Axefanatic

How big are people’s counters and this is a thing?

Not sure about the UK, but I think the price of cheese in Australia is highway robbery. Does that count?

Bochet. Basically caramelized honey mead.

Not OP but it usually means to specification, ie as per specified standards/procedures.

This is the most likely reason. I made a few of these when a regular Allen/Hex key is needed in a larger size than what you have on hand.