Broke my first tool

[Askme42]

Well just after someone gets through praising armstrong ratcheting wrenches I break one. By no means was I abusing it. 3/4 and the only torque put on it is how much a lock nut would put on it. I was no where near close to getting it tightened down. To make matters worse I finished the job with a gearwrench.

 

[Dirty Diesels]

I've seen a few ratchet wrenches do this, owned by friends but never had it happen to any of mine yet.

 

[Askme42]

I've seen a few ratchet wrenches do this, owned by friends but never had it happen to any of mine yet.

I've never had it happen either. It was obviously a defect from the factory. First time I had ever used the tool.

 

[Dirty Diesels]

I've never had it happen either. It was obviously a defect from the factory. First time I had ever used the tool.

Depending on the policy of Armstrong's warranty & how long ago you purchased, they should replace it !

 

[Wylaco]

What is the model #?

 

[vjquan]

Can't tell what broke. Did it just pop out and just a matter of popping back in?

 

[TonyCH]

I agree, unless there is a broken retaining ring or something I would just put that into a vice and press the mechanism carefully back in. If you are really worried about it just call the manufacturer or seller and ask what to do.

 

[vjquan]

Looks like you just need to squeeze the snap ring and push it back in.

 

[fivespdcat]

It happens once in a great while depending on the angle and pressure you put on the wrench. Don't fear though, it's not broken, just snap it back in and you're good to go.

 

[lcw731]

Armstrong and Gearwrench are both part of Apex Tool group. It wouldn't Surprise if they are of similar design or made in the same factory. I don't know if that's the Case, Just wouldn't surprise me.





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[TOOL FANATIK]

Armstrong and Gearwrench are both part of Apex Tool group. It wouldn't Surprise if they are of similar design or made in the same factory. I don't know if that's the Case, Just wouldn't surprise me.





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Was gunna say the same thing, except for the Armstrongs made "here" and the gearwrenches made "there". Some gearwrench products are "assembled" here. Good enough for me lol