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What heavy iron, dual-handle ratcheting tool is used on galvanized iron pipes to physically cut male threads onto the ends?

What heavy iron, dual-handle ratcheting tool is used on galvanized iron pipes to physically cut male threads onto the ends?

Explanation

Older home plumbing systems relied on threaded black iron or galvanized iron. Plumbers clamped natural iron pipes into a vise and pulled a ratcheting Threading Die across the ends to carve precise threads for fittings.

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