Sae/metric small ratchet wrench set

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  • kickbacked

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    Putting together a bag for my car in case of roadside emergency. Looking for a smallish set that’s not completely crap but also not snap on. I currently have a set but it takes up the entire lapg jumbo bailout bag. Any recommendations? Already have screwdriver/bits so don’t need anything with those.
     

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    Off topic but I turned on “watch this thread” but I didn’t get notifications that anyone posted until I was quoted? Does it not notify you like reactions/quotes do?
     

    4sarge

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    I've had this Met Wrenches (SAE/Metric) set for many years and its my go to socket set. I've carried it in the car, on the tractor and out into the yard, it is extremely handy and durable. I believe when I bought mine probably 20-30 years ago they were German made.
    They are still available but you may have to search for them. Amazon had them but currently unavailable. Available at Metrinch. I'm thinking of buying a 2nd set for my son.

    62 PC METRINCH Combination Wrench and Socket Set

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    kickbacked

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    I've had this Met Wrenches (SAE/Metric) set for many years and its my go to socket set. I've carried it in the car, on the tractor and out into the yard, it is extremely handy and durable. I believe when I bought mine probably 20-30 years ago they were German made.
    They are still available but you may have to search for them. Amazon had them but currently unavailable. Available at Metrinch. I'm thinking of buying a 2nd set for my son.

    62 PC METRINCH Combination Wrench and Socket Set

    MetRinch Video
    unfortunately too large to fit in the bag that I have. I have a similar sized kit in my trunk at the moment . im trying to downsize everything into the bag because i frequently have to get a wheelchair in my trunk and unloading everything was becoming a chore.
     

    natdscott

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    To be honest, Craftsman still makes a pretty decent tool. Their ratchet ergonomics are better than most, and I have only broken one, which I promptly rebuilt because... ya know... you can get parts.

    They aren't MAC or Snap-On, but they don't cost as much, either.
     

    jerrob

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    I carried a small(ish) Pittsburgh set from Harbor Freight around right up until I needed it. The 12 point sockets rounded over more fasteners than they loosened or tightened. I gave it to Goodwill and kinda feel bad about it.................junk!

    The Tektons are a good set as well as the Gearwrench, I went with the Gearwrench because of the broaching (sp?) on the sockets, the ratchets have more options too, 84, 90 or 120 teeth are available.

    I have a large amount of Craftsman for the garage, but that's where they stay. They're all from the 80's and the stuff they make today is junk in comparison. I assume they're OK for occasional use, but I wouldn't expect too much outta them, especially the ratchets.

    An ideal set for carrying around in your car for an emergency (IMO), would be a 3/8" drive,
    6 point, 6-20mm metric and 1/4-3/4" SAE, shallow and deep with a full size and stubby ratchet with a variety of extentions and universal swivels. That with some decent wrenches, pliers and screwdrivers should handle most roadside repairs.
     
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    natdscott

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    I have a large amount of Craftsman for the garage, but that's where they stay. They're all from the 80's and the stuff they make today is junk in comparison. I assume they're OK for occasional use, but I wouldn't expect too much outta them, especially the ratchets.

    Have you broken much Craftsman stuff, recent, or old?
     

    jerrob

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    Have you broken much Craftsman stuff, recent, or old?
    I wouldn't say much, I've stripped out a 1\2" drive newer ratchet trying to loosen a stubborn bolt only to then remove it easily with a 40 year old 3/8" drive.

    It's not just a tool's failure point, it's also the quality in production. The newer Craftsman tools are not subjected to the same quality control as the older ones, and this is the case with many things nowdays. The socket aren't as polished inside and out, wall thickness has been reduced ect.

    One doesn't have to look too far back to see Sears failed the brand, then K-Mart couldn't use the brand to keep themselves on life support and now, as far as I know, Lowe's is the only store selling them and their return policy is horrible on a lifetime guaranteed tool.

    After Lowe's has had their fill of the brand not carrying it's own weight, Craftsman will be degraded to an internet brand you'll find on Amazon and ebay. This saddens me because it was America's brand, and was destroyed through corporate greed for higher profit margins. (Remington, Winchester, General Motors, GE ect).

    Older Craftsman tools will always have a place in my garage, but when it comes to newer tools, there's way better and less expensive options out there.

    Sorry for hijack kickbacked.
     
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    I’ve always carried a cheap set. When I get frustrated that I can’t fix my problem I can throw all 120 pieces into the air and watch them sparkle in the moonlight as they fall into the ditch. A small sense of satisfaction in a frustrating moment.
    It's important to come prepared for that moment when you need a little joy.
     

    Jeepster48439

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    I wouldn't say much, I've stripped out a 1\2" drive newer ratchet trying to loosen a stubborn bolt only to then remove it easily with a 40 year old 3/8" drive.

    It's not just a tool's failure point, it's also the quality in production. The newer Craftsman tools are not subjected to the same quality control as the older ones, and this is the case with many things nowdays. The socket aren't as polished inside and out, wall thickness has been reduced ect.

    One doesn't have to look too far back to see Sears failed the brand, then K-Mart couldn't use the brand to keep themselves on life support and now, as far as I know, Lowe's is the only store selling them and their return policy is horrible on a lifetime guaranteed tool.

    After Lowe's has had their fill of the brand not carrying it's own weight, Craftsman will be degraded to an internet brand you'll find on Amazon and ebay. This saddens me because it was America's brand, and was destroyed through corporate greed for higher profit margins. (Remington, Winchester, General Motors, GE ect).

    Older Craftsman tools will always have a place in my garage, but when it comes to newer tools, there's way better and less expensive options out there.

    Sorry for hijack kickbacked.
    I have seen Craftsman at Wally-World.
     
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