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Default Sheet metal nibbler vs. shears

On Sun, 1 Jan 2012 14:16:22 -0500
"Jim Wilkins" wrote:

-"Stanley Schaefer" wrote

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-anywhere else. I've got a "shoe" for the 4 1/2", looks like the base
-for a Skil saw and works the same way. Kind of a pain to put on, so
-not really worth messing with except for long cuts. It does keep the
-spark tail down. Fewer holes in shirt and pants.

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If your interested, Harbor Freight has a generic version:

http://www.harborfreight.com/safety-...ers-45921.html
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Safety Guard for Angle Grinders
Item # 45921
Fits 4" and 4-1/2" Angle Grinders
Only:$6.99

Description:

Designed for use with cut-off discs or diamond blades on your angle
grinder.
-Adjusts from 1-3/8" to 2-3/4" high to accommodate 4" and
4-1/2" wheels
-All-steel construction
-Powder coat finish
Guard blade diameter: 4" or 4-1/2" x 1/8" thick
Shipping Weight: 1.45 lbs.
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Happen to see this awhile back as I was searching for
something else...

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Leon Fisk
Grand Rapids MI/Zone 5b
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