End-wrench rolls

[JackOfDiamonds]

I'm trying to find the perfect container for end wrenches.

It's an absolute requirement for me to have the whole set of end wrenches together so I can grab the whole set and take it to whatever I'm working on. Individual cut-outs in my toolbox don't work for me at all. Wrenches hanging on pegboard don't work for me at all. I need to keep the whole set together and portable.

All the proprietary holders that GearWrenches, etc come in, are usually cheap plasticky things that are too hard to snap wrenches in and out of, or they are really just intended for display, or they don't work with other wrenches, or they are odd sizing and sequencing so they don't work with my current set, or whatever.

When I was a kid my dad had a canvas cloth thing that his wrenches went in, and he rolled them up and tied them. I'm starting to think this is a pretty smart method. Doesn't take up a lot of space, works with any wrenches, easy-ish to pull wrenches in and out...

Where can I buy those kind of pouch holders, and are there other/better types of holders I should be aware of?

 

[four.cycle]

^ There are a bazillion different types of "wrench rolls" and "tool rolls" on the market - anywhere from $15 bucks up to several hundred.
All depends upon what you're looking for.
If you start running Google searches for them, your computer will be bombarded with ads for similar products.
The more of them you add to your ebay.com "Watch List", the more will appear in your feed, and the prices will start getting lower. (Works for me every time.)
Check Tekton or Bucket Boss or...
ebay cheapie for $23 bucks but it's only 10 inches long, so not worth a damn for long wrenches or screwdrivers.
similar bag, 13 inch width $33 bucks
^ I am using something similar to that second one - holds quite a bit of stuff.

avoid leather - leather tool rolls make tools rust.

all that stuff in the photo below (except the little socket set) fits into that roll-up thing:

 

[Lazy]

I had a leather wrench roll that was bulky when rolled up. I ended going with this:

ROCKCOON 16 Pockets Wrench Roll Organizer, Rolled Tool Pouch Bag with Water Proof Oxford Cloth, Blue - Amazon.com

ROCKCOON 16 Pockets Wrench Roll Organizer, Rolled Tool Pouch Bag with Water Proof Oxford Cloth, Blue - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

Had it for about 6 months. Gets thrown into my toolbag often. Top flap covers the entire wrench of the standard snap on metric wrenches. Holds 7mm-21mm.

 

[pcrov]

I had a leather wrench roll that was bulky when rolled up. I ended going with this:

ROCKCOON 16 Pockets Wrench Roll Organizer, Rolled Tool Pouch Bag with Water Proof Oxford Cloth, Blue - Amazon.com

ROCKCOON 16 Pockets Wrench Roll Organizer, Rolled Tool Pouch Bag with Water Proof Oxford Cloth, Blue - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

Had it for about 6 months. Gets thrown into my toolbag often. Top flap covers the entire wrench of the standard snap on metric wrenches. Holds 7mm-21mm.

Those should come in neon orange, not camouflage. I already have enough trouble with tools disappearing as soon as I set them down.

 

[partsguy5768]

I'm trying to find the perfect container for end wrenches.

It's an absolute requirement for me to have the whole set of end wrenches together so I can grab the whole set and take it to whatever I'm working on. Individual cut-outs in my toolbox don't work for me at all. Wrenches hanging on pegboard don't work for me at all. I need to keep the whole set together and portable.

All the proprietary holders that GearWrenches, etc come in, are usually cheap plasticky things that are too hard to snap wrenches in and out of, or they are really just intended for display, or they don't work with other wrenches, or they are odd sizing and sequencing so they don't work with my current set, or whatever.

When I was a kid my dad had a canvas cloth thing that his wrenches went in, and he rolled them up and tied them. I'm starting to think this is a pretty smart method. Doesn't take up a lot of space, works with any wrenches, easy-ish to pull wrenches in and out...

Where can I buy those kind of pouch holders, and are there other/better types of holders I should be aware of?

Boxo tools has some nice tool roll sets

 

[Fedwrench]

Atlas 46 Products - Tool Vests, Bags, Belts, and More

Made in the USA tool belts, vests, and bags for heavy industrial use.

www.atlas46.com

Atlas46.com is like tactical gear for your tools It's not cheap but, it's very well made and will outlast you.

I don't know what size of wrench set you're looking to store. They also have a 20 slot roll.

Good luck in your quest

 

[LeeG]

I had a local leather worker make one for my Wera Joker wrenches.



I thought about getting a sewing machine and making my own from some canvas, but decided to be sensible for a change and not add more equipment to my overcrowded garage.

Lee

 

[rust in the eye]

Bull Tools sells a waxed cotton duck roll up that is very tough.
here is an example: https://www.amazon.com/16-Pocket-Crafted-Organizer-Cinnamon/dp/B07CN6MBPF?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[pcrov]

I thought about getting a sewing machine...

As an aside, get a sewing machine. After sewing elastic into my gettin'-dirty pants it became clear just how high a priority piece of equipment it was. No skill required. I sewed a patch of woven elastic to each side then cut the denim underneath.

I still don't know how to sew properly, but damn if my pants ain't comfy.

 

[NHtoolguy]

Harry J. Epstein sells some wrench rolls that might work for you.

 

[bonneyman]

avoid leather - leather tool rolls make tools rust.

I guess that's why my feet are so bad these days. Years crammed in leather boots - who'd have thunk?

And I can agree with the Bucket Boss idea. The one pictured is only my second one in over 25 years.

 

[zimman]

I've had my Step 22 for at least 5 years and love it. This is my truck roll and goes with me on the road.
Can't beat the quality but is pricey. I bought an extra wrench roll so I could carry SAE and Metric.

Pangolin™ Tool Roll

The Pangolin™ Tool Roll offers the ultimate combination of convenience and organization. It serves as both a carry tool bag and a highly organized tool roll, making it perfect for overland adventures and any tool-intensive activities. With its patented modular design, you can add or remove tool...

step22gear.com

Zim

 

[Steve_P]

I have this for my truck tool kit; it's very well made and durable.

Arsenal 5870 Tool Roll-Up Pouch, 25-Pockets, Polyester, Gray - Tool Pouches - Amazon.com

Arsenal 5870 Tool Roll-Up Pouch, 25-Pockets, Polyester, Gray - Tool Pouches - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

 

[Old tool guy]

Harry J. Epstein sells some wrench rolls that might work for you.

That’s wench roll.

 

[bwringer]

I'm trying to find the perfect container for end wrenches.

WTH is an "end wrench"?

And yes, I'll agree that a tool roll, assuming "end wrenches" are compatible, is a great solution. Tool rolls also keep tools from rattling and from getting damaged when carried in vehicles.

As to materials, canvas, heavy waxed cotton, or nylon seem to work best. Leather can work as long as it's oiled (like a gun holster).

 

[decableguy2000]

I have these and have held up well Wrench Roll I also have a Tekton one Tekton Rolls , Klein, and Northern Tools one Klutch wrench roll. The Tekton ones are very well made. The Klutch and Klein ones stay in the work truck. The Tekton and Bull tools are in my traveling tools.

 

[M.Jay]

WTH is an "end wrench"?

Good to know I'm not the only one who has no clue what that is. I thought it was due to the language barrier.

avoid leather - leather tool rolls make tools rust.

Wait, what?! How and why?

 

[OneEyedMan]

I keep several tool rolls in equipment and have found the Harbor Freight rolls to be solid contenders. Bulky and not my first choice for feel, they do hold wrenches up to 15/16ths and have a very important feature, a cover flap.

https://www.harborfreight.com/media/catalog/product/cache/c7f358f04aec81e7c5e0be4c56edf041/i/m/image_13868.jpg?auto=webp&width=750&height=750&canvas=750,750&fit=bounds

I’ve abandoned all my rolls that don’t have a flap on them to keep tools from sliding out the end. I think Bucket Boss has a good mixed use roll with pockets along both outside edges and cover flaps but it’s not as convenient for just wrenches. I’ll double check on that.

Option C, I have several dedicated wrench tool rolls on order from a local group that teaches kids to sew. I showed the leader what I wanted and bought a HF canvas tarp for material. She also offered to try one in Denim for me. The leader liked the idea as a good project for the boys taking her class.

 

[pcrov]

Wait, what?! How and why?

Acid speeds up rusting, most leather is acidic.

At least that'd be my guess as to how.

 

[OneEyedMan]

WTH is an "end wrench"?

All through my youth I was sent to the shop for a crescent wrench and an open end wrench for many tasks.

 

[KnurledNut]

The Tekton ones are very well made.

Been wanting this one:

https://media.tekton.com/images/details/tool-organization/wrench-pouch/combination/video/tekton-combination-wrench-pouch-lg-1920.mp4

https://www.tekton.com/27-tool-wrench-pouch-otp21204

 

[RTM]

Acid speeds up rusting, most leather is acidic.

At least that'd be my guess as to how.

It’s actually the tanning process that is the problem. Vegetable tanned leather is supposed to be better. I have had a home made leather cover in my adze for a decade or more, still no issues.

 

[M.Jay]

Acid speeds up rusting, most leather is acidic.

At least that'd be my guess as to how.

It’s actually the tanning process that is the problem. Vegetable tanned leather is supposed to be better. I have had a home made leather cover in my adze for a decade or more, still no issues.

Oh, I didn't know that. Thanks, I learn something new every day in this forum!

 

[liliysdad]

WTH is an "end wrench"?

Good to know I'm not the only one who has no clue what that is. I thought it was due to the language barrier.

It’s the commonly used term for a combination wrench around here. I grew up referring to them as end wrenches, and still do. I don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone call them a combination wrench in person, only online.

 

[Lazy]

Those should come in neon orange, not camouflage. I already have enough trouble with tools disappearing as soon as I set them down.

lol they should. I have the blue one.

 

[Lazy]

I had a leather wrench roll that was bulky when rolled up. I ended going with this:

ROCKCOON 16 Pockets Wrench Roll Organizer, Rolled Tool Pouch Bag with Water Proof Oxford Cloth, Blue - Amazon.com

ROCKCOON 16 Pockets Wrench Roll Organizer, Rolled Tool Pouch Bag with Water Proof Oxford Cloth, Blue - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

Had it for about 6 months. Gets thrown into my toolbag often. Top flap covers the entire wrench of the standard snap on metric wrenches. Holds 7mm-21mm.

This $10 one I have rolls up tight. One of the things I like about it since it lives in a little Milwaukee bag.

 

[Bert_]

Just a coincidence that I read this today. I was just thinking about a tool roll for files and maybe punches. I've got some leftover canvas from another project, shouldn't be too hard to whip something up.

 

[RTM]

Just a coincidence that I read this today. I was just thinking about a tool roll for files and maybe punches. I've got some leftover canvas from another project, shouldn't be too hard to whip something up.

HJE has a 20 slot chisel n punch one for a silly low price.

 

[JDtime]

https://www.amazon.com/Capri-Tools-Wrench-Metric-Pockets/dp/B0BNWDFJCQ?tag=atomicindus08-20

I found the capri roll to be great. I keep a proto set in the one and my Facom 440xl/Mac wrenches in another.

 

[dscheidt]

My experience with wrench rolls, and tool rolls in general, is that the only ones that are any good are ones made specifically for their contents. That can be by the manufacturer, or for/by the end user. Doing it yourself lets you fit the wrenches thet you need, as compactly as possible. Ready made stuff holds too much or too little, are too tight ot too loose, etc.

I do find them a useful way to hold wrenches when working out of a bag, keeps them together, makes it easy to grab the right one, see what is missing, etc. they do get wet, etc, in bad weather, so that can be a problem for some people.

 

[four.cycle]

WTH is an "end wrench"?

You too, huh?

Wait, what?! How and why?

Not a clue. Ordered a fancy knife online that came with a leather sheath. Made in India. Came with "instructions" telling me to not store the knife in the leather sheath, as it would cause it to rust.
I'm not a metallurgist. It sounded nutty to me, because (like @RTM) I have some cutting edges that are kept in leather... so WTH?
Apparently it's a matter of how the leather is treated/tanned.
All my leather is doped up with Obenauf's LP, so it's not an issue here.
YMMV

Been wanting this one:

Are you going to be able to lift it when it's fully loaded?

HJE has a 20 slot chisel n punch one for a silly low price.

I need one. I have a couple dozen nice punches and chisels in a cardboard box right now. Go figure.
I am assuming you're referring to this one?

 

[Beerhippie]

WTH is an "end wrench"?

....

They come in five main varieties: Open End Wrench, double- or single-end, Box End Wrench, same, and Combination End Wrench, obviously double-end only.

 

[Ohio Andy]

Atlas 46 Products - Tool Vests, Bags, Belts, and More

Made in the USA tool belts, vests, and bags for heavy industrial use.

www.atlas46.com

Atlas46.com is like tactical gear for your tools It's not cheap but, it's very well made and will outlast you.

I don't know what size of wrench set you're looking to store. They also have a 20 slot roll.

Good luck in your quest

When I want a tool roll I look two places to start these days. Atlas46 and Tekton. Atlas is nicer but more expensive. Tekton has so many different types start with one that looks close.

 

[NHtoolguy]

I would also suggest checking the Cripe Distributing site. They have a number of surplus Armstrong wrench rolls at good prices.

 

[Caa311]

Stahwille makes nice rolls, might as well get the wrenches too.

 

[cherrybomb]

Anyone have a wrench roll dedicated to the stubby length ?

 

[Ohio Andy]

Anyone have a wrench roll dedicated to the stubby length ?

Tekton does... I ordered one,








That tool roll is this:

12-Tool Stubby Combination Wrench Roll (8 - 19 mm) | TEKTON

Red tool roll is designed to fit Tekton stubby combination wrenches and is marked with metric sizes 8 - 19 mm. ORG27212.

www.tekton.com

I also ordered SAE tool roll, but have not tried it because the OLSA Tools SAE wrenches are still out of stock; I expected them in stock middle of last month.

11-Tool Stubby Combination Wrench Roll (1/4 - 3/4 in.) | TEKTON

Black tool roll is designed to fit Tekton stubby combination wrenches and is marked with inch (SAE) sizes 1/4 - 3/4 inch. Sewn in the USA. OTP21106.

www.tekton.com

I ordered a different version of the tool roll that was supposed to arrive yesterday, but it was delayed, probably because of the snow. I have something in this order for my Secret Santa Victim! I ordered this other one because I wanted one with fewer slots because I gave up on Olsa Tools getting the wrenches in stock soon and ordered from Snap-On and that set has fewer wrenches.

8-Tool Stubby Combination Wrench Roll (5/16 - 3/4 in.) | TEKTON

Black tool roll is designed to fit Tekton stubby combination wrenches and is marked with inch (SAE) sizes 5/16 - 3/4 inch. ORG27108.

www.tekton.com

I grabbed them from Snap-On. 8 pc 12-Point SAE Midget 15° Offset Box Flex-Head Ratcheting Combination Wrench Set (5/16-3/4") (Blue-Point®)

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b2b.snapon.com

Hope this helps!

 

[four.cycle]

Tekton stubby wrench rolls

 

[Ohio Andy]

And an SAE version... And yes, those are the snap-on reversible (blue point)

 

[cherrybomb]

Thanks guys,off to the Tekton site.For those that haven't been on their site,it's easy to navigate,very informative, and they ship very fast.They also have pages of blemish tools etc.I got the feel for Tekton at the Mid America Truck Show in Louisville in March of this year.They had a large display set up where you could handle and inspect,talk and ask questions to the reps.I ordered a 1/4 ratchet that included free shipping.A couple days later,I received it.They have a very nice 65 page paper catalog they gave me at the show.
And one month later, the ratchet was on the work bench in New Zealand at the Son In Laws.This year hoping to check out line wrenches as he just purchased a New Holland Tractor with bucket and mower on back.Lots of hydraulic lines in cramped locations.The stubby wrench roll is for me,line wrenches might be better utilized and kept in roll in N.Z in the tractors tool box.And tools in N.Z are very expensive and sometimes hard to find,that's where Tekton might shine