What do you call these wrenches?

[Batmanacw]

I bought these mostly USA made vintage wrenches because they have really thick open ends. If I have to break loose a hydraulic fitting the width would give more transferable torque compared to a standard open end. Less chance of rounding a fitting. That idea transfers to adjusters and other sorts of fittings.

What are they actually called? I've seen them called engineers wrenches.

 

[benmychree]

Engineer's wrenches.

 

[mmcmdl]

I call them nice heavy duty machine wrenches .

 

[Batmanacw]

I call them nice heavy duty machine wrenches .

I just bought a 7/8" Williams off Ebay for $22.65 shipped. It was one of the last sizes I didn't have.

 

[mmcmdl]

I just bought a 7/8" Williams off Ebay for $22.65 shipped. It was one of the last sizes I didn't have.

I own quite a few Williams . Love 'em because I can use a smaller " torque pipe " when needed . Shoulda let me know .

 

[Batmanacw]

I own quite a few Williams . Love 'em because I can use a smaller " torque pipe " when needed . Shoulda let me know .

I don't have a decent 13/16"!

 

[benmychree]

I like them because they fit in slotted holes in dedicated wrench racks on particular machines such as my #2 B&S mill, the proper wrench for setup and adjustments is always at hand.

 

[mmcmdl]

I don't have a decent 13/16"!

I'll look for one ?

 

[pontiac428]

Engineer's wrenches or setup wrenches. Pretty specific to machinery and different from mechanic's open end wrenches or combo wrenches. For static places where you need what you need, not a set or a heavy toolbag full.

 

[Batmanacw]

Engineer's wrenches or setup wrenches. Pretty specific to machinery and different from mechanic's open end wrenches or combo wrenches. For static places where you need what you need, not a set or a heavy toolbag full.

I like how thick they are with a short handle for odd jobs and tight spots.