What is the quality of Pittsburgh tools?

Are Harbor Freight impact sockets good?

For a rough and tough set of sockets at a great deal the Harbor Freight sockets are a great buy. However we feel for a few bucks more you can get a much nicer set like the Tekton's that include the laser etching and storage case.Mar 24, 2018

Which socket brand is best?

- Sunex 80-Piece Master Impact Socket Set. - DEWALT 192-Piece Mechanics Tool Set. - TEKTON 3/8-Inch Drive Socket Set. - GearWrench 57-Piece 3/8-Inch Drive 6-Point Socket Set. - Stanley 201-Piece Socket Set. - Stanley Black Chrome and Laser Etched 69-Piece Socket Set.

Who manufactures Pittsburgh hand tools?

Pittsburgh tools are made & sold exclusively at Harbor Freight Tools. Our Pittsburgh hand tools and automotive tools are sold across the United States at all 1,100+ Harbor Freight locations and online at harborfreightharborfreightHarbor Freight is America's leading retailer of quality tools at the lowest prices. Headquartered in Calabasas, California, Harbor Freight operates a chain of retail stores, as well as a mail-order and e-commerce business.https://go.harborfreight.com › what-is-harbor-freightWhat Is Harbor Freight?.com.

How do you open a socket set?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UzR4fwNnOLA

How do you open a socket packaging?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHXakVRI310

What material are sockets made of?

Regular hand tool sockets are usually made from chrome vanadium steel, which is structurally strong but generally more brittle, and therefore prone to breaking when exposed to shock and vibration.Jan 20, 2021

Are Pittsburgh sockets any good?

HF does carry some junk, but that is to be expected at a “discount store.” However, their Pittsburgh line of tools are actually pretty good, especially if you don't work with tools every day, and just need some around the house for the occasional job.

What metal are sockets coated with?

Chrome plating is the most common surface finish found on sockets. It is used in two forms: standard chrome and matt chrome or satin, and is designed to provide corrosion protection to the finished socket.

How do I choose a socket set?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_w9UfqkACTY

What type of socket is most commonly used?

Hex sockets are the most common type of socket and come in two main types: hex/6 point sockets and bi-hex/12 point sockets.