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Nov 7, 2026 3:03 PM

9-Pc. Craftsman 3/8" Drive Shallow Socket Set

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Lowe's has 9-Piece Craftsman 3/8" Drive Shallow Socket Set (CMMT16881) on sale for $11.98. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits. Shipping is free for MyLowe's Rewards Members on orders $25+ (free to join).

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  • Hi-Vis Markings - Find the right size in low light environments with highly visible, large, paint-filled markings
  • Color-Coded Rings - Make easy measurment IDs between Metric (white) and SAE (red) with color-coded markings
  • Versatile Performance - Take on automotive repairs, home renovations, and other high-torque applications with this comprehensive socket set
  • Easy Attach - Move fast with a dual-hole design and groove that makes attachment quick and easy
  • Corrosion Resistant - Help prevent damage from demanding tasks with a black-oxide finish

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Lowe's has 9-Piece Craftsman 3/8" Drive Shallow Socket Set (CMMT16881) on sale for $11.98. Select Free Store Pickup where stock permits. Shipping is free for MyLowe's Rewards Members on orders $25+ (free to join).

Thanks Community Member blingkblingk for sharing this deal

Features:
  • Hi-Vis Markings - Find the right size in low light environments with highly visible, large, paint-filled markings
  • Color-Coded Rings - Make easy measurment IDs between Metric (white) and SAE (red) with color-coded markings
  • Versatile Performance - Take on automotive repairs, home renovations, and other high-torque applications with this comprehensive socket set
  • Easy Attach - Move fast with a dual-hole design and groove that makes attachment quick and easy
  • Corrosion Resistant - Help prevent damage from demanding tasks with a black-oxide finish

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Nov 7, 2026 5:45 PM
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TomTerrificNov 7, 2026 5:45 PM
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Thanks OP, great deal on some quality sockets, in for a few sets
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Nov 7, 2026 6:34 PM
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Nov 7, 2026 6:34 PM
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all my nearby stores have only one in stock, guessing order will be canceled soon.
Nov 7, 2026 7:13 PM
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FastZX6RNov 7, 2026 7:13 PM
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I show 46 available to ship with free shipping at this price.
Nov 7, 2026 8:57 PM
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{PMS}fishyNov 7, 2026 8:57 PM
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No 16mm no go for Audi/VW.
Nov 7, 2026 9:56 PM
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stegallNov 7, 2026 9:56 PM
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Nice price. Repped.
Nov 7, 2026 10:29 PM
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pozerpholifeNov 7, 2026 10:29 PM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

Also have an SAE version for the same price
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Nov 7, 2026 11:42 PM
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IdahoRoamingGnomeNov 7, 2026 11:42 PM
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Order canceled.

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Nov 8, 2026 1:06 AM
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TealThread549Nov 8, 2026 1:06 AM
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Quote from IdahoRoamingGnome View quoted comment :
Order canceled.
I am waiting expecting that also. So many stores had 1 only and that is also sus. The earlier post had link pics to deepwell 20pc set mixed in. Craftsmans website helped clarify and the correct model # for metric that I found to order as that SD post had only two SAE links by mistake.
Nov 8, 2026 1:06 AM
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IdahoRoamingGnomeNov 8, 2026 1:06 AM
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Quote from TealThread549 View quoted comment :
I am waiting expecting that also. So many stores had 1 only and that is also sus. The earlier post had link pics to deepwell 20pc set mixed in. Craftsmans website helped clarify and the correct model # for metric that I found to order as that SD post had only two SAE links by mistake.
I converted to shipping, so I guess I'll see what I get for each.
Nov 8, 2026 9:27 AM
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FondgainNov 8, 2026 9:27 AM
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Quote from {PMS}fishy View quoted comment :
No 16mm no go for Audi/VW.
If you own/work on Audi or VW, you must have a half a dozen of 16mm sockets, why do you need another one. 😆
If 16 mm is all you need to work on your car, then you definately would not benefit from this one.
Nov 8, 2026 11:49 AM
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BraveTest551Nov 8, 2026 11:49 AM
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Quote from TealThread549 View quoted comment :
I am waiting expecting that also. So many stores had 1 only and that is also sus. The earlier post had link pics to deepwell 20pc set mixed in. Craftsmans website helped clarify and the correct model # for metric that I found to order as that SD post had only two SAE links by mistake.
The family runs 16880 SAE shallow, 16881 metric shallow, 16882 SAE deep, 16883 metric deep; only 16881 and 16883 are metric.
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Nov 8, 2026 1:37 PM
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willgetitNov 8, 2026 1:37 PM
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Are they CR-V or CR-MO?
Nov 8, 2026 5:44 PM
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TealThread549Nov 8, 2026 5:44 PM
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Quote from willgetit View quoted comment :
Are they CR-V or CR-MO?
I had to google which is better. I'm guessing moly additive as it's black oxide finished and better as an impact. I'll paste info below. The Craftsman website also gives no specs. If you are looking for Cr-V impact tools that is interesting🤨
Cr-Mo (Chrome Molybdenum) and Cr-V (Chrome Vanadium) are two primary alloy steels used to manufacture sockets, wrenches, and hand tools. While they share similar iron and chromium bases, their secondary alloying elements and heat treatments give them distinct strengths
Chrome Vanadium (Cr-V)


  • Key Alloying Element: Vanadium (~0.15–0.25%) [1]
  • Hardness (HRC): Higher (38–44 HRC) [1]
  • Characteristics: Harder, more rigid, and holds a shiny chrome-plated finish. It resists regular wear and rounding better during static manual use. [1]
  • Best For: Hand ratchets, manual sockets, breaker bars, and standard wrenches operated by hand. [1]
  • Safety Warning: Never use Cr-V sockets on an impact wrench. Because they are harder and more brittle, the sudden hammer blows of an impact tool can cause Cr-V to crack or shatter, creating a severe safety hazard. [1, 2]
  • Chrome Molybdenum (Cr-Mo)


    • Key Alloying Element: Molybdenum (~0.15–0.30%) [1]
    • Hardness (HRC): Slightly lower (33–40 HRC) [1]
    • Characteristics: Softer, more ductile, and tougher. It absorbs high-stress, repetitive impact energy by flexing or slightly deforming rather than shattering. It typically features a matte-black manganese phosphate finish. [1, 2, 3]
    • Best For: Pneumatic or cordless impact wrenches, impact sockets, and high-torque or rusted-bolt removal. [1, 2, 3]
    • Drawbacks: Often has thicker walls to handle impact forces (making it harder to fit into tight spaces) and may wear out or "mushroom" slightly faster under heavy cyclical abuse than Cr-V does under hand torque.
    • Manganese phosphate finish — the matte black coating is not cosmetic; it provides corrosion resistance and reduces galling between the socket and fastener during high-torque impact use
    • The molybdenum is the critical difference. It allows the steel to be tempered at higher temperatures while retaining strength, which produces a microstructure with significantly greater resistance to shock loading. This is why Cr-Mo is the industry standard for any tool that will be driven by a pneumatic or cordless impact wrench.
Last edited by TealThread549 November 8, 2026 at 10:50 AM.
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Ordered both SAE and Metric set. Counting down to when they'll be cancelled.

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rayrayzYesterday 3:24 AM
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Their site sucks as it doesn't have metric or sae on either products. Ended up ordering 1 each. They are devious

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