Be careful, that ratchet seems cheap, but it’s the gateway tool into the Koken world. the price shoots up dramatically when you go for the flex heads. I really love this tool company and my only regret is not getting into them sooner.

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

You’re right, I’m already looking at their sockets.

@1FaSS01

6 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂 i have 8 different zeal ratchets and yes, that was my first ratchet and the cheapest 😂😂😂

That was great blowing on it genius now I want to see if what others can do!! Thanks for the shout-out fantastic video. I'm so excited to see others feel like they got a great purchase!!

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

Sure did. I appreciate you finding the great deals.

Your definitely gonna love it. I bought the same one for like 40 bucks. Used it once and ran out and bought the long handle flex. Then grabbed the 3/8 drive flex head on a 1/4 body and its freakin tiny. Absolutely love all 3. Koken 100% rivals snap on ratchets

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

I might have to pick up a couple more.

@TheAllens315

Жыл бұрын

@@ToolDemos surprisingly..kokens new 72 tooth ratchets have lower back drag than snap on ratchets. I've been reaching for my kokens over all my snappy ratchets more often than not.

For the koken tools I've purchased have no disappointment in them

That ratchet paired with the z series extensions and sockets has very little play between the anvil and the socket even when using multiple extensions daisy chained together. It's really designed to be used with the Z series tools because of the way the fit holds the socket snug against the ratchet. There's no torsional slop between the anvil and the socket either. It's snug in all degrees of freedom. So you're combining the lowest backdrag ratchet in the industry with most precise fitting extensions and sockets for arguably the best total packages in the world. I wouldn't use them for high torque applications though because of the thin and tiny construction plus the lack of a stress relief chamfer at the base of the anvil.

@ToolDemos

7 ай бұрын

I really like that kind of precision machining.

Mine came today and it's extra noice! I instantly ordered a bunch more koken stuff.

@ToolDemos

10 ай бұрын

Heck yeah!

I have that ratchet, I actually have that ratchet with a metric socket set in foam and I really like it

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

I’m still using it, really like it.

Very nice I need to get one

Really want the titanium socket set

Koken has priced it right for now. If they had a supply and support chain like the tool trucks, then I would be comfortable using it as a workhorse. As it is, it would be a phenomenal low clearance ratchet, spark plugs, etc.

@ToolDemos

10 ай бұрын

Point taken.

Prices over the past couple of months have ranged from high 30's to low 60's. I was lucky and caught it on a dip at $41. At least $13 less then the next lowest price I could find online. Ads are sometimes confusing b/c the sellers are sometimes posting pics of the older 36 tooth, yet the model #'s match the newer 72 tooth version. Nice addition, and looking forward to getting more...

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

Always great to find a deal.

@BuyoutVied

Жыл бұрын

On Koken pricing... A few years ago I picked up some Koken sockets at about US $8 each. (Cheaper than Taiwanese-made Kincrome). And a 12" breaker bar was on special at about US $15. But buying the Koken 3725Z 72T ratchet this year in the land of Oz set me back US $79.

Koken is outstanding! I like mine better that my Nepros and they’re quite a bit cheaper to boot!

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, been using it since I made the video. I really like it.

I have Koken’s flex 72T 3/8 ratchets in regular and long. I may need the non-flex 3/8 regular length at that price. Just to round out my collection. Koken makes the best 3/8” ratchets. The 72T just have not been out long enough to prove themselves.

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

How do you like the flex?

@davehaggerty3405

Жыл бұрын

@@ToolDemos Koken’s flex are all I use in 3/8”. They’re non locking. They use a spring loaded nylon pad to add friction to the joint. I avoid locking flex head ratchets. Because the lock breaks first. With the lock you can’t tell that you’re applying force in the wrong direction. But in the short ratchet I think flex may be over-kill. Maybe I’ll get the 3/8 stubby.

Which amazon seller did you get it from ujc mart or amazon international?

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

Amazon Japan.

Koken is an awesome tool brand. Ratchets are awesome. You should try the nut grip sockets.

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

I saw you mention those. They do look awesome.

@MarzNet256

Жыл бұрын

I've been using the nut grips for a while and they are super handy. You can get their long spinner handle with wobble (1/4 or 3/8 drive) which makes a killer setup for getting nuts/bolts started.

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

@@MarzNet256 you guys are gonna cost me some serious money! Lol

@MarzNet256

8 ай бұрын

Yes. The nut-grips are fast becoming my go to sockets.

The weight of a 3/8” ratchet should place no impotence at all !

It's a great deal because the exchange rate is high now The dollar's worth a lot compared to the end

@ToolDemos

7 ай бұрын

Works for me!

Instead of saying "let's test this ratchet out on a car" you should say: "well guys it's time for a tool demo" and then show it being used on a vehicle, just a thought

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

Tool Demo™️ good idea

Just in the last month this has gone up over 10 dollars steal a good price

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, it will go up more if a lot of people see the video.

@jamesfarmer1523

Жыл бұрын

@@ToolDemos I have some of the 24tooth ratchets. I think you can still get those online for pretty good price. I got the little koken a while back. I didn't even know it was the 72 tooth version untill I watch cp video. When I ordered it it showed the one piece paw design with 36 tooth.when l purchase mine they're where still under $40 .

Time to grip nuts. Lol

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

Oh yeah!

Is the selector metal?

@ToolDemos

26 күн бұрын

Yes it is

@guitarzarfun

26 күн бұрын

@@ToolDemos Awesome, I just ordered the quick release one. Can't wait.

@ToolDemos

26 күн бұрын

@@guitarzarfun right on! Happy wrenching. 👍

For American i would look at Stanley Proto, think they are still made US.

@ToolDemos

Жыл бұрын

Right, they are very similar to Mac, ‘bout half the price.

I think it's more that the US dollar is now really strong.

@ToolDemos

9 ай бұрын

Could be

Did you say Japan???

@ToolDemos

5 ай бұрын

Yup. Good stuff!

I like my Koken but their warranty sucks.

@ToolDemos

3 күн бұрын

Yeah, depending where you buy it. Might have no warranty at all.

@branned

3 күн бұрын

@@ToolDemos 100% agree.

Koken did not mess up and under price this ratchet. Bank of Japan messed up and bought too many US treasuries. YEN is at all time lows. Bank of Japan is now going to unwind those U.S. treasury purchases and realize massive losses. This goes way beyond auto mechanic tools.

@ToolDemos

Ай бұрын

Great point.

Snap On is a joke!

@TheAllens315

Жыл бұрын

The poors have spoken

@Tools_and_Guitars

Жыл бұрын

Ko-Ken offers great bang-for-buck quality and certainly hold their own. I love mine. I disagree about Snap-on. There prices might be out of reach for many people, but imo, they are no joke. Time-tested in the industry and for good reason. Consistent quality and reliability.

@boostlee5236

6 ай бұрын

The joke is the price because with the power of the interwebs these days, no reason to get shafted by the tool trucks. People have different reasons to buy tools so no need to by a ratchet 4-5 times the price when it's not needed. Buying snap on is only to impress the boys in the shop.

@jeffro221

5 ай бұрын

But with Snap-on, you get their heritage....... "Snap-on Heritage: Keeping Mechanics in Debt for 100 Years"

This guy is a total clown saying things need to be more expensive. Get out of the tool community asap please.