I bought some SK tools on ebay at a very good price. This guy has an extensive line of SK tools and some 1700 other items at what seems to be reasonable prices.

http://joeyswholesale.biz/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&manufacturers_id=2&products_id=628

The MSRP on this set is $319.00

Paul

I have found SK tools to be very good. The only problem is often finding a dealer so you can replace broken (lifetime warranty) items. Luckily there is a dealer in Columbus near me (Alum Creek Drive).

quote Originally posted by tutnkmn: I have found SK tools to be very good. The only problem is often finding a dealer so you can replace broken (lifetime warranty) items. Luckily there is a dealer in Columbus near me (Alum Creek Drive).

Yes, we have 3 or 4 dealers around here. Sears sells them, I wonder if you could return them to Sears? They would have to order it though since SK from Sears is online only. Speaking of Sears, their price for the same set:

http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/product.do?cat=Mechanics+Tools&pid=00999575000&vertical=TOOL&subcat=Sockets&BV_UseBVCookie=Yes


Paul

quote Originally posted by Paul Prince: I bought some SK tools on ebay at a very good price. This guy has an extensive line of SK tools and some 1700 other items at what seems to be reasonable prices. http://joeyswholesale.biz/cart/index.php?main_page=product_info&manufacturers_id=2&products_id=628 The MSRP on this set is $319.00 Paul

My first tools (way back in the late 60's) were SK (Then known as SK WAYNE.) They are just fine first tools, still have my old 1/2 drive SK breaker bar, btw. And the price for that kit, $109, is a good price for a starter socket set.

With the proliferation of fairly good quality tools from India and China, I'd suggest looking at your local chain autoparts store--Pep Boys sells some really nice sockets and ratchets. I have a set of their ratcheting box end wrenches--they're very nice, and I think the set cost about $29 (I got them as a gift from my brother.)

Anyone who is buying tools today should buy metric (3/8 & 1/4 drive) as their basic tool set--and then buy an SAE 1/4 socket set, and other SAE tools as needed. These will serve the beginner mechanic--1/2 drive ratchet, breaker bar, & metric sockets become necessary as you get deeper into repairs--pretty much indispensible when you get into pulling the cradle and replacing/rebuilding the engine.

quote Originally posted by Brian Lamberts: My first tools (way back in the late 60's) were SK (Then known as SK WAYNE.) They are just fine first tools, still have my old 1/2 drive SK breaker bar, btw. And the price for that kit, $109, is a good price for a starter socket set. With the proliferation of fairly good quality tools from India and China, I'd suggest looking at your local chain autoparts store--Pep Boys sells some really nice sockets and ratchets. I have a set of their ratcheting box end wrenches--they're very nice, and I think the set cost about $29 (I got them as a gift from my brother.) Anyone who is buying tools today should buy metric (3/8 & 1/4 drive) as their basic tool set--and then buy an SAE 1/4 socket set, and other SAE tools as needed. These will serve the beginner mechanic--1/2 drive ratchet, breaker bar, & metric sockets become necessary as you get deeper into repairs--pretty much indispensible when you get into pulling the cradle and replacing/rebuilding the engine.

One thing I liked about the SK set was their "spline" design, or that's what they call it. It is supposed to work on 12pt. 6pt. E-torx, square and 50% rounded. Might be cheaper in the long run than buying a set of 12pt sockets and 6pt sockets.
A similar tool called "Metrinch" works on metric or standard but not 12pt, E-torx etc. Anyway, I thought it was a good deal and the comparison to Sears price just shows that whatever you buy, to shop around........Paul

I have that set and I'm a little disappointed with it. I've broken the 18mm short and deep socket 3 times and busted the wratchet 2 times. I wasn't expecting the SK stuff to break so easy so I did some digging. SK is made in the USA, just like it always has been, but about 10-15 years ago they were bought by an Asian company and now use Chinese metal. Still decent tools, but after learning that, I'm only buying Craftsman because they're so much easier to get replaced.

we can get SK at my work but generally there too spendy VS the wright and KT stuff we sell
plus we stock a sh!t ton of Wright and KT
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quote Originally posted by CTFieroGT87: I have that set and I'm a little disappointed with it. I've broken the 18mm short and deep socket 3 times and busted the wratchet 2 times. I wasn't expecting the SK stuff to break so easy so I did some digging. SK is made in the USA, just like it always has been, but about 10-15 years ago they were bought by an Asian company and now use Chinese metal. Still decent tools, but after learning that, I'm only buying Craftsman because they're so much easier to get replaced.

Thanks for the info..........I think . I have about 90% craftsman. I wanted a set (in a case) I could use to go to the junkyard with. I had a set of the Metrinch tools but left them in a car at the local U-Pull-It and as I was walking out I noticed I had left my tools in one of the cars I was in. Looked at all of them and couldn't find it, so I told the manager if someone turned them in (like THAT would happen) to give me a call. That was 8 months ago.
I have a few SK tools and have not had any problems yet, but I guess we'll see...............Paul

quote Originally posted by Paul Prince: One thing I liked about the SK set was their "spline" design, or that's what they call it. It is supposed to work on 12pt. 6pt. E-torx, square and 50% rounded. Might be cheaper in the long run than buying a set of 12pt sockets and 6pt sockets.

I dunn know.
I am not gonna knock a tool I don't use. I have used an SK from time to time. I will say they are ok. About as good as those from Auto Zone, Wal-Mart, Lowes/Home Depot.. Home duty quality. Nothing great but a hell of alot better than no tool.
If it is cheaper in the long run, it is a cheap tool. A cresent wrench fits american and metric nuts. Why buy a wrench set? "Spline" design is probably a marketing gimmick. Now a days so is lifetime guarantee.
I do not even know how many thousands of dollars I have spent on tools. I do not even use my tools to make a living. Some tools getting no note worthy use. Some actually none at all. I buy them as I can afford them. Or need them, to cheat a mechanic out of making a living off of me. I have wrench sets and specialty wrench sets. Ditto with other type tools. A tool is an investment. Might as well invest on a good thing.
Again, I am not knocking SK, or the other home duty tools. They need only pay for themselves one time. Just save one mechanics fee. Same with a quality tool though. I also have some home duty tools which I carry in my 'road kit'. I also have a Chilton's manual for the road but I have a factory service manual at the house.
By the way.....tools are addictive.

i have SK, Snap-On, and Craftman ratchets.
i have to say that i like my SK the best.

i no longer have a SEARS near me, Paul can back me up on this one... so getting my craftman tools replace kinda sucks.

and yes K-mart carrys craftman tools, but unless they have the individual item, they cant exchange it for you. even if it is right there mixed in with a kit.