Machinery Top Shops Cool Tools - Crescent Redefines the Adjustable Wrench Crescent redefines adjustable wrench with tools that lock, flex and ratchet. By Dave Mowitz Dave Mowitz In 1982 Dave came to Successful Farming as a senior editor first covering agronomic topics and then machinery. He went on to serve the nation's farmers as executive editor of Successful Farming Magazine and editor of the Ageless Iron Almanac, a bimonthly publication covering the hobby of agricultural collectibles. Dave recently retired from the Successful Farming family but continues to serve the organization as a contributing editor. Successful Farming's Editorial Guidelines Published on August 17, 2016 Close Photo: Manufacturer The adjustable wrench just became far more user friendly thanks to two innovations from Crescent. Late last month they introduced the 8-inch Locking Flex Ratcheting Adjustable Wrench. As the name implies this tool has an "indexing" head that can be locked into a setting. This means that the tool's jaws don't back off when removed from a fastener. But what really makes this the ultimate adjustable wrench is a 180° ratcheting action that make quick work of dealing with fasteners in cramp quarters without the wrench haveing to be removed and repositioned. "With this new wrench, the jaw is able to pivot around fasteners, providing a smooth ratcheting action," explains Marisa Stephenson of Crescent. This innovation works on any four or six-point fastener up to 1-3/16 inches and has a suggested retail price of $42.17. This week Crescent added to their adjustable wrench innovations by introducing the 10-inch Locking Adjustable Wrench. This advance employs a locking-pliers-like lever that clamps the tool's jaws down tight on work. "The jaw of this new wrench is able to grip fasteners tightly, allowing users to ensure a good seal or remove fittings," Stephenson points out. The Locking Adjustable Wrench offers an anti-slip adjustable jaw with a 15/16-inch maximum opening. The tool and has a suggested retail price of $32.10. For more information on these innovation go to crescenttool.com. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit