Tension wrench (another).

[cynebald]

I wish I would have thought of this when I was writing my other post. What is the use of the "tulip" tension wrench (name is hyperlinked to image)?

[vector40]

You can just post this in that thread, you know...

Those are used for picking key-in-knob locks with a recessed cylinder. The knobs look a little like tulips; it helps to have the additional distance on the blade end to get in there.

[digital_blue]

Think something like this:

http://images.acmehardware.com/200x200/4857504.jpg

If you used a standard tension wrench, you'd have a tough time getting enough of it into the lock to get a good grip on the plug without bending the wrench.

Cheers!

db

[Chrispy]

They're also used when the door jamb prevents proper use of a normal wrench. The 5-10mm clearance (depending on the wrench) is usually enough to get it over the jamb and tensioning properly.

[Woofcat]

Yes its for recessed plugs, I would love to have one of those since when i pick those i can only use about half of my tension wrench.

[digital_blue]

They're exceptionally easy to make from wiper blade inserts. There's even a member here giving out wiper blade inserts if you're quick enough.

db