Snap on FC 72

[Bjkearns]

I was wondering what you guys thought about the Snap on FC72
I was thinking of picking one up
Is this a good choice?
http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item...group_ID=12898&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog

 

[LGMechanical]

Any SO ratchet is a good choice

 

[Bjkearns]

ya I do like them
I have a TF72 and also a FLF80
both of these I picked up used so I was able to save some money compared to new

 

[Ed_EOD]

Unless you must have SO try a Wright 3430

They both have the same 10mm 3/8 deep socket on them.

 

[Joe H]

Any SO ratchet is a good choice

I second this.

 

[Doctor B]

I love Snap On. They make great stuff, obviously. But if I were you, I'd also consider the Wright posted above and the SK version.

They both have smaller heads for tighter access, and you can get them for around $20-30. The SK has very fine action with very low reverse resistance. I really like it.

Here are some pics:

 

[06wt]

fcf72 i have it and love it, i prefer flex heads much more versatile

 

[Bjkearns]

Ya my boss has a FCF36 but it really seems like the 36tooth cuts down how useful it is
06wt could you provide me a link to the fcf72 I looked but no joy

 

[06wt]

just put fcf72 in the seach on the snap-on site and it will come up

 

[00S4Boy]

Unless you must have SO try a Wright 3430

They both have the same 10mm 3/8 deep socket on them.

Thats an FK80 not an fc72, the fc72 is probably smaller then that Wright 3430.

I stand corrected i guess the FC72 does come in a flex.

 

[06wt]

the fc-fcf72 is not smaller then the 3430, but it is smaller the the fk80

 

[00S4Boy]

Wright 3430
Weight 0.19
Overall Length 4-3/4"
Swing Arc 3/4"
No. of Teeth 45
Head Dia. 27/32"
Renewal Kit No. 3432

Stock # FC72
Name Ratchet, Compact Sealed Head (High Strength), Short Handle, 4 7/16"
Price** $68.95
Brand Snap-on
Country Of Origin USA
Finish Chrome
ASME/ANSI B107.10M-1996
Gear Action 10°
Gear Teeth 36
Head Type Sealed Compact
Ratchet Service Kit RKRFC936
Description Short Handle
Square Drive, inches 3/8
U.S. Patent 4,934,220 and 6,125,722
Dimension A, Head Depth, inches 7/16
Dimension B, Head Width, inches 7/8
Dimension C, Length, inches 4 7/16

 

[mrshaun]

the specs on the fc72 are not correct. someone has not updated it yet.
36 teeth/ 72 teeth 4degrees ( 4.something) swing arc the
why is the swing arc on the wright so high/ it has 45 teeth Swing Arc 3/4"

 

[greenreese]

fcf72 i have it and love it, i prefer flex heads much more versatile

Yeah, I have an FC72 also and it is nice, however the FKF80s are a million times better. Faaaar more useful. I have two FKF80s and one FC72 and I wish I had just gotten a third FKF instead.

 

[00S4Boy]

So lets see specific comparison


Teeth
Length
Head Dia.
Gear Action

Wright
45
4 12/16"
27/32"
8°

Snap-on
72(dual paw 36)
4 7/16"
28/32"
5°

 

[Stick Figure]

fcf72 i have it and love it, i prefer flex heads much more versatile

I finally got mine a week ago, and do use it all the time. My only real complaint is that it isn't a locking flex

 

[06wt]

im not talking about length, the overall size and shape the wright is more compact on the business end. but ill still take my fcf72 over the 3430

 

[BB26]

I love Snap On. They make great stuff, obviously. But if I were you, I'd also consider the Wright posted above and the SK version.

They both have smaller heads for tighter access, and you can get them for around $20-30. The SK has very fine action with very low reverse resistance. I really like it.

Here are some pics:

I have this ratchet along with the long handle version (6.5'') and the flex head model as well. Great ratchets. I love the smooth feel of the mechanism.

 

[Flash21]

I love Snap On. They make great stuff, obviously. But if I were you, I'd also consider the Wright posted above and the SK version.

They both have smaller heads for tighter access, and you can get them for around $20-30. The SK has very fine action with very low reverse resistance. I really like it.

Here are some pics:

How many teeth does the SK have? I don't see that detail on their website.

 

[chadster1]

What about warranty on the SK ratchet? Are people still having problems getting repair kits for SK?

 

[wantedabiggergarage]

Does Wright have a flex handle version of the FCF?

 

[Flash21]

What about warranty on the SK ratchet? Are people still having problems getting repair kits for SK?

That is definetely a consideration; on something like this that you can pick up for cheap I consider it without warranty given SK's warranty policies of $5 per warranty and I think you owe shipping both ways to. With that said, I would probably buy 3 SKs for on Snap-On.

Both are still under consideration, as well as the FK80 / FKF80 that I posted about in the other thread.

 

[Flash21]

Does Wright have a flex handle version of the FCF?

I would also like to know...

 

[wantedabiggergarage]

I would also like to know...

Well, I got unlazy tonight. After helping a friend move a dead rider (OLD HEAVY sob), I came home and looked up Wrights site. Nope, no flex version, so for the cost (since I had both FC and FCF, stolen), I will probably get the Wright and the FCF80.

 

[Bart Simpson]

Does Wright have a flex handle version of the FCF?

They don't offer a pear head ratchet ,but If your meaning a flex version of there tiny little round head # 3430 ratchet then .....

Yes they do, it is part # 3440 .

Here is the online catalog,scroll down to page 138.
The specs are on page 139.
http://www.wrighttool.com/pub/catalog_e.pdf

They have the fixed head chrome # 3430 ratchet on the same page as well as a industrial finish one part # 33430.
They are all listed as having 45 teeth.

 

[Hiball]

They don't offer a pear head ratchet ,but If your meaning a flex version of there tiny little round head # 3430 ratchet then .....

Yes they do, it is part # 3440 .

Here is the online catalog,scroll down to page 138.
The specs are on page 139.
http://www.wrighttool.com/pub/catalog_e.pdf

They have the fixed head chrome # 3430 ratchet on the same page as well as a industrial finish one part # 33430.
They are all listed as having 45 teeth.

Yep 3440 is correct, I dont have one but will have in a few days.

 

[wantedabiggergarage]

I completely missed that. Hiball, since your close, is it from someplace fairly local?

 

[Hiball]

I completely missed that. Hiball, since your close, is it from someplace fairly local?

Pm sent...

 

[Hiball]

Ive owned both the Wright and Snappy fc72 . My thought is if your grabbing a 3/8 drive in a 1/4 body its because room to work is a issue and Wright wins hands down.

 

[Merkava_4]

Any SO ratchet is a good choice

I second this.

I third this.

 

[snapmom]

 

[Flash21]

Does the SK flex head ( PN 3767 ) have a index system like the Wright? I think I would before a free flowing design instead of a ball index setup like the Wright.

The Wright is listed as dual-pawl 41 tooth and a 4.5 degree swing arc though which is really good. I need to find out how many teeth the SK has.

http://www.skhandtool.com/Default.aspx?fusemode=10&pid=3767

 

[Flash21]

Found my SK Hand Tool Catalog:

SK's professional slim ratchets utilize a 1/4" drive ratchet body with 3/8" drive tang, improving access in tight compartments.

SK's professional ratchets boast a robust 36 tooth design for high strength and durability.


For swing arc, the Wright and SO win hands down.

 

[Flash21]

Yep 3440 is correct, I dont have one but will have in a few days.

Hiball - Can you please post some pictures to this thread when you get it?

BB26 / All - Can you please post some pictures to this thread of the 3767 SK?

All - Can anyone post pictures of the FCF72?

Thanks! Then I think we'll have all contenders for the compact flex head USA made ratchets pictured.

 

[BB26]

Hiball - Can you please post some pictures to this thread when you get it?

BB26 / All - Can you please post some pictures to this thread of the 3767 SK?

All - Can anyone post pictures of the FCF72?

Thanks! Then I think we'll have all contenders for the compact flex head USA made ratchets pictured.

I have the Wright flex ratchet in 1/4''. It is single pawl/45 teeth with 8 degrees of swing. Truly a beautiful piece. I can post some comparison pics of it and the SK flex this weekend. I believe the SK has more than 36 teeth, despite what the webiste says. I will check when I get home and post an update. The SK has a free flowing flex joint unlike the Wright, which has a ball/dimple design. I prefer the SK style, which is the same as SO.