1/2" ratchet suggestions

[Bjkearns]

I currently do not have any good half inch drive ratchets.
Snap On and Matco would be nice but not in the budget.

I prefer ratchets with more teeth.
I would prefer if the COO was the USA but that is not mandatory.

Thinking a long or a flexible long.
Mainly going to be used for suspension stuff.

Wanting to stay below $75 unless just a little bit more really opens things up.

 

[DTB]

Don't know the current price but I'd say the Armstrong Maxx 17" locking flex head fits the criteria well.12-994 Part number.60 tooth mechanism but can be upgraded to 88.Or used Snap-On or Matco on ebay,etc.

That being said,I love my Snap On SL80 for general work when not using an impact wrench.Very smooth ratchet,little drag.I use it alot...

 

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+2 on SO on eBay. I picked up a S936 for $50 shipped last week. Cleaned it and lubed it with Super Lube and it is a real nice ratchet.

 

[davesnothere]

Shlf24a. Skip lunch for awhile. Its worh it.

 

[wise]

My Dual 80 Long Flexhead 1/2 was pricey as a... a pleasure to use though! I liked it so much I replaced my 3/8 long flex head 32 tooth Snap-On with the exact one just dual 80 (sure is nice having my old snappy at home though after a fresh rebuild )

 

[rusty65]

I think a wright ratchet would fit the bill they have 80 teeth and smooth as butter. And can be picked up for 40-50 dollars brand new.

 

[NiteWolf]

This is what i have and like it a lot, http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ttn-11072/overview/ it the same as the match or Mac can't remember which, but with a different grip.

 

[CWP1616L]

Williams S-52EHA or the Cornwell SR50

 

[billymade]

BAHCO 8150-1/2 10 1/5 Inch Fine Tooth Bi Mold Comfort Grip Enclosed Head Ratchet

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B006MHEGCS/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Dual 80 Snapon head at a affordable price!

36 tooth williams like the previous gen snapon 936 series:

JH Williams S-52EHLA Long Enclosed Head

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DNVL3I/?tag=atomicindus08-20

S-52EHFA Chrome Finish Flex Head Ratchet 14-1⁄4" long

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001DO0QLK/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Check out the whole Williams line of ratchets here:

http://www.snaponindustrialbrands.c...rialbrandscom/Content/PDF/SOIB - CAT2 236.pdf

Look for USED; you can probably find a used dual 80, 936 series or a Matco... fleas, pawnshops, ebay good places to look!

 

[kunkernator]

Not USA, but excellent quality (my go to ratchet); a Gearwrench 84 tooth flex head. I have the set, and I almost don't touch any other ratchets.

 

[1950mercury]

If your looking for a longer ratchet the armstrong maxx locking flex head is hard to beat..it usa made and if you go to the hot deals section you can het a autozone code and get one for under 85 bucks shipped to your door

 

[blackz26]

Mac vr15. Seen one close on eBay for $30 shipped.

 

[Bjkearns]

I am liking the looks of that Armstrong
Seems like it would meet my needs very well

 

[mrjaw14]

I have the armstrong 10-994, 11-994, and 12-994 MAXX locking flex heads. they are wonderful. No regrets what so ever. The 1/2" drive 12-994 is a hoss...friggin stout. I could take that thing into battle

 

[Davefr]

I hate the bring up the dreaded S word but here's an option. Don't confuse this ratchet with the "toys" from China:

http://www.sears.com/craftsman-prem...0925482000P?prdNo=19&blockNo=19&blockType=G19