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Used to grasp pipes and other curved surfaces. Solid housings and hardened steel jaws provide excellent bite and grip.
Has two serrated jaws, one adjustable and the other fixed and slightly offset.
The Straight pattern is standard.
The End-pattern style has jaws slightly offset and is handy for working in restricted spaces or close to walls.
The Offset style has jaws at 90∫ to the handle and is also handy for tight spots.
The jaws will leave marks on the pipe, so itís best to avoid using them on coated pipe, such as galvanized pipe.
Some pipe wrenches have aluminum handles for lighter weight.
DIY Frequently Asked Questions / Pipe (Stillson) Wrench')">
Used to grasp pipes and other curved surfaces. Solid housings and hardened steel jaws provide excellent bite and grip.