Great comparison. I primarily do automotive work, so my most used tools are metric. Thanks to your comparison, I picked up the 11 piece ratcheting set first, and then the 22 piece regular combination wrench set (in the foam inlay). I love how thin the non ratcheting wrenches are, they pretty much eliminate the need for a thin wrench set in most applications. I think I might pick up the 4 piece reversing ratcheting set though at some point. The vast majority of fasteners I encounter are covered by the 10mm, 13mm, 17mm and 19mm in that set. It's always nice to have options.
1st excellent video. I admire how you compared all 3 types of wrenches from the brand and explained the pros and cons. I just bought the middle set a few days ago. Now I have once question. Did you put different color tape on just that one wrench or all the wrenches you own?
I really like the non-ratcheting version for getting into tighter places. I do wish there was a way to incorporate the holding function into that model, but I think personally I'd rather have the 7.5° return angle.
Super helpful comparison. Gave me a much better idea of the differences and specific uses for each kind. Of all three versions, which would you suggest is the most common you use for automotive/motorcycle?
Good tip! The plate does also help with positive wrench placement on a nut that's hard to see and turn at the same time. But I agree - the regular set is my favorite. I ended up buying the 6003 Imperial 8-piece set since doing this review. Still debating whether I want the 11-piece or 15-piece metric set.
@@DoresoomReviews While the non-adjustable Wera Jokers are interesting to me (thanks for the video!), I can't get excited about the adjustables. Not only is the range of adjustment narrow, the size groupings are better-suited to Metric than to SAE bolt/nut sizes. I really wish they made a 7/16" to 9/16" version, as that would cover 1/4", 5/16", and 3/8" bolts perfectly. I can't fault a European company for being metric-centered (after all, it's what 95% of the world uses), but it makes it a whole lot less useful for my field engineering, which involves large antenna systems and high power RF connectors. Until I try one or more of the Wera Jokers, I'll be sticking to my SK X-frame wrenches, Knipex pliers wrenches, and Channellock adjustable.
I personally think wera wrenches are ugly. I just don’t like the bulging handle. I do think the open end design is nice, but I’ll stick with my snap on wrenches 😬
@@DoresoomReviews If “ugly, but does the job well” weren’t good enough, I suspect that a lot of us engineers wouldn’t be married. 😄 Not implying anything about you, Nate. You somehow have managed to look pretty much identical to how you did 16 years ago, but with somewhat lighter hair.
I got a joker wrench in the advent calendar this year. The finish on it blew my mind, its so premium compared to a box-store wrench, I love it
Great comparison. I primarily do automotive work, so my most used tools are metric. Thanks to your comparison, I picked up the 11 piece ratcheting set first, and then the 22 piece regular combination wrench set (in the foam inlay). I love how thin the non ratcheting wrenches are, they pretty much eliminate the need for a thin wrench set in most applications.
I think I might pick up the 4 piece reversing ratcheting set though at some point. The vast majority of fasteners I encounter are covered by the 10mm, 13mm, 17mm and 19mm in that set. It's always nice to have options.
Do you prefer the regular or ratcheting ones?
That was a really great review. You highlighted things that I had not thought about, particularly with respect to the angled head. Subscribed.
Glad I could help!
1st excellent video. I admire how you compared all 3 types of wrenches from the brand and explained the pros and cons. I just bought the middle set a few days ago. Now I have once question. Did you put different color tape on just that one wrench or all the wrenches you own?
The tape is to identify it as mine when I'm using it at work. Each engineer has a different color combination.
Many thanks for the informative video! Which one you recommend more for auto repair?
I really like the non-ratcheting version for getting into tighter places. I do wish there was a way to incorporate the holding function into that model, but I think personally I'd rather have the 7.5° return angle.
@@DoresoomReviews many thanks for your suggestion
Just bought a set of 4 reversible rachets for only £94! They are awesome compared to my other sets
Super helpful comparison. Gave me a much better idea of the differences and specific uses for each kind. Of all three versions, which would you suggest is the most common you use for automotive/motorcycle?
I use the non-ratcheting version the most now, since it's more compact, has a smaller return angle, and the box end fits in more places.
for the plate you can also use duct tape on a normal wrench... i think you dont use this very often, so the normal wrench is my favorite
Good tip! The plate does also help with positive wrench placement on a nut that's hard to see and turn at the same time. But I agree - the regular set is my favorite. I ended up buying the 6003 Imperial 8-piece set since doing this review. Still debating whether I want the 11-piece or 15-piece metric set.
Have you reviewed the 6004 adjustable wrench wera set?
No, I haven't tried those ones yet.
@@DoresoomReviews While the non-adjustable Wera Jokers are interesting to me (thanks for the video!), I can't get excited about the adjustables. Not only is the range of adjustment narrow, the size groupings are better-suited to Metric than to SAE bolt/nut sizes. I really wish they made a 7/16" to 9/16" version, as that would cover 1/4", 5/16", and 3/8" bolts perfectly.
I can't fault a European company for being metric-centered (after all, it's what 95% of the world uses), but it makes it a whole lot less useful for my field engineering, which involves large antenna systems and high power RF connectors. Until I try one or more of the Wera Jokers, I'll be sticking to my SK X-frame wrenches, Knipex pliers wrenches, and Channellock adjustable.
Hope you and yours have Is wonderful Christmas in New Year 🤙🏼🍻🍺🎄🎁🎄🎁
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too!
I personally think wera wrenches are ugly. I just don’t like the bulging handle. I do think the open end design is nice, but I’ll stick with my snap on wrenches 😬
🤣 I don't care if they're ugly if they help me get the job done!
@@DoresoomReviews If “ugly, but does the job well” weren’t good enough, I suspect that a lot of us engineers wouldn’t be married. 😄 Not implying anything about you, Nate. You somehow have managed to look pretty much identical to how you did 16 years ago, but with somewhat lighter hair.
LOL, that hair color change started with Dr. Gonzalez's Dynamics class!
Wera. You're Joking right ? ;-)
I think their "Tool Rebel" branding is even cringier, but they make great tools! 😄