Yup!! They are the only Matco items in my box and they are irreplaceable. I don't even touch my snap-on universals anymore.

If you haven’t yet, look into Astro Pneumatic, Sunex, and Capri. They’re all well priced and well made. I wouldn’t go super cheap, but I wouldn’t go premium either (unless you use them almost daily).

Wow blue power chrome? I thought blue power was only impacts. I have 1/2 drive metric deeps from cornwell. Great sockets. They arentblue power though.

Ya i have the sunex ones n they have the collar. Definitely gets in the way sometimes in tight spots. Other than that they are great sockets.

It’s strange how they didn’t catch that. Their X-core pinless universal extension impacts allegedly have the same design but don’t really have that failure point 🤔

I really don’t know, but I’ll research for us!

Ok, so what I finding is, the “shinny” appearance is called an “Electro-phosphate” finish, whereas the dull/matte finish is more of a Black Oxide finish. You can visibly see the machining marks on the dull finish, whereas as the “EP” finish is smoother.

@@MidwestToolReview Phosphate is great as a water resistant material over Hard oxide or carbon coated. I Wonder if they will ever do Boron coating? it would reduce wear tremendously.

Apexorganizers.com and yes, they come in 1/4”, 3/8” and 1/2”. He offers a variety of assorted colors. Use code “MTR10” for an extra 10% off your order

Are they pinless?

@@karlx-1 I’m not sure , I will have to look them up and see

@@karlx-1 they aren't but I love them. I used them all the time at work.

I couldn’t agree more. This is a great example of a tool manufacturer that doesn’t understand their consumer base needs!!

The Husky set has all you need for Japanese/asian vehicles. In the last 15 years I have never used a 16mm and just recently used a 18mm on an aftermarket part. Also Sunex skips sizes. I was about to buy a 1/2 set but they skip 24mm. Instead of a 24mm the set includes 26mm which I have never used. For a swivel socket you can always use a univeral joint and add the socket you want if a set is encomplete. But I understand wanting no skip full sets.

Tekton never skips

I don’t know if this is a sarcastic question or a legitimate one, but in my experience, cheap tools have a higher probability of breaking. Tools w/o mechanical function (e.g. extensions, sockets, screwdrivers) typically are less prone to failure, whereas ratchets or even sockets with joints (e.g. universals) have a higher chance of failure. Personally, I want a tool that will function on demand. I don’t want to worry about tool failure or damaging the work, nor do I want a tool to slip and cause an injury to myself…that is the difference between cheap offshore brands and USA Made.

Both. You’ll use 3/8th more, but when you need 1/4”, I’d you don’t have them, you’d wish you did.

711IM goes to 8 inch.

When it comes to 2" and above the Wright wrenches are so much nicer than the proto. Wright 3/4" and 1" drive ratchets blow away the proto as well. Also prefer Wright impact sockets but the chrome proto sockets are very nice.

should say for anyone else dont make the mistake i did just but 2 sets of your best box store warranty in house kind

I agree, size does matter when it comes to universal sockets. As for warranty, I stick with the tool truck brands for the most part, as I don’t want to suck around with offshore customer service to warranty a tool.

@MidwestToolReview yea I really think it's based on how good the stores around you are, here in Canada canadian tire is great you just walk in and they swap it no questions. And they're just gearwrench rebrands

Lol, I’m afraid not, but I pride myself on learning new skills, while acquiring tools to get the job done!

I have a video dedicated to your question dropping tonight!

@@MidwestToolReview how nice.

Lol, yea I was long-winded in this video…can’t argue that point…

I do like the Matco, but haven’t purchased a full set. I think I have a few

The Craftsmans were made by Armstrong as well but good luck finding them from a person that doesn't think they are worth a fortune. The prices people are asking for Craftsman USA stuff is crazy especially when you can get nos Armstrong for cheaper and they are better tools

That buy was a once in a lifetime type of deal. Guy had tools and he “needed the cash” so I bought everything for $60. I truly did not need this set, but went through with the purchase to review, test and provide insight. I want my viewers to know I have continuity and the best way is to sample a little of everything

No they aren't, you have proto, SK, Armstrong, wright, Allen, kd, kobalt USA. Check out cripe distributing, Harry j Epstein, ebay, pawn shops always have bins full of sockets you just have to go in and dig and search

Armstrong is out of business. But you also have Williams USA, Channelock, Klien, Lisle, Wilde Tool, Mayhew. Some of these companies sell USA and overseas tools, so you just have to look.

@@benhurst1305 yes Armstrong has been closed but because it happened within the last 5 years there is an abundance of nos out there and more and more government surplus comes to market everyday. The one good thing I have to say about Apex is they are still honoring Armstrongs lifetime warranty, yes you'll get a gearwrench tool back but you can always sell it

@@andrewscott8892 I have looked for ratchets but was having trouble finding them. Other than ebay, do you know of any tool distributers that have any ratchets?

Not sure why my friend…

No where in the the title does it suggest I was going to compare various swivel socket brands based on use… Using a socket once or twice or more, typically isn’t enough time determine quality and reliability, unless it is manufactured very poorly. That said, if you’re looking for something more in terms of feedback after use, I can make a vid on that subject, but this vid wasn’t that…

Why?

I’m fully aware of which tools are manufactured in the USA that are sold by Matco. After all, I have an entire service cart filled with Matco. There are a large portion of their tools which are offshore rebrands; that’s a fact. Their most popular socket is the ADV brand, and it’s Taiwanese.

@@MidwestToolReview I know and when you opened that drawer you said they were Taiwanese while naming the other brands you had that were. But I’m not gonna argue about it I was just saying they werent

I doesn’t bother me to use offshore manufactured tools, as long as the are reliable. However, if I can buy domestically, we’ll that’s what I’m going to do. Consider this, the Asian culture is brand loyal in every way. How often do you see an Asian American driving an American Made vehicle? Most often, they buy Honda, Toyota, Nissan, etc., which is fine, but if they’re unwilling to buy American Made products while living here, why would I want to support their country with what I buy….? I know it’s impossible to be 100% all American, but… when you can support your homeland, it’s nice to do so…

Sorry, but American Made always prevails over offshore. Think economics; you can’t produce a high quality tool for the same fully-burden cost as American manufactures, while selling them for a fraction of the cost of USA Made tools…the math doesn’t work out, even if you consider the child labor aspect to keep the prices low…I’d rather pay the higher price for American Made tools, than pay for child labor to buy something offshore just to save a few bucks…it’s far greater than simple patriotism…it’s morals…where does your sit…

@@MidwestToolReview maybe you're ignorant but the cost of living has increased. People can't afford to pay made in USA products anymore. The reason why brands as tekton, sunnex, gearwrench, and almost any cordless tools to name a few are becoming popular which are all made outside of the US. The dollar needs to stretch further these days. If you think US products are superior why are the big 3 auto makers are going south to make their products? No one cares about morals, I phone, EV's are an example of that. No one sheds a tear when when a worker jumps off a building or a child is forced to mine minerals because it's not happening in their back yard. I'm simply telling how it is and your reply has some significant ignorance to it.

Your point is…?

Just stating that there are quality tools from over seas ( german tool companies, ect) great video thanks!