THE best single socket set -- DeWalt 192 piece -- $150

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192-Piece DeWALT Mechanics Tool Set (Standard / SAE & Metric Combination) $149 + Free Shipping

Amazon has 192-Piece DeWALT Mechanics Tool Set (Standard / SAE & Metric Combination, DWMT75049) for $149. Shipping is free. Home Depot also has 192-Piece DeWALT Mechanics Tool Set (Standard ...

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I honest think that if you only want one set, this is the one to get.

 

[XJPat]

That is a great kit, agree Dewalt mechanics sets are highly underrated. I personally have this set and got it because of the wrenches.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GK8ULY6/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[nbpt100]

Looks like a nice and fairly complete 1/4 and 3/8 drive set in a compact hard case. Someone may say it skips the 5.5mm. That does not bother me too much as the 7/32 often works. Did anyone else notice it comes with a 1/2 drive ratchet but no 1/2 drive sockets? Am I missing something?

I have never used Dewalt ratchets. Can anyone say if they are the same or close to another ratchet in the SBD family?

 

[JeepYJ]

My teenage son received this set last year for Christmas. Great value for the cost. The ratchets are heavy but work just fine. For $150 that’s a steal.

 

[retDAC]

Looks like a nice and fairly complete 1/4 and 3/8 drive set in a compact hard case. Someone may say it skips the 5.5mm. That does not bother me too much as the 7/32 often works. Did anyone else notice it comes with a 1/2 drive ratchet but no 1/2 drive sockets? Am I missing something?

I have never used Dewalt ratchets. Can anyone say if they are the same or close to another ratchet in the SBD family?

The Amazon ad is wrong. Does have 1/2" sockets:

192 pc Mechanics Tools Set | DEWALT

With the 192 Piece Mechanics Tool Set, you can be sure you have the right tool for the job. The set includes three Pear Head ratchets and a variety of sockets, extensions, universal joints and ...

www.dewalt.com

 

[sc105b]

I have this set and it really is great for the money.
Was a lot better last year when Farm and Fleet had it for $99 with free shipping.

 

[alpinewhite]

How come there's no 20mm? I did some calculation and there's no exact SAE equivalent.

 

[Chrome Vanadium Cody]

It is just a rare size to run into

 

[Exporter]

Would you guys recommend the Dewalt 192pc or the Pittsburg 301pc set? This is for a 17yo who enjoys working on cars and bikes regularly and would be their first set.

 

[MOS3522]

Still $149 at Amazon

DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 192-Piece (DWMT75049) - - Amazon.com

DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 192-Piece (DWMT75049) - - Amazon.com

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[f121]

How come there's no 20mm? I did some calculation and there's no exact SAE equivalent.

Have you ever come across a 20mm?

This seems like a lot of socket set for $150

 

[qqzj]

How come there's no 20mm? I did some calculation and there's no exact SAE equivalent.

20mm and 23mm are really rarely used. You don't want one if you can use the same space for something else more useful. A set of tools in a box is not the same as a 'master' set. Tool box sets are supposed to contain the most useful ones.

 

[qqzj]

This set is so great because of several reasons.

1. All 6 points. IMHO, 12 points sockets are dangerous as hell. I am in California and I won't touch them.
2. Very comprehensive. Essentially covers all common sizes we actually use. The only one I once used not included is a 5.5mm one. I have never used 4.5mm socket.
3. Attention to details. Sockets of different sizes are of different height. That is very rare. I think most Tekton or GearWrench and others have one universal height for most of their sockets. These DeWalts are nicer in this aspect.

 

[driftpin]

Anniversary celebration of the Home Depot socket set from a year ago. They kept dropping the price, I'd just bring in my original ~$90 receipt, and they would refund me the difference. I think it went down to something like $57.

 

[nbpt100]

Would you guys recommend the Dewalt 192pc or the Pittsburg 301pc set? This is for a 17yo who enjoys working on cars and bikes regularly and would be their first set.

Niether right now. Not that they are bad choices. But I think with some of the deals at the Box stores there are better options. For about $100 you can get a more comprehensive set at HD. Look at the Huskey tool box products. Easier warranty process than Dewalt. Similar as HF. I would say around the same quality as Pitts. I own some Huskey tools and I would say the ratchets are better than Pitts.

Husky Mechanics Tool Set (270-Piece) H270MTSRM - The Home Depot

The Husky 270-piece 1/4 in, 3/8 in. and 1/2 in. drive Mechanics Tool Set offers a comprehensive selection of tools for the professional or DIY-mechanic's workshop. Packed into a handy storage case with

www.homedepot.com

This is a 17 year old kid not a pro. I would think he would appreciate having more tools than having the best quality and not having some other common tools. The Quality of Husky is good enough for the DIYer. If he really likes wrenching he has plenty of time to upgrade or add to his collection. If not, he still has a decent enough set as a DIyer.

As far as 12pt vs 6 pt. This set has both. 12 point have their pros in some cases and of course cons. Many other threads here get into this very well.

I have never seen a 20 or 23 mm hex nut. I know they are out there. If you were to Poll the GJ population I would bet those who ever needed such sizes is less than 5%. Someone correct me if this assumption is way off. Please, I wont be offened.

Just my 2 cents.

 

[drtyler]

Niether right now. Not that they are bad choices. But I think with some of the deals at the Box stores there are better options. For about $100 you can get a more comprehensive set at HD. Look at the Huskey tool box products. Easier warranty process than Dewalt. Similar as HF. I would say around the same quality as Pitts. I own some Huskey tools and I would say the ratchets are better than Pitts.

Husky Mechanics Tool Set (270-Piece) H270MTSRM - The Home Depot

The Husky 270-piece 1/4 in, 3/8 in. and 1/2 in. drive Mechanics Tool Set offers a comprehensive selection of tools for the professional or DIY-mechanic's workshop. Packed into a handy storage case with

www.homedepot.com

This is a 17 year old kid not a pro. I would think he would appreciate having more tools than having the best quality and not having some other common tools. The Quality of Husky is good enough for the DIYer. If he really likes wrenching he has plenty of time to upgrade or add to his collection. If not, he still has a decent enough set as a DIyer.

As far as 12pt vs 6 pt. This set has both. 12 point have their pros in some cases and of course cons. Many other threads here get into this very well.

I have never seen a 20 or 23 mm hex nut. I know they are out there. If you were to Poll the GJ population I would bet those who ever needed such sizes is less than 5%. Someone correct me if this assumption is way off. Please, I wont be offened.

Just my 2 cents.

That's not bad, but it's missing a lot of 1/2" drive sockets to have 270 pieces. I haven't seen any 20mm hex nuts and only a handful of 23mm. But I have seen plenty of 21mm and 22mm.

If I read the spec sheet correctly, the largest 1/2" drive metric socket is 19mm. HD needs to do better than that. Needs to at least have 21mm and 22mm sockets. And 23, 24, 27 would be preferred as well. BUT the set is a good starting point for $100.

The Husky ratchets are pretty nice. Some of my favorite and hard to argue with their price point.

 

[nbpt100]

That's not bad, but it's missing a lot of 1/2" drive sockets to have 270 pieces. I haven't seen any 20mm hex nuts and only a handful of 23mm. But I have seen plenty of 21mm and 22mm.

If I read the spec sheet correctly, the largest 1/2" drive metric socket is 19mm. HD needs to do better than that. Needs to at least have 21mm and 22mm sockets. And 23, 24, 27 would be preferred as well. BUT the set is a good starting point for $100.

The Husky ratchets are pretty nice. Some of my favorite and hard to argue with their price point.

I agree with your assessment about the 1/2" sockets and more sizes. You can make the same comment about needing more deep sockets. This set is far from complete.

However, in the context of the question comparing the $150 Pitts to the $150 Dewalt as a starter set for a 17 yr old kid, I think this is still the better choice.

There have been a number of threads on here about how many people rarely or never use 1/2" drive. I am not saying you should or should not use them. There are obvious applicaitons. I think people are rightly saying you can do a **** load with out them. You can even remove lug nuts with 3/8.

Other than wheel lug nuts, fly wheel nuts and mower blade nuts I hardly every use 1/2 drive. And those are with my 1/2" impacts sockets.

 

[Innovate1]

I am looking for a set for the other garage so I have most of my bases covered both places but don't need a huge set. Just picked up a dewalt 108 pc set for $70 at Rural King that looked like a good deal but the $99 Husky 270 pc set is much more for only $30 more and includes wrenches which I was needing too. Think I will be taking the Dewalt back.

 

[snickers muncher]

DeWALT 247 pc. Mechanics Tool Set, DWMT81535

$150 at TSC and contains some wrenches

https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/dewalt-274-piece-mechanics-tool-set-dwmt81535-1496854?cid=EMAIL-ALL-weeklyStatic12212022-%20Week51DeWALTToolSet%20&utm_source=email&mi_u=100099208853&mi_ign=weeklyStatic12212022&OFFERID=234870&offerlocation=Split2_R&mailing_name=weeklyStatic12212022#

 

[Innovate1]

I am looking for a set for the other garage so I have most of my bases covered both places but don't need a huge set. Just picked up a dewalt 108 pc set for $70 at Rural King that looked like a good deal but the $99 Husky 270 pc set is much more for only $30 more and includes wrenches which I was needing too. Think I will be taking the Dewalt back.

And I even got the 10% off vet discount! I have been surprised to get the discount on things that are on special - maybe not every time but often.

 

[jrsavoie]

Have you ever come across a 20mm?

This seems like a lot of socket set for $150

I have used 20 mm quite a lot. Not sure for what, but I ordered sockets and wrenches because I was in need. - probably for the same equipment each time. I don't remember, But it was several times.

I am looking for advice on what to buy for me.
We have a Pittsburgh/HF set of sockets and ratchets that I bought for my wife, quite a few years ago. It's a very complete set. No garbage that you don't use included.
I only added a few tools to it.
A 1/4" nut driver that doubles as an extension. 1/4" drive 15 mm, 6 point short well, a bigger male torx socket and a female torx that we needed.
It doesn't have the cheap Allen wrenches and 1/4" hex drivers to get the count up.
The 12 point sockets rarely get used.
It seems it could use some square and/or 8 point sockets.

The set hasn't been available for years. We've been looking for another for a long time.

We're looking for a set to carry in the truck.

And I'm waffling around between all the sets mentioned.

I'm interested in decent quality tools. I consider the Pittsburgh set we have to be decent quality. For certain stuff, I have certain higher grade tools I prefer, but those can be added.

I haven't bought many tools for a long time. Only a replacement or single here and there. Usually an eBay SnapOn or similar. Our new SnapOn guy isn't as easy to get a hold of as the retired guy was. I haven't bought a tool from the new guy.

I'm having trouble ciphering out the differences by between the husky 270 piece set, and the DeWalt 247 pc & 192 pc. Sets.

I'd like as much quality as possible with as little dead weight. - 12 points, cheesey Allen wrenches, non magnetic hex drivers, driver bits and such that are added to up the tool count

What would you think would be the best set for me?

 

[MOS3522]

I didn't need it but I ordered one of those DeWalt sets. It's really nice. I can't see ever needing another non-impact socket ever again.

 

[jrsavoie]

I didn't need it but I ordered one of those DeWalt sets. It's really nice. I can't see ever needing another non-impact socket ever again.

I buy more just to have some stashed across the property and vehicles.
It's not worth walking 400 yards to get a 3/4" socket.
If I can buy an extra to keep at the other building. Not to mention the time wasted.
And then there's the times you get to the building with the most tools, grab something else you need because you saw it and forget what you were supposed to get. Then have to make another round trip

 

[bscman]

We're looking for a set to carry in the truck.

And I'm waffling around between all the sets mentioned.

I'm having trouble ciphering out the differences by between the husky 270 piece set, and the DeWalt 247 pc & 192 pc. Sets.

I was in the same a couple years ago. I couldn't find the craftsman set I had purchased ears ago, and everything else was full of some useful tools and some junk.

I ended up with a kobalt set on sale for Black Friday (although today that dewalt 247pc looks appealing).

I removed about 1/4 of the filler, put all the sockets on rails, and stuffed them all in a canvas tool bag. It took up WAY less space than the blowmold case, and gave me more room to also add wire strippers, pliers, electrical tape, zip ties, punches and a hammer, etc. It takes a bit longer to find what you need, but soncenits a seldom used kit the space savings is highly appreciated.

I might just add that 247pc kit to the cabin tools collection.

 

[MOS3522]

I was in the same a couple years ago. I couldn't find the craftsman set I had purchased ears ago, and everything else was full of some useful tools and some junk.

I ended up with a kobalt set on sale for Black Friday (although today that dewalt 247pc looks appealing).

I removed about 1/4 of the filler, put all the sockets on rails, and stuffed them all in a canvas tool bag. It took up WAY less space than the blowmold case, and gave me more room to also add wire strippers, pliers, electrical tape, zip ties, punches and a hammer, etc. It takes a bit longer to find what you need, but soncenits a seldom used kit the space savings is highly appreciated.

I might just add that 247pc kit to the cabin tools collection.

Yeah I am not sure what to do with that giant plastic case. It takes up a whole drawer in the roll cab, if I moved everything to socket rails it would be half the space.