I am on my 3rd 10mm 3/8 drive socket in 16 years. Still have my original 13mm.
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Why I choose Snap On
- Thread starter emrock32
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I am on my 3rd 10mm 3/8 drive socket in 16 years. Still have my original 13mm.
These are the responses that I really wanted by actually posting this thread. I love other people's opinions, besides my small experience, on what people like; and why. I have been a die hard snap on fan. But I bought sockets from Mac that have a socket set that can still turn a nut/bolt that is 70% stripped, and still loosen/tighten. I actually prefer these sockets, and will probably replace more, with these.
I want to know that you prefer, and id certainly like to Try the differences. That's why I am asking and explaining my circumstances of why I am against some.
Just because it irritated me, I don't really care if it is private.
From Fort Wayne Indiana at the Glenbrook mall, Sears. Some young gun and it's associate that worked the counter. I'll go back in to see if they are still there to try to get personal names if so need to be.
I want to know that you prefer, and id certainly like to Try the differences. That's why I am asking and explaining my circumstances of why I am against some.
Could you PM me the Sears store location/address, the store general managers name and the date of this incident. This is a violation of sears policy.
I have family that works for sears and may be able to help
Just because it irritated me, I don't really care if it is private.
From Fort Wayne Indiana at the Glenbrook mall, Sears. Some young gun and it's associate that worked the counter. I'll go back in to see if they are still there to try to get personal names if so need to be.
Good thread. I have been a dealer tech since 1987. I have used a lot of different tools over the years. I learned a long time ago that trying to save money by getting cheaper tools can end up costing more in the long run. I prefer Snap on for most things. I have only regretted 1 thing I bought and that was a 1/2 in impact, I think it was an IM510? It was always broken. IR for impacts ever since. But SO for air ratchets,FAR72? I have 3 and many scars on my knuckles from them.
I have some Mac and Cornwell but since I haven't had any dealers in years, I don't have much. They are fine tools also. I also have a lot of Matco, I think most of their stuff is ok. I know some people like to bash SO for being expensive but here's something to think about.
SO 3/8 dual 80 flex head soft handle locking $142.95 http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item...roup_ID=682403&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog
Matco 3/8 88 tooth flex head soft handle,locking $145.55 http://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/BFR128LFTG/3-8-DRIVE-88-TOOTH-LOCKING-FLEX-RATCHET-GREEN/
Pretty similar ratchets. Not really, I have them both and the SO is so much nicer.It's smoother, head is sealed, it doesn't switch directions when you torque on it,and the bolt breaks loose, its just a really nice ratchet.
The Matco on the other hand, has a bit of play in the head,is held together with a snap ring, you can see corners were cut, it's still a good ratchet but it's not worth the same money as the SO.
I'm not trying to pick on Matco. I have plenty of money invested in their tools. My point is while there are other companies that make really good tools, I think that Snap on just makes them a little better. I have SO sockets from 1987 that I still use regularly. Besides the impact, I have never looked at any of my SO tools with any regrets about buying them or the price I paid.
I also have a bunch of Craftsman stuff at home but honestly, I don't like using any of it. I guess I'm spoiled, I have a bunch of SO tools at home also.But that's just my opinion. As far as I'm concerned, any tool that can get the job done is a good tool.And anyone who disagrees with me is entitled to their opinion and thats fine. I'm not trying to say Snap on is the best. I'm just saying Snap on is what I like.
I have some Mac and Cornwell but since I haven't had any dealers in years, I don't have much. They are fine tools also. I also have a lot of Matco, I think most of their stuff is ok. I know some people like to bash SO for being expensive but here's something to think about.
SO 3/8 dual 80 flex head soft handle locking $142.95 http://buy1.snapon.com/catalog/item...roup_ID=682403&store=snapon-store&dir=catalog
Matco 3/8 88 tooth flex head soft handle,locking $145.55 http://www.matcotools.com/catalog/product/BFR128LFTG/3-8-DRIVE-88-TOOTH-LOCKING-FLEX-RATCHET-GREEN/
Pretty similar ratchets. Not really, I have them both and the SO is so much nicer.It's smoother, head is sealed, it doesn't switch directions when you torque on it,and the bolt breaks loose, its just a really nice ratchet.
The Matco on the other hand, has a bit of play in the head,is held together with a snap ring, you can see corners were cut, it's still a good ratchet but it's not worth the same money as the SO.
I'm not trying to pick on Matco. I have plenty of money invested in their tools. My point is while there are other companies that make really good tools, I think that Snap on just makes them a little better. I have SO sockets from 1987 that I still use regularly. Besides the impact, I have never looked at any of my SO tools with any regrets about buying them or the price I paid.
I also have a bunch of Craftsman stuff at home but honestly, I don't like using any of it. I guess I'm spoiled, I have a bunch of SO tools at home also.But that's just my opinion. As far as I'm concerned, any tool that can get the job done is a good tool.And anyone who disagrees with me is entitled to their opinion and thats fine. I'm not trying to say Snap on is the best. I'm just saying Snap on is what I like.
PowerGenGuy
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The cost of some tools often plays a part in my decision in tool purchase. But I am a careful buyer, I try to do my homework B4 espensive purchases on tools. When I blow through a screwdriver, faster then I deem warrented, i try a different brand. When a particular brand stands the test of time, gradually other screwdrivers will get replaced with that brand. I have a big selection of tools that i use daily, and I have a lot of brands. My tools are well used, but not abused. Often I am in the middle of nowhere repairing something, and it is a habit to just use the right tool for the job. Often my tool replacements are due to losing a tool. How many times have I replaced 10mm sockets because I misplaced(usually temporarily)? My tools are always clean, or get cleaned, but I am not a tool polisher. My tools are spread out in about 6 different hand boxes in my service truck, each box serving different purposes. I have brand preferences, and brands that I stay clear of. When I stay clear of a particular brand it is because of bad past experience. For the daily tools I am more mindful of the tools quality when purchasing, leaning to the tried tested and true. For the less used tools, my money stays in the wallet, but still I buy good stuff, just not nec. the cream at the top. Ease of warrenty is part of the decision, but I very rarely warrenty. (I used to warrenty CT stuff, but I won't use that stuff anymore, I still use CT wrenches and sockets though, never needed to warrenty them.) This was just a long way of saying, I do chose SO on some things, and will chose other brands for other things. SO is not the only good tool maker out there, just comes down to personal pref., and money. Cheers!