In this section we provide reviews of screwdrivers, pliers, drivers and wrenches. We’ve also reviewed larger systems like the Sonic Tools S10 toolbox and the new GearWrench air impact wrenches. Our reviews also include specialty tools like the Ridgid telescoping basin wrench and the Milwaukee Cheater pipe wrench. Of course, socket sets make up part of the mix as well. Drivers and Wrenches on the Jobsite While at first you won’t think about sockets on a construction jobsite, the truth is there’s a lot of crossover. From driving lag bolts to performing maintenance on OPE equipment, sockets and wrenches play an important role. Drivers and wrenches take on a particularly important role when you factor in the needs of electricians. We try, whenever possible to draw distinctions between commonly-popular features and those particularly relevant to electricians. Case in point: the use of insulated screwdrivers for high voltage or similar applications.
LENOX Tools Gets Further Involved In the Hand Tool Game with Cast Iron Pipe Wrench We’ve been taking a look at the most recent line of Lenox hand tool offerings, most of which revolve around the plumbing trade. The Lenox Cast Iron Pipe Wrench doesn’t break from that trend either. It carries a near-identical design […]
Wurth’s line of ZEBRA hand tools has, so far, proven to blend ergonomics with performance. From the Wurth Zebra side cutters to the 4-piece pliers and cutters set, the grips, functionality, and design seem well-developed. Turning our attention to something less “fancy” we recently reviewed the Wurth 1/2-inch Socket Wrench Set (096513310) that includes Torx, […]
It Works Like a Pipe Wrench Should, Just Lighter Than You’d Expect LENOX Tools has added a line of pipe wrenches to their line of hand tool offerings. The LENOX Aluminum Pipe Wrench line sticks to the traditional design that you’ve come to expect with the notable exception of using aluminum as the wrench material. […]
We’ve been impressed so far with the Wurth ZEBRA tools. We’ve reviewed the Wurth Zebra side cutters and Zebra T-handle Torx drivers. Both seem to place a real emphasis on quality and ergonomics. Those two characteristics mark a great tool. Now, we got a chance to look at the Wurth Zebra 4-piece Pliers and Cutters […]
There’s a certain feeling when you wrap your hand around a quality hand tool. It fits in your hand just right and becomes an extension of your body that works with little thought. Then there are ones that you dread having to work with and plenty of other levels between the two. Today’s goal is […]
LENOX V-Jaw Pliers Adjust Quickly and Easily In certain situations and at particular angles, adjusting your plier jaws can present some difficulty. The LENOX V-Jaw and Parallel Jaw Quick-Adjust Pliers have made fitting your tool to the pipe even simpler with a quick button adjustment. The LENOX Pliers Wrench works great for more delicate materials. […]
Having already reviewed the Milwaukee 6 in 1 combination pliers, and their 6 in 1 long nose pliers, we have a good feel for Big Red’s hand tools. In our opinion, electricians should equally find the new Milwaukee 7in1 high leverage pliers extremely useful. The big deal concerns the crimpers, but we want to go into all of the […]
GearWrench Bolt Biters Now Removing Worn and Damaged Lug Nuts The GearWrench Bolt Biter Extraction Sockets have been a big hit in the industry since their 2019 launch. Building on that success, GearWrench has expanded the Bolt Biter line with the Lug Nut Extraction Sockets. These helpful additions to your tool chest are specifically designed […]
New and Improved Knipex Pliers Wrench Comes in Two Finishes Knipex now has a couple of new additions to their 12-inch pliers wrench lineup. We love these tools as they adjust easily and provide excellent leverage. If you’ve lived on the moon the past few years, these tools combine the functions of pliers and wrench […]
Get Standard and High-Leverage Cutting from One Tool Using Wurth Zebra Heavy-Duty Side Cutters Wurth Zebra Heavy-Duty Side Cutters take the traditional side cutting plier and add an extra joint to give you some extra leverage when you need it. Wurth isn’t the first to give you a higher-leverage option and we took some time […]
