Apex makes Sata. Duratech is owned by GreatStar. Regardless, I always love your channel. Those Ares ratchets are fantastic for the price. Those K-Tool look nice. Been debating on getting them myself, but I have SOOO many lol
Greatstar owns Duratech and Workpro. I'm still pissed about SK selling out to them. For now, SK is still making their USA line of tools here. They just moved the factory to Pennsylvania. But it's hard to say how long they'll keep it up. They did the same thing with Craftsman, and now 99% of that is made in China, and it is garbage compared to what it used to be. I will not buy Greatstar tools if at all possible. Most of their profit goes to fund the Chinese communist party.
Always great to have budget ideas for those getting into the field or the DIYers! Ive had great success with my capri impacts and the wheel nut packs look like a great idea as well!
0 at 6am on this side of the mountain this morning . 7 degrees right now. I have the Capri flip sockets, that mini ratchet looks interesting might have to look into that. You and your wife have a Merry Christmas.
Those Sata ratchets look very similar to the Husky ratchets sold here in Canada but with soft grip. In Canada we also have a clone Gearwrench ratchet sold at Canadian Tire under the Maximum name brand. It's made in China and all chrome with no quick release. I think all these ratchets are made by Gearwrench in their Chinese factories.
Thanks for another great feedback video, Jeff! So many good choices here. I bought that Titan side cutting pliers when you showed it to us the first time….those Sata ratchets are a steal!
Lots of "good" tools out there for restricted budgets. I found K Tool has some durable ratchets and sockets. I picked up a double set of those long cutters a few months ago for about $17, a phenomenal deal. Got that Sata set in my road pack, they are great ratchets. Ide love to put together a starter set of tools for a new tech in school. A budget challenge type thing.
Hello again, Jeff Thank you for another Great Video 👍 I have to admit that micro roto head ratchet could be very useful 😉 Merry Christmas to you and your family. Again thank you 👌
That Sata is the same design as Husky. I love Tekton, but I got my locking extensions at Menards. I'm not sure you have Menards, they're in the midwest, like Home Depot and Lowes
Apex branded tools (Gearwrench, Duralast and SATA) are a great bang for the buck. The K-Tool screwdrivers are great and feel quite similar to the old Snap-on design. It was down to 4 degrees here in CT overnight. Been hugging the pellet stove! It's going to be a cold trip to the dump with no heat in the truck today. Stay warm my friend!
Your right Jeff, China can make excellent quality tools etc. Unfortunately all these tools companies go to China to get the lowest possible price. Low price equals low quality.
Great bunch of tools Jeff my kid bought me those pliers , just like you said not bad for china made , l would like to have a Braker bar ratchet thanks again Jeff
I just picked up the new Icon long cutters the other day. I almost bought those Titan ones, but after reading all the bad reviews, I held off, and I'm glad I did because the Icon pair is really good. They're about $15 more, but I'm glad I got them instead. I've been too disappointed in ordering Chinese made tools over the years, especially from Amazon and Ebay. I do need more locking extensions, and have been looking at the Tekton ones. I've kinda been holding out to see if Icon release any. But the cheap Pittsburgh I've got are actually holing up fairly well.
Tell me friend how those duratech double box end long reach ratchet wrenches are working out for you. Merry Christmas and as always thanks for the video.
Ratcheting adapters are also good to use with fixed anvil torque wrenches. I have a 3/4” drive Gedore Dremometer and a Rahsol ratcheting adapter. Good for 560 lbs-ft. The adapter only ratchets to the left, no reverse, but the teeth are angled as a result, which I believe increases the strength of the teeth, or something. Have you used that Wen ratchet wrench set much?
Those are generally good, Gearwrench apparently makes a couple really good ratchets, the sockets and stuff I would get Tekton, I have their locking extensions which I like. Nothing wrong with Capri either. You definitely don’t need Snap-On.
It’s highly doubtful you actually need snap on. They will last 100 years of use but you don’t need that. Tekton has best no hassle fast warrantee. Website and support. Ratchets are strong. Wrenches good. I really like trilob screwdrivers. I’ve never broke a ratchet but you can buy an extra ratchet repair kit just in case. Only things I don’t like about Tekton is markings. And breaker bars are weak but warranted! Shop around. Those brands are good. Try harbor freight when they have a 30% sale. Jeff has other brands so watch his videos.
And the Tekton pliers are very good bang for buck USA mainly. Though if you can afford Knippex I’d highly recommend the cobra expanding pipe pliers above all-they will bite into anything and not give.
Sata is not a part of GreatStar. Sata is part of Apex tool group, same as Gearwrench. It is like a junior GW, not a clone. You can actually find old USA made Sata tools, like torque wrench
Yeah, I think anyone can make good tools including China. China is just known for making stuff at the lowest possible price, and the folks who want products manufactured for cheap tend to be the same ones willing to cut corners on quality. I just think its an economic situation, products in the US are not always the best of the best. Our US made washing machine failed twice within a year and at 1.5 years broke completely without warranty. I just think when people are willing to make products in less affordable countries you by process of elimitation remove a lot of the people who are willing to cut corners to save a little.
IDEA: best and worst Walmart tools. They have been expanding their line. Ultra cheap. China/india. Not for the professional at all but there are a few notable peices for DIYers.
Guys just be careful. Alot of duratech is made in the same factory as pittsburgh. I have those wrenches in puttsburgh version n they are garbage. Open ends spreads n box end strips out
Apex makes the Duratech, not great star,sorry for the miscue!!!
Apex makes Sata. Duratech is owned by GreatStar. Regardless, I always love your channel. Those Ares ratchets are fantastic for the price. Those K-Tool look nice. Been debating on getting them myself, but I have SOOO many lol
Hmmm, I was sure Duratech was part of great star
Apex owns SATA and Gearwrench, among others. Great Star owns Duratrash and SK.
Greatstar owns Duratech and Workpro. I'm still pissed about SK selling out to them. For now, SK is still making their USA line of tools here. They just moved the factory to Pennsylvania. But it's hard to say how long they'll keep it up. They did the same thing with Craftsman, and now 99% of that is made in China, and it is garbage compared to what it used to be. I will not buy Greatstar tools if at all possible. Most of their profit goes to fund the Chinese communist party.
I use the adapter on a drill to start small motors So I could try starting the motor without putting the recoil back on
Excellent selection of affordable tools. The wrench extender also works great for tightening up and loosening the handles on a vice.
I like knurling also, my proto ratchet is definitely my favorite it's just standard length
Always great to have budget ideas for those getting into the field or the DIYers! Ive had great success with my capri impacts and the wheel nut packs look like a great idea as well!
0 at 6am on this side of the mountain this morning . 7 degrees right now. I have the Capri flip sockets, that mini ratchet looks interesting might have to look into that. You and your wife have a Merry Christmas.
Thanks for a year in review on tools! There are some great buys on that table!
I have an old SnapOn ratchet adapter i inherited from my uncle. I treasure that thing, and every other tool i inherited from him
Those Sata ratchets look very similar to the Husky ratchets sold here in Canada but with soft grip. In Canada we also have a clone Gearwrench ratchet sold at Canadian Tire under the Maximum name brand. It's made in China and all chrome with no quick release. I think all these ratchets are made by Gearwrench in their Chinese factories.
Thanks for another great feedback video, Jeff! So many good choices here. I bought that Titan side cutting pliers when you showed it to us the first time….those Sata ratchets are a steal!
I wish it was colder. Living in Minnesota and wanting snow is painful. We have snowmobiles just waiting to go.
Lots of "good" tools out there for restricted budgets. I found K Tool has some durable ratchets and sockets. I picked up a double set of those long cutters a few months ago for about $17, a phenomenal deal. Got that Sata set in my road pack, they are great ratchets. Ide love to put together a starter set of tools for a new tech in school. A budget challenge type thing.
Hello again, Jeff
Thank you for another Great Video 👍 I have to admit that micro roto head ratchet could be very useful 😉 Merry Christmas to you and your family. Again thank you 👌
Some nice tools there jeff!
Sweet tiny ratchets ! Im gonna look for some haha
Titan has the long handle version of that micro too. Love them sata tools I've been getting. Thanks Jeff and keep em comin
The last short ratchet is nice
I hope you can make a video comparing locking extensions. Which one is the strongest? The most compact? The best workmanship? Best bang for the buck?
I got the titan side cutters for 10 dollars and I bought a titan bit ratchet now after watching this i will be getting the small titan ratchet
I dont need that tiny ratchet but i am getting one anyway! Thanks Jeff! MERRY CHRISTMAS
Value tools are the best. As I get older the name makes less of a difference. Thanks for providing alternatives.
Them green handle Sata has become my favorite cheap ratchet in 2024 beats the icon the quin also I’m surprised they don’t go up in price.
31 degrees in Atlanta - Love your advice Jeff!!
That Sata is the same design as Husky. I love Tekton, but I got my locking extensions at Menards. I'm not sure you have Menards, they're in the midwest, like Home Depot and Lowes
Merry Christmas!
Those Titan sidecutters look the spitting image of the ones Mac sells. Now Mac sells theirs for $30-$40.
Thanks for sharing
Apex branded tools (Gearwrench, Duralast and SATA) are a great bang for the buck. The K-Tool screwdrivers are great and feel quite similar to the old Snap-on design. It was down to 4 degrees here in CT overnight. Been hugging the pellet stove! It's going to be a cold trip to the dump with no heat in the truck today. Stay warm my friend!
Thanks Lieser for catching my mistake,I said Great Star!!
Your right Jeff, China can make excellent quality tools etc. Unfortunately all these tools companies go to China to get the lowest possible price. Low price equals low quality.
Enjoying the content
Great bunch of tools Jeff my kid bought me those pliers , just like you said not bad for china made , l would like to have a Braker bar ratchet thanks again Jeff
The sata is identical to the husky ratchets. They are made by the same company
LET'S GO Jeffrey 🏁
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Yes sir boosted,i pinned my mistake,thank you!!
I kick myself every time when I think of deciding not to buy the Sata set
I just picked up the new Icon long cutters the other day. I almost bought those Titan ones, but after reading all the bad reviews, I held off, and I'm glad I did because the Icon pair is really good. They're about $15 more, but I'm glad I got them instead. I've been too disappointed in ordering Chinese made tools over the years, especially from Amazon and Ebay. I do need more locking extensions, and have been looking at the Tekton ones. I've kinda been holding out to see if Icon release any. But the cheap Pittsburgh I've got are actually holing up fairly well.
Good stuff
Tell me friend how those duratech double box end long reach ratchet wrenches are working out for you. Merry Christmas and as always thanks for the video.
Blessings
Ratcheting adapters are also good to use with fixed anvil torque wrenches. I have a 3/4” drive Gedore Dremometer and a Rahsol ratcheting adapter. Good for 560 lbs-ft. The adapter only ratchets to the left, no reverse, but the teeth are angled as a result, which I believe increases the strength of the teeth, or something.
Have you used that Wen ratchet wrench set much?
Nice
You must have Amazon prime. I missed a lot of these because I cannot come up with $35
I do have amazon prime,but Amazon prices always fluctuate!!
What is your opinion on Gearwrench, Tekton and Capri tools? I can’t afford Snap On.
Those are generally good, Gearwrench apparently makes a couple really good ratchets, the sockets and stuff I would get Tekton, I have their locking extensions which I like. Nothing wrong with Capri either. You definitely don’t need Snap-On.
It’s highly doubtful you actually need snap on. They will last 100 years of use but you don’t need that. Tekton has best no hassle fast warrantee. Website and support. Ratchets are strong. Wrenches good. I really like trilob screwdrivers. I’ve never broke a ratchet but you can buy an extra ratchet repair kit just in case. Only things I don’t like about Tekton is markings. And breaker bars are weak but warranted! Shop around. Those brands are good. Try harbor freight when they have a 30% sale. Jeff has other brands so watch his videos.
And the Tekton pliers are very good bang for buck USA mainly. Though if you can afford Knippex I’d highly recommend the cobra expanding pipe pliers above all-they will bite into anything and not give.
Sata is not a part of GreatStar. Sata is part of Apex tool group, same as Gearwrench. It is like a junior GW, not a clone. You can actually find old USA made Sata tools, like torque wrench
Yes your rite its Apex!! oops,lol!!
Yeah, I think anyone can make good tools including China. China is just known for making stuff at the lowest possible price, and the folks who want products manufactured for cheap tend to be the same ones willing to cut corners on quality.
I just think its an economic situation, products in the US are not always the best of the best. Our US made washing machine failed twice within a year and at 1.5 years broke completely without warranty. I just think when people are willing to make products in less affordable countries you by process of elimitation remove a lot of the people who are willing to cut corners to save a little.
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In my experience, quality for Performance Tool is a hit or miss product. And, don't EVER try to use their warranty.
IDEA: best and worst Walmart tools. They have been expanding their line. Ultra cheap. China/india. Not for the professional at all but there are a few notable peices for DIYers.
is ur shop cold or cozy
Warm, its heated,i keep it at 68 in the winter!! if i working on a car ill turn it down abit!!
anticipating the tools you didn't like video
Guys just be careful. Alot of duratech is made in the same factory as pittsburgh. I have those wrenches in puttsburgh version n they are garbage. Open ends spreads n box end strips out