DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Set, 1/4″ & 3/8″ Drive, SAE, 108-Piece (DWMT73801)

10 reviews for DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Set, 1/4″ & 3/8″ Drive, SAE, 108-Piece (DWMT73801)

1. 

   5 out of 5

   Scott E. High – April 15, 2020

   I am a somewhat late bloomer as far as fixing things around the house. Evidently getting low on funds and having time on my hands were enough incentives to learning how to fix things. Every time I am confronted with a new project I always remember that millions of people before me faced the same difficulty and managed to make an appropriate repair. So I usually sit back and contemplate the simplest solution. If that doesn’t work it’s off to the internet and YouTube to see how other people have attacked the same problem.I have been partial to DeWalt since I started using their battery-powered tools when working on my landscaping in our large yard. Then I started picking up some of their lithium battery powered tools for work inside the house. DeWalt has always been regarded as putting together high quality products that are durable and easy to use. So when I started looking for a new tool kit I naturally looked at DeWalt.This particular 168 piece kit has basically every set of sockets, wrenches and hex keys I need, both in standard and metric sizes. I wanted a tough well-built set because at my size I can put a lot of torque on a tool. These are made of a durable steel and are also well engraved as far as sizes. One of the major drawbacks I have noticed in other sets is the inadequacy of the tool box itself. This DeWalt set is organized in a strong case and everything snaps into place. I hate it when all of the tools in a set drop out of their intended spaces and have to be placed back into the proper inserts. No problem with this DeWalt set.For what you receive I wouldn’t consider this set to be overpriced. Strong tools properly stored in a durable case with a large variety of sizes and configurations. I don’t believe that I’ve ever seen a more cost-effective price.

2. 

   5 out of 5

   DeejeDeeje – April 23, 2020

   I was looking for a tool set that had as many items as possible in one carrying case. It was surprisingly hard to find a set that didn’t include tons of unneeded items, so I’m really glad I found this set. It has pretty much everything I use on a daily basis, and best of all, it fits everything into a small yet easily accessible case. I wasn’t even looking for a driver set, but was very pleased to see that this has one built in (the little yellow box). It allowed me to replace my old and mostly broken Craftsman set while also simplifying my tool set.The only items useless to me are the Allen wrench sets, but as you can see in my picture I replaced one of them with a Kobalt star bit set that fits in the box almost perfectly. I’m devising a way to replace the other set with some pick tools. In the yellow box you’ll see I added a cheap  extension set  for using the sockets with my impact driver.The 3/8″ ratchet has a sort of weak sound, as if the internal parts are slipping, but it does work fine so I figure I’ll keep using it and have DeWalt replace it if it ever goes bad. The 1/4″ sounds just right. The warranty is great, the set packs multiple items into one case, the quality is good and the price is hard to beat!

3. 

   5 out of 5

   GoreeGoree – July 12, 2020

   Ok so I did a bunch of research and checked the reviews for all the products I found. This is the set that I decided to purchase. The name alone should pull you closer to a decision. But after reading the reviews and seeing pictures of unhappy people, I was a little hesitant. But took the chance, and boy am I glad. Everything in the set was in perfect condition. Everything labeled clearly, deep engravings, good weight. The ratchets were smooth. The case seems pretty durable, and there isn’t a scratch on anything. No missing pieces. Plus, this comes with a lifetime warranty. I honestly can’t say anything bad about this. I’m extremely satisfied.

4. 

   5 out of 5

   Joel – August 1, 2020

   I love it! I have an old Craftsman USA kit and loved the tools but hated the case. Very poorly made. After awhile everything in the kit was scattered all over the place and I dreaded getting anything out of it. Seemed like it took me a half hour to find the right socket sometimes. I finally got tired of this and found this DeWalt. Time will tell as far as the durability, but the case holds ALL your tools snug! It’s also not too big and heavy to lug around the house or in and out of the vehicle.

5. 

   5 out of 5

   AIRecording – August 1, 2020

   I probably looked at 3 dozen socket sets before deciding on this one. I was trying to replace a 30 year old set that originally had a good selection of sockets in Metric and English for 1/4 and 3/8″ drivers including a screwdriver handle. This one came the closest to what I thought I wanted, and it had much better reliability ratings than many other traditionally good quality tool sets from brands that have recently started manufacturing in China. (Think of the brand that our fathers and grandfathers always bought from the local department store because of the amazing lifetime warranty…) I’m very happy with how well the various objects stay where they belong in the case. I’m also pleased with the feel of the drivers. Having all 6 point sockets was also important to me, and this set doesn’t have any of the flakey 12 point sockets. I didn’t think I wanted the allen sets with the socket set, but I’ve already used them 4 or 5 times in the last month, so I’ve decided they are worth the extra weight and I’ve left them in the set.A previous reviewer said that the hex key sets don’t snap into the case, but in my case they do snap in, and stay right where they are supposed to until I need them. I’ve recommended this set to several friends.

6. 

   5 out of 5

   Danny – August 6, 2020

   Awesome tool set. Comes with a ton of sockets and ratchets. Comes with angled adapters for hard to reach bolts. Screwdriver and bits seems decent, I wasn’t super blown away. I do wish it came with a few more wrenches but I knew what I was buying so I won’t deduct stars for that. All in all I would buy it again. The case is solid. Also, the entire set is a bit heavy. If you’re a normal guy or girl you shouldn’t have an issue carrying it around your house or to and from your garage. And lifetime warranty is great

7. 

   5 out of 5

   Tim Mpls – August 24, 2020

   So I have two other socket sets – an unbranded one from a hardware store and a craftsman. This blows both of those out of the water. Not only do these tools feel stronger than other sets, they are better machined. The wrench is heavy as heck and feels durable, the tools are laid out nice, and the case is strong with metal clasps. If you need a nice socket set and ARENT a mechanic, this is for you. You can then add some specialty sockets if you absolutely need to in order to complete your collection. Seriously – pay a little more and get this set. If you’re a true mechanic, get the slightly bigger one so you get more bits for all you may need in newer and older machines but this is great more most. The machining on the bits is lovely.

8. 

   5 out of 5

   Cheetah111 – September 5, 2020

   I could go on and on about all the great things I love about this set. About how well made everything is or how convenient having 3 different sizes of ratchets is or how much I love having an extra storage box built-in for any extra bits and pieces I’ve collected over the years… but I won’t because I’m sure you don’t have all day. I’ll get right to the bad things….It’s fairly heavy and I wish the yellow box was bigger. That’s about it. other than that I’m in love with this set. Yea, it gives me a workout when I lug it around but it’s worth it. If you need a nice, quality set that has everything, then this is the set.I bought it for 2 reasons:1) I love the Dewalt power tools so I thought that they’d make a quality set of ratchets2) I wanted something that could hold a few extras inside the case so I didn’t have them hanging around loose.Check and check…. And if you don’t want the box (which comes with a bunch of screw driver bits) and a couple of other extras, they make a smaller kit that’s just as nice! Just as good as all the Craftsman sets I’ve had over the years if not better.PS: They could have added a breaker bar in there I suppose… :)

9. 

   5 out of 5

   Too many cars ! – September 5, 2020

   This is a very well made socket and ratchet set. It is very, very, sturdy and does include a release button . The individualsockets are definitely stamped with the SAE or the metric designation. All pieces, the ratchets, the individual sockets, extensions, and angle sockets are finished to a professional finish. All of the corners, angles, and depressions, andcurvatures are manufactured so well that they appear to be almost machined. The case is very sturdy and has a strongmetal buckle on every side. I really like the quality of this case. All pieces of the entire set snap tightly into their slotsand definitely stay very well fixed in position when case is opened. I like the way SAE is on one side of the case andmetric is exactly opposite on other side making it easy to find everything. This set includes 28 piece MM/SAE HEX keys, and a large set of star bits with a vinyl grip multi driver. I did a lot of research before buying and am really happywith all aspects of this set. I have used DeWalt power tools for years and I believe they put only high quality products on the market. I almost forgot to mention how well the wrenches are made, they are well balanced and finished nicely. This is a large set, everything you will need in one place, and I carry it without hesitation up and down my long driveway to whatever car I’m using today. You will really appreciate the quality, especially if you love good tools.

10. 

    5 out of 5

    Luis AlmanzarLuis Almanzar – September 17, 2020

    Perfect, amazing product