Got my Snap On wrench set

[myslow2002gt]

Got my wrench set I purchased in today, and used a couple on an engine build tonight. I don't know why I didn't buy Snap On combination wrenches sooner, so much better than my SK's and Craftsman! Of course, this forum led to me ultimately considering them again....

Snap On's "standard" length is so much longer than the Craftsmans, it's even more apalling in person.


They are almost too nice to use, almost

I purchased the large OEXM725 set (8mm-36mm).

 

[billymade]

Nice set; they are a real pleasure to use, the extra leverage really helps! While everyone seems to have their opionion about Snapon; I enjoy using mine!

 

[Blacknwhitepit]

Wow, Those big ones are nice. I can't afford to have Snap on tools above 19mm!!!

These 5 together are worth over $500.00!!! WOW

-BWP

 

[Diesel-Mech]

Very nice, I have been happy with mine although sometimes I think I should have gotten the flank drive plus.

 

[walrus]

I purchased the large OEXM725 set (8mm-36mm). ]

Did you get a good rate on the loan Wow, nice set of wrenches, glad I'm not paying for them

 

[myslow2002gt]

Did you get a good rate on the loan Wow, nice set of wrenches, glad I'm not paying for them

LOL, I only pay cash for tools.

Yes, they were quite expensive but I know it's the last set I'll ever buy.

 

[Paladin]

Very nice set! Congrats!

 

[myslow2002gt]

Very nice, I have been happy with mine although sometimes I think I should have gotten the flank drive plus.

They only offer the flank drive plus up to 19mm correct? I considered them....

 

[CAT_serviceman927]

Very nice set. I love my SO wrenches. I only have up to 22mm, but I have up to 1 5/8 in standard.

 

[CAT_serviceman927]

They only offer the flank drive plus up to 19mm correct? I considered them....

Up to 25mm

 

[Diesel-Mech]

They only offer the flank drive plus up to 19mm correct? I considered them....

I think they go up to 25mm, the price difference at the time is what kept me away from them.

 

[myslow2002gt]

Very nice set. I love my SO wrenches. I only have up to 22mm, but I have up to 1 5/8 in standard.

Yea, I just purchased the SAE equivalent set today (1/4-1 5/8).

I might look into a smaller set of flank drive plus if I can get a good deal on a set. I appreciate all the feedback on this forum, helped me convince myself to purchase

 

[CAT_serviceman927]

^^^^Wow. If you don't mind my asking, what kind of work do you do? Most people don't need the larger wrenches.

 

[walrus]

Yes, they were quite expensive but I know it's the last set I'll ever buy.

Thats the thing about good tools, they last a lifetime. I love Snap On wrenches. I've been trying to buy a used metric set so far no find in my price range.

 

[myslow2002gt]

^^^^Wow. If you don't mind my asking, what kind of work do you do? Most people don't need the larger wrenches.

I don't wrench for a living (engineer), but I do a lot of side work consisting of engine builds and the like.

 

[Gregster]

Very nice!

Expensive yes.. but oh so worth it.. My set only goes up to 24mm

 

[billymade]

walrus, do not discount buying your wrenches used; one at a time! I have a set up to 19MM that I "pieced" together, finding them at the flea, at pawn shops and trading/buying on this site in the classifieds section! They are not pristine, they have wear, show scratches, they have been used for work and I probably paid less then $100 this way.... good luck, it can be done! Used wrenches are already "broken in" and you don't have to deal with the "new tennis shoes" syndrome; just use 'em and they are ready for work!

 

[zuspiel]

Congrats! Awesome set. Maybe one day...

 

[Merkava_4]

Are those the standard length or the longs?

 

[rsanter]

too nice to use...hah...
nice tools make you want to use them
and if you dont use them then you wasted your money.

bob

 

[walrus]

walrus, do not discount buying your wrenches used; one at a time! I have a set up to 19MM that I "pieced" together, finding them at the flea, at pawn shops and trading/buying on this site in the classifieds section! They are not pristine, they have wear, show scratches, they have been used for work and I probably paid less then $100 this way.... good luck, it can be done! Used wrenches are already "broken in" and you don't have to deal with the "new tennis shoes" syndrome; just use 'em and they are ready for work!

I agree, I buy my stuff to use. I could care if they're scratched or scuffed as long as they work

 

[Hawk321]

Nice set, yep the standart lenght is fine...know it only from Hazet too...all others are to short to crack a nut.

Own SO + 10-19mm all above is Hazet. Stronger and much cheaper...

 

[myslow2002gt]

Are those the standard length or the longs?

They are the standard length. I have a set of SK long pattern wrenches, but don't use them often (too long for most applications).

 

[jerk_chicken]

One thing I think could be helpful is if we establish some sort of database of wrench lengths to assist us in comparing brands and lines within brands together. Wouldn't be too hard. Just establishing a standardized measurement method and that's it.

 

[zuspiel]

jc, I was going to do a 1/2" wrench comparison at some point with all the measurements and was going to ask other people to chip in with measurements of stuff I don't have. I could probably get to that sometime next week...

 

[myslow2002gt]

That's a very interesting idea. I wouldn't mind chipping in with the Snap On, Craftsman and SK wrench lenghts

 

[jerk_chicken]

Ok, so I'll post a thread, and we can adjust parameters there and make the proposals for how to do this.

 

[rsanter]

nothing wrong with used as long as they are in good shape when you get them

of course there is nothing like that new crome smell

bob