1/2in drive deep and shallow sockets

[AEAdam]

Buyer remorse should not be a valid return reason. It raises prices for everybody. If you don't need them, sell them.

I would consider it. Toolbox space is usually at a premium. I really don’t like having tools in my box that I never use.

 

[Dakotadadv8]

For 12 point sockets for just in case, I like the 1/2 drive 12 point shallow set Craftsman from Lowes, less than $50.

 

[four.cycle]

>> This thread is now four months old. Hopefully the O/P has by now got some idea of what he really needs, but just in case:

16mm.
And 27mm (or 1-1/16” which is basically the same) is common enough to recommend.

if you have a Ford truck, BUY the 16mm socket. Shallow/Deep/whatever.

I wouldn’t bother buying both 6 point and 12.

^ THIS. I won't get into a 6-point vs. 12-point argument, but you really don't need both.

If I’m using SAE, I quite often need a similar size range - say up to 1 1/4?

^ THIS is the real reason I am responding to this thread. Notwithstanding all arguments about SAE being obsolete, you will at some point in time encounter it, and life will be easier if you're prepared. Go up to 1-1/4" - and don't duplicate it. I would go with strictly deep-well 6-points on 1", 1-1/6", 1-18", and 1-1/4". You will watch 2 dozen blue moons cross the night sky before you need to use one. You can thank me then.

RE: O'Reilly's "Power Torque" brand: gave my buddy a set of their little "low profile" metric sockets and he loves them.

 

[Fedwrench]

Allow me to muddy the waters a bit. More than a few years ago, I picked up a Genius Tools 1/2 drive metric semi deep impact socket set, and it became my reach for first 1/2 drive socket set.

Genius Tools Impact Socket Set 15 Piece Metric Semi-Deep Thin Wall 1/2 Inch Drive CR-Mo Steel High Strength - DI-415M

IMPACT SOCKET SET - 15pc 1/2" Drive Metric Semi-Deep Thin Wall Impact Socket Set (CR-Mo) DI-415M ORGANIZED TOOLS - Hard stamped sizes for easy, permanent identification that will not rub off CONVENIENT - Comes in a plastic blow-molded tray for secure storage and labeled for easy organization...

www.geniustoolsusa.com

Now, it may not meet your needs and definitely shop around for the best price. If using 1/2 drive, space isn't usually an issue and I'm also usually using it on some type of an impact wrench. There will be other sizes needed for axle nuts, and you might need a 30 mm 12 point socket once in a while but, this set covers most of what I do quite nicely. Your results may vary. Good luck in your quest.

 

[four.cycle]

RE: "Genius"

Several years ago - almost ten now - I gave my buddy a set of "Genius" brand 3/8" drive metric impact sockets. Set contained both shallow and deep-well, and it was cheap cheap cheap.
He has been pounding on them now for almost a decade. No problems.
Under-rated "low end" brand.

 

[ecotec]

Allow me to muddy the waters a bit. More than a few years ago, I picked up a Genius Tools 1/2 drive metric semi deep impact socket set, and it became my reach for first 1/2 drive socket set.

Genius Tools Impact Socket Set 15 Piece Metric Semi-Deep Thin Wall 1/2 Inch Drive CR-Mo Steel High Strength - DI-415M

IMPACT SOCKET SET - 15pc 1/2" Drive Metric Semi-Deep Thin Wall Impact Socket Set (CR-Mo) DI-415M ORGANIZED TOOLS - Hard stamped sizes for easy, permanent identification that will not rub off CONVENIENT - Comes in a plastic blow-molded tray for secure storage and labeled for easy organization...

www.geniustoolsusa.com

Now, it may not meet your needs and definitely shop around for the best price. If using 1/2 drive, space isn't usually an issue and I'm also usually using it on some type of an impact wrench. There will be other sizes needed for axle nuts, and you might need a 30 mm 12 point socket once in a while but, this set covers most of what I do quite nicely. Your results may vary. Good luck in your quest.

I have that set. It is pretty great for the money.

I used a Blackhawk for the 27mm. It was the perfect size. I haven’t found a 25mm that is the perfect length yet. I should look up the specs of the Snap-on.