Footprint Pipe Wrench

I've been using these footprints pipe wrenches for over 30yrs and have both the 150mm and 300mm versions. I've never had any problems with either of them and have never failed to grip the workpiece in question, never slipping.

These are the oldest tool in my bag nowadays and I have owned mine since I first started plumbing in 2006.
My father brought me them and I didnt use them for years as always opted for a set of Knipex grips.
However in recent times I have been using them and they really are a great tool with the jaw capacity being massive for there size.

There's no school like the old school. This tool has been around for year but yet its still the simplest tool to use and you can not go wrong when using it. Why pay 4x the amount for a fancy shiny tool when this does the job.

What can i say that hasnt been said already classic set of grips they go on forever they good chunky heavy grip really well these grips have made it to GOAT level!

It's a simple old school tool but don't let that fool you. Admittedly I don't use mine very often but I've always got one on the van. It's simple design means it'll last a lifetime, I've had mine almost 10 years from when I first started plumbing.

It's a tool I recommend anyone getting, especially if you are just starting your tool collection.

Great tool. Top of the range performance and uses. I dont need a pipe wrench that often but when i do i only grab this boy. I got mine on abit of an offer so its been good to me. The brand is abit pricey but you do get quality.

Cannot beat a bit of old school tools, don't use them all the time but when your trying to undo a steel pipe I don't think you can beat them

Footprints have been around for years I use mine mainly working with metal conduit , grips very well and simple design work great, easy to adjust ,will always be in the tool box

When you need to grip a nut on your pipe work my mrs calls it a monkey wrench I have used it to undo my washing machine hoses that would not move with just my fingers

I had a set of these passed down to me when I first started plumbing about 20 years ago, they must have been nearly 20 years old before that. Indestructible design. I don’t use them all that often but when you get that awkward fitting or pipe these are in my toolbox to rescue me time and time again

Possibly the best tool I own. Superior design that has stood the test of time. British made. Need I say more. An indestructible set of jaws that will grip anything, I intend to pass mine on to my son.

These are a must have tool. I have had a pair of these for many many years. They grip fantastic and will last you for years. If you have any thing like pump valves or anything tight these are king.

had these for years, i remember seeing a set in my dads toolbox. the design has never changed, simple but extremely effective . every apprentice should be given a set of these.

Build quality: strong piece of kit that can be used at almost any time, features: grips on very tight in get out of trouble situations

Had my set of footprints 12 years now. Essential piece of kit. Great for places where my knives are just a little too big. They are used regularly and the grip on the threads is still in great condition.

Have been using these over fifty years indistructable is the only word and with Xmas here the best but crackers

I use this mainly to get out tough tprv's. It grips anything and the build quality is amazing. Really good to keep this in your tool bag. Highly recommended!

Truly amazing grips with a build quality that is second to none. The Footprints manufactured today as just as good and strong as they always have been. Don’t fall for the cheap imitations, genuine Footprint pipe wrenches are clearly stamped “Footprint Made in England” originally designed in 1875 they will move the un-movable. Made in Sheffield, proper tools for proper plumbers that will last you a lifetime.

Probably one of the first wrenches i bought and still have and use today. If footprints don’t grip it nothing will. I’ve watched these being build and I’m impressed. If you haven’t got a set then you need to go buy some. 9’ set only about £20.

Brilliant build quality. Robust and does what it says on the tin.
Value for money is great and it’s one of them tools That will last a life time. (Unless you leave it under a floor board)

Staple tool In my Plumbing tool box for years, always buy footprints and have only ever had to buy new because I’ve lost them. Excellent quality

Every plumber will always own one. Simple and effective and at a fair price and they will never break

In my opinion the single greatest tool for Plumbers and Heating Engineers ever made.
Does the job day in, day out decades pass and you realize the Footprints have been with you since you got your first bit of kit at 16 years old at BISCO plumbers merchants in Middleton, Manchester ( company long since gone).
Still if asked by anyone I say the first tools anyone starting out should get.

Can’t be faulted. They last for years, never slip and wont let you down. Ive also got a pair of thumb turn ones which are great for quick adjust. British made in Sheffield by proper mesters.

Loved my footprints, always used them, they never slip and will never break or blunt, I do like the slider kind a bit more

Footprints best grips ever they will grip like a vice adjusted correctly and hold with no slip on Black iron pipe and fittings tail will take out rabiator plugs can use as board lifter chisel the list is endless top tool for your. tool box

Good quality, highly versatile product which is extremely easy to adjust and use in tight spaces. A must have for anyone’s tool kit.

An absolute beauty of a tool. Footprints have stood the test of time and are regarded as the best of Plumbers wrenches. I always have one of these in my bag or on the van and wouldn't be without it.

Love my footprints, got 2 pairs and they are my grips of choice.

Some people joke by saying they're outdated and it's old guys who use them but I think they are great and I'm 28

Had these for years one of the first tools I ever bought and still going strong. Don’t use them much these days unfortunately. My dad still uses them and has about 4 pairs in his tool bag.

These “were” the Best grips I owned until they were twocked our my box on site
Will be getting them again

Don’t even look at the price you need them I used these threw my aprentaship and have done ever since I would not turn up at a job without one I will be buying a new one in a tad

Love footprints. Really solid build and gives really good grip. Only downside is bit of a pain adjusting the size with the screw in bolt

Had a few sets of these, lost my originals, replaced with other brands which were far inferior. Still got a 7" which i hardly use now, but some jobs theres no better tool.

Would be lost without these at home. My dad had a set for years and i then bought myself a set when bought my first house and they have been a life saver especially when ive had quite a few burst pipe.

Had my footprints for over 25 years use them 2 or 3 times a week cost me £7 in the early nineties
Love them footprints

Great tool and great to use in tight spaces. Have tried other brands but will be sticking to this one in the future.

Solid go to spanner when you need something that is going to give you solid grip on pipe or fitting.
Simple effective tool only 3 parts screw can be replaced with gutter bolt if required

One of the first tools I bought as an apprentice and they are still going strong. As there are only 3 pieces of solid metal you can use a lot of force behind these without worrying about breaking/damaging them. I prefer these over the thumb turn version you just don't want to lose the screw

It amazes me how many heating engineers who do not have these. I've had several pairs from when I was an apprentice. Which was a long time ago now. Useful for many jobs in relation to plumbing and heating.

One of the first tools I owned as an apprentice and my toolbox would be lost without them. I use them nearly every day. I always have a few pairs in case I lose them and can always put my hand on a pair

First tool I was given as an apprentice along with a shifter. Absolutely great tool great for compressing fittings or loosening stiff nuts and the blade on the bottom is handy for large slotted screws or isolating ball 'o' fixes when you've forgot your flat driver.

I personally think this tool can be very useful but the overal design of it could be better. Therefor the the reason I've selected the ratings that I have.

Working with some 15mm black iron . Just say these are the way forward . Good job ! Frame of wrench is a would build and will never break .

Having to replace s lot of seized stopcoks for a utility company theses bad boys have helped me out over the years. Quality made wouldn't be without them

Got them second hand from the bay and find them really easy to use. Good quality will stand the test of time

Classic tooling, has stood the test of time

Love my footprints, wouldn't be without them