How much does a surplus hand tools sell for at government auction?

Across 28 completed United Kingdom government auctions in the last 12 months, the median hand tools sold for £43, with most closing between £29 and £89. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.

Where can I buy a surplus hand tools?

Government agencies sell surplus hand tools through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live hand tools listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.

Are these sold prices before or after fees?

These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Hand tools: what it sells for at government auction

The median hand tools lot sold for £43 across 28 completed United Kingdom government auctions in the last 12 months. Most close between £29 and £89.

Median sale

£43

Typical range

£29–£89

Completed lots

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Median sale price by month

2026-08

£52

2026-07

£33

2026-06

£39

Recent sold hand tools examples

Pallet of various electrical and petrol hand tools to include grinders and chainsaws etc 'untested'.£55
Sold Aug 25, 2026 · LINCOLNSHIRE
Stack-on tool chest with quantity of hand tools and US pro tools trolley£40
Sold Aug 21, 2026 · DERBYSHIRE
Yamoto 4 Drawer Service Cart with Hand Tools£145
Sold Aug 19, 2026 · ABERDEEN CITY
1 Lot Assorted Hand Tools£225
Sold Aug 19, 2026 · ABERDEEN CITY
Workshop tools and accessories - metal detectors, small bits storage, tyre pumps, mixed hand tools£32
Sold Aug 18, 2026 · LINCOLNSHIRE
Workshop tools and accessories - cutters, hammers, work lights, mixed small hand tools & more£34
Sold Aug 18, 2026 · LINCOLNSHIRE

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Hand tools sold prices by state

Lincolnshire£42 (13)Essex£33 (6)

Other tools sold prices

Tool box £46 Drill £33 Generator £78 Grinder £26 Air compressor £68 Welder £143 DeWalt £46 Lathe £650 Milwaukee £59 Impact wrench £34

Frequently asked questions

How much does a surplus hand tools sell for at government auction?: Across 28 completed United Kingdom government auctions in the last 12 months, the median hand tools sold for £43, with most closing between £29 and £89. Final prices vary with year, condition, mileage, and location.
Where can I buy a surplus hand tools?: Government agencies sell surplus hand tools through official platforms like GSA Auctions, GovDeals, and Public Surplus. GovAuctions aggregates live hand tools listings into one free, searchable feed — no bid packs or credits required.
Are these sold prices before or after fees?: These are realised final winning bids, excluding buyer's premium and taxes. Budget for an additional buyer's premium (often around 10%), applicable taxes, and transport when estimating your all-in cost.

Methodology: median final winning bid on hand tools lots that closed on official United Kingdom government auction platforms over the trailing 365 days, matched by title. Realised sale prices, excluding buyer's premium. No-bid lots excluded. Updated daily.