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1/2-in Drive Standard (SAE) 3/4-in Shallow Socket

Ratings & Reviews for CRAFTSMAN 1/2-in Drive Standard (SAE) 3/4-in Shallow Socket

4.9
252
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 4.9 out of 5
252 Reviews


99% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise these sockets for exceptional quality, durability, and reliable performance across demanding applications. Most describe them as well-made, heavy-duty, and built to last, with many noting they show no signs of wear even after heavy use, including handling high-torque jobs like water heater element removal and seized nuts with 36-inch breaker bars. The 12-point design is frequently praised for enabling better grip in tight spaces. Strong brand loyalty is evident, with customers citing the lifetime warranty as a decisive purchasing factor. A few note minor preferences regarding the 12-point design for specific applications, but overall satisfaction is nearly universal.

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252 Customer Reviews

Awesome sockets for any and all your tool needs

Would Recommend

It's Craftsman, I always trust this brand, for quality and longevity.

January 8, 2022
From 1_SLASH_2-in Drive Standard (SAE) 1-1_SLASH_8-in Shallow Socket Verified Purchaser
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Perfect depth for attaching fitting

Would Recommend

Used in replacing heating element from electric water heater. Worked well in removal and replacing screw-in element, worked well with 1/2” drive socket wrench.

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Good tools

Would Recommend

Awesome hand tools for your home or garage and lifetime warranty

December 24, 2021
From 1_SLASH_2-in Drive Standard (SAE) 7_SLASH_16-in Shallow Socket Verified Purchaser
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sturdy, good quality

perfect for water heater elements. well priced, good addition to my tool box.

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Performed perfectly

Would Recommend

Couldn't find a tool to remove and replace elements on a hot water heater. This was the perfect size. The twelve point design ensured I could get a good grip on the old elements.

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serve the purpose

Would Recommend

I bought it to unscrew the heating element of water heater, it worked great. Could be better if it is 6-point instead of 12-point

December 10, 2021
From 1_SLASH_2-in Drive Standard (SAE) 1-1_SLASH_2-in Shallow Socket Verified PurchaserIncentivized
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True to size

Would Recommend

Worked for my project . I needed A 1 1/2” socket Lowes had it in stock and at a reasonable price

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Perfect fit for repairing Electric Water Heater

Would Recommend

I purchased this for repairing my water heater. It was a perfect fit and this brand is always great quality! It is definitely durable. If you need to repair a water heater this is going to help you! It fit well and I had no issues. I had never done this before and this part helped me get the job done fast and easy.

December 4, 2021
From 1_SLASH_2-in Drive Standard (SAE) 1-1_SLASH_2-in Shallow Socket Verified PurchaserIncentivized
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Exceptional quality, VERY reasonable price!

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Exceptional quality, VERY reasonable price! I desperately needed this socket and had paid over $100 at another store to get a set of sockets just to get this one. Just on a whim I checked to see if Lowes had it on my app, sure nuff!

December 2, 2021
From 1_SLASH_2-in Drive Standard (SAE) 1-1_SLASH_2-in Shallow Socket Verified PurchaserIncentivized
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World class socket

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I like that it has all 12 points and a half inch drive. A 1-1/2 inch socket was exactly what I needed. Even though I may never use a socket this large again, I expect it will last forever.

October 24, 2021
From 1_SLASH_2-in Drive Standard (SAE) 1-1_SLASH_2-in Shallow Socket Verified Purchaser
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solid socket

Would Recommend

All my sockets are craftsman. Theyre all incredibly durable and well made. This one is no exception. Solid. Well built. Works like a charm.

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