New Tekton USA Made Angle Wrenches

[2ndGearRubber]

They look great and I'm glad to see USA on the back side.

Where did you order those from?

Tekton website says "not in stock" for the metric singles I want.

 

[gtlaw]

I ordered the metric set from the tekton website on Friday morning. They currently have 2 sets available.

 

[wrenchr]

On my want list!!!

 

[SRSemenza]

I received the 12pc set yesterday. Ordered on the 18th received on the 20th. Very fast. I think they probably had them all set to just start sending them. I think I got the shipping notification in less than an hour.

As far as sources that some are asking about. Brand new product released on the 18th. I think right now Tekton direct is the only way to order them.

Seth

 

[bobcatdan]

I applaud tekton for making USA wrenches. As someone who uses angle wrenches ever day and own 5 sets between sae and metric, here is my opinion. 30 degree head is completely overrated. I don't find it really does anything. Anything I can get loose with my snap ons I can get loose with my SK or cornwell wrenches. Second thing, the sizes are too small. Metric I pretty much don't use anything below 24mm and more often is 32 or 36mm. Sae I use 3/4 a fair amount otherwise its 1 1/4" or larger. If tekton comes out with a metric set that goes to 36, I may off my snappy metrics as they stop at 27 and are pretty much useless to me.

 

[L.Cheapo]

No, and Snap-On discontinued FD+ angle wrenches quite a few years ago. Its usually low torque and/or hydraulic fittings where it doesn't matter much. You really cant get much leverage on these wrenches.

https://store.snapon.com/Four-Way-A...n-End-Wrench-Set-10-ndash-17-mm--P928517.aspx

Aren't these FD+ angle wrenches?

 

[Skin]

They must of brought them back pretty recently. They definitely didn't have them for quite awhile. They aren't even listed in the paper catalog.

 

[JBradley500]

They look great and I'm glad to see USA on the back side.

Put the torque to them and let us know how they hold up! I’d like to know if they are prone to spread under heavy load.

 

[Strouty]

They must of brought them back pretty recently. They definitely didn't have them for quite awhile. They aren't even listed in the paper catalog.

I was going to mention this, but I figured someone else would post about it. I think they released them a couple weeks back.

As for the reasons why the FD plus is a nice feature, I am guessing most people who don't think it would be useful have never worked around equipment from the rust belt. I have both styles, only use the FD plus when I need to. As for the Tekton wrenches, awesome that they are USA made, not sure I would buy them, I would just grind my Snap On wrenches to fit.

 

[RedneckWelder]

I applaud tekton for making USA wrenches. As someone who uses angle wrenches ever day and own 5 sets between sae and metric, here is my opinion. 30 degree head is completely overrated. I don't find it really does anything. Anything I can get loose with my snap ons I can get loose with my SK or cornwell wrenches. Second thing, the sizes are too small. Metric I pretty much don't use anything below 24mm and more often is 32 or 36mm. Sae I use 3/4 a fair amount otherwise its 1 1/4" or larger. If tekton comes out with a metric set that goes to 36, I may off my snappy metrics as they stop at 27 and are pretty much useless to me.

Pretty much what I have to say too. I wish Tekton would come out with a set from 1 3/16 to 2”

I also have to say that thinking hyd fittings are low torque is laughable. The wrenches are short to fit into the tight spaces...then you beat the hell out of the wrench with a hammer to break loose the fitting. I have had to use crows feet on my 24” ratchet and sometimes 36” breaker bar to get them to move too

 

[Elvie84]

So jealous


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[jdw8320]

I’m also hoping for a set up a 2” working on farm equipment dozers and excavators its a large hose that’s a size between the cheap hf sets

 

[xin]

Primary uses are AN and pipe fittings. Why would you want to mar those up?

For tight quarters workin on stuff.

 

[bonneyman]

I applaud tekton for making USA wrenches. As someone who uses angle wrenches ever day and own 5 sets between sae and metric, here is my opinion. 30 degree head is completely overrated. I don't find it really does anything. Anything I can get loose with my snap ons I can get loose with my SK or cornwell wrenches. Second thing, the sizes are too small. Metric I pretty much don't use anything below 24mm and more often is 32 or 36mm. Sae I use 3/4 a fair amount otherwise its 1 1/4" or larger. If tekton comes out with a metric set that goes to 36, I may off my snappy metrics as they stop at 27 and are pretty much useless to me.

Bonney offered their angle wrenches up to 2 inch, but only knew one guy who used them that big. Then again he did commercial A/C. For residential work I never needed an angle wrench larger than 13/16" - to go larger than that I switched to 10-point flares. To each his own.

 

[dan360]

I do a lot of hydraulic work and use the 30° end quite often. Depends how many hoses someone tried to cram into a tight spot.

Sno-cats, manlifts, cranes, etc.

With the 30/60 along with the regular 15° combination wrench, you have six available angles.

 

[xin]

Did I read correctly that Tekton will be makin some made in USA Sockets as well???

 

[protegeV]

Did I read correctly that Tekton will be makin some made in USA Sockets as well???

No, you read wrong.

"

There is no current plan for US sockets. Our current sockets are some of our best tools in my opinion, and we will be largely focusing on expanding the program and adding features to the sockets.

Dave

[email protected]

"

 

[Tallpilot]

I do a lot of hydraulic work and use the 30° end quite often. Depends how many hoses someone tried to cram into a tight spot.

Sno-cats, manlifts, cranes, etc.

With the 30/60 along with the regular 15° combination wrench, you have six available angles.

What are the common sizes?

I got my metric set today. They look great. Will order the big fractional set when they come out.

 

[apdxyk]

36 mm could bring them more revenue than the sets

 

[dan360]

What are the common sizes?

I got my metric set today. They look great. Will order the big fractional set when they come out.

Quick n dirty for SAE JIC:

-2 = 7/16
-4 = 9/16
-5 = 9/16 or 5/8
-6 = 11/16
-8 = 7/8
-10 = 1
-12 = 1 1/4
-14 = 1-3/8
-16 = 1 1/2
-20 = 1-3/4 or 2
-24 = 2
-32 = 2 1/2


Actual sizes needed will vary based on fitting brand, type etc. I use pretty much every size in my SAE and metric kit. 1/4 - 2-1/2" and 8mm - 36mm

Most are Snap-on, some are chinesium. Some are "custom" bent.

 

[Tallpilot]

Quick n dirty for SAE JIC:

-2 = 7/16
-4 = 9/16
-5 = 9/16 or 5/8
-6 = 11/16
-8 = 7/8
-10 = 1
-12 = 1 1/4
-14 = 1-3/8
-16 = 1 1/2
-20 = 1-3/4 or 2
-24 = 2
-32 = 2 1/2


Actual sizes needed will vary based on fitting brand, type etc. I use pretty much every size in my SAE and metric kit. 1/4 - 2-1/2" and 8mm - 36mm

Most are Snap-on, some are chinesium. Some are "custom" bent.

Thank you

 

[bobcatdan]

Bonney offered their angle wrenches up to 2 inch, but only knew one guy who used them that big. Then again he did commercial A/C. For residential work I never needed an angle wrench larger than 13/16" - to go larger than that I switched to 10-point flares. To each his own.

I have snap on angle wrenches up to 2". Don't use above 1 3/4" regularly, but I do. That said if tekton made up to 1 1/2", that would cover most guy needs. Other than when I need a second open end for something, I pretty much only use angle wrenches for hydraulic fittings.

 

[Mbsk01]

Pretty much what I have to say too. I wish Tekton would come out with a set from 1 3/16 to 2”

I also have to say that thinking hyd fittings are low torque is laughable. The wrenches are short to fit into the tight spaces...then you beat the hell out of the wrench with a hammer to break loose the fitting. I have had to use crows feet on my 24” ratchet and sometimes 36” breaker bar to get them to move too

This is also the boat I am in. 19/16-32/16 would be GREAT.

 

[Eric29]

I received my set today. The website said they were out, then I checked back half an hour later and they were available. Took about three days to arrive. I can’t wait to use them.

 

[kythri]

Waiting on the full sets of these in SAE and Metric, as well as the full sets of the hex drivers in SAE/Metric. I gots money burning a hole in my pocket!

 

[dan360]

JIC fitting torque specs are low. The fittings get tight after awhile by themselves, and also by people overtorquing them, using threadlocker on them, and from environmental factors.

Most times I can loosen the stuck fittings by tapping on the flats with a hammer, or the back of the wrench, or using a rock, or whatever. Unless it's threadlocked, then it's a battle, sometimes the mini torch comes out.

 

[WWheeler]

[...] I also have to say that thinking hyd fittings are low torque is laughable. The wrenches are short to fit into the tight spaces...then you beat the hell out of the wrench with a hammer to break loose the fitting. I have had to use crows feet on my 24” ratchet and sometimes 36” breaker bar to get them to move too

QFT!

 

[cliftonbros89]

Are they available as singles yet?

 

[jgromada]

those look nice, what do they run?

 

[retDAC]

Are they available as singles yet?

Some are: https://www.tekton.com/angle-head-open-end-wrenches?quantity=1&inch-size=5-8-in&unit=inch


Click size and/or Metric to see which are available.

 

[bobcatdan]

JIC fitting torque specs are low. The fittings get tight after awhile by themselves, and also by people overtorquing them, using threadlocker on them, and from environmental factors.

Most times I can loosen the stuck fittings by tapping on the flats with a hammer, or the back of the wrench, or using a rock, or whatever. Unless it's threadlocked, then it's a battle, sometimes the mini torch comes out.

Couple taps with an air hammer is my go to, especially on #12 and larger. Also great when the adapter going into the block breaks loose before the fitting does.

 

[dan360]

That’s when we end up playing finger twister with three wrenches wondering how we chose our career so poorly. LMAO

 

[ihateminimumwage]

Wanted to bump this thread, hoping these will be available again soon.

Tekton site has been out of stock for a while now...

 

[rhandwor]

I purchased a 37mm and 39mm combination wrench and am quite pleased with them.

 

[mille755]

Is it just me or did the price on these go way up, I just checked last night and they were like 200+ for a set and IIRC they were 120ish/ set when they were introduced ...

 

[nicks78camaro]

In stock, $120 for 8-19 metric set

 

[sgtgeo]

While I may not have a need for these angles I am interested in Tekton US made tools.

I’d like to support this effort. What else is Tekton making here?

Thanks

 

[ChrisLS8]

While I may not have a need for these angles I am interested in Tekton US made tools.

I’d like to support this effort. What else is Tekton making here?

Thanks

Their screwdrivers and some pliers like the pump pliers

 

[ptgarcia]

While I may not have a need for these angles I am interested in Tekton US made tools.

I’d like to support this effort. What else is Tekton making here?

Thanks

The nut drivers are, too. I have a metric set and they're great.

The pry bars, punches and chisels are also made in USA, but I think they are rebranded Wilde or Mayhew or something like that.

The hose reels use USA made hoses, but the reel itself is made overseas.

 

[poppakap]

The nut drivers are, too. I have a metric set and they're great.

The pry bars, punches and chisels are also made in USA, but I think they are rebranded Wilde or Mayhew or something like that.

The hose reels use USA made hoses, but the reel itself is made overseas.

Wow—tekton nut drivers look great.