24mm offset collet wrench? Where can I find one?

[es07Eric]

I'm looking for a 24mm offset wrench.  Looks like the only ones available are imperial.  The Woodriver and Peachtree wrenches are available in 15/16" is this "close enough"?  I'd like to be able to quickly swap bits when I've got the OF 1400 mounted in the CMS (without ruining the plastic rings or larger bits).

What is everyone using?

Thanks in advance,
Eric

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[wow]

15/16" is only 23.8125mm - which might be too tight - but could be opened up quickly and accurately with a flat file. If you can't find a true 24mm wrench that's certainly what I'd do.

 

[wow]

My google-foo is strong today - Would you believe Home Depot?

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-2-Offset-Router-Bit-Adjustable-Wrenches-RA1152/204823326?N=5yc1vZc22xZ9u

The Bosch RA1152 Offset Router Bit Wrenches are lightweight and can be used for various applications. This pair of offset forged wrenches makes it easy to change bits on routers that have been installed in router tables. The offset design allows the working end of each wrench to reach below the surface of the table, eliminating the need to remove the router motor from the table to be able to change bits.

Allows easy bit changes on routers that are installed in router tables
Includes 24 mm collet wrench and 16 mm shaft wrench
Comfortable drop-forged design
Works with Bosch MR23EVS-series router motors and 1617-18-series router motors

 

[es07Eric]

My google-foo is strong today - Would you believe Home Depot?

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-2-Offset-Router-Bit-Adjustable-Wrenches-RA1152/204823326?N=5yc1vZc22xZ9u

The Bosch RA1152 Offset Router Bit Wrenches are lightweight and can be used for various applications. This pair of offset forged wrenches makes it easy to change bits on routers that have been installed in router tables. The offset design allows the working end of each wrench to reach below the surface of the table, eliminating the need to remove the router motor from the table to be able to change bits.

Allows easy bit changes on routers that are installed in router tables
Includes 24 mm collet wrench and 16 mm shaft wrench
Comfortable drop-forged design
Works with Bosch MR23EVS-series router motors and 1617-18-series router motors

I clicked the link and it's out of stock online!  Then if searched for the Bosch wrenches and they must be made of unicorn tears as I can't find them in stock anywhere! 

Looks like I'll be giving the Woodriver 15/16" a try.

Thanks for your reply!

 

[NERemodeling]

i was in the same situation not too long ago, i ended up making my own for my bosch.    just took the stock cast wrench, clamped the wrench end in a vise, heated it very well and slowly bent it while still applying heat, then, re clamped it about an inch up and bent the rest of the handle back the other way
i dont have a picture now but if you want one let me know
the results were surprisingly nice and it does the job perfectly
im sure the same could be done to the festool wrench, off memory, i think my 1400 wrench is also cast but not quite as thick/heavy duty as the bosch wrench is, that should only make it easier

John

 

[wow]

My google-foo is strong today - Would you believe Home Depot?

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-2-Offset-Router-Bit-Adjustable-Wrenches-RA1152/204823326?N=5yc1vZc22xZ9u

The Bosch RA1152 Offset Router Bit Wrenches are lightweight and can be used for various applications. This pair of offset forged wrenches makes it easy to change bits on routers that have been installed in router tables. The offset design allows the working end of each wrench to reach below the surface of the table, eliminating the need to remove the router motor from the table to be able to change bits.

Allows easy bit changes on routers that are installed in router tables
Includes 24 mm collet wrench and 16 mm shaft wrench
Comfortable drop-forged design
Works with Bosch MR23EVS-series router motors and 1617-18-series router motors

I clicked the link and it's out of stock online!  Then if searched for the Bosch wrenches and they must be made of unicorn tears as I can't find them in stock anywhere!  

Looks like I'll be giving the Woodriver 15/16" a try.

Thanks for your reply!

OK then - here they are (in stock) at Lowes for 1¢ more:

http://www.lowes.com/pd_442042-353-RA1152_5003697%2B4294965864__?productId=50157090&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar

Edit: And Lowes offers FREE SHIPPING on this item!

 

[es07Eric]

i was in the same situation not too long ago, i ended up making my own for my bosch.    just took the stock cast wrench, clamped the wrench end in a vise, heated it very well and slowly bent it while still applying heat, then, re clamped it about an inch up and bent the rest of the handle back the other way
i dont have a picture now but if you want one let me know
the results were surprisingly nice and it does the job perfectly
im sure the same could be done to the festool wrench, off memory, i think my 1400 wrench is also cast but not quite as thick/heavy duty as the bosch wrench is, that should only make it easier

John

Thanks for the recommendation!  I just clicked on the link provided by WOW and ordered.  Assuming it's in stock and they actually ship, I'll hold off on molesting my wrench!

My google-foo is strong today - Would you believe Home Depot?

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Bosch-2-Offset-Router-Bit-Adjustable-Wrenches-RA1152/204823326?N=5yc1vZc22xZ9u

The Bosch RA1152 Offset Router Bit Wrenches are lightweight and can be used for various applications. This pair of offset forged wrenches makes it easy to change bits on routers that have been installed in router tables. The offset design allows the working end of each wrench to reach below the surface of the table, eliminating the need to remove the router motor from the table to be able to change bits.

Allows easy bit changes on routers that are installed in router tables
Includes 24 mm collet wrench and 16 mm shaft wrench
Comfortable drop-forged design
Works with Bosch MR23EVS-series router motors and 1617-18-series router motors

I clicked the link and it's out of stock online!  Then if searched for the Bosch wrenches and they must be made of unicorn tears as I can't find them in stock anywhere! 

Looks like I'll be giving the Woodriver 15/16" a try.

Thanks for your reply!

OK then - here they are (in stock) at Lowes for 1¢ more:

http://www.lowes.com/pd_442042-353-RA1152_5003697%2B4294965864__?productId=50157090&Ns=p_product_qty_sales_dollar

Edit: And Lowes offers FREE SHIPPING on this item!

Ordered!  Crossing my fingers!  Thanks again!

 

[wow]

Hey, we all help each other...

...spend money!

[big grin]

 

[es07Eric]

Hey, we all help each other...

...spend money!

[big grin]

Isn't that the truth!  My wife hates this forum!  LOL!

 

[tjbnwi]

I use the Summerfield 15/16's. It works just fine.

http://sommerfeldtools.com/triton-2-1-4-bosch-makita-wrench-23-8mm-15-16?filter_name=wrench

Tom

 

[es07Eric]

I use the Summerfield 15/16's. It works just fine.

http://sommerfeldtools.com/triton-2-1-4-bosch-makita-wrench-23-8mm-15-16?filter_name=wrench

Tom

I looked at this one too, I'll give the Bosch one a go and if it doesn't work, it will be the Sommerfeld or Peachtree 15/16".

Thanks Tom!