Just these six hand tools will allow you to tackle virtually any emergency task, from electrical to plumbing to rough construction: ================================================================== D-handle edging shovel. [example: Bully Tools 92500] Fence tool. [example: Crescent 193410VN] Insulated grip long nose pliers with side cutter. [example: Black Rhino 00309] Pulaski axe. [example: Graintex PA1760] Swiss Army "soldier knife 08". [example: Victorinox SA53945] Tonge-and-groove pliers whose jaws open to at least 1-3/8". [example: Channel Lock GL12]