Hey Brian! I really enjoy your channel. If I may make a suggestion, I notice in a lot of them you spend a good portion upfront talking. I understand you want to convey a lot of information/your thoughts but my suggestion would be to break it up throughout the video. Most people come to a video like this to see the tools, combining your information or thoughts while you are talking about the tools would really help the flow of the video. Thanks and keep up the good work!
I really appreciate the comment and the way you explained it! You are very good with words and also offer very good advice! This is a extremely good point and definitely something I need to improve on (and will) in the videos. I have tried to improve this over the years, because I found out early that this is what my viewers/UA-cam viewers want. My main challenge in making my videos better in that way is mostly time..... My full time Job takes allot of time plus my family of 5 kids plus my wife, make it very challenging to get kids to voice, soccer, karate, you name it :) I have a very limited time to shoot and edit the videos. Hopefully my UA-cam channel will take off and I could do it full time some day, in the mean time I will work on your suggestion and come up with something to make that better... Thanks so much for you advice and support to DIY Bri!
No problem! I understand about not having time to do some of the things you want. I have an new job working 12 hour days, a house I bought less then a year ago, and am getting married in a few months! I cannot spend hours working in my garage. Your videos have great quality and content. I'm sure that once you get to that 20k mark the channel will just explode! I'll keep tuning in, and wish you the best of luck with everything!
Thank You so much for your input and being a loyal fan! I always look forward to your comments! I will truly take your advice and work on that more....
hey bud i have the matco double box end flex head which is gear wrench i have an issue not really an issue just happens but with lots of torque the ratcheting mechanism freezes i gotta wack it on the ground to free it do u have to smack em sometimes if they freeze or do they not freeze at all thanks bud
Hey man the importance you put on full disclosure REALLY makes me want to watch more vids of yours. I don't care at all if companies send UA-camr's products to "review", but the thing that will cause me to avoid a UA-cam channel is the denial of full disclosure. I appreciate it. New sub right here for that.
Thanks Chase! I completely agree and strongly feel people watch my stuff for my opinion.. And will always disclose my dealings with tool companies if I have made any or not.. It was nice of Tekton to send me these tools to try out..
A good worker never blames his tools. A good worker understands the quality, accuracy, range, resolution and repeatability of his or her tools and can apply the tool to the situation or repair properly. Some great tools don't break the bank. Some tools and instruments that will offer the better of all worlds may cost more. Research, and planning are critical
Everyone viewing this video should check out SK tools. Every single thing they sell if made in the USA. Their quality is equal to the tool truck brands and their prices are less than half on average. The quality is amazing... They have a new line of pear head ratchets on the way and they have been totally hitting it out of the park lately.
InterFanatic1124 Sears sells sk through catalog. I warrantied a gear wrench flex head ratchet wrench no problem. They will warranty sk and any other tool they carry on the catalog or online. Closest thing to a truck.
I have the same Tekton screwdriver set. After some getting used to, I really like the handle design. I think you will find that you can get a lot of torque with out ripping up your hands. I also found the tips are solid and get excellent grip.
Tekton is going out of their way to make six point ratcheting wrenches. It is significantly less likely to round off and abuse fasteners. There are malevolent tool companies, but tekton isnt that. CHeap tool kits come with all kinds of 12 point crap that beats up nuts and bolts.
*cough cough* Stanley *cough cough* I've broken so much Stanley stuff.. I know I'll get a lot of hate but harbor freight tools are actually really good in my experience. I have broken one ratchet only after trying to remove stuck bolts from a bmw strut. I used a jack on the wrench and lifted the whole car up with the ratchet, it got one loose and broke on another. Now although it broke it still withstood way more than any ratchet was ever made for. they are also waranteed for life, I just carried it in, they told me grab another off the shelf and I was back in business. super quick and easy! but great video! I've seen tekton before but hadn't heard much about them I'll definitely check them out and subscribe!
Josiah H I work on construction equipment and use a few harbor freight tools and they have served me great so far also. I have a set of 1/2" drive impact sockets that I use everyday over my matco and snap on set because they haven't worn out yet. I just had a bunch of sockets replaced from snap on and matco from just normal wear over the years of being used. but I will back you up on HF
I like the Tekton line of wrenches and sockets. Most of the time when a tool fails is due to the tool not being used correctly. I have had no problem with Tekton. The fit and finish of the tools is great.
TEKTON is the biggest bang for your buck. As a tool dealer I don't stock it in my truck but young kids who just get into the industry I don't mind helping them out. I want to make the big sales, but id rather not miss out on a sale or discount my name brands. Also its rare to get the new mechanics who want to pay you $100 week. Ive got 3 on my route but the other 20 young kids are $30-50 a week. The thing with being a tool dealer is that people dont buy consumables off you so you need to sell them the most expensive/profitable option. When they say they want a screwdriver set you sell them the $179 snap-on screwdriver set with 40% profit margin and make $70. Dont show them the same life time warranty gear wrench set with twice the screwdrivers in it for $85 with the same profit margin of 40% and make $30 profit on the sale.
As much as I love a great set of screwdrivers, all I use now is my cordless impact with phillips bits and the occasional flat head screwdriver to pry something.
My Tekton 1/2 inch impact sockets are very good. Only paid just over 40 bucks for a non-skipping metric and SAE set. I have abused the 21 mm socket almost everyday for over a year. No cracks or chips.
I personally own a set of Teckon 1/2in impact sockets both shallow and deep. I work as a service advisor, so my tools are only put to use on the side, I did recently grab a few of the sockets and bring them to work for our express lane since they misplaced a few and well... our techs in the back were getting frustrated having to loan tools for tire rotations. They seem to work well, or just as well as some of snap on or Matco tools they were using and personally i like the finish on them better.
Just subbed Bri, nice job! As a DIY car guy, I'll agree that Tekton are some of the best value for money tools out there. When I made the decision to start doing my own car work 5 years ago, I had no tools and didn't have thousands to spend at once, so purchased pretty much everything from Harbor Freight. Although there are still things I think Harbor Freight does really well, like ratchets and toolboxes, I've slowly replaced almost all of the HF stuff over time. It's crazy to look back at the start of it now, I would've never imagined having a full array of air tools, a bench grinder and vise; I have a pretty decent DIY shop set up in my rented garage. All of my pliers, screwdrivers, non-ratcheting wrenches, hammers, and files are Tekton now; I absolutely love them. I replaced all my non-complete HF socket sets with Grey Pneumatic and never looked back; they're probably the best tool purchase I've ever made. Also, I've found Gearwrench to be a great value as well, and make up the majority of my wrenches and ratchets. Keep up the good work Bri, this channel is exactly what I was looking for!
I like the Tekton brand, I have quite a few in my box. Along with Sunex, GearWrench and Channel Lock. None of these brands have given me any issues. No, they are not Snap-On, but I don't wrench for a living. I'll say this, I in framed my Cummins CM-871 in a driveway with a bag full of Tekton, Sunex and GearWrench tools. The motor did not mind that they were not Snap-On or Matco, the tools survived and so did my hands. Very happy with these tools.
Channellock and Tekton are my best experienced tool brands. I only wish Channellock would expand like Tekton has. I really love what Tekton is doing with their 10% rewards on their website when you sign up and free shipping.
I am no professional or expert technician. But from my personal experience, the best advice I could offer to a starting mechanic if they want quality for little money is to scour second-hand stores and antique shops. Some only deal in certain items, but you'll eventually find one that also deals in old tools as well. When you find them it's like finding a brick of gold the size of a cinder block. Your eyes just light up. Old vintage wrenches from brands that either no longer exist or are still being made by a brand that's very expensive. Made back when even a consumer grade tool was built to last. I've scored wrenches from brands such as Bonney, New Britan, S-K, Vulkan, Proto, and older US Made Craftsman. I've paid between $2 and $5 per wrench but that depends on which vendors table it came from. So far my favorite wrench of the bunch for in-hand feel is my 13/16 Penens Corp Chicago and my two small Proto Challenger wrenches. I've also picked up some old USA made Nicholson files for around the same price of $2 - $5 per file with loads of life left to them. Newer Mexico made Nicholson files start at $7 a file. You can get an absolute steal most of the time because it's all stuff that people are getting rid of. I priced out Proto wrenches on Amazon last summer from one of their higher-end models and they were going for $600 for a roll-up of 24 wrenches. So I think the $4 I spent on two older Proto wrenches is a steal, even if the wrench line isn't as high-end. :)
Great Video but I had to laugh when you were trying to break the zip ties on the pliers package and had the side cutters in your hand then actually put them down to get a better grip. Made me think of looking for my cellphone when it was in my hand! Great job.
If its a Chrysler or Jeep drainplug its not 13 mm its actually 1/2 inch, I see those plugs rounded off all the time because people dont realize that and they go at it with a 13 mm.
Hey Brian, I'm a machine operator tech and I use Channel Lock pliers too and one brand I have run into that that the quality is "crazy good" is Knipex brand. They are slightly more expensive retail but their stuff is really good. Oh German made. I'm subscribing to your channel and am a fairly highly qualified DIYer. Keep up the good fight and look forward to watching your channel. Thanks.
nice, I almost bought a set of tekton impacts, but craftsman had a set for the same price that came with a few more sockets. now that was 30% off, so I think I'll grab some 1/2 impact sockets when I buy impact wrench.
This video is like a beauty contest. What I want to know is how well these tools perform in the real world. Over the years I've found out the hard way, when the going gets tough, reach for Proto or Snap-On.
My dad doesn't know much about tools he is just a basic craftsman tool guy but I am 13 and work in my dirtbikes and 4 wheelers myself and he gave me a full Tekton wrench set
Also I recently purchased a torque wrench ( TEKTON 1/2" Drive Click Torque Wrench (10-150'.-Lb./13.6-203.5 Nm) | 24335 ) This is the second torque wrench I've ever owned and by far the best one I've ever owned I did look at others to buy I wanted to try it out!! When it arrived it came in a nice case the looks of it and the way it feels is there a sturdy and made very well!! So end up keeping it and save some money in the process!! So if you know where is looking for a good torque wrench but decent price I recommend this one
I work in manufacturing as a setup specialist theres a difference in the large socket and wrench brands I like SK ,PROTO ,BLACKHAWK,KD WILLIAMS BY SNAPON I will try the tekton see how it goes big equipment requires high quality tooling
Best way to test out the tools is real world experience. Choose a repair youre doing on a vehicle. I own a BMW X5 and the Euro crowd can be pretty tight and complex. Would be a good measure of how they perform and work in the actual enviroment. And most Euro vehicles you need to be using 6point sockets. Anything less or cheap and youre rounding and stripping nuts and bolts. So yea I think a repair video demonstrating the tools and their use would be proper. What do you think. ???
DIY I use Craftsman tools and I never had any problems with them myself when working on my cruze!! I have broken them when I'm not using them on my car lol like tearing shit apart but some time they can be costly!!
From my experiences. Quality ratchets matter more than sockets. I use a Marco ratchet and I use either a cheap Walmart socket or snap on both really feel the same tbh
We have quite a few tekton tools at work and they work good. I thought they were expensive tools.Boss told me they were very reasonable so when I was in the market for a good set of wrenches earlier this year a bought tekton. No complaints at all.
i use snap on ratchets and screwdrivers but all my other tools are a mix of brands all made in usa like sk, wright, older craftsman, stanleyproto, channelock, visegrip. also have a set of snapon swivel sockets and a bunch of different knipex pliers. whats your opinion on sk tools i think there. pretty good.
I own a few Tekton tools, 1/2" Torque Wrench, impact socket kit & some impact adapters & i would pick them prolly my 2nd choice for price to quality, however the best Tool brand I've come across for price/quality is hands down Carlyle brand from NAPA....yes Carlyle tools are mainly made in Taiwan hence the price but the quality is top notch as good as Snap-on & better then Mac, Matco, Cornwell etc IMOP. plus if you have a need to replace a tool under lifetime warranty then most peeps can find a NAPA around the corner & if they don't have it in stock they can have it delivered to the store in 1 day.
I have not owned any Carlyle tools... Even being a NAPA auto care center... I will have to check them out, always have saw them in the real deals at the shop.. Good to know they are working good.
Carlyle is way overpriced and they don't make a single thing. Every bit is rebranded and NAPA sells it at steep profits not affordable for the individual without an account. Nothing more than another Taiwan brand
def wanna get and try out a set of those long ratcheting wrenches I have a set of craftsman and gear wrench but they don't have the flex head and only one size to a wrench and don't have the length of those. other than amazon what stores carry them ? loved the video and review new subscriber looking forward to more videos
have you read the warranty I was told it says they will only replace if it breaks not tools that stop working over time aswell as you need the recite and you have to pay to ship it back to there company
I have not had to warranty any Tekton tools yet so I am not sure how the process works.... However this is what it says on their warranty page. "TEKTON tools are Always Guaranteed. If you have a broken or defective tool, or just a question, we are here to help. Our guarantee has no time limits and no fine print-just personalized solutions."
Last year I was in the market for a new Torque Wrench in 1/2". The Snap-on guy wanted almost $400 for the model I liked and I was not about to pay that much for a tool I seldom use and only need on occasion. After doing a bit of research, I bought the Tekton 1/2" TW for just over $60 bucks (my frist Tekton tool). It is as accurate as the S-O in that size and I have tested it against S-O's owned by others. The Tekton carries a Lifetime Warranty and has so far worked flawlessly. It seems quite stout and has a simple design that should last a long time. Snap-on Tools are great quality however I am getting tired of paying 300% - 400% more for a similar tool that might be only 10% better in quality. BTW, the Lions Share of Snap-on & Bluepoint tools are no longer made in USA and many are not even made by S-O themselves! So many times we [ay S-O prices for tools made by other brands with the S-O name just put on!
I have always wanted to try some Tekton tools, they look nice. I'd love to see you try them out against the new Milwaukee hand tools, I just got a set of new Milwaukee 1/4" and 3/8" sockets. I'd also like to see you try them out against some of those new Harbor Freight Icon tools they actually look really nice. Good video, that's awesome that Tekton sent you some free tools congratulations I know how nice it is to get sent some free tools. I used to be in a promotional program where there would send me free tools even some expensive ones like some M18 cordledd Milwaukee power tools for me to review and keep and things like that it was great! It was thru Home Depot and not only did they send me tools but all sorts of things they carried at Home Depot, I got some things like a dishwasher, 3 high end toilets, a touch/motion bathroom faucet, a Ring Doorbell that I gave my mom for mothers day since she was disabled and it was hard for her to get to the door quickly, a 4 camera security system, 8 gallons of super high end Rocksolid floor coating for my garage 20 times stronger than epoxy and like 8 times more expensive lol, all sorts of stuff i can't remember too lol. When it came to tools everything from cheap stuff to expensive stuff, I got like a million tool bags and holders and levels, some small things I really liked were a Kapro toepedo level I got that has a 90 degree sight window so you can see the 90 degree plumb vial head on without having to press your head against the wall, and I'm not a big tool belt fan but I got a tool belt system called the ToughBuilt system where your pouches weren't fixed to your tool belt you'd load up different pouches and there would be clips on your tool belt and then you'd clip the pouches to the belt and you could un-clip and change pouches in seconds plus the big pouches had kickstands so you could stand them up when they weren't attached to the belt, now that was a tool belt I liked and actually used I ended up with like 2 belts and 11 pouches I did buy 3 of the pouches myself and I bought rails to attach pouches to the wall which was cool, you can check it out on my channel if you want, Chevy513, I reviewed quite a bit of what I got free but not near all of it and I review a lot of what I didn't get free too. As far as tools heck again lots of storage bags and levels, tapes, lights, Milwaukee hoodie, Milwaukee power tools, M18 mud mixers, M18 1/2" impact a really cool at the time just released M18 cordless drain snake kit to this day that thing is still super Badass. It was one of the best programs I was ever in, unfortunately I lapsed on my reviews and didn't do them in time due to personal reasons and ended up getting let go from the program. Anyways sorry to go on hearing about you getting free tools reminded me of all that, it was a couple years back so it was nice to reminisce lol. Great video and again congratulations on the free Tekton tools, do good video reviews and hopefully they'll send you more Tekton tools or maybe even try to market to other companies to see if you could get some other stuff free, you never know. Good luck bud! 👍
@@bretsimpson9890 I have the 1/4" and 3/8" large Milwaukee socket sets and they are awesome, I've had Snap-off and Matco in the past and IMO the Milwaukee ones are just as high quality and actually better designed too with the square outer sides so they won't roll away and also so you can put a wrench on them for extra leverage. My friend has their regular and ratcheting wrenches too and they are awesome and super high quality just what you'd expect from Milwaukee! I also have a bunch of Milwaukee pliers and C-clamps and they are all great too.
I just got the extra long ratcheting metric flex head wrenches and they seem nice. Haven't used them a lot yet but I think I'm going to like them. Have you tried Carlyle through Napa? For a parts store tool they are really nice. For reference a carlyle combo set with roll 15pc about $200.
Honestly as a technician myself, it sounds like your story in the beginning was due to using a 12 point socket on a 6 point bolt head or vice versa. Would also explain why it broke. Pressure points are not the same on 12 point and 6 point sockets.
Sadly, I've come to the realization that I don't need all these fancy tools. I just need one that works, just enough to swing by. But for some unknown reason I love watching these videos.
11:22 look at both in your hand... What's the difference?... Nice review. ... I have quite a few tekton tools like their combination wrenches and their ratcheting long panel Flex head wrenches which I like very much I think I'm probably going to get some of their pliers here soon...
Tekton tools do look really nice, some are made in the USA, the local Meijer in my area carry them. I wont have a problem buying them at all, quality tool for a good price.
How do you get into the top of that blue tool chest? That aside, i agree with below, way too much talking up front, although I appreciate you confirming that the company gave you some kickback.
I've been to a HF store just last month, and was looking at some crows foot sockets. When I lifted the package to take a closer look, my finger was impaled by a tiny metal shard on one of the sockets! After pulling the splinter out, I noticed that the set had the look like it had not been properly finished by the factory. After losing a few drops of blood, I was angry enough to closely scrutinize some of the other hand tools they had... Just by a glance, I could tell some of the small line wrenches they had there would definitely not fit whatever size they were meant to fit.
Also I would have mentioned something what's the point of chromium socket heads when you buy the diecast once so you can use them with a socket wrench and impact gun
As a hobbyist I can't justify Snapon and MAC prices. I use to be a Craftsman fan, but since Stanley bought them their quality seems to be going downhill. So in looking for a new brand I have been looking at Tekton and Icon. I really like both of them, but I like the Icon ratchets better. For a hobbyist what brand of tools would you recommend?
Sadly here in the UK they're quite expensive.. almost the price of the wrenches are the cost of secondhand snap on wrenches or brand new blue points.. :(
I'm very interested in how well those long handle ratcheting wrenches handle torque when tightening, or for that matter, loosening really hard nuts/bolts. Do they feel like a fine tooth ratchet or is it a lower tooth count? I'm VERY interested in good quality tools without spending major dollars for since I am a DIY guy and don't make a living with my tools but need tools that really work when I use them. Nothing is more frustrating than spending what few hours I have not working at my regular job, trying to work on my projects and either not having the right tool or having the right tool that isn't up to the task. I look forward to your reviews and how well they stand up to everyday workloads. If they do well, I know they'll forever for me.
hi brain just came across your channel been very interested and looking into tekton tools I'm a diyer trying to learning how to work on my own cars but the tool trucks brands a little bit pricey for me so I will be waiting for your reviews on tekton could you compare them to craftsman or maybe matco wrenches?
I love my tekton tool all my sockets are tekton I have the chrome 1/4 &3/8 and I have the impact 1/2 I also have the metric long double box end ratcheting wrenches and I like them I need to get more pliers and I would like to get a better set of screwdrivers so I will be getting tekton in that also they are great for that weekend garage worrier or that new mechanic
I really think the bottom line is, if the tool works as intended and comes with a lifetime warranty, get it. I know it's hard but forget your biases, do a little research, and make an informed purchase. You won't be able to go to harbor freight for everything but their rachets are good, cheap solutions over mac, matco, snap-on. The slop in their rachets is on par with snap-on and the rachet's durability is not much worse under extreme stress (way above everyday situations) but you're gonna pay $20 for their pro series with a lifetime warranty over a $145-170 for snap-on. And as a bonus the harbor freight rachets have composite material handles so you don't freeze or burn your hands through the seasons depending on where you live. Point is, doing a little research can stretch your money for tools a long way.
I think most of us realize there is a difference in quality between the cheap stuff and the expensive stuff. What myself, and others, really argue about is whether the price difference reflects the quality difference. The tests I've seen pretty convincingly show that the price is way out of scale with the quality at the top end. Paying five times as much for something off a tool truck just doesn't give you five times the tool. You don't get five times the warranty or five times the service. You're just paying a premium for the label like any other fashionista.
I wish Tekton would send me free tools lol. I bought A LOT of Tekton tools. High quality for sure. Tekton, Kobalt and Husky are fantastic tools either due to quality or warranty/quality. I love the Kobalt "no questions asked" warranty. Hassle free. I own Tekton impact sockets, Swivel ratchets, The small screw driver set, crows foot panel remover. Home Depot had a sale on a Husky 28 piece wrench set, so I jumped on it. High quality as well. I have a large screw driver set from Kobalt that is great as well as a host of socket sets. If I had to choose between those 3 brands, Tekton would be the one to keep.
Great videos, add this one to your list. Have you ever seen the A-SURE OUT extractor? It can be removed in seconds if it breaks, no Welding EDM or DRILLING. After seeing it, only a fool would use anything else! All materials and labor made in the USA! For over 100 years the bolt extractor has changed in many ways, however the failure of a bolt extractor seems to have been carelessly overlooked leaving all users the possibility of catastrophic failure. Help support an American company. Thank you.
Hey Brian I have never heard of tekton but I am super curious. I have always used craftsmen or s/k and I gotta say craftsman ratchets have always been problem. I have just set them side as back up. They either lock up or come part on me. I use hand me down snapon ratchets. But I can't wait see what you do with tekton rachets !
I just get the snap on brand tools, then I dont need to worry about it slipping off the fastner like craftsman do, or other major issues and busted knuckles, just dont loose the tool either, storage organization is important. I got my tools over time and usually on sale.
As a mechanic myself I can agree there are just some shit tools out there especially in the socket department. There are just a few basic rules to certain tools. Never use 12 sockets once they are about a year old the 12 points become so ground down they start slipping. The 6 points work just fine but if cheaply made they either crack along the side, or the points on the inside widen. One thing I noticed is if you view the side profile of a socket that is cheap they will begin to flare at the tip of them from extended use. This is why they crack is they basically reach their yield point. Cheap screwdrivers suck and always deform at the tip. If you look at your wrenches and you see casting flash throw it away. Casting flash is the rough surface usually found around the grip area that has a texture of sand. You want a wrench set that is forged not cast. Last but not least use the proper drive size for the job. I can't count the amount of times I have see someone use a 1/4 inch drive socket (usually a 10mm) to take off a bolt that has a significant amount of torque applied to hold it down. Basically don't use a 3/8 or 1/4 inch drive for removal of suspension parts this generally requires a 1/2 inch drive and nothing less.
I have those wrenches in the red and black sleeves and they are great. Tekton is definitely worth the money. I'm not being pay to say that just so you know.
You get a lot of tool for the money you pay, plus the kits cover all sizes you need for these tools.. plus I look for USA made... I have Craftsman and Husky tools that were made in the USA from years ago
Hi, i have some Tekton wrenches but they are made in China, and years ago buy on kragen autoparts 3 flare nut wrenches tekton they are great tools too, love this tools but the only detail is some of them are made in china.. Thank you!!
Snap on is great especially their ratchets and screwdrivers. But their wrenches are insanely expensive, $500 a set compared to $50 from Tekton or others. Maybe they are 2x better but they are not 10x as their cost would indicate. Country of mfg would not account for the huge price difference, yes the steel Snap on uses is super high quality but it looks like they are being greedy.
snap on is expensive, but to me its worth it. i have a few tekton things and they're ok, but just ok, i think they are great for someone starting out or a diy person. maybe i'm just stuck in my ways but i don't think i'll be straying away from snap on anytime soon.
They won my business with their beautiful warranty. They will replace any broken tool regardless of how you obtained it. Fantastic. Plus, they are a MI company. I live in MI.
I used husky tools, craftsman tools, Armstrong tools, Williams tools, Mac tools, Little snap on because there so expensive. I been using these brands since I was 16yo. I’m 67yo now, my very first set is mix matched. I want a second set of tools so I look to Tekton.
I hope you test the tools as hard as possible. I own the Triton line and haven't had any problems. Just wish they would send me dooplacates so when the nae sayers are around I can just be like here take this and if you don't like it give it back.. pro lead Ford mechanic Kip Gillis
Thanks! This is real useful. I am not a professional mechanic. So I cannot justify SnapOn prices. But I won't buy any more Craftsman or NAPA tools. I need to pick something else. So I will be watching your videos to see how these Tekton tools hold up for you.
There are some good quality tools at a reasonable price Genius is one I can think of and Armstrong is another decent brand, both made in USA, I have used Genius Wrenches and they are decent, I have used a Armstrong 3/4 drive ratchet and it was very very good, used 5 foot cheater pipe on it daily to crack 3" + size nuts, rebuilt it a few times over 10 years because we stripped out the guts a few times cracking 3 1/2" nuts that were red loctited on.
Maybe Gearwrench though I don't own anything from them. I priced out the bigs and just too expensive. I used to be a big Craftsman guy back in the day but have cooled on them. I prefer something made in the US. My shorter needle nose pliers are Klein as I'm an electrician by trade. I have been warming a lot to Tekton but wanted to see what you think of those specific pliers.
+Emery chiszar Yeah I actually think they are some of the better tools Tekton offers...They really seem very close in quality and size to the channel lock brand...I have been happy with mine.
I've been aware of this brand for a while now and I've been hesitant on purchasing any of their tools. I've got all the big and expensive brands that go to shops in the truck like Snap on, Cornwell, matco you know. I like their Ratchets, they kinda remind me as far as looks go kinda look like snap on ratchets. I really like Snap On ratchets I prefer them over Cornwells. how do you compare Tektons, is it close to Snap On as far as the feel and how it performs or is it more like Craftsman? what do you think of their Ratcheting wrenches? I imagine they are in the quality of Gear wrench? I like Gear wrench by the way not trash talking on the brand. but for the price that Tekton Sells a set of metric wrenches and standard it's an awesome deal if the quality is just as good as Gear Wrench.
Watched several of your videos and I've seen that homak stuff everywhere in your videos haha how do they compare to the snap on boxes? I was looking at husky boxes
Homak are not the quality of a snap on box, however they are close in quality of a husky box... I do like Homak better then Husky mainly because they make more of the sizes options I look for
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10:35 Trying to tear it free from the packaging while holding a pair of snips in the other hand. Priceless XD
UA-cam does it again. I saw this comment while he did it
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Hey Brian! I really enjoy your channel. If I may make a suggestion, I notice in a lot of them you spend a good portion upfront talking. I understand you want to convey a lot of information/your thoughts but my suggestion would be to break it up throughout the video. Most people come to a video like this to see the tools, combining your information or thoughts while you are talking about the tools would really help the flow of the video. Thanks and keep up the good work!
I really appreciate the comment and the way you explained it! You are very good with words and also offer very good advice! This is a extremely good point and definitely something I need to improve on (and will) in the videos. I have tried to improve this over the years, because I found out early that this is what my viewers/UA-cam viewers want. My main challenge in making my videos better in that way is mostly time..... My full time Job takes allot of time plus my family of 5 kids plus my wife, make it very challenging to get kids to voice, soccer, karate, you name it :) I have a very limited time to shoot and edit the videos. Hopefully my UA-cam channel will take off and I could do it full time some day, in the mean time I will work on your suggestion and come up with something to make that better... Thanks so much for you advice and support to DIY Bri!
No problem! I understand about not having time to do some of the things you want. I have an new job working 12 hour days, a house I bought less then a year ago, and am getting married in a few months! I cannot spend hours working in my garage. Your videos have great quality and content. I'm sure that once you get to that 20k mark the channel will just explode! I'll keep tuning in, and wish you the best of luck with everything!
Thanks You! Good luck with the new job and congratulations on getting married!
Thank You so much for your input and being a loyal fan! I always look forward to your comments! I will truly take your advice and work on that more....
hey bud i have the matco double box end flex head which is gear wrench i have an issue not really an issue just happens but with lots of torque the ratcheting mechanism freezes i gotta wack it on the ground to free it do u have to smack em sometimes if they freeze or do they not freeze at all thanks bud
Hey man the importance you put on full disclosure REALLY makes me want to watch more vids of yours. I don't care at all if companies send UA-camr's products to "review", but the thing that will cause me to avoid a UA-cam channel is the denial of full disclosure. I appreciate it. New sub right here for that.
Thanks Chase! I completely agree and strongly feel people watch my stuff for my opinion.. And will always disclose my dealings with tool companies if I have made any or not.. It was nice of Tekton to send me these tools to try out..
A good worker never blames his tools. A good worker understands the quality, accuracy, range, resolution and repeatability of his or her tools and can apply the tool to the situation or repair properly. Some great tools don't break the bank. Some tools and instruments that will offer the better of all worlds may cost more. Research, and planning are critical
Everyone viewing this video should check out SK tools. Every single thing they sell if made in the USA. Their quality is equal to the tool truck brands and their prices are less than half on average. The quality is amazing... They have a new line of pear head ratchets on the way and they have been totally hitting it out of the park lately.
Banshee365 I agree and also wright tools
Banshee365 I have an SK 1/4 socket set and love them, shame no more Tool trucks in my area carry them or warranty them
The SK Tools I have used have been great..
InterFanatic1124 Sears sells sk through catalog. I warrantied a gear wrench flex head ratchet wrench no problem. They will warranty sk and any other tool they carry on the catalog or online. Closest thing to a truck.
i have sk sockets. i would rand them with any other brand. i dont really care for their ratchets
I have the same Tekton screwdriver set. After some getting used to, I really like the handle design. I think you will find that you can get a lot of torque with out ripping up your hands. I also found the tips are solid and get excellent grip.
"gosh i just cant part ways with 400-600 dollars for a set of wrenches" as he stands in front of a tool box thats bigger than my bedroom :')
Don't be fooled, this nothing but an infomercial for Teton Tools!!!
@@dragstriprace1255 Yea ! That's the way business works , If I didn't advertise , I wouldn't work. He was totally up front with everyone.
Tekton is going out of their way to make six point ratcheting wrenches. It is significantly less likely to round off and abuse fasteners. There are malevolent tool companies, but tekton isnt that. CHeap tool kits come with all kinds of 12 point crap that beats up nuts and bolts.
*cough cough* Stanley *cough cough* I've broken so much Stanley stuff.. I know I'll get a lot of hate but harbor freight tools are actually really good in my experience. I have broken one ratchet only after trying to remove stuck bolts from a bmw strut. I used a jack on the wrench and lifted the whole car up with the ratchet, it got one loose and broke on another. Now although it broke it still withstood way more than any ratchet was ever made for. they are also waranteed for life, I just carried it in, they told me grab another off the shelf and I was back in business. super quick and easy! but great video! I've seen tekton before but hadn't heard much about them I'll definitely check them out and subscribe!
Josiah H I work on construction equipment and use a few harbor freight tools and they have served me great so far also. I have a set of 1/2" drive impact sockets that I use everyday over my matco and snap on set because they haven't worn out yet. I just had a bunch of sockets replaced from snap on and matco from just normal wear over the years of being used. but I will back you up on HF
381 322 try to get a 30 year old bmw strut off then lmk how Stanley tools are
381 322 but also at my shop we've cracked matco and snap on sockets too. but in my experience Stanley isn't good at all.
harbor freight? no
"HF are really good", that's where you lost me. cough cough.
I have that metric wrench set and they are amazing! I wish they had a longer version too
I like the Tekton line of wrenches and sockets. Most of the time when a tool fails is due to the tool not being used correctly. I have had no problem with Tekton. The fit and finish of the tools is great.
TEKTON is the biggest bang for your buck. As a tool dealer I don't stock it in my truck but young kids who just get into the industry I don't mind helping them out. I want to make the big sales, but id rather not miss out on a sale or discount my name brands. Also its rare to get the new mechanics who want to pay you $100 week. Ive got 3 on my route but the other 20 young kids are $30-50 a week.
The thing with being a tool dealer is that people dont buy consumables off you so you need to sell them the most expensive/profitable option. When they say they want a screwdriver set you sell them the $179 snap-on screwdriver set with 40% profit margin and make $70. Dont show them the same life time warranty gear wrench set with twice the screwdrivers in it for $85 with the same profit margin of 40% and make $30 profit on the sale.
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Thanks for the helpful information. I’ve been looking for decent tools at a decent price.
As much as I love a great set of screwdrivers, all I use now is my cordless impact with phillips bits and the occasional flat head screwdriver to pry something.
I would like to see these tools reviewed after a few months in the shop
I love the long wrenches that the 9-minute mark in the video, those are great for working on foreign cars like Honda's
I love tekton. They just sent me a new torque wrench even though I told them I was storing it not according to specs.
My Tekton 1/2 inch impact sockets are very good. Only paid just over 40 bucks for a non-skipping metric and SAE set. I have abused the 21 mm socket almost everyday for over a year. No cracks or chips.
I personally own a set of Teckon 1/2in impact sockets both shallow and deep. I work as a service advisor, so my tools are only put to use on the side, I did recently grab a few of the sockets and bring them to work for our express lane since they misplaced a few and well... our techs in the back were getting frustrated having to loan tools for tire rotations. They seem to work well, or just as well as some of snap on or Matco tools they were using and personally i like the finish on them better.
Just subbed Bri, nice job!
As a DIY car guy, I'll agree that Tekton are some of the best value for money tools out there. When I made the decision to start doing my own car work 5 years ago, I had no tools and didn't have thousands to spend at once, so purchased pretty much everything from Harbor Freight. Although there are still things I think Harbor Freight does really well, like ratchets and toolboxes, I've slowly replaced almost all of the HF stuff over time. It's crazy to look back at the start of it now, I would've never imagined having a full array of air tools, a bench grinder and vise; I have a pretty decent DIY shop set up in my rented garage.
All of my pliers, screwdrivers, non-ratcheting wrenches, hammers, and files are Tekton now; I absolutely love them. I replaced all my non-complete HF socket sets with Grey Pneumatic and never looked back; they're probably the best tool purchase I've ever made. Also, I've found Gearwrench to be a great value as well, and make up the majority of my wrenches and ratchets.
Keep up the good work Bri, this channel is exactly what I was looking for!
Thanks!
Awesome, I live near grey pneumatic in Wisconsin. Wish they would make make them here too!
I like the Tekton brand, I have quite a few in my box. Along with Sunex, GearWrench and Channel Lock. None of these brands have given me any issues. No, they are not Snap-On, but I don't wrench for a living. I'll say this, I in framed my Cummins CM-871 in a driveway with a bag full of Tekton, Sunex and GearWrench tools. The motor did not mind that they were not Snap-On or Matco, the tools survived and so did my hands. Very happy with these tools.
Channellock and Tekton are my best experienced tool brands. I only wish Channellock would expand like Tekton has. I really love what Tekton is doing with their 10% rewards on their website when you sign up and free shipping.
I've been wanting to try out those long flex head wrenches.
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I am no professional or expert technician. But from my personal experience, the best advice I could offer to a starting mechanic if they want quality for little money is to scour second-hand stores and antique shops. Some only deal in certain items, but you'll eventually find one that also deals in old tools as well. When you find them it's like finding a brick of gold the size of a cinder block. Your eyes just light up. Old vintage wrenches from brands that either no longer exist or are still being made by a brand that's very expensive. Made back when even a consumer grade tool was built to last.
I've scored wrenches from brands such as Bonney, New Britan, S-K, Vulkan, Proto, and older US Made Craftsman. I've paid between $2 and $5 per wrench but that depends on which vendors table it came from. So far my favorite wrench of the bunch for in-hand feel is my 13/16 Penens Corp Chicago and my two small Proto Challenger wrenches. I've also picked up some old USA made Nicholson files for around the same price of $2 - $5 per file with loads of life left to them. Newer Mexico made Nicholson files start at $7 a file.
You can get an absolute steal most of the time because it's all stuff that people are getting rid of. I priced out Proto wrenches on Amazon last summer from one of their higher-end models and they were going for $600 for a roll-up of 24 wrenches. So I think the $4 I spent on two older Proto wrenches is a steal, even if the wrench line isn't as high-end. :)
Great Video but I had to laugh when you were trying to break the zip ties on the pliers package and had the side cutters in your hand then actually put them down to get a better grip. Made me think of looking for my cellphone when it was in my hand! Great job.
10:25 Funny! Who needs Diagonal Cutting Pliers when you can rip the zip-tie with your hand. 😉
If its a Chrysler or Jeep drainplug its not 13 mm its actually 1/2 inch, I see those plugs rounded off all the time because people dont realize that and they go at it with a 13 mm.
Hey Brian, I'm a machine operator tech and I use Channel Lock pliers too and one brand I have run into that that the quality is "crazy good" is Knipex brand. They are slightly more expensive retail but their stuff is really good. Oh German made. I'm subscribing to your channel and am a fairly highly qualified DIYer. Keep up the good fight and look forward to watching your channel. Thanks.
Thanks!!!!
Great channel for us mechanical types ! Marine Electrician / Mechanic
Thanks I hope to have some more stuff soon!
I have a good one, test the warranty process. Time how long it takes to get a new tool in your hands.
nice, I almost bought a set of tekton impacts, but craftsman had a set for the same price that came with a few more sockets. now that was 30% off, so I think I'll grab some 1/2 impact sockets when I buy impact wrench.
I just purchased the metric inch combo set that’s this brand that was cheaper from there website than on eBay.
This video is like a beauty contest. What I want to know is how well these tools perform in the real world. Over the years I've found out the hard way, when the going gets tough, reach for Proto or Snap-On.
Proto fan here
My dad doesn't know much about tools he is just a basic craftsman tool guy but I am 13 and work in my dirtbikes and 4 wheelers myself and he gave me a full Tekton wrench set
Also I recently purchased a torque wrench ( TEKTON 1/2" Drive Click Torque Wrench (10-150'.-Lb./13.6-203.5 Nm) | 24335 )
This is the second torque wrench I've ever owned and by far the best one I've ever owned I did look at others to buy I wanted to try it out!! When it arrived it came in a nice case the looks of it and the way it feels is there a sturdy and made very well!! So end up keeping it and save some money in the process!!
So if you know where is looking for a good torque wrench but decent price I recommend this one
I work in manufacturing as a setup specialist theres a difference in the large socket and wrench brands I like SK ,PROTO ,BLACKHAWK,KD WILLIAMS BY SNAPON I will try the tekton see how it goes big equipment requires high quality tooling
Best way to test out the tools is real world experience. Choose a repair youre doing on a vehicle. I own a BMW X5 and the Euro crowd can be pretty tight and complex. Would be a good measure of how they perform and work in the actual enviroment. And most Euro vehicles you need to be using 6point sockets. Anything less or cheap and youre rounding and stripping nuts and bolts. So yea I think a repair video demonstrating the tools and their use would be proper. What do you think. ???
Great video! I’m a young man and I’m starting to see the value in spending a little bit more on my tools
My tekton 18inch 3/8 quick release rachet is my favorite rachet
DIY I use Craftsman tools and I never had any problems with them myself when working on my cruze!! I have broken them when I'm not using them on my car lol like tearing shit apart but some time they can be costly!!
From my experiences. Quality ratchets matter more than sockets. I use a Marco ratchet and I use either a cheap Walmart socket or snap on both really feel the same tbh
We have quite a few tekton tools at work and they work good. I thought they were expensive tools.Boss told me they were very reasonable so when I was in the market for a good set of wrenches earlier this year a bought tekton. No complaints at all.
i use snap on ratchets and screwdrivers but all my other tools are a mix of brands all made in usa like sk, wright, older craftsman, stanleyproto, channelock, visegrip.
also have a set of snapon swivel sockets and a bunch of different knipex pliers.
whats your opinion on sk tools i think there. pretty good.
I own a few Tekton tools, 1/2" Torque Wrench, impact socket kit & some impact adapters & i would pick them prolly my 2nd choice for price to quality, however the best Tool brand I've come across for price/quality is hands down Carlyle brand from NAPA....yes Carlyle tools are mainly made in Taiwan hence the price but the quality is top notch as good as Snap-on & better then Mac, Matco, Cornwell etc IMOP. plus if you have a need to replace a tool under lifetime warranty then most peeps can find a NAPA around the corner & if they don't have it in stock they can have it delivered to the store in 1 day.
I have not owned any Carlyle tools... Even being a NAPA auto care center... I will have to check them out, always have saw them in the real deals at the shop.. Good to know they are working good.
Carlyle is way overpriced and they don't make a single thing. Every bit is rebranded and NAPA sells it at steep profits not affordable for the individual without an account. Nothing more than another Taiwan brand
def wanna get and try out a set of those long ratcheting wrenches I have a set of craftsman and gear wrench but they don't have the flex head and only one size to a wrench and don't have the length of those. other than amazon what stores carry them ? loved the video and review new subscriber looking forward to more videos
I have the same wrenches you have in the cart,,,,, very high quality
How do you break a socket as easily as he puts it, did the tech get one of those stanley kids tool set.
gearwrench as far as ratchet wrenches and 3/8 drive ratchets are the best ratchets i have ever used
have you read the warranty I was told it says they will only replace if it breaks not tools that stop working over time aswell as you need the recite and you have to pay to ship it back to there company
I have not had to warranty any Tekton tools yet so I am not sure how the process works.... However this is what it says on their warranty page. "TEKTON tools are Always Guaranteed. If you have a broken or defective tool, or just a question, we are here to help. Our guarantee has no time limits and no fine print-just personalized solutions."
decius marius Not really, you just take a photo of broken tool and email it to Tekton and they send you a new one.
Grey Pneumatic makes a great socket. They are owned by Snap-on but most people don't know this. Same as Williams tools.
Last year I was in the market for a new Torque Wrench in 1/2". The Snap-on guy wanted almost $400 for the model I liked and I was not about to pay that much for a tool I seldom use and only need on occasion. After doing a bit of research, I bought the Tekton 1/2" TW for just over $60 bucks (my frist Tekton tool). It is as accurate as the S-O in that size and I have tested it against S-O's owned by others. The Tekton carries a Lifetime Warranty and has so far worked flawlessly. It seems quite stout and has a simple design that should last a long time. Snap-on Tools are great quality however I am getting tired of paying 300% - 400% more for a similar tool that might be only 10% better in quality. BTW, the Lions Share of Snap-on & Bluepoint tools are no longer made in USA and many are not even made by S-O themselves! So many times we [ay S-O prices for tools made by other brands with the S-O name just put on!
I have always wanted to try some Tekton tools, they look nice. I'd love to see you try them out against the new Milwaukee hand tools, I just got a set of new Milwaukee 1/4" and 3/8" sockets. I'd also like to see you try them out against some of those new Harbor Freight Icon tools they actually look really nice. Good video, that's awesome that Tekton sent you some free tools congratulations I know how nice it is to get sent some free tools. I used to be in a promotional program where there would send me free tools even some expensive ones like some M18 cordledd Milwaukee power tools for me to review and keep and things like that it was great! It was thru Home Depot and not only did they send me tools but all sorts of things they carried at Home Depot, I got some things like a dishwasher, 3 high end toilets, a touch/motion bathroom faucet, a Ring Doorbell that I gave my mom for mothers day since she was disabled and it was hard for her to get to the door quickly, a 4 camera security system, 8 gallons of super high end Rocksolid floor coating for my garage 20 times stronger than epoxy and like 8 times more expensive lol, all sorts of stuff i can't remember too lol. When it came to tools everything from cheap stuff to expensive stuff, I got like a million tool bags and holders and levels, some small things I really liked were a Kapro toepedo level I got that has a 90 degree sight window so you can see the 90 degree plumb vial head on without having to press your head against the wall, and I'm not a big tool belt fan but I got a tool belt system called the ToughBuilt system where your pouches weren't fixed to your tool belt you'd load up different pouches and there would be clips on your tool belt and then you'd clip the pouches to the belt and you could un-clip and change pouches in seconds plus the big pouches had kickstands so you could stand them up when they weren't attached to the belt, now that was a tool belt I liked and actually used I ended up with like 2 belts and 11 pouches I did buy 3 of the pouches myself and I bought rails to attach pouches to the wall which was cool, you can check it out on my channel if you want, Chevy513, I reviewed quite a bit of what I got free but not near all of it and I review a lot of what I didn't get free too. As far as tools heck again lots of storage bags and levels, tapes, lights, Milwaukee hoodie, Milwaukee power tools, M18 mud mixers, M18 1/2" impact a really cool at the time just released M18 cordless drain snake kit to this day that thing is still super Badass. It was one of the best programs I was ever in, unfortunately I lapsed on my reviews and didn't do them in time due to personal reasons and ended up getting let go from the program. Anyways sorry to go on hearing about you getting free tools reminded me of all that, it was a couple years back so it was nice to reminisce lol. Great video and again congratulations on the free Tekton tools, do good video reviews and hopefully they'll send you more Tekton tools or maybe even try to market to other companies to see if you could get some other stuff free, you never know. Good luck bud! 👍
How do u like milwakeee I have the electric stuff not tried hand
@@bretsimpson9890 I have the 1/4" and 3/8" large Milwaukee socket sets and they are awesome, I've had Snap-off and Matco in the past and IMO the Milwaukee ones are just as high quality and actually better designed too with the square outer sides so they won't roll away and also so you can put a wrench on them for extra leverage. My friend has their regular and ratcheting wrenches too and they are awesome and super high quality just what you'd expect from Milwaukee! I also have a bunch of Milwaukee pliers and C-clamps and they are all great too.
I just got the extra long ratcheting metric flex head wrenches and they seem nice. Haven't used them a lot yet but I think I'm going to like them. Have you tried Carlyle through Napa? For a parts store tool they are really nice. For reference a carlyle combo set with roll 15pc about $200.
Honestly as a technician myself, it sounds like your story in the beginning was due to using a 12 point socket on a 6 point bolt head or vice versa. Would also explain why it broke. Pressure points are not the same on 12 point and 6 point sockets.
I always use a 6 point socket for FCA vehicles. Their drain bolts are 13 mm and made of cheap metal that rounds easily.
Sadly, I've come to the realization that I don't need all these fancy tools. I just need one that works, just enough to swing by. But for some unknown reason I love watching these videos.
I have the same snap on set. The tekton does not appear to have the bolsters. They look robust though!
So what do you think of the Felton hands tools after using high quality tools?
11:22 look at both in your hand... What's the difference?... Nice review. ... I have quite a few tekton tools like their combination wrenches and their ratcheting long panel Flex head wrenches which I like very much I think I'm probably going to get some of their pliers here soon...
Tekton tools do look really nice, some are made in the USA, the local Meijer in my area carry them. I wont have a problem buying them at all, quality tool for a good price.
How do you get into the top of that blue tool chest?
That aside, i agree with below, way too much talking up front, although I appreciate you confirming that the company gave you some kickback.
I've been to a HF store just last month, and was looking at some crows foot sockets. When I lifted the package to take a closer look, my finger was impaled by a tiny metal shard on one of the sockets! After pulling the splinter out, I noticed that the set had the look like it had not been properly finished by the factory. After losing a few drops of blood, I was angry enough to closely scrutinize some of the other hand tools they had... Just by a glance, I could tell some of the small line wrenches they had there would definitely not fit whatever size they were meant to fit.
That doesn't sound like much fun... I have seen that before on inexpensive tools.
Also I would have mentioned something what's the point of chromium socket heads when you buy the diecast once so you can use them with a socket wrench and impact gun
like this video how about priceing and where to buy???
As a hobbyist I can't justify Snapon and MAC prices. I use to be a Craftsman fan, but since Stanley bought them their quality seems to be going downhill. So in looking for a new brand I have been looking at Tekton and Icon. I really like both of them, but I like the Icon ratchets better. For a hobbyist what brand of tools would you recommend?
Sadly here in the UK they're quite expensive.. almost the price of the wrenches are the cost of secondhand snap on wrenches or brand new blue points.. :(
I'm very interested in how well those long handle ratcheting wrenches handle torque when tightening, or for that matter, loosening really hard nuts/bolts. Do they feel like a fine tooth ratchet or is it a lower tooth count?
I'm VERY interested in good quality tools without spending major dollars for since I am a DIY guy and don't make a living with my tools but need tools that really work when I use them. Nothing is more frustrating than spending what few hours I have not working at my regular job, trying to work on my projects and either not having the right tool or having the right tool that isn't up to the task.
I look forward to your reviews and how well they stand up to everyday workloads. If they do well, I know they'll forever for me.
I will make sure to make a good video covering those points you are looking for. Thanks for the comment!
I found for wrenches wright tool wright grip wrenches are great.
hi brain just came across your channel been very interested and looking into tekton tools I'm a diyer trying to learning how to work on my own cars but the tool trucks brands a little bit pricey for me so I will be waiting for your reviews on tekton could you compare them to craftsman or maybe matco wrenches?
Will do!!! Thanks!
I love my tekton tool all my sockets are tekton I have the chrome 1/4 &3/8 and I have the impact 1/2 I also have the metric long double box end ratcheting wrenches and I like them I need to get more pliers and I would like to get a better set of screwdrivers so I will be getting tekton in that also they are great for that weekend garage worrier or that new mechanic
I really think the bottom line is, if the tool works as intended and comes with a lifetime warranty, get it. I know it's hard but forget your biases, do a little research, and make an informed purchase. You won't be able to go to harbor freight for everything but their rachets are good, cheap solutions over mac, matco, snap-on. The slop in their rachets is on par with snap-on and the rachet's durability is not much worse under extreme stress (way above everyday situations) but you're gonna pay $20 for their pro series with a lifetime warranty over a $145-170 for snap-on. And as a bonus the harbor freight rachets have composite material handles so you don't freeze or burn your hands through the seasons depending on where you live. Point is, doing a little research can stretch your money for tools a long way.
I think most of us realize there is a difference in quality between the cheap stuff and the expensive stuff. What myself, and others, really argue about is whether the price difference reflects the quality difference. The tests I've seen pretty convincingly show that the price is way out of scale with the quality at the top end. Paying five times as much for something off a tool truck just doesn't give you five times the tool. You don't get five times the warranty or five times the service. You're just paying a premium for the label like any other fashionista.
I wish Tekton would send me free tools lol. I bought A LOT of Tekton tools. High quality for sure. Tekton, Kobalt and Husky are fantastic tools either due to quality or warranty/quality. I love the Kobalt "no questions asked" warranty. Hassle free. I own Tekton impact sockets, Swivel ratchets, The small screw driver set, crows foot panel remover. Home Depot had a sale on a Husky 28 piece wrench set, so I jumped on it. High quality as well. I have a large screw driver set from Kobalt that is great as well as a host of socket sets. If I had to choose between those 3 brands, Tekton would be the one to keep.
Great videos, add this one to your list. Have you ever seen the A-SURE OUT extractor? It can be removed in seconds if it breaks, no Welding EDM or DRILLING. After seeing it, only a fool would use anything else! All materials and labor made in the USA! For over 100 years the bolt extractor has changed in many ways, however the failure of a bolt extractor seems to have been carelessly overlooked leaving all users the possibility of catastrophic failure. Help support an American company. Thank you.
Hey Brian I have never heard of tekton but I am super curious. I have always used craftsmen or s/k and I gotta say craftsman ratchets have always been problem. I have just set them side as back up. They either lock up or come part on me. I use hand me down snapon ratchets. But I can't wait see what you do with tekton rachets !
I just get the snap on brand tools, then I dont need to worry about it slipping off the fastner like craftsman do, or other major issues and busted knuckles, just dont loose the tool either, storage organization is important. I got my tools over time and usually on sale.
gearwrench for the wrenches
sonic also
Current production Chinese Gearwrench is garbage
Try Wera screwdrivers and go with Knipex pliers!
I will have to check those out!
As a mechanic myself I can agree there are just some shit tools out there especially in the socket department. There are just a few basic rules to certain tools.
Never use 12 sockets once they are about a year old the 12 points become so ground down they start slipping.
The 6 points work just fine but if cheaply made they either crack along the side, or the points on the inside widen. One thing I noticed is if you view the side profile of a socket that is cheap they will begin to flare at the tip of them from extended use. This is why they crack is they basically reach their yield point.
Cheap screwdrivers suck and always deform at the tip.
If you look at your wrenches and you see casting flash throw it away. Casting flash is the rough surface usually found around the grip area that has a texture of sand. You want a wrench set that is forged not cast.
Last but not least use the proper drive size for the job. I can't count the amount of times I have see someone use a 1/4 inch drive socket (usually a 10mm) to take off a bolt that has a significant amount of torque applied to hold it down. Basically don't use a 3/8 or 1/4 inch drive for removal of suspension parts this generally requires a 1/2 inch drive and nothing less.
love the Crescent brand wrench sets on amazon they are Crestoly instead of cr-v
What's the difference?
You did an excellent job reviewing these tools
what you described @ 2:20 happened to me with a Tekton 18mm combination wrench
I find the best low budget tool bang for your buck brand is Napa Tools.
S Nguyen they have good deals on boxes too
Napa's Carlyle tools are lifetime warranty
I have those wrenches in the red and black sleeves and they are great. Tekton is definitely worth the money. I'm not being pay to say that just so you know.
I like mine too, they really are great for the money.
You get a lot of tool for the money you pay, plus the kits cover all sizes you need for these tools.. plus I look for USA made... I have Craftsman and Husky tools that were made in the USA from years ago
Hi, i have some Tekton wrenches but they are made in China, and years ago buy on kragen autoparts 3 flare nut wrenches tekton they are great tools too, love this tools but the only detail is some of them are made in china.. Thank you!!
Where I can purchase TEKTON tools? I need a good and affordable set of wrenches .
Amazon for best deals. I love every tekton tool ive ever bought.
Like the info, How about keeping it to five minutes?
Snap on is great especially their ratchets and screwdrivers. But their wrenches are insanely expensive, $500 a set compared to $50 from Tekton or others. Maybe they are 2x better but they are not 10x as their cost would indicate. Country of mfg would not account for the huge price difference, yes the steel Snap on uses is super high quality but it looks like they are being greedy.
snap on is expensive, but to me its worth it. i have a few tekton things and they're ok, but just ok, i think they are great for someone starting out or a diy person. maybe i'm just stuck in my ways but i don't think i'll be straying away from snap on anytime soon.
Mecheng some snap on tools are fine but there are others out there that are just as good or better and can be less expensive
wades623. thats whats guys at work tell me too. untill they break their Chinese tool and ask to borrow my mine
Most snap on stuff is made overseas anymore.
Tekton wrench isn’t even in the same league as a flank drive plus
They won my business with their beautiful warranty. They will replace any broken tool regardless of how you obtained it. Fantastic. Plus, they are a MI company. I live in MI.
I used husky tools, craftsman tools, Armstrong tools, Williams tools, Mac tools, Little snap on because there so expensive. I been using these brands since I was 16yo. I’m 67yo now, my very first set is mix matched. I want a second set of tools so I look to Tekton.
I hope you test the tools as hard as possible. I own the Triton line and haven't had any problems. Just wish they would send me dooplacates so when the nae sayers are around I can just be like here take this and if you don't like it give it back.. pro lead Ford mechanic Kip Gillis
Thanks! This is real useful. I am not a professional mechanic. So I cannot justify SnapOn prices. But I won't buy any more Craftsman or NAPA tools. I need to pick something else. So I will be watching your videos to see how these Tekton tools hold up for you.
+Dan Jeffrey Thank you, glad the video helped!
Hey Brian what do you think of sonic tools?
The best sockets are the socket set you get at a dollar store and work best on a Ingersoll 7152
There are some good quality tools at a reasonable price Genius is one I can think of and Armstrong is another decent brand, both made in USA, I have used Genius Wrenches and they are decent, I have used a Armstrong 3/4 drive ratchet and it was very very good, used 5 foot cheater pipe on it daily to crack 3" + size nuts, rebuilt it a few times over 10 years because we stripped out the guts a few times cracking 3 1/2" nuts that were red loctited on.
Bri, I need to invest in a set of mechanics long needle nose pliers. Your thoughts on Teckton? Would you recommend something else?
+Emery chiszar I really do like the Tekton, what other brands are you thinking?
Maybe Gearwrench though I don't own anything from them. I priced out the bigs and just too expensive. I used to be a big Craftsman guy back in the day but have cooled on them. I prefer something made in the US. My shorter needle nose pliers are Klein as I'm an electrician by trade. I have been warming a lot to Tekton but wanted to see what you think of those specific pliers.
+Emery chiszar Yeah I actually think they are some of the better tools Tekton offers...They really seem very close in quality and size to the channel lock brand...I have been happy with mine.
Also with Wright grip wrenches the price is a fraction of snap on.
I own the Tekton wrenches and ratchet extensions awesome quality for the money!!
I've been aware of this brand for a while now and I've been hesitant on purchasing any of their tools. I've got all the big and expensive brands that go to shops in the truck like Snap on, Cornwell, matco you know.
I like their Ratchets, they kinda remind me as far as looks go kinda look like snap on ratchets. I really like Snap On ratchets I prefer them over Cornwells. how do you compare Tektons, is it close to Snap On as far as the feel and how it performs or is it more like Craftsman?
what do you think of their Ratcheting wrenches?
I imagine they are in the quality of Gear wrench? I like Gear wrench by the way not trash talking on the brand.
but for the price that Tekton Sells a set of metric wrenches and standard it's an awesome deal if the quality is just as good as Gear Wrench.
I have a video coming out soon comparing the wrenches more in depth.... You will have to check it out...
Can you test them against the SK X frame ratcheting wrench.
Watched several of your videos and I've seen that homak stuff everywhere in your videos haha how do they compare to the snap on boxes? I was looking at husky boxes
Homak are not the quality of a snap on box, however they are close in quality of a husky box... I do like Homak better then Husky mainly because they make more of the sizes options I look for