I own a lot of Tekton and have to agree with the torque wrench. I bought a 3/8 to replace my Pittsburgh and to be honest I still go back to the Pittsburgh one. I can't break in the spring so can't get it to higher torques without using a socket, which they say not to. The Pittsburgh was half the price and seems to do about as good a job.
It's interesting that you chose the 1/2" drive 25ft/lbs to 250ft/lbs torque wrench from them. I have the exact one as it was a replacement for my Craftsman 25ft/lbs to 150ft/lbs torque wrench. Only thing I'm not a fan of on it is, the locking knob at the bottom comes loose and doesn't lock the handle in very well.
I can hardly ever use this 1/2 inch for anything other than wheels. Anything underneath the car is extremely difficult to use this torque wrench on because it hardly has any teeth and the wrench is so long. End up borrowing my friends snap on 3/8 flex head that goes up to 100 foot pounds and it can do almost every bolt on the car much easier. I’d say it’s one time where I would consider buying a snap on tool
@@Win8pc I'm a used car technician, but I do agree, if I'm trying to use it on the ground at home, it's difficult to do say caliper bracket to knuckle bolts easily. At work on a car lift, pretty easy. Now that digital attachment one has caught my interest. If that can do degrees I could maybe use it. Some stuff on new vehicles are torque to yield, such as brake bolts and crankshaft pulley bolt. That one on the 3.6L Pentastar is 35ft/lbs and 105⁰.
I have one and its a decent wrench, way easier on your back than the 150lber but its a rebrand generic. Kinda like buying an astro impact from sunex or capri, same thing with some extra paint on it.
I use the tekton tap and die set in school for machining (3rd year student) and I have been surprisingly impressed by them with the more use I get out of them. My only thing is that they DO NOT like harder materials like 4140 or stainless, it isn't that they can't cut the threads, they just bind up a lot, but for softer materials I have nothing bad to say
I haven't used a digital torque adapter. I like the tactile feedback of a click torque wrench. I can operate it with little brain power. Anyone else the same way? Have you tried a digital adapter and do you like it?
You can definitely find some stuff cheaper at harbor freight but the biggest thing for me is that I’m willing to spend a little more money for something that’s not made in China. I try to avoid buying Chinese at all cost
A lot of the Harbor Freight hand tools are actually made in Taiwan! But I totally agree, I'm willing to pay a few more bucks to get a Taiwanese tool over a Chinese tool. Always have to look at the country of manufacture.
Amazon is becoming a flea market with dozens of rebranded weird named products with reviews that can't be trusted. The only thing its got going for it is its easy return policy. More and more I find myself sticking with trusted brands.
The biggest problem with the "buy American" sentiment that so many people tout is that it's often a load of crap. Everyone has a massive erection for local/American/artisan/etc. until they see the price tag, and then suddenly, they want Walmart prices along with it. I see it all the time with my business and my wife saw it aplenty when she worked retail. Old men are NOTORIOUSLY bad for it.
I have 3 Tekton torque wrenches (1/4", 3/8", 1/2") and the nice thing about them is they lifetime warranty them and they include calibration. It's hard to find a lifetime warranty on a torque wrench, even if they are farming out the manufacturing. I paid $20 each, so I'm happy. Meijer used to carry Tekton and they would do an annual Thanksgiving sale of either 40% or 50% off everything Tekton, it was the best.
Ive bought so many Tekton chrome socket sets with the locking rails that I should never need to buy another socket. I paid less than $600 for 1/4,3/8, 1/2 sae and metric deep and shallow. I think it was an awesome value no skips. I also bought the metric angle head wrenches. I just ordered their 1/4" and 3/8" wobble sockets. I think the sockets are the best value out there. I do buy grey pneumatic, and Sunnex impact sockets. They are also an unbeatable value.
Do those digital torque adapters have the same issue with them that the click torque wrenches do where they are only accurate for 20%-80% of their torque range? I dont see why they would give it a torque range where its not reliable for the upper & lower end of the range. They should just declare the range for what it is accurate for. If its not accurate for 10-20 ft/lbs then just say the range starts at 21ft/lbs then. Do do those torque adapters have the same issue? What about a digital torque wrench does it eliminate that problem by spending more on a Digital Torque Wrench?
Hello, I recently needed impact sockets; it came down to Tekton vs Capri for worth vs value. I ordered Tekton but my SAE sets wound up looking remarkably different than my Metric sets. The SAE deeps have cylindrical extensions as do the shorts but the Metrics are conical near the business end. What is up with this? I will hold off a couple weeks before addressing this with Tekton as I have work to perform. Afterwards, I am looking for answers. I have pics but am uncertain how to load them.
I know this is an old comment, but Tekton redesigned their impact sockets. The cone nose is the old design, the step down cylinder nose is the new design.
Hi bear. I have been looking around for a bench vise lately and was looking at the same tekton vise. Is there anything 6 to 8 inch vise that I should be looking at?
Depends on your budget. You won't find anything cheaper for the money than the Tekton. HF has some new made in Taiwan Doyle brand vises coming out. If you want a decent made in Germany Ridgid has some cool stuff but for a real Made in the USA you are looking $1k plus.
I love the tool cart wink and nudge showing the $249.00 Harbor freight cart.🤣 I sure would not spend 700+ for "the other". I personally own snap and craftsman boxes, 40 years ago I would have purchased these HF boxes instead if they existed back then. They seem to be very good quality boxes.
talking about OEM from somebody else. I just exchanged a Pittsburgh 1/2" torque wrench. the packaging says Pittsburgh, but it says Olympia tools in the plastic of the case.
Those Harbor Freight C clamps are beyond bad they're just so awful I can hardly express my disgust with them. I have some of small ones and the jaw is so far out of line with the spindle that it does not clamp on anything more than a clothespin. The only use I've found for them over the years is to clamp them on desk legs and use them as cable organizers.
I bought some Tekton hand tools from Meijer last year when they were all 50% off (they don't sell them anymore). The high torque screwdrivers are awesome and regret not buying the nut driver set. I also got a few socket sets and a set of stubby ratcheting wrenches.
I felt the same way about some of their tools. They have the premium and some not so premium. Just curious, do all the tools you mention have the "always warranty"? Love the channel!!!
@@denoftools Interesting, I guess in that case, they might have a leg up on some of the competition in this vid. My philosophy is buy the best you can afford, but for those who have limited resources, all things being equal, some of Tekton's offerings may be a better alternative. That having been said, as a person looking to buy some new tools and is a big fan of Tekton, I will avoid those products mentioned like the Bubonic Plague! :) Thanks for all you do!
I have the cart and think it's a nice piece, but I have only compared to the Harbor Freight, and for sure the Tekton is far more stable. Probably not worth the price, but I like it. You could add the 4th drawer if you wanted. The cutouts are there for the lock, but of course the side and rear plates only will cover the top 3 drawers, so you will see the drawer slides ect. The 5th drawer could be added with some work with a drill/file I suppose if you wanted.
The thing about the cheaper magnet trays on Amazon is it's really a gamble. There's been a few cheap ones I've got I still use years later and then there's some I ordered (same brand as the good ones) that just suck. What I mean by that is,the magnet isn't very good on some more than others. I had one that only magnetized one corner and it was so damn annoying,one had the magnet fall off,one was magnetic but very weak,it was a gamble. The tekton magnet trays have never let me down and Lord I love them. Even the price fits tbh
Tekton tools torque wrench A+ I Needed a 250 foot pound torque wrench. Craftsman $95😐 Husky $90😐 Harbor Freight icon $125😵😳 Tekton tools 60 bucks😀 The wrench isn't glamorous but it is heavy duty. It is lifetime warranty. It is mechanical like the other ranches I am comparing it to. It was the best deal by far.
I used a Gearwrench master tap and die set before and I can say that it was probably the best set I ever used. Only issue is that it runs for over $400 if not $500+ and I can't justify that kind of a purchase. It does have everything you would need.
I am going to have to pick up one of those digital torque adapters. I always wonder how bad my click wrenches are. Also, if I wanted a service cart with an open top and maybe a single drawer, any recommendations?
@StumpkillerCP they do. But after 15 years, it makes you wonder. I actually had my 1/2" tested recently. It's a Great Neck and at least 15 years old. It always gets chucked in the toolbox on high because lugnuts are the last thing on. It was off by about 2% off the top of my head.
There is a difference between a rethreading kit and a tap and die set. They do different things. Using a tap and die set removes material vs restoring the thread. Probably doesn’t matter for most situations however
I bought Tekton torque wrenches, and I wasn't happy with the usability with that style, so I went to Husky and much happier with those. Not much more either when you catch them on sale for $50 each.
My biggest disappointment in Tekton is their Punches and Chisels. Very soft, bendy, breaky. That is my experience. 1. I got the Tekton Driver set and I am happy with it. So for $4 less you can get 20% more tools with Capri. I did not shop around because I am sold on Tekton. Amazon has lots of tool brands that I don't know what the quality of. Capri does not have the 10% plus student discount. 2. Agree generic Torque. Price is ok and quality works. 3. Locking Pliers. Love the new version with the Big Knob. 4. Tekton Tool Boxes are almost at Tool Truck Prices. I have seen their 36 inch box and it is built like a tank better than Snappy, MAC, MATCO, etc. 4. Everything else... yeah.
I have been wondering about that. I saw Tekton impact drivers online, but not on their site. I have been going back and forth on them, but was apprehensive due to them not being on their website. I wondered if it might be a knockoff or a discontinued item. Hard to utilize that warranty if it doesn't exist in the inventory. Thank you for the insight into the discrepancy. I'll stick with ordering their core products off their website. Those crows feet are calling my name... just wish they would hurry and get some flare wrenches on the menu.
As far as the vice, we haven't seen the new ones from HF. The shelves were empty of vices today at my local one, and they had one of those pardon our dust or similar signs on the shelf.
I want to know where to get good C clamps. I also want to know where to get wood clamps at a good price. Every time I think I should go buy 4-6 wood clamps, i see the price and go, yeah I'll go broke buying that.
My General Cart is the COCKROACH. It has been hit and knocked over with forklifts. Filled past weight capacity. Beaten. Abused. It just comes back for more. Something that would have killed my Blue Point Cart long ago.
I have my gear wrench tap/die set. As the parts go bad, I buy good taps and die. My go to is snapon as I find them beefier and higher quality, yet not the highest grade, but lifetime warranty
This is the way to do it with most tools! Buy the cheap one, if you use it enough to break it, you should probably replace it with a higher quality piece. A great tool philosophy.
@@pianomail I dont even think the snapon is that much better. They are better than gearwrench, don't get me wrong, but I don't think they are worth the $25/tool pricetage
15:22 "I'm gonna smack you with a salmon, c'mon let's be rational about this sort of thing"- lmao!!! Quick question or something to think about - if they have Tekton tools they phased out and they are cheaper why not buy the phased out at a cheaper price and use it until it fails, then take it back to Tekton? I have a Tekton torque wrench and sent them an email about where it is actually made, but the quality is great and their customer service responds quickly, so far I have not been disappointed with the tool performance of the wrenches or the torque wrench
Tekton is moving to split beam torque wrenches from precision instruments.Usa made and a fair price.I personally like the cheap digital adapters as they are very accurate and extremely easy and versatile.
I got the 1/4" torq - first time I heard of them and first tool of many from them - really like it and use it a lot. One thing I do not like is the laser etched markings - they are not going to last long term. Where you going to get a good vice - How about teaching the cubs to fish salmon in the sac river delta - and come up with a vintage Winton - I kid you not!!!! Boiling in some super green and a coat of paint and it will beat anything out there now and be around long after I'm gone! -- Moral of the story - look of a ratty second hand one!
I am surprised that you did not mention the Tekton swivel roto-head ratchet vs Harbor Freight’s Pittsburgh Pro version. I am not an expert like you but I believe this ratchet is sold under several brands, not sure which is the cheapest version or if there is even a small difference in quality. From what I’ve seen it looks like the main difference besides the colors is the spelling of the (re-)brand. Maybe you are planning a special video? Might be an interesting stand alone video to get 2-3 of these types of rebrands (ratchets, hammers, wrenches, etc.) and show the exact same tool but with the different names and prices. Take care.
I hope you don't hit me with a salmon for saying this but for a vise, I would check yard sales. Seems there is always one to be had & a lot are older American-made.
Yup. I have a little 3 inch USA made Columbian vise on my welding table. I have beaten on it, grinded and welded metal being held in it and it still works great. It was $15 well spent
So, Bear, this has nothing to do with Tekton, but I was curious what your thoughts were on another product. What do you think about Skilsaw’s table saw with worm drive?
It's a good saw. But the worm drive system isn't as effective for rip cuts and on a compact jobsite saw that is mostly what you are doing. As such you are paying for it but not really getting the benefit from it.
@@MrGtsmoker Yeah, I saw that one. Love the Malco, and I knew they’d finish well, but they are pricey. Mac has a pretty good deal on locking pliers this month, just debating if I want them or just pay up for the Malco (same as SnapOn).
I personally wouldn’t buy the tekton tool cart because you can buy a snap on for 900 or get a used blue point for a couple hundred and I will say getting a blue point service cart was amazing because I was able to empty half my tool box (76 inch bottom and 54 inch top box from US general) into the bad boy just because how deep the draws are. If you use US general boxes you will know what I am talking about
The locking pliers remind me of buying a lawn mower or snowblower from Home depot or Lowe's versus an Ariens of John deere dealer. They are NOT the same. All my Torque wrenches are from Proto They've lasted a long time and still are accurate. I've never used one of those torque tools, I'll have to check them out.
Tekton's allen wrenches absolutely suck, I bought the set about a year ago and so many of them rounded out after only a few uses, I have never had to replace a tool after only a few weeks due to wear. Replaced them with craftsman for about the same amount and a year later they are still completely fine and I'm a refrigeration tech so my tools see pretty heavy use and I honestly don't think I'll be buying from tekton again this was my first and likely last purchase from them unless they make something no one else offers.
I have the 1/2 drive they sent me one for free for some reason. Had it calibrate it so I could use it for work but have only used it a handful of times. Usually use CDI or Precision instruments. It’s not a bad but it’s not as good as the other ones. They all passed calibration every year even my hf ones that’s all I care about
Before I saw this video I bought a 5” c-clamp from Tekton. The up side is it was cheaper than TSC’s 5” c-clamp. With the 10% credit it was $2.20 less for the Tekton c-clamp. The quality is very good and they don’t try to hide that it’s made in China. One side of the clamp is embossed with Tekton and the other side is embossed with China. The only disappointment is that the clamp is shallow. I measured the distance between the screw and the spine and it is 2-3/16”(56mm), 1 inch less than my other 5” c-clamps. That said, I prefer to call it a D-clamp. LOL
baer we love the power tap brand there kinda cheaper but we run them in out haas cnc but trust me yes one tap cant cost has much has that hole set most just the ones with coolent jets hole in them
My solution for C-Clamps is to throw out any Chinese made C-Clamps and Finding Old U.S. Made at yard , garage sales. I free them up and clean them up. They hold up so much better then every Chinese import C- clamp.
I bought the 4" (not the 8" you're showing) for $50 in 2016 and although not fancy or plush, does great when I use it. But for the $155 you're showing here, the 8" seems very salty. I've been buying Tekton product since 2016 and most of it is a great value and I continue to buy it. The drive bits and screwdrivers look like nothing special, but sockets and wrenches are amazing.
Tekton dead blow hammers are made by trusty-cook and they have dead blow ball peen also all made in USA. Trusty cook makes them for others SK Matco etc. Just to let you know.
Yep, I have all of Tekton's torque wrenches and I even recalibrated the ½" and ⅜" myself to be even more accurate. I even have the Gearwrench ½" 25 lbs-ft to 250 lbs-ft digital with angle torque wrench that I paid 2 Ben Franklins for that I don't like as much as my Tekton click style.
FYI The Tekton quick adjust bar clamps are weak.The grip is cheap and will flex. Plus the clamping power isn't there. My Irwin clamps are far superior.
A local charity store opened in my town about 20 years ago, and at first, had a few good tools (some still in blister cards). Tried to visit once week till there was fewer deals. People got to donating worthless junk, till it finally closed. But I was able to score a few useful articles. 😁
Northern tool has vise I can't remember the name staered with a k. But combine with there coupon and I got one for damn near 100. With the vise it wasn't something I needed right then soo I looked around for a deal. Also talking bout tap n die I just went on Amazon spent 30 or 40 for a set and it's been great for what I need. Like you said if that's what you need for your professional career then you are spending money for quality tools
I worked as plumbing electrical Dept Head for regional lumberyard. Got in new hose and tubing display. Took old one home, disassembled and used the three metal shelves to make a portable work cart. Turned holes for hose to back, ripped 2x4's to reinforce shelf, surrounded with scrap plywood on three sides, painted dark blue with polyurethane paint and put caster wheels on bottom. Even bought black floor runner to line shelves. It's 32" wide, 14 1/2" deep and 34" high. Handiest thing I ever made. Use top to spread tools and other two to organize parts as they come off car. I don't see things as what they are, I see them as what they could be.
you can not add three more drawers to the Tekton cart no way to lock them. The lock bar punch-outs are only there for three drawers max. I own one of them if you have any questions feel free to ask.
I own a lot of Tekton and have to agree with the torque wrench. I bought a 3/8 to replace my Pittsburgh and to be honest I still go back to the Pittsburgh one. I can't break in the spring so can't get it to higher torques without using a socket, which they say not to. The Pittsburgh was half the price and seems to do about as good a job.
It's interesting that you chose the 1/2" drive 25ft/lbs to 250ft/lbs torque wrench from them. I have the exact one as it was a replacement for my Craftsman 25ft/lbs to 150ft/lbs torque wrench. Only thing I'm not a fan of on it is, the locking knob at the bottom comes loose and doesn't lock the handle in very well.
I can hardly ever use this 1/2 inch for anything other than wheels. Anything underneath the car is extremely difficult to use this torque wrench on because it hardly has any teeth and the wrench is so long. End up borrowing my friends snap on 3/8 flex head that goes up to 100 foot pounds and it can do almost every bolt on the car much easier. I’d say it’s one time where I would consider buying a snap on tool
I’ve had no problem with the same torque size. I wouldn’t buy it for a high use situation, but good otherwise.
@@Win8pc what the hell are you torguing underneath the car lmao
@@Win8pc I'm a used car technician, but I do agree, if I'm trying to use it on the ground at home, it's difficult to do say caliper bracket to knuckle bolts easily. At work on a car lift, pretty easy.
Now that digital attachment one has caught my interest. If that can do degrees I could maybe use it. Some stuff on new vehicles are torque to yield, such as brake bolts and crankshaft pulley bolt. That one on the 3.6L Pentastar is 35ft/lbs and 105⁰.
I have one and its a decent wrench, way easier on your back than the 150lber but its a rebrand generic. Kinda like buying an astro impact from sunex or capri, same thing with some extra paint on it.
I use the tekton tap and die set in school for machining (3rd year student) and I have been surprisingly impressed by them with the more use I get out of them. My only thing is that they DO NOT like harder materials like 4140 or stainless, it isn't that they can't cut the threads, they just bind up a lot, but for softer materials I have nothing bad to say
I haven't used a digital torque adapter. I like the tactile feedback of a click torque wrench. I can operate it with little brain power. Anyone else the same way? Have you tried a digital adapter and do you like it?
I've tried both and find it's easier to miss the click then it is to miss the BEEEEEEEEP of the digital version.
You can definitely find some stuff cheaper at harbor freight but the biggest thing for me is that I’m willing to spend a little more money for something that’s not made in China. I try to avoid buying Chinese at all cost
A lot of the Harbor Freight hand tools are actually made in Taiwan! But I totally agree, I'm willing to pay a few more bucks to get a Taiwanese tool over a Chinese tool. Always have to look at the country of manufacture.
If China is good enough for sleepy Joe it’s good enough for all of us , or something like that
@@donotrobme9295 😂
China is good enough to make ties and hats for Trump.
Amazon is becoming a flea market with dozens of rebranded weird named products with reviews that can't be trusted. The only thing its got going for it is its easy return policy. More and more I find myself sticking with trusted brands.
4:18 I love how they are using a click style torque wrench with the digital torque adapter. Hahahaha. Double checking at the same time.
The biggest problem with the "buy American" sentiment that so many people tout is that it's often a load of crap. Everyone has a massive erection for local/American/artisan/etc. until they see the price tag, and then suddenly, they want Walmart prices along with it. I see it all the time with my business and my wife saw it aplenty when she worked retail. Old men are NOTORIOUSLY bad for it.
I have 3 Tekton torque wrenches (1/4", 3/8", 1/2") and the nice thing about them is they lifetime warranty them and they include calibration. It's hard to find a lifetime warranty on a torque wrench, even if they are farming out the manufacturing. I paid $20 each, so I'm happy. Meijer used to carry Tekton and they would do an annual Thanksgiving sale of either 40% or 50% off everything Tekton, it was the best.
What is in your opinion the best set of hex bit sockets?
Ive bought so many Tekton chrome socket sets with the locking rails that I should never need to buy another socket. I paid less than $600 for 1/4,3/8, 1/2 sae and metric deep and shallow. I think it was an awesome value no skips. I also bought the metric angle head wrenches. I just ordered their 1/4" and 3/8" wobble sockets. I think the sockets are the best value out there. I do buy grey pneumatic, and Sunnex impact sockets. They are also an unbeatable value.
Do those digital torque adapters have the same issue with them that the click torque wrenches do where they are only accurate for 20%-80% of their torque range?
I dont see why they would give it a torque range where its not reliable for the upper & lower end of the range. They should just declare the range for what it is accurate for. If its not accurate for 10-20 ft/lbs then just say the range starts at 21ft/lbs then.
Do do those torque adapters have the same issue? What about a digital torque wrench does it eliminate that problem by spending more on a Digital Torque Wrench?
Hello,
I recently needed impact sockets; it came down to Tekton vs Capri for worth vs value.
I ordered Tekton but my SAE sets wound up looking remarkably different than my Metric sets.
The SAE deeps have cylindrical extensions as do the shorts but the Metrics are conical near the business end. What is up with this?
I will hold off a couple weeks before addressing this with Tekton as I have work to perform. Afterwards, I am looking for answers. I have pics but am uncertain how to load them.
I know this is an old comment, but Tekton redesigned their impact sockets. The cone nose is the old design, the step down cylinder nose is the new design.
Mr. Tool Bear you hit it out of the ball park. Great video and analysis of different tools etc.
Project farm tried out there locking pliers. Did not work well at all. Still curious if it was a one off or if they're all that way.
Yeah, he tested the Amazon made in China versions.
Hi bear. I have been looking around for a bench vise lately and was looking at the same tekton vise. Is there anything 6 to 8 inch vise that I should be looking at?
Depends on your budget. You won't find anything cheaper for the money than the Tekton. HF has some new made in Taiwan Doyle brand vises coming out. If you want a decent made in Germany Ridgid has some cool stuff but for a real Made in the USA you are looking $1k plus.
@@denoftools Thank you
I love the tool cart wink and nudge showing the $249.00 Harbor freight cart.🤣 I sure would not spend 700+ for "the other". I personally own snap and craftsman boxes, 40 years ago I would have purchased these HF boxes instead if they existed back then. They seem to be very good quality boxes.
the HF cart even at $249 is a great deal. Kind of cray to think that a few years ago you could get them on sale for around $169.
So the Capri Tools CP30031 Master Torx Star Socket Set, 60-Piece is made in China. Is there a better set out for the similar price?
Does that carts individual drawer segments come out like a high quality "packout" so you can grab the drawer you need and take it?
talking about OEM from somebody else. I just exchanged a Pittsburgh 1/2" torque wrench. the packaging says Pittsburgh, but it says Olympia tools in the plastic of the case.
Those Harbor Freight C clamps are beyond bad they're just so awful I can hardly express my disgust with them. I have some of small ones and the jaw is so far out of line with the spindle that it does not clamp on anything more than a clothespin. The only use I've found for them over the years is to clamp them on desk legs and use them as cable organizers.
I bought some Tekton hand tools from Meijer last year when they were all 50% off (they don't sell them anymore). The high torque screwdrivers are awesome and regret not buying the nut driver set. I also got a few socket sets and a set of stubby ratcheting wrenches.
Something about the click on the torque wrench is satisfying.
I hate that flashing at the opening sequence.
Yes as a machinist you are correct. But buy each tap individual. No sets. And multiple styles of taps for different processes.
I felt the same way about some of their tools. They have the premium and some not so premium. Just curious, do all the tools you mention have the "always warranty"? Love the channel!!!
I've talked to Tekton and their position is "If it has our name on it, it's guaranteed".
@@denoftools Interesting, I guess in that case, they might have a leg up on some of the competition in this vid. My philosophy is buy the best you can afford, but for those who have limited resources, all things being equal, some of Tekton's offerings may be a better alternative.
That having been said, as a person looking to buy some new tools and is a big fan of Tekton, I will avoid those products mentioned like the Bubonic Plague! :) Thanks for all you do!
I have the cart and think it's a nice piece, but I have only compared to the Harbor Freight, and for sure the Tekton is far more stable. Probably not worth the price, but I like it. You could add the 4th drawer if you wanted. The cutouts are there for the lock, but of course the side and rear plates only will cover the top 3 drawers, so you will see the drawer slides ect. The 5th drawer could be added with some work with a drill/file I suppose if you wanted.
The thing about the cheaper magnet trays on Amazon is it's really a gamble. There's been a few cheap ones I've got I still use years later and then there's some I ordered (same brand as the good ones) that just suck. What I mean by that is,the magnet isn't very good on some more than others. I had one that only magnetized one corner and it was so damn annoying,one had the magnet fall off,one was magnetic but very weak,it was a gamble. The tekton magnet trays have never let me down and Lord I love them. Even the price fits tbh
Since I got the Malco Eagle Grip Locking pliers, I am way too spoiled to consider any others
Tekton tools torque wrench A+
I Needed a 250 foot pound torque wrench.
Craftsman $95😐
Husky $90😐
Harbor Freight icon $125😵😳
Tekton tools 60 bucks😀
The wrench isn't glamorous but it is heavy duty.
It is lifetime warranty.
It is mechanical like the other ranches I am comparing it to.
It was the best deal by far.
Great vid, as always!!! 👍🙂
I used a Gearwrench master tap and die set before and I can say that it was probably the best set I ever used. Only issue is that it runs for over $400 if not $500+ and I can't justify that kind of a purchase. It does have everything you would need.
i have same set and i gotta say its fantastic ,,i have repaired vintage motorcycyle wheels ,,its the bigger gearwrench set worth every penny
I am going to have to pick up one of those digital torque adapters. I always wonder how bad my click wrenches are.
Also, if I wanted a service cart with an open top and maybe a single drawer, any recommendations?
HF has inexpensive and decent carts like that.
Your torque wrenches should have come with a calibration certificate.
@StumpkillerCP they do. But after 15 years, it makes you wonder.
I actually had my 1/2" tested recently. It's a Great Neck and at least 15 years old. It always gets chucked in the toolbox on high because lugnuts are the last thing on. It was off by about 2% off the top of my head.
Tekton wire strippers suck too….. I ordered them with the large pliers which are really nice
Jeff how about Teng Tools?
I have also been wondering about them. Junkyard Digs (Kevin) is constantly promoting them.
There is a difference between a rethreading kit and a tap and die set. They do different things. Using a tap and die set removes material vs restoring the thread. Probably doesn’t matter for most situations however
Not two days ago, I picked up the Quinn 1/2" drive torque adapter. Easily the best $29 I've ever spent on a tool, bar none!
I’ve snapped so many of their torx bits and didn’t feel like I even cranked on them hardly at all
I bought Tekton torque wrenches, and I wasn't happy with the usability with that style, so I went to Husky and much happier with those. Not much more either when you catch them on sale for $50 each.
I love husky for my cheaper stuff. Their impact sockets and ratchet wrenches have help up great as an everyday tech
My biggest disappointment in Tekton is their Punches and Chisels. Very soft, bendy, breaky. That is my experience.
1. I got the Tekton Driver set and I am happy with it. So for $4 less you can get 20% more tools with Capri. I did not shop around because I am sold on Tekton. Amazon has lots of tool brands that I don't know what the quality of. Capri does not have the 10% plus student discount.
2. Agree generic Torque. Price is ok and quality works.
3. Locking Pliers. Love the new version with the Big Knob.
4. Tekton Tool Boxes are almost at Tool Truck Prices. I have seen their 36 inch box and it is built like a tank better than Snappy, MAC, MATCO, etc.
4. Everything else... yeah.
Buy OEM punches and chisels for around 75 bucks there awesome.
For rethreading you need to get the CTA 53pc rethreading kit, don't use those cheap tap and die kits for it
I have been wondering about that. I saw Tekton impact drivers online, but not on their site. I have been going back and forth on them, but was apprehensive due to them not being on their website. I wondered if it might be a knockoff or a discontinued item. Hard to utilize that warranty if it doesn't exist in the inventory. Thank you for the insight into the discrepancy. I'll stick with ordering their core products off their website. Those crows feet are calling my name... just wish they would hurry and get some flare wrenches on the menu.
I bought the Tekton torque wrench set, my only bitch is that they are only for right hand threads. I checked the calibration and they were right on
Awesome reviews and info, have a great day from Henrico County Virginia
As far as the vice, we haven't seen the new ones from HF. The shelves were empty of vices today at my local one, and they had one of those pardon our dust or similar signs on the shelf.
I want to know where to get good C clamps. I also want to know where to get wood clamps at a good price. Every time I think I should go buy 4-6 wood clamps, i see the price and go, yeah I'll go broke buying that.
For woodworking, just buy 2 at a time - take it slow - and buy good ones like Bessey.
I haven't had any problems with my Yost drop-forged C-clamps, aside from the powder coat peeling off anyway.
@@Venthorn I've broken 3 in half in the past 3 years. But they were the Pittsburgh or Walmart c clamps
I purchased the quick change nut driver set recently. The quality is ok but wow, they are quite difficult to pull out of the clip holder.
I’m very happy with Tekton torque wrenches, socket wrenches and 6-point sockets. Haven’t tried their other products.
I am still waiting for someone to beat the HF US General tool chest/cart value proposition.
My General Cart is the COCKROACH. It has been hit and knocked over with forklifts. Filled past weight capacity. Beaten. Abused. It just comes back for more. Something that would have killed my Blue Point Cart long ago.
You can buy the exact same cart at Rural King for $239 in Gray any day of the week.
@@chipb1193 Interesting.
That's impossible
I have my gear wrench tap/die set. As the parts go bad, I buy good taps and die. My go to is snapon as I find them beefier and higher quality, yet not the highest grade, but lifetime warranty
This is the way to do it with most tools! Buy the cheap one, if you use it enough to break it, you should probably replace it with a higher quality piece. A great tool philosophy.
@@pianomail I dont even think the snapon is that much better. They are better than gearwrench, don't get me wrong, but I don't think they are worth the $25/tool pricetage
15:22 "I'm gonna smack you with a salmon, c'mon let's be rational about this sort of thing"- lmao!!! Quick question or something to think about - if they have Tekton tools they phased out and they are cheaper why not buy the phased out at a cheaper price and use it until it fails, then take it back to Tekton? I have a Tekton torque wrench and sent them an email about where it is actually made, but the quality is great and their customer service responds quickly, so far I have not been disappointed with the tool performance of the wrenches or the torque wrench
They recently removed the vises from their website. And if I'm not mistaken, they were much cheaper than on Amazon.
Can you do a longterm review and tour of your ICON toolbox??
I can't as I sold that box when we moved most of our shop up to Montana last year. I'd check out Justin Dow's channel of Humble Mechanic's.
Project Farm ran a comparison on Tap and Die sets. The Winners were Craftsman and I beleive Irwin was the other one.
Tekton is moving to split beam torque wrenches from precision instruments.Usa made and a fair price.I personally like the cheap digital adapters as they are very accurate and extremely easy and versatile.
I’m done with Harbor freight on c clamps, they flex way too easy, found some old USA made clamps at a garage sale and they work great.
I got the 1/4" torq - first time I heard of them and first tool of many from them - really like it and use it a lot. One thing I do not like is the laser etched markings - they are not going to last long term.
Where you going to get a good vice - How about teaching the cubs to fish salmon in the sac river delta - and come up with a vintage Winton - I kid you not!!!! Boiling in some super green and a coat of paint and it will beat anything out there now and be around long after I'm gone! -- Moral of the story - look of a ratty second hand one!
Bear.. speaking of vices... whaddya hear about the new HF Doyle vices... are they going to hold up?
Nothing so far.
@@denoftools Just will be interested to see if HF can offer a good vice at HF prices. I like the Doyle line so far.
I am surprised that you did not mention the Tekton swivel roto-head ratchet vs Harbor Freight’s Pittsburgh Pro version. I am not an expert like you but I believe this ratchet is sold under several brands, not sure which is the cheapest version or if there is even a small difference in quality. From what I’ve seen it looks like the main difference besides the colors is the spelling of the (re-)brand.
Maybe you are planning a special video? Might be an interesting stand alone video to get 2-3 of these types of rebrands (ratchets, hammers, wrenches, etc.) and show the exact same tool but with the different names and prices.
Take care.
I hope you don't hit me with a salmon for saying this but for a vise, I would check yard sales. Seems there is always one to be had & a lot are older American-made.
That's how I got my 3. Heavy as hell, but $20 or less on each one.
I got both of mine this way. Both are US made.
Yup. I have a little 3 inch USA made Columbian vise on my welding table. I have beaten on it, grinded and welded metal being held in it and it still works great. It was $15 well spent
@@mitchells7634 , I bought a 3" USA made Wilton for $6 at a yard sale a few weeks ago. hell of a deal.
Different subject. At my local HF they had some icon sockets and some of the flex head ratchets on clearance
You are lucky. Yakima Washington we can't keep them on the shelves if we can get them at all. The ICON aisle is always empty.
The harbor freight clamps are weak, as soon as they are tightened on they start to deform
I'm holding out hope that the new Doyle vises will be that replacement.
Have purchased 2 of the 6 inch Doyle vices, amazing for the price and have held up great for everyday use
So, Bear, this has nothing to do with Tekton, but I was curious what your thoughts were on another product. What do you think about Skilsaw’s table saw with worm drive?
It's a good saw. But the worm drive system isn't as effective for rip cuts and on a compact jobsite saw that is mostly what you are doing. As such you are paying for it but not really getting the benefit from it.
I’ve debated getting their locking pliers because of the way they unlock (pulling up instead of down). They looked nice, but I’ve never tried them.
@@MrGtsmoker Yeah, I saw that one. Love the Malco, and I knew they’d finish well, but they are pricey. Mac has a pretty good deal on locking pliers this month, just debating if I want them or just pay up for the Malco (same as SnapOn).
I personally wouldn’t buy the tekton tool cart because you can buy a snap on for 900 or get a used blue point for a couple hundred and I will say getting a blue point service cart was amazing because I was able to empty half my tool box (76 inch bottom and 54 inch top box from US general) into the bad boy just because how deep the draws are. If you use US general boxes you will know what I am talking about
The locking pliers remind me of buying a lawn mower or snowblower from Home depot or Lowe's versus an Ariens of John deere dealer. They are NOT the same. All my Torque wrenches are from Proto They've lasted a long time and still are accurate. I've never used one of those torque tools, I'll have to check them out.
THANKS SIR BEAR, " I'M GONNA SMACK YOU WITH A SALMON " LMFAO, HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.
Tekton's allen wrenches absolutely suck, I bought the set about a year ago and so many of them rounded out after only a few uses, I have never had to replace a tool after only a few weeks due to wear. Replaced them with craftsman for about the same amount and a year later they are still completely fine and I'm a refrigeration tech so my tools see pretty heavy use and I honestly don't think I'll be buying from tekton again this was my first and likely last purchase from them unless they make something no one else offers.
I have the 1/2 drive they sent me one for free for some reason. Had it calibrate it so I could use it for work but have only used it a handful of times. Usually use CDI or Precision instruments. It’s not a bad but it’s not as good as the other ones. They all passed calibration every year even my hf ones that’s all I care about
Machinist here. You’re right! As a good rule of thumb, good taps do not come in sets
Before I saw this video I bought a 5” c-clamp from Tekton. The up side is it was cheaper than TSC’s 5” c-clamp. With the 10% credit it was $2.20 less for the Tekton c-clamp. The quality is very good and they don’t try to hide that it’s made in China. One side of the clamp is embossed with Tekton and the other side is embossed with China.
The only disappointment is that the clamp is shallow. I measured the distance between the screw and the spine and it is 2-3/16”(56mm), 1 inch less than my other 5” c-clamps. That said, I prefer to call it a D-clamp. LOL
baer we love the power tap brand there kinda cheaper but we run them in out haas cnc but trust me yes one tap cant cost has much has that hole set most just the ones with coolent jets hole in them
I have their 1/2 impact Master socket set and it's nice.
Have a set of their wood chisels....
Not high end, (which I also have), but hold an edge very well for the price
Damn Red! Lol hurting me a little there. I bought the tekton 1/2 20-150 ft/ibs torque wrench for 40 bucks. So far so good! I love that sucker!
There torque wrenches are not reliable, I used my in the shop for a couple months and it broke in that short time and not reliable IMO
Tekton could easily have a us with global guts torque wrench from the us suppliers that would be worth the extra cost
The new tekton split beam torque wrenches are usa made and a great buy,but you can just buy from precision instruments directly.
15:21 I’m gonna smack you with a salmon 😂
My solution for C-Clamps is to throw out any Chinese made C-Clamps and Finding Old U.S. Made at yard , garage sales. I free them up and clean them up. They hold up so much better then every Chinese import C- clamp.
I bought the 4" (not the 8" you're showing) for $50 in 2016 and although not fancy or plush, does great when I use it. But for the $155 you're showing here, the 8" seems very salty. I've been buying Tekton product since 2016 and most of it is a great value and I continue to buy it. The drive bits and screwdrivers look like nothing special, but sockets and wrenches are amazing.
Great…I have a Tekton Tap and Die set that I’ve yet to use…
This one is great, very informative and USEFUL information. Thanks.
Should do a tekton tool update
Tekton dead blow hammers are made by trusty-cook and they have dead blow ball peen also all made in USA. Trusty cook makes them for others SK Matco etc. Just to let you know.
Harbor Freight has a bunch of new vises coming out soon.
You're 100% correct about the taps.
I disagree with the torque wrench. I have all there torque wrenches and i use atleast half of them daily and they work great and no issues at all.
I have the half inch tekton torque wrench and have zero complaints
Yep, I have all of Tekton's torque wrenches and I even recalibrated the ½" and ⅜" myself to be even more accurate. I even have the Gearwrench ½" 25 lbs-ft to 250 lbs-ft digital with angle torque wrench that I paid 2 Ben Franklins for that I don't like as much as my Tekton click style.
FYI The Tekton quick adjust bar clamps are weak.The grip is cheap and will flex. Plus the clamping power isn't there. My Irwin clamps are far superior.
I don’t mind spending a couple extra bucks at Tekton due to their warranty and response on hand tools. Tool carts and boxes…not so much
Quality, American made HSS taps are so much better, cheap taps are only for cleaning up existing threads.
I've been finding a lot of decent quality tools from salvation army or yard sales. Just gotta know what you're looking at!
A local charity store opened in my town about 20 years ago, and at first, had a few good tools (some still in blister cards). Tried to visit once week till there was fewer deals. People got to donating worthless junk, till it finally closed. But I was able to score a few useful articles. 😁
I love Tekton but I just stick to their sockets and wrenches.
Used USA C-Clamps. Wire wheel, prime, paint = new👍👍
Northern tool has vise I can't remember the name staered with a k. But combine with there coupon and I got one for damn near 100. With the vise it wasn't something I needed right then soo I looked around for a deal. Also talking bout tap n die I just went on Amazon spent 30 or 40 for a set and it's been great for what I need. Like you said if that's what you need for your professional career then you are spending money for quality tools
Klutch is the house brand for northern tool
@@kennethstephens8046 that's it thanks boss
I worked as plumbing electrical Dept Head for regional lumberyard. Got in new hose and tubing display. Took old one home, disassembled and used the three metal shelves to make a portable work cart. Turned holes for hose to back, ripped 2x4's to reinforce shelf, surrounded with scrap plywood on three sides, painted dark blue with polyurethane paint and put caster wheels on bottom. Even bought black floor runner to line shelves. It's 32" wide, 14 1/2" deep and 34" high. Handiest thing I ever made. Use top to spread tools and other two to organize parts as they come off car. I don't see things as what they are, I see them as what they could be.
You may as well get a vise at harbor freight .
One tool i wish tekton would make is extended ratcheting wrenches
They do make long ratcheting wrenches.
@@benhurst1305 they're just rebranded mountain tools. Which are also good.
If you are chasing threads get a thread chase kit don't use taps.
The CTA kit
you can not add three more drawers to the Tekton cart no way to lock them. The lock bar punch-outs are only there for three drawers max. I own one of them if you have any questions feel free to ask.
Wow, Tekton told me specifically that you could add the extra drawers.
@@denoftools i will take a picture and send it to you you can add drawers just no way to lock them
Red, bring back the cigar!
I only use it on the Monday Deals of the Week vids.