Martin Tools

[bixxjs]

Hi All
Just imported this from the States,it's 1/2 drive 15 inches in length and very robust.The chrome plating is exceptional and the knurled will be essential as it will be used in hydraulic stripdowns.

 

[B.S.A. (ret.)]

Good day sir! Your query got me scratching my head as I've been using tools for most of my 62 years and even owned a tool & shop at one point and never heard of Martin Tools. Using Google, I found an old thread on this forum and you might be interested in reading what was said then. I certainly learned somethin. Link is: http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=35071

 

[bixxjs]

They manufacture their own wrenches and sockets,that ain't pretty but will withstand a tough life.I'm looking at ordering a set of their crowfoot flare nut sockets.

 

[ecotec]

I have seen their tool boards on the wall of tool stores my whole life. I usually only see adjustable and non-adjustable pin wrenches and service wrenches on their tool boards.

I had no idea that they made so many other tools. It must be mostly government contracts and heavy industrial that they sell the other stuff to.

I always look at their board for a adjustable pin wrench with 5/32" pins. It is not something I "need", but if I could have a cool USA made tool to replace the wrench I have for my bench grinder...

 

[mikegt4]

I have a couple of old Martin tools and have also used them at work (employer supplied). Like ecotec I have seen them displayed at tool sources forever. They were always good solid tools. Hopefully they haven't succumbed to today's tool supplier business practices.

Nice purchase Bixxjs.

 

[bixxjs]

Well I've just popped it's cherry,4 foot cheater bar on the end of the handle and no problem!

 

[ken w.]

I have a few Martin adjustable wrenches I got a deal on off Amazon a few years ago. They seem pretty nice too me.

 

[dnschmidt]

Normal mechanics tools is a very small part of what Martin is known for. Their claim to fame is their autobody hammers and dollies which are considered the best of the best.

 

[mikebaker1129]

I work for a public transportation bus facility and they have a lot of large Martin wrenchs and large sockets .
Maybe because bit is Govt, almost all the tools are Martin

 

[davethorik]

That looks like a Wright rebrand to me. Good ratchet!

 

[1982fxr]

I thought Wright made their combo wrenches?