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Bahco is a legendary Swedish brand in the hand tool industry, famous for its 'fish and hook' logo. Founded in 1886 by Johan Petter Johansson—the inventor of the modern adjustable wrench—the company has a long history of engineering excellence. While its roots are firmly planted in Sweden, the brand's production and ownership have evolved through several international acquisitions.
Today, Bahco is the flagship brand of SNA Europe, which is headquartered in Spain. SNA Europe itself is a subsidiary of Snap-on Incorporated, a major American tool manufacturer. Consequently, while the brand is Swedish by heritage, its ultimate ownership resides with Snap-on in the United States.
Manufacturing for Bahco products occurs across a global network. High-end wrenches and saws are still produced in Europe (notably in Spain and Sweden), but many consumer-grade accessories like the 59/S31 bit set are typically manufactured in high-quality facilities in Taiwan or other global locations to balance professional performance with competitive pricing.
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