Most of the Tekton stuff is made in Taiwan not China, decent stuff for the money.
Tekton tools
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Tekton states that 2% of their tools are made in China.
I have purchased a small amount of Tekton tools, and equate them as stated previously in this thread to a Craftsman level quality tool. They seem to be good for the DIY'er. I did get an extension set in 1/4" drive and one was just ever so slightly oversized and wouldn't fit into a socket. Got in touch with them and a new one was at my door quick. So as others have said, warranty and customer service seems to be great.
My only experience is with their micro driver set - it was more than enough to take apart many laptops, phones and ECUs - it even has most of the bits for an MacBook. I’d buy more of their tools.
May have been said, but those pry bars look like what’s sold at Walmart assuming they’re US made. Craftsman used to rebadge them and while I am no longer a fan, SK does as well.
I have sets with and without the strike caps. They’re awesome. Bought my dad a set too.
I have sets with and without the strike caps. They’re awesome. Bought my dad a set too.
Yeah.....I watched that but just like a ratchet test there are soooo many variables.
Honestly I'll take low backdrag and something that feels comfortable to MY hands with mediocre strength over something the tests claim are best. I don't know how strong we think ratcheting mechanisms need to be, they're not for breaking frozen fasteners. And I don't much care about open end performance because I rarely use it and never on anything very tight.
As usual PF is ok for entertainment value but this "test" doesn't guide my purchasing decision AT ALL.
That's just me, maybe some find it a valuable buyer's guide.
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Yeah their prices going up like they did kills me anytime I comment somewhere most guys usually say well they're still a good value!
( Yes but I say not as good as they were a few years ago though)
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I really like the Capri l have. Well made. Nice fit and finish, work well.
Their ratchets are nicely made.
albeit I only have a few, and don't use them everyday.
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Those Walmart pry bars are nice. They're rebranded from one of the major companies.
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TEKTON put to the test .
Gearwrench is said to have been better when they were Taiwan made as opposed to China made.
Gearwrench is said to have been better when they were Taiwan made as opposed to China made.
Another brand I like is Neiko, very good quality/price ratio too.
I also like Sunex and Gearwrench branded stuff for a good price. My Tekton 1/2" socket set is built like a tank. Well worth 200 dollars.
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I've had a good experience with Tekton. Have a torque wrench and universal socket adapters. Their warranty service is excellent.
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Yeah, It sucks Tekton had to raise their prices like they did.
I have some of Tekton's impact sockets, the long 48'' pry bar. and a 24" 1/2'' ratchet. They all seem good. I would agree Williams is a step above Tekton.
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ls Tekton still selling ratchet wrenches? l thought they quit selling them?
Yes.
TEKTON Hand Tools | Shop Sockets, Wrenches, Screwdrivers, and Pliers
Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, our focus is on making the best hand tool systems for mechanical and assembly work. We're known for our complete tool sets that don't skip sizes, and our innovative USA-made wrench and screwdriver product lines.
Sorry - a qualified "yes" - while I saw stock on their website, here is what they say in detail:
Future Ratcheting Wrench Availability
Our product team is working hard to make a new, complete line of ratcheting wrenches and sets available—ideally within the year. In the meantime, we're clearing out our old ratcheting wrench stock.I really hope they offer 12pt as an optionYes.
TEKTON Hand Tools | Shop Sockets, Wrenches, Screwdrivers, and Pliers
Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, our focus is on making the best hand tool systems for mechanical and assembly work. We're known for our complete tool sets that don't skip sizes, and our innovative USA-made wrench and screwdriver product lines.www.tekton.com
Sorry - a qualified "yes" - while I saw stock on their website, here is what they say in detail:
Future Ratcheting Wrench Availability
Our product team is working hard to make a new, complete line of ratcheting wrenches and sets available—ideally within the year. In the meantime, we're clearing out our old ratcheting wrench stock.
