Wrench

A wrench or spanner is a tool used to provide grip and mechanical leverage in applying torque to turn objects, usually rotary fasteners, such as nuts and bolts.

Background
In Fallout 2 and Fallout Tactics, it is used as a weapon, while in Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas it remains as a simple miscellaneous item, used to make weapon repair kits. In Fallout 4 and Fallout 76, wrenches are junk items, while pipe wrenches are used as weapons.

Regular wrench


A typical wrench used by mechanics.

Adjustable wrench


A wrench with a movable jaw that adapts the tool to different sized objects.
 * For the unique version found in Fallout 3, see: Donovan's wrench.
 * For the cut content version found in Fallout 3 Mothership Zeta add-on, see: Spanner.

Combination Wrench


A wrench with two different ends, an open end and a socket end, to maximise utility. Useful both as a tool and for scrap.

Pipe wrench


A wrench with two serrated jaws designed for assembling or disassembling cylindrical objects like pipes. It has been converted into a weapon after the Great War.
 * For the unique version found in Fallout 76, see: Mechanic's Best Friend

Rusty old monkey wrench


A typical wrench used by mechanics for hurting people.