Did you know? Andreas Stihl patented the first electric chainsaw in 1926 and the first petrol chainsaw in 1929 — earning the title Father of the Chainsaw.
Did you know? Johan Petter Johansson invented the modern adjustable wrench (spanner) in 1892 while working at Bahco — the tool used by every tradesperson today.
Did you know? A British company that manufactures router cutters, saw blades, and the famous AirShield Pro — one of the first powered respirators for woodworkers.
Did you know? Invented the first portable circular saw in 1927 and pioneered the dust extraction system that is now standard in professional workshops.
Did you know? Started by making carbon-filament lamps. The Philips head screw was NOT invented by Philips — it was invented by Henry F. Phillips, a completely different person.
Did you know? One of the oldest British chemical manufacturers, originally producing turpentine substitute. Their wood preservers have protected UK homes for over 145 years.
Did you know? The name comes from "Cuprum" (Latin for copper) and "Naphthol" — copper naphthenate was the original wood preservative formula invented in 1911.
Did you know? British General (BG) has been the UK's go-to brand for electrical accessories since WWII. Their white moulded sockets are installed in millions of British homes.
Did you know? Originally a mail-order screws company called "Woodscrew Supply Company". Now the UK's largest multi-channel trade supplier with 870+ stores and same-day Click & Collect.
Did you know? Owned by Travis Perkins Group, Toolstation grew from a single store to 580+ branches in just 20 years — opening a new store almost every week.
Did you know? ITS (Industrial Tool Supplies) is one of the UK's largest independent tool retailers, known for competitive pricing and fast delivery across their 30+ trade counters.
Did you know? Named after founders Richard Block and David Quayle. B&Q opened the UK's first warehouse-style DIY store in 1980, changing how Britons shop for home improvement.
Did you know? A fast-growing online-only tool retailer specialising in premium brands like Milwaukee, Makita, and DeWalt with competitive pricing and expert product knowledge.
Did you know? Started as a small family business, Power Tool Mate has become one of the UK's most trusted online power tool specialists with over 100,000 satisfied customers.
Did you know? Tools4Trade is known for their detailed product videos and expert reviews, helping tradespeople make informed buying decisions before purchasing.
Did you know? Famous for their massive 25,000 sq ft flagship store in Devon — a destination for woodworkers worldwide. They manufacture their own brand of lathes and machinery.
Did you know? SGS specialises in air compressors, generators, and workshop equipment. They design and manufacture many products under their own brand name.
Did you know? Toolden has rapidly grown into a go-to online store for tradespeople, known for their clean website design, fast shipping, and excellent customer service.
Did you know? City Electrical Factors (CEF) is the UK's largest electrical wholesaler with over 450 trade counters. They hold £150M+ of stock for same-day availability.
Did you know? One of the oldest companies in the UK, Travis Perkins traces its origins to 1797. The group also owns Toolstation, Wickes, and several other major trade brands.
Did you know? Power Tool World is a family-run business that has grown into one of the North East's largest power tool retailers with a massive online catalogue.
The Draper 10 Piece Tap and Die Set is a compact metric threading kit designed for re-threading damaged fasteners and cutting new threads in mild steel and aluminium. Manufactured from high carbon steel, this essential toolset provides everything needed for common threading tasks in workshop and maintenance applications. This metric set covers frequently used thread sizes from 3mm to 6mm, making it ideal for automotive repairs, machinery maintenance, and general fabrication work. The inclusion of both taps and dies allows for external and internal thread creation or restoration, whilst the taper tap design ensures easier starting when cutting new threads. The set is supplied with a 1" outside diameter die holder and a T-type tap wrench with capacity for M4 to M8 threads, providing the necessary leverage and control for accurate thread cutting. The high carbon steel construction delivers the hardness required for cutting operations whilst maintaining durability for repeated use across common workshop materials. Features and Benefits: • High carbon steel construction for cutting threads in mild steel and aluminium • Complete kit includes 4 taps, 4 dies, die holder and T-type tap wrench • Covers essential metric sizes: 3, 4, 5 and 6mm threads • Taper taps included for easier thread starting • Suitable for re-threading damaged fasteners and cutting new threads Contents: 4 x Metric coarse dies: 3, 4, 5 and 6mm - 1" O/D 4 metric taper taps size: 3, 4, 5 and 6mm - 1" O/D, die holder 1" O/D, 'T' type tap wrench capacity M4 - M8
