Snap On or Matco striking pry bars

[DrBaker]

I'm looking at sets of pry bars. These are Craigslist finds which helps keep the cost down.

The SO is a new 4pc set 8"-24". The other option is a similar new Matco 4pc set plus a 36".

Both sets are same price. Is the Snap On 4pc set worth it over a Matco 4+1pc set?

 

[lazer50]

The snap on are usa made! These days the matco is likely taiwan!

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[lazer50]

Are they strikng pry bars

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[lazer50]

I guess they are,im not used. To tapatalk lol.

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[lazer50]

I would buythe snap on ,hands down!

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[DrBaker]

Yes they are striking.

 

[DrBaker]

I was leaning toward the SO, but getting the extra 36" with the Matco set sure sounds appealing. If the SO are better quality, I would rather buy once.

 

[mlum6969]

get the snap on.

 

[T45]

buy once....others can be added from mayhew and others....zoro sales, bogo etc.

 

[gdocktor3]

I'd get the Matco set. That 36" bar could come in real handy and buying one from a reputable brand such as Matco or SO will cost a pretty penny. I'm assuming this is the set and it has good reviews. https://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/PBSG4A/4-piece-green-heavy-duty-pry-bar-set/

 

[anndel]

Mayhew or Snap Ons. I have both and they hold up to some serious pounding.

 

[DrBaker]

I'd get the Matco set. That 36" bar could come in real handy and buying one from a reputable brand such as Matco or SO will cost a pretty penny. I'm assuming this is the set and it has good reviews. https://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/PBSG4A/4-piece-green-heavy-duty-pry-bar-set/

Yes, that's the set.

 

[shockwave]

Matco is USA made relabeled mayhew with different handle
Snap on I love but there plastic handles are prone to cracking with square handles atleast I don't like the new crown handles too much

Plastic is easy to clean but prone to cracking matco or mayhew attract oils but hold up to hammer blows much better

Look at mayhew is my opinion on price and longevity I use the 36 and 42 snap ons most compared to smaller sizes

 

[Hammer1963]

Get the Matco set. They are very, very good. Leave COO out of the decision. You are looking at used items. The only benefactors in the transaction are you and the independent seller.

 

[Finky198]

I have 10 of my own 4 or 5 more around the shop all Snap On. They are tough I've only broken one being the 24" curve tip.... They are a once in lifetime investment. I use and abuse mine they still look new just wipe them off and oil them. The 4pc set will do all general maintenance. I will say being a lighter individual working on larger stuff. I use my 36"s, 48", and our shops big 9' rock bar... often

 

[ADSR]

I'd buy the Canadian made ones for under 20 bucks.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=228370&showall=1

 

[Wamsutta]

You mean Snap-on doesn't make the pry bars with the screwdriver handles no more?

 

[WhiffySpark]

You mean Snap-on doesn't make the pry bars with the screwdriver handles no more?

Don't think so. Drivers have some floating around.

I have all 3 sets. My Matcos came home after a month I don't trust them.

 

[cliftonbros89]

I have Snap On and really like them. No complaints. I have a big Matco one in my service truck. It's not bad either. I like my Snap On handles better if that makes a difference. Other than that they're both pretty good. I have CMan branded Wilde pry bars. Nonstriking cap set. They're ok. I'm a fan of Wilde just not so much their prybars. A little too much flex and I don't care for how thick the prying end is.

 

[bcradio]

Very nice set you got. Like the green

 

[kctyphoon]

The craftsman professional ones are pretty nice.

The non pro striking models are on sale for only $23
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-3-pc-pry-bar-set/p-00943395000P

The pro set is on sale for $40
http://www.sears.com/craftsman-prof...SellerId=Sears&prdNo=2&blockNo=2&blockType=G2

 

[Twin Cam VW]

I've had the Matco set for over a year now, each of them have seen a bunch of use in my shop and they have never let me down. I got the set when they were on sale, can't remember how much I paid but they were worth the money.

 

[Wamsutta]

Don't think so. Drivers have some floating around.

I have all 3 sets. My Matcos came home after a month I don't trust them.

Apparently you're correct. I looked at the online the digital catalog and although the picture is still there, the pry bars are no longer available.