TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive 4-Piece 6-Point Impact Flip Socket Set (4950)

B. Bowen: I bought this to have the right sockets for my new breaker bar for my car to back off lug nuts. I only need one size for me but it is handy to have to help other including my kids. The box is sold and useful. I was very impressed with the fit and finish of the sockets. They exceeded my expectation. I have only used it 3 times but I had no problems and recommend. I think it is a very good value and my kids (don't tell them) are getting this in their Christmas stocking this year! I am on the fence with my wife's stocking...

United States on Dec 16, 2021

ANDREA B.: I live in SW Florida, and any person who lives in sunny florida will agree, that the best invention ever was Air conditioner. Well, i'd say the second best thing invented was this set of sockets. And of course, these sockets are meaningless without a tough impact wrench which i also own and keep in my car with a charged battery at all times. To put it simple, these sockets, along with a good impact wrench and a battery operated tire inflator like the one made by Dewalt, can mean the difference between a 5-10 minutes "efortless" flat tire change, and painstaking full hour of hard work. Or 2 hours of wating time if you have roadside assistance and decide to wait for someone else to do it for you.

United States on Oct 15, 2021

Randy Carpenter: I purchased these a while ago and intentionally waited to give my review..

1 Order arrived quickly, no issues and the price was very reasonable.
2 I have used these on about 15 different cars and numerous trailers with my impact gun
I have used breaker bars with long pipes to break the wheel nuts loose, and I did not break socket.
They fit snug with no slop on the bolts, well labeled, tough case
The size assortment is perfect for most of the cars out there
After continuous usage for over 9 months, I have not had one issue with them

I can not find any cons, on pros. These have held up great with above average usage, and not one complaint. Considering the cost, I highly recommend them.

United States on Jun 23, 2021

Kyle driedger: Great product, I'm a mechanic so get used daily and multiple times, has held up other then some paint fading even the extension is still fine. I've banged on it with over 800 Ft Lbs of torque only to get a 4 foot Johnson bar and watching that bar bend before breaking loose the bolt with this socket and extension. So yes I would recommend.

Canada on Apr 16, 2021

Daniel F: The sockets seem nice, I also cannot comment on durability as I have not used them much and recently purchased but I have used the 19mm several times and it feels solid, I got this set because I didnt feel like spending over 100$ on the snap on truck for 3 sockets that I will use occasionally. The case is fun to keep it all organized. Only flaw that I believe can use some improvements is the etching on the sockets, if the sizes were engraved they would last longer than the painted/etched writing which can easily be scratched away

Canada on Feb 17, 2021

MikeMike: I was wondering how tekton had made using both sides of the sockets issuable. To say that the solution is ingenious would be an understatement. When I first opened the box I saw the 1/2” extension, I first was disappointed- why would you need an extension for lug nuts? Then I looked at the first socket and was still confused, until I looked closer and saw that the 1/2” drive sits between the two ends. I have to say I would love to have a whole socket set like this. I have tested it with my torque wrench and do not see any signs of the sockets rounding or fatiguing.
Now you still need a breaker bar or torque wrench to use this in your car, truck or tractor. But storing something linear and something compact is so much easier than a great big four way.
Modern lug wrenches are getting about as useless as can be. They come in pieces for compact size, and more often than not do not have the leverage to break lug nuts that have been been put on with a lug wrench. I have carried a 4 way in my truck for years, but they do not fit in the under rear seat storage compartment. While I don’t look forward to changing tires, I do look forward to getting rid of some clutter in my...

United States on Jan 12, 2021

Proud Single Dad: Overview

I bought these primarily to do tire changes.

This is a pretty slick design (sockets are double sided. The overall length once placed on the adapter also mean that the combined length (socket and adapter) allows your socket wrench handle to clear the body panels and fender of your car. With my regular sockets I had to use an extension...which actually made it too long.

The overall thickness of the sockets make it thick enough to really torque stuck lug bolts...and think enough to be able to use them on recessed bolt heads or nuts.

I have used them on3 separate vehicle tire changes...including one that required a large breeder bar to get the lugs off. No visible damage to the sockets, and it's unlikely I would ever have a situation to subject them to a higher level of mechanical stress.

The kit is nice and compact, and the number that indicate size are large and very easy to read (far better than a small number etched into metal on typical sockets.

It would have been nice if the numbers were etched and painted (at the same font size) no that the paint will not eventually come off due to scraping, or exposure to solvents...but at...

Canada on Jul 18, 2020

Great North: They do the job and are claim to have some of the hardest tool steel .
Would have preferred if they were a bit thinner as they almost rub on the wheels and have no silicone or plastic protection for scratches.
Only used twice so can’t comment on durability.

Canada on Jun 27, 2020

Anonymous: I never thought I would like the looks or even pay attention to how a tool looks. Who cares right? These sockets are made with attention to detail. Because I liked them so much, I also ordered their torque wrench, which I'm expecting today. I am not a professional mechanic so I guess they will last me a lifetime and more.

Canada on Jun 13, 2020

Jacob Billings: This is a great set to keep around. I keep them in the back of my car with a breaker bar and a few other tools, which is easy since they come in a carrying case so none of them get lost. Quality is great; they've outlasted one torque wrench already, and the versatility is handy (I was able to do a break job for one of my family members on a whim, because I happened to have a lug socket in their size thanks to this set). Sizes are clearly labeled and color coded, which is good (I don't even need to think about it, I just reach for the blue one).

I was a little put-off by the system of attaching an extender to your tool of choice, then attaching the socket itself to the extender, since there seemed to be more points of failure than necessary; however this doesn't seem to be an issue, and after about 6 months, they're holding up great.

Due to the nature of the system, the sockets aren't any deeper than they need to be for standard sized lugs, so if they're a bit longer than most, you might run into some trouble (i.e. aftermarket). For standard jobs, though, these are more than adequate. would definitely buy again, but likely won't need to.

United States on Jul 21, 2016