Hi list, this neat tip arrived on my desk this morning from Machinists Wookshop.
When I find it difficult to place a ferrous fastener in an awkward position or in tight quarters, I slip a small, flat (3/4" diameter x 1/8") neodymium magnet into the index finger of a thin mechanic's glove. When I put on the glove, I place the pad of my finger on the magnet.
Now, the fastener will stick to the glove because of the magnet inside and I can position it where needed.
I can’t recall how many small nuts or washers I’ve lost over the years and it always seems to happen to those items you don’t have a replacement for. Since I’ve started to use this technique the frustration levels in my shop have been greatly reduced! Little tricks like this can make a big difference.
When I find it difficult to place a ferrous fastener in an awkward position or in tight quarters, I slip a small, flat (3/4" diameter x 1/8") neodymium magnet into the index finger of a thin mechanic's glove. When I put on the glove, I place the pad of my finger on the magnet.
Now, the fastener will stick to the glove because of the magnet inside and I can position it where needed.
I can’t recall how many small nuts or washers I’ve lost over the years and it always seems to happen to those items you don’t have a replacement for. Since I’ve started to use this technique the frustration levels in my shop have been greatly reduced! Little tricks like this can make a big difference.
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