1/4" Locking Chrome Extensions - Matco?

[The Critic]

Not a huge fan of Matco's business model of reboxing, but I am looking for a set of 1/4" collar-style locking extensions. My top contender had been SK 4941, but it appears that the Matco's are less expensive. Are these being made by A.J. mfg.? Product page states USA.

 

[mdrawde]

Have you had a look at Proto? They are around $20 to $30 each on Zoro.

 

[DekNgo]

I really like the Stahlwille locking extensions that use a push button. They come in many different lengths too.

Stahlwille with exposed button:
https://www.stahlwille.de/products/de_en/12011001-12011001.html

Stahlwille with recessed button:
https://www.stahlwille.de/products/de_en/catalog/product/view/id/37308/

Wera also makes extensions with a push button.

Wera "flexible lock" extensions:
https://products.wera.de/en/zyklop_...chets_3_8_zyklop_accessories_3_8_8796_lb.html

 

[plinker]

Based on the Armstrong, Matco & S-K mix of random lengths & drive sizes I have they are all by the same OE. Pretty good chance AJ makes them.

They do work rather nicely IMO.

 

[2ndGearRubber]

Have you had a look at Proto? They are around $20 to $30 each on Zoro.

I have these from proto and SK. Zero issues with them. If they're USA made they're likely the above product, so I'd have no issue buying from matco on sale.

 

[dr_clyde]

I have the Matco ones you listed and they're fantastic. One of my favorite drive tool accessories.

 

[The Critic]

Have you had a look at Proto? They are around $20 to $30 each on Zoro.

I have not. Didn’t realize they existed- I guess I did not look hard enough. Thanks.

Based on the Armstrong, Matco & S-K mix of random lengths & drive sizes I have they are all by the same OE. Pretty good chance AJ makes them.

They do work rather nicely IMO.

Good call.

 

[stonesfan68]

I find these Mac Tools locking hand-drive locking extensions to be very useful. I haven't found many places where the handle gets in the way, but keep in mind that I am a DIYer and not a pro.

Mac SMEDL3PT

 

[lardy1]

I have the Wera's and they're very nice tools. They don't get used much so I can't speak for longevity.

 

[dnschmidt]

I have the Stahlwille models shown above. I like them. I also prefer the button style to the pull back sleeve type.

 

[wafrederick]

The locking extensions,AJ Manufacturing make them for Mac,Matco and Snap On.Differences are what is put on the ratchet side and part numbers

 

[Fedwrench]

The locking extensions,AJ Manufacturing make them for Mac,Matco and Snap On.Differences are what is put on the ratchet side and part numbers

I wonder if AJ made Armstrong's too, or if they picked up the ball and ran with it after Armstrong shuttered.

I know Cripe distributing offered several of the Armstrong versions but, that stock may have dried up by now. I really like my MAC versions as they have knurling around the female square drive end.

 

[assassin10000]

I was talking with my Matco guy and he says the chrome are a bit too soft and go with the impact version.

 

[wafrederick]

I wonder if AJ made Armstrong's too, or if they picked up the ball and ran with it after Armstrong shuttered.

I know Cripe distributing offered several of the Armstrong versions but, that stock may have dried up by now. I really like my MAC versions as they have knurling around the female square drive end.

I am not sure.I know it was mentioned in one of Flat Rate Master's youtube videos