Our selection of unique gifts for plumbers: plumber gifts such as a basin wrench, a pair of knee pads and a head torch. See our range of gifts perfect for the person in your life who loves working as a plumber.
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1Wera Kraftform Kompakt 60 screwdriver set
One handle and a pouch of bits replaces a drawer full of screwdrivers. The Kompakt 60 has a Kraftform handle with a quick-release chuck and 16 long bits covering slotted, Phillips, Pozidriv, Torx and hex screws. It all folds into a small pouch, and Wera's handles are comfortable for long jobs.
Pros
A bit for most screw heads.
Quick-release chuck.
Compact folding pouch.
Cons
Bits can go missing from the pouch.
Pricier than unbranded sets.
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2Petzl Actik Core rechargeable head torch
Winter training usually means some runs in the dark. Petzl's Actik Core is a rechargeable head torch with a red light mode, so they won't dazzle other people, and a reflective headband that helps them stay visible. It runs on Petzl's Core rechargeable battery and suits anyone who runs before or after work.
Pros
Red light won't dazzle other runners.
Reflective headband helps them stay visible.
Cons
Made for several sports, so it isn't a running-specific design.
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3Monument 2-jaw professional adjustable basin wrench
A basin wrench with two jaws for tap nuts behind sinks and baths, adjustable from 15 to 22mm. It is a standard tool in a plumber's bag.
Pros
Reaches nuts a normal spanner cannot.
Adjustable for 15mm and 22mm tap connectors.
Cons
Only useful for tap and basin work.
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4Snickers 9118 Floorlayer knee pads
Hard-wearing knee pads that slip into the pockets of Snickers work trousers. They help on long jobs under sinks and on floors.
Pros
Suit long periods of kneeling.
Fit Snickers trousers with kneepad pockets.
Cons
Designed for Snickers trousers, so check the pocket fit on other brands.
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5Leatherman Wave+ multi-tool
An 18-in-1 stainless steel multi-tool with pliers, wire cutters, knives, a saw and screwdrivers. Plumbers use it for small jobs that do not need a full tool bag.
Pros
Pliers, cutters, knife and saw in one tool.
Comes with a 25-year warranty.
Cons
Costs more than most multi-tools.
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6Thermos Stainless King food flask, 470ml, Matt Black
A wide-neck food flask that keeps soup or porridge hot for hours. It includes a spoon in the lid.
Pros
Keeps food hot.
Wide neck.
Cons
Heavy for its size.
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7Black Diamond Storm 450 head torch
A waterproof head torch with 450 lumens and a red night mode. It is used for hiking and camping.
Pros
450 lumens.
Waterproof.
Cons
Uses a rechargeable battery that wears out.
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8Stanley FatMax 8m tape measure
A tape measure with a Blade Armour coating, a long standout and a lever lock.
Pros
Long standout.
Tough blade coating.
Cons
Large in a pocket.
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9Spear & Jackson solid steel 22oz brick hammer
A solid steel brick hammer for bricklaying and general site work.
Pros
Solid steel.
Low price.
Cons
Only for building work.
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What to buy someone who loves plumbing
Plumbers work in cramped, wet spaces, so the best gifts for plumbers make that easier: a basin wrench for hard-to-reach nuts, kneepads for long jobs on the floor and a head torch for dark cupboards. Most plumbers are particular about their hand tools, so stick to well-known brands. Check which tools they already have before buying a multi-tool or screwdriver set.
How we picked these gifts for plumbers
We picked each product for what plumbers enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.
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