Neiko Pro 03709B 1/2” Drive Adjustable Click Torque Wrench, Sae, 50-250 Foot-Pound, 25” Length, Chrome Vanadium Steel

Works as intended

Looks and feels like a good tool.Did a calibration test and it was accurate.

BACKGROUND:I am a DIYer when it comes to doing (most of) the maintenance on my vehicles and was looking for a couple of torque wrenches to expand my tool box. I was not looking to spend a lot on these wrenches as they would only be used a few times per year but I also didn't want to risk too cheap a tool that may not click when needed and cause expensive damage. I chose the Neiko Pro wrenches due to the relatively low cost, the style of locking/unlocking mechanism and that it is factory tested (at least it has a sticker that says so).MY EXPERIENCE:Fit and finish is a step down from other tools that I own (casting marks on ratchet head, not finished with "mirror" chrome). I ran the torque wrench through its range out of the box comparing against my existing Craftsman 1/2" wrench where possible (from 40 ft-Lbs up to 80 ft-Lbs) and it felt quite consistent. I would say that it was initially very difficult to set the Neiko Pro 3/8 wrench to its maximum torque setting - quite a lot of twisting force was needed. I ran the torque wrench through its range of settings several times and it did get easier after being exercised. In general, the tool works as expected and I am satisfied with the purchase. I would recommend that you test the torque wrench at the desired setting (on a lug nut for example) to get a feel for the break over force before you start torquing sensitive bolts.The other wrench I purchased referred to in this review was the Neiko Pro 1/4 Torque Wrench.

I was in need of a torque wrench that would go to at least 150 lbs. I looked at Sears locally but they only had gimmicky electronic ones that were very expensive. After looking through Amazon I found the Neiko 1/2" drive 50-250 lbs wrench. I was very nervous in clicking the buy button as I was scared of getting a piece of Chinese junk. When I got the wrench I was VERY happy when I opened it. This thing is a precision piece of equipment!! It is made in Taiwan (I wish they'd tell you where things were made when shopping on-line). The workmanship is great. I've owned a lot of woodworking machines over the years and the stuff coming from Taiwan has gotten better and better. This is a perfect example of pride in workmanship. The wrench works great, adjusts easily, has a very nice locking mechanism to lock the adjustment so it doesn't change while in use. The thing is very long - 24" which I thought was the same as the short one I saw at Sears (didn't measure it) but that must be a 18" wrench because this thing seems very long. The length helped to make the 150lbs torque on my lug nuts easy. It also has a rubber handle that feels great in my hand. All in all this is THE WRENCH. I'm thinking of getting a smaller one for those under 50 lbs of torque applications and I'm looking no where else but at Neiko. I'll have this wrench the rest of my life and am VERY happy with this purchase. It's the best value out of just about anything I've purchased in the past year. Thanks Neiko, well done!!

The part and the end came out , had to screw back into place , otherwise good.