Hook + Pick Sets

Hook + Pick Sets

Whether you’re probing circuits, working on a hobby, or performing other precision work, this selection of hook and pick sets has the right tools for the jobs. Featuring solid construction with durable points and edges, these curved and straight picks will assist you in everything from welding to separating wires and removing small items. When selecting a hook and pick set, consider these few things. The material that the hook and pick sets are made of. It could be stainless steel, carbon steel, or plastic. You should look for a material that is tough, durable and that resists rust. How many pieces are included in the set. Look for a set that has enough of a variety of hooks and picks: shapes, sharpness and sizes should be an assortment to handle many tasks. What material is the handle made of. The handle should be comfortable to grip and should be easy to hold securely. If you have tight spaces to reach, flexibility is an important feature. See if there are long handles, twisting ability or other adaptations for use. Durability might be hard to judge before you actually use the hooks and picks. If you’ve had a tool fail on you, bend or break, you know what brands or materials to rule out.

Should I sharpen or replace my hook and pick set? Well, that all depends on the condition of your hook and pick set. If the tips are just slightly dull or a bit nicked, you can go ahead and sharpen them using a fine-grit stone or an equivalent honing tool. But if those tips are severely worn down, damaged, or even bent, it's best to replace the whole shooting match. Using worn or damaged tools can make for inaccurate or defective work, and could cause damage to your other shop equipment. Something to bear in mind, if you use your hook and pick set often or in demanding conditions, consider having a spare set on hand to switch out as needed. This will keep you from down time while you either purchase or sharpen the old set…as they say, “one to wash and one to wear.”