I Found The Most Amazing NEW Tools at Europe's BIGGEST Tool Fair!

Who doesn't love a good tool fair? I popped over to Europe's Biggest Tool Fair in Cologne to scope out those rare and interesting tools and toolboxes!
I spent the whole day there, and have compiled for you my list of 10 quirky unusual tools I found at Eissenwarenmesse 2024, check it out and enter the giveaway to win a cool set of tools!
Big Thanks to Ian at Toughbuilt, Scott at Flex Tape and the team at Sata Tools for sorting us out with a prize for you all!
Buy Shadow Foam Zollstock here: shadowfoam.com/products/zolls...
Buy Ox Tool Trek Inserts Here: shadowfoam.com/pages/ox-toolt...
Buy SATA Adjustable Wrench Set here: amzn.to/4cHsp7v
Buy SKIL Electric screwdriver here: amzn.to/3PQlIGl
Buy Margin Marker here: amzn.to/3U7ddID
Buy Medid Flexometer here: amzn.to/3PUpm1U
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Check out this Tool Fair here: www.eisenwarenmesse.com/
00:00 Europe's Biggest Tool Fair
01:00 This is an Award Winning Tool!
03:15 Banter at the BMI stand
05:24 Innovative tools with ‪@KnipexToolsUSA‬
06:06 Talking Business with The Hammerstroke
06:50 My First Zollstock of the day!
07:00 Interesting Tape Measures at Medid
08:12 Let's pick up some ‪@ToughbuiltToolsToughbuilt‬ Tools!
11:10 BRAND NEW TOOLBOX AT JCB
12:06 Innovative Tools at Magnum
12:45 I'm always spotting INFERIOR FOAM!
13:40 Getta Tools was Quirky and I Loved it!
15:41 Gotta Visit the Flex Tape stand
16:20 ‪@dewaltuk7821‬ Products that aren't available in the UK!
19:28 Big fan of the ‪@OXTOOLS1975‬ Tool Trek
21:11 Is this a Toolbox we don't have at ‪@Skileurope‬ stand?
23:51 ‪@HultaforsGroup‬ are masters of the zollstocks!
24:10 Exciting Product Launch at L-Boxx!
26:30 Eisenwarenmesse Tool Fair Thoughts
27:52 #10 - Toughbuilt Reload Utility Knife
30:32 #9 - Margin Marker
32:26 #8 - Proclick Pouch
35:13 #7 - Edgemate Pro Sharpener
37:00 #6 - SKIL Electric Screwdriver
39:02 #5 - Zollstocks, Medid Tape Measure and Ox Tool Trek
43:23 #4 - BMI Pico
46:24 #3 - Sata Universal Driver
49:53 #2 - Autoloader 6-in-1 Multibit Screwdriver
51:57 #1 - Magnum Easy Grip Pliers and Tape Measures
56:05 Brucie bonus - Flex Tape and Giveaway
57:20 Let's Organise these tools!
58:13 How to Cut Shadow Foam!
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[@ShadowFoam]

If you guys are keen to see more Toughbuilt, check out my full length look at the stack tech, plus a load of accessories and tools here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2SmepZnqJmlh68si=24l5j5yFfo7HCjLs

[@daveboatman4024]

Great stuff, just subscribed to your channel! Thanks

[@Mack_Dingo]

I like how you put the 'Skil' foam in it's place😂

[@davidpollock4703]

First time watching. Great channel. Will binge it now !!

[@Gladius7]

WOW I had no idea there where so many tool brands. Bloody amazing. Subed

[@adamw2307]

Did u see anything to stop tool theft from vans there at the show??

[@mattbland9676]

This is the type of show we need in the UK! I love the diverse mix of national vs independent manufacturing.

[@ranterbul]

In the States, we only have these shows for tradesmen. I think they would be very popular if they opened them up to the public.

[@benbubear8046]

Tough Built might be my new favourite brand, the prices are so affordable for the average tradesman and the quality is unreal! Love it!

[@cerealkiller4248]

I’ve always skimmed past them before when I’ve seen them in B&Q, perhaps they’re worth further consideration. 2/3 years ago I found a Homebase own brand flathead driver, probably about 10mm. I used it for something ( chisel, podger or the like ) at the time to protect my expensive Klein driver. Afterwards I found a vertical slot on the outside of my tool bag and mindlessly put it in. I’m a self confessed tool snob, but damn, that driver is by far my most used tool………………. 😂😂😂

[@wyattskelton5481]

Cool tool finds.

[@pattheplumber100]

2:25 I have this spanner but it is made by crescent tools and you can get a socket adapter for 1/4 " screwdriver bits and 1/4" & 3/8 socket adapter. Did try and upload a Picture( but the app doesn't support it ) and the guy at work gave me the different adapters from another make, oh maybe that was Sata tools

[@tonybedford3429]

Autoloader looks brilliant, can’t believe that was invented years ago and no big company hasn’t bought into it. Mark seems a very decent bloke tbf

[@mikamurco]

I bought an autoloader from Festool in 2009 and it still works fine. There is a text on the handle "MADE IN CANADA - U.S. AND FOREIGN PATENTS PENDING." I have one for Torx bits and one for Hex bits, very handy. Next time I'd like to go to the Eissenwarenmesser, didn't know it existed ...

[@ookulelewess]

yes, it's been out a while. I've had one like 15 years or so. Everyone loves to "borrow" it and I have to go find it. Bought a second one to hide so I didn't have to waste time finding the first one all the time! hehe... but it is handy, you don't lose the bits, and you can pull them out to swap a different one into the rotation. 8^)

[@lipzc]

Love the idea of the lads from Hammerstroke giving tradesmen a way to realise the ideas they have probably had for years

[@hammerslaget]

thanks! We love it too!

[@Nermash]

I would have to say that BMI level/tape measure is the most innovative tool IMHO

[@bimble7240]

I got one of these 4 years ago at the Sandown park show. It doesn't get used very often but useful putting up shelves, mirrors and pictures if I don't have a long level to hand.

[@johnm.withersiv4352]

Quirky Tools: I recently bought a vintage push screw driver. It's basically a manual power screw driver that does not spark. I was excited about it. As soon as it came in my 12 year old daughter snagged it for her own tool box. Now I need to find another vintage one.

[@EdsETV]

Trade shows in Germany are always amazing. Loved the Sata socket set with the through ratchet design. Just brilliant

[@NiManaut]

The folding ruler is very popular in the nordic countries, in Norway we use it almost exclusively except for longer measurements above 2 meters.

[@AlexKall]

Yeah, he really wanted to promote his tape measure 😂

[@hendrix6]

Meanwhile at the Hultafors booth 23:52

[@AndrewFrancisFreeman]

I love how the guy selling the 600 euro trowel didn't flinch when you said it was expensive and he just said "Yes" lol

[@ShadowFoam]

😂 wasn;t much I could say to that really

[@benbubear8046]

I can just imagine Dave the bricklayer rocking up on site with his custom engraved £540 Towel, soon lost for ever in the site skip whilst he takes his morning dump in the portaloo

[@zachpangos7159]

Well it’s handmade Japanese, they can ask for however much they want. Doubt they’ll sell many.

[@fraserhardmetal7143]

Oh for the days of a canvas bass .... how did we build and lose an empire without all this stuff ?

[@---l---]

That is another level of 'tool you hand down for generations'

[@johnhanson3000]

It'1s great fun watching someone who really enjoys tools. Not old tools but new and exciting innovative tools. Keep the videos coming and well done.

[@jreed9185]

My 8 year old and I are now obsessed with these trade show videos. Just some great stuff coming out.

[@MrCarrera28]

Respect for the way your were so friendly and polite even after seeing so many different salesman and not getting snippy or rude despite I suspect getting quite tired.

[@backscratcher383.7]

I know the tools are quirky and awesome in their own right but you're just as awesome for going to other countries to find these tools. 😊

[@joshuagraham2163]

I believe Crescent has the wrench with pass through sockets as well

[@Treasuremonk]

I also have an addiction with storage boxes, bags, foam, glad I’m not the only one!☝🏻

[@jamesturner2403]

That little foam chat at 12:48 was really interesting. I was never sure of the differences between your product and everything else, but your explanation was very insightful.

[@ShadowFoam]

Hi James, I am very glad to hear you say that! I don;t usually bring it up in the videos often because I know not everyone is as interested in foam as I am but I am glad it has resonated with you mate!

[@wiggle871]

Same

[@zachpangos7159]

Yeahhhh, kaizen is wayyy better than picknpluck, the former lasts forever when taken care of. Picknpluck rots in the sun and just falls apart.

[@philcaira7703]

Great video, great content ,love the tools​@@ShadowFoam

[@vishaldinesh4762]

@@ShadowFoam brother I'm from India im not able to get hands on any of the tools bro maybe you start to sell them here too if we wanna import the shipping cost is more than the actual product cost..

[@KevinLee-ww3ny]

Love the Skil screwdriver and the and the Sata kit.

[@HerselLawson]

I really like the Tough Built line so far. They seem to keep coming up with new ways to make tools more functional at a reasonable price point. Love the Shadow Foam too!!

[@Treasuremonk]

Man you make tools cool! So good seeing people happy, friendly and giving things away.. made me smile

[@quimteaser]

That SATA passthrough looks nice, can't find it on Amazon UK at the moment but will keep an eye out for it in the future

[@michaelwilson3844]

Hi maybe I can help , I like you searched Amazon in comes under a different name , type in Crescent CPTAW8 11 piece3-in-1 X6 Pass -Thru £31.44 they also have a bigger set 25 piece CX6PT25 for ££53.06 hope this helps and for anyone else who is interested.

[@MrPhil1965]

Hi, I have to say that the margin marker is my favourite tool. It maybe a simple thing, but it is amazing how many people notice the exacting margins I have around my door frames,and this will make my life easier having this, amongst all the other freebies.

[@gym1989able]

Caught one video this morning. Now I'm binge watching while making lists of tools I "need".

[@syn4057]

Sata tools have been around on Amazon in the US, for a while. That type of spline looking socket is made by by many brands, now. I haven’t bought into them yet, but the pass through is get more and more desirable to me. Looking up the Sata crescent wrench. Sometimes it’s nice to travel with only a few tools to get a lot of jobs done. ToughBuilt looks nice. Another tool manufacturer I’ll look up. Still up in the air about the stacking boxes. I carry a canvas tool bag. My drill bit box, 2 cordless, 4 batteries, set of box ends, tape measure, level, bit set boxed, and a standard socket set and ratchet. Covers every thing I need. No one makes a box 5 inches high, it’s all 6+ inches and will not fit under my truck seat. Width and depth on the systems are good, but all are to tall. My canvas bag stuffs under nicely.

[@deancrow7359]

It’s great to see trade people’s ideas for innovative solutions like the cork warmer. Would love to see more from the small guy. Dean from New Zealand

[@elijahmiller458]

I'm not even a tradesman but there's something about quirky tools that I love... subscribed!

[@handsmcneil]

The thing I really liked about the BMI booth is while theyre trying some new stuff.. trying to innovate.. theyre also doing traditional things which I think is cool. And while not every idea is a good idea you still learn something.

[@ShadowFoam]

I agree, i like the mix of innovation and tradition, you get the best tools that way!

[@Val11Freya]

Never realised how much I’d enjoy watching someone go around a tool show

[@Rrevo]

Thanks so much for a look into the show. I'm always interested in how the smaller innovations get into our hands!

[@ruthmcdonald6547]

I love a tool and given our current project of converting our van to a camper I’ve just seen at least three we’d benefit from!! The Canadian screwdriver is genius!

[@jcslaw01]

The OX foldable ruler design, was originally made of wood and brass and was the British joiners standard ruler before the tape measure and was a very versatile measuring rule.

[@Bawdsey64]

I was selling the Autoloader probably 12 maybe 15 years ago, they were supplied by Festool when I was a Festool reseller here in the UK. A great product, they are so good that my daughter and my wife each have their own one in their tool kits. Remember the ladies in your life need a tool kit! Trade shows like the one in Germany are hard work, yes they can be enjoyable. The hardest show I ever did, working the booth and also going around the halls was the AAW Show in Atlanta Georgia in 2010, which was a four-day show. With the big shows you need at least two days to go around and then a third day to revisit the important booths if you need to tie down business. For me, the SATA wrench with socket set made a lot of sense but my daughter would go for the Lego set.😊

[@justinlepp9613]

That show looked like heaven we need more like this in the uk and on this scale

[@chrisperry7963]

That Sata ratchet is pretty nifty. A great tour and rundown, lots of fun stuff!

[@ShadowFoam]

Thanks Chris! 👌

[@richardsmith2887]

Love the look of those magnum tape measures and pipe grips. Also the DeWalt speaker and speaker/earbuds. Think i will be going to cologne next time myself!

[@GaryRobinson-pe6fu]

Great information given on your product and on different tools that can be purchased.

[@vadimr4866]

It's always fun noticing metric tape measures when viewing this from the other side of the pond.

[@Awesom3Adam]

Honestly really cool to understand that a lot of these stack able tool chests are all made from the same company but branded different, but love the look at the pro-click, need to check these out!

[@steadicamant]

Watching these videos is basically a gateway drug for buying more tools. Just ordered the SATA spanner. I have used shadow foam on loads of my tools. Hopefully they do kits for Peli cases in the near future.

[@robz1878]

Where did you order from? I'm struggling to find it.

[@steadicamant]

Amazon

[@steadicamant]

Also lidl or aldi did the same tool rebadged as there own for £20 so I bought a second one. Exact same tool not a clone.

[@tomjohns8498]

Next year you could have a shadow foam road trip and get supports in show reviews, Being a successful company adding unique useful tools sounds a match in heaven 😀 😊

[@ShadowFoam]

It’s definitely something I want to do more of! 👍

[@RhysTallentire-kj4rc]

Great video! Love the Lego pliers. I’ve always thought tapes could be smaller, good to see someone has eventually sorted it.

[@Ecdtheow82]

Loved the Getta tools screwdriver and Mark seemed like a really decent chap.

[@dazzafun]

Love the screwdriver quick swap idea, looked much easier than anything I have had in the past.

[@aldenorabrantesfilho4086]

Always thinking about real world situations and needs. Love that. Great job.

[@MrCubflyer]

That Knipex ferrule crimper is super handy it will get into areas a regular one wont and it has a huge range of crimp sizes , got to love German engineering.

[@croomj01]

I love the idea of the SATA pass through wrench, its simply amazing.

[@emeltea33]

I agree, that's why I bought the Crescent branded set about 5 years ago (they're called X6).

[@Gaffergy]

Very much like the BMI stuff. Definitely go back next year!. Thank you for an excellent video.

[@callumfishercom]

as someone just starting out getting a arsenal of tools together i really enjoyed seeing all these tools!

[@TheMasterMief]

Just for anyone else wanting to get the SATA tool: It is now avaiable from another brand: Crescent. Both Crescent and Sata are owned by the Apex Tool Group, so I am guessing they rebranded the tool to the brand that best fit it.

[@Gavin.Smooth]

SATA Tools are a secret gem of the tool world. I do precision machining of arms and tools of the trade for some American agencies and use SATA quite often for assembly. Solid tools. This is the first episode I’ve seen of your show. I like it. A new subscriber and looking forwards to future content.

[@adude7050]

I have used that Autoloading screw driver for years. It is a great piece of kit. I caught my first one from Canadian Tire they are now sold through Lee Valley.

[@MP-cb7zk]

Hello there, the tool that interests me the most from this segment would have to be the SATA Universal Driver set, especially the fact that they have the pass through feature on the sockets. Pass through sockets are non-existent in the part of the world where I'm currently working. Super innovative set and well thought through design. Great segment, I really enjoyed learning about the various innovations from the trade show. Thank you

[@752Rob]

Wow. Great to see all the different tools. Going to get me that Sata set. Looks great!

[@truckgotstuck]

I really like the Sata Universal Driver! So compact for covering so many sizes!

[@Dakota-fi8wl]

really like the easy grip plyers that could come in handy when moving from different types of irrigation pipe clamps.

[@simonking6983]

Love the blade sharpener. Having all the differing angles self contained is awesome!

[@ookulelewess]

I wonder if it has a chart inside or inside the lid/flap that indicates what things might have what angles.. or do you just line the edge up with each and find a match? Nice to have choices to get the proper angle!

[@NordicSpartan]

Great seeing innovative products, I quite liked the autoloader!

[@inquisitivewolf]

Thanks for the great video. Love your enthusiasm for innovation. The autoloader 6-in-1 looks awesome.

[@LiveMusicTech]

Really appreciate your honest and down to earth approach in these videos and first impressions. Keep up the good work! I’m also heading to my first tool fair in Exeter later this month and I’m keen to know if there are any particularly interesting or quirky tools to keep an eye out for. Any suggestions?

[@johnwalkerlrpsbahonsphotog1140]

Its fantastic to see what other countries have to offer. Language barrier does not seem to be a problem in this sector of the market.

[@MikeHughes-dp7on]

Hi, Thank you for a brilliant video, what a great enthusiasm you have for tools! As a keen diyer I love to see new and useful additions to the toolbox. That Cologne tool fair looks awesome. I'm definitely looking into Sata products now, and the Skill driver is great. Best wishes and thanks again

[@stephenlipton525]

Loved most of the top 10. But if I had a choice the Lego pliers to give to my grandson would be great. He loves getting out to the shed and helping grandad. I hope he keeps his enjoyment of working with his hands as he grows up.

[@spencerhawkins8092]

I would be interested in both seeing more booths in the show next year and would buy the tools if you brought a couple over. Keep it up, another great vid 👍

[@gmoney12345678]

That shadow foam is the BOMB! No more pick a part foam!

[@DebsHill1]

that Ox tough rule was made by a guy from New Zealand who made “the good rule”, and Ox bought it from him. it was some great Kiwi innovation.

[@user-bh3lz2xn7g]

Those SATA Lego plyers are AWESOME!!!

[@mickwilson127]

I love your shadow foam stuff. I’d love to be able to make a tool wall for our community workshop with it. You gotta love a tool show👍👍👍Germany makes great tools with great steel.

[@joeking4206]

This was presented to me by “the algorithm” and I found it fascinating. I’ve been an aircraft engineer and car/motorbike tinkerer for many years and I do like a nice tool (Missus!). I had no idea just how big an industry it is. I’m aware of quite a few brands but nothing like the amount at that Cologne show. Nice one.

[@oliverkeenaghan1392]

The Auto loader and the Sata set are my favourites, both clever space saving designs!

[@Markknox3]

I have to say going around that exhibition I would have been there for ages. I love ingenious tools. Starting to fall for the toughbuilt bits. Thanks for the great videos and content 👏🏻

[@ShadowFoam]

Well, you are in luck Mark, because you are one of the winners for this giveaway! We drew the winners in one of our latest videos and your name was picked out fifth! Congratulations, please email my staff at [e-mail] to organise shipping your prize to you!

[@OldFaithfull]

Lots of fun stuff. The Ox triple stack looks useful, but I'm really looking forward to getting my hands on the spring-loaded auto grips.

[@clivebailey5398]

Wow what an amazing show ! Would love to have gone around that. Before i retired was lucky enough to go around the nec shows but still love tools and building projects. The skil screwdriver looked pretty good Keep the vids coming cheers

[@SteveVanceIsAwesome]

I use the Toughbuilt tool bag connection system and love them. I like being able to switch what tool bag I have on my belt at any time. Their saw horses are really great as well.

[@theoblanks8364]

that super compact tape measure looks awesome! crazy how tight it must be wound

[@hpk8191]

That tape level contraption looked quite neat too but I really need to source on of those knife/scraper thingies from somewhere.

[@SolarTara]

The Dewalt booth speaks volumes about that company ;)

[@SolarTara]

16:22

[@anthonyfoster3605]

just discovered your site and I'm blown away with what you are showing us.

[@conormcilmurray8046]

Tough Built is defiantly favourite, the innovation for the scarper knife and the storage system looks quality.

[@IAAITKEN]

Never heard of the flex stuff. Have seen that advert before though. Another great video. Did wonder if I’d watch it at an hour long but was a good watch and kept it interesting!

[@TomFynn]

At a local supplier for building materials here in Germany, I found what they called a "Kraftspaten" lit.: force spade. Costs about 150€ but that thing is an all-metal beast. The blade alone is something you'd find on a guillotine. You'd need some umph to use it. And steel tipped boots. But if you ever had a spade break or bent when you gave it a bit of a wellie, as I have, this one won't. As the guy in the shop said, it's pricey, but you'll never have to buy another spade. Or guillotine.

[@MaltandMake]

Great video but I'm also impressed at just how informative the comments section is! Great job creating a such a cool community and hope we can catch up again at Makers Central!

[@AlastairEccles1]

Love toughbuilds products! So jealous of the trip! Number 2. Autoloader looks a great addition to the toolbox! 🤞

[@GrahamClarkson]

Thanks for the enthusiastic way you present the innovative finds. The white zollstock rulers are like gold dust.

[@AndzejsDar]

I really appricietaa all these tools, these videos, show some new stuff in the field, so i can find out what i might get for my workshop !

[@JohnField-xh1xu]

Just bought that socket set, love it. Would never have known I’m about it until I saw it in this. Thanks

[@trentmunn9486]

Love your upbeat persona. Great interactions.

[@iandixon3857]

Number 3, Sata, love the multi-tool, a socket that fits any nut and it's fits nuts on a threaded bar. Great looking and practical tool.

[@nikolus24]

Definitely need to get my hands on that skil twist driver. Looks really good for those jobs you really shouldn't grab the drill for.

[@georgeemanson]

Just love the "Autoloader Multi-Bit Screwdriver"...... great idea &n looks good quality for long reliable use.

[@reeeevo1]

Would definitely buy that pico level. Perfect for mounting work!

[@maxfreijah5216]

I I'm 16 and just trying to make my collection bigger to I love seeing your videos just to see what you have

[@ianmarywilliams]

I love the Sata tools. my grandson has just started an engineering apprentiship and is expanding his tool box any of these would come in handy.

[@930stefan]

Hi, i'm a french viewer of your channel and just loved your tour at this german tool fair !! I think the Sata wrench would be my prefered tool from this stunning list. Keep on making us discover some new and great tools.

[@ultimatum_]

I really like the BMI Pico tape, the fact you could use it as a ruler is pretty cool.

[@simon-kn1wf]

Love shadow foam, the smaller and longer tape measure is an ace idea. Love to win a give-away kit

[@c2music2]

I'm glad you offer bulk pricing on shadow foam am doing my workshop now and when i get to organizing I'm going to use it

[@littlebluedinosaur]

Sata socket multi tool is already unavailable with no expected restock on Amazon, definitely my favourite of the video. The easy grip looks like a great innovation too.

[@richardtasker9341]

I love the adjustable wrench with the sockets that fit into the ratchet at the end, what a cracking idea. Just started getting a few Ryobi items inspired by your shadow board, just need a few more bits and then can get a board made up. Thanks for all the content, great channel and look forward to what’s next.

[@declanmccarthy4303]

I've always loved a clever mechanism or a bit of innovation but I realised, watching you talk about the 35mm depth of cut for the tape measure, that a scalpel with a ruler printed on could be a great bit of useful innovation for your cut kits

[@cubluke]

I've been building my home toolkit for a while now and I really like the look of the Sata multi tool and that Canadian multi-bit screwdriver. I'll be hunting them down!