Hey CP, My Dad grew up on a farm in SW Iowa and he would throw heater hose on his ratchets as a grip. I guess having to work on farm equipment in winter gives you some ideas.
@mlieser12307 ай бұрын
I can't complain too much about the Apex line of ratchets. It's nice to see a screw in face plate. The snap ring retained plates do tend to have anvil wobble. I prefer the detent in flex head ratchets. I would like to see the return of the knurled handles. Once everyone started to copy the Snap on profile, the knurled handle disappeared. Now that arthritis has developed at the bases of my thumbs, I've come to appreciate the comfort grip handles. They fill the hand and provide a solid grip. My preferred handle is the hard plastic which I wish more manufacturers would offer.
@CorvetteTrev3 ай бұрын
I can't reverse the ratchet position once it's down in the motor, if it's clicked in, you have to press the button on the bottom, also over time its getting really loose with no real way to tighten it up. I think the 90 is the champion 🏆, wish it had that profile, I like the Gearwrench grips, gives good feedback incase you were cross threading or something, whereas a fatter grip is more numbing. I bought a long ¼" Capri just for that little handle and that one is 12.5" long, so it's important 👌
@STREETFIGHTER504 ай бұрын
I’ve been watching a lot these 120XP locking flex heads. I just ordered the 3-Ratchet set from Amazon. Thanks for the vids CP!!
@CPthetooladdict4 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@jeffl78522 ай бұрын
A fair test even the opposition can't find compromise. Thx - CP
@ecleveland17 ай бұрын
I picked up the new XP locking flex head ratchets in 1/4 & 3/8 comfort grip last year and absolutely love them. The 3/8 is pretty long and I would like to see them make a 12 inch locking flex head because of that.
@antilaw99113 ай бұрын
Glad you like the XP120. I like gearwrench. I have there sets with cases and also both these new sets 3/8 and 1/4 ratchets standard and comfort grip. I like them because super smooth and quiet. Nothing uurks me more than a noisey ratchets that sound like loud Crickets. 👍
@Glewisme2 ай бұрын
I too prefer the knurled handle on ratchets.
@123donmaster7 ай бұрын
Hello cp. Great video. I got the new 120xp in 3/8 drive about a year ago right when they came out and I'll have to say it's nice. After 6 months the teeth for the locking flex head stripped out badly and would not stay locked. Kinda weak metal. Gearwrench warrantied it no problem and sent me a new one. Now I have too
@vhrocks817 ай бұрын
I used the old 120xp 1/4” and 3/8” ratchets for several years and they were pretty good to me. I was tough on them but they took it, even when I thought surely this is gonna break!
@thomasperina29907 ай бұрын
Hello CP: Thank you for your analysis on the new Gear Wrench 120 tooth locking head ratchet. I'm very familiar with your Liman digital gauge as I own one myself for doing triggers on firearms. Seeing is believing & the numbers don't lie. The new GW 120 tooth locking ratchet had the lowest backdrag + the anvil had a positive locking engagement when the socket was engaged to the ratchet. Looks like a winner to me !!! Another nice video Chad. Hope you & Henry stay warm & toasty, TMP from N.J.
@hancockautomotive15227 ай бұрын
That 120xp may be something to revisit. I bought them several years ago when they first came out and they were trash. They broke constantly and they were hard to find for warranty. They’re still around somewhere in the shop but don’t really get much use. I think the only thing I have from them that I actually use are the bolt biters. I bought a small set and was so impressed that I bought every bolt biter available.
@latindoggy80596 ай бұрын
I need someone to send me really beat up pictures of their 120 xp ratchets
@CPthetooladdict6 ай бұрын
Give me a year
@benfarms317 ай бұрын
Very fair test CP. I also never put much stock in the fishing line tests that certain other channels will use. It may be ridiculous, but the line introduces the potential for variance in the leverage depending on how it sits on the anvil. Any small leverage advantage can make a huge difference when we’re talking about tenths of an ounce.
@Sanctified_EDC_Gear7 ай бұрын
I just picked up the Quinn 1/4 for $19 and grabbed the 1/2 for $29 Both with the same designed blue handle, they seem pretty decent, use and time will tell. And I also ordered the 1/4 & 3/8 GearWrench Locking flex head like yours. I picked all of these after watching this video. The only standard GearWrench ratchets I own is a pair of stubby 90T 1/4 & 3/8 that I keep in a small pouch with a pair of extensions in my Veto Pro pac tote for basic use. There ok, nothing great but just ok. They do not have the soft handle just smooth steel. I’m looking forward to getting the 120 Locking flex head’s, I’ve heard mixed reviews but I’m appreciative of your assessment and I think you’re probably right on these. I can say the little Quinn at $19 feels better and sounds much better, but I believe there pretty much the same wrench since there coming from the same factories. Thanks C.P. 👍
@123donmaster7 ай бұрын
The new version of the 120xp is a great design. Sealed head and pretty nice lock like Mac but u can leave it unlocked which I enjoy. The strength of the locking mechanism is not up to par with tool truck brands. Strips out under daily use. But I do appreciate the easy no questions asked warranty process.
@bunker_1284Ай бұрын
@@123donmaster are you seeing the mechanism itself chew out or the teeth on the head?
@timwindsor037 ай бұрын
Awesome video brother. Thanks for sharing. Keep the content coming. Hope you have an incredible weekend. Much love and RESPECT brother
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Thanks for the visit
@SnowMrMan7 ай бұрын
Hey CP! I wanted to get your opinion on which ratchet you would go with? Gearwrench 120xp,Capri Tools 90T, or VIM tools heavy duty 90T
@1pieman7 ай бұрын
That was a smooth test CP Lyman multi tester 👍😎👍
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Yes it was
@warrenblanchard8897 ай бұрын
Thanks for the testing my brother
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Any time!
@warrenblanchard8892 ай бұрын
Watching again
@GDOG5202 ай бұрын
They should offer it with a hard plastic handle got a snapon set in titanium grey... Dont like the soft grips when they stain or become discolored and that handle with some oil on it is slipping for sure
@brandonscarfe88037 ай бұрын
Really cool insight. Thanks for the video!
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@MyOsist6 ай бұрын
My only question is, will the locking mechanism last? Or will it unlock unintentionally with minimal force? We shall see.
@kottke257 ай бұрын
Warranty process for GW is pretty darn good. I warranteed (2) picks with broken tips, they arrived within the week. I went ahead a purchased this 3 pack flex head bundle for about 140 shipped summit racing.
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@toddhickox47577 ай бұрын
Nice test . That Gearwrench is a super nice ratchet!!!
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Thanks 👍
@justinsmet7 ай бұрын
I own the 120xp flex head. Mine aren't locking, though, but i love them for home, i also have an 84 tooth 24 inch long 1/2 rachet
@ToolDemos7 ай бұрын
I might have to give that a try. 💪
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
You should!
@sejcustoms19937 ай бұрын
Another great video CP! I have the Gearwrench 1/4”120xp with the comfort grip and I love it. Looking to get the 3/8 and 1/2 versions also. I hope they impress just as well.
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Good choice!
@gran_turismo_fan7 ай бұрын
That locking flex head is similar to the 3/8 Masterforce non locking flex head that I currently own for about a year with light uses. That Gearwrench ratchet seems a little nicer than the masterforce flex head non-locking ratchet I have that costed me about $30 from Menards. I would be curious what the differences are with the Masterforce hand tools compared to Gearwrench.
@bretf7 ай бұрын
I bought a 3/8 low profile Snap-On ratchet to squeeze up in the trans tunnel of my car and its back drag feels the same as my 3/8 Koken. I can’t tell which is lower.
@kellycowett62547 ай бұрын
Ive got a newer capri comfort grip its seems to be ok
@prevost86867 ай бұрын
It had to be better than their original ratchets.
@kellycowett62547 ай бұрын
@@prevost8686 never seen there previous one to be able to give any kind comparison
@XX-sz6qh6 ай бұрын
Had the new ones on release, amce tools had a 30% off coupon for fathersday and i got the full set. Love them
@JediKidLA7 ай бұрын
GW 120 looks like a beast now I'll debate on whether I purchase an Osla v a GW120.
@kabookie85437 ай бұрын
I have several gearwrench ratchets 90 tooth have never let me down been eyeing the 120 locking flex head not too impressed with snap on 100
@malbright457 ай бұрын
I have videos of me testing those 100 tooth snap on and icon flex heads if you wanna see them, CP!
@GreyToolsonly837 ай бұрын
Nice vid can't wait to see you do a gray canada vid with there ratchets!!
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Can't wait!
@kevinlamarr14247 ай бұрын
You’re right I missed that one
@TrackstarBR7 ай бұрын
I think the Koken is a smoother ratchet at least to me. But the new 120xp I have in 3/8 and 1/4 are very smooth ratchets. I just wonder about the durability.
@klausschwab990522 күн бұрын
Hey CP, how has this ratchet held up? I am a newer mechanic and have been running cheap tools. One thing I would like though is a really nice locking flexhead ratchet, and I was considering Gearwrench.
@CPthetooladdict20 күн бұрын
It's good works fantastic as much as I want to hate it. Lol I like it
@klausschwab990520 күн бұрын
@@CPthetooladdict Thank you for the prompt reply. The Master tech here got sketched out by the locking mechanism because he has sheered off his old-style Snap-on ratchet several times. Though the Snap-on looks like it only had 2 teeth of engagement. I won't take up anymore of your time. Love the videos, keep up the good work!
@TWR3587 ай бұрын
Thanks for the vidjya, PROJECT CEE PEE! 😝 No, really appreciate your comparison vid! Great job.
@gtcam7233 ай бұрын
This might be enough for me check out that 1/4” 120. 🤔
@ampegor7 ай бұрын
That lock is still better than my snappy long 3/8. its unlocked when you want it locked and vice versa. Hope to trade it in on the mac if we ever get another mac dealer. I love my other snappy ratchets but that silly see saw lever is useless,
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
I do like it seems pretty good!
@tedwilliams87667 ай бұрын
in my honest opinion, they did away with knurling on ratchet handles and other tools......because people have butter soft, delicate, thin skinned hands and makes them feel ouchies and hurts their hands made out of bird bones. people just arent made the way our generation and the ones before were. i have a couple of old sk ratchets with knurled handles and i know theyre not slipping when im hands are covered with oil. i have some older screwdrivers made in the usa that have knurled section on the shaft which is handy as hell. i wish they'd bring back some sort of knurling on tools. i love my snap on ratchets with comfort grip handles but i also love using the knurled ratchets. it just depends on the job im doing.
@craigchiddo27947 ай бұрын
Cp can you compare the 120xp to the sk lp90 I think they are a similar size and shape
@mlacher1007 ай бұрын
I bought a seekonk torque screwdriver to test backdrag. There are alot of ways to test for backdrag. I like the way you are testing. I want to get one of the new gw 120 my homedepot does not sell them, only the old style. Where did you get yours from? Thanks you God bless 🙌
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
amzn.to/3Sf12bM Just on Amazon
@mlacher1007 ай бұрын
@@CPthetooladdict ok, thank you!
@fester19577 ай бұрын
Do you mean .7 or .07?.007 ?
@craigchiddo27947 ай бұрын
I would like to see these in a non locking design the Mac has a similar flex head design and was the failure point in a proof test Its amazing the us made companies can't keep up in inovation they are all just trying to get enough us steel to make what they have
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Great point!
@davidwalle50257 ай бұрын
Great test cp
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@mcadam107 ай бұрын
Thanks for the honesty, i own that 120 gearwrench i think for the money it is a descent ratchet, i brought the longer one as well solid ratchet, but i would like to see the backdrag against the koken.
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@mcadam107 ай бұрын
@@CPthetooladdict you’re welcome
@reconbbs3607 ай бұрын
I've got the 1/4 drive. Not a fan. I prefer the switch style that's on Matco ratchets and the GW 90T's.
@123donmaster7 ай бұрын
I agree with you after using the new 120xp for several months. It's not as low profile as the older version and Matco lfr but it's sealed head design is nice but seems like a bulky rachet. I wouldn't mind the 1/2 drive but I'm not happy with my 3/8
@van11967 ай бұрын
I couldn’t agree with you more. Very disappointed in the new 120xp’s. I ordered the 1/4” and 1/2” drive in Jan 2023 and waited about a 1 1/2 months for the 1/4” to be back in stock and 2 months for the 1/2”. The 1/4” arrived and and the locking mechanism didn’t work. The head moved freely. Contacted Apex for a warranty and they sent out a new one after a couple weeks. It arrived and it was worse than the 1st one. I was able to get the locking mechanism to work on the original one buy loosing the pivot screw. Not sure why that made it start working. Tried the same technique on the replacement ratchet but never could get it to lock. The 1/2” arrived, and too my surprise they shipped me 2
@van11967 ай бұрын
The issue with the 1/2” was that the shafts were both curved in an ark and where the flat part begins they were both bent to the right. I was able to put them in my press and straighten them and both are fine now. Gearwrench’s quality control is hit or miss.
@auto_mania7 ай бұрын
The screwed-in face plate and the mac style flex lock is disappointing... I wish they would have retained the matco style lock and snap ring.
@CPthetooladdict7 ай бұрын
Great analysis I appreciate you breaking down your intelligent decision making process
@badwabbit19737 ай бұрын
gearwrench would be a worth while brand if they had enough confidence to warranty their own items,, rust inside a ratchet or s2 level steel is a quality issue,, i have alot of their tools and simply threw away alot of them,,, brand new looking sets stored in shed rusted internals,,, the s2 bits still in case melting away along side another without a spec ??? the torque wrenches rust in battery handles ?? you have to be picky where purchased, you have to prey they have old stock as i have yet been upgraded to newer version through waranty,, if its not made under that number your warranty dies, gearwrench lifetime means before refresh, as ive had sk tools from grand father warrantied without question knowing its going to be newer origin than 30 years ago!! tools are an investment you want to last without repurchase of same item, shouldve just bought from better brands!! just because tools are made in diffent coo doesn't make them bad ICON is very popular as offbrand alternative ,,, capri, tekton, most mac and matco are all offshored yet not all is a quality nightmare!!
@123donmaster7 ай бұрын
I prefer apex over HF any day because there warranty process is so simple amd i dont even have to leave my home or shop. Really fast shipping. HF sucks eggs because you have to drive around to several stores and hope they have your replacement in stock. They wont hold a warranty tool or order one in. HF sucks in my opinion except for throw away clamps and junk i dont care about.
@hermangarman1777 ай бұрын
Yah that is how I want to handle warranty process wait game of shipping when I can get done right at the store or the tool truck shopping online socks...
@luke490507 ай бұрын
Just did a warranty on a gear wrench 3/8 Drive 5mm long ball Allen socket and was told by gear wrench expected shipment date is the end of June
@boosted2.4_sky7 ай бұрын
1:55.. They [(Gearwrench) Apex Tool] changed the whole design. That's why they are doing rebrands for just about everybody in the industry because they have a better, newer model... 2:50.. they're awesome 6:08.. Totally doesn't matter...😂
@williamsanders12967 ай бұрын
They stole that design from Marco and aj manufacturing
@vannevels67587 ай бұрын
$20 more for plastic on the handle that's gonna get filthy after an hour of use under a car? Nah