Rule60
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For some reason I really don't like the looks of them. Do they have pear shaped ones that don't flex. As thats all that I seem for find
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SK round ratchets
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jeeper46
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I was just using my S-K round ratchet that I bought at K-mart in 1975. It's been my main-go-to 3/8 ratchet at home for all these years, and it is still just as good as the day I bought it-no problems, never been apart. Looks ain't everything.
You don't like the look of these?
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Any SK round head ratchets you don't like can be sent to me and I'll dispose of them safely for you.
You beat me to it.
From the reviews I have read they are good ratchets and they haven't changed their design if forever. Why change something that works. I get that but I personally like pear shaped ones better. Would I turn down one I got a good deal on it no but haven't used one I don't know if I like how they feel. I have used pear shaped ones the whole time I have used ratchets.
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Same here. I have 1/4, 3/8,1/2 and bent handle swivel head 3/8. Work perfectly, never apart, probably bought them in the 60's or 70's. Double pawl, bullet proof.Parts available. The heads are a little bigger than my old round head Williams, that I like as well. I am not a tooth counter or miss the thumb reversal.
Loscaldazar
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3/8 drive will be available on trucks in April. Online a month later. They have started, or are starting in the next few days, producing them. Can't remember exactly what was said.
No time frame for 1/2 or 1/4 that is public
I have the 3/8 diamond logo from Grandpa.
These ratchets are great.
Many very cheap knock offs mimic this design.
This is as good if not better than many of the pearhead designs.
gdocktor3
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Maybe it's just me, but I think SK shines in 1/4" and 1/2". The fine 60 tooth design of the 1/4" is silky smooth and the 1/2" are robust and strong. For 3/8" though, I prefer a dual 80.
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I've got a 1/4 , 3/8 and a 1/2 I picked up at garage sales. Whether they are or not, they "feel" like they are the strongest of any I own. Besides the bigger heads I do like using them.
mudflap
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67King
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I like my 1/4", but I really don't care for the 3/8" at all. Too coarse, and too hard to turn. Love most SK stuff, but I am not a fan of the round head ratchet.
mudflap
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And before the SKs..These Craftsman FT round heads got alot of use..I got them in 85..as a HS graduation present..and they seen alot of use before getting retired to the home box....I think they are the only Cman ratchets to ever be made in Japan....can anybody confirm..or deny that...?? They kinda seem like SK knockoffs..
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Empty Pockets
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I have some SK round head that have never let me down. My go to ratchets at the house are Wright 2400, 3400 and 4400, all round head.
Once they are released, I'll stop at HJE, next time I'm in Kansas City and check them out
Once they are released, I'll stop at HJE, next time I'm in Kansas City and check them out
pdxgearhead
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I'm in agreement with the OP. My main 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2 socket sets are SK. I love SK tools, but I never warmed up to their ratchets (except for the Tuff1).
I 100% agree with you on this. 1/4 and 1/2 SK in my opinion cannot be beat. Nothing wrong with the 3/8 , just not as great. I modded my 24 inch 1/2 breaker bar and turned it into a ratchet by taking the head of the 17 inch flex head ratchet. The thing is a beast, try it is awesome. Much better than the long snappy and new MAC ratchets.
I bought the 1/2 flex last year and I'm already impressed with it. Now I may just have to get the breaker bar and try your mod.
The round head S-K is a great ratchet! Ive used mine for years and still grab the bent handle 3/8" one more often than the snapon ratchets in the drawer. The 1/4" is a great affordable quality fine tooth ratchet. Ive had the head get jammed up where the reversing plate gets out of sync with the drive mechanism.. but thats the only bad thing I can say.
The 1/4" body with the 3/8" head (45173) is a great handy tool as well. Alot of guys dont even know they exist. Check them out!
The roto head 3/8 is a tool I found in my sisters basement. Left behind by her father in law I think.. I dont use it much but its pretty cool anyway
The 1/4" body with the 3/8" head (45173) is a great handy tool as well. Alot of guys dont even know they exist. Check them out!
The roto head 3/8 is a tool I found in my sisters basement. Left behind by her father in law I think.. I dont use it much but its pretty cool anyway
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wvrailroader
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I think the Craftsman tri-wing ratchets were made in Taiwan, not Japan.
gdocktor3
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Yes Ive read Taiwan made in the past. Quite possibly the best Taiwan made round heads.
mudflap
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Yes..you are right..i did some research on them last night. They are re branded Easco.. Made in Taiwan.. I used them in Tech school, and for a while after that...good times...lol
mudflap
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I also had the 1/2 in version, it was a 3pc set.. But i left it at a junkyard one day pulling Camaro parts....couldn't find it when i went back...