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Snap-on Tools F830 3/8" Drive Ratchet Snap on
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- Buy It NowSnap On 3/8" Ratchet, Vintage Rare, Part# F830 BUICK KNOW HOW #45
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The F830 ratchet is probably one of Snap On's best designs in recent memory. Late 90s and early 2000s, this is what you probably lusted for. The build quality is one of the best they have ever produced, and I would say it is easily the most robust 3/8" ratchet in my box. Tight tolerances, forged handle, positive direction selector, very little back drag, well balanced in the hand and fully sealed, this ratchet is just about everything you could have wanted for at the time. Yes, it's only a 30-tooth mechanism, and that is considered "coarse" among purists and fine tooth fanbois, but what many people overlook is the minimal head size on this thing. The newer models like the F936 and even newer F80 both have a noticeably larger ratchet head, so they simply won't in as many places as the old F830. As the saying goes, there's no free lunch, and the higher tooth counts and fancier ratcheting mechanisms come at a price. Is the difference huge? No, of course not, but it's there none the less and worth keeping in mind. Abstract away from the tooth count and size of the ratchet head itself and you've still got one of the finest American made ratchets there is, certainly of its time, and a signature piece of history from the twilight of the 20th century. There's a certain sense of nostalgia when using an F830, and it takes you back to wrenching in the 1990s when this bad boy was the end all, be all. Even if you're not looking for a trip down memory lane, they're still worth picking up and having as a backup. You can't ever have too many ratchets, especially 3/8" ratchets, and you could do far worse than one of these fine specimens. It's getting difficult to find good condition specimens of this increasingly rare breed, so don't hesitate if you spot a nice one. You probably don't need another ratchet, but sometimes ownership is reason enough. :) Read full review
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I have noticed a couple of minor differences between older and newer F830's. The older early 1990's have a recessed selector cutout and peened on selector, similar to the older previous Snap-On ratchet models. Every F830 use a standard 30 tooth gear with a two tooth per side engagement pawl. And on top of that they were the first ever (to my knowledge) modern ratchet model next to the SPP403 to offer a completely sealed head by means of O-ring seals. They would be the start to the "completely sealed ratchet head craze" and a greatly improved ratchet design, turning the war on dirts devastating effects to the internal ratchet mechanism! Not only would dirt stay on the outside, but also grease or oil would also be kept on the inside! The gear's center cradle bore would also be retained as well, a feature that strengthens the gear/pawl relationship and prevents binding lock up. The repair kit for the F830 is RKRAF830. In my opinion and many others who have owned or used the F830, they are one of the best made during that time period, and I still believe they are today. While their technology is dated with only a low 30 tooth gear, there is still plenty of usefulness in a 30 tooth ratchet! Quality Snap-On made in the USA! 🇺🇲👍Read full review
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Snap On products are the best hand tools on the market. They also hold their value more than any other brand.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
old school quality
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This is a high quality tool that works great and lasts for many years of service Very pleased with it
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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