Chicago Specialty puller

[farmall57]

This puller was in grandpa's tool box.  I've done some searching and I see it's still listed as available from Plumbers Supply Co. and is listed as a "handle puller".  Anyone know for what specific handle?  I'm am curious about the hex push pin.

[Papaw]

From http://www2.generaltools.com/Products/Faucet-Handle-Puller__180.aspx

The Faucet Handle Puller allows you to remove stuck faucet handles from old showers and sinks. The adjustable clamp design works on both small and large handle sizes up to 3” in length. The drive shaft is made from forged steel.

• For removing stuck faucet handles from sinks and showers.
• 3” adjustable forks.
• Forged steel shaft with T-handle grip.

Instructions:
1. Remove center mounting screw from faucet handle.
2. Attach Faucet Puller to handle, with shaft running into the center hole of the handle and the forks around the base of the handle
3. Tighten down clamp to pull handle free.

This is a general tool for many different faucet handles, I don't know of any use for the hex pin, except that that may be so that it doesn't damage the screw threads in the faucet. I am not a plumber, except at home.

[farmall57]

Thanks, Papaw, the hex does seem odd to me, sure wouldn't think it would allow it to turn very well.

[Papaw]

The pin probably should be free-floating, it might be stuck. I bet it just puts pressure on the valve stem and the arms pull the faucet handle off.