Just bought new Matco 3/8” metric socket set

[BrandoJames]

I’ve been scouting around for a 3/8” 6 point metric socket set. I was on eBay last week and saw a shrink-wrapped Matco set (7mm-19mm deep) for $69 (plus $15 shipping). I thought that was a terrific buy. Only two minor reservations here:

1) These are impact sockets, and I already have a full set of 1/2” impact sockets (deep & shallow) for my 1/2” impact wrench. I was originally looking for a 3/8” chrome set, since impact sockets are a bit thicker and I’m worried about clearance issues.

2) This Matco set is made in Taiwan.

But even with those two reservations, I thought the deal was just too good to pass up, so bought the set this weekend. Should arrive later this week. Let me know what you guys think.

 

[Snaparxon]

Are those re-branded gear wrench sockets? I can't re-call

That set is around $86 on Matco's web site also. So not really a deal but maybe Matco doesn't have free shipping either IDK

 

[kythri]

Are these GW rebadges, like the impact swivels are?

 

[Zewnten]

I haven't had much issue with clearance using 3/8 impact sockets except on the smaller sizes and then I usually need to use 1/4 anyways. If you like them then they're worth it for you, if you think you over paid then you can try returning them or post them for sale on eBay. Personally I don't buy much from matco because it's all rebranded and mostly Taiwan so I can get a better deal from tekton or sunnex

 

[wafrederick]

Those are made by Professional Tool Products,the ADV line.Anything Matco hard line,AJ manufacturing makes the sockets and ratchets here in the USA

 

[Professional Tool User]

You overpaid. There's plenty of other Made in Taiwan options out there that are cheaper. At that price point, I'd look for a used USA made set.

 

[Professional Tool User]

The GW impact socket sets were Made in China the last time I checked at a brick and mortar store. There should be a few threads on the forum that say the Matco pinless are made in USA and the GW ones are made in China. Apparently there is a significant quality difference for the swivel impacts.

 

[dsimatt]

Those look like the ADV line, you didnt save a ton of money but still plenty good quality and pretty deep which is nice.

 

[plinker]

The ADV sockets are identical to the Sunex & Napa sockets. They do have a different chamfer supposedly. Fair deal for what it is. Very good impact sockets either way.

 

[Fedwrench]

I thought MATCO's ADV line were made by Sunex.

 

[2ndGearRubber]

Are these GW rebadges, like the impact swivels are?

GW/armstrong/craftsman/matco all had the same usa made pinless at one time. GW is no longer producing them in the usa, x-core or whatever is imported; and perportedly not as good. CM doesn't carry them anymore.


Matco currently doesn't list COO on the website as far as I can tell.

 

[Empty Pockets]

If they work for you, great. My biggest issue, if it was me, is that I try hard Not to buy tools made in the pacific rim if there is a domestic alternative.

Use them and enjoy.

 

[Wamsutta]

Those are made by Professional Tool Products,the ADV line.Anything Matco hard line,AJ manufacturing makes the sockets and ratchets here in the USA

That's news to me. I thought A.J. Manufacturing only made the ratchets.

 

[Hammer1963]

Regardless of anything else, they are good sockets. I can vouch for that and the price you paid is good

 

[VinceG]

I work on Class 8 Diesel trucks I have had several Matco ADV 3/8 sets I bought during BOGO deals I have never had a issue with them. I could have gotten another brand maybe cheaper (not sure because BOGO) but I have had a business relationship with my Matco dealer for 20 years so I get decent prices.