Laser Etched Socket Markings

[Tlag]

I thought these seemed like a good idea, since they do seem easier to see/read.

I saws some Craftsman sockets that ONLY had laser etching, and now I'm thinking its a bad idea. Isn't there a chance that could wear off?

There must be a thread about this, but I didn't see one.

 

[mmg440]

Yes, I have some laser etched sockets I believe from Lisle or similar and the numbers are almost completely illegible after about 4 years of use. If you are only DYI probably not much of a issue and they would hold up fine for many years.

 

[The Muffin Man]

I multiple sets of the "Easy to Read" sockets that Craftsman offers. I've only had them for a few months so I can't comment on how long the laser etching will last (they don't seem like they would.) Though all the sockets are also double stamped so if the etching wears off it would be just like a standard socket.

 

[Tlag]

I multiple sets of the "Easy to Read" sockets that Craftsman offers. I've only had them for a few months so I can't comment on how long the laser etching will last (they don't seem like they would.) Though all the sockets are also double stamped so if the etching wears off it would be just like a standard socket.

Having both stamped/ingraved markings and laser etch seems like a good idea. I don't think I'd go for just etched.

 

[Paladin]

Yeah, I had to exchange a C-Man socket yesterday, and my options for 13/16 deep were almost all just the laser etched. I dug thru the stack of sockets and found 1 that was both stamped size and laser etched. Personally, I think the laser etching is :supergay:

 

[nissan_crawler]

I had to replace a lost socket a few weeks ago. I found a dual marked one and purposely rubbed off the etching right away.

 

[WVU Tuba Dale]

I have some laser etched (also stamped) impact sockets. My 21, 19, and 17 have all worn completely off, and so has the "industrial" finish. They almost look chrome.