A PA's Best Friend

Friends let me introduce to you the indispensable tool of choice for a PA: 

The Dog Bone.

This precision instrument is a ergonomically curved ratcheting wrench capable of loosening bolts with a head the diameter of either 9/16" or 1/2". It is used on a daily basis. Specifically, the 9/16" is used on all the scenic units Up the Hill and the majority of them in the Touchstone. The primary reason this tool is so important to us is because almost every scenic unit is large enough to require some variety of bolts. It's curved shape helps fit into those tight corners where pesky bolts are hidden. Whether that is a modified stage screw or an assortment of regular bolts it is assured that a dog bone is behind tightening it. It is often used in conjuncture with box wrenches, of the 9/16" variety as well, drift pins, dead blows, screwguns, multitools, and a good amount of good old fashioned human leverage.  It's very durable which is a good thing as it's often used as a hammer as well. Platforms, walls, railings, stairs, are all bound together by the tightening prowess of the bone.

Jokes and specs aside this tool really is indispensable in my day to day duties. It makes bolts quickly without too much hassle and doing things quickly is an essential part of the P.A.'s job. The ratcheting function and the curved handle in conjunction with each other create a versatility that is indispensable on the fly.