Looking for a hex key set in a folding case

[ive]

Hi all.

Looking for a hex key set in case. I always have ones fall out of the standard plastic holder.

This is what I’m looking for, hopefully there’s something cheaper.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B014VY3SEK/?tag=atomicindus04-20

 

[subroc]

I looked, I didn't see anything. I use Bondhus Allen wrenches/hex keys. One of my many Bondus sets has to be more than 30 years old. Surprisingly enough the plastic hasn't loosened on that set. I won't say I haven't lost a couple over the years, but it wasn't from them falling out.

Anyway, if you can't find a cased set could a zippered case work with your existing sets as a way to keep them together? You could pick something like that up for $5-$10.

 

[Grokew]

Proto metric set with metal case

https://www.grainger.com/product/PROTO-Hex-Key-Set-L-1FX36

Proto SAE set with metal case

https://www.grainger.com/product/PROTO-Hex-Key-Set-L-1FX37


The king tools set is the closest to what you want:

King tools long arm hex key set SAE with metal case

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/252846089481


Pouches, just in case you want to get some

Wera 136484 Textile Storage Pouch with 9 L-Key Slots, Empty | Wera at KC Tool

*If out of stock, please add 10-14 days to the ship by estimate above. This item has to come from Germany.* Empty Wera replacement L-key pouch for Bicycle Se...

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Wera 671063 L-Key Pouch 9 Slot, Empty | Wera at KC Tool

*If out of stock, please add 10-14 days to the ship by estimate above. This item has to come from Germany.* Empty Wera replacement L-key pouch for 950 SPKL ...

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Wera 136463 Textile Storage Case for KK 100, Empty | Wera at KC Tool

*If out of stock, please add 10-14 days to the ship by estimate above. This item has to come from Germany.* Empty Wera replacement case for Kraftform Kompakt...

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If you know a toptul dealer try to check if they have this set: GAAD1509

And If you are interested in a small metal box to store your hex keys (you will need to make the insert) Harry J Epstein has a beautiful one for 10 bucks

https://www.harryepstein.com/small-red-metal-friction-lock-tool-box-7-1-4-x-2-1-2-x-1-sm-box.html



Images from Harry J Epstein

 

[garfunkle24]

For another alternative to buying a set in a case, Tom Lipton of Oxtool raves about this style of holder:
Fireball hex key organizer

 

[lilredex]

There's these from times past.

 

[ive]

For another alternative to buying a set in a case, Tom Lipton of Oxtool raves about this style of holder:
Fireball hey key organizer

Fascinating. Never seen this before. Might go with this.

 

[ive]

There's these from times past.

Awesome. What a great time it must have been to be alive when tools were made with so much thought amd craftsmanship.

 

[msharley]

 

[msharley]

They also make them in TORX & Metrications

 

[RTM]

Beware of the (Msharley) versions with plastic sides, I twisted the heck out of mine trying to loosen a screw, got frustrated and grabbed a fixed L shape.

 

[LXCam]

LIke RTM pointed out, I’ve had issues with flexing the plastic case ones. But I’ve never had an issue with my metal case Klein’s.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002RI8RS/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[bonneyman]

For a cheap and easy holder I use metal clamshell-style eyeglass holders for small tools. I'm hard on glass cases as I constantly switch between indoor and sunglasses, home and work. So I tend to accumulate cases.
Always finding new uses for them. Find them at thrift stores for under $2. And when they wear out, get another.

Here's one holding my pair of micro-screwstarters.

 

[scooby074]

In a plant that i did maintenance in, I carried a SO Metric set to adjust limit switches etc. Great keys. No chance to lose a piece.

 

[JradM]

Felo Smart

 

[jptbay]

Wera hex plus kit, if up to 10mm works for you.

The holder is awesome. Keys are very secure. And, some of the best hex keys available. Plus you can buy them at Canadian Tire for $50.

 

[Citation]

In a plant that i did maintenance in, I carried a SO Metric set to adjust limit switches etc. Great keys. No chance to lose a piece.

That looks the Elkin one my dad gave me decades ago. Good set.

 

[Garcky]

They also make them in TORX & Metrications

Love those. I have multiples of them. In the toolbox. In the junk drawers. On my desk. SAE and Metric and even Torx. Can't walk past them if they're on sale. I just can't.

 

[scooby074]

That looks the Elkin one my dad gave me decades ago. Good set.

Thats very likely the OEM Elkind has several that look exactly like the SO

 

[The Bean]

Not a folding case, but I really like this set. The holder grabs the wrenches securely and the handle is great for leverage.

 

[Cortez the Killer]

Kind of need to have straight ones and a set of L‘s. I was just working on my trailer jack stand the other day and nothing but an L type would have fit in there. I have had a ring with them on little springs and that set ***** (thrown in the truck toolbox )

looks like some good options here

 

[silkman]

+1 for the Wera. Here they have a set without the colored outer plastic in a red folding case at half price to the one posted above.

 

[The Bean]

I feel your pain OP.

 

[JradM]

From the "real deals" Napa Canada flyer:

 

[ecotec]

I have the 3/6”-3/8” and the .050-3/16” Grip-It by Klein folding hex sets.

They are terrific, and have lasted for years. Every one in a while, I have to borrow or bring from home regular length L-keys when the Grip-It one’s are too short.

 

[assassin10000]

Budget line, but still hex+ design which does help.

 

[Al Borland]

Malco folding sets.

 

[AffableCurmudgeon]

Hi all.

Looking for a hex key set in case. I always have ones fall out of the standard plastic holder.

This is what I’m looking for, hopefully there’s something cheaper.

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B014VY3SEK/?tag=atomicindus04-20

These are the kinds of needs for which learned to use Fusion 360 and bought a 3D printer.

 

[boom_bap]

Bondhus gorilla grip might be worth checking out. Its a folding set of bondhus keys, they've got torx, sae, and metric.

 

[Bubba Fett]

Klein has some fold-out hex keys that are quite good. I suspect they are made by Bondhus.

 

[MarcSeattle]

I have a set of every Allen configuration: L-keys, T-handles, sockets, screwdrivers, etc. But my favorite hands-down are the Hex-Pro hinged L-keys. Use the L-shape to break the fastener free then spin it like a screwdriver. I don't reach for anything else these days.

I think Bondus bought the patents. Expensive but worth it. They come in a cordura fabric pouch but I keep mine in the top drawer of the roller cab. You'll end up buying the torx too, so my suggestion is just do it. Prices are only going to go up.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000TYDW2U/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Al Borland]

I have a set of every Allen configuration: L-keys, T-handles, sockets, screwdrivers, etc. But my favorite hands-down are the Hex-Pro hinged L-keys. Use the L-shape to break the fastener free then spin it like a screwdriver. I don't reach for anything else these days.

I think Bondus bought the patents. Expensive but worth it. They come in a cordura fabric pouch but I keep mine in the top drawer of the roller cab. You'll end up buying the torx too, so my suggestion is just do it. Prices are only going to go up.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000TYDW2U/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Well, there's another thing I didn't know I needed...
And now I have to have.