Most of Japanese mechanics love Snap-ON. KTC knew that Snap-ON is the top of tool manufacturer. Therefore, KTC created Nepros to beat Snap-ON. In general, Nepros is slightly cheaper than Snap-ON in Japan, but if you buy it from outside of Japan. It could be more expensive than Snap-on.
@testaccount23432 жыл бұрын
Snap-On is NOT the best tool manufacturer. Their quality is going down.
@qwertpoiuy4302 жыл бұрын
@@testaccount2343 they might not be the best, but for sure they are the top. Now their ratchets are for sure to me the best out there. Better than Mac, cornwell, matco, proto, sk. Anything else usually is better value, but not better product But the rest are just fine imo. Now I have not handled nepros, just a little ktc. But I assume that the nepros are up there.
@Orr_s2 жыл бұрын
@@qwertpoiuy430 these ratchets for the money are definitely overall heads above Snap-On. I assume just because snap-on is so big now that quality, fit and finish, and so on isnt as good. Now you get the same warranty with Nepros and Snap-on but if course you pay a little for convenience of Snap-On trucks to get you tools back in a timely fashion and taken care of. These ratchets are little cheaper, the design and execution of them are absolutely high end. Theyre made like a swiss watch and when you open one and hold it you wont even want to use it or get it dirty or scratched lol i have the 1/4” stubby flex head and the teeth and so nice even not broken in right out of box
@Trolldaddy57 ай бұрын
@@testaccount2343it depends the specific tool. Everyone talks about brands as a whole, good or bad. In reality every brand has certain tools that are excellent and certain that suck. Their are certain tools that snap on makes better then everyone else and certain tools everyone else makes better then snap on.
@WhatsthePOINT_EDC4 жыл бұрын
Clay said its good so you know its good. Ive watched this channel for a little while now and every tool he has recommended have been excellent. Thanks for the quality knowledgeable videos.
@TheCerroFam4 жыл бұрын
Today is Snap-on Friday!! Have a good looooong weekend.
@cucolopez19424 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Ratchets, great buy Clay. Now I've got to have one👍🏽
@franknorman54884 жыл бұрын
Clay, that blue handled ratchet got your name on it!
@andresco503 жыл бұрын
Awesome finally a pro talking about this brand really nice tools hope to see more of this Japanese tools! Thank you
@KoonTrucking3 жыл бұрын
I have several Nepros videos check them out
@dixonqwerty11 ай бұрын
The quality of Jappanese tools are amazing. They take pride in what they do, and it shows.
@patrickcreech52404 жыл бұрын
I have a couple and these are hand down the WORLD'S BEST RATCHETS.
@jpbiscaro86943 жыл бұрын
Hope to see more nepros stuff! Maybe even koken tools?
@soccerbros69564 жыл бұрын
I can’t wait to try and get one. The ones on the last page looked freaking nice. They are expensive “Snapon expensive” Great video!
@EVILVIKTOR3 жыл бұрын
Now take a look at Koken. That is the true king of Japanese tools. Vessel screwdrivers, also made in Japan are the best kept secret motorcycle mechanics have. The JIS standard is way ahead of Philips.
@michaelsedway97034 жыл бұрын
A decade ago I got a Nepros adjustable wrench. It is a thing of beauty.
@coreysuttles13624 жыл бұрын
Extremely beautiful tools and I see they offer some six point wrenches! Great video Clay
@harveysmith1004 жыл бұрын
I saw that too. Finnaaallly!
@BrenticusMaximus12 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing 🙂👍 great videos as always, love the content and attention to detail 👌
@kylemurdoc4 жыл бұрын
Some of those Nepros extra long flat box end wrenches would have everyone beat.
@johnmichaelgavin36174 жыл бұрын
Well this is something new...they look awesome!
@towboatjeff4 жыл бұрын
Man those things are nice! One day I'll pick up a Nepros ratchet and socket set to add to the collection.
@johnsimon61674 жыл бұрын
Never seen a ratchet that needs a display case. Lol.
@brianreese93184 жыл бұрын
I’d love to see a video on your hole ratchet collection unless you have done one already
@towboatjeff4 жыл бұрын
The wooden grip screwdrivers are freaking amazing looking, i dont know if i could bring myself to use em if ID buy a set.
@Android811 Жыл бұрын
I've had mine for about 3 years now, and they're awesome! Still puts a smile on my face every time I grab one.
@Mark-oc9ig4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video tell Mr. Hamilton no more missing Friday's
@tonymaida1144 жыл бұрын
Love your reviews Clay! I'm ordering some up now. Cool man!
@VDC_EDC4 жыл бұрын
My Snap-on guy actually showed up this week! Got a bent neck penlight and so far so good! Lantern mode is bright as hell
@forgedsteelwrench92494 жыл бұрын
Nepros......money well spent. Love Japan made things especially tools.
@mikefisc9989 Жыл бұрын
I had never heard of Nepros tools and I appreciate that you shared the contents of the concept book with your viewers. The ratchets are both beautiful and expensive. I have dedicated myself to buying from countries that are friendly towards the US when possible, so Japan meets that requirement. The goal is to buy as little as possible from China.
@KoonTrucking Жыл бұрын
Take a look at Koken then, cheaper, stronger and with them having a USA warehouse the warranty process is MUCH MUCH easier as they have rebuild kits available for ratchets on hand and in stock here in the United States.
@binagarten4667 Жыл бұрын
I love your reviews an thanks for intoducing me to this ratchet!
@Invisible_Poop4 жыл бұрын
I visited the website, looks great. Priced are reasonable. Considering 90% of my tools are Snap On Tools, these Nepros looks great. I myself have many many ratchets, 1/4'' drive being my favorite. If you like Japan quality, check out their Miyabi birchwood SG2 Knives. They are the one of the best knives out there! Ain't cheap though! Almost $2,000 dollars for a Miyabi birchwood set!!
@certifieddiesel13234 жыл бұрын
Dang it Clay just when I said I wasn’t buying anymore ratchets ( 39 ) to date. Like you I have this thing with ratchets!
@jackallen57764 жыл бұрын
That thing is so clean i wouldn’t want to even use it
@fredstroh43084 жыл бұрын
Great video. Awesome tools, thanks Clay
@harveysmith1004 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for this video for a while. Mr. Ratchet meets The Ratchet. Your voice changed a bit when you turned over to reveal the last page, I think it was all too much for you. I love how the Japanese go about things. I own a 30 year old Toyota LandCruiser and it runs like a Swiss watch. They know how to make thinks.
@that80guy163 жыл бұрын
Same here - I own a 94 and it won’t die, I use only Toyota brand made by ktc tools or snap on tools on it
@harveysmith1003 жыл бұрын
@@that80guy16 Can I share two things with you. "Amayama." They ship worldwide and sell genuine Toyota parts. This is one of the best things I ever discovered. Second is "Vessel JIS Screwdrivers." Toyota don't use Philip's screws, they use JIS (Japanese Industry Standard) screws. Learn about JIS and it will really help. I think Klay did a video on them.
@WizzRacing2 жыл бұрын
I broke my wallet on Nepro and Koken tools... And they have made my life less frustrating.. As them Koken Nut Gripper sets are stupid great. I don't drop nuts and bolts anymore....It grabs them....
@pablopopovich17624 жыл бұрын
Good video! I have the regular 1/4”, its the prettiest ratchet I ever used. I was sad after first drop.
@SHW3724 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this, but i miss Mr. Hamilton on Fridays.
@Adams_Grage4 жыл бұрын
No snap on Friday!!! 😫😫😫
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
Nope he had to take off
@danieltubbs4584 жыл бұрын
@@KoonTrucking next week on Friday are you also able to ask Hamilton about Sheet Metal Hammer, and Sheet Metal snips.
@Adams_Grage4 жыл бұрын
Koon Trucking this is 2 out of the last 3 weeks we can’t be having this nonsense! lol jk I’m looking forward to next Friday already hope it’s a good one!
@henryproctor21934 жыл бұрын
I really like those, I'm betting a set of those will soon be in Clay's box hello from Downtown LA everyone
@josephriddle27724 жыл бұрын
Clay, we love tools period!!! 🔧🔧🔧🔧🔧
@bobbyw90464 жыл бұрын
I see the passion you have for this little Ratchet! Looks terrific!! Maybe it will force Snap-on to step up their quality and lower their Prices (won't hold my breath thought - lol) as well since the Nepro's are less expensive.
@SuperMIKevin3 жыл бұрын
tools for the modern samurai.
@michaelmangino98194 жыл бұрын
Great vid, bout time someone did these ratchetz.
@TailgateTech4 жыл бұрын
I have never heard of that brand, looks like it’s pretty high quality.
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
You should feel them! They are freaking amazing. The video doesn’t do them justice on how shiny the chrome finish is on them.
@etchosts81624 жыл бұрын
That looks sweet!
@andreaechevarria67254 жыл бұрын
That old Craftsman tool box is just screaming for a couple of Tub o Towels wipes. Really nice ratchets. Look like tiny jewelry in your hands.
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
The pictures honestly don’t do them justice. The chrome is unreal how awesome it is! Makes a Peterbilt bumper look like silver spray paint !
@jmkclk1231004 жыл бұрын
Wow they are so polished they look like a piece of jewelry.
@gregcothrum40454 жыл бұрын
Great video have a great weekend and stay safe 👍
@juggernaut_zj4 жыл бұрын
when i saw it at first i thought it had a 3/8s adapter on the end of the handle so you can add extensions for extra leverage
@doctordiesel54674 жыл бұрын
I have the long 3/8 flex nepros ratchet been very good for over a year
@davidfields29304 жыл бұрын
I too love ratchets. Lol
@henryg6834 жыл бұрын
I hope Hamilton is racing his race car this weekend???clay you and bill have a great holiday weekend!!!
@jerrycoxwelljr94584 жыл бұрын
Very nice.😎
@ecleveland14 жыл бұрын
Maybe we should all pay Clay a visit this holiday weekend and check out the new rachets ourselves, didn't he say he was providing all the bbq ribs and chicken with all the fixins, banana pudding, and blackberry cobbler and at least 4 kegs of beer. What do y'all say?
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
Come on we will cook and drink a couple cold ones!
@ecleveland14 жыл бұрын
@@KoonTrucking I wish I could, I would love to meet y'all but this busted up body doesn't take traveling very well. Hope y'all have a great weekend.
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
You have a good weekend also ! I’m planning on having some good food and ice cold ones myself 🧊 🍺
@golds335 Жыл бұрын
They look Awesome but they are expensive I would be to scared to use it might buy one to keep in my bedroom 😉
@davidpangburn24213 жыл бұрын
Love your show
@martymurphy74774 жыл бұрын
Too nice to get dirty..those with tha colors are cool.
@scottie261694 жыл бұрын
some of the comments on here are just plain jealousy & attention seeking, God forbid a guy spoils himself. sweet purchase hope to see more & thanks for introducing me to a new brand !
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
Haters will hate. I’ve learned many things from KZbin so far and one of them is people are jealous ! Haha
@oldman33884 жыл бұрын
Clay you are going need a bigger ratchet drawer the shine on that look great you almost don't want to get dirty. How long did take for shipping??🔧🔧🔧🔧
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
Not as bad as you would think a couple weeks
@estevanmartinez71883 жыл бұрын
Nice rachet set they look bettwr than my sk rachets and by the way are the nepros rachets better than sk rachets.
@KoonTrucking3 жыл бұрын
they are a lot smoother and the chrome finish and feel is much better not to mention how well balanced the nepros are
@drengskap3 жыл бұрын
Damn, ratchets which are even more premium than Snap-On? Who even knew such things existed?
@tylerleon86054 жыл бұрын
What kind of Apple Watch Band are you rocking now Clay? And do you use a screen protector?
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
It’s made by Lunatik this is the first series Apple Watch. I had a black one up until a few weeks ago and finally broke the knob off it and ordered this one. It lasted from 2014-15 whenever they came out until now wearing it daily. Yes it had a screen protector on it. They work great
@bigdaddy281734 жыл бұрын
no snap on love today 🤦♂️
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
Nope he was off
@stompbox64dtown93 жыл бұрын
I have a nepros 90 tooth 3/8 ratchet, and it's great, but my proto 90 tooth is better. Smoother, more robust-solid, and great knurling.
@wayned31372 жыл бұрын
I have about 20 or so snap on ratchet and I’m willing to give these a try. My only concern is the warranty claim, it seems pretty annoying to go thru. I don’t wanna wait more than a week to get my tool replaced or repaired.
@Android811 Жыл бұрын
If you got 20 other ratchets, you should be ok waiting. Anyway, I don't see my nepro's stuff failing anytime soon. Will definitely outlast snap off!!!
@davidwalle50254 жыл бұрын
good video. rachets have very nice chrome. Is Hamilton gone racing this weekend ?
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
He had to take off today early In sure he will explain next week
@michaelmckay4 жыл бұрын
@@KoonTrucking Court date in Vegas lol
@allupinhere91073 жыл бұрын
Japanese and Taiwan made tools are great quality. Chinese made are bad, but improving.
@johnnyramirez90824 жыл бұрын
Prices aren’t too bad but I’m fearing shipping will kill the deal
@michaelsedway97034 жыл бұрын
I just looked this stuff up. Wow. 10 years ago, it was prices like craftsman stuff from Sears. TimeS have changed
@certifieddiesel13234 жыл бұрын
These ratchets are available at Amazon so you don’t have to pay the shipping fee.
@johnnyramirez90824 жыл бұрын
CERTIFIED DIESEL thank you sir
@michaelmckay4 жыл бұрын
Do you have any Koken or Tone? Those are really smooth from what I have seen
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
No I’ve looked at a few of them
@eXiteVideoMagazine4 жыл бұрын
I love my Tone ratchet wrenches! Really want to buy Koken, just haven’t. KTC is everywhere here (standard, not Nepros), but I haven’t seen much Koken in stores. Got a great deal on my Tone, though. Half off because the store was no longer going to carry Tone. If you work on Japanese vehicles, I recommend getting a Vessel or other brand of Japanese no. 2 driver. They fit better.
@michaelmckay4 жыл бұрын
@@eXiteVideoMagazine Thank you!! Yes I LOVE Vessel, JIS works so much better than regular PH2 for US specs. Sounds like you came up big on Tone, no such sales around here in the US. The reviews I have read all said smooth as silk like the Nepros, just not the good finishing. The Tone was 72 tooth though, not a deal breaker.
@eXiteVideoMagazine4 жыл бұрын
Mike McKay I did! I also got their mini bit driver set, for like the equivalent of 14 dollars. The finish of Tone isn’t as good as Nepros, but it’s a little nicer than KTC’s standard line, IMHO. Both are still good though, because they don’t slip in a bare, greasy hand. Koken also has a “Nepros” grade set called Zeal. Hard for me to comment on longevity, as I’m just a weekend warrior. I do love a good tool, though. KTC is the factory tool for Toyota, at least here in Japan. I don’t know about their American factory tool provider. I’m still using a lot of my old Craftsman raised panel stuff I had from the late 90s, but I have been buying some stuff in Japan before I come back to America. My wife keeps asking why I’m buying ANOTHER ratchet or ANOTHER wrench set.... well... I like tools.
@michaelmckay4 жыл бұрын
@@eXiteVideoMagazine It would cost us so much more to buy in the USA, I am saving us money!!! Has never flown in the history of man lol. I think Koken makes subaru specialty tools. I have those Craftsman and some that are older, they work great and nothing wrong with them. I am re doing my tool box during this lock down in California, so its been expensive too lol. I will have to look at the Koken zeal, thank your for the heads up!
@ashlandgunclub10004 жыл бұрын
Very good pricing as well So nylon washer keeps it from being Wally Maybe Joe could get a franchise from them
@codyrobertson46304 жыл бұрын
Hope to see more Nepros tools on the channel
@ron4america3864 жыл бұрын
Scrapage is not even a word Clay Koon but snap on would cover it because its apart of the chrome thats under warranty. I tried getting a handle sent to me and they just had me send the whole ratchet back because the handle was mis aligned
@billgates3699 Жыл бұрын
Before I watched this video, I could have never conceived the word “sleeve” being two-syllables.
@thomasyang954 жыл бұрын
Can't wait till you see the new snap on 100th anniversary ratchet next friday...hopefully Hamilton got some
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
I’ve seen them. We did a video on them already about a month ago
@thomasyang954 жыл бұрын
@@KoonTrucking the steels one? I've seen the 3 combo ones with the half in 3/8 and 1/4...but theres a new one. for example they came out with the f80 with the 100 stamp
@darrellbrown4724 жыл бұрын
Hey man im in BRADENTON FL wish i could find a MATCO MAN
@johnridenour22204 жыл бұрын
Whatcha think about their screwdrivers?
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
They look nice
@georgeferlazzo79364 жыл бұрын
Hello again Clay Those are amazing to look at. I am hoping that you actually use them and let us know how they are at work side of things. I would also like to know about there wrenches. I am looking to upgrade from my Craftsman wrenches. Especially the open end/box end wrenches. I am looking at the anti-slip teeth as a game changer. Thank you again for another Great Video.
@larryborkstrom35804 жыл бұрын
They look nice like any tool from Japan you get what you pay for they got cheap as harbor freight or tool truck quality
@DieselDemon184 жыл бұрын
Cool video and good review no doubt, But Friday is Mr. Hamilton's day. Still a good video however
@danieltubbs4584 жыл бұрын
You got a ratchet that's not a Locking Flex-Head Comfirt Grip!!!!!! I'm surprised!!!! That nice though. Would a 3/8" Head fit in their 1/4" Body?
@patrickcreech52404 жыл бұрын
They make one already.
@danieltubbs4584 жыл бұрын
@@patrickcreech5240 oh sweet
@billyokley67234 жыл бұрын
Love your videos and really enjoy them. The ads are getting out of hand and are now to the point of being excessive. I don't need all the political bs and I'm tired of it. This short video was informative and interesting but it had nine ads total.
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
I can’t control what or how many ads they place on a video.
@jeffkeryk3550 Жыл бұрын
I just received a Nepros 1/4" ratchet. Beautiful tool. Do I need to lube it? I was considering just a little SuperLube. Thanks in advance!
@KoonTrucking Жыл бұрын
no they come ready to go from the factory. Check out the Koken ratchets, they are a much more robust ratchet that will take a lot more torque on them and they are ungodly smooth. They aren't as "Pretty" as a repros but definitely more of a work horse that will take what you put on it
@thecollector66292 жыл бұрын
I just bought some they look great but I don't think they are very are gonna be very strong don't think they are a replacement for the d 80's for everyday techs but nice to look at ....my go to will always be my 3/8 williams flex
@Android811 Жыл бұрын
90 tooth stuff isn't made for being strong. Crack it with your breaker bar first, that's what it's for!
@nelson1tom4 жыл бұрын
Those beautiful handled ratchets go for 2,000-$4,500.
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
Yep they are high
@josephriddle27724 жыл бұрын
No way! They can't cost that much
@nelson1tom4 жыл бұрын
Joseph Riddle Google “core77 Urushi Ratchet Handles”. The blog has a link to them and quotes the price. Specifically for the ones on the bottom of the page. IDK if the plain blue one is cheaper.
@RaoulThomas0074 жыл бұрын
They are Artwork!
@Blackwatch4094 жыл бұрын
Amazing video I'm curious on how this brand of ratchet compare to a Snap On ratchet
@JML19873 жыл бұрын
I dream of Urushi
@thonyfied57224 жыл бұрын
If you think these american or japanese ratchets are good you should really try the Stahlwille ratchets for example the 3/8 locking flex Head is the 452qr. It is a flex head locking quick release 3/8 ratchets. I have Snap On ratchets and in comparison to the Stahlwilles they are garbage. Greetings from Germany
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
I don’t have one but I have a few other German made ratchets heyco and I like them also a gedore 1/2” torque wrench that is really nice too. I have a couple German tools, I’m making my way around to them !
@michaelmckay4 жыл бұрын
I have the Stahlwillie flex head ratchet, and I like my Wera zyclop speed better. I am going to get some of these, they look like they blow them out of the water.
@byloyuripka96242 жыл бұрын
i have a set of stahlwille flex heads 1/4 3/8 1/2 and the flex mechanism has been destroyed 3x and the chrome or whatever the coating the use has chipped noticeable flakes.. :/ i also have nepros and koken.. i think nepros is the best in my opinion.. the german tools are great for work but nepros are beefy and like artwork
@WHATDATTOOLDO2 жыл бұрын
Can you do a teardown I'd love to see internals
@Holtyify4 жыл бұрын
Hey mate not so much related to the video but what are your thoughts on the tub o towls vs the snap on hand and tool wipes
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
I prefer tub o towels
@henryg6834 жыл бұрын
Those wrenches might work good cause they are making all the parts and cars so they might work on all the new stuff???
@brianreese93184 жыл бұрын
What’s the cost looked at site and wow very nice design tool
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
I covered the price in the video and also showed the receipt
@brianreese93184 жыл бұрын
I watched half now the rest was moving to new home finally closed
@rkstew3 жыл бұрын
the filthy, beater craftsman tool box doesn't fit, you should be showing those tools over a piece of black velvet
@TheJosephayal4 жыл бұрын
Japanese tools are high quality but very expensive
@billyokley67234 жыл бұрын
Do they have a tool truck on Friday? No? Well I will stick with my Snap On guy.
@altonbarbee88644 жыл бұрын
Are you going to use those or just put them in a display case?
@IronHorseHD4 жыл бұрын
All about matco ratchets. Till a new company sends him new ratchets
@KoonTrucking4 жыл бұрын
You have no idea what you are talking about. You listen to what others say that are also clueless. I have been wanting a Nepros ratchet for at least two years. You guys really should understand that a guy can have more than one tool or like more than one thing. Every one of ya’ll should grow up
@brandonm30714 жыл бұрын
Dude he showed a receipt he bought them.
@renatopurcino3 жыл бұрын
hi end tools
@mace4220044 жыл бұрын
You can order from amazon japan, www.amazon.jp, and get better prices. I have all the 3/8 Nepros sockets in shallow and deep, 6 and 12 point, about 14 dollars a piece with shipping 4 years ago. Cheaper if a set, than by the piece individually.
@EffingWhiteMale4 жыл бұрын
Damnation they're more expensive than Snap-On?!
@Rob-pg7rb3 жыл бұрын
Just got my Nepros 3/8 long compact ratchet (90 tooth) and compared it to my Snap On 1/4 fine tooth ratchet (72 tooth) because the heads were about the same size. HANDS DOWN...SNAP ON WAS MADE BETTER!! I took them both apart and compared the internals. First thing I noticed was the backing place was VERY LOOSE on the Nepros compared to the Snap-On. I had to be careful because I almost stripped the little phillips head screws on the Nepros. Snap On hex were screws much larger. You could tell just by the backing plate the Snap On was machined BETTER! The Snap on plate even had a rubber o-ring seal for the head driver!! The best way to ruin a ratchet is to let liquid get inside the head. Obviously Snap-On knows this and Nepros does not. Nepros had oil lubrication, the Snap had grease. The paw on the Snap On was LARGER than the Nepros and you could also tell the tolerance on everything inside the head was much tighter on the Snap-on. Im glad I just bought one Neros just to try it out. The first red flag should of been the pretty box the Nepro came in. Sure the chrome was better than the Snap On, but chrome plating is probably one of the easiest steps in the manufacturing process compared to the fine machining. I was very disappointed with the Nepros.
@miltonmartinez66983 жыл бұрын
Let me have it if you don’t like it
@JalenRose02 Жыл бұрын
They are JIS screws not philips
@tomthompson740011 ай бұрын
So how are they holdin up and how are they looking three years on ??
@KoonTrucking11 ай бұрын
Honestly I never use them at all anymore since I got the Koken ones. Much stronger design with the Z Series and smoother.
@tomthompson740011 ай бұрын
@@KoonTrucking Many thanks ,,, that saves me money .