Mike,

You were right! (of course) I found the nearest store and visited today before going to Torrey Pines for the Buick Invitational preliminaries (golf.) The clamps on sale were black anodized with orange plastic grips and nose covers. The best spring clamps I have found. I also bought the 24 piece foam brush set marked $6.99 but on sale for $3.47. I also stopped at Frost Hardwood and purchased the Cherry for the coaming lips for $12.00. Thanks again, Steve in San Diego

> Paul,

> I've used these clamps before, they are great spring clamps, far better
> than the more expensive metal ones. The rubber tips of the metal ones
> slide around or get sliced from the metal. I agree with you on buying (the
> usually more expensive) quality tools, but these clamps have served me
> well for 3 kayaks. I now have about 3 dozen of them.

> Mike