Lowe's has
242-Piece CRAFTSMAN VERSASTACK SAE & Metric Mechanics Tool Set w/ Case (CMMT45242) for
$99.
Shipping is free. Free Pickup is also available where stock permits.
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Features:
- Low-Profile Ratchets: Up to 25% thinner head for accessing tight, confined spaces in automotive and DIY tasks
- 72-Tooth Mechanism: 5-degree arc swing allows easy use in tight spots
- One-Handed Operation: VERSASTACK toolbox features a spring-loaded dial to open/close and lock drawers with one hand
- Stackable Design: Drawers can be stacked on top of the toolbox for quick, convenient access
- VERSASTACK Compatible: Durable case with 3 removable drawers and tool-secure organizers (additional systems sold separately)
- Corrosion Resistance: Full-polish chrome finish for durability and easy cleaning
- Comprehensive Mechanics Set: Includes SAE and metric sockets, ratchets, wrenches, and specialty bits for automotive and mechanical work
Included Tools:
- (1) 1/4-in, (1) 3/8-in, (1) 1/2-in drive low-profile quick-release ratchets
- (3) Extension bars
- (95) Sockets
- (10) Combination wrenches
- (2) Universal joints
- (12) Nut bits
- (88) Specialty bits
- (28) Hex keys
- (1) Nut driver
Community Reviews
This Craftsman Versastack set is a compact all in one mechanics kit that covers nearly everything a homeowner or basic garage setup needs. The 242 pieces, low profile ratchets, and stackable drawer case make it useful for cars, house work, and van storage, with room to add a few extras later. The main gaps are no pliers and not quite as many specialty items as the larger 262 piece set, which adds extra hex keys, spark plug sockets, and 90 tooth ratchets. A solid base kit if you want broad coverage without paying for the bigger bundle.
Common Questions (5)
Yes. It covers practically all standard use cases and about 99% of what a homeowner needs, with some spare room left in the case for a few added tools. It is a strong base kit for house, car, and general maintenance.
The 262-piece set adds more tools, including extra hex keys and spark plug sockets, and its ratchets are 90-tooth instead of 72-tooth. The 242-piece set is the better buy if you want the lower price now and can add specific extras later.
Yes. It has been used successfully in a utility van and for work around the house and car, and the locking mechanism is preferred over the Kobalt 300x kit for the same price. The drawers can tip the case if left hanging open.
The biggest omissions are pliers, and it may also need a few extra wrenches or oil-change-specific pieces depending on your use. It is designed as a solid core set that you can upgrade over time instead of replacing.
No, it does not include pliers. The practical workaround is to use the savings to buy a separate pair of pliers and add only the extra tools you actually need later.
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Note: Availability for pickup may vary by location.
Features:
Low-Profile Ratchets: Up to 25% thinner head for accessing tight, confined spaces in automotive and DIY tasks
72-Tooth Mechanism: 5-degree arc swing allows easy use in tight spots
One-Handed Operation: VERSASTACK toolbox features a spring-loaded dial to open/close and lock drawers with one hand
Stackable Design: Drawers can be stacked on top of the toolbox for quick, convenient access
VERSASTACK Compatible: Durable case with 3 removable drawers and tool-secure organizers (additional systems sold separately)
Corrosion Resistance: Full-polish chrome finish for durability and easy cleaning
Comprehensive Mechanics Set: Includes SAE and metric sockets, ratchets, wrenches, and specialty bits for automotive and mechanical work
Included Tools:
(1) 1/4-in, (1) 3/8-in, (1) 1/2-in drive low-profile quick-release ratchets
(3) Extension bars
(95) Sockets
(10) Combination wrenches
(2) Universal joints
(12) Nut bits
(88) Specialty bits
(28) Hex keys
(1) Nut driver
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