Gearwrench Non-Ratcheting Wrenchs

[dgxlh]

Here is a review of the Gearwrench Non-Ratcheting Wrench set. I have not seen a review on these wrenches anywhere so I decided to do one. These wrenches are pretty good looking and I've used them lightly and they preformed as should.

So thanks for watching guys!

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[Kirbot]

Thanks for the review.

I've been looking for a set to replace my old mismatched stuff, and I'm debating between these, Stanley and a handful of other brands.

 

[pauls_workshop]

Doug, thanks for your nice review! Also, your arm thickness and tattoos and beard adds authenticity to your evaluation!

Great stuff! I picked up recently SAE and Metric sets of the GW crossbeam non-racheting versions recently at the Menards super closeout deals. Good for the cost, though the new ones are all China now, no longer Taiwan.

Also, lots of people are liking Wright for US now over even Snap On, and SK/Proto are other strong options. Check out Wright if you haven't yet for the pro use. - Paul

 

[bcradio]

Keep the reviews coming... good job

 

[dgxlh]

Thanks for the review.

I've been looking for a set to replace my old mismatched stuff, and I'm debating between these, Stanley and a handful of other brands.

Over this weekend I got to use them taking apart a vstar motorcycle yesterday and I have to say for a china wrench its really good.
Fitment of the jaw over nuts and bolt heats is pretty on point. Every wrench grabbed and didn't strip anything (I was actually getting concerned because the bike was never taken apart and everything was super tight) and they performed as expected.

 

[dgxlh]

Doug, thanks for your nice review! Also, your arm thickness and tattoos and beard adds authenticity to your evaluation!

Great stuff! I picked up recently SAE and Metric sets of the GW crossbeam non-racheting versions recently at the Menards super closeout deals. Good for the cost, though the new ones are all China now, no longer Taiwan.

Also, lots of people are liking Wright for US now over even Snap On, and SK/Proto are other strong options. Check out Wright if you haven't yet for the pro use. - Paul

Hahahhaa that was good

Do you find the x beam useful? I always feel like it would get in the way. But I also can see the added comfort.

And to be honest I wanted to get wright grips initially but I couldn't find any deals and needed the wrenches lol. One day I'll get them

 

[dgxlh]

Keep the reviews coming... good job

Thank you Sir!

 

[woodstockva]

Great job! I also own the non-ratcheting long pattern Gearwrenches, and I have used them for the last 4-5 years with really no issues. The finish is very nice, and the length really helps add extra leverage when needed.

I honestly didnt think that they even sold them anymore, but I am glad to see that they are still available.

Thanks for posting the video!

 

[AndrewV]

I use them daily at my work. Well for sizes 24mm+, and 1"+.
Never had an issue.

 

[toolslut6.0]

At work I have knuckle saver 2s that are the long pattern ones. At home I have a set of the old style squared handled knuckle saver regular length in standard. But as far as the gear wrench wrenches are concerned I have the set from 6 to 32 for home shop use. They have worked well. They replaced my small set of metric USA craftsmans. I've liked the gear wrench so far. But they also don't see pro use. Only thing that torqued me off about the deal is that the 13 is actually like 13.21 mm opening so it's slightly loose on new fasteners. As long as there's rust it fits tight. I try to use my old mac half inch wrench when disassembling new stuff with 13mm heads to prevent leaving marks. But good wrenches for the price. As far as the x beams are concerned I have a set of non ratcheting up to 19 mm that I bought for work to test them out. Took them home because I found myself avoiding them most of the time due to the raised profile. Use them at home sometimes but mostly are just for ascetic value lol

 

[pauls_workshop]

Hahahhaa that was good

Do you find the x beam useful? I always feel like it would get in the way. But I also can see the added comfort.

And to be honest I wanted to get wright grips initially but I couldn't find any deals and needed the wrenches lol. One day I'll get them

I do like the x beam style option. I've had a set of old US Craftsmen SAE and Metric for about 30 years and some odd others as well, like a few big SAE Protos, some SAE Williams smaller ones, and various others. I picked these up because I didn't have any x beam style and they were cheap on clearance.

The x beam are less stiff when turning as the beam is bending in the middle, but they are real comfortable to use on the hands/fingers as you avoid the edge effect digging into your hand with the flat end always on your hand. So I think if you are older like me, these are more comfortable to use. But they do flex more, by design. For really high torque, might still use a regular wrench, but for normal torqued bolts, these are nice for comfort. Now I gotta get a tattoo somewhere as I am newly inspired! - Paul

 

[Kirbot]

Has anybody compared Gearwrench to the newer Chinese Craftsman full polish wrenches?
They have the 9 piece sets on sale for $20, so I'm wondering if there's much difference...

 

[treblarefils]

I have standard and metric of these and they have been great.

 

[OutsideMachinist]

Has anybody compared Gearwrench to the newer Chinese Craftsman full polish wrenches?
They have the 9 piece sets on sale for $20, so I'm wondering if there's much difference...

I dont think the craftsman have the knock off flank drive open ends. Depending on work you do that can be good or bad. I dont like my main set of wrenches having it.

 

[dgxlh]

Great job! I also own the non-ratcheting long pattern Gearwrenches, and I have used them for the last 4-5 years with really no issues. The finish is very nice, and the length really helps add extra leverage when needed.

I honestly didnt think that they even sold them anymore, but I am glad to see that they are still available.

Thanks for posting the video!

I use them daily at my work. Well for sizes 24mm+, and 1"+.
Never had an issue.

At work I have knuckle saver 2s that are the long pattern ones. At home I have a set of the old style squared handled knuckle saver regular length in standard. But as far as the gear wrench wrenches are concerned I have the set from 6 to 32 for home shop use. They have worked well. They replaced my small set of metric USA craftsmans. I've liked the gear wrench so far. But they also don't see pro use. Only thing that torqued me off about the deal is that the 13 is actually like 13.21 mm opening so it's slightly loose on new fasteners. As long as there's rust it fits tight. I try to use my old mac half inch wrench when disassembling new stuff with 13mm heads to prevent leaving marks. But good wrenches for the price. As far as the x beams are concerned I have a set of non ratcheting up to 19 mm that I bought for work to test them out. Took them home because I found myself avoiding them most of the time due to the raised profile. Use them at home sometimes but mostly are just for ascetic value lol

Do you guys remember if the ones you have are China or Taiwan?

 

[dgxlh]

Has anybody compared Gearwrench to the newer Chinese Craftsman full polish wrenches?
They have the 9 piece sets on sale for $20, so I'm wondering if there's much difference...

I haven't actually used the China Craftsman but just playing with them in the store and having my GW Id give it to GW hands down, comparing to USA RP would be more difficult though

 

[Tronyadorable]

Those are made at the Danaher-APEX-SATA plant in China. They are top of the line.

 

[AndrewV]

Mine are like 4yrs old.
Regardless of coo, they work great. Don't round off bolts.

 

[dgxlh]

Those are made at the Danaher-APEX-SATA plant in China. They are top of the line.

I've never heard of that. I might have to educate myself

 

[dgxlh]

Mine are like 4yrs old.
Regardless of coo, they work great. Don't round off bolts.

Wasn't trying coo battle (seen WAAAYYY to many). Just was curious

 

[Toyota mechanic]

I have a set of each, bought them at Advanced Auto, on clearance, 14 pc. sets, both MM and SAE.. They are very good, Snap-on replicas, I thought, very similar to the Snap-on flank drive sets I once had. Never had an issue. I had them 7 years or so...

 

[nicksnothereman]

Here is a review of the Gearwrench Non-Ratcheting Wrench set. I have not seen a review on these wrenches anywhere so I decided to do one. These wrenches are pretty good looking and I've used them lightly and they preformed as should.

So thanks for watching guys!

The thing is...most cheap wrenches (even india and china) perform okay to fairly high torque. More torque than I'd actually use a wrench (okay I don't really use wrenches-->off but still). I don't mean the tossaway sets (glovebox kits) but the dedicated sets.

No one wants to submit to testing so here we are. If you use wrenches under 70 foot pounds...you're probably good if you have one of these sets. Best bet for cheap stuff is to check the weight; if it's relatively heavy it should be okay. Modern taiwanese stuff is generally lighter but still performs well.

 

[dgxlh]

The thing is...most cheap wrenches (even india and china) perform okay to fairly high torque. More torque than I'd actually use a wrench (okay I don't really use wrenches-->off but still). I don't mean the tossaway sets (glovebox kits) but the dedicated sets.

No one wants to submit to testing so here we are. If you use wrenches under 70 foot pounds...you're probably good if you have one of these sets. Best bet for cheap stuff is to check the weight; if it's relatively heavy it should be okay. Modern taiwanese stuff is generally lighter but still performs well.

I have something in the works for a test on craftsman RP, these wrenches, and Snap on FD and non FD. As usual with me it'll be a not very scientific but a very real world test

 

[dgxlh]

I'm glad to hear everyone that has a set likes them, I know now that they have longevity!!

 

[articsilber323]

i have the 7-32mm set and love them, i want to get the sae sent when i find it on sale or on promo

i hate my craftsman RP SAE wrenches

i like the gearwrench long pattern more