Who makes 6-point double box wrenches?

[MaximRecoil]

I saw some from S-K, but they were short wrenches. Maybe they have normal sized ones too, but S-K products are hard to get right now anyway.

Does anyone else make them (preferably affordable, which eliminates Snap-on, etc.)?

I would like to have a set of 6-point double box wrenches that have 2 sizes on each wrench, because I'd only have to buy half the number of wrenches, and 6-point combination wrenches would just give me a bunch of redundant open end wrench options (redundant because of all the 12-point combination wrenches I already have).

 

[mrholeshot]

What do you work on that requires you to use 6 point?

 

[MaximRecoil]

What do you work on that requires you to use 6 point?

Nothing comes to mind that requires it. I prefer using 6-point wrenches on hex nuts/bolts when possible (and it is usually possible) because they are actually made specifically for hex nuts/bolts, and they have a better grip on the nut/bolt than 12-point wrenches, all else being equal.

 

[84bimmer]

Nothing comes to mind that requires it. I prefer using 6-point wrenches on hex nuts/bolts when possible (and it is usually possible) because they are actually made specifically for hex nuts/bolts, and they have a better grip on the nut/bolt than 12-point wrenches, all else being equal.

I can understand the desire for more wrenches bud. But, in this case I think it may be a waste, there's gotta be other tools you need more. Just use a 6 pt socket where ever you can. But, to answer your ?, I think I used to use some 6 pt double box CMANS back in the day. They probably wouldn't make em' anymore. I have some 6 pt combo wrenches, I hate them, I never use them.

 

[GeorgiaHybrid]

And we are off and running again......

 

[MaximRecoil]

I can understand the desire for more wrenches bud. But, in this case I think it may be a waste, there's gotta be other tools you need more. Just use a 6 pt socket where ever you can. But, to answer your ?, I think I used to use some 6 pt double box CMANS back in the day. They probably wouldn't make em' anymore.

Not a waste. If I had 6-point box wrenches, my 12-combination wrenches would collect dust probably 90% of the time (10% of the time is about how often I estimate that neither a 6-point socket nor a 6-point box wrench could be used, thus having to resort to a 12-point box or open end).

I have some 6 pt combo wrenches, I hate them, I never use them.

What brand are they and what sort of condition are they in?

 

[treasureseeker]

I sent in a 6 point SAE Snap On long double box wrench for warranty and got back a 12 point. I can't find them on the Snap On site. Has the design of the newer 12 points eliminated the need for 6 points? When I started out working on Old American cars I needed the 6 points a lot.

 

[MaximRecoil]

And we are off and running again......

If this turns into an argument about 12-point vs. 6-point, it is not my fault. I simply asked who makes some wrenches that I want. There are far too many people on this forum who feel it is their duty to challenge people's personal preferences (Edit: well, not just this forum, it happens everywhere).

The same thing happened when I asked about the ell wrench; I got all sorts of comments like, "Why would you want that? Just get a breaker bar." If I want something, I want it; and lots of luck to anyone trying to convince me that I don't want something after I've already made it clear that I do want said something.

 

[Thumper]

Cornwell........I know they used to

 

[mrholeshot]

Not a challange. Just wondering if you were working with a soft metal like aluminum or brass. If you are working with steel I think you may be underestimating how well most quality 12 point wrenches grip. But you want what you want. You may want to look for a set of older Craftsman or Snap-On 6 point double box ends. The way the newer wrenches grip on the bolt flats it has just about made 6 point wrenches obsolete. Keep your eye on ebay. I'm sure a set will show up and they normally go pretty cheap

Here is a start to your set

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Snap...t=Motors_Automotive_Tools&hash=item53e66c3ac2

 

[matthew]

I believe Nepros makes some nice ones, but their website seems to be just a placeholder until it's redone.

Definitely not a common request to have wrenches like that, but I would think long handles and 6 points would be ideal for holding the other side of a fastener you're using an impact wrench on.

 

[trout]

I don't know, but if they have a deep offset I'd be interested as well.

I love my 6pt combos.

 

[84bimmer]

What brand are they and what sort of condition are they in?

Something like this. They came in a 200 and some piece kit a few years ago.
http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00947237000P?prdNo=10
I don't use any CMAN wrenches anymore, but for a long time all I had were these and some CMAN RP 12 pts. I always used the 12pts.

I haven't rounded a head since I stopped using my Dads old wrenches. I only suggested it may be a waste, because as Holeshot mentioned, 12 pts have come a long way. They are not what they used to be. I don't know you, but many people out there aren't aware of newer technology like flank drive and whatever else. I just try to give the best advice I can, there's lots of stuff I don't know. That is why we're all here. I can understand if you would want to use a 6 pt more often. Generally I use 6 pt sockets, just out of old habit, but that's different, your ratchet creates access. For me though, a quality 12 pt wrench beats out any 6 pt wrench all the time, because of the greater accessibility in today's smaller, lower, and tighter engine compartments. I don't aim to persuade, ultimately I don't care what you use. I'm just trying to be helpful.

 

[MaximRecoil]

I don't aim to persuade, ultimately I don't care what you use. I'm just trying to be helpful.

It's no problem; I just like using 6-point wrenches and sockets on hex-head fasteners whenever possible; it is not that I don't think a good 12-point can get the job done.

 

[johnsdeere850j]

Hey I am big on 6 point too... I dont know about the double box end.... hard to find.... but I do own all the 6 point box end wrenches that craftsman sells, i like to think they have saved me from some rounded fasteners...

 

[Skin]

the way i see it the problem with 6pt wrenches in the todays world is modern 12pt engages the fasteners away from the edge anyway making the 6pt a little moot. Add to this that you cant get tons of leverage on a wrench and if you've resorted to one its probably because of space issues [in which case again a 12pt wins] and there really isnt a whole lot of need for 6pt box end wrenches anymore.

With that said if you're set on finding a set i know Cornwell and MAC at least use to make long pattern double box wrenches in 6pt. MAC also had long pattern 6pt combos. Not sure if they still make them.

 

[tonydanzah]

nepros has some really nice 6pt double box

 

[Skin]

nepros has some really nice 6pt double box

unless i'm mistaken they were only in JIS sizes?

 

[84bimmer]

It's no problem; I just like using 6-point wrenches and sockets on hex-head fasteners whenever possible; it is not that I don't think a good 12-point can get the job done.

So, I went out to my shop and pulled out the Mac Tools full line catalog and looked through the wrenches. They make 6 pt combos both standard and long pattern, in SAE & Metric. They also have 6 pt Mac Edge combo ratcheting wrenches. And I found these Mac Edge Double Box 6 pt ratcheting wrenches....
http://www.mactools.com/Product/tabid/120/productid/320152/variantid/310911/Default.aspx

 

[Rickster]

love the 6 point's

 

[AZ_Catskinner]

I've got a set of 6 point Craftsman ratcheting box ends (from probably about 20 years ago), and I've seen non ratcheting versions somewhere recently, though I can't tell you where or if they were worth the powder to blow them to hell.

 

[amolaver]

i prefer 6pt as well but unfortunately can't help in the double box search. i did recently pick up a set of gearwrench 6pt NON-ratcheting combo wrenches - 14pc (6-19mm no skips) http://www.toolsource.com/full-polish-combination-nonratcheting-wrench-metric-14pc-p-111493.html for ~$43. they have KD/gearwrench's flank drive-type 'technology' on the open end as well.

i have discovered that what i thought was my dislike of 12pt box ends is actually a dislike of the 15 degree offset of most combo wrenches. i have since started using a set of genius 0 degree double boxes (12pt) and LOVE them. in fact, i like them so much i think i'm going to add a set of gearwrench's double box where one end is a ratcheter and the other is fixed - http://www.tooltopia.com/gearwrench-85988.aspx.

you can't use the zero offset everywhere, but even after just a few jobs with them over the last couple of weeks, i foresee them being an indispensable part of my kit. if you haven't tried them, i suggest you give them a whirl and see if their 12pt isn't as bothersome.

ahm

 

[TDITS]

I don't know if they are available yet, but I was just looking at the SK web site. They show 6 point double box end wrenches.