New Harbor Freight Ratchets

[John316]

I wonder if anyone has seen these up close yet, but I noticed they are changing the site.

The 1/2 inch claims to be tested to 500ftlbs. From the graphic it appears to be a snap ring style ratchet.

http://www.harborfreight.com/1-2-half-inch-drive-heavy-duty-quick-release-ratchet-40582.html

The 3/8 looks different as well and boasts 200ftlbs

http://www.harborfreight.com/3-8-eighth-inch-drive-heavy-duty-quick-release-ratchet-40591.html

Anyone seen these yet?

 

[rhastings80]

What happened to Mr. Holeshot? Didn't he test a bunch of these?

 

[John316]

What happened to Mr. Holeshot? Didn't he test a bunch of these?

I believe that was the old style, which were not bad for like $8.

 

[dharma-bum]

First Post to ya- I had one and I gave it away. It was 1/2" and it would switch directions randomly. Frustrating.
Thanks for all the info guys, I'll go introduce myself now.


Dave

 

[mrbreezeet1]

Looks like there trying to look like Snap-On

 

[powertrip]

What happened to Mr. Holeshot? Didn't he test a bunch of these?

Yeah, have not seen a post from Holeshot since march. I read through one of his post that he had health problems. Wonder whats up with him.

 

[meank20]

NO, the older style ones look more like Snap On than these do.

 

[Kirbot]

Yeah, have not seen a post from Holeshot since march. I read through one of his post that he had health problems. Wonder whats up with him.

I've been wondering about him too
His last post was on june 8th
http://garagejournal.com/forum/member.php?u=56462

Hope all is well

 

[Bull]

mrholeshot took some lumps for his content here. My guess is that he got tired of it.

 

[diesel research]

mrholeshot took some lumps for his content here. My guess is that he got tired of it.

My bet as well.

 

[tpolley]

I wonder if anyone has seen these up close yet, but I noticed they are changing the site.

The 1/2 inch claims to be tested to 500ftlbs. From the graphic it appears to be a snap ring style ratchet.

The 3/8 looks different as well and boasts 200ftlbs

Anyone seen these yet?

i must have the old style that comes with the 301 piece set. they look slightly different. there's nothing wrong with them. the 1/2 inch handle is a little small for my liking. i went out and bought a set of the round head swivel ratchets. i tend to reach for those first. i've never been a fan of the rubber/plastic handle but these are pretty sweet.

i really want a set of the round head ratchets with the thumb wheel that come with the 64 piece set. if someone had a set of those i would gladly trade my teardrop snap-on knock off's that came with the 301 piece set.

 

[timesrgood?]

When orders are filling the piggybank you have money, happiness, confidence and motivation to make new and better things. Plus a few more positives we had once upon a time in the USA.

 

[tpolley]

here you go. mine look a bit different

 

[kc-steve]

^^ nice photos above. I have all three ratchets. I use those so I don't have to put wear and tear on my better quality, soon to be rare USA-made ratchets. Not intended as a slam. I'm just practical.

Steve

 

[John316]

tpolley, those are older I assume? I have these which are fairly recent. I must say, I like the looks of yours better.

 

[MadMark]

I have an older Toptul set that has the same ratchet as the pic in the first post

 

[Mickey O]

Looks like a nice all new original design that will help the US economy.

 

[John316]

Looks like a nice all new original design that will help the US economy.

Yep. It's awesome when we don't have to spend $105 on a basic 3/8 ratchet.

 

[powertrip]

Actually it is a super strong ratchet with a beautiful finish.

 

[G1GRANDEUR]

Any inside gear shot?

 

[bagsanthony]

I heard holeshot fell into a bathtub full of ratchets and never came out

 

[powertrip]

Now boys and girls......... that's kinda funny.

Thank you very much, I'll be here all week. Don't forget to tip the staff.

 

[Cheapskate]

Those are the older style in the Original post. That was the style before they came out with their "Pittsburgh Professional" line. Oddly, I don't see the new style "Pittsburgh Professional" ratchets listed online other than some of the green soft handled models. But those are mixed with the older red and black soft handled models.

http://www.harborfreight.com/catalo...ional&mode=grid&RequestData=CA_CategoryExpand

I haven't been to HF for a few months but I need to grab a few things from there so I'll ask the manager what's going on next time I'm there.

 

[powertrip]

The older style has the snap ring that holds the cover plate on. The new style has 2 screws that hold the cover plate on. Also the direction switch is different. The last time I saw the older style in the store was probbly around feb or march. They are all the new style now. I personally like and have the older style in 3/8. Wish I would have gotten the older snap ring style in 1/4 and 1/2 when I could have.

 

[contactme_11]

Where are they made?

 

[Cheapskate]

Where are they made?

The older style and the newer "Pittsburgh Professional" are both made in Taiwan.

 

[GStaz]

Yep. It's awesome when we don't have to spend $105 on a basic 3/8 ratchet.

 

[sk farmer]

i am surprised someone actually misses him. maybe they have not heard a good tall tale in a long while.