Looking for a tool recently used on Ask This Old House?

Question

On a recent episode, the plumber fixed a drain trap lever, and the plunger had come off the lever. He used a tool to retrieve the plunger consisting of a springy tube and an extendable/retractable claw. My grandmother used to have one, too. It is maybe 12-18" long, with a red plastic handle.

Can anyone tell me where I can get one? Or at least the proper name so I can search for it myself?

Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

just go to Home depot or even any automotive stores .... they carry them for when working on stuff an you drop a bolt behind the manifold and you can't reach it!!!

Answer 2

I think what you want is a retractable claw.The last time I saw one it was in one of those $.99 displays in an auto supply/ parts store.Check out Auto Zone or Pep boys.

Answer 3

Go to this old house. com click on the show and ask them

Answer 4

try this

Retriever Claw Tool

http://www.amazon.com/Flex-Shaft-Retriev...

Answer 5

that is just a simple retrieving tool you can get at most hardware or home improvement stores,if you can find it be sure to ask someone in the plumbing dept. and just describe what it is your lookin for.

Answer 6

we used to call this a   fingers pickup tool