Other than the obvious, what is the difference between 6 point and 12 point sockets? Is one better than the other for certain things, or is it just a matter of personal preference?
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When I started wrenching on cars 30 years ago, within a year I replaced my hand-me-down 12-pts with 6-pt impact sockets and never looked back. I'm still using the same set this day.
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The automakers invented/popularized phillips heads in the 40's just because the screwdriver doesn't slip off on the assembly line. Bet the torx has similar speed/ease of assembly considerations.