Tekton introducing comfort grip ratchets
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bubinga
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l guess you beat me to it?
Here's a link. They look nice, seems reasonable, $$ wise too.
www.tekton.com
Here's a link. They look nice, seems reasonable, $$ wise too.
3/8 Inch Drive Quick-Release Comfort Grip Ratchet Set (3-Piece) | SRH99116 | TEKTON
Includes: 8, 12 (flex), and 18 inch long 3/8 inch drive ratchets. 90-tooth gear and 4-degree swing. Ultra-compact head. Extra long high-leverage handle with comfort grip. SRH99116.
Fedwrench
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I wish they weren't quick release. I also want to know more about the handle material. they look nice though. 
freudianfloyd
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Can you give me an example of when a quick release ratchet is bad? I have always preferred them, and they make removing sockets with greasy hands so much easier.I wish they weren't quick release. I also want to know more about the handle material. they look nice though.
I am not personally interested in their comfort grip ratchets, I did message them asking if they plan to introduce a hard handled ratchet version and they said "We currently don't have any set plans to offer our ratchets in the hard handles at this time." So that is kind of unfortunate.
SILVERPLATE
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Wish they were US made instead of Twain.
Fedwrench
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personal preference. I think the quick release weakens the square drive. I don't care for the quick release button sticking out on some models. Some guys prefer blondes while others like red heads. Just personal choice.
bubinga
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Yeah, it probably would weaken the square drive.
That's why l picked non quick release on my 24" Tekton 1/2" drive ratchet.
Fedwrench
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these hit Tekton's website today 3/30/22. Did anyone else pop for a set?
KnurledNut
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Thats pretty amazing they kept the price the same as the classic handle.
Comfort handles almost always seem to come with an up-charge.
Im not a big Tekton fan, but good for them. I hope these do well. It seems they put a lot of R&D into the handle engineering.
Yes...will post up picture and thoughts when I receive.
The handles look like the newer Craftsman stuff with the soft grip. I may try one in the future, but they only have 3/8" at the moment.
www.tekton.com
3/8 Inch Drive Quick-Release Comfort Grip Ratchet Set (3-Piece) | SRH99116 | TEKTON
Includes: 8, 12 (flex), and 18 inch long 3/8 inch drive ratchets. 90-tooth gear and 4-degree swing. Ultra-compact head. Extra long high-leverage handle with comfort grip. SRH99116.
Legion Prime
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Tight quarters when the "quick" release button gets in the way, or gets depressed and goodbye socket/extension. I've never understood how adding in a button press makes pulling the socket off "quicker." I've also twisted off non-QR square drives both 3/8" & 1/2" without power tools or cheaters, I'll pass on hollowed out ones.
I see they are available now. I'm sooo tempted but I just have far too many ratchets now for a basic home shop. I would like to hear some commentary on the handle texture, firmness and overall feel though. I really like the action of the four Tekton ratchets that I have. I'm not crazy about the handle though.
I'm trying to control my ratchet population, but I'll be interested in hearing about these...
Raineman
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Same here. I'll probably order one along with a 6-in-1 handle and make my own....AGAIN.
I'm also NOT a fan of quick release ratchets.
Hey, did anyone else notice that their swivel head ratchets are no longer listed on their website?
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Draftpick1
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Like others have said to each there own but I like quick release, I have had to pry off sockets on matco, and snap on ratchets.
Raineman
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My preference has nothing to do with getting a socket off, it has to do with the socket or extension falling off when I don't want it to if I am palming the ratchet head, and, mainly, for clearance working in tight spaces. They have their place, just not so much for me. If I have to wrestle a socket off a ratchet, I usually fix the ratchet or toss it, the offending socket, or both, in the scrap bin.
ptgarcia
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Busted_Knuckles
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These arrived at my door today. I ordered them yesterday.. they always seem to get my orders shipped same day, and Fedex Ground always seems to get them to me the next day, Im about 250 miles from GR ? Id guess.
The handles are a " sticky " plastic that you can get a good grip on. Id have to imagine they will also attract grime.
The handles are a " sticky " plastic that you can get a good grip on. Id have to imagine they will also attract grime.
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Busted_Knuckles
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Im mostly in drive train on the bench, so I love quick release and fume when Im not using quick release ratchets. So clearly this is a " one size does not fit all ".
They will if you willing to pay Snap On prices.
Then buy Snap On
SILVERPLATE
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I would.
SILVERPLATE
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To hard to find a truck when your home user.Then buy Snap On
Busted_Knuckles
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I got this in an email earlier in March. I think maybe the geo politcal temprature at the moment, might be moving them to find subcontrators anywhere but in Taiwan.
Busted_Knuckles
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This was shared in the same tekton email as well, I really like hearing this from a company that I buy from..
Its factual, as well as true.
Unlike the scum bags that sell allot of stuff with the USA flag on it, and states on the box " Assembled in the USA from Worldwide sourced Components " +- ...
Basically, they screw two halves together, shove it a box and suddenly a Chi-Com POS is pushed off, on those that cant read, as being " American ".
Ive seen some videos of companies making " USA " made power tools, and literally, that is what they do. The whole thing is China junk, shipped here 99.8% finished, just put two halves together and call it American made.
Its factual, as well as true.
Unlike the scum bags that sell allot of stuff with the USA flag on it, and states on the box " Assembled in the USA from Worldwide sourced Components " +- ...
Basically, they screw two halves together, shove it a box and suddenly a Chi-Com POS is pushed off, on those that cant read, as being " American ".
Ive seen some videos of companies making " USA " made power tools, and literally, that is what they do. The whole thing is China junk, shipped here 99.8% finished, just put two halves together and call it American made.
The brown tool truck runs every weekday with deliveries from snapon.com
They'll deal with you remote (from HQ)
bubinga
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It Is!
Heck, a few places l worked, you couldn't get a truck to come around.
bubinga
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They have been wonderful with me for warranty service since I'm retired!They'll deal with you remote (from HQ)
Re; COO, as long as it's made well, I'm fine with Tiwan made.
I purchased the regular length 3/8" drive with comfort grip, and it arrived today with a small order I placed (also rx'd hard handle torx driver, 21 mm deep socket, long #2 screwdriver).
Time will tell how well it holds up, but it's a nice ratchet. The comfort grip isn't hard. Wouldn't call it squishy either, but it is sticky or grippy. Seems ok, but like a previous poster mentioned it may attract grime. Not a big deal to me.
I still think a lot of the Tekton ratchets and sockets are overpriced, but I have to admit this ratchet is ok. Very little back drag and feels good in use. The head is surprisingly compact. It's quite a bit smaller than the Hazet 8816HPS (newer 90T design) that I have been using lately. Considering that a comparable Snap-on, Hazet, or Stahlwille is over twice the cost, there is some value here for what is likely a quality tool.
Time will tell how well it holds up, but it's a nice ratchet. The comfort grip isn't hard. Wouldn't call it squishy either, but it is sticky or grippy. Seems ok, but like a previous poster mentioned it may attract grime. Not a big deal to me.
I still think a lot of the Tekton ratchets and sockets are overpriced, but I have to admit this ratchet is ok. Very little back drag and feels good in use. The head is surprisingly compact. It's quite a bit smaller than the Hazet 8816HPS (newer 90T design) that I have been using lately. Considering that a comparable Snap-on, Hazet, or Stahlwille is over twice the cost, there is some value here for what is likely a quality tool.
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