Snap-On pipe wrenches are also made in the U. S. I have a Snap-On 18" and 12" and the same sizes from Ridgid. I"ve found that the finish is a little better on the Snap-On (of course) but also that they also seem to have a better gripping surface. Could just be me though. However, any difference in performance between the two is minimal at best.
Mark Rios
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