Need a decent set of 3/8 deep mm sockets

[bowlofturtle]

I'm looking to pick up a 3/8 deep mm socket set to use with a 3/8 12v impact driver.

I'm looking for inexpensive set. I have my snappy for my hand tools but I want something just for this impact, most likely a Milwaukee m12 3/8.

Sub $50 would be nice.

 

[mech-tech]

How about the Dewalt set at lowes? $40 for the impact set with carry case.

 

[bob15]

American made Wright:

http://www.royalsupply.com/store/pc/Wright-Tool-358-3-8-Drive-14-Pc-Impact-Metric-Socket-Set-6mm-19mm-6-Pt-Deep-p51319.htm

 

[CWP1616L]

The Lowes Kobalt sockets are nice. I wouldn't buy anything else Kobalt, but their sockets are real good. The insides a real clean with no jagged edges.

 

[Fedwrench]

http://www.tooltopia.com/gearwrench-84914.aspx

http://www.tooltopia.com/sunex-tools-3359.aspx

http://www.tooltopia.com/grey-pneumatic-1213md.aspx

Any of these sets will serve you well for many years. Of the three listed, the Gearwrench set has the best size markings, gold high vis and stamped on each socket. It also includes 21mm. You could also check ebay to see if you can find it cheaper.

 

[erty67]

The Lowes Kobalt sockets are nice. I wouldn't buy anything else Kobalt, but their sockets are real good. The insides a real clean with no jagged edges.

I'm all about US made, but can't beat this deal for $15. with a 12V impact, I don't think you really need Impact sockets, do you?

http://www.lowes.com/pd_338617-2542...&currentURL=?Ntt=kobalt+socket+set&facetInfo=

 

[bowlofturtle]

12v impact, actual impact sockets are not my main focus. Hence why i didn't use mention impact sockets. I just left it opened ended.

That GW impact set looks GREAT. Are they really decent? Tool topia ship for free? hard to check on the phone.

Why no listing for kobalt 6pt 3/8 deep mm set?

I bought a cheapo set on ebay back about 6-7 years ago and they were super thin and at one point cracked. I got maybe 30 days of actual usage out of it. At $30, i didn't expect anything lifetime but it was just weak metal.

 

[mrborohachi]

I bought a cheapo set on ebay back about 6-7 years ago and they were super thin and at one point cracked. I got maybe 30 days of actual usage out of it. At $30, i didn't expect anything lifetime but it was just weak metal.

for that money you should have bought the Autozone Duralast sockets. MIT (made in Taiwan) and lifetime warranty

 

[mrjaw14]

I'd go to horrible freight for that. I've actually had good luck with their impact sockets. They're a little thick, but I'm ok with that.

For 3/8", I'm sure any cheap impact set wll be fine.

 

[stonesfan68]

Harry Epstein's has a KD Tools set that is made in the USA for less than $25.

KDTool 91276

 

[bcradio]

The Lowes Kobalt sockets are nice. I wouldn't buy anything else Kobalt, but their sockets are real good. The insides a real clean with no jagged edges.

I don't know about their impact sockets, but Kobalt chrome sockets fit horribly. I wish I did not even buy them, but they were cheap.

 

[scaron]

you can get some real nice deals on PROTO sockets on eBay (chrome and impact). i just got an 11-piece (SAE, 1/2" drive, granted) for $73 from zoro-tools. 3/8" has gotta be even less expensive, i'd guess. epstein's has a nice S-K closeout metric impact set for $35 which i've got but it's 1/2" drive too (sorry, just felt i should call it out).

 

[CWP1616L]

I don't know about their impact sockets, but Kobalt chrome sockets fit horribly. I wish I did not even buy them, but they were cheap.

You gotta watch out for those metric flange nuts. One nut will be 8mm-1.25 with a 13mm hex and then when you go to buy a replacement, it'll be 8mm-1.25 with a 12mm hex. I thought the same thing you did until I figured it out.

 

[JBradley500]

I have the stanley set from amazon. They aren't a true deep socket set so don't go that route haha

 

[SCscoutguy]

I'm all about US made, but can't beat this deal for $15. with a 12V impact, I don't think you really need Impact sockets, do you?

http://www.lowes.com/pd_338617-2542...&currentURL=?Ntt=kobalt+socket+set&facetInfo=

This is the exact set I use with my Hitachi 3/8" 18v cordless impact and they work great. I got them on sale for $10 and I wish I would have bought another set they are that nice.

 

[bowlofturtle]

Saw some of the Lowes sockets. Couple had the chrome plate peeling off and stampings were remotely close to perfect.

 

[4x4gearhead]

I used sunex 3/8 sockets on my impact for a few years without an issue, this of course if you arent looking for domestic sockets.

 

[EFS463]

I use sunnex sockets on a daily basis to make my living. 3/8, 1/2 and swivels. Had them for years, no complaints

 

[richfinn]

Try ko-ken, over here they are great value for money. IMHO every bit as nice as Snappy and the other tool truck brands.

 

[gtlaw]

12v impact, actual impact sockets are not my main focus. Hence why i didn't use mention impact sockets. I just left it opened ended.

That GW impact set looks GREAT. Are they really decent? Tool topia ship for free? hard to check on the phone.

Why no listing for kobalt 6pt 3/8 deep mm set?

I bought a cheapo set on ebay back about 6-7 years ago and they were super thin and at one point cracked. I got maybe 30 days of actual usage out of it. At $30, i didn't expect anything lifetime but it was just weak metal.

the GW are good they are the same exact sockets as sunex just larger laser markings

TT has free shipping on orders $75 and over