New Proto ratcheting combo wrenches USA.

[amitchell]

here is the link to the release pdf

http://www.stanleyproto.com/xhtml/LITERATURE/PMKT-1013_MIUSARatchetingWrenchKFS.pdf

 

[rt dak]

Interesting, they look just like Mac Precision Torque wrenches which are Taiwan.

 

[TF.120]

They look pretty nice! looks like you can use both sides of the ratcheting end unlike the gear wrench set i have as well.

 

[bobcatdan]

I like the size range, but I wonder what the big sets cost

 

[87Pomona]

Those wrenches look really nice. I wonder what they'll cost?

 

[Chadwilliam1]

assuming they don't have that stupid lip that gearwrench uses I will want a metric set.

 

[shampoop]

Those look nice. Gonna be expensive for sure.

 

[mvptrukin]

I hope that somebody besides Grainger or MSC will have them at a good price! Maybe Zoro will have them.

 

[stroh]

I bought a 7/8" to try from MSC thru my work. It is very nice and no cap stop on the box end like the gear wrench. I will try to get some pics in a day or two. I have to borrow a camera.

 

[AZ_Catskinner]

$425 for the 7/32-1½" set (in black) from the local Proto joint here. I'm seriously considering wiping out what is left of this year's tool allowance on them.

 

[3xpendable]

must have

 

[kams1973]

Son of a B!t(h.........sometimes my wallet really, really hates this forum.

 

[gooseadrian]

I want!!!

 

[03protege]

$425 for the 7/32-1½" set (in black) from the local Proto joint here. I'm seriously considering wiping out what is left of this year's tool allowance on them.

is that a typo? The pdf only lists 1/4" through 1-1/4"

 

[Rogue1987]

I want a set....$425 for US made? Might just have to do that. Anyone know of them on line some where?
Sent from a Braniff 707 via telex

 

[03protege]

One thing that would hold me back is they appear to have the "universal" head for the ratcheting portion. Not sure I like dat.

 

[littletoes]

WOW, looks good to me! And I have a thing for PROTO.

 

[adamsredlines]

assuming they don't have that stupid lip that gearwrench uses I will want a metric set.

That's a sears thing.....the gear wrench products everywhere else don't have that.

 

[doan]

One thing that would hold me back is they appear to have the "universal" head for the ratcheting portion. Not sure I like dat.

Also labeled "spline" instead of 12 point.

 

[dsmnickk90]

I wonder how they compare to Armstrong

 

[JASTECH]

mvp, Why not Grainger, there in Colorado too me thinks?

 

[Toolhorder]

When does the Proto truck come in? oh yeah it doesn't.

 

[Charles (in GA)]

Made in USA according to the brochure. Might have to look into the large set for work.

Charles

 

[FiendFX]

I'll stick to my 50% off gearwrench ratchting wrenches.

 

[jabberwoki]

Mmmm i wonder if the ratcheting assembly is made in the USA?

 

[hifi_hokie]

Son of a B!t(h.........sometimes my wallet really, really hates this forum.

Sometimes?

 

[Skin]

$425 for the 7/32-1½" set (in black) from the local Proto joint here. I'm seriously considering wiping out what is left of this year's tool allowance on them.

Someone can correct me if i'm wrong but all the black chrome wrenches are Taiwan. These appear new and based on a Facom 440 wrench beam and will only be available in chrome. I cannot find any of these new sets online, just the black taiwan ones, and since the model numbers are really only differentiated by an "A" at the end i'm guessing thats what you found too. It would be great if this is true and perhaps will stop some Stanley bashing.

 

[arnwoodwheels]

Someone can correct me if i'm wrong but all the black chrome wrenches are Taiwan. These appear new and based on a Facom 440 wrench beam and will only be available in chrome. I cannot find any of these new sets online, just the black taiwan ones, and since the model numbers are really only differentiated by an "A" at the end i'm guessing thats what you found too. It would be great if this is true and perhaps will stop some Stanley bashing.

I was able to find single wrenches online at MSC but not the sets.
I just ordered some CM industrial sets from Sears outlet because the black Proto are Tawian. I may be returning them to get the new Protos.

 

[AZ_Catskinner]

The flyer I picked up the other day shows 7/32"-1½" for the big set.

Also they are shown as black oxide, not that goofy black chrome. Definitely the same beam design though.

I'll cruise by there tomorrow and see if they've got any in stock and check it out.

 

[4x4gearhead]

Id believe the COO when I saw it, considering stanley/mac's recent track record. They do look nice, I have a lot of old proto which is nice but nothing modern.

 

[AZ_Catskinner]

Id believe the COO when I saw it, considering stanley/mac's recent track record. They do look nice, I have a lot of old proto which is nice but nothing modern.

Most Proto is USA sourced. I think they are smart enough to keep as much production as humanly possible here, especially for the growing number of jobs with the "USA ONLY!!" tool policies.

Where Mac (marketed toward automotive) and Stanley (marketed toward homeowners/hobbyists) aren't going to be hurt too much by this policy, Proto effectively dominates the industrial and construction markets, and probably wants to stay that way.

 

[4x4gearhead]

Most Proto is USA sourced. I think they are smart enough to keep as much production as humanly possible here, especially for the growing number of jobs with the "USA ONLY!!" tool policies.

Where Mac (marketed toward automotive) and Stanley (marketed toward homeowners/hobbyists) aren't going to be hurt too much by this policy, Proto effectively dominates the industrial and construction markets, and probably wants to stay that way.

Ah, good point, I havent bought a new proto tool ever, all that I own (which is a bit) is all US made but old. Ive been on a serious "**** buying new tools" kick lately, especially since my snap on dealer screwed me.

 

[KF5LCH]

gearhead, I've been on that kick for about 10 years now. Welcome to the club.

 

[amitchell]

Any pics Stroh?

I am waiting to hear back about pricing and availability in Canada.

 

[RV77]

especially since my snap on dealer screwed me.

Care to share what went down ?

 

[arnwoodwheels]

I still cant find anyone selling the sets yet. Just singles at MSC.
It is interesting that the new full polish USA made wrenches cost less than the Taiwan made black wrenches.
That would be a good trend for USA made tools to sell for a lower price than imported.

http://www1.mscdirect.com/eCommerce/SearchServlet/Hand-Tools/Wrenches/Combination-Wrenches/_/N-77eefZ1yxsjnxZ1yxo1gn?refinement=4289390263&searchandizedOk=Y&currentMSCtt=proto+ratching+wrench&currentRawInput=proto+ratching+wrench%A2proto+ratching+wrench&currentMSCtk=All_MSC&currentMSCtx=mode+matchallpartial

 

[Chadwilliam1]

has anyone found a set of these yet? I am going to sell my craftsman and buy the protos.I want to get rid of the lobster claws.

 

[AZ_Catskinner]

I'm waiting on them to arrive.

 

[Chadwilliam1]

where did you order them from?

 

[AZ_Catskinner]

Our local dealer - Industrial Tool and Supply.