September 7, 2010 |
When One Wrench Beats Two |
 
A well-known DIY rule of thumb is that you can never have too many clamps, and the same holds true for wrenches. However, there is an exception: Channellock's 4'N 1 Ratcheting Wrench Set.
Each of these new Channellock wrenches has four socket sizes instead of two, which is the typical configuration for most ratcheting box wrenches. The working ends each have two 12-point sockets, and two-wrench sets are available in the most commonly used SAE or metric sizes.
Aside from getting eight sizes in two wrenches, we found a lot to like about these wrench sets. They have no sharp edges to give you an unexpected bad-hand day, the reversing mechanism is positive and easy to use and their black coating is durable. One more thing: They look cool! Of course, it also doesn't hurt that these tools are American made.
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