Craftsman 49 pc. 3/8-in. Drive Socket Module...
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jjjrmx5
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I have the thin profile ratchets in 1/4, 3/8 and 1/8 bought last decade.
USA made but keep in mind the current slim line ratchets are COO China.
Work just fine.
1/4 and 3/8 are nice due to fine tooth action, and while the 1/2 can be a little clunky re: tooth count it will tackle most jobs, although the handle can be a bit short for leverage vs some of the other 1/2 offerings out there.
I'd personally would try and find a NOS USA made module and/or ratchet.
If all Chinese sourced in that module as they are doing, there may be better offerings out there unless you are only looking at C'man.
USA made but keep in mind the current slim line ratchets are COO China.
Work just fine.
1/4 and 3/8 are nice due to fine tooth action, and while the 1/2 can be a little clunky re: tooth count it will tackle most jobs, although the handle can be a bit short for leverage vs some of the other 1/2 offerings out there.
I'd personally would try and find a NOS USA made module and/or ratchet.
If all Chinese sourced in that module as they are doing, there may be better offerings out there unless you are only looking at C'man.
allinon72
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Wow I thought you were on a budget?! I'm jealous 
PA Woody
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Nice
Details?
Details?Brownsfan
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I have all 3 craftsman socket modules. Got the last USA sets in all 3. I will say if I didn't get the USA sets I would have gone to SK. I really like the thin profile ratchets a lot. I have 3/8 sk ratchet but prefer the USA thin profile. Like I have said before if I was starting over with sockets and wrenches it would be all SK. Great choice on the SK.
I am.. But I am trying to build up a tool set because I am a small engine mechanic at a small shop and we just hired another younger guy (trainee, and my younger bro!) with no tools.. So he gets the set already at the shop (bosses old craftsman) and I need my own set... And if I'm going to be in this business for awhile it's worth going in small debt for decent tools I suppose...
