Combo wrench set vs socket set

[SK-Mike]

Which do you reach for 1st and most often?

 

[franzdom]

Sockets.

Are you a troll?

 

[SK-Mike]

No sir, just curious as to what other folks prefer and why.

 

[franzdom]

Well you didn't ask why, though I should have taken that as a given.
Ratchets give better knuckle clearance, and are generally more comfortable than wrenches. I primarily work on cars. If I primarily did plumbing it would be a different answer.

 

[abk241]

I would:
Look at the the job.
Look at my toolbox.
Reach for whatever tools I want to start with.

I never did keep score as to sockets vs wrenches...why bother???

 

[lauver]

If I had a choice I'd go socket and ratchet every time. But then I love ratchets. One of the coolest tools ever invented.

Not to say that wrenches are bad... they have their places. And when I absolutely need to use them, I do.

 

[toolmutt]

If a wrench'll work, I generally grab that first.

 

[Leoruiz]

My wrenches always get grabbed first. If for no other reason than to break things loose and see what i'm up against. I generally start with a long combination and take it from there. I usually wind up with a cart full of stuff.
Sometimes i think less is better

 

[1950mercury]

What about ratcheting combo wrenches

 

[PJNJ]

I would:
Look at the the job.
Look at my toolbox.
Reach for whatever tools I want to start with.

I never did keep score as to sockets vs wrenches...why bother???

^^^^This. If the job calls for sockets then sockets. If wrenches, then wrenches. It ain't rocket science.



Oh and sometimes things call for a BFH right from the start.

 

[cgv69]

Depends on the task at hand but in cases were either will work, I'll almost always reach for the ratchet/socket first. I generally only use wrenches when a ratchet/socket is not an option.

 

[countryroad82]

Sockets and a 1/4 impact are my weapons of choice. I do bodywork and you would be surprised how much my 3/8 and larger sockets sit. I'm all about trying to get done faster so I can move to the next one.

 

[papavolume]

I typically prefer a ratchet and socket over a wrench as well. But as previously stated, it all really depends on the job, sometimes you don't have a choice but to use one or the other!

 

[Cato]

Sockets.

Are you a troll?

Chill, Bill...

it's a valid question.

Sockets provide better contact with the fastener and are preferred unless availably or space are an issue.

 

[bob from indiana]

I used to reach for a ratchet first but since I got ratcheting combination wrenches it is nearly a tie.

 

[Next]

You are not to far from me.

Sockets

 

[Codyyy]

I usually grab a ratchet first followed by wrenches, depending on the project. If I remember the way something comes apart that will better make the decision.
This question reminds me of a wrench though, open ended...

 

[MrGiggles]

Sockets get used more. They are faster, especially when paired with a air/cordless ratchet or impact.

Wrenches have their place. But I only use them when necessary.

 

[franzdom]

Chill, Bill...

it's a valid question.

Sockets provide better contact with the fastener and are preferred unless availably or space are an issue.

It really was barely a question, until he later asked why.

 

[crewchief888]

all depends on what i'm doing...

but i'll call it a tie....