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Build Quality
Customers generally have a positive opinion on the build quality of this tap and die set from GearWrench. They appreciate its perceived durability and high-quality craftsmanship compared to previous sets they've used, particularly those that were produced overseas with lower quality standards.
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Ratcheting Action
Customers have mixed opinions on the ratcheting action of the GearWrench Tap and Die Set, with most praising its ease of use for arthritic hands and solving alignment issues. However, a few customers reported issues with the reliability of the ratcheting mechanism.
Industry Standard Taps/Dies
Customers have mixed but generally positive opinions about the industry standard taps and dies in this GearWrench set. While some praise their high quality, precision, durability, and ease of use compared to cheaper alternatives, others report issues with poor quality or damage upon arrival. Overall, customers appreciate the significant improvement over previous sets they have used but note inconsistencies in the product's performance.
Highlights
Quality
Seems well made with a good selection of tap and dies.
Love the quality of this drive set.
25 die destroyed a stud full of paint that i was trying to chase.
Then craftsman moved production overseas, quality truly did suffer, and they became snippy about replacing damaged tools.
Price
I think this is a bang for the buck, get a lot of taps and dies to get you started type arrangement
If the price can decrease a little that would be a five stars !
Shipping
It took a while to be delivered, but worth the wait.
Competitiveness
Really like this kit was a bit pricey compared to other brands but i have had good experience with gearwrench.
While this set was far more expensive than any other tap and die set i've purchased, the quality is vastly better -- and this g... Read More
I researched gearwrench as a brand, and they have above average scores.
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- How are reviewers describing this item?
set, good, quality, new and far. - Our engine has profiled the reviewer patterns and has determined that there is minimal deception involved.
- Our engine has discovered that over 80% high quality reviews are present.
- This product had a total of 4,812 reviews as of our last analysis date on Dec 31 2024.
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Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Could not get through our suppliers
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
There are less options than you can count on one hand to obtain a tap and die set that is ratcheting
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Ive only used this a few days but so far im rarely impressed
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I researched gearwrench as a brand and they have above average scores
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Then craftsman moved production overseas quality truly did suffer and they became snippy about replacing damaged tools
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Honestly it’s more important to me that the tool not be prone to failing in the first place but that’s another story
Posted by a reviewer on Amazon
Point is with my old favorite rapidly losing my trust i began looking for other brands that cared about quality
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