Bonsai Tool improvise container or bag
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BunjaeKorea
Omono
You can use a tool box or anything convenient. I keep my stuff in a tool box and then use an electrical tool belt to hold things while I work. Just remember to clean and disinfect your tools after you use them and keep oiled with a non toxic oil.
What do you use to clean and sharpen your tools? Thanks for the reply
Sansui
Shohin
Pieces of closed cell foam 1/2″ or 3/4″ pipe insulation works very well to protect the sharp, polished cutting surfaces of my bonsai tools while in storage. If the tool roll pocket openings are the right size you can also insert the foam insulation into the pockets to protect the cutting ends of smaller tools.
Sansui
Shohin
In lieu of traditional fabric /leather tool rolls, tool boxes or tool brief cases, inexpensive silverware trays work well.
Wires_Guy_wires
Imperial Masterpiece
I throw mine on a shelf. I don't travel with my tools, so I don't need a belt or toolbox. If they get dull and/or blunt, I'll just buy new ones. They're cheap chinese tools for less than 10-20 bucks a piece, delivered to my home for free.
I've tried sharpening blades and tools and I seem to screw it up every time. Getting them sharpened would cost me more than they are worth. The only tool I own that has any sentimental value is a victorinox pocket knife I got from my mom when I was 9 years old. That one deserves professional care. All the rest is just a tool, and they are used as such.
My concave and knob cutters tend to stay sharp for at least 4-8 years at the rate of which I use them. I base this on other gardening shears I have that are of the same quality, because I haven't been into bonsai for more than 3 years.
Wire cutters are a different story, I get those at the dollar store for about 3 dollars a piece and I buy a new one every year.
I've tried sharpening blades and tools and I seem to screw it up every time. Getting them sharpened would cost me more than they are worth. The only tool I own that has any sentimental value is a victorinox pocket knife I got from my mom when I was 9 years old. That one deserves professional care. All the rest is just a tool, and they are used as such.
My concave and knob cutters tend to stay sharp for at least 4-8 years at the rate of which I use them. I base this on other gardening shears I have that are of the same quality, because I haven't been into bonsai for more than 3 years.
Wire cutters are a different story, I get those at the dollar store for about 3 dollars a piece and I buy a new one every year.
Joe Dupre'
Omono
I've been using one like this since day one. Holds tools well and has enough space for a little wire and even a turntable.
BunjaeKorea
Omono
I use cleaning alcohol to disinfect the tools and afterward just rub them down with extra virgin olive oil or general grape-seed oil.
It depends what tools you have. Cheap tools can be sharpened on a grinder, more expensive tools may need to be professionally sharpened.
just.wing.it
Deadwood Head
Can always go hood style.
Can it really be considered "misuse"?
penumbra
Imperial Masterpiece
I use camelia oil like that used on Japanese swords.
Sansui
Shohin
Misuse? To be jailed by a dairy farm? Udderly ridiculous!
JudyB
Queen of the Nuts
What I use - I can put straightened used wire in one and tools in the other, then stack and carry as one.
Akro Mils 09185 18-1/4" x 13-3/4" x 8-3/4" Tool Caddy - Cleaning Product Tote - Amazon.com
Akro Mils 09185 18-1/4" x 13-3/4" x 8-3/4" Tool Caddy - Cleaning Product Tote - Amazon.com
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RKatzin
Omono
I use one of my wife's old shoulder bag/purse. It's all slots and pockets and zippers. Each tool goes in a separate slot. Eyeglasses and small accessories go in the pockets.
