Thread: Spanners - What Brand

It's a while since I had to buy any new spanners but I was impressed by Repco's own brand (they have them made for them of course). Some years back they used to be about half the price of Sidchrome. The only complaints I had was that it was not so easy to see the sizes on the sockets as they were etched and not stamped in like Sidchrome's.
Jim

Dont buy Sidchrome chinese junk stick with Kinchrome mechanics choice

Smidsy, to which country are you moving? Spanners are heavy (ie, expensive to ship), and you might find they are cheaper where you are going.

When I needed new spanners to replace a collection lost in a fire I bought Kinchrome. They seemed like a good blend of price and reputation. Can't confirm how they perform, because they get used rarely and lightly.

There was quite a long thread/debate on this exact subject a while back (I'm guessing about 6 months, but could be more).

Here it is https://www.woodworkforums.com/f152/spanners-sockets-sidchrome-kincrome-stanley-superworks-etc-70116

Probably worth a read.

Ron, going country as in country WA - about to be posted as a new grad D&T teacher.
I know I'd have access to school stuff but I'd like my own basic kit.

Smidsy,

I have had Super Cheap's "Gold" series spanners and sockets for a long time and find them to be excellent value for money. Come with a lifetime guarantee as well.
Hope this helps..

Originally Posted by BazzaDLB

Smidsy,

I have had Super Cheap's "Gold" series spanners and sockets for a long time and find them to be excellent value for money. Come with a lifetime guarantee as well.
Hope this helps..

I dont think you will beat that.

Have a look at minimax (Japanese Made)
www.minimaxtools.com


or also on ebay