I/2 locking long handle ratchet

[bixxjs]

Hi Yall
Is there a locking 1/2 drive long handle ratchet?I use a 18 inch long Martin hand tools or a telescopic 916lg Hazet and I’m forever accidentally knocking off the socket and yes you’ve guessed it always drops into the most inaccessible spot.
Any suggestions?

 

[M6erfan]

By locking, you mean with a quick release function? Or locking flex?

 

[LXCam]

Gold right there buddy. Is there better?, maybe but at what price point.

 

[ChrisLS8]

I have a Titan 25" flex 1/2 and never had issues with sockets falling off. It is also what the Mac ratchet is rebranded as

 

[Fedwrench]

I have a Titan 25" flex 1/2 and never had issues with sockets falling off. It is also what the Matco ratchet is rebranded as

MAC not MATCO.

 

[ChrisLS8]

Ahh got em mixed up, figured since pretty much everything Matco does is rebrands

 

[Fedwrench]

Ahh got em mixed up, figured since pretty much everything Matco does is rebrands

Matco seems to be working harder these days with suppliers to make their own unique tools, especially ratchets after the rug kind of got pulled out from under them with the Armstrong factories closing.

Rebrands are just a part of automotive tool life.

 

[bixxjs]

A long series ratchet that locks the socket on.

 

[MrGiggles]

A long series ratchet that locks the socket on.

Still not sure if you want a ratchet with socket detent or a quick release.

Tekton makes a 24" quick release fixed head that is pretty nice.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DPLNL8Y/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Hiball]

I’m not aware of any long 1/2” drive ratchets that use pinned anvils, they make locking extensions that will secure the socket, but depending on the application that might not fix your problem. It almost sounds like the ball detent might be worn on the ratchet, it seems to be a common issue here at GJ that Snap On fitment is overly tight, so maybe that would fit your application.

 

[zbullock]

Matco? I like them.