Dave advised us awhile ago to be expecting this. I just noticed them on the website a few minutes ago.
https://www.tekton.com/1-2-inch-drive-impact-sockets
https://www.tekton.com/1-2-inch-drive-impact-sockets
New Tekton 1/2" drive impact sockets
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MJK
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I must have missed something - what is different about these compared to prior?
Ah, I've already purchased Sunex.
I'd be ordering these if I hadn't.
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anndel
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I bought Snap-ons over a year ago so tool box is full.
MJK
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Gotcha, thanks!
xOccupantx
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I’m in the market for an impact swivel set and pretty much decided on Sunex. Glad to see Tekton upping their game but no swivel set.
I am highly interested in that 1/2 impact accessory set though. I’m gonna pick that up.
I am highly interested in that 1/2 impact accessory set though. I’m gonna pick that up.
ZRX61
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Why on earth would anyone need a 1/2in drive 5/16th impact socket???
I have one because there was a time when I didn't have a 3/8" drive impact. Now of course I do but I tried to avoid it in the beginning to save resources.
17 sockets, no skips $75
https://www.tekton.com/1-2-inch-drive-deep-6-point-impact-socket-sets
14 sockets, tons of skips $52 (plus shipping, Tekton.com is free)
https://www.tooldiscounter.com/product/grey-pneumatic-socket-set-impact-1-2-metric-deep-gry1412md
Provided you wanted a full set of sockets instead of whatever smattering of sizes some guy in Taiwan thinks you want, that looks like value to me.
Paul_The_Builder
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Finally! I've been hoping Tekton would release some roll-stamped impact sockets.
Is it a little strange to have the smaller sizes be CR-V and the larger sizes be CR-MO? Why not all CR-MO? Do other companies do this also?
Is it a little strange to have the smaller sizes be CR-V and the larger sizes be CR-MO? Why not all CR-MO? Do other companies do this also?
This is kinda nice to see I have there older 1/2 deep style I got it almost 3 years ago now. I paid $42 I think there are a few skips but I have added to it since. The only down sides of the ones I have now are as followed, not stamped, The case isn't the best and I would like them to be Cr-mo but have no issues with cro-v. They are my go to road trip sockets as well as around the farm 1/2 sockets.
I think if I need to replace mine I have now I would consider there new 8-24mm set or go Grey Pheumatic. There price now is high but then again it is new. I do however really like that they seem to be stepping up there game!
I think if I need to replace mine I have now I would consider there new 8-24mm set or go Grey Pheumatic. There price now is high but then again it is new. I do however really like that they seem to be stepping up there game!
I agree with you finally there roll stamping and I do to wish they would do all with
CR-MO but that would probably raise the price a bit more. CR-V is cheaper because less process going on. CR-mo is better and I would like Tekton to switch over to it and then I would be a life user of there impacts!
Handyandy23
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There are pros and cons to both CR-V and CR-MO. And fwiw I've never broken an impact socket of either material as a DIYer.
And I have an IR 2235timax gun as well, so they get hit pretty hard.
And I have an IR 2235timax gun as well, so they get hit pretty hard.
Those look pretty awesome - Dual markings is a big plus. Love seeing Tekton expanding their line, though I wish there was a choice for a smaller standard/deep combo set.
I love how detailed their site is...
I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on what they are - I found their article on the topic very interesting, but it was a little short on specific comparisons.
I love how detailed their site is...
I'd be interested to hear your thoughts on what they are - I found their article on the topic very interesting, but it was a little short on specific comparisons.
plinker
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If you need to break off something on purpose it'd do a great job. Same with 10mm in 1/2 drive.
dnschmidt
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I don' understand 1/2" drive sockets starting at anything less than 10mm. Sort of like shooting rabbits with an elephant gun. Seems senseless to me.
Handyandy23
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I'm sure there are plenty of others that could add information to this, but simply, CR-V is a little harder, but more brittle. CR-MO is less brittle but is also slightly more prone to deformation.
The marketing behind CR-MO is based around the premise that a CR-V socket could "shatter" when it fails, leaving sharp and jagged pieces that could cut your hands (especially if you have one hand on the socket in use).
CR-MO is less likely to shatter like that, but being that it's sightly softer, it can lead to the drive end getting deformed or mushroomed a bit more easily over time. They're less likely to fail suddenly, but slowly deform more over time.
Like that Tekton article says, they are very similar in characteristics, so really the difference is very minimal. I think it's mostly a marketing ploy to try and get people to spend on new CR-MO sockets, but there are some slight pros and cons. I just don't see them being important enough to justify a decision one way or the other. Impact sockets on the whole are very robust.
If you ignore the sticker shock from the huge master sets its not that much higher. Looking down a more normal 8-24 Deep (no skips) is $75. That's $4.40 a socket. The older set was $3.30 a socket. The cases (hinges and latches) also look way better on the new sets too. The old ones were basically straight into the recycle bin quality.
Shed of tools
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Finally stepping up their game. I found the that the cr-v tekton was actually priced higher than competitors Cr-v but I chose a different brand Cr-m because there is no way I was Cr-v on a 1/2 inch impact.
Cowman1985
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The 87 piece set is just what I'm after! I was going to pull the trigger on some sets from their previous line-up but the skipped sizes always bothered me a little. The 87 piece set looks just the job, shame they don't ship internationally!
Why not good cr-v properly heat treated produces a more durable impact socket .
I tend prefer cr-v and over 30 years of using impacts of most main brands have found well made good grade cr-v favourable .
It enough for what they are .
Laser etch markings on impact sockets is a complete waste of time as soon from use almost impossible to read .
I would of liked seen larger size stampings twice and no laser etching .
Still an improvement in right direction and with easy warranty and online cash back and set coverage it not bad but they do need expand into uj sockets, stubbies and mid length, good spec long extensions for trans work with options like 1/2" tool end to 3/8" socket end .
Handyandy23
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Yep. What did people do for decades before the marketing team told us CR-MO is the way to go?
VolvoRyan
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This is great! The laser etching had been wearing off of my 1/2" standard Tekton impacts. They are indeed a bit more pricey, but still less than half the price of SK. $60 for 1/2" 8mm-24mm with no skips is pretty good.
-Ryan
-Ryan
Firebrick43
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I have worn one out driving large self drilling TEK screws as work would buy me a separate 1/4” hex impactor. Worked well still.
Bigblue&Goldie
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That big set is awesome! I'm really liking Tekton so far. I'm not buying a lot of tools these days, but if I was starting out or decking out a 2nd set of tools I'd probably go 100% Tekton sockets for price/value/completeness.
spike99250
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Some lags and construction screws have a 5/16 head. Things like ledgerlocks and timbermate style screws. We actually special ordered a couple of sockets a few years back
JR 42
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Yeah, this, IIRC all the Simpson earthquake retrofit lag bolts have 5/16" hex heads and wide open access. You can run impact screw bits with one too.
Is it a full set of sockets because it includes an 8 and 9 1/2" drive impact socket or...what makes it full? Because they didn't skip 20?
I'll take the GP set every time considering its less money and includes 26 and 27, tho no 24 *****. How often are you using an 8mm 1/2" impact socket? Never? I'm one of the few people I saw that had used a 1/2" 10mm impact socket last time it got asked...I can't imagine an 8. How about a 20mm? You using a 20mm impact socket often? Again check the threads last time that got asked. Most found little/no use for a 20mm socket (tho found uses for wrenches)
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=151294
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=17199
Once prices start coming in near/above the competition, people are going to naturally make comparisons. I like them and glad to see them making improvements, but I'm cheap and shop value too, you find value in the more expensive set with a few extra sockets, I find value in the cheaper set with less sockets with the two larger sizes.
JR 42
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It's a full set because it doesn't skip any sizes, which seems to hit a chord for some folks and is how Tekton is marketing their new socket line.
Isn't skipping 24mm and including 26mm kinda nonsensical though? I'm not saying that 8mm and 11/32" impact sockets are important, but that's a size that's pretty common. Even my old grimy Tacoma (otherwise all JIS sizing from what I've monkeyed with) has a couple 24mm hex heads on it. How often is any 26mm anything needed on a car ? (serious question, I have no idea. Prior threads mentioned stuff like Italian- made weaving machines and other weird stuff. Armstrong had a deep 3/8 drive in 26mm up until they folded... not sure what application it could possibly serve).
I'm not a mechanic and don't even own an impact... just enjoying the conversation.
Isn't skipping 24mm and including 26mm kinda nonsensical though? I'm not saying that 8mm and 11/32" impact sockets are important, but that's a size that's pretty common. Even my old grimy Tacoma (otherwise all JIS sizing from what I've monkeyed with) has a couple 24mm hex heads on it. How often is any 26mm anything needed on a car ? (serious question, I have no idea. Prior threads mentioned stuff like Italian- made weaving machines and other weird stuff. Armstrong had a deep 3/8 drive in 26mm up until they folded... not sure what application it could possibly serve).
I'm not a mechanic and don't even own an impact... just enjoying the conversation.
Yeah, a lot of people are willing to pay extra for the sense of safety and fullfiilness, myself included. I have never seen a 20mm anything. In fact 23mm is rather rare too. Anyways, each spends their own money. Nothing wrong with that.
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The Fall
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I like Tekton. I've ordered tools from them and I like that they include USA-made tools in their lineup. However, these impacts -- I'd spend a little more for Wrights. I've got some in 3/8" drive and they're stout. They don't start to wallow out as easily/quickly as the others I've had.
Is it a full set of sockets because it includes an 8 and 9 1/2" drive impact socket or...what makes it full? Because they didn't skip 20?
I'll take the GP set every time considering its less money and includes 26 and 27, tho no 24 *****. How often are you using an 8mm 1/2" impact socket? Never? I'm one of the few people I saw that had used a 1/2" 10mm impact socket last time it got asked...I can't imagine an 8. How about a 20mm? You using a 20mm impact socket often? Again check the threads last time that got asked. Most found little/no use for a 20mm socket (tho found uses for wrenches)
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=151294
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=17199
Once prices start coming in near/above the competition, people are going to naturally make comparisons. I like them and glad to see them making improvements, but I'm cheap and shop value too, you find value in the more expensive set with a few extra sockets, I find value in the cheaper set with less sockets with the two larger sizes.
I hear you. I don't work for Tekton but if I did that set would be 10-27mm to be a little more useful range. The Grey set is irritating for not including 24 but also 23. Wouldn't you find a 23mm on some Ford lower control arms IIRC?
If you need a slightly smaller socket because of rust it is nice to have sizes like 20 even if uncommon. Especially if you don't keep a fractional set handy. I know you're no stranger to rust.
No doubt the new higher prices beg comparison with Taiwan's best offerings. I love my GP stuff and Tekton needs to prove themselves here. But I like what I see so far, especially the 6 pointed pinless swivel. I don't really need more 1/2" drive impacts but I ordered a couple sizes so I can compare. I'll post some pictures and impressions when they arrive.
Like Mr. B, I also find my Cr-v stuff doesn't oval out in the drive end as fast as my Cr-m (especially USA stuff, which deforms noticeably after the first use).
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Shed of tools
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I’ll even use Chrome sockets on my little 3/8 impact it works I know. My dad had his own shop repairing farm equipment for thirty years and Cr-m was already the standard when he first started in the early 80s. In that time the old cr-m have held up great and in that line of work 1/2 impacts are used a lot it different that if you’re an automotive mechanic.
Handyandy23
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Is it a full set of sockets because it includes an 8 and 9 1/2" drive impact socket or...what makes it full? Because they didn't skip 20?
I'll take the GP set every time considering its less money and includes 26 and 27, tho no 24 *****. How often are you using an 8mm 1/2" impact socket? Never? I'm one of the few people I saw that had used a 1/2" 10mm impact socket last time it got asked...I can't imagine an 8. How about a 20mm? You using a 20mm impact socket often? Again check the threads last time that got asked. Most found little/no use for a 20mm socket (tho found uses for wrenches)
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=151294
https://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=17199
Once prices start coming in near/above the competition, people are going to naturally make comparisons. I like them and glad to see them making improvements, but I'm cheap and shop value too, you find value in the more expensive set with a few extra sockets, I find value in the cheaper set with less sockets with the two larger sizes.
No 24mm would be a deal breaker for me, pretty common size. Every size might not be essential, but that's one that I wouldn't buy a set without.
I had lot of issues with modern cr-mo, new MAC set had couple replaced within 2 weeks, hole set sent back within a month, had singles from another 2 truck/usa brands and same issue wallowing bad on hard hitting impacts .
My MAC guy very helpful (old timer & unfortunately retiring) and credited me on the set, he reckons softness due to current times liability concerns so they made little softer side by lot of big name US brands .
Had some import cr-mo that been fairly good but the taiwan cr-v sockets of more manufacture process design thus a chance likely better grade base alloy and heat treatment are proving way better product in daily hard use and my 1/2" impact gear gets beat on proper hard .
Paying big money or having warranty on impact sockets not really needed.
when mine get a bit spanked they tend get used for proper rough duty hammering on oversize rusted fasteners or used/adapted for press adaptors etc . In my sets they work out like 2 to 4 bucks each and I can self warranty that no problem lol .