Inch drive sockets, deep or shallow

[mitch504]

Yeah, I have a lot of Proto, and most of what I buy now is Wright, just because there is a good dealer near me. They are both good. I hate cheap junk, if you are not going to strain it, you don't need 1" drive.

Ironoracle, thanks for the comment on Grey Pneumatic, I've been looking at them, but haven't tried one yet.

 

[theironoracle]

IMPACT, this may show my work quality to much but with these bigger sockets i only have the 6 point fractional sockets and i use them on metric fastners, hasn't bit me in the but yet. i would recommend maybe purchasing the metric sets instead if you work mainly on metric equipment, i currently work on about 50/50 the older stuff is starting to drop off and i will have to buy the metrics one day. as far as where to purchase i use landmesser tools or just google part numbers if i have lots of time to price shop............theironoracle

 

[stumpjumper83]

go to auctions, i bought a set of 1" drive snap on for $165, got the ratchet head, 25 sockets and a breaker bar...

 

[mitch504]

Using 6 point standard on big metric bolts has always worked for me till I got to one on a Komatsu dozer blade a few months ago, so now I own one 1" dr metric socket, but I don't remember the size.

 

[smittysrepair]

On the brand of sockets topic. I own and have owned about every brand imaginable. And to be honest the Gray Pneumatic are very good impact sockets and one of my favorite brands. I had a set of 3/4" drive and 1" drive ones for over ten years. And honestly I used them more then other brands and never broke one. However I did replace a few due to being worn out. I now use mainly all Snap-On sockets for everything. And the sad part is I have broken several of them. They are always willing to replace them. But I don't have a guy in my area. So once I do find a dealer then I have to hope he has the size I need. So now with all things considered every time I think about the cost vs quality difference I kick myself in the ass for changing. Lol

 

[Greg]

A new Wright 1.0" drive with shallow sockets, non impact, will be 12 point and come with a ratchet, a tee bar, an extension and set you back about $1,500.00. I got mine for $520.00 on ebay. Was new except for one socket being used. A real steal if I say so myself, and yes, I sleep very well.

Seriously, buy a good set. Cheap tools aren't worth the waste as they will break and break and break and break. I have sockets sets from 1/4" up through 1.0" here and would be lost without all of them. Don't count out a 3/4" set as you will use that too. Maybe even more then the 1.0" set.

 

[Greg]

Oh ya, the stuff from Harbor Freight is junk. Wouldn't take it if you gave it to me.

 

[NoCrapmatsu]

Grey Pneumatics have been amazing to me. And for the price I got them I couldn't be happier.

 

[Impact]

Shallow fractional
Deep Fractional
Shallow Metric
Deep Metric

6 point and 12 point in each of course.

 

[still learn'n]

I have grey pneumatic in 1/2 inch and 1" drive and I have not had any problems with them! Talked to local tractor shop and they love gp duo sockets I think they are supposed to be toughness of impact but thickness of impact! I dont use them everday like sum hf people do the boss has to much variety for me to do!! Jerry

 

[norite]

go to auctions, i bought a set of 1" drive snap on for $165, got the ratchet head, 25 sockets and a breaker bar...

Nice score!

 

[STOIE]

Hey again,

Love the responses it's great to hear insider advise on this sort of thing.
I only buy quality tools, thus the reason why I asked here as to what's best... harbour freight can suck it.

I might look into the Gray Pneumatic sockets.
I'm looking at buying just metric as with the larger stuff if you buy within 1mm on a metric socket it will work fine on fractional too, I assume?!?
And I assume from everything I have read (and done with all my other sets), I will bite the bullet and get shallow and deep right off the bat.

3/4 will come shortly, but, I can't afford a full deep / shallow of both 3/4 and 1" right now.

Ohhh and I plan on buying 6 point impact, if I want some 12 point non-impact I can buy them down the track.

Keep the responses coming!

 

[RobVG]

Caging brakes BG.

 

[RobVG]

The best tool is between your ears.

 

[STOIE]

The best tool is between your ears.

Was that meant to be offensive... or...

 

[STOIE]

Grey Pneumatic look really good, they have alot of sets with large assortment which is really nice to see.

 

[RobVG]

Wow. I had no idea that could be taken as an insult. Sorry

 

[willie59]

I don't think RobVG meant that to be offensive STOIE, I think he's saying "the best tool is your mind".

 

[RobVG]

Yes Willie, that's what I meant.

 

[STOIE]

Haha all good, I was assuming that, but, didn't know if I said something dumb :S

Anyway, grey pneumatic have alot of sets!
Anyone know where I can get some rough pricing...?