Lol, this channel has initiated me buying all types of everything😂 but with Joe it makes all the more easier to buy without any regret, we all appreciate you brother!
I appreciate this channel . You have made me rethink my tool buying methods and your reviews of the tools make it easier to choose from the millions of manufacturers
Thanks for the compliment. We can always learn something from everybody, then we just have to figure out how it might work best for our situation. There are tons of tools out there. Even though my wife swears I have them all… it’s not even close 😂 Appreciate you watching and supporting the channel.
Yeah I think having that option on the screwdriver will be nice, but hoping I can find a socket set with both SAE and Metric that will work. I'm sure Klein is too smart to allow theirs to play well with others 🤣🤣
I had the crescent set. Found myself needing the 3/8 adapter a lot due to needing to use some torx sockets. Then I found out the adapter socket is deeply flawed, it inserts into the ratchet from the rear so it pops right out if you apply any pressure while fastening. Really wanted that to be my main ratchet but it was a deal breaker.
I have the Crescent set (fits perfectly in the Milwaukee 14 inch pouch in the 48-22-8183 set). I recently bought the Sata tap wrench set, model ST50402 (also made by Apex), and the exact same as the more expensive Gearwrench set. It accepts the Crescent bits for added versatility.
I have the same Crescent set and would like to find a carrying case for the socket holders that came in it. The holders look like they should snap into some sort of case. Does anyone have any recommendations? Great video BTW!
Love the info Joey! I'd still say get the small KNECT set for sure. The uses between it and the ratcheting 11 in 1 are awesome. I'd say that crescent set is a better buy over the KNECT medium set though. Great video!
Thanks buddy 👍👍 I will likely end up getting it. I’m sure Klein was smart enough to only make it work with their own stuff. I knew the Cresent wouldn’t likely work, but it was worth the $6 to try the Gearwrench.
Klein Tools Screwdriver Holster from Riley Knife & Tool - Fits your favorite EDC? #tools #klein th-cam.com/video/KXGpHC6sqzI/w-d-xo.html I believe his website is rileyknifeandtool.com but I have a link in the description of that video
20 years of pass thru knowledge here. Way past borderline obsession. I just discovered this new kit from Klein, did some research and I am headed down to Lowe’s to buy the ratchet kit right now. As far as compatibility,I have a hunch. Stay tuned
Sorry. I saw the empty parking lot at Lowe’s and totally forgot it was turkey day. Anyways. I suspect the Kobalt Xtreme Access 1/4” drive pass thru sockets might fit. The drive part of the socket measures 13mm (just a smidge over 1/2”) and the ratchet drive ring measures approximately 13.5mm. In one video I watched (yours?) it was mentioned that the 2 Klein socket sets were 1/2” and 5/8”. I’m not sure how or what parts were measured but it might be a close fit. The 3/8” Kobalt sockets are 19mm so not even close. Now my hunch is a pass through set that was sold at o’rileys auto (Power Torque). It doesn’t come as a kit and the sae and metric sockets are sold separately, so if someone wanted to buy the metric rail of sockets (5-13mm for about $15) maybe those will fit. Power torque sold a 3/8” drive pass thru kit but it’s been discontinued. I found the ratchet on eBay but can’t find the sockets anywheres. Those might fit the screw driver because the 1/4 drive was smaller than Kobalt and I suspect the 3/8” drive was also smaller. They do sell a new 3/8 pass thru kit but it is the larger 19mm wide drive sockets. I’d be happy to answer any questions. I’m pretty versed in the 2 common styles of pass thru. Including things you might not have even considered.
The Klein set for sure works with the screwdriver… but maybe if you get the ratcheting screwdriver you can try it with the other sets you have to see if it works. Really what we are looking for is a pass through socket set that the attachment part of the socket is like a 1/2” nut size. I figure a 1/4” set is the only one we might get lucky on… most 3/8 will probably be too big. Appreciate all your help 👍👍
I forgot something else. I’ve been looking for the power torque sockets and discovered “low profile” sockets. Most of them are pass thru but use a square drive as the hole so you can use 2 ratchets or a ratchet and a wrench for high torque applications (Genius! But gear wrench thought of it too for the bit set). Carbyne sells bit socket rails and list the diameter as 5/8 as I hear on TH-cam to be the measurement for Klein. It should be noted that the “low profile” sockets are mostly impact ready for extreme garage use which makes building up a pass thru set for this proprietary size much more expensive. Also to note, I saw on torque test channel that team red and team yellow came out with battery powered pass thru ratchets that use a similar size socket.
Ok and the pass thru sockets that feature a universal spline instead of the traditional 6 point. Of the 4-5 different brands of universal pass thru sets I’ve had , none fit a fastener as good as 6 point. Every one I tried fit sloppy on the fastener and I even damaged a couple bolts made of softer alloy from the sloppy u-spline fit. Obviously as the fastener size increases the chance of damage is less but the smaller ones fit very poorly. U-spline has its place in the garage but not companies are advertising it as no problem fits anything! Not true. Except for their intended use they become Swiss. Do it all but not great.
Pass-through are very handy for specific jobs, although perhaps not as unique now that ratcheting spanners are available. The Crescent wrench set will fit quite nicely in a Veto parts bag, unless you wanted to go all the way and get a plastic case and some Shadow Foam and cut it all in. I have Crescent and Gearwrench 3/8 pass through and they are cross compatible. For the UK they are also compatible with the Halfords own brand of pass-through sockets. Neither are compatible with the system from Bahco that I have. I would love to pick up the Klein KNECT and ratcheting 11 in 1, but they aren't available in the UK at the moment.
Appreciate the info… I was thinking of starting out putting them in a parts bag like you said. If it was something I used real often I would probably do something different, but I don’t mind digging for a size with occasional use.
Ratcheting spanners have been around since the dawn of time. I promise you if you go digging around your grandpas old tool box, you will find at least 1 old 2 piece stamped steel riveted handle ratcheting spanner. Some tips for ratcheting spanners. Never buy non locking flex handle ratcheting spanners. Applying any force at an off camber angle (its intended purpose) will cause the spinning action to pivot sideways off the head of the fastener. This is true for any size fastener head under 12mm. Locking flex heads do not do that. (Now that I think about it, non locking flex ratchets do the same thing on smaller fasteners.). Reversible ratcheting spanners are the preferred choice over non reversible, Except when space is limited. The reversible style has an offset on the closed end and the non reversible closed end is straight inline with the body of the spanner and the closed end profile is a bit thinner on the non ratcheting. It’s just annoying to be wrenching in a tight spot always having to stare at the wrench to figure out which way is forward or reverse. That little reverse lever is detrimental to enjoying the ratcheting wrench. I went over a decade not owning spanners because I had the pass through socket sets. There was maybe 3 occasions in that time where I had to borrow a wrench. I finally found a good close out deal on the reversible wrenches and many years later, many wrenches hanging above my bench at the shop, I’m still reaching for that low profile pass thru socket set. It’s about that handle feel.
They look similar in pics but the craftsman( and husky pass thru and the original Kobalt pass through were made by apex tool group for sears, Home Depot and Lowe’s. I see Makita pass though over seas. Makita claims to be made by Makita but I think the pass thru sets are made by either apex or Draper. I’m not sure what affiliations Draper has with other companies other than the Draper expert pass thru is compatible with apex made pass thru.
You have a real talent for presenting tools. Great video. I've never really needed pass-through sockets. And even if I sometimes think about getting some, all of a sudden it comes to me what a vast collection of ratcheting spanners I have :)
Yeah, I have ratcheting spammers as well, but occasionally it’s nice have that nut up against the bottom of the socket to keep you from slipping off. If I had to choose one, I’d go with a good spanner set though.
@@MORGANSMaintenance give it time it's half inch so it's only a matter of time before it gets one to match. In the meantime as a facility maintenance technician. Do you think I should get the cresent one that has the adjustable wrench for the ratchet or bite the bullet and get the Klein.
@@Onehandhandyman the lack of metric on the Klein for the price has kept me from buying it… that and the bulk of the pieces are driver bits. I don’t think the 3/8 set works in the screwdriver… so I feel it’s definitely too overpriced for just a set of SAE Passthu’s I think the Cresent are good for the price… I’m not sure how well they will hold up over time yet. The Gearwrench sets aren’t priced bad for how much you get… I’m not sure if their warranty Is good
Just get the Klein 😂 you know you want to!! But yeah the lack of metric offerings from Klein is hilarious, I’ll prob try to get that 3/8 but can’t find, they don’t even have the sku available online. 🤷 good demo tho brother man
Klein will almost never make things in metric since they’re geared towards electricians and most of our hardware in the field is SAE. Unless it’s equipment that’s imported, it’ll be SAE 9/10 times. So wanting metric tools from Klein will be tough
If you have some ratchet wrenches you can achieve the same thing… sometimes it’s easier to keep a ratchet with a socket on the nut then it is one of those. It’s not an everyday tool for me.
Man I really like the crescent line of pass through options. But of course none of them come with an extension…..smh….CMON CRESCENT!!!!! WTF ARE YIU DOING???
I don't buy a lot of Harbor Freight unless they have something really good or something that's OK and I won't use it much. They have a pass through set for $25 metric and SAE. I needed it a couple of times and was fine. SKU: 62305
👍 I’m pretty much the same with HF. I buy some disposable stuff there, but only tools occasionally. I think that’s a Pittsburg set right. I saw that when I was searching
Why you are one of my favorite utuber,,one that makes me warm and fuzzy when a new video is out..making me realize a new tool will be a real asset when I least expect it. For thirty clams it needs to be in my arsenal,,,have spent much more on those one off tools……
@@MORGANSMaintenance Yes and it comes in a what I would call a holder more than a case but it works. 2 really great tools I bought there is that Icon 1/4" bit ratchet set. I also bought their XL ratcheting wrenches. If anyone is thinking of buying the Icon bit ratchet set hold off as they are coming out with a kit that has sockets added to it.
@@michaelthompson7570 I will admit I have a “tool problem” 😂 But when something comes up… I’ve always got what I need to make it easier. Appreciate it 👍
Lol, this channel has initiated me buying all types of everything😂 but with Joe it makes all the more easier to buy without any regret, we all appreciate you brother!
Thanks Brother 👍
I appreciate this channel . You have made me rethink my tool buying methods and your reviews of the tools make it easier to choose from the millions of manufacturers
Thanks for the compliment.
We can always learn something from everybody, then we just have to figure out how it might work best for our situation.
There are tons of tools out there. Even though my wife swears I have them all… it’s not even close 😂
Appreciate you watching and supporting the channel.
You're right. This looks interesting for the pass-through function.
Yeah I think having that option on the screwdriver will be nice, but hoping I can find a socket set with both SAE and Metric that will work. I'm sure Klein is too smart to allow theirs to play well with others 🤣🤣
I had the crescent set. Found myself needing the 3/8 adapter a lot due to needing to use some torx sockets. Then I found out the adapter socket is deeply flawed, it inserts into the ratchet from the rear so it pops right out if you apply any pressure while fastening. Really wanted that to be my main ratchet but it was a deal breaker.
Appreciate the feedback… that helps others see the flaws 👍👍
I have the Crescent set (fits perfectly in the Milwaukee 14 inch pouch in the 48-22-8183 set). I recently bought the Sata tap wrench set, model ST50402 (also made by Apex), and the exact same as the more expensive Gearwrench set. It accepts the Crescent bits for added versatility.
👍👍. Appreciate that
Good to know about the alternatives... No metric on the Knect is a deal killer for me.
Especially for the price they want… in my opinion
I have the same Crescent set and would like to find a carrying case for the socket holders that came in it. The holders look like they should snap into some sort of case. Does anyone have any recommendations? Great video BTW!
@@davidtrussell8523 appreciate it. I just keep mine in a zipper pouch, but maybe somebody will be able to help out 👍
You gotta check out the new Knect (sp?) flip socket set. Project Pine Hills just reviewed it but I’d love to see what you have to say about it.
Is it the set in my Thumbnail… or something different than that?
Love the info Joey! I'd still say get the small KNECT set for sure. The uses between it and the ratcheting 11 in 1 are awesome. I'd say that crescent set is a better buy over the KNECT medium set though. Great video!
Thanks buddy 👍👍
I will likely end up getting it. I’m sure Klein was smart enough to only make it work with their own stuff. I knew the Cresent wouldn’t likely work, but it was worth the $6 to try the Gearwrench.
I'd like to know where you got that kydex holster for that 11 in 1
Klein Tools Screwdriver Holster from Riley Knife & Tool - Fits your favorite EDC? #tools #klein
th-cam.com/video/KXGpHC6sqzI/w-d-xo.html
I believe his website is rileyknifeandtool.com but I have a link in the description of that video
I have the Husky pass-through socket set, and its sockets will not fit in the Klein ratcheting 11-in-1 screwdriver. The sockets are too large.
Thank you for checking and letting us know 👍👍
Klein now has a recall on KNECT 65400
👍👍… I hadn’t picked one up yet.
Do you know what the issue is?
20 years of pass thru knowledge here. Way past borderline obsession. I just discovered this new kit from Klein, did some research and I am headed down to Lowe’s to buy the ratchet kit right now. As far as compatibility,I have a hunch. Stay tuned
Sorry. I saw the empty parking lot at Lowe’s and totally forgot it was turkey day. Anyways. I suspect the Kobalt Xtreme Access 1/4” drive pass thru sockets might fit. The drive part of the socket measures 13mm (just a smidge over 1/2”) and the ratchet drive ring measures approximately 13.5mm. In one video I watched (yours?) it was mentioned that the 2 Klein socket sets were 1/2” and 5/8”. I’m not sure how or what parts were measured but it might be a close fit. The 3/8” Kobalt sockets are 19mm so not even close. Now my hunch is a pass through set that was sold at o’rileys auto (Power Torque). It doesn’t come as a kit and the sae and metric sockets are sold separately, so if someone wanted to buy the metric rail of sockets (5-13mm for about $15) maybe those will fit. Power torque sold a 3/8” drive pass thru kit but it’s been discontinued. I found the ratchet on eBay but can’t find the sockets anywheres. Those might fit the screw driver because the 1/4 drive was smaller than Kobalt and I suspect the 3/8” drive was also smaller. They do sell a new 3/8 pass thru kit but it is the larger 19mm wide drive sockets. I’d be happy to answer any questions. I’m pretty versed in the 2 common styles of pass thru. Including things you might not have even considered.
The Klein set for sure works with the screwdriver… but maybe if you get the ratcheting screwdriver you can try it with the other sets you have to see if it works.
Really what we are looking for is a pass through socket set that the attachment part of the socket is like a 1/2” nut size.
I figure a 1/4” set is the only one we might get lucky on… most 3/8 will probably be too big.
Appreciate all your help 👍👍
I forgot something else. I’ve been looking for the power torque sockets and discovered “low profile” sockets. Most of them are pass thru but use a square drive as the hole so you can use 2 ratchets or a ratchet and a wrench for high torque applications (Genius! But gear wrench thought of it too for the bit set). Carbyne sells bit socket rails and list the diameter as 5/8 as I hear on TH-cam to be the measurement for Klein. It should be noted that the “low profile” sockets are mostly impact ready for extreme garage use which makes building up a pass thru set for this proprietary size much more expensive. Also to note, I saw on torque test channel that team red and team yellow came out with battery powered pass thru ratchets that use a similar size socket.
Ok and the pass thru sockets that feature a universal spline instead of the traditional 6 point. Of the 4-5 different brands of universal pass thru sets I’ve had , none fit a fastener as good as 6 point. Every one I tried fit sloppy on the fastener and I even damaged a couple bolts made of softer alloy from the sloppy u-spline fit. Obviously as the fastener size increases the chance of damage is less but the smaller ones fit very poorly. U-spline has its place in the garage but not companies are advertising it as no problem fits anything! Not true. Except for their intended use they become Swiss. Do it all but not great.
@@Jessknowsnothin appreciate the info.. instead of jessknowsnothin, you should change your name to jessknowspassthru 😂
Pass-through are very handy for specific jobs, although perhaps not as unique now that ratcheting spanners are available.
The Crescent wrench set will fit quite nicely in a Veto parts bag, unless you wanted to go all the way and get a plastic case and some Shadow Foam and cut it all in.
I have Crescent and Gearwrench 3/8 pass through and they are cross compatible.
For the UK they are also compatible with the Halfords own brand of pass-through sockets. Neither are compatible with the system from Bahco that I have.
I would love to pick up the Klein KNECT and ratcheting 11 in 1, but they aren't available in the UK at the moment.
Appreciate the info… I was thinking of starting out putting them in a parts bag like you said. If it was something I used real often I would probably do something different, but I don’t mind digging for a size with occasional use.
Ratcheting spanners have been around since the dawn of time. I promise you if you go digging around your grandpas old tool box, you will find at least 1 old 2 piece stamped steel riveted handle ratcheting spanner. Some tips for ratcheting spanners. Never buy non locking flex handle ratcheting spanners. Applying any force at an off camber angle (its intended purpose) will cause the spinning action to pivot sideways off the head of the fastener. This is true for any size fastener head under 12mm. Locking flex heads do not do that. (Now that I think about it, non locking flex ratchets do the same thing on smaller fasteners.). Reversible ratcheting spanners are the preferred choice over non reversible, Except when space is limited. The reversible style has an offset on the closed end and the non reversible closed end is straight inline with the body of the spanner and the closed end profile is a bit thinner on the non ratcheting. It’s just annoying to be wrenching in a tight spot always having to stare at the wrench to figure out which way is forward or reverse. That little reverse lever is detrimental to enjoying the ratcheting wrench. I went over a decade not owning spanners because I had the pass through socket sets. There was maybe 3 occasions in that time where I had to borrow a wrench. I finally found a good close out deal on the reversible wrenches and many years later, many wrenches hanging above my bench at the shop, I’m still reaching for that low profile pass thru socket set. It’s about that handle feel.
I think these are the same as the craftsman max axess that came out years ago. Curious to find out as i lost some of those sockets over the years
Which ones… the Cresent?
@MORGANSMaintenance yes.
@@Dubber_Jay 👍
They look similar in pics but the craftsman( and husky pass thru and the original Kobalt pass through were made by apex tool group for sears, Home Depot and Lowe’s. I see Makita pass though over seas. Makita claims to be made by Makita but I think the pass thru sets are made by either apex or Draper. I’m not sure what affiliations Draper has with other companies other than the Draper expert pass thru is compatible with apex made pass thru.
@@Jessknowsnothin good info
Thanks for that. I've had my craftsman set for probably 10 years. Still works great. Just used it today
You have a real talent for presenting tools. Great video.
I've never really needed pass-through sockets. And even if I sometimes think about getting some, all of a sudden it comes to me what a vast collection of ratcheting spanners I have :)
Yeah, I have ratcheting spammers as well, but occasionally it’s nice have that nut up against the bottom of the socket to keep you from slipping off.
If I had to choose one, I’d go with a good spanner set though.
@@MORGANSMaintenance Yep, that's the nuisance with spanners, but with time I just learnt to keep them on the nut.
@@Stefan_Kawalec 👍👍
so does the crescent work with Klein?
No it doesn’t… I have found any that does so far
@@MORGANSMaintenance thank you!
@@UVJ_Scott 👍👍
So did you ever find a brand other than klien that fits?
No.. not yet. It’s looking like it’s proprietary so far.
@@MORGANSMaintenance give it time it's half inch so it's only a matter of time before it gets one to match. In the meantime as a facility maintenance technician. Do you think I should get the cresent one that has the adjustable wrench for the ratchet or bite the bullet and get the Klein.
@@Onehandhandyman the lack of metric on the Klein for the price has kept me from buying it… that and the bulk of the pieces are driver bits.
I don’t think the 3/8 set works in the screwdriver… so I feel it’s definitely too overpriced for just a set of SAE Passthu’s
I think the Cresent are good for the price… I’m not sure how well they will hold up over time yet.
The Gearwrench sets aren’t priced bad for how much you get… I’m not sure if their warranty Is good
Have you seen the crazy prices on eBay for the Klein socket set? Was that my doing or am I just psychic? Lol! $500!!!!! And I thought I was nuts.
I hadn’t seen them… maybe because they are hard to find?
I haven’t even bought them yet because they were $50… definitely not paying $500
Just get the Klein 😂 you know you want to!! But yeah the lack of metric offerings from Klein is hilarious, I’ll prob try to get that 3/8 but can’t find, they don’t even have the sku available online. 🤷 good demo tho brother man
You know me… I will probably end up will all of them 😂
god i love this channel
Appreciate it 👍👍
Klein will almost never make things in metric since they’re geared towards electricians and most of our hardware in the field is SAE. Unless it’s equipment that’s imported, it’ll be SAE 9/10 times. So wanting metric tools from Klein will be tough
I agree, I don’t see them making them either 👍
😎⚒️😎⚒️😎
Thanks Ted 👍👍👍
Thank you for your $6 sacrifice. Saved me some money. lol
Your welcome.. was worth a try 😂
Never had a set. Or a need for one.
If you have some ratchet wrenches you can achieve the same thing… sometimes it’s easier to keep a ratchet with a socket on the nut then it is one of those.
It’s not an everyday tool for me.
Man I really like the crescent line of pass through options. But of course none of them come with an extension…..smh….CMON CRESCENT!!!!! WTF ARE YIU DOING???
@@yellowtrain3161 an extension is definitely nice. 👍
Thnks
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Nonsensical rambling.
@@leemobai762 appreciate it 👍👍
I don't buy a lot of Harbor Freight unless they have something really good or something that's OK and I won't use it much. They have a pass through set for $25 metric and SAE. I needed it a couple of times and was fine. SKU: 62305
👍 I’m pretty much the same with HF. I buy some disposable stuff there, but only tools occasionally.
I think that’s a Pittsburg set right. I saw that when I was searching
Why you are one of my favorite utuber,,one that makes me warm and fuzzy when a new video is out..making me realize a new tool will be a real asset when I least expect it. For thirty clams it needs to be in my arsenal,,,have spent much more on those one off tools……
@@MORGANSMaintenance Yes and it comes in a what I would call a holder more than a case but it works. 2 really great tools I bought there is that Icon 1/4" bit ratchet set. I also bought their XL ratcheting wrenches. If anyone is thinking of buying the Icon bit ratchet set hold off as they are coming out with a kit that has sockets added to it.
I think the new Icon set is coming out next June.
@@michaelthompson7570 I will admit I have a “tool problem” 😂
But when something comes up… I’ve always got what I need to make it easier.
Appreciate it 👍