> Haven't seen any mention yet of one of the necessities of a good crimp
> joint, which is a proper calibrated crimp tool that won't release until
the
> correct pressure is applied.  Mine cost about $60, import brand.

David,
I have seen these and I wonder....
there seems to be some variation in connectors from brand to brand...
and of course European vs American wire sizes...
so I was wondering if these expensive crimpers can handle this kind of
variation....

also the ones I saw had different 'bits' for insulated, uninsulated,
wire/connector size ranges... all of which would drive the price up well
over $100... may be worth it if it indeed does make a perfect crimp every
time... but I suspect with all the variables that this would not be the
case... perhaps having 'the feel' of experience is better?

Bill