Craftsman 3-Piece Flex Handle Breaker 🔧 Bar Set - 1/4-inch, 3/8-inch, 1/2-inch (Model: 47017) Review

I have a 1979 C-20 with a lot of stubborn screws. These breakers haven't broken yet and they've done me good. highlighted.

The retaining clips on the ends of these bearings break easily. However, they weren't expensive, so I'm not surprised.

What a great price! These are Craftsman tools they never go wrong when I bought them I was skeptical because if the price is A once I've used them (haven't used a 1/4 bar yet) they feel and work like Craftsman tools.

Remember the old days when Craftsman tools were made in the USA - not anymore. Made in China, these crowbars are cheap and won't stand up to continuous use. Poor tolerances on many clamps. You can feel the yoke flex when there's a lot of weight on it - don't even think about slipping over the bar. Uncomfortable round handles. The price is the only good thing about them.

Head (where base is attached) dangles in all directions. I can twist and wiggle it with my fingers - lots of mess. I wouldn't be surprised if it warps or breaks with moderate torque, <120 ft/lbs. My 30 year old Craftsman breakers are still strung. Bought this for my kid for his job training toolkit. Told him to buy a real set when he graduates and gets a real job. I no longer buy masters.

I bought it because I thought it was a good deal. However, when I opened the Amazon package, the box was open. Which clearly told me this product was used then returned then just sent to me because even the tools had someone else's smudged fingerprints on them (don't know if you see in the picture or not, I tried my best sil lol) except it looks good and feels sturdy. Just disappointed it didn't arrive in the best condition despite having been used.

I bought this set because I already had the 18" x 1/2" version and used it regularly for years. Thought I'd look at other sizes/lengths. I've always liked the rectangular handle from the one I had and they have the same. They don't have 90° pegs unlike the one I had, which I like, but it's not a big deal. The ends have some friction to keep them from dangling. I'm not sure how useful the 1/4" version would be as it's no longer than the regular ratchet wrench I have. There was also a sharp ridge

I really like that they come with all three discs in different lengths. I noticed that the screw holding the swivel head on the one I was using was a little loose. Knowing that if it worked loose while working outdoors, the small spring and index pin holding it in place could easily be lost, I removed the screw while I held the rest of the mechanism in place and stopped, tightened the threads and reinstalled . Once it's cured it won't come out accidentally giving me peace of mind that I won't…