T-Handle Hex keys.

[neuralsnafu]

Who makes a good set of hex keys with a T handle? I'm looking for a set up to 10mm, with no skips in whole sizes. I keep finding sets, but they all seem to be missing two from 3mm to 10mm. I know I require a 7mm and every set from HF to snap on, matco, mac etc all seem to miss this one...

Forgot to mention that I'd prefer something I'm able to pick up locally.

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

Bondhus sets dont include a 7mm, but they offer one to supplement tbeir sets. I like mine a lot and use them a few times a week and they hold up great and have never stripped fastener for me.

 

[Art From De Leon]

Best that I have found are Matco.

 

[knobby]

If you are OK with Taiwanese manufacture these are a decent value
http://www.princessauto.com/pal/en/Hex-And-Torx/9-pc-Metric-3-Way-Hex-Key-Set/8530750.p
Used a set for awhile now they fit the fastener at least as well as my bondhus straight end T handles

 

[neuralsnafu]

Yeah, I'm not opposed to non-USA coo. I just want something that's got some reach as I am really getting tired of having the little L keys get stuck or dropped in the engine bay...



Anyone else have any recommendations?

 

[K-Dog]

If I can give you a tip...
Get a set that has a ball on the end. Much nicer.

 

[thesilverone]

go Bondhus

 

[Herod]

I can tell you what NOT TO buy.....those JEGS ones. Terrible. I bought a set to put on my bench so I could grab something quick when I needed one. Forget it. None of the sizes are even correct. They'll waller out the hole of anything you work on. Poor fit. Cheezy.

 

[BirdMobile]

If I can give you a tip...
Get a set that has a ball on the end. Much nicer.

Mixed feelings about this post.
Ball hex keys do allow you to engage the fastener off-axis, and can really make a difference in cramped and cluttered areas... however, they are more delicate and the ball will tend to break off if over-torqued.
For T-handled hex, where you are often applying lots of torque, a traditional set without the ball will generally be a better "fit" for the tool. I like ball-end hex drivers, but on the end of screwdriver type handles or as a supplimentary set of "L" keys or sockets, not on T-handles.
Just my 0.02...

 

[JonnyMac]

Not sure if pb swiss do T handles but their hex keys are very high quality. Ive got a snap on set which were actually quite cheap. Off the van I seem to remember them being around $80. They are the type without the hex on the handle section..

part number AWMCG1600B

 

[knobby]

Mixed feelings about this post.
Ball hex keys do allow you to engage the fastener off-axis, and can really make a difference in cramped and cluttered areas... however, they are more delicate and the ball will tend to break off if over-torqued.
For T-handled hex, where you are often applying lots of torque, a traditional set without the ball will generally be a better "fit" for the tool. I like ball-end hex drivers, but on the end of screwdriver type handles or as a supplimentary set of "L" keys or sockets, not on T-handles.
Just my 0.02...

Quoted for truth
Something like a button head stainless steel cap screw with its soft shallow engagement using a ball end hex is a recipe for a mess if it involves much torque at all
A set of each is the best solution

 

[FMC1959]

Not sure if pb swiss do T handles but their hex keys are very high quality. Ive got a snap on set which were actually quite cheap. Off the van I seem to remember them being around $80. They are the type without the hex on the handle section..

part number AWMCG1600B

The bottom of this post, this guy has them and finds them special.
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=4348730&postcount=20

Not sure if they are in the OP's budget range, but all the PB Swiss Torx & hex keys/T-Handles are supposed to be top notch, especially under heavy torque situations.

 

[impulse922]

Facom from zoro.

7 piece set is $35 shipped. Made in france. As long as you dont need a 9mm.

http://www.zoro.com/i/G5050762/?utm...hopping_Feed&gclid=CJGPm_6t3cECFeHm7AodBioADg

 

[davethorik]

The bottom of this post, this guy has them and finds them special.
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showpost.php?p=4348730&postcount=20

Not sure if they are in the OP's budget range, but all the PB Swiss Torx & hex keys/T-Handles are supposed to be top notch, especially under heavy torque situations.

Yeah but go to PB Swiss's website. They mostly cater to metric and it appears to me they don't even offer those odd sizes individually.

I am not saying their stuff isn't nice but close to $100 for a set of fractional allen wrenches and it doesn't even have a 3/8? I looked at their site and it appears the only way you can get a fractional set with a 3/8 is to get it without the ball end, or to just order the 3/8 separately.

I would say if Eklind or Bondhus make them, go that route.

 

[nicksnothereman]

Who makes a good set of hex keys with a T handle? I'm looking for a set up to 10mm, with no skips in whole sizes. I keep finding sets, but they all seem to be missing two from 3mm to 10mm. I know I require a 7mm and every set from HF to snap on, matco, mac etc all seem to miss this one...

Forgot to mention that I'd prefer something I'm able to pick up locally.

Small sizes don't really need t handle. Just saying.

You might have to buy them individually to get a complete set, or buy missing sizes. There's a reason for this: they probably don't use the size much in probable applications. Maybe you have an improbable application.

 

[Dirty Diesels]

Who makes a good set of hex keys with a T handle? I'm looking for a set up to 10mm, with no skips in whole sizes. I keep finding sets, but they all seem to be missing two from 3mm to 10mm. I know I require a 7mm and every set from HF to snap on, matco, mac etc all seem to miss this one...

Forgot to mention that I'd prefer something I'm able to pick up locally.

Try Teng Tools, they do a 7mm in their sets, if you can get them in the U.S ?

http://www.screwfix.com/p/teng-tools-t-handle-hex-key-set-7-pieces/2698f