(Part 2) Best adjustable wrenches according to redditors

Depends on what he likes. I'm almost out of my 20's but I've been trying to wear nicer things to work. This involves nicer shirts. So I need collar stays. They're a little expensive but way too badass if you can just whip one out and open something for someone. Part James Bond part Maxwell Smart. There are also companies that make plain (non tool) collar stays in exotic metals (tungsten, silver, titanium, gold, etc.)

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If he's into knives there's:

• This really light pocket folder.
  
• This credit card thing that folds into a knife.
  
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  If he's an outdoorsman, sometimes you need to cut things down, so here's a pocket chainsaw. There's always sweedish fire steel as well.
  
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  If he likes tools there are tones of things to get him like this hydrolic wrench.
  
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  Does he like some snacks?
  
  
• Slant shack jerky? Holy crap, maybe a giftcard. Build your own jerky is an awesome idea. Doesn't look like they do those.
  
• By that same token, then, maybe an Omaha Steaks giftcard. Have to be a bit high to make it effective. Probably not the best stocking stuffer then.
  
• Maybe some beer candy. Beer caramel and taffy sounds wonderful more me. I'm not into hops but if your son likes IPAs or other hoppy beers he may like them.
  
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  Okay, so I'm a dork, but you really can't go wrong with Think Geek, Uncrate, ThisIsWhyImBroke, or just browsing around on Amazon.
  
  All of the things that I have linked are really nice, unique, and a bit out of the ordinary. They're also all from my personal wishlist.
  
  Good luck
  
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  Edit: Slantshack does provide gift packs though... specifically a stocking stuffer.
  
  Edit #2: I stand corrected, slantshack does provide gift cards! GO HERE.

http://www.amazon.com/Apex-Tool-Group-AC8NKWMP-Adjustable/dp/B000EOJUI0

(Take that mechanism, add a leadscrew to it...)

Now who's laughing?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C11UIW6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_q5m1Db4A53J0Z

Edit: /s

Buy her one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C3NF1CQ/

Not even a gorilla can tighten a jar to the point where you can't get it open with ease using a strap wrench.

https://www.amazon.com/OTC-24-Ratcheting-Chain-Wrench/dp/B000I1R27K

Found it. http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/ba14/#tabs

No longer available, at least on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Expedition-Tools-hk1-Hydrokinetic-Adjustable/dp/B001LQH1NQ/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

Basin wrench

Find or make something like this and you shouldn't have to break the jar

I was about to tell you not to use vice-grips as a wrench, but then I googled it. Buying the hell out of one of those now, thanks.

Throw a new gear case into this beast. It's cheaper and this machine will outlast any new machine by years.

as far as moldy smell. Take the tub out and scrub the plastic outter basket. Take you an hourish. https://www.amazon.com/Supco-TB123B-Spanner-Wrench/dp/B07J2NCTSK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1550971912&sr=8-2&keywords=TB123B

The bare essentials:

I have all of these in my basic tool set, and save for major mechanical issues or upgrades, I haven't needed a trip to the shop yet.

• A decent hex wrench set; the Park Tool AWS-8 fits all of the nuts on my bike.
  
  
• A decent wrench set; you can probably get away with a crescent wrench, but a few that actually fit your bolt sizes are nice to have.
  
  
• Tire levers, a patch kit, spare tube, CO2 inflator, or whatever other implements you'd use to fix a flat. A bit of an investment, but it'll save you a trip and an annoying recurring cost every time you need to fix a flat.
  
  
• If you don't have a chain that has a master link, you'll want a decent chain tool for removal, cleaning, and maintenance. Master link really is the way to go, though.
  
  
• If you're running your Fuji fixed, you need a good chainring bolt wrench. I know my chainring has a nasty habit of going loose far from home...
  
  
• A spoke wrench. It's not going to be super effective without a truing stand, but if a spoke goes loose on the road or you just need to make a minor adjustment, it can bail you out.
  
  Last, but not least, consider picking up a copy of the Big Blue Book or similar comprehensive repair guide. There are plenty of resources available for free on the internet, but I like the BBB because it has pretty pictures and makes for excellent bathroom reading. I also don't feel bad about getting grease on it, like I would with my laptop!
  
  As far as the move is concerned, I would recommend having your LBS package it and ship it to your new LBS for reassembly. They'll pack it correctly, and give it the once over and make sure it's safe to ride once it gets to your new home. You could probably do this on your own, but some things are better left to the professionals.

I'm not sure what you are referring to as a wrench.

This is what we would call a spanner wrench.


And OP's photo, we just call wrenches.

I've got a 4" crescent wrench that's big enough for most of the bolts on a fixture. Just can't do the yoke bolt.

http://www.amazon.com/Crescent-Adjustable-Wrench-4-Inch/dp/B00002N7RE

Putting this a bit higher up but:

Large Opening Adjustable Wrench Spanner with Short Handle 4 inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NSPH8RX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EZbnDbCC504B6

It took me thirty seconds to find an adjustable spanner like this. I can assume there are more.

Channellock 8SWCB Slim Jaw

3/16 jaw thickness

1 1/2" opening

It's 8" in length, but you could always cut an inch or 2 off the handle if you need it shorter

https://www.amazon.com/Channellock-8SWCB-Adjustable-WideAzz-Opening/dp/B00VBPY91O

Just to add, and this is important: The tools you use the most should be the best quality you can afford. It will seem crazy expensive, but it will save you a lot of time, fustration, stripped bolts and replacement tools.

Something like hex set from 3-13, allen keys 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 12 and the same sockets. Two of each screwdrivers and a big adjustable wrench. And spark plug socket.

1 and 2 and 3 and you are better rolling than me. Might be overkill, might not, depending on your wallet. Still need a few bits but that will cover most you will ever need besides random stuff.

No, the one above proved to be a bit small. This medium-sized one seems more appropriate: https://www.amazon.com/Tools-VISE-GRIP-Locking-Wrench-Cutter/dp/B00004SBBD

it's a common tool. Grainger has 'em:
https://www.grainger.com/category/spanner-wrenches/wrenches/tools/ecatalog/N-167t

So does Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/OTC-4791-Spanner-Wrench/dp/B00BVL7ZBY/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1521145027&sr=8-7&keywords=spanner+wrench&dpID=31Xpk9QxPUL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

make sure you get one the right size. They also have kits that don't have the hinge, but you get a number of fixed size wrenches.

If you're handy with a cutting torch you can make one.

Note: In the UK, a spanner wrench means something else. At least it did as far as the service manual goes for my old '66 MGB.

Edit: A hydrant wrench might also work, if you have an industrial supply around.

They are all more or less the same, I personally prefer the ones that have extendable handles like this rigid one
https://www.amazon.com/RIDGID-31175-10-inch-17-inch-Telescoping/dp/B0009W6THM/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=basin+wrench&qid=1554077676&s=gateway&sr=8-4

Looks like you might be able to get a basin wrench in there.

https://www.amazon.com/Wolverine-PST151-Basin-Wrench/dp/B001B00LCA

Typically an old hand scew clamp would have been used to clamp to the blade. You sit the clamp on the saw table top and tighten it down on the blade. The table top then prevents the blade from spinning.

https://www.amazon.com/Tools-Record-Handscrew-Opening-226800/dp/B0001LQY6W/

You can also just make your own blade clamp by butting the saw blade against a sacrificial piece of wood with the fence on the other side (blade wood fence sandwich), then clamping the blade to them.

Olympia. (Amazon link)

$76
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00TSTT2EY/ref=mp_s_a_1_19?ie=UTF8&qid=1519797935&sr=8-19&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=bahco+adjustable+wrench

Agreed; spanner wrench is the correct tool to use.

http://www.amazon.com/OTC-6613-Variable-Spanner-Wrench/dp/B000F5JMEA

You need a pin spanner wrench.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000F5JMEA/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_469_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=4TYK7VFEHFKZXRH3WY00

I never lost a battle thanks to this tool

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Or spend $12 and get a strap wrench that won't mess up the gears at all..

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https://www.amazon.com/HORUSDY-2-Piece-Adjustable-Plumbing-Plumbers/dp/B07C3NF1CQ/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=strap+wrench&qid=1550495894&s=gateway&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1

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You've seen this right?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074CQPYHR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_HSY7CbR90YF73

Got a big black one too

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074CQPYHR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_K1mKAbH8XR3ZQ

Channellock makes a thin profile adjustable (supposedly made in Spain)
https://www.amazon.com/Channellock-8SWCB-Adjustable-WideAzz-Opening/dp/B00VBPY91O/

If you can get it on, this will grab it. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00004SBBE/ref=pd_aw_sims_4?pi=SS115&simLd=1

I call this Amazon Nutfucker Prime.

I've been beating one of their quick adjust wrenches around for years. I'm in theatrical lighting where 90% of day to day work is done with a c wrench. (this guy: http://www.amazon.com/Crescent-AC8NKWMP-8-Inch-Adjustable-Wrench/dp/B000EOJUI0/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top)

We have the same set of tools except I replaced my adjustable wrench with this 15-in-1. It's length is enough to fit in my under-saddle bag.

Does your patch kit come with a scuffer?

How often do you use it? Releasable zip ties under the seat would work.

Edit: I keep one of [these](Stalwart 75-2105 Hawk 15 in 1 Bicycle Wrench https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0047EGT50/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_aB66ybCZZ5VD7) in my small saddle bag. It also has more holes for using zip ties if you go that route.

You want a faucet or basin wrench. Something like this:

https://smile.amazon.com/Wolverine-PST151-Basin-Wrench/dp/B001B00LCA/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1479677939&sr=8-8&keywords=faucet+wrench+tool

Bought these, never looked back. They lock up very tightly on the nut on 3 contact points and I haven't had them slip, They work great on loosening up seized tie rod adjusting nuts.

Here's the wrench we're talking about:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C11UIW6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_q5m1Db4A53J0Z

Clearly, the screw is a part of it.