Hand Tools

A sharp chisel takes less effort to use, and is less likely to slip.

The 'tang' is inserted into the handle. This is the extended end of the file

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Crescent wrenches ( Adjustable spanners in Britain ) usually come in length sizes. I have 4, 6, 8,10, 12 and 16 inch crescent wrenches made by various companies. I have Crescent, Ridgid, King Dick, Mac, MasterCraft, Proto and Bahco. Two of my Bahco wrenches are 'Wide-mouth' , opening about 20% more than similar wrenches.

The size of the Allen wrench needed to remove a shower handle typically varies by manufacturer, but a common size is 3/32 inch or 1/8 inch. It's best to check the specific handle model or consult the manufacturer's instructions for the exact size. Using the correct size ensures you won't strip the screw or damage the handle. If unsure, a set of Allen wrenches can help you find the right fit.

Longer the handle-the more leverage

A spanner or wrench

Scissors come in various sizes. Any with over six inch blades are generally called shears in the textile trade.

Some are, specifically those designed for use by electricians. Regular screwdrivers may not be and care should be used if using these on live circuits.

You will find it difficult to pick up small peas, they will fall through the gap on your fork

Proper use of hand tools is essential to safety. Other than that your question lacks specifics.

The screwdriver is a hand tool that allows a screw to be turned, so forcing the screw into or out off a piece of wood or metal, usually to bind two pieces together.

It is a hammer with one flat side and one shaped like a semi ball. Used in small form by cabinet and furniture makers and in large form by mechanical engineers.

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You turn it clockwise to tighten and anti-clockwise to loosen.

A pair of pliers, as the name implies, consists of two levers working together to give the user a tighter grip than would be available with bare hands. Understanding how those levers function and interact can make for a child's science project, or simply help a workman understand the tools of his trade. - Xavier Nairne From Mona Preparatory/ Wolmers Boys.

One end of a chisel is made softer than the other to accommodate different tasks and protect the tool. The softer end, often used for striking, absorbs impact and reduces the risk of damaging the chisel or the surface being worked on. This design allows for effective use in various applications while ensuring the longevity of the tool. The harder end is typically used for cutting, providing precision and durability.

Unfortunately fewer and fewer tools are made in US now. The few that come to mind are GearWrench, some Crescent and a couple more.

An adjustable wrench is an adjustable hand tool used for tightening and loosening nuts and bolts.

For driving flat head or slotted screws in, or removing them.

A frame saw or sash saw is a type of saw which consists of a relatively narrow and flexible blade held under tension within a (generally wooden) rectangular frame (also called a sash or gate). They are used for cutting wood or stone. The blade is held perpendicular to the plane of the frame, so that the material being cut passes through the center of the frame. Frame saws for use with wood are rip saws operated as a hand saw or powered in a sawmill. Frame saws used for cutting stone were powered saws in stone mills.

A file is a hand tool with a series of fine teeth used to smooth wood, metal, etc. A square file has a square cross- section, so it has four flat surfaces, and right angled edges.

If I was cutting curves in wood, I would use a sabre saw or a keyhole saw.

If I was cutting curves in wood, I would use a sabre saw or a keyhole saw.

A vice grip is for holding items very tightly while you drill or weld them

A vice grip is for holding items very tightly while you drill or weld them