Hilmor 1839015 Compact Swage Tool Kit - HVAC Tools and Equipment, Black

A must have tool for every HVAC Tech,words can't explain how great tool is this,get one you'll know what I mean.

Edit: This tool has a cheat technique available for 3/8 and 5/16 or even 1/4...swage your fitting halfway or so, then release the expander head to normally closed, then rotate entire tool 1/8 or 1/4 turn and finish your swage. This rotate technique has been most useful to avoid splitting 3/8, 5/16, and even 1/4! This tool earns 5 stars honestly, and has saved my butt on more than one compressor install, especially in tight spaces like reach in coolers/freezers. Being able to control which end to braze is also a huge plus.Original review: Splits 3/8 copper almost every time, even with a light inside ream and no chamfer. Leaves a slight octagonal/hexagonal inside impression on the tubing no matter what size attachment...and no, I don't crank hard on the handle. Everything else works well, although I use the 7/8, 3/4 and 5/8 attachments almost exclusively. Finally gave up on the 3/8 attachment today, it's easier to just grab a coupler. This is a rugged and well made tool, and comes with the price tag to match. Is it worth the money? I suppose it would pay itself off after a few hundred installs. We'll see if it lasts that long.Cost wise, it's expensive. If I were an installer all day every day, I'm sure I would be saving time with this tool around. Ironically, if I were an installer, I wouldn't spare the beer money to buy this thing.

Well worth the money

I'm still kicking myself for waiting to buy this. I've used other two handed swage tools that were half the price. Yes they do the job but not like this tools does. This tool makes my job so much more efficient. Not only do I spend less money buying couplings but it's huge when it comes to saving time. The quickness this tools has is impressive. It's fast. Easy to use. Make the copper look professional every time. If the price is the only thing holding you back. I'd say go for it. It's an investment that will pay you back in the long run. One of my favorite tools in my truck. I also have the Hilmor bender. Also a great tool. If you can get a deal on both go for it.

Though costly this is a great tool to have. I have used an imperial swage kit for 30 years. I bought this and I can say I wish they would have been made 30 years ago. Easy to use. Works in tight areas. No hammering no spinning a handle.