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Hi All,

My boyfriend is about to start training soon and I'd really like to get him a gift to show how proud I am of him. I'd like the gift to be useful and something he can use throughout his future career. However, I am totally clueless with this kinda thing and the more I look the more lost I am.
So I thought I'd come ask directly from people in the know.
What would you recommend? What is a must have for an electrician?
Thanks in advance.
Lost Girlfriend.
 
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littlespark said:
The list is endless.

Starting off, a set of insulated screwdrivers. My own are WIHA. If pockets are deep enough, then a full tool kit, with pliers, hammer, adjustable grips….


You’re going to get ten different answers from ten different people.
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Thank you and I don't mind a few different options especially with Xmas and birthdays coming up.
Love your little apprentice in your picture. Too cute!
 
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James said:
I have many meters an other bits of test equipment
some costing thousands each.
however this is the most used and most useful one of them all.

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Is the case that goes with it something that is worthwhile having or does it get discarded and the tool just being in a box instead?
 
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He eventually will need a MFT (Multi Function tester) I recommend the Fluke as the box is substantial and will take lots of other tools in the top tray, but they are expensive, have a look on e-bay as lots of electricians upgrade their gear, if you find one ask on here if its worth what is being asked for it.
 
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Voltage detector ( and proving unit) is a good shout…. It shows you care about his safety, as long as he gets into the habit of using them.

An MFT, or other expensive kit will be pointless until he’s qualified and is allowed to sign off test sheets.

You should get him to join the forum…. We have a trainee section…. Where there’s no such thing as a stupid question.
 
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Interesting that everyone has defaulted to tools and meters, does no-one wear trousers or read books anymore?

But yes, as others have said, a decent insulated screwdriver kit is both practical and should be a long-time investment. I still have some in use today that I bought with my first apprentice wages - and that was a LONG time ago!!
 
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You could get him a nice hat??

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Rockingit said:
Interesting that everyone has defaulted to tools and meters, does no-one wear trousers or read books anymore?
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I was thinking of stuff that would be with him for years. Test gear fails and needs to be replaced. Screwdrivers wear out.

I guess other stuff gets lost though, so hard to think of anything that might last for years.
 
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nicebutdim said:
I was thinking of stuff that would be with him for years. Test gear fails and needs to be replaced. Screwdrivers wear out.

I guess other stuff gets lost though, so hard to think of anything that might last for years.
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I have an old red stanley tool box been with me from day one on the tools , I just keep junk tools in it now but it has stood the test of time.
 
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Rockingit said:
Interesting that everyone has defaulted to tools and meters, does no-one wear trousers or read books anymore?

But yes, as others have said, a decent insulated screwdriver kit is both practical and should be a long-time investment. I still have some in use today that I bought with my first apprentice wages - and that was a LONG time ago!!
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Tbh books would have been my go-to but he already stocked up on those and has plenty workwear. He didn't make it easy for me.
 
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Westward, I so wish that you were my "GIRLFRIEND"
its certainly a nice present but a little out of 80% of the populations budget for a congratulations present.
 
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Lost Girlfriend said:
Not thousands (I might save a big gift til he qualifies). I've actually gone with a set of insulated screwdrivers but he has Xmas and then a birthday coming up too so I'm happy for more ideas up to about £200 I guess?
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The big-ticket items above £200 are probably best left until he has decided on features, etc, and needs it.

For £200 or so you are probably better with a couple of smaller but useful items. @marconi suggestion of the C.K Automatic Wire Stripper is a good call for much domestic work as it does a really nest job of stripping twin-and-earth cable, only down-side is tends to bite your palms if not careful - I took an angle grinder to mine to remove the bits that bite and otherwise are pretty useless.

Obviously you should check what he as so as not to duplicate stuff! The Wera insulated screwdriver sets are also a really good call.

I would add that a proper crimp tool for common terminals is worth considering. While you can get better ones (e.g. Knipex at around x10 cost), this is a good minimum choice:
www.toolstation.com

Minotaur Ratchet Crimping Tool

Tightly join two electrical wires using this latching crimping tool from Minotaur. It works by heavily compressing the materials to create a permanent bond. You can take your pick from three different settings, each designed for use with cables ranging from 0.5 mm² to 6 mm² in diameter. This...
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If you want to get something safety-related then this is an essential for professional work where you can prove your voltage tester is working before using it to check if something is live or not:
www.cef.co.uk

4299 Proving Unit

Intelligent voltage ramp testing for voltage indicators and multimeters
www.cef.co.uk

As for voltage testers, you get all sorts of options and folks here will have plenty of suggestions. I have this one and it is reasonably priced, simple (so little change of errors) and so far i have not destroyed it:
www.cef.co.uk

VT12 Voltage / Continuity Tester

Excellent value LED voltage and continuity tester
www.cef.co.uk
 
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