80966 243-Piece 6-Point Mechanics Tool Set

Last verified June 7, 2026 by the Lifetime Picks Editorial Team

The GEARWRENCH 80966 is a 243 piece, 6 point mechanics set built around the three drive sizes that handle almost all automotive and household work: 1/4 inch, 3/8 inch, and 1/2 inch. Its 6 point sockets grip across the flats of a fastener instead of the corners, so they hold on rounded or high torque bolts where 12 point sockets tend to slip and round the head (the 12 point version is the separate GEARWRENCH 80972). The set covers both SAE and metric in standard and deep lengths, adds 16 hex bit sockets and two spark plug sockets, and includes 23 full polish long pattern combination wrenches (9 SAE and 14 metric) with a 15 degree offset box end for knuckle clearance. The three 90 tooth teardrop ratchets need only a 4 degree swing arc to move a fastener, which is what makes them usable in tight engine bays where a coarser ratchet cannot finish a swing. A magnetic bit holding screwdriver, a 30 piece bit set, nutdriver bits, extensions, adapters, and universal joints fill out the kit, and everything stores in a 3 drawer blow mold box with independent sliding drawers. GEARWRENCH backs the set with a full lifetime warranty against defects in material and workmanship.