Vintage RIDGID 10" heavy duty pipe wrench – USA made straight plumbing wrench, cleaned & ready to work

Vintage 10-inch RIDGID heavy duty straight pipe wrench, made in Elyria, Ohio, USA. This one has its original red finish with honest shop wear, sharp jaws, and smooth adjustment. I cleaned, oiled, and waxed it so it’s ready to go right back to work in your plumbing kit or hang on the wall as classic shop decor.

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Detailed description

Tool details
• Maker: The Ridge Tool Co. / RIDGID
• Model: 10” heavy duty straight pipe wrench
• Marked: “RIDGID – HEAVY DUTY – 10"” on one side and “THE RIDGE TOOL CO. ELYRIA, OHIO U.S.A.” on the other
• Length: approx. 10 in overall
• Pipe capacity: up to about 1-1/2 in (RIDGID catalog spec for the 10” size) 
• Era: likely 1990s–early 2000s production

Condition
• Fully functional – adjuster turns smoothly through the whole range and the hook jaw tracks straight.
• Teeth are in good working shape with plenty of bite left.
• Original red paint is mostly intact with small chips and speckling from normal use.
• Clean, dry feel in hand – not greasy – with a light wax sheen on the body and a darker, even patina on the steel jaws.
• No cracks, repairs, or bent handle observed.

Restoration work performed
• Disassembled for inspection and cleaning.
• Old grime and loose rust brushed away, keeping the original red finish and cast texture.
• Metal surfaces wiped down and given a light coat of mineral oil, then buffed with paste wax for protection.
• Moving parts (threads, jaw slide, spring) lubricated with Hoppes oil and cycled until smooth.
• Final wipe so it’s ready for immediate use.

How to use & care
• Great size for household plumbing, shop maintenance, and a go-to wrench in a service bag.
• After use, wipe dry and add a drop of light oil on the threads if you’re in a damp environment.
• Store indoors to keep that vintage patina stable.
• I include a printed care sheet with every tool I ship.

Shipping
• Ships well-packed in a sturdy box via USPS (Ground Advantage or Priority, depending on your location and cart).
• I’m always happy to combine shipping on multiple tools—message me before checkout if you’d like a custom bundle.

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Bullet highlights
• Vintage RIDGID 10" heavy duty pipe wrench
• Made in Elyria, Ohio, USA
• Original red finish with honest shop wear
• Sharp jaws and smooth adjustment
• Cleaned, oiled, and paste-waxed – ready to work
• Compact size with approx. 1-1/2" pipe capacity
• Ideal for everyday plumbing, shop kit, or garage decor
• Includes printed care sheet from Moab Maverick Tools