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YMMV -Kobalt 30-Piece Set 12-point Standard (SAE) and Metric Combination Standard Combination Wrench Set in the Combination Wrenches & Sets department at Lowes.com $12.47
$12.47
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Model: Kobalt 30-Piece Set 12-point Standard (SAE) and Metric Combination Standard and Short Combination Wrench Includes Hard Case | 81331
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Can someone let me know if 12 pt is better than 6 pt? Almost every tool review video I looked at says get 6 pt.. is there certain suitation that 12 pt is needed ?
In for one, need a cheap set for the boat. Would most likely have gone to HF for my needs but this was a pretty good deal for a set that will most likely rust out and need to be replaced eventually.
I would say the quality is higher than the price point so a good value depending on your needs.
Can someone let me know if 12 pt is better than 6 pt? Almost every tool review video I looked at says get 6 pt.. is there certain suitation that 12 pt is needed ?
12-pt is easier to get on in a hard-to-reach spot, but also slips easier. For sockets, I always go 6-pt. For wrenches like this, I'm fine with 12-pt.
Can someone let me know if 12 pt is better than 6 pt? Almost every tool review video I looked at says get 6 pt.. is there certain suitation that 12 pt is needed ?
Non-ratcheting box end wrenches are practically always 12-point. This allows for a 30° swing arc to position, turn, and reposition the wrench. A 6-point box end with a 60° swing would only work well if there's a ton of space around the fastener, which is seldom the case working on vehicles and equipment.
And they don't slip or strip bolt heads except in extreme cases of already rounded or highly corroded bolts. In fact, 12-point box end are often my go-to wrenches for tight fasteners. As long as the fit is good and the fastener is in decent shape, you don't need to worry about using 12-point box end wrenches.
I have used a set of these for about a year and they are great quality even at $25. They are made in India and have really good edges. It's time for good Made in India to take over Made in China junk.
Grabbed 2 sets this morning at the west broad Street location in Richmond VA and there were still at least 8-10 sets left. These were in the tools area right next to the ratchet sets. I was on the fence for $25 but for $12.47 these will serve their purpose fine
In for one, need a cheap set for the boat. Would most likely have gone to HF for my needs but this was a pretty good deal for a set that will most likely rust out and need to be replaced eventually.
I would say the quality is higher than the price point so a good value depending on your needs.
Thanks OP
None of my Kobalt tools have rusted. Perhaps your humidity is too high?
Grabbed me a set today. Much easier for my old eyes to read compared to my 35 year old Craftsman set. Same can be said for my old sockets, I need reading glasses and good light to see those things
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I would say the quality is higher than the price point so a good value depending on your needs.
Thanks OP
Also how are these for general use around the house for a beginner?
Thanks in advance.
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And they don't slip or strip bolt heads except in extreme cases of already rounded or highly corroded bolts. In fact, 12-point box end are often my go-to wrenches for tight fasteners. As long as the fit is good and the fastener is in decent shape, you don't need to worry about using 12-point box end wrenches.
I would say the quality is higher than the price point so a good value depending on your needs.
Thanks OP
None of my Kobalt tools have rusted. Perhaps your humidity is too high?
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