What other wrench brands have something similar to wrightgrip/wrightdrive?

[sseddon641]

I am looking to replace my craftsman rp wrench sets and have been looking really hard at ordering some wright wrenches like this. http://www.jdindustrialsupply.com/wrto95pcfupo1.html

What other companies make wrenches similar to these? I know snap on does as well but they are way above my price point.

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

Proto, GearWrench, Carlyle, and I think Armstrong (could be wrong).

 

[neonlazer]

Can't really get any better for the price for WrightGrip. I just bought the satin version of that set and I'm in love. It's practically a cheaper version of the FD+. I know Proto has their non slip wrenches and a few others have notches.

 

[Ruger_556]

Carlyle, Proto, Matco, MAC, and Snap On off the top of my head

 

[BirdMobile]

The Carlyle long pattern are really nice - I'm slowly (1 wrench at a time) putting together a metric set of them. They have the little "gripper" teeth like the Wright Grip, and also have a "flat" base at the circumference of the box end, for more wrench contact to the fastener. The size is deeply stamped into both sides of the wrench.

Like all Carlyle tools, the chrome is perfect, the forging is nearly flawless, and the price is right.

If the came in a version with satin finish, I'd start a religion.

 

[dnschmidt]

TOPTUL makes something that I think might actually be better than the groves used by the manufacturers already mentioned. They make a version of their Super-Torque wrench called the Dynamic which sort of is a combination open end wrench and flare nut wrench. See the picture. These really grip well.

 

[JDon99]

TOPTUL makes something that I think might actually be better than the groves used by the manufacturers already mentioned. They make a version of their Super-Torque wrench called the Dynamic which sort of is a combination open end wrench and flare nut wrench. See the picture. These really grip well.

I can't see that design gripping as well as the Wright Grips.

 

[ihateminimumwage]

Geez, so little love for the Williams SuperCombos.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DO16QY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Made in the USA by Snap-On, have nice solid beams, have the same style open end as the Snap-On FD+, and they grip rusted or stuck fasteners GREAT.

I sold my SAE Snap-On set to replace with Williams SuperCombos because I liked the thicker beam.

 

[amolaver]

i've got the 958 set (epsteins ordered it for me at a great price) and they are fantastic 'standard' combo wrenches - the best i've used. they are not particularly long, but the thicker beam gives a much rounder edge to grip. much easier on the hands. finish is fantastic. the wright grip serrations on the open end can mar fasteners, but AFAIK, so does all of the similar technology. you can apply a LOT more force because of it without rounding stuff off.

almost all other brands now offer something similar as far as extra grip for the open end - as others stated, gearwrench, proto, all the trucks, carlyle, etc. the gearwrench stuff works well too, but doesn't hold a candle fit and finish wise to the wright. of course, they don't cost nearly as much either and are made offshore (if that matters to you). i don't have any functional complaints about the GW, but the wright is definitely a step above finish-wise.

i'd also add that i broke a wright a ratchet (the 3/8 drive in a 1/4 body) and they were fantastic to deal with; one phone call, and the kit arrived in a few days. no hassle, no hard time on the phone, just a pleasant and easy conversation. their sockets are also top shelf - they show a level of quality uncommon outside of the trucks IMO for much less money.

ahm

 

[theluke]

Are you talking about the teeth in the open end? Just about every tool company that makes wrenches has that now, even the chinese made craftsman.

 

[dnschmidt]

I can't see that design gripping as well as the Wright Grips.

I can't see why not. The nut is held in what amounts to a partial box end wrench. It's held by more than the two flats. They have worked great for me but I live in Arizona where a rusty bolt is unheard of. I can't see how little groves on the wrench flats can work better than having the nut surrounded by gripping teeth like in a flare nut wrench.

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

Geez, so little love for the Williams SuperCombos.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DO16QY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Made in the USA by Snap-On, have nice solid beams, have the same style open end as the Snap-On FD+, and they grip rusted or stuck fasteners GREAT.

I sold my SAE Snap-On set to replace with Williams SuperCombos because I liked the thicker beam.

Those do look nice for the money.

 

[ihateminimumwage]

Those do look nice for the money.

Definitely a lower price now than when I picked mine up a couple of years ago.

SAE set that replaced my Snap-On set (3/8-1"):

Open end (1"):

Length of one of the smaller wrenches (9/16"):

Fit and finish is excellent, the extra length is also a great bonus over my old Craftsmans & Protos. Thicker beams don't cut into the hands like my Snap-On set did. Of the wrenches I've used, these are at the top for me.

 

[BirdMobile]

Definitely a lower price now than when I picked mine up a couple of years ago.

SAE set that replaced my Snap-On set (3/8-1"):

Open end (1"):

Length of one of the smaller wrenches (9/16"):

Fit and finish is excellent, the extra length is also a great bonus over my old Craftsmans & Protos. Thicker beams don't cut into the hands like my Snap-On set did. Of the wrenches I've used, these are at the top for me.

Are they available with a satin finish instead of the full polish? My next set of wrenches will be satin - full polish is just too slippery with oily hands.

 

[shanny19]

Are they available with a satin finish instead of the full polish? My next set of wrenches will be satin - full polish is just too slippery with oily hands.

They're even available in Red or Yellow if you like....
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...ield-keywords=williams+high+visibility+wrench

 

[SlowAl]

+11 for the Williams Supercombos. When you're really cranking down on them those beefy beams are a handsaver. Fit and finish on either the polished or satin is outstanding.

 

[Fcvapor05]

I can't see why not. The nut is held in what amounts to a partial box end wrench. It's held by more than the two flats. They have worked great for me but I live in Arizona where a rusty bolt is unheard of. I can't see how little groves on the wrench flats can work better than having the nut surrounded by gripping teeth like in a flare nut wrench.

They look like they provide the same indexability as a 12-point box end, but on the open end. That's a useful feature, but you're not getting any more gripping power if you're using the flats straight on to the nut than you'd get with a regular open end wrench.

 

[FMC1959]

I have heard that many of the top names used in the US have something similar to WrightGrip, how about the top European names? There are many fans of Hazet, Stahlwille, Facom, Beta, Gedore...and so on, do any of these makers offer some kind of a "grip" on the open end of their wrenches?

 

[franzdom]

Why would you not get the Wrights?

 

[FMC1959]

I have a set of the Wright 952's, I am curious about the European brands.

 

[monomach]

Are you talking about the teeth in the open end? Just about every tool company that makes wrenches has that now, even the chinese made craftsman.

There is only one particular type of Craftsman wrench that has them. 99.9% of Craftsman wrenches sold do not.

It's Craftsman Max Axess. They're buried under a deluge of regular, Pro, Spline, Mach series, and Industrial wrenches, so most consumers haven't even seen them.

 

[wild cowboy]

The Carlyle long pattern are really nice - I'm slowly (1 wrench at a time) putting together a metric set of them. They have the little "gripper" teeth like the Wright Grip, and also have a "flat" base at the circumference of the box end, for more wrench contact to the fastener. The size is deeply stamped into both sides of the wrench.

Like all Carlyle tools, the chrome is perfect, the forging is nearly flawless, and the price is right.

This.

I have the exact Carlyle set you mention, would not trade them for WrightGrip (though I do like those as well)

 

[Bobdog]

Geez, so little love for the Williams SuperCombos.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DO16QY/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Made in the USA by Snap-On, have nice solid beams, have the same style open end as the Snap-On FD+, and they grip rusted or stuck fasteners GREAT.

I sold my SAE Snap-On set to replace with Williams SuperCombos because I liked the thicker beam.

I bought a set of those earlier this year. Very nice tools.

 

[FOCUS.FREAK]

I have the craftsman max axess wrench set. In both metric and standard. If you would like me to take some pictures of them I can, just let me know. I was hoping to see them in store but it was an only online purchase.

-Jordan

 

[Exceller8]

If I had the extra $$$ I'd go with the Wright's, but I opted for the Carlyle's when they were on sale and they're awesome!! I'm really happy with them for the money. I'll probably upgrade to the Wright's at some point simply because I really want them.

 

[aaronrkelly]

I have a full set of Williams Supercombos in SAE and metric - WAY cheaper then the Wrights......which I were my first choice.

Couldnt justify the extra money though.

 

[wild cowboy]

If I had the extra $$$ I'd go with the Wright's, but I opted for the Carlyle's when they were on sale and they're awesome!! I'm really happy with them for the money. I'll probably upgrade to the Wright's at some point simply because I really want them.

I love Wright tools, don't get me wrong, but not convinced that they are an "upgrade" over the Carlyles, those two are about a toss-up.

 

[espyking83]

Re: What other wrench brands have something similar to wrightgrip/wroightdrive?

Proto ASD's were pretty nice, but more expensive than Wright's.

 

[sseddon641]

Thanks guys! I'm going to be doing some shopping and if I have enough left over money after Christmas shopping I'll be getting myself a nice present.

 

[catalytic]

I finally just bought the Wright full polish 5/16 to 1 1/4" 15 piece wrench set. When they arrived, I was really surprised at how heavy duty the larger wrenches are and the overall quality of the fit and finish -- they are the nicest wrenches I've used out of many USA wrenches. NOS sets and slightly used sets come up on that big auction site for half price or better. IMHO, there's no reason not to get the Wright

 

[FMC1959]

On the used or NOS, make sure they are WrightGrip, if not depending on how much you are saving, new might be better

 

[yjWrangler]

My Gearwrench non ratcheting wrenches have something similar, although not nearly as good

 

[drchinn]

Sorry to be bringing this thread back from the dead, but i am curious as to what is the difference in length between the wright wrightgrips and the napa long patter with the similar teeth in the open end. the COO doesn't bother me too terribly much just length, as the prices are somewhat equal. I have a 1" wrightgrip and a few others i picked up at a flea market that i could measure if someone that has the long napa ones could post their length. The carlyle would be easier for me to warranty as there is a Napa close the wrights I am unsure of other than sending them off. Thanks in advance!

 

[u118224]

Why would you not get the Wrights?

Mainly because the Williams are longer than the Wrights. I checked the specs on the 17mm and the Williams is about an inch longer than the Wright. I prefer longer pattern wrenches.

Edit: Argh, I didn't realize this was an old thread!

 

[dede2897234]

Sorry to be bringing this thread back from the dead, but i am curious as to what is the difference in length between the wright wrightgrips and the napa long patter with the similar teeth in the open end. the COO doesn't bother me too terribly much just length, as the prices are somewhat equal. I have a 1" wrightgrip and a few others i picked up at a flea market that i could measure if someone that has the long napa ones could post their length. The carlyle would be easier for me to warranty as there is a Napa close the wrights I am unsure of other than sending them off. Thanks in advance!

drchinn,

I have a copy of the NAPA Carlyle catalog. For the Carlyle 1", 12 pt, full polish long panel combo wrench, the overall length is 14". Please post the other wrench sizes you bought at the flea market. I will look them up in the Carlyle catalog for you.


Dave

 

[HanShotFirst]

They're even available in Red or Yellow if you like....
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_n...ield-keywords=williams+high+visibility+wrench

Any idea what the red and yellow finishes are? Paint, powdercoat?

 

[drchinn]

DEDE-
my wright 1" is 13 1/4 long
I bought 1 SK 15/16" it is 12 1/4 long
and a 13/16" wright that is 10 1/4 long

Dave i appreciate you taking the time to look them up for me as i could not find the dimensions online or at the desk when i stopped in there today to ask, also do you know how their warranty process is? Is it good or does it vary by store since they are franchises?

 

[kctyphoon]

sears sells a dewalt set of 10 combination wrenches (ratcheting and non-ratcheting) that are VERY simialr to proto's grip design from pictures ive seen. the non ratcheting wrenches are longer than the ratcheting ones, and go on sale for as low as $24 for a set of 10 (my store has this deal now, $39 for the ratcheting sets that are normally $99)

article showing proto wrenches and head design -
http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/2013/03/proto-anti-slip-design-combo-wrenches-revie/

dewalt's head -


they both claim 400% "better grip"

 

[Leoruiz]

DEDE-
my wright 1" is 13 1/4 long
I bought 1 SK 15/16" it is 12 1/4 long
and a 13/16" wright that is 10 1/4 long

Dave i appreciate you taking the time to look them up for me as i could not find the dimensions online or at the desk when i stopped in there today to ask, also do you know how their warranty process is? Is it good or does it vary by store since they are franchises?

Quit talking warranty nonsense about wrenches . If you're a miracle man (or an idiot) that manages to break one, you'll be a rock star. Most of my wrenches are abused and over 20 years old. Some are 50.
Just buy a good brand and go have a beer,