I must be the only motorcycle mechanic in the world without a “T” handle Allen wrench set, so I decided it was time to join the club. I’ve been making do with a collection of short-, medium- and ...

If you’ve assembled IKEA furniture, you’ve used an Allen wrench. These slim, L-shaped contraptions are often the only tool included in the packaging, even when you’ll need others to finish the job.

Hex wrenches, also known as Allen keys, are the tools you use to screw and unscrew fasteners that have a hexagonal recess (as opposed to a Phillips or flathead recess). Hex screws are commonly used on ...

You could amass an irregular collection of Allen wrenches by saving the ones that come with build-it-yourself furniture, but the way to actually have every hex key you need on hand is to get a nice, ...

Pass-through sockets are handy for removing or fastening bolts or studs with long shafts. A hole in the middle of the socket ...

Is it possible for one 180-piece tool set to cover the bases of basic home repair and auto maintenance? This one from Crescent does, as it comes with a sizable socket set that’s worthy of even the ...