current Proto socket quality?

[mslim]

I have a set of hand me down 1970's 3/8" drive USA Craftsman 12 pt. SAE sockets in my RV tool bag. After having a bad rounding experience with the 12 pt. socket, I decided to step up to a mid level 6pt. set.

I've focused on a rail set of Sunex for $50 or a similar Proto set for $56. I always give a US made tool a preference, all other criteria being roughly equal.

Are the Protos still "all that" in this price range?

 

[shawhite]

My company supplies us with proto sockets and ratchets. I have never had an issue but not all proto is made in USA so may want to verify this before ordering

 

[Professional Tool User]

For a similar amount of money, Proto is the obvious choice. Proto is the high end option and Sunex covers the mid price range. I'd only go with the Sunex set if it had a better selection of sizes.

 

[Mc817]

I bought a few sets of proto sockets, 3/8 deep and shallow 6pt SAE, and a set of proto crows foot wrenches. Can confirm that all mine say made in USA, and they're all fine tools. The chrome is good quality, and I don't expect them to break anytime soon, if ever.

Edit: meant to mention, I bought all of these last year

 

[Zewnten]

Proto impacts hold up better than anything. Most places don't even have sunex in stock