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77-Piece GearWrench Ratcheting Tap & Die Tool Set (SAE/Metric) $106.24 + Free Shipping

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Amazon [amazon.com] has 77-Piece GearWrench Ratcheting Tap & Die Tool Set (SAE/Metric) on sale for $106.24. Shipping is Free.


Product Description from Store:
  • Gearwrench Die adapter works on round and hex shaped dies
  • Gearwrench Ratcheting T-handles wind dies with a 5° swing arc and have a reversing lever to eliminate hand-over-hand turning
  • Twist lock guide system reduces the "walk back" of the die guide and keeps the dies centered while cutting
  • Die adapters work with the 3/8inch Drive pass-thru ratchet and socket system as well as socket accessories
  • Auto-locking feature allow the tap adapters to be removed safely
  • Spring-loaded cap allows for quick release of large tap adapter
  • Drive extension adapters provide greater access in confined areas when used with 3/8inch Drive extensions
  • Ratcheting T-wrench works with GEARWRENCH pass-thru socket system
  • Blow mold carrying case with tilted tap holders for easy access and storage
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Model: 77-Piece GearWrench Ratcheting Tap & Die Tool Set (SAE/Metric)

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06-09-2023 at 10:45 AM.

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06-09-2023 at 10:45 AM.
For reference: Looked back in order history and I got the 114 piece set for $119.20 on 11/28/22.

This 77 piece set is lowest price in a year but did get down into the $90s and $80s several times 2-3 years back.
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06-09-2023 at 11:12 AM.

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06-09-2023 at 11:12 AM.
For reference: I got this set for $84.40 on 10/28/20.
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06-09-2023 at 12:21 PM.

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06-09-2023 at 12:21 PM.
I unfortunately had to tap some hardened metal recently, so I begrudgingly had to become a semi-expert on taps.

These tap kits have some pros and cons. The pro is that you have it there when you think you will need it. The con is that they very well may not work. In my case with the hardened metal I had to buy a high quality tap. The metal would literally ruin the taps you often buy from Lowes, Home Depot, or could borrow from O'Reilley's. Then you have to consider your application. There are different styles of taps for through-holes versus blind holes. There are taper, plug, and bottoming taps. There are spiral point taps that shoot chips downwards for through holes and spiral flute taps that pull chips out for blind holes. The point is that tapping is a highly application specific activity.

If you are tapping mild steel, aluminum, plastic, or something soft maybe this makes sense. It might be perfect. If you are buying thinking it will cover your future unknown needs, I suggest maybe reconsidering. Quality taps can cost $20-60+ for one. There is zero chance you are getting that quality in a kit like this.

If you really need quality, I can recommend Emuge after being successful. Although I don't have experience with this brand, another highly recommended brand was OSG.
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06-09-2023 at 01:18 PM.
06-09-2023 at 01:18 PM.
Quote from Selman :
I unfortunately had to tap some hardened metal recently, so I begrudgingly had to become a semi-expert on taps.

These tap kits have some pros and cons. The pro is that you have it there when you think you will need it. The con is that they very well may not work. In my case with the hardened metal I had to buy a high quality tap. The metal would literally ruin the taps you often buy from Lowes, Home Depot, or could borrow from O'Reilley's. Then you have to consider your application. There are different styles of taps for through-holes versus blind holes. There are taper, plug, and bottoming taps. There are spiral point taps that shoot chips downwards for through holes and spiral flute taps that pull chips out for blind holes. The point is that tapping is a highly application specific activity.

If you are tapping mild steel, aluminum, plastic, or something soft maybe this makes sense. It might be perfect. If you are buying thinking it will cover your future unknown needs, I suggest maybe reconsidering. Quality taps can cost $20-60+ for one. There is zero chance you are getting that quality in a kit like this.

If you really need quality, I can recommend Emuge after being successful. Although I don't have experience with this brand, another highly recommended brand was OSG.
Excellent write-up and I fully concur.
I'm considering a set like the Gearwrench just to have a spare at home for mild steel (and softer material) for 'on the spot fix-it' tasks.

Years ago however, had to drill holes and tap small/common 1/4-20 threads in some AR400 steel and the only tap that would do it was an Emuge 1/4-20 at about $25 each IIRC for that small booger.
If you tried to tap it with these taps you'd see all the cutting threads of your brand new Gearwrench tap just disintegrate into tiny chips.
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06-10-2023 at 06:53 AM.
06-10-2023 at 06:53 AM.
Quote from Selman :
I unfortunately had to tap some hardened metal recently, so I begrudgingly had to become a semi-expert on taps.

These tap kits have some pros and cons. The pro is that you have it there when you think you will need it. The con is that they very well may not work. In my case with the hardened metal I had to buy a high quality tap. The metal would literally ruin the taps you often buy from Lowes, Home Depot, or could borrow from O'Reilley's. Then you have to consider your application. There are different styles of taps for through-holes versus blind holes. There are taper, plug, and bottoming taps. There are spiral point taps that shoot chips downwards for through holes and spiral flute taps that pull chips out for blind holes. The point is that tapping is a highly application specific activity.

If you are tapping mild steel, aluminum, plastic, or something soft maybe