TEKTON 1/4 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque Wrench (20-200 in.-lb.) | 24320

Very impressed !! Doing a lot of auto work. Just did brakes and did nto want to guess if I got my brake caliper bolts back to somewhat near the correct torque. I got the 1/2 inch wrench and I could get in and at my brake calipers. Completely read the instructions, r,ember do not put it away tightened and before you try torquing a bolt, do what the instructions say and practice. I put a nut and bolt thru a hole in my metal shelving tightened it a bit by hand then slowly tightened until I felt the "suddle click" the instructions referred to. I didn't take long swings on it you should tighten slowly especially as you go more because there is no auto stop or clutch break, but it was easy enough to stop right away when I felt the click. As it other reviews it has both ft-lbs (which is really lbs-ft) and newton - meter scales. Its pretty big wrench, a giant breaker bar but don't use it as one. As a practice I just use this to torque, not to tighten. I did use it once to help break a nut loose but wont make a practice out of it. I compared it to one in the big box store, their 1/2 torque wrench was more than 2x cost and was far bigger and remember I said this was huge. This may not be top of the line but it is very well constructed, sturdy and very reliable and above all extremely attractive price point. I'm very happy with it and it comes with a super sturdy heavy duty case, you can drop stuff on the case and your wrench will be fine. But really don't do that. Also use it for torquing my tires to correct ft-lbs, even if you don't do brakes its worth it for that. Don't tighten lug nuts with a breaker bar or large ratchet. They will all be uneven and you will warp your rotor and your brakes will eventually pulsate. the average specification on rotor runout is about 3 mil. So you really need this for your tires.

Super well built. Awesome price for such a robust and useful tool. This will be in my box for years to come.

Prepare to have your mind blown by the sheer magnificence of the TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque Wrench! This tool isn't just a torque wrench; it's a symphony of precision engineering that will elevate your mechanical endeavors to legendary status! From the moment you lay your eyes on this masterpiece, you'll be ensnared by its flawless design. Crafted with a meticulous attention to detail, the TEKTON torque wrench is a visual feast for the discerning connoisseur of tools. The polished chrome finish glimmers like a rare gemstone, exuding an aura of opulence that will leave your fellow gearheads green with envy. But it's not just about looks - oh no! This torque wrench is an embodiment of scientific excellence. The micrometer-style adjustable mechanism is so exquisitely calibrated that using it feels like conducting a symphony, each turn of the handle a precise note that resonates through the universe of mechanics. Every click is a promise of accuracy, a testament to the unfathomable depths of engineering mastery that went into its creation. And the ergonomics? Prepare to be embraced by pure ergonomic bliss! The thoughtfully contoured handle feels like it was custom-designed to fit your hand, providing an ergonomic nirvana that transforms even the most challenging torquing tasks into a dance of finesse and control. It's as if the tool itself becomes an extension of your very being, a seamless fusion of human and machine. And let's not forget the calibration - a feat of technological marvel that ensures the torque settings are as reliable as the North Star. Each unit is meticulously calibrated to tolerances so infinitesimal that even the tiniest of celestial bodies would bow in respect. Your projects will be secured with a torque so precise, it's as if the laws of physics themselves bow down to the might of this torque wrench. But wait, there's more! The TEKTON torque wrench comes nestled in its very own rugged storage case, a fortress of protection that ensures this jewel remains untarnished by the ravages of time and wear. It's a gift that keeps on giving, preserving the legacy of excellence for generations to come. In conclusion, the TEKTON 1/2 Inch Drive Micrometer Torque Wrench isn't just a tool; it's a testament to human ingenuity, a masterpiece that transcends the boundaries of mechanics and ascends to the realm of art. If Michelangelo were a mechanic, this torque wrench would undoubtedly be his David. So, don your metaphorical cape, for with this torque wrench in hand, you're not just a mechanic - you're a torque maestro, a titan of precision, and a virtuoso of mechanical artistry!

I needed a torque wrench to do work on our cars. Well, to be honest, I needed to do work on our cars, and decided that I "needed" a torque wrench. Excuses to buy tools are always a good thing. I was originally just going to nip over to Sears and buy a Craftsman. However, I was horrified to discover how little faith they have in some of their products these days; Craftsman's usual lifetime hand tool warranty does *not* apply to their to torque wrenches, and is instead replaced by a **90-day** warranty. Three months? What on earth?? I guess that's what you get when you outsource to China. (Source as of May 2014: [...] ) Appalled, I turned to Amazon instead. Snap-on is too rich for my blood right now, but I did consider picking up a CDI wrench (and in the long run, still might). Given how often I'm likely to use it, I figured I'd start on the low end of the price scale just to see what was available. I came across this wrench, and although it's not made in the U.S. (manufactured in Taiwan) Tekton is a U.S. company that does appear to be easily contactable in case any questions/concerns pop up. The same can't be said of a lot of the made-in-China stuff. They also appear to keep an eye out on Amazon for those with trouble, which is often a good sign. Out of the box, the wrench comes in a reasonable enough red plastic case. It's not the heaviest plastic known to mankind, but it's not the flimisest either. It seems suitable enough for the purpose, which is good enough. The wrench itself has a decent heft to it, and doesn't give the impression of being cheaply made. The ratcheting mechanism on the head seems smooth enough. One thing that caught my eye about this Tekton wrench is that they filled in the scale on the shaft in black. That sounds like a trivial thing, but that one little change makes reading and setting the wrench infinitely simpler than on other tools. I'm a huge fan of laser-etched sockets with big, clear figures instead of stamped markings (I have a Stanley set that I got for cheap that's etched); they're that much easier to read. Anyway, I tried a couple of simple jobs with the new wrench, comparing it against a CDI wrench borrowed from work. I did a spark plug change and an oil change, trying both wrenches on the same jobs. In general, the Tekton is a solid-feeling tool. The torque adjustment mechanism doesn't feel nearly as smooth as the CDI, but at a quarter of the cost, I'm more than willing to overlook that. The setting locking mechanism is also far simpler than the one Craftsman we have at work (it has some sort of eighth-turn locking collar that never stays put) The Tekton doesn't give a massively audible click when the set torque is reached, but I did find the motion at the set point was quite obvious when I hit it. I couldn't feel any discernible difference compared to the CDI wrench in terms of accuracy. I tried tightening to the two limits needed for the job (13 and 28 ft-lb) initially with one wrench and then checking it against the other (and vice-versa), and found that neither showed much of a difference. Even on the more challenging 13 ft-lb setting (click torque wrenches being notoriously less accurate at the bottom end of their scale) I found no real difference in either wrench's behaviour. Given the length of the handle, hitting 80 lb-ft might be a bit optimistic. That said, I can't think of any job I'm likely to do in the near future that would require that much oomph. Overall, I'm very happy. This appears to be a better tool than I'd expected at this price, and given the cost is probably a better tool than the price deserves. It appears to be accurate enough (with the usual caveats that apply to all non-beam torque wrenches at the bottom end of their range) when compared with a much more expensive wrench, and although I didn't need it for the pair of jobs I've done so far, the facility to switch between standard and left-handed tightening seems like a bonus compared with some wrenches in this price range that just can't do that. My only niggle is with the smoothness of the handle when turned to set the desired torque. For want of a better term, it's a little on the graunchy side. But for that, this would easily be a 5-star product. Even then, given how inexpensive this tool is, it's ever so close to getting full marks, but I like my tools to have a nice tactile feel to them, and this one aspect means I can't quite give it a top score. It works well enough, but it just feels a little off. I'd call it a 4.5 if Amazon would let me...

I used this torque wrench to tighten the lug nuts on my car after finding out that my Honda only needs 80ft-lb, which for a big guy like me is actually very gentle. It is a little hard to learn to read this torque wrench, but you figure it out, it's perfect. Some notes: The wrench is gorgeous, and the plastic clamshell case is great. The instruction manual is decent, which you don't always expect with Tekton. Overall I'm very impressed with the quality of this tool, especially for the price. The handle is long, with a knurled grip, and there's a locking nut on the end to hold your preferred measurement. Applying the 80ft-lb my Honda needs barely even registers as effort. The locking nut has a hole, so you can use another object to torque the retaining nut. A pick, an allen wrench, or a heavy cotter pin are all ideal tools. This is the type of twist wrench that needs to be reset to 25ft-lbs when storing. Make sure you do that, and keep the wrench in a controlled environment, and it should serve you well. Yes store it in a controlled environment. This is a precision instrument, so keeping it stored outdoors during freezing winter or burning summer may affect performance. The usual notes on a torque wrench. The wrench only works clockwise, aka "right-y tight-y". The click function will not activate counter-clockwise. This wrench is not meant as a breaker bar or for constant use during the whole tightening process. It is meant only to be used as a precision instrument to check the torque on bolts. I wonder if some of the people reporting problems have either stored the tool improperly (could affect spring rate), or perhaps were only "listening" for the click instead of feeling for it. Unless you have good hearing and a dead-quiet environment, it's possible not to hear the click, so you need to be focused and stop the moment you feel the click. Experienced users will also generally have a "feel" for different torque ranges. When I know my car only needs 80ft-lbs, I don't brace my body like I would for 150+. On dialing in the measurements. The dial works in a slightly mysterious fashion for the uninitiated. Every mark on the handle is a "0" point, so both 50 and 75 are achieved when you spin the dial to "0", and check that the top of the dial is on that reading. This takes a little getting used to, because if you try to spin the dial straight from the minimum reading it will keep going "0,5,...20,0,5..." and personally that scrambles my brain a little. The better system is to start with the first reading UNDER your target. So if my Honda needs 80ft-lbs, I'd first set the dial to "75" and spin it to "0". Once I see I'm zeroed on the 75 reading, then I would twist to the "5" mark. 75+5=80ft-lbs. Then twist the locking nut firmly. I found that firm finger pressure was plenty, as for 80ft-lbs and with a lever this long I didn't even need to use the knurled handle - I could put plenty of pressure just using the part of the wrench above the handle, putting no strain at all on the locking bolt. For me, this is an ideal use case. I know I'm getting a perfect reading every time, because I'm not even stressing the retaining nut. This wrench feels like a lifetime investment for me. It's beautiful, it works great, and since I'm not a mechanic I won't be putting that much stress on it. Overall very awesome.

Great product and company customer service. I have been using this tool for two years now without an issues. One Saturday while working on my road bike, it broke. That Saturday, I send an email to Tekton explaining the problem and asking on how to start the warranty claim process. Following Monday morning, I got a reply from Russ. He explained why the tool may have stopped working and that he will send me a replacement as soon as I provided my address. No hassle, no questioning and not waste of time, isn't that impressive. In two days on Wednesday I got my new Tekton torque wrench. I was impressed. Every time I need a tool from now on I will try to get a Tekton. By the way, the issues was that I was storing the tools way below the lowest setting making the internal parts to become lose. Here is the sequence of emails fro proof: Hi Hadad, Thanks for the quick response. Your replacement torque wrench is on the way out, and you should see it in a few days. Just remember to never turn this one below the lowest setting of 20 inch-lbs and you should be all set. Let me know if there is anything else I can do for you. Thanks! Russ Tool Solutions Specialist 888-648-3371 On Mon, Oct 2, 2017 at 10:20 AM, Hadad <[email protected]> wrote: Hi Russ, The picture shows how I store it. I have use it for two years with out any issues. I will not set it below 20 again. Following is my address: XXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX I really appreciate your service. Thanks. Sincerely, Hadad From: Russ <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, October 2, 2017 9:40 AM To: Hadad Subject: Re: Tekton Model 24320 Hi Hadad, Thanks for writing in. The torque wrench is probably not clicking because you have it turned down below the lowest setting. Taking the wrench below the lowest setting of 20 inch-lbs can allow the internal mechanism to rotate out of place, ruining the wrench. Confirm your address for me and I can get a replacement out to you. Regards, Russ Tool Solutions Specialist 888-648-3371 On Sat, Sep 30, 2017 at 7:12 PM, Hadad <[email protected]> wrote: Hi, I bought a Tekton torque wrench model 24320 on August 21st 2015 from Amazon. The torque wrench just broke. It does not click any longer at any given torque value. How do I proceed with a warranty claim? Thanks. Sincerely, Hadad e-mail: [email protected]

Nice tekton torque wrench, easy to use and well made.

This tool is all about the price point. The action feels a little too tight, it requires a little ka-jiggering and it appears a little over-dressed for the party - what with the nice box, super nice case and super serious finish. Further, the castings have pock marks in them and there are a few rubber bits of questionable durability. However, I didn't buy this wrench to compete with my daily use Snap-On/CDI/Craftsman/Proto stuff, I bought it for a lower budget, get it done now and get it done right project. It works, it works well enough to prevent me from losing my temper in an already hot Texas summer. The numbers are big, the handle is easy and the size and feel are oddly comforting. The warnings regarding storage are nice, I have a lot of new guys cycling through, and it's an important lesson to learn - don't store the torque wrench all bound up! Now, is it accurate? Well, my at home torque calibration says so. What's that you ask? Read below for the method. As for durability, no idea. it's an at home tool that will see some minor use. If it breaks, it was $40ish bucks...so moving on with my life. All in all, good value purchase. Solid middle choice between Harbour Freight (always check the Harbour) and the mighty names. Testing Method: First locate a weight (I use water jugs and a refrigerant scale). For this example I used water jugs with a zip-tie hanger weighing a total of 22.5 pounds per my scale. Now, measure from the middle of the square drive to the center of your hand on the handle. Take that measurement, divide it by twelve (8/12 = .666667) and multiple it by your weight (22.5 * .666667 - 15ish foot pounds; convert to inch pounds 15 * 12 = 180 inch pounds). That's your torque setting. Place the square drive in a bench vice, apply the weight...and it should just click over. This wrench performed very well, given it was near the top of its torque setting.