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Feb 8, 2023 6:45 PM

12" GearWrench 1/4" Drive 72 Tooth Slim Head Ratchet

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Amazon has 12" GearWrench 1/4" Drive 72 Tooth Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet (81030) for $23.30. Shipping is free with Prime or orders $25 or more.

Alternatively, Home Depot has 12" GearWrench 1/4" Drive 72 Tooth Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet (81030) for $24.18. Shipping is free, or choose ship to store for free store pickup where stock permits.

Note: Pickup availability will vary by location.

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Description:
  • GearWrench's Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet has a multi-Functional Head Design Converts Bit Driver to Ratchet with Insertion of 1/4" Dr. Ratchet Adapter
  • 9 Position Locking Flex-Head for Maximum Access
  • Full Polish Chrome Handle
  • Slim Line Head Design – 0.73" Wide, 0.49" Thick for Excellent Access
  • ¼" Dr. Ratchet/ Bit Driver Head, Ratchet Adapter Meets or Exceeds all ASME Specifications
  • Flush Mounted Forward/Reverse Lever
  • Extra-Long Handle For Maximum Access

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    • This ratchet has a 4.3 out of 5 star overall rating on Amazon based on 1,200 reviews.
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Amazon has 12" GearWrench 1/4" Drive 72 Tooth Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet (81030) for $23.30. Shipping is free with Prime or orders $25 or more.

Alternatively, Home Depot has 12" GearWrench 1/4" Drive 72 Tooth Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet (81030) for $24.18. Shipping is free, or choose ship to store for free store pickup where stock permits.

Note: Pickup availability will vary by location.

Thanks to Community Member GimmeYoTots for finding this deal.

Description:
  • GearWrench's Quick Release Locking Flex Slim Head Ratchet has a multi-Functional Head Design Converts Bit Driver to Ratchet with Insertion of 1/4" Dr. Ratchet Adapter
  • 9 Position Locking Flex-Head for Maximum Access
  • Full Polish Chrome Handle
  • Slim Line Head Design – 0.73" Wide, 0.49" Thick for Excellent Access
  • ¼" Dr. Ratchet/ Bit Driver Head, Ratchet Adapter Meets or Exceeds all ASME Specifications
  • Flush Mounted Forward/Reverse Lever
  • Extra-Long Handle For Maximum Access

Editor's Notes

Written by citan359 | Staff
  • About this deal:
  • About this product:
    • This ratchet has a 4.3 out of 5 star overall rating on Amazon based on 1,200 reviews.
  • About this store:

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Written by GimmeYoTots

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jeff34270
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Despite the lever arm length, this tiny little compact ratchet head is meant for low torque applications only. It's pretty easy to put too much force on it and break it, but if used within its means it is a great tool for reaching small hard to reach fasteners in an engine bay and I love the locking flex.
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Tools are a man's jewelry. You work hard to come up with a use for this to justify the expense, but can't, and you still want it.

So just buy it and hold it, enjoy it. Add it to your collection of odd tools, right next to the bin full of flashlights.
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I feel attacked. In for one.
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Despite the lever arm length, this tiny little compact ratchet head is meant for low torque applications only. It's pretty easy to put too much force on it and break it, but if used within its means it is a great tool for reaching small hard to reach fasteners in an engine bay and I love the locking flex.
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gonehometodallasFeb 9, 2023 3:21 AM
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Looks like $25 is regular price at HD
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Feb 9, 2023 3:33 AM
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mclever1Feb 9, 2023 3:33 AM
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12" long 1/4" ratchet seems like a paradox
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Feb 9, 2023 3:38 AM
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CoralGalley7770Feb 9, 2023 3:38 AM
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Does anyone know if I could replace the internal with matco internal? Similar to the wrench?
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Feb 9, 2023 4:13 AM
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westec2Feb 9, 2023 4:13 AM
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Tools are a man's jewelry. You work hard to come up with a use for this to justify the expense, but can't, and you still want it.

So just buy it and hold it, enjoy it. Add it to your collection of odd tools, right next to the bin full of flashlights.
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lushkillerFeb 9, 2023 4:59 AM
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Quote from jeff34270 View quoted comment :
Despite the lever arm length, this tiny little compact ratchet head is meant for low torque applications only. It's pretty easy to put too much force on it and break it, but if used within its means it is a great tool for reaching small hard to reach fasteners in an engine bay and I love the locking flex.
I've seen so many negative reviews saying it's fragile but you're exactly right: these are great for low torque applications and this may be my favorite ratchet because of how helpful it has been on annoying fasteners.
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Feb 9, 2023 7:09 AM
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I bought this and it is awesome as long as you know what you are doing.

The locking flex is great and the ability to use standard 1/4" bits is nice as well.
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Feb 9, 2023 7:55 AM
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bktj600Feb 9, 2023 7:55 AM
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Quote from westec2 View quoted comment :
Tools are a man's jewelry. You work hard to come up with a use for this to justify the expense, but can't, and you still want it.

So just buy it and hold it, enjoy it. Add it to your collection of odd tools, right next to the bin full of flashlights.
I feel attacked. In for one.
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Feb 9, 2023 10:55 AM
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armedmetallicaFeb 9, 2023 10:55 AM
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Quote from westec2 View quoted comment :
Tools are a man's jewelry. You work hard to come up with a use for this to justify the expense, but can't, and you still want it.

So just buy it and hold it, enjoy it. Add it to your collection of odd tools, right next to the bin full of flashlights.
I feel personally attacked by this statement. Maybe I should do something zen and start a tool library.
Feb 9, 2023 12:06 PM
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TheBlizFeb 9, 2023 12:06 PM
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For hard to reach or tight space, wouldn't you want a higher tooth count?
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Quote from lushkiller View quoted comment :
I've seen so many negative reviews saying it's fragile but you're exactly right: these are great for low torque applications and this may be my favorite ratchet because of how helpful it has been on annoying fasteners.
Yeah, the regular version [amazon.com] is less than half this length and even though it is the exact same mechanicals, doesn't have that reputation.

By providing the longer one for extended reach and usability, they kind of shot themselves in the foot because so many people use that extended length as a breaker bar. They could have beefed up the head to account for this, but then it wouldn't be able to fit in the tight spots.
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wes_harley02Feb 9, 2023 1:00 PM
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Quote from westec2 View quoted comment :
Tools are a man's jewelry. You work hard to come up with a use for this to justify the expense, but can't, and you still want it.

So just buy it and hold it, enjoy it. Add it to your collection of odd tools, right next to the bin full of flashlights.
I was worried I was the only person addicted to flashlights, lol.
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Feb 9, 2023 1:54 PM
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homerj368Feb 9, 2023 1:54 PM
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Quote from westec2 View quoted comment :
Tools are a man's jewelry. You work hard to come up with a use for this to justify the expense, but can't, and you still want it.

So just buy it and hold it, enjoy it. Add it to your collection of odd tools, right next to the bin full of flashlights.
How do you know my odd tools are next to my flashlight bin? Are you a wizard? Do you know where my utility knife bin is?
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sdregistFeb 9, 2023 1:56 PM
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Quote from westec2 View quoted comment :
Tools are a man's jewelry. You work hard to come up with a use for this to justify the expense, but can't, and you still want it.

So just buy it and hold it, enjoy it. Add it to your collection of odd tools, right next to the bin full of flashlights.
I loved this comment. True to the core!

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right next to the bin full of flashlights.
Glad I'm not alone.

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