And since a screwdriver is made for twisting rather than prying, what is wrong with twisting a screwdriver in the slot that is formed between the paint can and the cover? Bill Maxim, RPT To answer your question: It dulls the blade! That's the short answer. The long answer is: IMO, if you get in the habit of using "whatever is handy" for whatever job you are immersed in, then you will develop poor tool habits and probably poor skill habits and many times poor quality work. That was the philosophy my olde shop teacher was trying to convey. For me, it stuck. Yes, there are times when "making do" gets the job done, with decent quality, etc. However, I would rather "make" a tool specific for a specific job and only use it occasionally, resulting in better results, than mess up my expensive tools, cobbling them, by using them for something they are not intended to do. I guess it's ok if all your tools are from Sears, where, no matter what, if the tool breaks, take it back for a new one, ....no questions asked. Even that, is no longer true! Sears will only honor certain tools, nowadays. :-( DAMHIK! As we, as a difinitive group, pride ourselves in the finest craftsmanship, I think we should always strive to enhance that "craftsmanship" by learning about our tools and using them properly. Flame suit zipped tight/full frog! Best Regards, Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon) Been There, Didn't Like It, So I'm Here To Stay! [G}
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