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
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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
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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
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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.
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.
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.
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.