Hand Tools

2,000+ products

Expected delivery: Tue, Nov 17

The hand tools maintenance techs, mechanics and trades reach for every day: wrenches and hex keys, sockets and ratchets, screwdrivers and nut drivers, pliers and cutters, hammers, bars and chisels, knives and blades, clamps and vises and tool storage. Purchasing teams use this section to outfit new hires, replace worn tools and restock the tool crib.

Use the size filters to find inch (SAE) or metric sizes.

How to choose hand tools

• Know your fastener sizes. Most plants and fleets run a mix of SAE and metric hardware. Check the thread sizes guide if you're unsure which you're working with.
• Match drive size to the job. 1/4 in. drive suits small fasteners in tight spaces, 3/8 in. covers general maintenance, and 1/2 in. and larger handle heavier bolts. Use impact-rated sockets only on impact tools.
• Pick the right point count. 6-point sockets and box ends grip the flats and are less likely to round a worn head. 12-point gives more angles in tight spots.
• Check for insulated or specialty ratings. Insulated tools are marked for electrical work, but they do not replace your electrical safety program or NFPA 70E procedures.
• Buy sets for coverage, singles for replacement. A set fills a new toolbox quickly; open stock replaces the one size that walked away.
• Plan storage too. Toolboxes, bags and organizers cut down on lost tools.

Outfitting a crew or a new service truck? Send a list for a quote, or open a business account so techs can order on terms under one billing setup.

Common questions

What's the difference between SAE and metric wrenches?

SAE wrenches are sized in fractions of an inch and metric wrenches in millimeters. Some sizes are close but not interchangeable, and using the wrong one can round off a fastener.

Should I buy 6-point or 12-point sockets?

For general maintenance and stubborn or rusted bolts, 6-point is the safer choice because it grips the flats. 12-point sockets help where swing room is limited or on 12-point fasteners.

Do you sell tools for a complete tool crib?

Yes. We supply hand tools, power tools and measuring tools for cribs and service trucks, and can help with bulk orders.

Hand Tools by type

• Sockets & Ratchets 1,000+
• Wrenches & Hex Keys 400+
• Pliers & Cutters 100+
• Hammers, Bars & Chisels 100+
• Tool Storage & Organizers 70+
• Specialty Hand Tools 50+
• Clamps & Vises 40+
• Screwdrivers & Nut Drivers 40+
• Knives, Blades & Scissors 20+
• Other Hand Tools 6+

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• Milwaukee 8" Angled Diagonal Dipped Grip Cutting Pliers SKU 495-MT508A $45.22
• Irwin 8" Bent Long Nose Plier SKU 586-2078228 $22.64
• Proto 8" Diagonal Cut Pliers w SKU 577-210G $32.90
• Approved Vendor 8" Flat Smooth File SKU 31609 $8.10
• Irwin 8" Groove Joint Straightjaw SKU 586-4935320 $14.26
• Irwin 8" Linemans Pliers w/ Lhedge SKU 586-1968334 $31.46
• Anchor Brand 8" Long Nose Pliers SKU 103-10-208 $11.14
• Irwin 8" Long Nose Pliers w/ LH Edge SKU 586-1968337 $29.82
• Approved Vendor 8" Mill Smooth File SKU 31599 $6.79
• Irwin 8" Plastic Cutting Pliers SKU 585-1773632 $47.86
• Irwin 8" Self Adjust Wire Stripper w/Protouch Grips SKU 586-2078300 $32.25
• Irwin 8" Straight Jaw Groove Lock SKU 586-4935095 $18.15
• Facom 8-13/16 Spanner Hook Hdadjustable WR SKU 575-FA-119.3/8 $506.40
• Ridgid 812 12" Aluminum Straight Pipe Wrench SKU LS-00584697-8 $118.96
• Approved Vendor 88 oz. Short Handle Dead Blow Sledge Hammer SKU 32750 $104.47
• Proto 89PC Railroad Machinist's Set SKU 577-TS-0089RR $1,587.83/pack of 89
• Proto 8in Regular Duty C-Clamp SKU 577-408A $73.79
• Milwaukee 8IN1 Insulate Precisionmultibit Screwdriver Set SKU 495-48-22-2217 $57.91
• Milwaukee 8mm Hollowcore Magneticnut Driver SKU 495-48-22-2565 $22.94
• Milwaukee 8mm Hollowcore Nut Driver SKU 495-48-22-2465 $23.19
• Proto 8oz Ball Peen Hammer SKU 577-1308AVP $34.30
• 8PC Proto 1/2DR Adv Hexskt Set SAE SKU 577-5441R8SAE $184.31/pack of 8
• 8PC Proto 1/4 DR Adv Hexskt ST mm SKU 577-7440R8MM $101.31/pack of 8
• Facom 8X9mm 12PT DBL Socket Wrench SKU 575-FM-66A.8X9 $52.77
• Approved Vendor 9 Inch 90-Degree Internal Retaining Ring Pliers (0.090 in. Tips) SKU 32937 $46.58
• Approved Vendor 9 Inch Internal Retaining Ring Pliers (0.090 in. Tips) SKU 32935 $46.58
• Approved Vendor 9 Inch Long Nose Locking Pliers SKU 32924 $25.39
• Approved Vendor 9 mm Flat End Hex T-Handle Key SKU 32806 $21.18
• Approved Vendor 9 mm Stubby Combination Wrench SKU 32968 $12.76
• Proto 9 PC Combo Stubby Reverse Ratcheting Wrench SKU 577-SCVS-9S $188.14/pack of 9
• Proto 9 PC Metric Combo Wrench SKU 577-1200HM-T500 $172.10/pack of 9
• Box Partners 9 x 11 mm Long Flex Head 12-Point Ratcheting Box End Wrench SKU 32990 $46.58
• Proto 9-1/4" Ironworkers Plier SKU 577-269WSG $38.58
• Approved Vendor 9/16 Inch Angle Head Open End Wrench SKU 32952 $24.34
• Approved Vendor 9/16 Inch Combination Wrench SKU 32972 $15.92
• Milwaukee 9/16 Inch Hawg Cutter SKU 495-49-57-0564 $90.03
• Box Partners 9/16 Inch Long Fixed/Flex Head 12-Point Ratcheting Box End Wrench SKU 32981 $34.87
• Approved Vendor 9/16 Inch Reversible 12-Point Ratcheting Combination Wrench SKU 32993 $26.45
• Approved Vendor 9/16 Inch Stubby Combination Wrench SKU 32966 $13.82
• Proto 9/16" 3/8" Drive 6 pt Super Short Socket SKU 577-5218HS $8.49
• Approved Vendor 9/32 Inch Combination Wrench SKU 32971 $12.76
• Approved Vendor 9/32 Inch Stubby Combination Wrench SKU 32963 $12.76
• Approved Vendor 9/64 Inch Flat End Hex T-Handle Key SKU 32802 $14.87
• DeWalt 90 Degree Corner Clamp SKU 115-DWHT83840 $13.34
• Approved Vendor 90-Degree Blunt Pick (1/8 x 3 in. Shank) SKU 32903 $12.76
• Approved Vendor 90-Degree Pointed Pick (1/8 x 3 in. Shank) SKU 32900 $12.76
• Milwaukee 9mm x 2-9/16" Magnetic Nut Driver SKU 495-49-66-4609 $7.18
• Proto 9PC WR Set RCH SPL in-Teth SKU 577-SCV-9S-TT $395.91/pack of 9