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I'm looking for a nice 3/8'' drive flex head ratchet with 80 teeth and a green/black comfort grip. The ideal length would be about 13-11/16'' long. I have zero interest in discount brands like GearWrench, Tekton, Harbor Freight, Husky, Kobalt, or Craftsman. I also have zero interest in auto parts store brands like Duralast and Carlyle. What would you recommend?
 
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M6erfan said:
Amateurs...

https://store.snapon.com/Dual-80-174-Technology-Chrome-3-8--3-8-Drive-Dual-80-reg-Technology-Long-Handle-Flex-Head-Ratchet-P892377.aspx

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Lol, not rocket science. As soon as I saw who posted I went right to the S-o site. Too predictable sir :)

BTW, there's one on eBay, for more than list + $7 shipping. What idiot would pay that?

Nice looking ratchet BTW...
 
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Jaysreal said:
Hmm... The "attributes" section shows it as 12-13.9" I can only assume that means 90-0 degress[emoji2369]

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I think that's just a general qualifier by KCtools to denote the ratchet length range. IIRC, the 425QR is 300mm long
 
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Sounds like he's looking for the Pittsburgh Pro roto head. Get 20 of em
 
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Wamsutta needs to experience the full power & awesomeness of Tektons new 90t ratchets. Not sure if they do a flex or comfort grip green handles but since GW went to China, Tekton is the answer to every modern tool requirement on GJ. Follow the pack & get some Tekton today!
 
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Or he can step his game up and get a Carlyle branded with a fantastic blue and yellow handle!
 
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I'm still trying to get the point of this thread. Was it an inside joke?

OP seemed to have a ratchet in mind the whole time, not really asking for suggestions.
 
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CR888 said:
Wamsutta needs to experience the full power & awesomeness of Tektons new 90t ratchets. Not sure if they do a flex or comfort grip green handles but since GW went to China, Tekton is the answer to every modern tool requirement on GJ. Follow the pack & get some Tekton today!
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Tekton flex heads are a total miss. The great advantage of flex head is being able to go to 95 degrees and spin it as a speeder. Tektons are limited to 90 degrees. They just don't get it.
 
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protegeV said:
I'm still trying to get the point of this thread. Was it an inside joke?

OP seemed to have a ratchet in mind the whole time, not really asking for suggestions.
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Yes a joke and an opportunity for people to talk about their favorite 3/8 drive flex head ratchet.

When the handle color is specific to green and black what else could it be?
 
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This is BDT; and I approve this thread :beer:

If I ever desire to upgrade My very loose jointed and experienced F 732 ratchet; I will be calling 1-800-Wamsutta for suggestions.

Like My other ratchets, that old F 732 grips those goofy double detent sockets like an alligator, and it takes a screwdriver to pry them apart. So; the rest of the goofy sockets will get bumped first.

I would like to Wish Everyone an Early Happy New Year :beer:
 
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protegeV said:
I'm still trying to get the point of this thread. Was it an inside joke?

OP seemed to have a ratchet in mind the whole time, not really asking for suggestions.
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This thread is a spin off and response to BBQguy's thread:

BBQguy said:
I am looking for a set of flex head ratchets. 1/2", 3/8", and 1/4".
Uses are everything from automotive to working on machinery at work.
I have zero interest in truck brands. Due to my lurking here mostly i am interested in the pro brands such as SK, Proto, and the like. I am not opposed to other brands. I buy once and cry once within reason.
I like the idea of a slim head as most likely I will use these in confined spaces. I also like a easy to use warranty if necessary. I dont need a locking flex head but a nice positive detent would be awesome.
Not fond of buying from Fleabay. To many bad experiences.
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Wamsutta said:
I'm looking for a nice 3/8'' drive flex head ratchet with 80 teeth and a green/black comfort grip. The ideal length would be about 13-11/16'' long. I have zero interest in discount brands like GearWrench, Tekton, Harbor Freight, Husky, Kobalt, or Craftsman. I also have zero interest in auto parts store brands like Duralast and Carlyle. What would you recommend?
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Get it ? :D
 
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Wamsutta said:
This thread is a spin off and response to BBQguy's thread:







Get it ? :D
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Ah, got it. I posted in that thread too. I didnt even make the connection, but I told that guy that snapon was the only ratchet qorth bothering with ;),
 
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seber said:
Tekton flex heads are a total miss. The great advantage of flex head is being able to go to 95 degrees and spin it as a speeder. Tektons are limited to 90 degrees. They just don't get it.
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lol :thumbup: I like using a flex as a speeder once the fastener is broken, not having that feature shows it was designed by someone who don't use flex heads. :headscrat
 
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They are not the the 'best' speeders but...I often use my 15" 1/2" flex to quickly undo a broken nut. The flex & socket is already on the fastener so its just easy. Not having that feature after being used to it on other brands would be kinda disappointing, I suppose its one of them small differences that separate the average from the better.
 
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