Professional Nail Bars and Pry Bars

Q: What's the difference between a claw bar and a pry bar?

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Q: What length of demolition bar should I choose?

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Q: Breaker bar 3/8 in or 1/2 in: which one for my sockets?

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Q: Can a claw bar be used as a heavy-duty lever?

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Q: What steel makes a claw bar durable?

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Q: Where to buy pry bars and claw bars in Canada?

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Model	Brand	Price	Format	Ideal for
Claw Bar 10 in	DeWalt	$19.99	10 in	Nail removal, tight spaces
Nail bar 12 in (55-515)	Stanley	$12.63	12 in	General use, flat
Nail bar 36 in (55-136)	Stanley	$22.22	36 in	Light to medium demolition
Pry Bar 30 in	Crescent	$30.89	30 in	Lifting and demolition
Pinch Bar 36 in (C69)	Gray Tools	$97.86	36 in, 1-3/16 in	Heavy industrial lifting
Pry Bar Pinch 30 in (C68)	Gray Tools	$69.00	30 in, 7/8 in	Demolition, corrosion-resistant
FUBAR III universal bar	Stanley	$95.00	6-in-1 multi-tool	Hammer, pry bar, and more
Breaker bar 3/8 in (671902)	JET	$28.99	8 in, 3/8 in drive	Light mechanical work
Breaker bar 1/2 in (672903)	JET	$45.00	15 in, 1/2 in drive	Heavy mechanical work

How to choose a claw bar or pry bar

Claw bar, pry bar, or crowbar: what's the difference?

A claw bar is used to pull nails and make small leverage moves, thanks to its split end. A pry bar means a different tool depending on the context: a heavy-duty lever for demolition, or a wrench to turn a socket in mechanical work.

A classic crowbar often combines both functions in one tool, like Stanley's FUBAR. The right choice depends on the task: pulling nails, lifting materials, or mechanical tightening.

What length of demolition bar should you choose?

The longer a bar is, the more leverage and force it delivers without extra effort. A 10 to 12 in bar suits tight spaces and finishing work, like pulling nails or removing baseboard.

For demolition or heavy lifting, a 30 to 48 in bar transmits much more force. Diameter follows the same logic: the thicker it is, the more the bar resists bending under load.

Mechanical breaker bar: 3/8 in or 1/2 in?

The 3/8 in drive suits light sockets and tight spaces, for everyday tightening in the shop or on a light vehicle. The 1/2 in drive gives more torque, for bigger bolts and industrial work.

Our JET breaker bars come in both sizes, in corrosion-resistant chrome steel. The right choice depends on the socket set you already own, not just the force needed.

Hardened steel: what makes a bar durable

A professional-grade bar is made of high-strength hardened steel, able to absorb repeated impact without bending or chipping at the tip. That's what sets a jobsite tool apart from a cheap one.

The Gray Tools and Stanley models in our selection are tested for repeated industrial use, including on Canadian jobsites in extreme cold, where lower-quality steel becomes brittle.

Our pry bar and claw bar brands

Stanley and DeWalt cover everyday use, with reliable, affordable claw bars. Gray Tools stands out with industrial pinch bars, built for repeated heavy lifting.

For mechanical work, JET offers chrome breaker bars in 3/8 and 1/2 in, compatible with most standard socket sets sold at Équipement Polar.

Manual tools Hammers and sledgehammers Sockets and accessories Ratchet wrenches JET ratchet wrenches Gray Tools Stanley JET (SureWerx) Tool boxes Gloves Safety glasses Screwdrivers and bits

Frequently asked questions about pry bars and claw bars

What's the difference between a claw bar and a pry bar?

A claw bar is mainly used to pull nails and make small leverage moves, thanks to its split end. A pry bar refers to a different tool depending on the context: a heavy-duty lever for demolition, or a mechanic's socket wrench.

What length of demolition bar should I choose?

For tight spaces or finishing work, a 10 to 12 in bar is enough. For demolition or heavy lifting, a 30 to 48 in bar gives much more leverage, and therefore more force without extra effort.

Breaker bar 3/8 in or 1/2 in: which one for my sockets?

The 3/8 in drive suits light sockets and tight spaces. The 1/2 in drive gives more torque for larger bolts and industrial work. The choice mostly depends on the socket set you already own.

Can a claw bar be used as a heavy-duty lever?

A small 10 to 12 in claw bar isn't built for demolition or heavy lifting, it would bend under the load. For that kind of work, a longer bar like the 30 in pry bar or the 36 in pinch bar is needed.

What steel makes a claw bar durable?

High-strength hardened steel is the standard for professional use. It withstands repeated impact without bending or chipping at the tip, unlike standard steel, which becomes brittle, especially in cold Canadian winters.

Where to buy pry bars and claw bars in Canada?

Équipement Polar has distributed claw bars, pinch bars, and JET, Stanley, DeWalt, and Gray Tools breaker bars since 1989, with permanent stock in Quebec. Free shipping across Canada on orders over $150.

Claw Bars and Pry Bars

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How to choose a claw bar or pry bar

Claw bar, pry bar, or crowbar: what's the difference?

What length of demolition bar should you choose?

Mechanical breaker bar: 3/8 in or 1/2 in?

Hardened steel: what makes a bar durable

Our pry bar and claw bar brands

Frequently asked questions about pry bars and claw bars

What's the difference between a claw bar and a pry bar?

What length of demolition bar should I choose?

Breaker bar 3/8 in or 1/2 in: which one for my sockets?

Can a claw bar be used as a heavy-duty lever?

What steel makes a claw bar durable?

Where to buy pry bars and claw bars in Canada?

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