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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this socket for exceptional quality, durability, and reliability. The 12-point design effectively grips bolts in tight spaces and excels at demanding tasks like water heater element removal, consistently outperforming cheaper alternatives. Reviewers emphasize the brand's reputation for longevity and the lifetime warranty, with many actively seeking out this trusted option. The combination of strong, sturdy construction and affordable pricing is frequently highlighted as outstanding value. A very small number mention the 12-point design isn't ideal for all applications or note isolated performance issues, but these rare concerns barely diminish the overwhelmingly positive verdict.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.World class socket
Would RecommendI 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.
Verified Purchaser
solid socket
Would RecommendAll my sockets are craftsman. Theyre all incredibly durable and well made. This one is no exception. Solid. Well built. Works like a charm.
Best Sockets Ever
Would RecommendThese sockets are the best, and I am so glad Lowe's carries them As I needed this in a emergency, and it was easy to purchase close by. Thank you Lowes
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Durable for all types of uses.
Would RecommendIt worked great when changing the element in my water heater.
Sweepstakes
Only at Lowe's
Would RecommendNeeded a 1 1/2 in socket for water heater element. Lowe's was the only place that had this size socket in stock at the store. Wish they carried it in 6 point but this worked great for me. Saved me alot of time and headache.
Sweepstakes
Excellent Tool
Would RecommendThis socket is heavy duty, well-constructed and works exactly as expected.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Craftsman Quality
Would RecommendWent to buy a six point socket. Would of liked a six point but evidently Lowe's doesn't stock these. This one was a twelve point.
Sweepstakes
Good quality
Would RecommendThis is very good quality I bought this for getting in to a tight spot on a piece of equipment it worked well even with the torque I had to use.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Craftsman Quality
Would RecommendStandard socket. Well made and lifetime warranty. Chrome plating could be a little thicker.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
made well but didn't work
Would RecommendI bought it to remove a hot water heater element that the element tool wouldn't budge. Due to the tapered edge at the front, it stripped the nut on the element as there wasn't enough depth to grab properly. Other than going to the auto parts store for a 6pt impact socket I don't know that anything else would stand a chance.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Socket
Would RecommendThis works better to take out a water heater element. About the same price and worked better for me. Also can be used for other things unlike to tool to remove element that is also sold by Lowe’s.
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes
Craftsman inch and 1/2, 1/2 in drive socket
Would RecommendLowe's had it cheaper than anybody else and free shipping item arrived quickly and in excellent condition
Verified PurchaserSweepstakes