Wenger Universal Wrench

ringzero · **on:** July 28, 2007, 08:59:14 AM

Just noticed this tool on the EvoGrip S557:
http://www.wengerna.com/browse/product.jsp?prod_id=11004&cat_id=1&cat_name=Knives&sub_cat_id=84

Maybe Wenger includes it with other SAKs, but I've never noticed it before.

Anyone have a Wenger with this tool? Does it work well?

Years ago, I had some off brand multitool with a similar implement on it. I don't have pleasant memories of that implement - i.e. I can't recall it being useful or working very well.

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Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #1 on:** July 28, 2007, 10:32:05 AM

I,ve got it on a pocket tool chest, but i,ve not used it

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the quality is high as you,d expect from a swiss product, but i,d only use it in emergencies or when i didnt have a more suitable tool to hand, as i think it,d be easy to round nuts n bolts of with it

J-sews · **Reply #2 on:** July 28, 2007, 12:53:37 PM

I've heard wrench tools like that one referred to as "alligator" wrenchs. I've never used the Wenger tool. On a small nut or bolt, it seems like a person might have as much luck using the pliers tool.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #3 on:** July 28, 2007, 01:10:11 PM

I have used it and I find it better than the pliers on larger nuts, which is probably why Wenger included it. The small folding pliers on any SAK is really limited to smaller jobs, but the wrench can handle much heftier bolts than most. It's one of Wenger's really great innovations, and there is a distinct possibility that SOSAKOnline may see about having a special run of those done in the future. Wenger initially offered us those as the Knife of the Year because it showcased so many of their innovative tools, and they are anxious to get them into as many hands as possible. Unfortunately for Wenger, members seemed to prefer a less "tricked out" model.

Def

J-sews · **Reply #4 on:** July 28, 2007, 01:26:54 PM

I was hoping for the S557 model to win. I suppose its too late to demand a recount. By any chance did you obtain the SOSAKOnline voting software from Florida?

RedRamage · **Reply #5 on:** July 28, 2007, 01:32:11 PM

I would think you could get better leverage with the wrench than the pliers too. I think when I save me up a little dough I'm gonna have to get me one of those models. It really does look nice and would be a great showcase model for my second ever Wenger.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #6 on:** July 28, 2007, 01:33:44 PM

I was amazed- it was quite an upset. The S557 was well in the lead with about 50% of the votes when I left on vacation, then I just looked at the numbers when I got back and didn't look at what models the numbers were attached to. I just assumed that since the ratios of 50%, 25% and 25% were the same that the knives were also in the same positions. It was Travis who pointed it out to me and I had to check it a few times to make certain I was seeing it right!

If we can meet the minimum order number for doing a run of S557's, which I don't think will be a big problem, we think it might be possible to squeeze in a special run in a few months.

Def

J-sews · **Reply #7 on:** July 28, 2007, 01:36:28 PM

Which reminds me, I'd better get my order in. Isn't today the deadline for the SOSAKOnline knife of the year?

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #8 on:** July 28, 2007, 01:50:49 PM

Yesterday, but I am lazy and I probably won;t get around to taking it down until tomorrow or Monday.

I like to give stragglers a little extra time... yeah, that's it....

Def

parnass · **Reply #9 on:** July 28, 2007, 06:40:52 PM

Looks like it works on the same principle as the McFeely's Pocket Wrench:

LINK

Travis Autry · **Reply #10 on:** July 29, 2007, 03:59:32 AM

I have the wrench on my ToolChest Plus. It works ok. Unfortunately I found the TC+ to be a little bulky for use. At the time I bought it, it was the top of the line Wenger and the SwissChamp was the top for Vic. The Vic is narrower and more hand friendly with about as many features. The Vic also has a second blade which I like.

I would like to try one of the S557s and favored it for the SOSAK Knife. Perhaps, as Def mentioned, we can work out a deal with Wenger in a few months.

gadgetman7 · **Reply #11 on:** July 29, 2007, 05:02:05 AM

The wrench works well on medium sized bolts. I've being EDCing the S552 for about a month. We just got new furniture at work and the wrench has come in handy a few times. You just have to remember that it only works in one direction.

Would it be possible to get Wenger to exchange the nail file for a small blade on a special run? I think that would make the knife about perfect.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #12 on:** July 29, 2007, 12:55:18 PM

The wrench works in one direction, but can be easily flipped over to go in the other! It would be nice if they came up with a lock mechanism for it though.

It is very possible to get Wenger to change the tools, provided we order several hundred and are willing to pay more!

Def

RedRamage · **Reply #13 on:** July 30, 2007, 05:19:48 AM

The same kinda locking that the screwdriver on Wengers enployes would work, wouldn't it?

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #14 on:** July 30, 2007, 10:38:48 AM

Quote from: RedRamage on July 30, 2007, 05:19:48 AM

The same kinda locking that the screwdriver on Wengers enployes would work, wouldn't it?

I would imagine so, they'd just have to make the mechanism a bit wider i'd of thought

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #15 on:** July 30, 2007, 01:20:53 PM

It could work, but the screwdriver lock works because there is force pushing it in-line, while the wrench would need to be pushed into the bolt then turned to work.

On second thought, any locking mechanism would be prone to breakage/failure when subjected to the stress of turning a nasty bolt, so maybe it's better to force the user to turn the knife around and exert the pressure against the substantial backspring?

Def

ringzero · **Reply #16 on:** July 30, 2007, 05:08:35 PM

Quote from: Defender on July 30, 2007, 01:20:53 PM

On second thought, any locking mechanism would be prone to breakage/failure when subjected to the stress of turning a nasty bolt, so maybe it's better to force the user to turn the knife around and exert the pressure against the substantial backspring? Def

That was exactly my thought on this matter.

Probably better without a locking mechanism - just turn the knife over for reverse action.

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Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #17 on:** July 30, 2007, 05:15:01 PM

I don't know if you are aware of this, but I believe that the Surgeon General has decreed that agreeing with me might be an early symptom of senility. ;D

Def

ringzero · **Reply #18 on:** July 30, 2007, 05:31:34 PM

Quote from: Defender on July 30, 2007, 05:15:01 PM

I don't know if you are aware of this, but I believe that the Surgeon General has decreed that agreeing with me might be an early symptom of senility. ;D

Def

Ooops...must have been one of my "senior moments."

In the future, I'll attempt to avoid agreement with you at all costs.

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Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #19 on:** July 30, 2007, 05:36:55 PM

If you do I am certain many things in your life will start to fall into place! ;D

Def

J-sews · **Reply #20 on:** July 31, 2007, 01:32:15 AM

Quote from: Defender on July 30, 2007, 05:36:55 PM

If you do I am certain many things in your life will start to fall into place! ;D

Def

I disagree with that.

ChopperCharles · **Reply #21 on:** May 22, 2018, 08:34:30 AM

Does the universal wrench work with metric? What sizes will it accommodate?

Charles.

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