Stolen Tools...

[bnelson]

Just had my van broken into and my main inspection tools stolen, in Bellingham, WA. I thought I'd post a notice here in case you run into someone trying to fence the tools. Included were a Protimeter Surveymaster w/o the plastic cap (pins exposed), A Raytek infrared thermometer, Suretest Circuit Analyzer, Pentax digital camera (cigarette pack size, all stainless), and various screwdrivers, voltage detector, multi-tool, pressure gauge, Streamlight Polystinger flashlight, tape measure, etc. The tools were all contained in a black and tan cordura tool belt. Also taken was a new 2.5 million cp cordless spot light, an XXL black leather bomber jacket, XXL fleece jacekt, and a sky blue gym bag w/ workout clothes. Reward for any information leading to the execution of the meth-heads who put a serious hold on my making a living. Cheers, Brandon.

[cfuoco]

Sorry to hear. I hope those lowlifes get caught. Maybe you could check e-bay over the next couple of days to see if some of your stuff shows up. Good luck.

[wsiegel]

Ant those idiots probably dont even know what half the equipment is for. Sorry for your loss.

[Keith Swift, PhD.]

To steal a workingman's tools is unforgivable. I know what it feels like because it happened to me, only my loss included some really expensive carbon-monoxide testing equipment as well. "An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth," ain't that the way it orta be?

[Ted Allen]

Sorry to here of your loss, people suck sometimes. Maybe Nick could gather some resources to replace them on a fair payback schedule. Might want to ask him, after all he is a pretty good guy when it's all said and done.

Just a thought.

[Keith Swift, PhD.]

Brandon, if this has strained your recources, say so. I'm sure that we'd all like to help if you need help.

[Ted Allen]

Originally Posted by kswift

Brandon, if this has strained your recources, say so. I'm sure that we'd all like to help if you need help.

Ditto. I am in if needed.

[Ted Allen]

I have a spare digi cam I will donate if needed.

I also have spare voltage sniffers.

[Roy D. Cooke, Sr]

Tips just might help other inspectors .
I had some small Gold Mailing labels made up and I put one on every thing I have including my tape measures .
Now these will only last about a week till you can not read them so what I do now is spray a coat of clear varnish .
Waite a few minutes and do it again .
I give them about 4 or 5 coats .
This seems to last for ever .
This has Got me a tape measure and a flash light that I have left behind returned to me .
I know this will not help our buddy but maybe next time .

Cookie

[Roy D. Cooke, Sr]

double post sorry

[Ted Allen]

Originally Posted by rcooke

Tips just might help other inspectors .
I had some small Gold Mailing labels made up and I put one on every thing I have including my tape measures .
Now these will only last about a week till you can not read them so what I do now is spray a coat of clear varnish .
Waite a few minutes and do it again .
I give them about 4 or 5 coats .
This seems to last for ever .
This has Got me a tape measure and a flash light that I have left behind returned to me .
I know this will not help our buddy but maybe next time .

Cookie

I etch my initials and last 4 of my SSN on all my tools, left over practices from the Government i guess.
I have still lost 1 tape measure, one fluke infered thermometer, three plug testers, 4 sets of goggles(who steals goggles), 4 Klien 10-1 screw drivers, and 1- 75K ultra stinger flashlight. All this in 3.5 years, and none of it was stolen from my truck.

I now where my tools on my belt.

[Peter Doane]

Brandon, make sure you go around and give a list of items and descriptions to the local pawn shops,.. most of them are ethical business owners. Good luck

[wforsyth]

I also have two digicams if you would like one you are welcome to it Brandon. Email me as I'm only a couple hours away from you.

inspector_wendy@yahoo.com

I'm so sorry to hear what happened.

[kmcmahon]

get on ebay daily to see if your tools are up for bid.

[Ted Allen]

Originally Posted by kmcmahon

get on ebay daily to see if your tools are up for bid.

Hey there Kevin it's nice to see you. How have you been?