Snapon Locking Flex Head Ratchet Question

[RatchetMan]

Are the little black button selectors on the locking flex head ratchets plastic or metal? I'm looking at a TX72. I'm not a pro so I emailed Snapon last week asking about a local driver so I could look at one but didn't get a response.

I figured it would be faster to consult the folks on this board. Does the locking button really hold the head rock-solid steady or is there still some play in it?

 

[redwrench60]

It doesn't hold the head percectly tight but none of them really do. There's a little at when locked but it doesn't bother me.

 

[RatchetMan]

It doesn't hold the head percectly tight but none of them really do. There's a little at when locked but it doesn't bother me.

What about the selector button? Plastic or metal? Does it feel sturdy and like it will last 50 years?

 

[farmall400]

I just had one of these repaired. I had an older model with a plastic selector switch and my new switch is now metal.

 

[rusty65]

Yeah snap on has changed the locking buttons from plastic to metal.

 

[Subyroo651]

You may be able to see up to date pictures of the new ones on ebay.

All the new ones are metal, only the plastic switch itself changed.

EDIT: Here is a picture of the two versions together.

You could also get an old version and upgrade it with a replacement lock kit.

 

[redwrench60]

What about the selector button? Plastic or metal? Does it feel sturdy and like it will last 50 years?

The new ones I'm seeing on the truck have a metal lock selector but mine's still plastic, seems to work for me. I guess if it shits the bed it'll get a metal replacement.