I'll describe this the best I can. I thought they were called "mechanics fingers" or something to that effect, but, I can't find them on an internet search and haven't had the time to look locally. So, it's essentially a long flexable shaft with a small "T" handle and thumb button on one end and usually has 3 spring steel pieces that extend out from the shaft when the thumb button is pressed. Does this thing have an actual name that can help me find one somewhere? This wouldn't be a problem, but, this is appearantly one of those tools that some edit thought was free to take from me. Thanks for the help!!!

 

grab tool extended pick up are th eterms I have heard

 

I think your looking for a mechanic's pick up tool.
mishkaya

 

I've always called them "mechanical fingers" That's what Snap On calls them too. Or Claws.


John

 

Harbor freight has them online cheap, both the grap tool and the magnet type. http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=94162

 

Thanks for the help. I have to run by Sears tomorrow, but, there's a Harbor Freight on the way. I'll have to check it out. I'm hoping to find one that's 3-4 ft long...like the one that was taken from me.

 

We used to call them cherry pickers.Don't leave home without it)Ron G