Pry Bar, Chisel and Scraper Buying Guide
From tearing out walls to reshaping moulding, there is a specialty tool for every job you want to tackle. Whether it's a pry bar, chisel or scraper, Lowe's will show you how to find the right one for your project.
Pry Bars
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Cat's Paw | - Removes nails, prys and lifts
- Reaches into tight spots on one end; opposite end is designed for superior leverage
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Pry Bar | - Removes nails, prys and lifts
- Has longer handle than cat's paw and can be used for larger jobs
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Wrecking Bar
(Crow Bar) | - Is used for heavy prying and lifting and heavy demolition
- Has greater leverage provided by longer bar
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Chisels
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Type | Uses / Features | | Masonry Chisel | - Scores, cuts or trims stone, block and other masonry
- Available in 2" to 4" widths
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| Cold Chisel | - Cuts, shapes and removes metal
- Range from 3/8" to 1" wide
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| Floor Chisel | - Makes rough cuts and trims hard or softwood
- Available in 2" to 4" widths
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| Wood Chisel | - Mortising, paring, cutting and general stock removal in wood
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