Abstract: The wrench comprises a handle that is pivotably connected to a body portion. The body portion supports a fixed jaw. A movable jaw is slidably supported on the body portion such that the movable jaw can move relative to the fixed jaw to vary the spacing between the jaws. When the handle is rotated in a first direction the spacing between the jaws increases to allow the jaws to slip over a work piece and provide a ratchet function. When the handle is rotated in a second direction opposite to the first direction the movable jaw is moved towards the fixed jaw to close on and grip the workpiece. In one embodiment a link moves the movable jaw relative to the fixed jaw and forms part of an dead/over-center locking mechanism.

Abstract: The locking pliers comprise a first handle connected to a fixed jaw. A second handle and second jaw are pivotable relative to the first handle and first jaw such that relative movement of the handles causes the jaws to open and close. A toggle-locking mechanism locks the jaws in the closed position. An adjustment screw is provided to vary the effective length of the toggle locking mechanism to control the distance between the jaws in the closed position and to thereby control the force applied by the jaws. The adjustment screw comprises a head that has a knurled outer periphery that can be manually manipulated. A socket is formed in the transverse face of the screw head that is disposed along the longitudinal rotational axis of the screw. The socket has an internal configuration that receives a torque applying tool.

Abstract: The wrench comprises a body that includes a handle that supports a fixed jaw. The body further includes a passage for receiving a movable jaw. A movable jaw includes an engagement portion that is slidably received in the passage such that the movable jaw is able to slide in the passage relative to the fixed jaw. The movable jaw includes a series of ratchet teeth. The ratchet teeth are arranged such that the distal ends of the teeth are in a plane where the plane is at an oblique angle with respect to the direction of movement of the movable jaw. The engagement faces of the teeth are perpendicular to the plane. A ratcheting locking mechanism is provided that prevents movement of the jaws away from one another but allows movement of the jaws towards one another.

Abstract: The wrench comprises a handle that is pivotably connected to a body portion. The body portion supports a fixed jaw. A movable jaw is slidably supported on the body portion such that the movable jaw can move relative to the fixed jaw to vary the spacing between the jaws. When the handle is rotated in a first direction the spacing between the jaws increases to allow the jaws to slip over a work piece and provide a ratchet function. When the handle is rotated in a second direction opposite to the first direction the movable jaw is moved towards the fixed jaw to close on and grip the workpiece. In one embodiment a link moves the movable jaw relative to the fixed jaw and forms part of an dead/over-center locking mechanism.