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302-Piece Kobalt Standard (SAE) & Metric Mechanics Tool Set w/ Hard Case

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Lowe's has 302-Piece Kobalt Standard (SAE) & Metric Mechanics Tool Set w/ Hard Case (53559) for $99. Shipping is free or choose store pickup where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.

Thanks to Community Member tunabreath for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Sockets, ratchets and wrenches are constructed from chrome vanadium steel and heat-treated for strength and durability
  • Tools are finished with a professional grade, high-polish shine which makes cleaning them a snap
  • Tools meet or exceed ANSI specifications

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Lowe's has 302-Piece Kobalt Standard (SAE) & Metric Mechanics Tool Set w/ Hard Case (53559) for $99. Shipping is free or choose store pickup where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.

Thanks to Community Member tunabreath for sharing this deal.

Features:
  • Sockets, ratchets and wrenches are constructed from chrome vanadium steel and heat-treated for strength and durability
  • Tools are finished with a professional grade, high-polish shine which makes cleaning them a snap
  • Tools meet or exceed ANSI specifications

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Written by powerfuldoppler | Staff
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Model: Kobalt 302 -Piece Standard (SAE) and Metric Mechanics Tool Set with Hard Case | 53559

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Uintamaster
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About 5 pieces, but I'm not a math major

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Oct 23, 2025 03:51 AM
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checkthatOct 23, 2025 03:51 AM
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What's the difference between this 302 piece and the 29 7 piece? They are both 99$
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Quote from checkthat :
What's the difference between this 302 piece and the 29 7 piece? They are both 99$
About 5 pieces, but I'm not a math major
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BlueShop747Oct 23, 2025 05:10 AM
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I want the Gearwrench 80966 but waiting for a price drop won't happen. Is this worth it?
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trza
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This looks like a really crappy set. Markings on sockets are not easy to see. Lots of 12 pt fasteners. Stubby wrenches in a few sizes. A trillion smalls that are not frequently used.

I guess if you need a tool set to gather dust in a closet or garage, and maybe break it out once a year it would be OK? I just can't see anyone using this often and not getting frustrated with it.
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Oct 23, 2025 10:55 AM
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bamx2Oct 23, 2025 10:55 AM
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I have an older Kobalt set similar to this one, and the markings are difficult to see. I only use the sockets as replacements for lost sockets for another brand that I regularly use. I guess that they haven't fixed this on the more recent ones either.


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This looks like a really crappy set. Markings on sockets are not easy to see. Lots of 12 pt fasteners. Stubby wrenches in a few sizes. A trillion smalls that are not frequently used.<br />
<br />
I guess if you need a tool set to gather dust in a closet or garage, and maybe break it out once a year it would be OK? I just can't see anyone using this often and not getting frustrated with it.
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Oct 23, 2025 11:16 AM
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eyec360Oct 23, 2025 11:16 AM
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Quote from BlueShop747 :
I want the Gearwrench 80966 but waiting for a price drop won't happen. Is this worth it?
I would wait for black Friday deals to possibly come out on the better quality tool set you want. JMHO

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Oct 23, 2025 02:19 PM
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HOTlikeFIREOct 23, 2025 02:19 PM
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That's thr price I purchased this a couple of years back. The only thing I don't like is the locking mechanism in the front, mine broke right off a month later.
Oct 23, 2025 07:22 PM
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Phil17Oct 23, 2025 07:22 PM
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How does this compare to the harbor freight 301 PC set? With that I've been able to do just about everything to a car as far as sockets go. My pitsburg set is about 10 years old and I've only cracked one socket on a lug nut after a decade of abuse
Oct 23, 2025 09:44 PM
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RustyShaklefordOct 23, 2025 09:44 PM
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Tools are great, the box isn't. Clips are weak, both mine fell off within a few months. There are side handles so you can still carry but makes it a pain in the a--. & bolts can get stuck, but that seems to be less of an issue the more I use it. When they do get stuck it takes prying and a good deal of strength/force to get it unstuck (larger bolts on bottom shelf). Be warned.
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AnonymoOct 23, 2025 09:55 PM
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Quote from eyec360 :
I would wait for black Friday deals to possibly come out on the better quality tool set you want. JMHO
what's a better, similar set/brand?
Oct 23, 2025 10:12 PM
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StevobailOct 23, 2025 10:12 PM
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Don't worry - you can wait until Jan 22 as that's when the sale ends 🤣
Oct 23, 2025 10:19 PM
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DrRadOct 23, 2025 10:19 PM
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This feels over priced. There are about $50 in tools here, so you're paying $50 for the box.
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eyec360Oct 24, 2025 12:20 AM
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Quote from Anonymo :
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what's a better, similar set/brand?
Everyone's needs are different, so that's hard to say. Do a little research and find a set that fits your needs. Harbor Freight has some very respectable tools these days. Craftsman sets can be pretty good still. Gear wrench will be higher, but the value may be worth it. Don't rush to buy based only on cheap price if you want to have them for many years. Good luck

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Oct 24, 2025 02:53 AM
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HunterXYOct 24, 2025 02:53 AM
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Just to add my 2 cents. The case is absolute garbage.

I recommend waiting for the craftsman set to go on sale because that case is 100x better.

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