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[Spn1025]

What did you all end up doing with the four extra Herbrand 1/4" Breaker bars from the earlier deal?

Gave one to a co-worker, giving one to dad.

 

[PureLeaf]

SK 94522 SAE 22pc 3/8" Drive Shallow & Deep Socket Set

http://www.ebay.com/itm/121927468839?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Lowest offer he'll auto accept is 60 dollars. We had this last week with metric sets, now he's doing SAE.

 

[four.cycle]

shipping costs may vary depending upon your geographic location *

ratchet

S-K 40970 1/4" drive RHFT ratchet.
used. engraved.
99 cents + $3.25 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 05/19
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-TOOLS-4...985852?hash=item542e79c7fc:g:vDsAAOSw1KxXNRDT

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S-K Wayne 45170 3/8" drive RHFT ratchet
used.
$27.50 incl. shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-S-K...:g:XjAAAOSwHJhXNItF&item=331854340079&vxp=mtr

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Proto J5449 1/2" drive pear-head ratchet
new
$31.00 + $6.00 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-Model...:g:gVMAAOSw1KxXNHuw&item=111995424491&vxp=mtr

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socket

S-K 19-pc 1/4" drive SAE socket set w/box
3/16" - 1/2" / shallow / deep-well
used. excellent.
$25.00 + $15.50 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 05/19
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SK-Tools-Vi...:g:E0kAAOSwl-FXNQsf&item=141990955133&vxp=mtr

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Craftsman 10-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
5/32" - 1/2"
used
G
$8.99 + $3.25 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 05/19
OR $11.99 + $3.25 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/CRAFTSMAN-M...289399?hash=item2cac6b8837:g:MxwAAOSw~oFXKAJO

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Challenger 23-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/16" - 7/8"
used
$50.00 incl. shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-Chall...:g:rzEAAOSwo0JWOCw2&item=201583454274&vxp=mtr

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Blackhawk 65-pc 1/4" and 3/8" drive SAE and METRIC socket set w/box
(see ad text and photos for content)
listed as used. appears new.
$110.00 + $15.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 05/19
OR $143.00 + $15.00 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Blackhawk-6...299356?hash=item488d7b161c:g:dnEAAOSwN81XNTm7

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Proto J47152 22-pc 1/4" and 3/8" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/16" - 1"
new
$124.99 + $12.50 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Stanley-Pro...766046?hash=item3ac37baf1e:g:x-UAAOSwWntXNOYK

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S-K 17-pc 3/8" drive 12-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/8" - 11/16"
used
$35.95 + $9.95 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 05/19
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Brand-1...:g:MjMAAOSwwpdW9En2&item=272241496549&vxp=mtr

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Craftsman 10-pc 3/8" drive SAE socket set (sockets only)
1/4" - 13/16"
used
code ? (US made)
$8.99 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 05/19
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Craftsman-S...:g:j-YAAOSwcL5XNRp9&item=162069088009&vxp=mtr

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Williams 14-pc 1/2" drive 12-pt SAE socket set (sockets only)
7/16" - 1-1/4"
used
$27.99 + $12.95 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Thurs. 05/19
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Williams-1-...098280?hash=item5b249a07e8:g:yc0AAOSwaG9XIpT-

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vintage / collector

DUNLAP 5-pc SAE open end wrench set w/holder
5/16" - 7/8"
used
$14.50 incl. shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Dunlap-Doub...367837?hash=item41aaad71dd:g:GrgAAOSwvU5XNT87

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VULCAN 8-pc SAE open-end wrench set
1/4" - 13/16"
used
$29.99 + $19.85 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/8-pc-vintag...702501?hash=item51e4e71d25:g:RE8AAOSweW5VBeKO

 

[winlinmac]

It's a great deal, no doubt, not sure what I'll do with a third SK 3/8" Ratchet. I like to keep sets complete. Don't really work on SAE fasteners much. Am I overthinking this?

SK 94522 SAE 22pc 3/8" Drive Shallow & Deep Socket Set

http://www.ebay.com/itm/121927468839?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Lowest offer he'll auto accept is 60 dollars. We had this last week with metric sets, now he's doing SAE.

 

[winlinmac]

Still searching for a Wright Tool ratchet, really indecisive,
Fortunately, I've settled for SK's 42472, was going to buy from ToolTopia, but they raised the price the instant I expressed interest.

Pretty soon, I'll be avoiding shopping from such websites, this is how they instill hype. Same goes with Amazon. I'm sure a few weeks from now Amazon, will be listing hundreds for tools for extremely low prices.

I've also noticed that whenever I get redirected from the forum to shopping websites (basic script as per Developer Mode), a referral cookie is generated and is cached on the proceeding website. Either open an incognito window or order at a later time. This is the new age of online surfing. Great Job Google. Automated Bots = The Future, Maintain Caution

 

[PureLeaf]

It's a great deal, no doubt, not sure what I'll do with a third SK 3/8" Ratchet. I like to keep sets complete. Don't really work on SAE fasteners much. Am I overthinking this?

Haha I feel the same way, I'm really not a fan of SK ratchets. I was thinking if I could give the ratchets to some friends who'd make good use of them, but I don't want to make the set incomplete!

 

[pauls_workshop]

Haha I feel the same way, I'm really not a fan of SK ratchets. I was thinking if I could give the ratchets to some friends who'd make good use of them, but I don't want to make the set incomplete!

SK ratchets are awesome and have been for a good 60 years or so!!! The course ones are tough as any ratchet can be. The fine ones are really awesome if not quite as tough (but I've never had trouble with any). Not everyone likes the round head vs. little selecter pear head switch but I like round heads fine. The "feel" of using SK just screams US quality to me and I smile every time I use one. Most SK ratchet users either love them for similar to above reasons or hate them as they don't like round heads or want the ultimate in fine movement. But that ultimate fine movement is not as robust as lesser fine movements. Cannot be as the gear engagement teeth are not as robust. So I view it all as a tradeoff. 40 teeth is fine enough for me. - Paul

 

[winlinmac]

Ah, its missing Chrome, wonder if Wright will warranty this,
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wright-Tool...31a8a1&pid=100011&rk=5&rkt=10&sd=371510907616

 

[winlinmac]

I'm tracking down on a Brand New Wright, that way I'll have the best of both worlds---wait its one world.

SK ratchets are awesome and have been for a good 60 years or so!!! The course ones are tough as any ratchet can be. The fine ones are really awesome if not quite as tough (but I've never had trouble with any). Not everyone likes the round head vs. little selecter pear head switch but I like round heads fine. The "feel" of using SK just screams US quality to me and I smile every time I use one. Most SK ratchet users either love them for similar to above reasons or hate them as they don't like round heads or want the ultimate in fine movement. But that ultimate fine movement is not as robust as lesser fine movements. Cannot be as the gear engagement teeth are not as robust. So I view it all as a tradeoff. 40 teeth is fine enough for me. - Paul

 

[winlinmac]

Wright USA 3/8 breaker bar 3435 D excellent condition
$15.50 (Includes Shipping)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/381633193686?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Wright USA 3/8 breaker bar 3435 Great Like New Condition
$15.00 (Includes Shipping)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/252368523155?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

 

[winlinmac]

This is the cheapest I've seen for this particular model,
Wright Tool 4426 Ratchet 1/2 in. Drive 10-1/2 in. Knurled Grip
BRAND NEW, $38.79 (Free Expedited Shipping)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/351488693474?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

 

[winlinmac]

Why does this ratchet head appear this way? Swirl marks

 

[Spn1025]

This is the cheapest I've seen for this particular model,
Wright Tool 4426 Ratchet 1/2 in. Drive 10-1/2 in. Knurled Grip
BRAND NEW, $38.79 (Free Expedited Shipping)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/351488693474?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

Got mine for $10.50 + $9.97 shipping. "Used" but it was basically mint.
http://m.ebay.com/itm/182115142358?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&_mwBanner=1

 

[four.cycle]

* shipping costs may vary depending upon your geographic location *

ratchet

S-K Wayne 42470 1/2" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$8.00 + $12.40 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-WAYNE-1...:g:KnAAAOSwQNRXK7bK&item=252388595416&vxp=mtr

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socket

S-K 20-pc 3/8" drive SAE socket set w/box
3/8" - 7/8" (?) (see ad text for content)
listed as used. looks new.
$64.99 + $8.99 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Tools-2...661385?hash=item210f5ccf49:g:8~wAAOSwt7pXNd--

 

[winlinmac]

Consider yourself lucky
I would have bought that one. It's going to be a while for something similar to pop up again on eBay.
You sure that seller didn't replace the head through a rebuild kit only to sell the ratchet on eBay? Just kidding You know we all are very thrilled of the awesome collection of ratchets you recently acquired

Darn, now I really want to try both knurled handle and contour grip versions of Wright's ratchets. Spn, can I "borrow" your ratchet for a day or two (I'll pay for the shipping; oh, I'll just be right back...)

Got mine for $10.50 + $9.97 shipping. "Used" but it was basically mint.
http://m.ebay.com/itm/182115142358?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&_mwBanner=1

 

[Spn1025]

Today's delivery

Channellock TS-5A torx set
Thorsen 12177 77CT 1/2" ratchet
Challenger 1060D 1/4" ratchet
Blackhawk 34945 3/8" ratchet
Napa NM46 1/4" ratchet




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[pauls_workshop]

Why does this ratchet head appear this way? Swirl marks

Those swirls are milling marks. Like a drill bit but with a flat cutter on the end that moves in and out to machine away the metal to make a flat surface. Likely dull cutter there that made those swirls you normally shouldn't see. Just part of their manufacturing process there. That would be a roughness scale of about K or F in engineering terms. - Paul

 

[Rick M]

Update on the Felo Torx, I asked the seller for confirmation on whether they had shipped since the tracking number hasn't been updated and he confirms they were shipped out so I'm betting they did use Surepost.

 

[Loscaldazar]

Update on the Felo Torx, I asked the seller for confirmation on whether they had shipped since the tracking number hasn't been updated and he confirms they were shipped out so I'm betting they did use Surepost.

Or they don't actually stock them and just bought a shipping label to hold us over until they arrive. A lot of their negative feedback says this.

When the tracking updates, if it starts in the middle of the transit, then the seller actually did ship it as he said. If it says dropped off at the post office May 20th, then we know they were just buying time till they got them in stock. I got a tracking number, but no update either. One package making it through without being scanned isn't unusual, but all five of us? Especially given the numerous negative reviews for this same issue?

It doesn't really bother me too much since I won't be able to see them until July anyway! $5 for these torx drivers is a fantastic deal too!

 

[PureLeaf]

I received my Felo torx screwdrivers yesterday. Exactly as we expected! Absolute steal at 5 bucks.

My tracking status was still at "info received" even after they had been delivered. So its USPS at fault.

 

[Loscaldazar]

I received my Felo torx screwdrivers yesterday. Exactly as we expected! Absolute steal at 5 bucks.

My tracking status was still at "info received" even after they had been delivered. So its USPS at fault.

Huh. Okay, I retract my previous post then! Good to see you've got yours!

 

[archirelic]

Mine were scheduled for delivery today...but still no update from about 3 days ago via USPS. Glad to see you got yours!

 

[Spn1025]

Stanley Professional?

STANLEY made in USA 3/8 Drive Sockets Ratchet 21 piece Metric Deep Shallow Well
auction 1d8h 0 bids
$9.99 + $6.80 shipping (may vary)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/STANLEY-mad...729441?hash=item3f6292d461:g:5uQAAOSw0OJXLxhn

 

[Spn1025]

3 Pcs of USA ¼” dr. Socket Tools,S-K Ratchet, Craftsman Universal, Proto T-handl
used, very good

auction 1d14h 0 bids
$12 + $3.25 shipping (may vary)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/3-Pcs-of-US...399746?hash=item542e525202:g:dS0AAOSwubRXKBpk

 

[Rick M]

Or they don't actually stock them and just bought a shipping label to hold us over until they arrive. A lot of their negative feedback says this.

Another possibility is they shipped Surepost which is partnership between UPS and USPS; the tracking numbers sometimes never update and the package takes a long time to get delivered.

I received my Felo torx screwdrivers yesterday. Exactly as we expected! Absolute steal at 5 bucks.

My tracking status was still at "info received" even after they had been delivered. So its USPS at fault.

Good to hear. Thanks for the update.

 

[Spn1025]

Vintage 4 Craftsman Ratchets 1/4" to 1/2" Drive & extensions w/ snap on USA Made
All of the ratchets in excellent condition.

Note: the tri-wing 1/2 drive is NOT USA...it's Taiwan.

auction 4d23h 0 bids
$40 + $7.90 shipping (may vary)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-4-C...:g:~tEAAOSw3zxXL~G3&item=282037395090&vxp=mtr

QTY 1 - 1/2" drive Craftsman 44809 ratchet
QTY 1 - 1/2" drive all polished Craftsman 943797 ratchet (TAIWAN!)
QTY 1 - 3/8" drive Craftsman 43784 ratchet
QTY 1 - 1/4" drive Craftsman 43185 ratchet

QTY 2 - 3/8" extension Craftsman 6"
QTY 1 - 3/8" older Snap On extension 5" - Slight bend in it
QTY 1 - 3/8" extension S-K tools 3"

 

[B_Bimmer]

Stanley professional is a tough one to place. At best it appears to be like blackhawk, so US made of good quality, but with somewhat faint lettering. At worst it is the stuff Stanley got in trouble for making overseas and doing minor stamping and packaging here, then labeling USA. Someone else may know more, that is just what I have observed.

 

[PureLeaf]

I always thought blackhawk stuff was overseas?

 

[B_Bimmer]

Nope, not most of the basic tools. You've got to be careful though. Chrome sockets are US currently, I don't think impacts are though.

 

[four.cycle]

You've got to be careful though.

check the photos. if you can't see "USA" on it, message the seller and ask.

* shipping costs may vary depending upon your geographic location *

ratchet

Proto 4749 1/4" drive pear-head ratchet w/Proto extension, sliding "t"-bar, and breaker
used
$25.00 + $5.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PRE-OWNED-P...886560?hash=item3d1a65d5e0:g:d2UAAOSwInxXNldp

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Proto 4749 1/4" drive pear-head ratchet
used
$15.00 + $2.99 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/PRE-OWNED-V...877050?hash=item3d1a65b0ba:g:45oAAOSwdV1XNlUc

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Proto 4752A 1/4" drive RHFT ratchet
used
$11.99 + $4.95 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-Profe...535256?hash=item51e4f3d218:g:828AAOSwt7pXLR9D

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socket

S-K 10-pc 1/4" drive SAE hex bit socket set w/holder
1/16" - 1/4"
used
$37.95 + $3.35 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Tools-1...180456?hash=item51e4ee6828:g:ItoAAOSwGYVXDSps

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Proto J47112 15-pc 1/4" drive 6-pt SAE socket set w/box
3/16" - 9/16"
listed as used. looks new.
$49.99 + $11.99 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-J4711...:g:dJIAAOSw~oFXNmxo&item=371626960833&vxp=mtr

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S-K 16-pc 3/8" drive SAE and METRIC socket set w/box
3/8" - 3/4" and 12mm - 19mm
listed as used. looks new.
$49.99 + $12.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-3-8-DRI...540413?hash=item4d4421b0bd:g:R9IAAOSw~oFXJmmr

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S-K 20-pc 3/8" drive SAE socket set w/box
3/8" - 7/8" / shallow / deep-well (see photos)
used
99 cents + $12.00 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
OR $55.00 + $12.00 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SK-S-K-3-8-...:g:S5wAAOSwYmZXNkq2&item=152089849263&vxp=mtr

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S-K 20-pc 3/8" drive SAE socket set w/box
3/8" - 7/8" / shallow / deep-well (see photos)
used. excellent.
$64.99 + $8.99 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/S-K-Tools-2...661385?hash=item210f5ccf49:g:8~wAAOSwt7pXNd--

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S-K 47-pc 3/8" drive SAE and METRIC socket set w/box
(see ad text and photos for content)
used.
$105.00 + $16.69 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MA5-S-K-451...783660?hash=item542e85f46c:g:MwwAAOSw~oFXISOO

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Wright 353 8-pc 3/8" drive METRIC hex bit socket set w/box
2mm - 10mm
new
$39.99 + $6.80 shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wright-Tool...493007?hash=item1eb0b2490f:g:kVMAAOSwll1W0fKA

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Proto 4968PB 3/8" and 1/2" drive SAE hex bit socket set w/box
1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 5/16 1/2 9/16 5/8 (* MISSING 3/8" bit )
used
$21.00 + $14.85 shipping "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-4968P...148745?hash=item3d1a5a93c9:g:1dYAAOSwRjNXNf0i

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PROTO 18-pc 3/4" drive SAE socket set w/box
7/8" - 1-3/4" sockets, 3/4" drive Proto ratchet, 2 extensions, box (two sockets NOT Proto: one Williams, one Cornwell)
well used. (see photos!)
$125.00 incl. shipping OBO "buy now"
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-3-4-D...:g:6QUAAOSwYmZXKVZP&item=322108059761&vxp=mtr

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wrench

Proamerica 11-pc METRIC open end wrench set w/pouch
6mm - 32mm
used
$24.99 + $8.90 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proamerica-...:g:sfYAAOSwuYVWnXED&item=291763076895&vxp=mtr

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PROTO 15-pc SAE combination wrench set
5/16" - 1-1/4"
used.
$99.99 + $14.45 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Proto-Profe...535264?hash=item51e4f3d220:g:OmsAAOSwaG9XI-2E

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vintage / collector

HUSKY (US) 15-pc 1/4" drive SAE socket set w/orignial box
3/16" - 1/2"
used. complete. excellent.
$9.99 + $6.80 shipping now. 0 bids now. ends Fri. 05/20
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Hus...191786?hash=item25bc22deaa:g:DygAAOSwRjNXNn14

 

[pauls_workshop]

I received my Felo torx screwdrivers yesterday. Exactly as we expected! Absolute steal at 5 bucks.

My tracking status was still at "info received" even after they had been delivered. So its USPS at fault.

Man, those are really nice. You guys lucked out on a great deal! I was too slow to get to that one! - Paul

 

[pauls_workshop]

Stanley professional is a tough one to place. At best it appears to be like blackhawk, so US made of good quality, but with somewhat faint lettering. At worst it is the stuff Stanley got in trouble for making overseas and doing minor stamping and packaging here, then labeling USA. Someone else may know more, that is just what I have observed.

Yeah, you got it right. I've seen some Stanley though that is IDENTICAL to US made PROTO, not just Blackhawk! Some of it is really great stuff, others is just cheap China COO junk, and other yet is equal to Blackhawk. Greatest variation I may have ever seen in a tool brand other than modern Craftsman as to quality! - Paul

 

[winlinmac]

Paul, I was too reluctant to get that one

Man, those are really nice. You guys lucked out on a great deal! I was too slow to get to that one! - Paul

 

[BMack37]

Stanley professional is a tough one to place. At best it appears to be like blackhawk, so US made of good quality, but with somewhat faint lettering. At worst it is the stuff Stanley got in trouble for making overseas and doing minor stamping and packaging here, then labeling USA. Someone else may know more, that is just what I have observed.

You have to be careful, Blackhawk isn't all good. This was from Amazon and these Blackhawk by Proto are made in China of the lowest quality I've ever seen in any tool. The metal is flaking off, chunks fall off when you touch it.

 

[archirelic]

Well, good and bad concerning the Felo deal I originally posted.

Good: Received my 6 piece set of Torx drivers today.

Bad: I originally ordered a quantity of TWO as is clearly shown in the order details and paid for TWO.

Contacted the seller regarding this so hopefully will hear back soon.

 

[winlinmac]

Socket Wrench Lot by Wright Tool and Forge Company - USA MADE - 21pc + Case! SAE
$50 + 6.95 Shipping // '0' Bids 8 HOURS REMAINING
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Socket-Wren...:g:ECsAAOSw2GlXHXbL&item=322101100178&vxp=mtr

 

[pauls_workshop]

You have to be careful, Blackhawk isn't all good. This was from Amazon and these Blackhawk by Proto are made in China of the lowest quality I've ever seen in any tool. The metal is flaking off, chunks fall off when you touch it.

That is terrible. Possibly fakes? If real, I'd contact Blackhawk about them. - Paul

 

[pauls_workshop]

Paul, I was too reluctant to get that one

Always take the chance! Life is too short! Ebay/paypal guarantees! I would have bought them all ahead of all of youz!! But I didn't see it in time. - Paul

 

[techRob]

Stanley Professional?

STANLEY made in USA 3/8 Drive Sockets Ratchet 21 piece Metric Deep Shallow Well
auction 1d8h 0 bids
$9.99 + $6.80 shipping (may vary)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/STANLEY-mad...729441?hash=item3f6292d461:g:5uQAAOSw0OJXLxhn

I have a Husky ratchet that looks identical to this marked USA. I also have Stanley and Husky 3/8" drive sockets that look identical to these I bought back in college around 2009. Interestingly enough, the sockets aren't stamped USA and the package says made in China.

 

[winlinmac]

What's up with those Wright Hex Bit sockets? I hear most VW/Audi enthusiasts go with VIM tools on that basis. Either VIM or Proto Impacts. The others regardless of whether or not they're Made in the USA---- strip off or the actual bit somehow manages to separate itself from the socket.