Sockets & Drive Tools

Hand Tools

2012 Holiday Gift Pick Review: Craftsman 200-Piece Mechanics Tool Set

Dec 4, 2012 Stuart 3 Comments

Craftsman’s 200pc mechanics tool set offers a decent assortment of sockets and popular general purpose tools.

Hand Tools

Craftsman 80px Max Axess Socket Set

Dec 3, 2012 Stuart 8 Comments

Craftsman’s 80pc pass-thru Max Axess socket set includes an assortment of sockets and screwdriver bit sockets.

Hand Tools

Craftsman 56pc Universal Mechanics Tool Set Review

Nov 30, 2012 Stuart 16 Comments

Craftsman’s 56pc universal mechanics tool set comes with spline-style sockets, wrenches, and an assortment of useful bits and accessories.

Hand Tools

Kobalt Double Drive Ratchet Set with Free Bonus Bit Kit

Nov 1, 2012 Stuart 6 Comments

There’s a new online-only Kobalt Double Drive ratchet bonus set that comes with 50 extra screwdriver bits and a free pouch.

Hand Tools

Gearwrench 120XP Dual-Pawl Ratchet Disassembled

Oct 18, 2012 Stuart 25 Comments

Here’s a peak inside Gearwrench’s 120XP dual-pawl ratchet.

Hand Tools

Kobalt Double Drive Ratchet

Oct 11, 2012 Stuart 18 Comments

Kobalt new Double Drive ratchet features the same unique gearing that speeds up installation and removal of fasteners as last year’s popular Double Drive screwdriver.

Hand Tools

New Gearwrench 120-Position Ratchets

Oct 3, 2012 Stuart 12 Comments

Gearwrench has announced new 120-position sealed-head ratchets with narrow 3° return swings.

Hand Tools

Kobalt Xtreme Access Review

Jun 7, 2012 Stuart 14 Comments

Here’s the verdict on Kobalt’s 27pc Xtreme Access socket set, and my thoughts about the system as a whole.

Hand Tools

Kobalt Xtreme Access Socket Sets Buying Guide

May 28, 2012 Stuart 27 Comments

We’ve been asked quite a few questions about the new Kobalt Xtreme Access products. Hopefully this brief buying guide will help clear a couple of things up.

Hand Tools

Armstrong Maxx Locking Flex-Head Ratchet Review

May 21, 2012 Stephen K 9 Comments

Stephen K put together a very thorough review of Armstrong’s MAXX locking flex-head ratchet!

Hand Tools

New Gearwrench 84-Tooth Ratchets

May 18, 2012 Stuart 14 Comments

Gearwrench is bringing new 84-tooth ratchets to market, possibly later this month.

Hand Tools

New Kobalt Xtreme Access Sockets and Wrenches

May 16, 2012 Stuart 8 Comments

Kobalt’s new Xtreme Access tools are designed with universal spline drive profiles for a near all-in-one versatility.

Mechanics' Tools

Wera Zyklop and Koloss Ratchets Sale

Mar 19, 2012 Stuart 10 Comments

We’ve been keeping an eye on Wera’s Zyklop and Koloss ratchets and sockets sets on Amazon, and noticed a significant price drop over the weekend!

Hand Tools

Felo R-Go Ergonic Ratchet Socket Sets

Mar 12, 2012 Stuart 4 Comments

Felo is coming out with new compact ratchet and socket sets that feature their insanely comfortable Ergonic screwdriver handles!

Hand Tools

Craftsman Raised Panel Ratchets – Imported vs. USA Comparison

Feb 14, 2012 Stuart 46 Comments

New Craftsman raised-panel ratchets are made in China. Here’s how the ratchet designs have changed.

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