Mayhew 17990 Hook & Pick Set, 9-3/4 inch Long, 8-Piece
- The Mayhew 17990 hook and pick set includes eight varied-shape hooks and picks, all 9-3/4 inches long with thick steel shanks and black oxide finish, crafted for tasks such as gasket removal, O-ring and cotter pin extraction, scribing, and separating radiator connections in tight spaces.
- Features:
- Eight distinct hook and pick shapes including straight, angled, curved, and composite designs cover a wide range of retrieval, scribing, or separation needs.
- 9-3/4 inch length provides extended reach into confined or obstructed areas.
- Thick steel shanks provide leverage and resistance to bending during heavy-duty use.
- Black oxide finish helps resist corrosion and wear, prolonging tool life.
- Designed for versatility in automotive and electrical applications ideal for precision extraction and marking.
- Includes:
- Straight hook/pick
- 45-degree angled hook
- 90-degree angled hook
- Curved hook
- Complex-shape hook/pick (e.g., multifaceted tip)
- Additional unique angled pick
- Additional curved pick
- Composite shape hook combining curves and angles
- Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Mayhew Tools
- Part Number: 17990
- Number of Pieces: 8
- Overall Length: 9-3/4 inch
- Material: Hardened steel with thick shank
- Finish: Black oxide
- System Compatibility: Ideal for automotive and electrical work scribing, O-ring and cotter pin removal, breaking radiator connections in tight spaces
- Also refers as hook and pick tool set, multi-hook pick set, CatsPaw hook and pick, inspection hook set, and automotive scribing and retrieval hook set.
Mayhew produces rugged, professional inspection and retrieval tools; the 17990 set blends varied hook and pick shapes with durable steel construction and corrosion-resistant finish to offer maximum versatility in tight automotive, electrical, and maintenance applications.
Q: What tasks are these hooks and picks ideal for?
A: They are excellent for automotive and electrical tasks like removing gaskets, O-rings, cotter pins, scribing lines, and breaking radiator connections in hard-to-reach locations.
Q: Are all the tools the same length?
A: Yes. Each hook and pick is 9-3/4 inches long, allowing consistent reach and handling across different tasks.
Q: Why is the thick steel shank important?
A: The extra-thick shank delivers better leverage and resists bending under force, making the tools reliable for demanding jobs in tight spaces.