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(More customer reviews)The Grip-Tite is a unique 6-point socket with long rectangular metal pins held in place in each corner of the socket by a plastic retainer anchored at the base of the socket's inner wall. Under load it looks as if the pins are designed to slide a little and be forced inward against the flats of the fastener, so stripping does not seem likely at all.
The set has 7 standard socket in the range 3/8 - 3/4" x 1/16", and 8 deep sockets in the range 3/8 - 13/16" x 1/16". I didn't really want the quick release ratchet and extension bar that came with the set since like probably most people that would buy this set, I already have plenty of drive tools, and I prefer American tools where available to Taiwan ones. However, I wanted the deep sockets and this set is the only way to buy them at the moment. I would have preferred that more Grip-Tite sockets were in the set instead of redundant drive tools that raise the price of the set but don't add any functionality for me.
Some of the sockets are 'double duty' in that they are offered as SAE-metric equivalents, e.g. 3/4" and 19mm. In general I don't like this kind of tool because in some cases the match is not as good as you might like, and when I am working I usually need either SAE or metric, but not both. It would have been better to have entirely separate SAE and metric sets. A metric set in standard depth that fills in the gaps in the metric sizes not covered by this set is available. Apparently no deep metric sockets are offered though, except for the double-duty deep sockets in this set.
In an initial test of all the sockets, they performed as advertised. They held fasteners on removal without dropping them at all, even when I shook the sockets to test their holding power, and similarly they held fasteners inserted into them just as well during installation. The sockets cover American nut and bolt sizes from #10 to 1/2". I didn't try the sockets on any rounded fasteners, since I didn't have any to try them on at the time.
All in all, I am pleased with the set initially. For me it will be a niche tool since I have plenty of conventional sockets, and various extractor sockets as well. I'll reserve these for their ability to hold onto fasteners, and give them a try with damaged fasteners if my extractor tools won't work. With moving metal pins and a plastic retaining device, who knows how well these tools would stand up to regular use and the inevitable abuse. Still, the tools do seem well made.
Hopefully if the tools are a success, the socket range will be extended down to cover #8/32 or #6/40 fasteners, both of which are common machine screw sizes, and upwards from the 3/4"-19mm sockets. Some sets are now in Sears and other stores, so if they sell well maybe we will see 1/4" or 1/2" sets, and metric deep sockets as well.
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Grip-Tite 00102 Non-Magnetic Grip Socket Set, 17-PieceYour socket set can't do this!In those hard-to-reach places, Grip-Tite sockets hold bolts and nuts straight and true, so you can install or remove them easily, without losing them (not magnetic).Grip-tite sockets remove extremely damaged and rounded bolts and nuts.7 standard length sockets.8 deep length sockets.Rugged quick release teardrop ratchet.3-inch extension.In those hard-to-reach places, and Grip-Tite sockets are guaranteed never to round a bolt or nut. All of this, just by using them as a socket. What's the secret? Your socket set relies on technology dating back to the 1800's. Grip-Tite sockets are the new generation socket. They are the ONLY socket technology in the world with ACT (Advanced Camming Technology). Six cams made of high strength alloy steel expand over and onto the flats of the fastener. The harder you turn, the tighter the cams grip the flats of the fastener. Where other sockets would spin freely, Grip-Tite sockets grip on to severely rounded bolts and nuts. So if you want a better socket, one where you won't lose a bolt or nut while trying to install it, or won't round a bolt or nut, leaving you with a major headache, or bust your knuckles while turning on a wrench, Grip-Tite sockets are for you.All Grip-Tite products come with a lifetime warranty. All Grip-Tite socket casings are produced in the U.S. by the world's largest socket manufacturer to exacting specifications. Set comes with a black blow-molded case to house the set. Covers 11 Sizes:Standard Lengths: 3/8, 7/16 (and11mm), 1/2, 9/16, 5/8 (and16mm), 11/16, 3/4 (and 19mm)Deep Sockets: 3/8, 7/16 (and11mm), 1/2, 9/16, 5/8 (and16mm), 11/16, 3/4 (and 19mm), 13/16(5/8-inch through 13/16-inch deep sockets work great for spark plugs)3-inch Chrome Vanadium ExtensionRugged Teardrop Quick Release Ratchet
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