--- product_id: 402243892 title: "Did Monkeys Invent the Monkey Wrench?: Hardware Stores and Hardware Stories" price: "€ 34.32" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/402243892-did-monkeys-invent-the-monkey-wrench-hardware-stores-and-hardware store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # 240 pages of tool lore Deep dive into wrench origins Hardware store insider stories Did Monkeys Invent the Monkey Wrench?: Hardware Stores and Hardware Stories **Price:** € 34.32 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔧 Get a Grip on Tool History — Don’t Miss Out on This Wrenching Read! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Did Monkeys Invent the Monkey Wrench?: Hardware Stores and Hardware Stories - **How much does it cost?** € 34.32 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/402243892-did-monkeys-invent-the-monkey-wrench-hardware-stores-and-hardware) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Perfect for the Weekend Warrior:** Ideal light reading for professionals who crave tool trivia and stories after a long workweek. - • **Gift-Ready for the DIY Enthusiast:** A thoughtful, fun present for dads, homeowners, and anyone who appreciates the art of fixing things. - • **240 Pages of Engaging Hardware History:** Dive into a rich narrative blending humor and hands-on knowledge from a seasoned hardware store veteran. - • **A Nostalgic Trip to the Hardware Store:** Relive the camaraderie and culture of old-school hardware stores where tools and tales go hand in hand. - • **Unlock the Secrets Behind Your Toolbox:** Discover the quirky origins of everyday tools and wrenches that keep your home running. ## Overview Did Monkeys Invent the Monkey Wrench? is a 240-page paperback by Vince Staten that humorously explores the origins and stories behind common hardware tools. Drawing from Staten’s experience in his father’s hardware store, the book offers a nostalgic, entertaining look at the culture of hardware stores and the tools that shape our homes. With a 4.4-star rating from readers, it’s a perfect gift for DIY enthusiasts and professionals seeking a light, engaging read. ## Description This fun and funny celebration of hardware from Vince Staten answers the burning questions like have plagued humankind from time immemorial. Staten reveals the mysterious origins of all the things that hold your house together and all the tools you've ever dreamed of having. Drawing on his years behind the counter of his father's hardware store, Did Monkeys Invent the Monkey Wrench? reminds readers that there was once a place where like-minded souls could discuss the important things in life, like baseball, bad movies, and box-end wrenches. Review: Three Stars - humorous Review: A GREAT BOOK FOR ANYONE WITH A TOOL BOX - This is the perfect book for reading at the beach, by the pool, or just unwinding. “Weekend warriors” who enjoy working with tools when they can but are chained to a desk all week will enjoy the author’s great stories, casual (if not always grammatically perfect) style, and cover to cover tool trivia. A great gift for dads, husbands, homeowners or anyone who knows not to open a paint can with a screwdriver. ## Features - Paperback - Language: English - Author: Staten, Vince - Number of Pages: 240 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 18 Reviews | ## Images ![Did Monkeys Invent the Monkey Wrench?: Hardware Stores and Hardware Stories - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71FqEJZ-uHL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Three Stars *by J***M on 9 March 2015* humorous ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A GREAT BOOK FOR ANYONE WITH A TOOL BOX *by V***S on 11 June 2024* This is the perfect book for reading at the beach, by the pool, or just unwinding. “Weekend warriors” who enjoy working with tools when they can but are chained to a desk all week will enjoy the author’s great stories, casual (if not always grammatically perfect) style, and cover to cover tool trivia. A great gift for dads, husbands, homeowners or anyone who knows not to open a paint can with a screwdriver. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Monkeys Wrote this? *by S***E on 10 January 2001* Great read, but as others have said, not a reference book. Vince Staten and I share a love of a writer I won't mention ('cause it's a bit of a surprise), and his style is similar. I've actually been _in_ one drugstore he mentions in another book, and spent some time near his hometown. Biased? Yeah.... My only real complaint - some of the stranger tools mentioned might have benefited by pictures or sketches. While I only found a few things that I didn't at least know something about, I'm sure not every reader is going to have seen some of this stuff. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/402243892-did-monkeys-invent-the-monkey-wrench-hardware-stores-and-hardware](https://www.desertcart.be/products/402243892-did-monkeys-invent-the-monkey-wrench-hardware-stores-and-hardware) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-10-04*