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Feb 20, 2026 2:41 PM

104-Piece Craftsman 1/4" & 3/8" Drive SAE Mechanics Tool Set

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Amazon has 104-Piece Craftsman 1/4" & 3/8" Drive SAE Mechanics Tool Set (CMMT45104) on sale for $79.98. Shipping is free.

Ace Hardware also has 104-Piece Craftsman 1/4" & 3/8" Drive SAE Mechanics Tool Set (CMMT45104) on sale for $79.98. Shipping is free for Ace Rewards Members (free to join), otherwise free store pickup is available where stock permits.

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About this Item:
  • 72 tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. drive ratchets produce a 5 degree arc swing
  • Comprehensive set of 3/8 in. drive sockets and drive tool accessories
  • Full polish chrome for rust and corrosion resistance
  • Meets or exceeds ASME specifications

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Amazon has 104-Piece Craftsman 1/4" & 3/8" Drive SAE Mechanics Tool Set (CMMT45104) on sale for $79.98. Shipping is free.

Ace Hardware also has 104-Piece Craftsman 1/4" & 3/8" Drive SAE Mechanics Tool Set (CMMT45104) on sale for $79.98. Shipping is free for Ace Rewards Members (free to join), otherwise free store pickup is available where stock permits.

Note: Availability for pickup and shipping may vary by location.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for finding this deal.

About this Item:
  • 72 tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. drive ratchets produce a 5 degree arc swing
  • Comprehensive set of 3/8 in. drive sockets and drive tool accessories
  • Full polish chrome for rust and corrosion resistance
  • Meets or exceeds ASME specifications

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Written by johnny_miller | Staff

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This Craftsman mechanics set stands out most for the steel toolbox, which is handy for organizing a starter kit, truck storage, or emergency use. The low profile 72 tooth ratchets, slim head, and included 1 quarter inch and 3 eighths inch sockets get solid use for smaller bolts and shop repairs. The box has extra space, drawers, a latch, and a handle, and it can be customized with rails or extra tools. The main drawback is that the assortment feels incomplete and padded with filler pieces, with 3 eighths inch and 1 half inch drive sets seen as more practical for general use.

  • If you're "just starting your tool collection" and want a starter SAE socket/ratchet set that you'll actually use, this is a decent deal because the included Craftsman low-profile ratchets are described as excellent (detente release, slim head, 72-tooth) and the toolbox helps you get organized right away.

    BuyingOrSelling

  • If you need a mechanics socket set for smaller hardware in a woodshop, this is a good fit because the set includes smaller sizes the commenter often needs for working with smaller bolts.

    BrightShape467

  • If you're buying mainly for the storage box and plan to customize what's inside, it can work out because one buyer kept the drawers organized, removed the plastic organizer trays, and then relocated/augmented the sockets and tools-while finding the included 1/4" and 3/8" sockets/ratchets "just fine."

    SeanD1497

  • If you want an emergency/trunk tool kit and don't mind that the toolbox is the main value, it's a good deal because one commenter leaves it in their car trunk for emergencies and notes they bought the toolbox on sale and found it practical for that use.

    montecristo1

  • If you already have optimized tool storage and you're looking for a high-value mechanics set (not a box), it's not ideal because the toolbox is described as having relatively low value to any serious DIYer who likely already has better storage.

    BuyingOrSelling

  • If you expect the kit contents to be broadly useful without gaps, it's not ideal because commenters say the set is "pretty incomplete" and that buying missing individual pieces would be prohibitively expensive-so you may need to upgrade to a more complete version.

    The_Sandster

  • If you don't want lots of low-utility "filler" items, it's not ideal because one commenter complains there are "too many filler pieces."

    epenterprises

  • If you're trying to maximize value for general use sockets, it's not ideal because one commenter argues 3/8" and 1/2" drives get used more than 1/4" for the general public, suggesting spending more on a larger set that includes 1/2" drive instead.

    BraveFog2937

  • If you're paying full price for the whole bundle, it's not ideal because one commenter says the toolbox isn't worth $80 unless the box alone were cheaper.

    NavyWallaby579

  • If you're looking for a set with more useful sockets than what's included, it's not ideal because one commenter says it's "really only useful if you want the tool box" and that other sets have more useful sockets.

    kyden99

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Feb 20, 2026 3:52 PM
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Hizzy812Feb 20, 2026 3:52 PM
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This is simply unwanted unsold craftsmen junk marketed as a "set" for premium pricing.
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Feb 20, 2026 3:55 PM
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kyden99Feb 20, 2026 3:55 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

This is really only useful if you want the tool box.

https://a.co/d/0dkWvGjT

This goes on sale for $84 quite often and has more useful sockets.
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Feb 20, 2026 5:02 PM
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BuyingOrSellingFeb 20, 2026 5:02 PM
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I generally agree with other posters that this is marked up by the toolbox -- which has relatively low value to any serious DIYer, as they are likely to have already optimized their tool storage solutions. That being said, I have a couple of Craftsman's low profile ratchets and have found them to be excellent. The detente release, slim head, and 72-teeth make these ratchets a pretty frequent flyer in my garage workflow.

So, if you're just starting your tool collection and would benefit from the toolbox, I'd say this is a decent deal!
Feb 20, 2026 6:33 PM
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NavyWallaby579Feb 20, 2026 6:33 PM
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Quote from BuyingOrSelling View quoted comment :
I generally agree with other posters that this is marked up by the toolbox -- which has relatively low value to any serious DIYer, as they are likely to have already optimized their tool storage solutions. That being said, I have a couple of Craftsman's low profile ratchets and have found them to be excellent. The detente release, slim head, and 72-teeth make these ratchets a pretty frequent flyer in my garage workflow.So, if you're just starting your tool collection and would benefit from the toolbox, I'd say this is a decent deal!
Those toolboxes are super handy. Everyone always talks about ways they wished the harbor freight mini toolboxes were improved and if they listened to them it would basically be this box. Slightly larger than a mini toolbox with a latch and handle. Not worth $80, but if they sold just the box for like $30-$40. I might buy a couple. I really wish tool companies would go back to putting some of their high end sets in metal boxes like these with foam instead of blow molded plastic.
Feb 20, 2026 6:33 PM
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montecristo1Feb 20, 2026 6:33 PM
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I say it is a good deal. I bought this toolbox (with tools) for $76 (discount) on sale at Lowes two years ago. I leave it in my trunk of my car for emergencies or when I go to PickNPull.
Toolbox (no tools) Lowes $73 https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMA...1001107526
Bigbagmart has this toolbox for $59 (no tools) https://bigbigmart.com/product/cr...-tool-box/
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Feb 20, 2026 8:14 PM
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https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5CVC8ZL/
Last edited by wuzzy February 20, 2026 at 12:30 PM.
Feb 20, 2026 10:48 PM
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BraveFog2937Feb 20, 2026 10:48 PM
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Meh, if you are in the market to buy a set like this, might as well spend another $40 or $50 to get the 230-ish piece ones that include the 1/2" drive (I've seen posts here on SD when they also go on sale). 3/8" and 1/2" will be used the most, 1/4" less so, for the general public at least.

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Feb 21, 2026 2:41 AM
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SeanD1497Feb 21, 2026 2:41 AM
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Quote from kyden99 View quoted comment :
This is really only useful if you want the tool box.

https://a.co/d/0dkWvGjT

This goes on sale for $84 quite often and has more useful sockets.
I bought it last year from Ace at this price because I liked the box, partly due to the extra space in it and because the drawers keep things organized and accessible. I threw away the crappy plastic organizer trays, added some rails for the metric sockets, relocated the SAE sockets to a box in my garage where they've sat untouched ever since, and added some 1/2" sockets, pliers, wrenches, and various other tools. The box now lives in my truck and I'm happy with the purchase. The included 1/4" and 3/8" sockets and ratchets have been just fine, and yes I've gotten a fair amount of use out of them, although I do use an old Stanley ratchet more.
Feb 21, 2026 2:10 PM
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VladStarFeb 21, 2026 2:10 PM
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Quote from kyden99 View quoted comment :
This is really only useful if you want the tool box.

https://a.co/d/0dkWvGjT

This goes on sale for $84 quite often and has more useful sockets.
As an alternative, you can get Amazon 201-piece tool set for $54. I don't see much difference in quality between them (not anymore).
https://slickdeals.net/f/19175977-54-201-piece-amazon-basics-mechanic-s-socket-tool-set-w-case-sae-metric
Feb 21, 2026 3:55 PM
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montywilmotFeb 21, 2026 3:55 PM
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"OK" starter kit
Feb 22, 2026 4:13 AM
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The_SandsterFeb 22, 2026 4:13 AM
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The toolbox is great, but the set is pretty incomplete, and buying individual pieces to make it a more competent set is prohibitively expensive. So ya, buy the more complete version of this set.
Feb 22, 2026 5:38 AM
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epenterprisesFeb 22, 2026 5:38 AM
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Too many filler pieces
Feb 22, 2026 6:07 AM
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CleofusFeb 22, 2026 6:07 AM
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Are Craftsman tools still considered excellent as they were in the past?
Feb 22, 2026 3:38 PM
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guy30000Feb 22, 2026 3:38 PM
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Looks like a good price

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Feb 22, 2026 5:33 PM
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NateN8140Feb 22, 2026 5:33 PM
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Quote from Cleofus View quoted comment :
Are Craftsman tools still considered excellent as they were in the past?
Depends how far back, black and decker bought them out about 10 years ago. But even before that they started to switch some tools to china. I still have some tools before they did that.

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