MY TOP 5 FAVORITE RATCHETS

[@CPthetooladdict]

Let me know what you want to see next for top 5 video I will do the video with the most request and a subscriber shout out!!

[@tannisdyer3504]

I know you have done a Mac tools too five before. I’d be interested to see a Mac and snap on top 5 or 10 update or if the previous top 5 still reigns supreme. Also just is fun seeing any videos with quality tools despite what the haters say.

[@chefshadetree3972]

I'd say bring out the top 5 screwdrivers

[@edgarmata7101]

Yes top 5 screwdrivers

[@vhrocks81]

I think screwdrivers next! I don’t remember seeing much of your screwdriver collection.

[@CPthetooladdict]

It's just as embarrassing unfortunately way to many

[@gmirsky1962]

In my opinion Koken is the most underrated ratchet out there. For the dollar cost and the value received you can’t beat them.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Agreed

[@infernoeagles5812]

Ohh yeah but the nepros are also super nice but koken is so much better

[@joujimiichi1]

Agreed 100%! My Nepros ratchets are beautiful and great quality but I reach for the ko-ken’s almost every time.

[@justinrose407]

one thing ive noticed with tool enjoyers. is some people will like a certain tool more than others. some like ratchets some like wrenches some like screwdrivers. thanks for sharing that ratchet drawer never gets old. thank you!

[@CPthetooladdict]

I have more wrenches than I do ratchets by a mountain lol

[@carnold.knowledge]

“You can get by with *just* a dozen or so ratchets”, lol. Love my Kokens for backdrag, my Stahlwilles for having a “soul”, and my Snap-Ons for the locking flex head.

[@jacobfrederick7647]

The Snap-on swivel round head ratchets are my go to.

[@ASEmastermechanic]

You have to live up to your name, tool addict. Listen, I am an older guy. Buying quality tools that we enjoy is a great thing if it makes you happy. I remember being 10 years old and my old man taking me to flea markets in the 70's and watching him haggle with sellers with their tools all laid out like candy. Back in the days, these people didn't have tables. The sophisticated sellers would use carpeting, but most sold from the pavement. Many people spend money on other things (which is fine as well). When Chicago passed the conceal carry law and people could now own and carry handguns, I went crazy and found myself at the range shooting everything. I look back, with no regrets, but I spent hundreds and hundreds on ranges, ammo, etc I have nothing to show. I am back to my passion which is tools. When you buy a tool, not only will you have it forever, tools can always be re-sold and most importantly every time I work on my car I am reminded how I love my tools. One repair always pays for itself. Do yourself a favor, buy the tools you like. I see guys bashing each other online with Snap-on vs Harbor Freights, etc. At the end of the day, we are all enjoying our tools. Lets all enjoy our hobbies, we are all brothers in this and we are not spending 1,000's on drugs, prostitutes, woman and other useless hobbies. I mention being older because one day I will be dying and realize I don't ever regret working on cars, buying nice tools in different places and having enjoyed this great hobby for many years.

[@DaleElder11]

You worked hard for your money and by god if you enjoy a nice ratchet collection, like I do. You should have one. Great review.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Thanks 👍

[@TheMustangs05]

gotta keepa pittsburg 1/2in for when you need to hammer on the head. its makes an appearance when i break off wheel locks. My koken is just too nice to treat that way lmao

[@ivanalcock3420]

NEVER ridiculous! The more solutions you have available the better!

[@zachp1604]

Great video, course made it to the end. People may hate on the snap-on, but I'm convinced none of them have ever bought one or used one. They may lie and say they have, but we know that's not true or they would know the difference. To me companies like GearWrench, icon or tekton get about 90% of the way there. But that extra 10% with the tool truck ratchets really makes a difference for some of us

[@chefshadetree3972]

In my case the first part of your statement is false. I'm going to hate on Snap-on only because they have priced themselves out of my budget. Not going to hate on them because of the tools themselves, I do own some and grew up using Snap-on tools. My pocketbook only allows me to get the absolute best tools I can get for the money I have. And I don't buy much HF stuff either. So I know a little bit about tools in my 40 years of experience.

[@zachp1604]

@@chefshadetree3972 everyone's pocket book only allows for that. I don't have a bunch of snap on for the same reason. However, that's not their fault. So I see no reason to hate. I personally only see a few reasons to hate tool companies and that is for blatant intellectual theft. Zero effort to do their own research or designs. Or for outsourcing to China without any effort to do otherwise. You see companies like tekton trying very hard to source as much american stuff as they can. Harbor freight doesn't give a single shit, seems like GearWrench either.

[@tannisdyer3504]

There’s no need to condone it. Sometimes we just gotta buy what we like and we change our choices over time. Plus a selection is never a bad thing. Awesome video as always thanks for the content CP!

[@cargar62]

Koken Z ratchets are all i have been using since I purchased them. Love everything about them. Apologies to the Snap-On's in my collection.

[@dieseldemon2197]

I love the snap on indexing ratchets

[@bobbygarrett9588]

My go to ratchets are the Carlyle’s. I have retired most of my Snap On’s except my flex head 1/2” drive. Thanks CP for another great video!😊

[@johnnybravo4976]

Why would you retire Snapon for Carlyle…?

[@bobbygarrett9588]

@@johnnybravo4976 because my Snap On Rep is a flake, and I can count on my local Napa for any of my warranty needs, which I have had none.

[@johnnybravo4976]

@@bobbygarrett9588 love my Snapon reps if I really wanted too I could warranty any tool for being rusty

[@bobbygarrett9588]

@@johnnybravo4976 I probably could also, if only he would show up. I actually have a new one in the works, just have to meet up with him across town. Every one in the current losers area are also having the same issue as me.

[@deanodebo]

Awesome. Something about ratchets. There’s the aesthetic, the engineering, the feel. Some just make sense to you more than others. That’s it, I’m doing a dedicated ratchet drawer

[@CPthetooladdict]

Lol awesome

[@eliezerramosjr1017]

I think Cp should set up a little contest type show off your ratchet bunch within the tool community and see where we stand next to ya. 🤔 😅

[@deanodebo]

@@eliezerramosjr1017 Oh man I’d like to see that. Mine can’t hang that’s for sure. But I do have a nice LITTLE collection of the “s word” ratchets. Oh yes indeed

[@CPthetooladdict]

I'm game I definitely can share pics on my community page

[@PhillipDrumz]

That’s a great collection CP!

[@CPthetooladdict]

Thanks!

[@Beercheesesoup]

i hooked a new tech up with a mg725 for 100 bucks today! Sold her some snap on impacts up to 1” for 160 too. She’s got a mg725 and a set of made in the USA impact sockets for 260 bucks!

[@fester1957]

Have you ever heard of a ratchet made by a company called bonney The stsrted out back in the 1930s they have another line called bon e con they're not around anymore but I have a ratchet. It has very smooth clicks I don't know if they were sold in parts stores or department stores, but it's a pretty cool old ratchet

[@CPthetooladdict]

Yes, I have great tools, so I'm sad that they no longer exist

[@BLASTIC0]

Ive got an old Bonnie 3/8 flexhead I got from my pops that I enjoy using. I have 2 snap on’s but they need to be fixed.

[@AtomWin82]

You can buy whatever you want man! Thank you for the content. Keep em coming

[@snoopytheace4487]

My favorite is the old Duralast round head quick release with the thumb wheel. It's my go to.

[@scottscopters7]

1st thing I bought off the snap-on truck was long 3/8 & 1/4 flex head ratchets. they have been great

[@jacobholt8395]

Love that red handle Mac! Used one daily for awhile but couldn’t find repair kits so I brought it home from the shop

[@timwindsor03]

Awesome video brother. Thanks for sharing. Keep the content coming. Hope you have an incredible night. Much love and RESPECT

[@TrackstarBR]

My go to 3/8 is either Ko-ken, Matco, or the Proto 90 I just got. In 1/4 snap on multiposition is my go to. Just waiting for Ko-ken 1/4 72 to come out. For 1/2 all I have is an icon flex head and so far has served me well. Would really like to upgrade my 1/2 to either a snap on or Proto 24 inch long ratchet. Can never have to many ratchets.

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

All great ratchets in your selection of go to's CP! I have yet to try a Koken but may get one soon. Curious to see what Craftsmen does with their USA line soon.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Did you make it through the storm okay?

[@CPthetooladdict]

They are nice

[@CPthetooladdict]

No wow

[@JimmyMakingitwork]

@@CPthetooladdict Yeah, we only got minor damage and the water has already soaked in. Trim some branches as we’re all set. Folks on the coast got it bad! :(

[@xXBurntBaconXx]

All of my ratchets are work at Snap-On. I have a Matco 3/8 Black Chrome. It's been a POS, the head keeps locking up and the finish is fading Away veryyyy quickly. I also have the same Mac 3/8 Flex head cushion grip you showed. VERY good ratchet. I prefer the Snap-On's comfort grip, I find I get less hand fatigue with the thicker grip.

[@jnthnc612]

“Excessive and not recommended “ lmao I love it

[@JC_AUTO831]

Great video cp! Your ratchet collection is awesome! I love my snap on ratchets. Tried a dozen different kinds and didn’t find any better so I filled up my ratchet drawer with them and sold off all the others. I am looking forward to the next video in this series. Thanks for making great content, keep it up!!!

[@seanressegger4094]

The wright 3/8ths with a 1/4 handle is a go to that I dont see mentioned as much as it deserves

[@ToolDemos]

What is it about the older, well used stuff that I like more?

[@CPthetooladdict]

Sure can!

[@dodgesportsman772]

My top 5 : 5 my old 1987 craftsman round head, 4 my old Matco round head, 3 my Mac, 2 Tekton swivel, 1 my Matco swivel

[@shannonhinton4092]

Love the ratchet video CP! I’m a big ratchet guy myself all the guys at work say I have a problem or feddish with them? Love to see your top 5 wrenches or wrench sets!

[@speedyrik]

I really enjoyed this video. I appreciate the understanding of the use all then ratchets. I have a few, but I need better. And your knowledge to it helps. I hope you could make another video based on ratchets. By brands and companies making sane copies of. Especially that good information you always give. Again, I appreciate your videos and the info and funny stuff. Ric, Waco Tx

[@tommcg666]

them ratchets we all got em ,

[@thomasperina2990]

Good Evening All: CP, you hit the nail on the head again sir. 👍 MY first exposure was when I started turning wrenches 🔧 & it was SK. I bout a full 3/8 drive set when I was 8 years old. I can still hear my father calling me an asshole 😒. The 2 ratchets that failed & the SK that caused my an injury & a CRAPSMAN. The Sk got replaced with no problem but CRAPSMAN really gave me a super hard time. I have 1 MAC ratchet that I bought back in 1985 & haven't been on a MAC truck since cause there are none in my area. When you have a certain feel for the mechanism you also feel the fastener. Many have told me I'm full of it but it's true ,& that's OK. My favorite is my Snap On ratchets. I know the feel, the application where I'm going to use it, but if we encounter a tough fastener I break out the air tools. Snap On is expensive & maybe you think I'm a SNOB but they perform for me, they don't fail, & it makes me money safely. What more is there to know 🤔. Cp great video, TMP from N.J.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Lol

[@llanbull]

I just got a koken ratchet and really love it. I also bought the quick spinner. I immediately compared it to my other ratchet and koken is the smoothest.

[@CPthetooladdict]

72 tooth or 30tooth?

[@kevinlamarr1424]

I always make to the end. No way I could stop in the middle of your videos

[@CPthetooladdict]

Thanks Kevin 👍👍👍👍

[@colinellicott9737]

Loved it thx. Would like to see your favorite ways to extend a wrench.

[@dieseldemon2197]

Cp you got an awesome collection my friend

[@Toolaholic7]

Most of my Snap On ratchets I bought used in good shape.Two I bought new

[@randysmith9636]

A study was done a few years ago with professional techs about their tools, box's, training, etc. In that study they found that the average Tech owned 18 ratchets. Personally I feel that number is low but that's what it found. I past 18 many years ago and the only non American made is a Koken and a Nepros. Thanks for calling out the flex head vs fixed head strength testing. Might as well be shocked when a 1/2 inch outperforms a 1/4 inch, doesn't make much sense. But if you are biased against a particular brand then that's what you do I guess. Thanks again brother for another great video.

[@CPthetooladdict]

No kidding thats interesting I could see owning a dozen but that's definitely so great information I enjoyed this comment very much appreciated the knowledge!!

[@gilmansgarage6341]

Agree that Snap on 3/8 extra long flex is solid..had my doubts when I first got it..man it gives you 1/2 drive feel..

[@CPthetooladdict]

Amen on that it's a beast

[@Trolldaddy5]

"A good dozen ratchets will get you by" 🤣

[@derekace7471]

Ridiculous collection of ratchets but I absolutely love it and I think this is 100% okay, I admire this. Having said that, man we need to you into some Wera ratchets! They're nice!

[@CPthetooladdict]

Shoot I do have a wera I love lol

[@magicrox99]

Dude! I’m envious lmao ppl don’t understand u gotta feel it try it hold it

[@CPthetooladdict]

Exactly that was how I ended up with this lol

[@zvonimirfrankovichjr4854]

I have both in hard handle 3/8 and 1/4 in great ratchets the rotohead

[@JaySosaNY]

I have some snap on and Mac flex head ratchets but the one I usually use the most is the shittsburg it’s in between sizes of my Mac and snap on it’s 16 inches I think

[@davidharris8171]

That Stanley twist flex Rachel has got me out of a number of tight situations. It may be cheap but it has earned a place in my box.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Agreed

[@GerardoVw1]

I recently picked up that blue snap on specialty ratchet!! Awesome ratchet

[@peterchristlieb]

CP, I have over 60 ratchets and I take good care of them down to the lowliest Shittsburg Pro set. I tend to but all three drive sizes when I see something I really like. Yes I have a problem, no shits are given or asked for. Yes I will continue to buy and cherish ratchets and wrenches. There are worse things to collect out there. BTW, my favorite is the FHLL80 3/8 red comfort grip.

[@joujimiichi1]

I bought the husky 5pcs ratchet set that comes with the 1/4” gimbal ratchet and I pretty much hate all 5 of them. They are definitely the tools I would loan out to a friend. I have 2 ko-ken and 3 Nepros ratchets that I pick up 99% of the time. Not to mention my 2 Snap-on’s, 3 Craftsman’s and 3 Astro Tools ratchets… The only ratchets I regret buying are those husky’s. They have really stiff back drag (even after servicing with superlube oil), the surface finish arrived new with pits and scratches and they all have large-profile pear heads except the standard 1/4”. I felt they weren’t worthy of my toolbox space sitting next to my Japanese ratchets so I have since moved them to the trunk of my car. I don’t typically get rid of tools ever so they will likely be sitting in that car until my death.

[@TheRealElmoSkateTeam]

For the longest time I wouldn't grab my locking snapon flex head due to how easy it would move from the free moving to locked and it would just piss me off but then I did the tool exchange program (if you know you know) with my cornwell flex head so now if I need a longer 3/8s I gotta deal with it

[@algaudreau2774]

Have many different brand ratchets but my go to are hard handel snap ons

[@rtz549]

I want a SK 45174 ratchet in 1/4". That knurled handle all the way up. Any brand.

[@GH-oi2jf]

The regular SK 1/4" ratchet is about the same length, so what is it you like about the stubby 3/8"? Just the knurling? How about using a 3/8 to 1/4 adapter?

[@rtz549]

@@GH-oi2jfthe simplicity and minimalist type design appeals to me.

[@notme6071]

C.P. I have locking flex head snap ons 3/8 & 1/2 I’m thinking about getting the regular flex heads from snap on but in the extra long flavor. How do they hold up to getting floppy and more annoying than useful?

[@gtcam723]

That Blackhawk is a Tone which I’m sure you know. I have a Snap On 3/8 11”ish quick release that I bought specifically because I wanted what I figured is the strongest option in a quick release in that length as it’s one of my favorite all around lengths. But I also really like my non QR Gearwrench 90t compact head and my Proto 90t teardrops.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Depends on the year Blackhawk was originally made in usa in Texas before being bought by Stanley, and their is some debate that tone even manufacturers and not infar making them for tone now.

[@gtcam723]

@@CPthetooladdict that’s valid. I was just speaking of the one you had right there. We’ve got some old Blackhawks kicking around the shop, like 36t variety. They’ve been around a while.

[@CPthetooladdict]

​@@gtcam723I showed both one at 9:36 and one at 11:42

[@gtcam723]

@@CPthetooladdict ahh I missed them. Pitfalls of messing around on here while at work. Lol

[@BubbaAyers1969]

I think I got that same 12” ratchet, I’ll look when I go back to work next week, great video 👍

[@tommcg666]

wratchet police on their way-you're over the limit

[@brandong1990]

Hey what's the head kit number for that old mac ratchet to make it a 1/2 drive

[@CPthetooladdict]

Discontinued

[@brandong1990]

I know it discontinued I want to look on the used market for one

[@jasonsneade1638]

Top 5 flashlight / work lights

[@peterchristlieb]

I need to order a couple of Koken ratchets, I had ordered a couple but it seems some fedex guy wanted them more than I did. I do have a few Nepros and they are more than excellent aside from being a little taller profile. I do have a large amount of inexpensive ratchets, probably half of them. It’s surprising how well some of them hold up as those are the ones I allow the other guys to grab. I still police them up at the end of the day, they go back in the box clean and dry. Thinking about going on the hunt for some Proto ratchets and some American made Cornwell. The latter’s days are numbered for sure so I’ve got to find them in low and high tooth count. My long distance independent tool truck guy used to be with Cornwell so I’m hoping he has a few stashed somewhere along with an SAE Wrench set. When I get out from under this recent Vacation plus the annual Taxes, Insurance and Home expenses, I want to do a video on some Williams USA stuff. Few people know that for a few bucks more or less in a lot of cases than Taiwanese stuff, you can have Snap On quality and smoothness in lower tooth counts.

[@aarg2609]

I am jealous 😝 badass tool set.

[@CPthetooladdict]

No need to be jealous I'm stupid lol

[@andystoolbox]

I have exactly 11 ratchets so your ballpark was spot on. I just look at you ratchet drawer and think why, but then you would not have a channel if you didn't. Lol congrats on the PR for the magazine add/flyer it always feels good when your channel gets some good PR. Keep telling the truth brother., and stop buying ratchets. Lol

[@prabodhsangiorgio3912]

Really nice. Wise words, it all depends on the situation and the value for money. My go to are nepros, koken, usag and facom ( got merged some times ago), Got snap on and bunch of cheaper stuff. And they all work when you pick the right tool for the job. Koken 3/8 3753sm multipurpose has been my saviour multiple times.

[@chevyharper5681]

I really enjoyed this and I think you should do scanner/diagnostic tools next

[@BellaRocko]

That is the most varied collection of ratchets I've ever seen! And I enjoyed it thoroughly! Thanks, CP!

[@georgeferlazzo7936]

Hello again CP Thank you for another Great Video 👍

[@bluefj-wc3vz]

I finally picked up the new locking style 3/8 Snap On FHLLX last week from dealer. Had to have one 😂

[@ampegor]

I have a bunch in my box at work 5 1/4 drive 6 3/8 drive 6 1/2 drive and 3 3/4 drive. I know I have all I need but I WANT more lol.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Lol always good 👍

[@richardbates2367]

What do you think of the fixed head standard length 3/8 144 position,100 position and the 72 tooth husky ratchets CP sir and hopefully Henry is doing better today.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Never used one I think the 144 thing is a gimmick

[@richardbates2367]

@@CPthetooladdict I'd have to agree I also think it is a gimmick why I haven't bought one.

[@joedirt1712]

Top 5 lights. Hello CP!!!

[@Jasonandsonsgarage]

Great video, I’m going to make a video about my ratchet collection. I also have a Mac flex head. I didn’t want the comfort grip but that’s all my dealer had. It now is my go to

[@CPthetooladdict]

Please do!

[@rangerthirtyfour3758]

Yessir! Thanks for the top 5 video

[@sejcustoms1993]

I’m looking to get and try my first snap-on ratchet next week. I have icons and craftsmans currently

[@CPthetooladdict]

Go for it!

[@tyroneallen8064]

that 1/4 is the bees knees my go to for anything 15mm or smaller

[@jonspink4035]

Have you happen to have have heard when sk is going to get tools in stock on there website?

[@CPthetooladdict]

As soon as china can get them pumped out

[@jonspink4035]

@@CPthetooladdict i like the way the wrenches feel in hand seems like the edges are more rounded

[@CPthetooladdict]

I don't think you will see that design again I'd be looking for new old stock on ebay or Harry j epstien

[@eddyramirez6924]

Top 5 pliers would be cool also I just bought Koken of my matco dealer do you know if they’re parting up with Koken

[@chrischambers5482]

Keep this idea going. Also is there anything wrong with mayhew pry bars?

[@CPthetooladdict]

Nope

[@josephriddle2772]

Mayhew make good products.

[@donaldhollums3278]

I must be losing the race, I only have five 3/8” drive ratchets😅! I have 3-Carlyle: a stubby fixed-head, a non-locking flex-head with the bent handle, and the regular locking flex-head. A Tekton regular fixed-head with the comfort grip, and a Gearwrench swivel-head ratchet. The Carlyles have gotten the most use and their locking flex-head is my favorite. I even gloat about it some on my itty-bitty channel.

[@nachos_70firebird66]

When I look into Cornwell ratchets online catalog their 3/8 have now 72 teeth and 120 is it a coincidence it's similar to Gearwrench.

[@timothycallahan4694]

I thought I had a lot of ratchets but brother you got me beat. Thanks for the video. What are your favorite screwdrivers?

[@CPthetooladdict]

Probably vessel

[@austinmoore1689]

I love my snap on hard handle ratchets and the normal s80 ratchet

[@rayvissari9485]

I have not had good luck with the snapon 1/4 swivel head apparently it’s a recurring issue with them that they skip a lot. I have the 3/8 version and love it. I returned the 1/4 didn’t even bother to warranty it bc iv heard so many bad things abt that particular style

[@danielg3369]

Great collection, any Harbor Freight or Grearwrench ?

[@CPthetooladdict]

Nope nothing excited me from them

[@djosbun]

I appreciate you sharing your top ratchets, CP! I also have a few that never get used (USA Craftsman from the late 1980s) as I always grab my favorites for the task at hand (which I think we all do). Buy once, cry once on the better stuff but they are DEFINITELY well worth the investment!

[@gerskilynettemarty1387]

So are the old SK ratchets getting the olsa name ? Or what’s going on with SK now ?

[@CPthetooladdict]

Yes olsa is using the company that used to make the lp 90 sk

[@nonya1588]

That side winder was from Popular Mechanics. I had one as a teenager.

[@CPthetooladdict]

It was sold through them but it was a private company named Qual connect.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGKumnykZ52rgac

[@gregblau8082]

I have an astro ratchet like that mac 1/2. I don't use it much but it's pretty decent and was cheap

[@paulhunt598]

I have never hear of Koken before... Most of my 50ish ratchets are Snap-On. I love their fine tooth pear head styles. I have old school Snap-On ratchets that never get used, because they are too clunky. I don't understand why Snap-On took so long to introduce the fine tooth head. But with the fine tooth head, I became a "total" Snap-On ratchet fan boy. Snap-On simply dominates the ratchet market offering every conceivable configuration. I have some other brands that fit a particular niche. I keep a 1/4" kit in a portable box with virtually every socket, extension and ratchet configuration. It is 100% Snap-On except for a soft grip Matco ratchet. Matco feel in that tool is a dream. It is my only Matco ratchet, but I think Matco got that tool right. Even though I think that my Snap-On tools are more robust, I use the Matco most of the time. The head looks uncommonly wide, but it is very thin. It is simply a beautiful tool. The green handle seems quirky with the Snap-On red, but it is easy to spot and grab. When SK introduced their 72 tooth round head ratchet in the early 80's, I bought 3. No one else had anything comparable back then. The head was small, the handle was extremely thin and two handle lengths were available. I was using mostly Snap-On by then, and I always felt ashamed that I treasured those Sk ratchets. Other makers copied and improved the fine tooth market and I didn't retire my SK tools until Snap-On finally introduced their fine tooth pear head. I bought a few of Snap-On round head fine tooth tools since they were introduced sooner, but the pear head design is preferred. I keep my old Snap-On coarse tooth ratchets thinking I may use them again, but most just take up drawer space. Snap-On understands that users value options in length, shape, grip, and other features. Most other makers don't understand this and limit the choices. If I like a feature in another brand and own and use it, I can't reliably purchase a special configuration, but I will find it in the Snap-On catalogue. I have a 1/2" drive Snap-On flex head with the 24" soft handle. I use it like a breaker bar. I have never damaged it and I stand on it doing work that warrants getting out the heavy 3/4" drive set. It is too long for simple tasks, but I regularly throw it in on camping trips and 4 wheeler outings and use it for those emergencies where you can't justify packing an impact. Its size makes it an infrequent tool grab, but few in my circle own the tool and it is coveted.

[@ronswanson9446]

Do you like the Olsa swivel head ratchets?

[@CPthetooladdict]

I liked them fine until olsa tools just rebranded them from sk

[@ronswanson9446]

Looking at almost all of the swivel head roto heads I think they are made in the same factory for everyone. Maybe snap on is different but not sure. Have a great week.

[@davidwalle5025]

Good video. You have as many rachets as clay koon of koon trucking. I like the fixed head long handle rachets. Keep them coming.

[@CPthetooladdict]

I'm betting I have twice as many 135 total lol

[@davidwalle5025]

@@CPthetooladdict you might, do not know what Clay's count is.

[@paulsouders3489]

Does mac make a usa made stubby Ratcheting wrench ?

[@CPthetooladdict]

No

[@James-dx9ho]

CP! What’s the best mix of koken and snap on ratchets you would buy if starting over? Lengths, flex, fixed etc.

[@CPthetooladdict]

I buy all the quarter inch and three eighths and koken and then the longer lengths and snap on koken doesn't make anything over twelve inches

[@dennisrieger1508]

I think I have another 20 or 30 plus ratchets I need to buy ,I know you ask why , well you don't have to ask because you know every ratchet is different in some kind way ,I love the stubby ones for sure , because I take off a lot of bumpers and such , good for door handles to .

[@CPthetooladdict]

Definitely would love to see your collection I'm sure more people would also!!

[@dennisrieger1508]

@@CPthetooladdict I'll do it some day for sure

[@richarddietz6145]

I know what you mean by having all kinds of ratchets I think I have about 60 plus 3/8 ratchets. Some I love some I hate but the all have there place great video

[@slayerment]

Tool testers on KZbin put flex heads against fixed heads for the same reason they put heavy duty screwdrivers against regular screwdrivers: they don't know any better. They don't know all the different types and models provided by each brand and so they just pick what they think is right without knowing they're doing an apples to oranges test. It's one of biggest problems with all these online tool tests. The sample selection in tests is not the best.

[@CPthetooladdict]

I agree

[@richardbates2367]

Project farm broke the head of the flex head ratchet but it still works it didn't strip the teeth or pawl

[@rangerthirtyfour3758]

Perhaps a wrap up at the end of these top 5 videos would be useful for referencing

[@CPthetooladdict]

Thanks for the suggestion I couldn't remember your full screen name..I'm not sure I understand what you mean as far as a wrap up?

[@rangerthirtyfour3758]

@@CPthetooladdict like “just to recap, number 1 was this, number 2 was this, 3 was this, 4 was this, and finally number 5 was this”

[@CPthetooladdict]

I said at the end snap-on was my number 1 but that's not in every category the ratchets I showed have different purposes no one ratchet can be the best because a 18 ratchet is good at a specific task but not good at under dash work you can't put a place realistically on one ratchet it takes several to complete different task.

[@BLASTIC0]

What some good but cheap-er set of flexhead ratcheting wrenches?

[@johnb1121]

Icon gearwrench

[@dougputhoff3215]

Tecton

[@BLASTIC0]

@@johnb1121 lol better than the teckon you think?

[@CPthetooladdict]

I like the craftsman ones they are very nice tekton and dynamic are also good ones

[@BLASTIC0]

@@CPthetooladdict how about long dual box ratcheting… 2 sizes on each… they all seem very expensive.