6 point combo wrenches

[Kscardsfan]

Does anyone know of any 6 point combo wrenches that fit into the void that Craftsman left behind? I would like some for the shop at work but I know they wouldn't get used as much and Don't want to spend a ton of money on them. And now that SK has reorganized I feel like there are even less options available. Thanks, and have a Merry Christmas to those who celebrate.

 

[sparky 1971]

Gearwrench has some metric part # is 81285, SAE is 81294

 

[Kscardsfan]

Gearwrench has some metric part # is 81285, SAE is 81294

Thanks. Saw that Proto has some but I might as well buy from a truck at that price.

 

[sparky 1971]

It appears I unintentionally lied. GW must not make them any longer but there are some on ebay.

28-Piece 6-Point SAE/Metric Full Polish Combination Wrench Set KDT81923 New! | eBay

Part Number: 81923 KDT81923. Combination Wrench Set, 28 Piece, 1/4 in. and 6mm to 19mm, 6-Point, Full Polish. Full Polish Combination Wrench,, 15/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16,, 9/16, 5/8, 11/16,, 13/16, 7/8, 15/16, 1, 6mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 15mm, 16mm, 17mm, 18mm, 19mm.

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GearWrench 81924 14-Piece 6-Point SAE Full Polish Combination Wrench Set | eBay

Combination Wrench Set, 14 Piece, 1/4 in. to 1 in., 6-Point, Full Polish. Wrench Sets. Hand Tools. Surface Drive PlusT on Open End: Stronger Grip, Reduces Fastener Rounding, Up to 25% More Torque. Offset Box End for Increased Access.

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Gearwrench 81925 14 Pc. 6 Point Metric Full Polish Combination Wrench Set | eBay

Gearwrench 81925 14 Pc. Sunex 991430M 30mm Fully Polished Jumbo Angle Head Wrench. Sunex Tools 991425M 25 mm Fully Polished Jumbo Angle Head Wrench. Sunex Tools 9843 4 Piece Seal and O-Ring Removal Set.

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[Wrench97]

Does anyone know of any 6 point combo wrenches that fit into the void that Craftsman left behind? I would like some for the shop at work but I know they wouldn't get used as much and Don't want to spend a ton of money on them. And now that SK has reorganized I feel like there are even less options available. Thanks, and have a Merry Christmas to those who celebrate.

Why 6 pt as opposed to 12?
With metric I find I use them less then I do/did with SAE.
Here is the Gearwrench 6pt set on Amazon> https://www.amazon.com/GEARWRENCH-Pc-Combination-Wrench-Metric/dp/B004IQSETQ/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Shelbylex]

Snap On has 6 point combos

I saw used Bonney 6 point combos, but they were SAE

 

[BrandonV]

Thanks. Saw that Proto has some but I might as well buy from a truck at that price.

Not to shameless plug but I'm selling a new Proto set for $100 shipped in the classified section.

J1200MHASDT500

 

[Wamsutta]

Not to shameless plug but I'm selling a new Proto set for $100 shipped in the classified section.

J1200MHASDT500

$286.11 at Amazon.

 

[tool_scrounge]

I usually find barely used Wright sets of EBay for reasonable if you have time to search for a deal.

 

[Kscardsfan]

Why 6 pt as opposed to 12?
With metric I find I use them less then I do/did with SAE.
Here is the Gearwrench 6pt set on Amazon> https://www.amazon.com/GEARWRENCH-Pc-Combination-Wrench-Metric/dp/B004IQSETQ/?tag=atomicindus08-20

We have enough old and soft fasteners out here to make it worth it sometimes. Plus we have tons of 12 point stuff as it stands so might as well round out the collection.

 

[BTJHP]

What about the new Craftsman Overdrive 6 pt?

 

[milky2k]

NAPA Carlyle has a set on promotion for $90.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/CHTCW613M

 

[mreisner]

USAG 285x. Same as Mac rbrt at less than half the price.

 

[Kscardsfan]

What about the new Craftsman Overdrive 6 pt?

We don’t have a Lowes within an hour of us or else I’d say that’s a good plan. If they get to the shelf at Ace I might be able to do it.

 

[Steve_P]

NAPA Carlyle has a set on promotion for $90.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/CHTCW613M

Great deal. If I actually needed these, now, I'd go with this.

 

[dutchgray]

USAG 285x. Same as Mac rbrt at less than half the price.

Got a set of those from Mister Worker in Italy
Very nice for the money

 

[mreisner]

Same here.

 

[chilly13]

USAG 285x. Same as Mac rbrt at less than half the price.

How long was shipping from Mister Worker? Im also looking into the 285x but just nervous to buy something that could get hit with fees or stuck in customs.

 

[BrandonV]

How long was shipping from Mister Worker? Im also looking into the 285x but just nervous to buy something that could get hit with fees or stuck in customs.

I never get hit with fees or customs and I order from MW all the time.

 

[chilly13]

I never get hit with fees or customs and I order from MW all the time.

Thanks for the reply, about how long does it take to get your orders? On a side note, have you looked into the 285x by any chance? The price is much more attractive than the Mac RBRTs

 

[BrandonV]

Thanks for the reply, about how long does it take to get your orders? On a side note, have you looked into the 285x by any chance? The price is much more attractive than the Mac RBRTs

Honestly I feel like the biggest thing that delays delivery is if it's a special order item.

Otherwise DHL from Italy to Arizona has been crazy fast for me. Usually a week and a half maybe?

I'm tempted to buy a set. I don't deal with rust so I prefer a non toothy profile.

 

[chilly13]

Honestly I feel like the biggest thing that delays delivery is if it's a special order item.

Otherwise DHL from Italy to Arizona has been crazy fast for me. Usually a week and a half maybe?

I'm tempted to buy a set. I don't deal with rust so I prefer a non toothy profile.

Thanks!

 

[mreisner]

Mine took about 10 days also to get from Europe to Michigan. No Customs problems either.

 

[Wellie]

Steelman wrenches in 6-point... decent price and good quality. I have beat on my wrenches and they have held up and the open end has not splayed open. Order from Steelman, Lowes, others, and even Amazon.

Metric Set

16-Piece Metric 6-Point Combination Wrench Set

Work with the same quality tools as service technicians with the STEELMAN 78331 16-Piece Metric 6-Point Combination Wrench Set. Constructed of heat treated chrome vanadium steel alloy these tools are guaranteed to meet or exceed ASME and ANSI torque standards to give you the long lasting...

steelmantools.com

SAE Set

13-Piece SAE 6-Point Combination Wrench Set

The open end of these wrenches are angled 15 degrees to provide easier access to fasteners. Size callouts are stamped into the steel both horizontally and vertically to make identification easy.

steelmantools.com

 

[amolaver]

I ordered the USAG 285x / U02850951 from mister worker 29 DEC... Was told at time of order they'd ship by 12 JAN. Still hasnt shipped especially displeased since they hit my card at time of order...

Thankfully I'm not in a rush, but the disingenuity is enough to make this order my last barring some amazing deal on something i can wait for.

ahm

 

[chilly13]

I ordered the USAG 285x / U02850951 from mister worker 29 DEC... Was told at time of order they'd ship by 12 JAN. Still hasnt shipped especially displeased since they hit my card at time of order...

Thankfully I'm not in a rush, but the disingenuity is enough to make this order my last barring some amazing deal on something i can wait for.

ahm

Im still on the fence, so thank you for this update. I'm sorry and I hope it gets shipped very soon.

 

[2mJps]

I have a small set of craftsman Sae and i think a metric set . I work or have worked on about everything but I don't think i have ever needed them. If that's all i had to use it would make for a long day. Its a tool that i didn't understand till i got it.

 

[Hache-eLle]

I ordered the USAG 285x / U02850951 from mister worker 29 DEC... Was told at time of order they'd ship by 12 JAN. Still hasnt shipped especially displeased since they hit my card at time of order...

I ordered the USAG 285X as well, ordered on 12/21/2023. It shipped 6 days ago and is still in transit here. FedEx says it'll arrive in the next 2 days.

 

[shanny19]

When the entirety of Youtube is touting them as Mac for cheeeeeep!!!, there are probably gonna be some supply issues for a while. Not entirely the retailer’s fault, but I’m with you on the practice of charging the card well in advance of fulfillment.
I bought a set of the Overdrives, and while they’re not as **** as the other girls in the Proto family, I think they’re gonna do everything I need them to do. My first 6pt combo set ever.

 

[CR888]

For me the 6pt combo wrench is not really practical for daily use, but that doesn't mean there useless, far from infact. Used as a speciality wrench when needed they'll put down a lot more torque before slipping compared to a 12pt or spline. I think I'll get a set in some form, the RBRT USAG set would be a great asset to the wrench draw. Just wish they had an industrial finish opposed to polished chrome. The factory that makes them does an awesome satin finish on the Toptul 12pt version.

 

[KnurledNut]

I’ve said this here before, but Snap-on clocks their 6 point combination wrench box end 7.5°. So if room allows you to flip it over, it gets another bite at 15°.
Well engineered and useful design feature.
My favorite 6 point wrenches are the first gen Kobalts (by a division of Snap-on) that also had this feature, although box/open ends are a little thicker.

 

[Ton ton]

Gearwrench does have six sided combo wrenches available. I have seen the singles @ my local Carquest. No idea if complete sets are still available.

 

[amolaver]

I ordered the USAG 285X as well, ordered on 12/21/2023. It shipped 6 days ago and is still in transit here. FedEx says it'll arrive in the next 2 days.

Much appreciate the info - feels a little less like i threw some money into a black hole hopefully I'll get shipment notification+tracking soon. Thanks!

ahm

 

[Hakeem]

USAG 285x. Same as Mac rbrt at less than half the price.

Very interesting. Is it too aggressive of an anti slip design to be used as a primary combo wrench?

 

[Kscardsfan]

Steelman wrenches in 6-point... decent price and good quality. I have beat on my wrenches and they have held up and the open end has not splayed open. Order from Steelman, Lowes, others, and even Amazon.

Metric Set

16-Piece Metric 6-Point Combination Wrench Set

Work with the same quality tools as service technicians with the STEELMAN 78331 16-Piece Metric 6-Point Combination Wrench Set. Constructed of heat treated chrome vanadium steel alloy these tools are guaranteed to meet or exceed ASME and ANSI torque standards to give you the long lasting...

steelmantools.com

SAE Set

13-Piece SAE 6-Point Combination Wrench Set

The open end of these wrenches are angled 15 degrees to provide easier access to fasteners. Size callouts are stamped into the steel both horizontally and vertically to make identification easy.

steelmantools.com

What's the overall consensus on Steelman branded tools? I see they're Taiwanese, so that's comforting.

 

[chilly13]

Very interesting. Is it too aggressive of an anti slip design to be used as a primary combo wrench?

from what I have seen and heard, the answer is yes...great to have handy but not a daily driver. Wish I had some to test for myself though

 

[Hache-eLle]

Much appreciate the info - feels a little less like i threw some money into a black hole hopefully I'll get shipment notification+tracking soon. Thanks!

Mine just came in today. Box is battered, but who cares?

 

[chilly13]

Mine just came in today. Box is battered, but who cares?

They look great! Give us an update after some quality use! Im excited to hear about it!

 

[Ton ton]

Mine just came in today. Box is battered, but who cares?

Nice shiny wrenches!

 

[amolaver]

Im still on the fence, so thank you for this update. I'm sorry and I hope it gets shipped very soon.

Just fyi... Just received the attached email response from mr worker re the usag 285x bummed.

Anyone know of any other sources worth trying?