Performance Tool W1173 SAE/Metric 40-Piece SAE and Metric Socket Set, 1/4-Inch & 3/8-Inch Drive

This product is overall of reasonable build quality. I just started working in a small engine repair shop and I wanted a set of tools for myself to use. The tools are not perfect by any means. The tools have small cosmetic defects and the socket fits are not 100% accurate (pretty close though). The plastic case that the sockets came in is VERY fragile, but is also very well organized. As long as you don't abuse the case it should serve you very well.Pros:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*Affordable*Set is relatively complete*Socket Wrenches feel very solid*Sockets are well organized in case*Bit driver magnet is EXCELLENT*Backed by an Unconditional LIFETIME WarrantyCons:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~*Cosmetically imperfect*Case is flimsy*White rust formed over the first night I owned this set*Only one socket extension included, and its the shortest I have ever seen.*Hmmm... Not really too much else.Overall, A great set for beginners. I highly recommend this to anyone who wants a set to learn with. I also love the fact that this set is covered by a lifetime warranty. I will come back and update this review if there are durability issues with this product.The white rust mentioned in the Cons section was only cosmetic. In time, it will rub off and the zinc will react properly with the air. I STRONGLY suggest that for the first few days you own this set you LEAVE THE CASE OPEN. Leaving the case open will allow the air to circulate around the sockets and form the correct chemical bonds with the zinc coating.P.S. !!! *** !!!The brand of tools that I received was NOT Wilmar. What was shipped to me was something called "Mechanics Products 'Mechanics Tool Set'". This was sent to me by the Amazon LLC. seller, so I don't know what you will receive if you order from another seller.P.P.S.As it turns out, "Mechanics Products" is actually a brand that Wilmar uses for some of their products.

It’s exactly what you paid for. The metal is not high quality but if you need a ratchet set for your Dads home then it’s great. It’s the type of set that you can keep in the trunk of your car for emergencies.

This review is for Performance Tool W1173 socket set. The case seems fine. I after traveling through the delivery process there was no jumble when opened. The finish looks good to me. I've spot checked the fit of 8 or 10 sockets and it is good; not loose & not too tight. The sockets are properly snug on the wrench. The ratchet is a bit tight but some WD40 should fix that. The wall thickness looks a bit thin. I wouldn't use them with an impact wrench. But it's a good set and only $14. Many folks, most of us, I'd bet when we are young can't afford an ordinary socket set. This one will probably last a homeowner a lifetime and get a whole lot of work done.

Given the low price on this item, you probably wouldn't be expecting anything too great. That said though, this thing is even junkier than what I expected. First, I'll start with the plastic case. Even when closed all the way and snapped shut, it doesn't stop the sockets from falling out of the holders within the case. So you organize it all nice just like how it's supposed to be, then you snap it shut and move it from point A to point B and when you reopen it, the sockets are all over the place. So, the case is junk. As for the wrench and sockets, they are junk too. You can tell how poorly made they are just by running your fingers over the material. Anyone who works with tools will right away be able to tell this is low quality stuff. Also, a few of the socket sizes aren't very well pressed into the socket itself. It's hit or miss how many sockets have this problem, but there's definitely a few of them in my set. At the end of the day, I bought this because it is small and easily fits in a "general purpose" tool bag that I like to keep that just has "the basics" included in the bag for simple projects. I have a significantly nicer socket set in my outdoor tool box that I would of course go to for the bigger projects.... So this thing technically fits my needs for just a small little socket set that easily fits a general purpose tool bag, but that said this is really cheap stuff. I wouldn't trust the wrench not to give out if you put too much torque on it and the overall quality as a whole leaves a lot to be desired. If you're looking for something small, easy and cheap to just have for "around the house" easy stuff than I suppose this is decent for that - but it is a low quality set and I would not trust it for anything beyond elementary level work.

Exactly what I needed. No more looking around for misc sockets & trying to figure out SAE or metric.Excellent, I highly recommend.

This metal socket set is good except the ratchet slips on use. I grew up helping my daddy in his shop and he taught me how to use his classic tools from Sears and the vendor who came around to sell him tools at his shop. To go from the Cadillac of ratchets to this set is tough...But my daddy's tools were stolen by a bad contractor, so I'm replacing them as I can. I needed a ratchet to work on my wheelchair so I got this set. There's quite an array of sockets, but darn it, the plastic mechanism on the ratchet slips. So for that reason, I'm deducting two stars.I was able to work on my wheelchair by holding onto the back plastic on the ratchet. I banged up my fingers in the process and they're still sore, darn it.The adage of, you get what you pay for holds true. This socket set retails for under $21.

Tool use:Use these tools on a daily and for the price they have lasted for going on 2 yrs

Muy bien