David, I ran into the same problem years ago! Yikes! Anyhow, I now make my own. The materials list: 1. 2" length of 1/4" steel rod 2.One umbrella wire, (round). (This wire is tempered steel) 3. 3/8"L x 1/8"D steel 4. 3/8"L - 1/8" i.d. brass tubing. For shop use, I put a simple dowel handle on, instead of the "combination handle" configuration. I've made others of similar dimensions. I'll post a scan of three of my tools. Hope this gives you an idea or two. BTW, the 1/8" piece of steel is first slotted with a hacksaw and then the brass tubing is "sweat soldered" w/silver solder. Then the backside is beveled to allow a no snag when you extract the tool. Best Regards, Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon) Been There, Didn't Like It, So I'm Here To Stay! [G}
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