uses 19 mm ( 3/4 “) bench-dog holes. Common European standard (used by Festool to name one) is 20 mm.
Separate video with presentation (how it is set up, how clamps are used etc.).
Which Drill Should You Buy First? (Beginner Guide)
🔧 Which drill should you buy first for DIY and home repairs? This beginner-friendly guide explains the 3 main types of drills, when to use them, and which one is best to start with: “normal” vs hammer drill vs impact wrench.
Power Tools 101 Series:
Power tool energy source pros and cons
What kind of energy sources are common for power tools?
Petrol vs pneumatic vs electric (corded and cordless – battery-run): what are the pros and cons of each?
Power Tools 101 Series:
How Do Impact Wrenches Actually Work? (vs Drills – Explained Simply)
🔧 How exactly do impact wrenches (and impact screwdrivers) work – compared to ordinary drills? This video explains the working principles of both types of tools, including torque, levers, gear ratios, and kinetic energy – all shown with real examples.
Power Tools 101 Series:
Metabo BS 200 Plus bench grinder review
I’ve been using Metabo BS 200 Plus bench grinder for a few weeks and these are my impressions – quality, how it’s assembled, used, how to replace the stone and belt etc.
BikeGremlin forum thread related to this video:
https://www.bikegremlin.net/threads/metabo-bs-200-plus-bench-grinder-review.438/
Cheap Chinese Tools (TEMU/Aliexpress)
Is it worth buying cheap Chinese tools from the likes of Aliexpress and TEMU? What kinds of tools can you expect to be useful/decent buy from such stores?
Pony Jorgensen HEAVY DUTY FOLDING WORKTABLE Presentation
Unboxing and a presentation of the Pony Jorgensen HEAVY DUTY FOLDING WORKTABLE & sawhorse (2-in-1).
(Pony Jorgensen E-Z Clamp™ 60P model)
3 Tools I Never Expected to Use THIS Much: My Surprising Must-Haves!
In this video, I’m diving into the top three tools that turned out to be game-changers in ways I never anticipated. These tools were originally intended (and bought) as ‘nice-to-haves’ in my toolkit, but they quickly became “can’t-live-withouts.” Whether you’re into cycling, mechanics, or just love discovering versatile, reliable tools, these picks might just surprise you as much as they did me! Stick around to see why these tools have earned their place in my workshop—and why they might deserve a spot in yours too!
Bosch GAS 18V-10 L (cordless vacuum cleaner)
Unior 1613/2BI (pedal wrench)
Bosch GDS 18V-400 (cordless impact wrench)
Hyndai SAC 55751 (silent compressor)
Bosch Keyless drill chuck (SDS-plus to round adapter)
How to assemble a Bosch Keyless drill chuck (SDS-plus to round adapter) – is it good and practical?
A SILENT compressor for your workshop?
Some general tips & advice about compressor shopping and maintenance.
And my review of the Hyundai SAC 55751 silent (59db) compressor.
Thread locker on blind holes – how to do it properly
How to properly apply thread-locker (Loctite and the likes) to blind holes?
Unior 1721 bearing press problem – and solution
A (design) problem with the Unior’s 1721 bearing press – and my hack solution (Slavic engineering for the win! 🙂 )
Unior Hanger aligning tools’ problems
Some problems I’ve noticed with the two Unior’s rear derailleur hanger alignment tools (Hanger Genie 1602/5 and the 1602/2 tool).
Bicycle tools for beginners – what to buy?
What bicycle tools should you get first as a beginner – to start working on your bicycle? Should you buy any tool set?
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iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit – my EXPERIENCE
My (rather pleasant) experience with the iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit – made for electronics repairs (laptops, computers, phones and similar).
Field work tool choice and packing – on a bike! :)
How I decide which tools to leave, and which to carry when doing remote work and hauling very few tools on a bicycle
Bosch GBH 187-LI One Chuck review / presentation – FLOP? :)
My experience with the Bosch GBH 187-LI and the Bosch GBH 187-LI One Chuck. An article related to this video: Bosch Pro power tools and customer support.
The 4 Power Tool Classes Explained
The 4 basic quality classes of power tools explained. Are the “hobby” class power tools worth buying?
Power Tools 101 Series:
Park Tool ratcheting metric wrench set MWR-SET review
My experience with the Park Tool ratcheting metric wrench set MWR-SET
Milwaukee Jobsite Offset Scissors review
My experience with the Milwaukee Jobsite Offset Scissors (model 48-22-4043).
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Beta 436/1 ratcheting tap wrench review & service
Dissassembling, cleaning, lubricating, and assembling the Beta 436/1 ratcheting tap wrench. With a short review.
Wera Hex Plus hex key experiment
A simple experiment to test if Wera Hex Plus “allen” keys are really as good as they say.
Wera Zyklop ratchet – Bicyle Set 7 review
Wera Zyklop ratchet, and Bicyle Set 7 – is it good? Is it worth its price? Are there better alternatives?
Tyre Glider quick tyre (dis)mounting tool
Putting the Tyre Glider to the test – is it good, is it fast, is it better than the Pedro’s tyre levers?
Wrenches (spanners) explained
What are wrenches (spanners)? What are the differences between the open and box-end ? Is the hex profile stronger than the 12-point design?
Hogert HT1A764 flexible handle (“breaker bar”) review
My experience with the Hogert HT1A764 1/2″ flexible handle (“breaker bar”)
Dremel 4486 Keyless Chuck review
My experience with the Dremel 4486 Keyless Chuck (on a Parkside tool)
Screwdrivers & bit drivers 101
Screwdriver types and models explained. Impact screwdrivers, bit holders, handle shapes, cross-tipped screwdriver standards etc.
Motorex/Dualco mini grease gun review
My Motorex (Dualco) small grease gun review/demo – comparing it to Hazet HZ-2162M.
How to fill up (and prime) a small grease gun.
Keter (Curver) tool tray presentation
My Keter (Curver) tool trolley with drawers presentation and assembly demonstration.
Wera Hex Plus VS 50-year-old FACOM
Comparing a Wera Hex Plus “allen” keys with my 50-year old FACOM hex wrenches.
Wera Hex and Torx key sets review
My experience with the (strangely colour-coded) Wera Hex and Torx key sets. Are they good? Are they worth the money?
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