SK sockets???

[chaser]

I recently purchased a 1/4 drive ratchet and socket set. The chrome seems inconsistent on the inside surfaces of the sockets; in some instances not applied at all, flaking in others and fully plated in others. Is this normal? Should I warranty those sockets?

Thanks

 

[scott4]

I recently purchased a 1/4 drive ratchet and socket set. The chrome seems inconsistent on the inside surfaces of the sockets; in some instances not applied at all, flaking in others and fully plated in others. Is this normal? Should I warranty those sockets?

Thanks

I think the consensus was that its paint and its nothing to worry about. Enjoy.

Outside flaking is a problem.

 

[chaser]

Sounds good. The chrome colored paint threw me off then. If its chromed inside and flaking, that would be a problem for me. If its paint inside and flaking, well I don't really care because that paint will wear itself out sooner or later. Once the paint is gone, is there a protective coating on the inside of the socket to prevent rusting? I'd assume yes.

Thanks for the reply.

 

[pipsters]

Paint is normal on the inside unless it's a Craftsman socket, then it's cheap and subpar. Yes that was sarcasm but there are people on here that actually type that with a straight face.

What kind of flaking are you talking about? A close up non-blurry picture would help. I sent my SK socket set back, nice looking sockets but quite a few were stamped lightly making them difficult to read. Chrome was great on them though.

 

[chaser]

I'll try to get some pictures up. I called the SK customer service line to find out. The lady was very helpful and explained that the interior of the sockets are painted, like was mentioned above. She said if I had any concerns, to drop them off at the local dealer or send them in and they'll look them over.

 

[larryq]

Not much to add to what everyone else has said, other than to assure you that if there is a problem, SK will take care of you.