Manufacturers are always coming out with newer products. Typically innovation leads to better technologies and manufacturing adapts that to improve their product. However that is not always the case. Is harbor freight cutting corners with their premium brand Icon? Let’s take a look.


Link to previous video of whole set review:

NEW - ICON 3/8 in. Drive SAE and Metric Modular General Service Socket Set W/Case, 54-Piece - #70469    • NEW - ICON 3/8 in. Drive SAE and Metr...  



From the manufacturer:


Product Overview-

This professional ICON® Modular General Service Socket Set is ideal for the garage or jobsite. The ratchet has a 90-tooth gear mechanism for a tight 4° arc swing, ideal for work in confined spaces. The low-profile ratchet head makes it easier to work in tight, cramped engine bays. Each extension has a small diameter shank with knurling for a secure grip. The precision-machined gears deliver smooth ratcheting action and stand up to heavy torque. Like all ICON® hand tools, this set is backed by a hassle-free, manufacturer’s lifetime warranty. Thin wall design fits even the most difficult fasteners Chamfered openings for easy fastener and drive engagement Shallow hex depth keeps fastener positioned near end of deep sockets Precision square drive for maximum torque Hardened chrome-moly steel for superior strength, torque, and tool life High-polished chrome finish provides corrosion resistance and easy cleanup Ergonomic grip design for reduced hand fatigue Easy-to-read size markings No-skip sizing Premium carrying case with modular EVA inserts for toolbox storage

Specifications-

SKU(s) 70469 Brand ICON Model M25400 Contents 3/8 in. Drive Professional 9 in. Low-Profile Ratchet, 3/8 in. Drive Socket Extension 3 in. and 6 in., 3/8 in. Universal Joint Socket Adapter, 3/8 in. female to 1/4 in. male adapter, 1/4 in. male to 3/8 in. female adapter, storage case, 3-piece foam organi Drive Size 3/8 in. Finish Polished chrome Material Chrome moly steel Number of Teeth 90 Quantity 54 SAE or Metric SAE and Metric Shipping Weight 13.00 lb. Size(s) Shallow sockets - metric sizes: 8 mm, 9 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm, 12 mm, 13 mm, 14 mm, 15 mm, 16 mm, 17 mm, 18 mm, 19 mm; SAE sizes: 1/4 in., 5/16 in., 11/32 in., 3/8 in., 7/16 in., 1/2 in., 9/16 in., 5/8 in., 11/16 in. 3/4 in., 13/16 in., 7/8 in.;deep sockets - metric sizes: 8 mm, 9 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm, 12 mm, 13 mm, 14 mm, 15 mm, 16 mm, 17 mm, 18 mm, 19 mm; SAE sizes: 1/4 in., 5/16 in., 11/32 in., 3/8 in., 7/16 in., 1/2 in., 9/16 in., 5/8 in., 11/16 in. 3/4 in., 13/16 in., 7/8 in.

Limited lifetime Warranty

Where to buy:
Harbor Freight https://hftools.com/app70469

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