In a message dated 4/3/2009 10:29:18 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,
tr3driver@ca.rr.com writes:
So, was the replacement you received comparable to the old one? I've not
tried the fine tooth ratchets, but every time I've replaced an old Craftsman
tool with a new one, I've noticed that the new one isn't as nice. Even the
"thin wall" sockets are thicker than they used to be, so are ratchet heads.
The handles have more sharp edges to hurt your hands and overall they
generally weigh more (which can be a factor if you are working overhead in
an awkward position).
==AM==
I think I remember reading on this list some time ago that Sears had changed
manufacturers for their tools. I'm pretty sure my "replacement" was before
that happened, since it was identical to (what I remember of) the old one.
I know what you're saying though, as some of the newer Craftsman tools I've
bought didn't seem as "nice" as the old ones.
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