How do take an already excellent ratcheting combination wrench and make it even better? Add a flexible joint! We got our hands on the Wurth Zebra PowerDriv Ratcheting Flex Head Wrench Set to see how it compares to the dual-ratcheting wrenches we fell in love with. Pros Ratcheting closed end Slim profile fits into tight […]
Wrenches are designed to tighten and loosen nuts, bolts, screws and other treaded items. Typically wrenches are well suited for tight areas where a lot of torque is needed. There are a number of different types of wrenches, each with special uses. Make sure that you have both metric and standard (SAE) measurement wrenches in the kit you buy since there is no telling what kind of fasteners you will encounter.
When electricians need more power in their cutting pliers, extending the handle length is one way to make it happen. Why not apply the same principle when it comes to pipe wrenches? The new Milwaukee 10L Pipe Wrench with PowerLength Handle does just that. The Cheater was certainly an innovative way to give plumbers more […]
Multi-tools can be a lot of different things. They can be cheap pieces of stamped metal in the form of a shark that are functionally useless. They can be moderately effective secondary tools to help keep you from having to climb back down the ladder to get a tool for a couple of screws. Then […]
When most people picture a plumber’s wrench, they probably think of the long-handled, hook-jawed version associated with the trade for generations. Of course, they’d be correct – it’s still right tool for installing and removing pipes and fittings. But it’s certainly not the only wrench a plumber uses. We run into plenty of smaller hex […]
Klein adjustable wrench options run in the realm of size and features that will have HVAC Pros and electricians reach for, but is that really a surprise? It wasn’t for us, either. So if you’re looking on the smaller side of what adjustable wrenches offer, check out these premium models from Klein! If you’d rather read […]
Around here, we tend to get excited about some very particular things. One of those things happens to be ratcheting wrenches. For whatever reason, we just can’t get enough of them. We also happen to get really jazzed over bargains. And, really, who doesn’t? So, if you’re anything like us, you might do yourself a […]
Klein is moving further into the hand tool space with their new Klein adjustable wrench line. The series consists of four new models: 3 sizes of standard adjustable wrenches and a 2-in-1 Reversible Jaw Adjustable Pipe Wrench. We’ll get into the 2-in-1 in just a minute, but let’s start with the basics. So Are They […]
It seems like manufacturers always look for new ways to put specialty fasteners in the most inconvenient locations. That’s all well and good when things are brand-new, but when it’s time for maintenance, these fasteners will inspire language we try not to use in front of our children. Fortunately, the GearWrench Ratcheting Wrench Insert Bit […]
The toolbox. Is there a more centric piece to any garage, shop, or shed? I think not. Of course, just mentioning a toolbox can be a very subjective topic. This one term can be defined by many things. It might be the small sheet-metal box that your grandfather gave you containing a hammer, pliers, and […]
