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expiredRokket | Staff posted Feb 04, 2023 10:44 PM
expiredRokket | Staff posted Feb 04, 2023 10:44 PM

102-Pc Kobalt Standard and Metric Polished Chrome Mechanics Tool Set w/ Case

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Lowe's has 102-Piece Kobalt Standard and Metric Polished Chrome Mechanics Tool Set w/ Hard Case (52293) on sale for $29.98. Select free store pickup where available, otherwise shipping is free with orders $45 or more.

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Description / Features:
  • This mixed drive mechanic's hand tool set includes a wide variety of 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch drive metric and SAE, 6-point and 12-point sockets, a 3/8-inch drive ratchet, a 3-inch extension and a 3/8 x 1/4-inch drive adapter, as well as a bit driver and 40 nut driver and screw driving insert bits, 14 metric and SAE hex keys to help with any small job around the shop or house.
  • Kobalt's Pro90 ratchet with a 90-tooth ratcheting mechanism delivers a precise 4 degree arc swing that offers improved mobility in tight work spaces
  • Sockets feature laser etched size call-outs and color-coded stripes to identify metric (blue) and SAE (red) measurements
  • Ratchet, sockets and extension are constructed of chrome vanadium steel and heat treated for strength and durability
  • Professional grade, high polish finish protect tools against rust and are easy to clean
  • Blow-molded case with metal clasp is easy to transport and store - measures 10.12H x 7.20W x 2.95D and weighs 5.72 pounds
  • Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications
  • Tools covered by Kobalt's hassle-free lifetime guarantee

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff
  • About this deal:
  • About this product:
    • This set has a 4.9 out of 5 star overall rating based on 26 reviews.
  • About this store:
    • Lowe's return policy is here.

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Lowe's has 102-Piece Kobalt Standard and Metric Polished Chrome Mechanics Tool Set w/ Hard Case (52293) on sale for $29.98. Select free store pickup where available, otherwise shipping is free with orders $45 or more.

Note, availability for store pickup varies.

Thanks to Deal Hunter Rokket for finding this deal.

Description / Features:
  • This mixed drive mechanic's hand tool set includes a wide variety of 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch drive metric and SAE, 6-point and 12-point sockets, a 3/8-inch drive ratchet, a 3-inch extension and a 3/8 x 1/4-inch drive adapter, as well as a bit driver and 40 nut driver and screw driving insert bits, 14 metric and SAE hex keys to help with any small job around the shop or house.
  • Kobalt's Pro90 ratchet with a 90-tooth ratcheting mechanism delivers a precise 4 degree arc swing that offers improved mobility in tight work spaces
  • Sockets feature laser etched size call-outs and color-coded stripes to identify metric (blue) and SAE (red) measurements
  • Ratchet, sockets and extension are constructed of chrome vanadium steel and heat treated for strength and durability
  • Professional grade, high polish finish protect tools against rust and are easy to clean
  • Blow-molded case with metal clasp is easy to transport and store - measures 10.12H x 7.20W x 2.95D and weighs 5.72 pounds
  • Meets or exceeds ANSI specifications
  • Tools covered by Kobalt's hassle-free lifetime guarantee

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff
  • About this deal:
  • About this product:
    • This set has a 4.9 out of 5 star overall rating based on 26 reviews.
  • About this store:
    • Lowe's return policy is here.

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WasIdremin
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What is the point of providing 6 and 12 point sockets of the same size? Wouldn't everyone prefer they provide more sizes of the 6 point?
sdsnake
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102 pieces in which more than half is little bits and pieces.
BamBam74
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I will disagree on the great set for a car kit. This kit stops short of a 17mm and 19mm which the 17 will come in really handy for a lot of cars using metric hardware and the 19 is a bonus for some. It doubles over on 12 points which are rarely used on roadside/parking lot fixes. neat kit, nice case, but a little short of a kit I would keep in the car.

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Feb 04, 2023 10:48 PM
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sdsnakeFeb 04, 2023 10:48 PM
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102 pieces in which more than half is little bits and pieces.
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Feb 04, 2023 10:49 PM
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brotherhpj41Feb 04, 2023 10:49 PM
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Feb 05, 2023 02:07 AM
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Dr_DerogatoryFeb 05, 2023 02:07 AM
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This does have a lot of bits in it (40 I think?) but I think it would be a great set to keep in your car for emergency purposes. Small and compact and easy to stow away in your trunk. At $60 I'd pass all day long and twice on Sunday's, but at $30 I think the value prospect is much better. Thanks, OP!
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Quote from Dr_Derogatory :
This does have a lot of bits in it (40 I think?) but I think it would be a great set to keep in your car for emergency purposes. Small and compact and easy to stow away in your trunk. At $60 I'd pass all day long and twice on Sunday's, but at $30 I think the value prospect is much better. Thanks, OP!
Number of Extensions 1
Number of Quick Release Ratchets 1
Number of Additional Tools Included 65
Number of Wrenches 0
Number of Sockets 34
Number of Drive Tools 3
Total Number of Pieces 102
Last edited by ViperDaSnake February 4, 2023 at 06:38 PM.
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Feb 05, 2023 03:28 AM
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What is the point of providing 6 and 12 point sockets of the same size? Wouldn't everyone prefer they provide more sizes of the 6 point?
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Feb 05, 2023 07:11 AM
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BamBam74Feb 05, 2023 07:11 AM
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Quote from Dr_Derogatory :
This does have a lot of bits in it (40 I think?) but I think it would be a great set to keep in your car for emergency purposes. Small and compact and easy to stow away in your trunk. At $60 I'd pass all day long and twice on Sunday's, but at $30 I think the value prospect is much better. Thanks, OP!
I will disagree on the great set for a car kit. This kit stops short of a 17mm and 19mm which the 17 will come in really handy for a lot of cars using metric hardware and the 19 is a bonus for some. It doubles over on 12 points which are rarely used on roadside/parking lot fixes. neat kit, nice case, but a little short of a kit I would keep in the car.
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Apparently, many people think that general use "mechanics kits" should only include sockets.

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Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 - reviewers really like this set, and several have posted photos with their reviews.
Feb 05, 2023 07:06 PM
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Dr_DerogatoryFeb 05, 2023 07:06 PM
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Quote from BamBam74 :
I will disagree on the great set for a car kit. This kit stops short of a 17mm and 19mm which the 17 will come in really handy for a lot of cars using metric hardware and the 19 is a bonus for some. It doubles over on 12 points which are rarely used on roadside/parking lot fixes. neat kit, nice case, but a little short of a kit I would keep in the car.
I didn't see that it had 12 point sockets. That's a definite downside. I was only basing my 40 bits comment on the picture above seeing that it had 4 of the bit holders.

Regardless, 17mm and up aside, I still think it would be decent as an emergency set. Hopefully anything a person would need in an emergency would be for smaller/simpler stuff.

Thanks for the heads up and info on the sizes and socket types, though. Good info.
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ArshadKFeb 05, 2023 10:35 PM
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Well, in a road side emergency you are not going to disassemble an engine or transmission. Most people just have the car towed, if there is something wrong besides a tire issue or battery. This is a basic tool set and it is good to have around the house.
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getbigtonyFeb 06, 2023 07:13 AM
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If you want an emergency set, main things you'd need is a breaker bar, 19mm, 21mm, or whatever size lights you have, and a small standard or metric 1/4" for battery change, whichever your vehicle takes.
As above poster stated, most aren't doing any maintenance / service on the side of the road.
This set is pretty cheap and I would pay $1 per socket, as that's what I used to pay for deals from Sears for Craftsman sets. Individual sockets are expensive, especially when you go higher in size.
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Demosthenes9Feb 06, 2023 08:27 AM
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Quote from WasIdremin :
What is the point of providing 6 and 12 point sockets of the same size? Wouldn't everyone prefer they provide more sizes of the 6 point?
Couple of reasons. On some cars, there actually are 12pt bolts/nuts that a 6pt won't fit on.

On 6pt bolts/nuts, a 6pt socket can take more torque with less chance of it rounding off. But, sometimes, in tight quarters, its difficult to get a 6pt socket onto a nut or bolt and have clearance with the ratchet handle. Picture a clock face. With a 6pt the ratchet handle would be at 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12. Throw a 12pt socket on and the handle could be at 1,2,3, etc.
Last edited by Demosthenes9 February 6, 2023 at 12:29 AM.
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MitchJFeb 06, 2023 12:28 PM
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Quote from Demosthenes9 :
Couple of reasons. On some cars, there actually are 12pt bolts/nuts that a 6pt won't fit on.

On 6pt bolts/nuts, a 6pt socket can take more torque with less chance of it rounding off. But, sometimes, in tight quarters, its difficult to get a 6pt socket onto a nut or bolt and have clearance with the ratchet handle. Picture a clock face. With a 6pt the ratchet handle would be at 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 or 12. Throw a 12pt socket on and the handle could be at 1,2,3, etc.
I still don't understand. Can't the handle be on anywhere from 72 to 90 different positions?
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edoctor2Feb 06, 2023 03:19 PM
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This kit is perfectly adequate on the road. I bring this kit all the time on junkyard runs and purchasing cars out of state. I toss in some extra plastic prybars, gloves, air pump, and a OBD2 scanner and it does what you need on the road.

Someones going to have to explain to me why they need a 17mm or 19mm 3/8 on the road. 17-21mm you're in lug nut size and you're not freeing off a lug with a 3/8 wrench.
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TRUMP_XDFeb 06, 2023 06:04 PM
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The hassle free guarantee is a major hassle from my experience. They make u contact Kobalt and don't swap it in store anymore

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