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Re: Tool for a loved one

To: Richard Beels <beels@technologist.com>
Subject: Re: Tool for a loved one
From: Chris Heerschap <Heerschap@eng.kns.com>
Date: Tue, 23 Nov 1999 13:24:26 -0500
Richard Beels wrote:
> Well, 12 points are good for when you have a small space to work in and
> can't swing the arm of the ratchet very far.  I use FACOM 72-tooth handles
> and a 12-point does come in handy sometimes...  But that is about the only
> time I use mine...

How so?  A 12 point socket gives you 30 degree increments, as opposed
to the 60 degrees of a six point... granted... but with a 72 tooth
ratchet, you've got a five degree swing, so if the six point doesn't
quite line up, pull it out and turn the ratchet two clicks and you've
gone only 1/3 of the distance of the twelve point and don't have to
worry about rounding the fastener!

:)


cmh
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