Features:

  • Wrench emits click that can be heard and felt when the preset value is reached
  • High-contrast dual-range scale is easy to read, even in low light
  • Reversible ratchet head drives in both directions and measures torque in clockwise direction
  • Durable all-steel construction has no plastic parts to break or wear out
  • Ships pre-calibrated to +/- 4% accuracy and ready to use
Fabulous tool

Tekton, I don't know how you can build such a quality tool, That you can actually read the numbers on, and not charge more money for it. Even the Boeing corp, that buys the best tools, still don't have torque wrenches that you can read. Makes for mistakes. Tekton figured out how to paint the graduations on the tool, so you don't have to turn at different angles and hold up to the light to accurately read the setting. I've been lamenting for decades to those that will listen, WHY, tool makers make it SO difficult to read the settings on your torque wrench, WELL wait no more, Tekton did it and at a fabulous price, I would have paid more. Well done Tekton

Excellent and tough 1/2 inch torque wrench

About eight years ago, I purchased my first dual suspension carbon fiber mountain bike which also has a carbon fiber handlebar and seatpost. I enjoyed the bike so much, I purchased another for all mountain riding a few years later and then, last year, one for my wife. The only problem with carbon bikes though (or carbon fiber in general) is that you have to be very careful when torquing components because carbon will not deform like a metal that is over stressed. Carbon fiber is extremely sensitive to point stress and compression loads and if you surpass the torque limit of the material it will snap or fracture suddenly (often, without the owner noticing). And that is where the Tekton 24335 comes in. This 1/2 inch drive socket torque wrench is ideal for that 13 to almost 203 Newton Meters (Nm) range that applies to larger fasteners on a mountain bike (such as the bottom bracket and freewheel), and to make sure undue stress is not being applied to the carbon fiber frame or components. My Tekton 24335 came just fine a week after ordering , and as soon as I received my wrench, I set it up in my vise to do an accuracy test. I attached a plumb weight (of known mass) from a string on the end and began dialing the lock ring back down to 90 Nm (66.3 foot pounds or 796 inch pounds), until the weight made it click. I was checking to see if it clicked at 90 Nm, because this is a little bit above what would be needed for certain bottom bracket cups. I then measured the distance (from the center of the drive to the center of the handle where the string was tied holding the weight) x weight I used and then converted to Newton Meters, and compared that to the setting at which it had clicked. It turns out the Tekton 24335 is accurate to 0.8%. However, these type of torque wrenches are more accurate when the internal spring is stretched than when it is relaxed, so a further 1 or 2% correction could be in order either way. (you have to consider dynamic versus static loading when conducting testing) Still, a deviance of only 0.8% is well within the 4% Tekton claims and is very accurate for a torque wrench in this price range. The Tekton 24335 also has some nice features I really enjoy. The printed scale on the handle is easy to read. The knurled handle is easy to hold and is solid steel rather than the plastic of some other torque wrenches. Also, the feel of the Tekton 24335 is much more intuitive during dynamic loading and when you reach the limit in torque you set, the click and swivel of the head is sharp, loud and easy to notice due to the roller pin rolling over the roller bearing. This is a welcome feature when you are wrenching and torquing multiple fasteners quickly. Overall, the Tekton 24335 feels high-end and has a high quality of construction with more steel used throughout compared to many competitors. To top it off, the Tekton 24335 has a port in the center of the main shaft for resetting it back to 100% accuracy after you use it for several years. (or, if you misuse it) The only aspect I do not like about the Tekton 24335 for bicycle use at least, is that it cannot register torque in both directions (for right and left handed threads). That said, on modern bikes, you typically only find left handed threads in three places; the left pedal, the right bottom bracket cup and the freewheel cone. And finally, there is the price. The Tekton 24335 sells for $38 compared to $70 to $250 for many other competitors that are similarly constructed. That is simply a huge amount of difference and when you combine that with the fact that the Tekton 24335 is so accurate, it makes choosing the Tekton easy. So far, I have had my Tekton 24335 for about seven months and have used it not only on my bikes but also with some light auto work, and the wrench has been both accurate and performed superbly. For me, that equals five stars!

Simply Awesome

Years ago, it seemed like very few project instructions included "torque specs." Well, recent projects such as installing trailer hitches on my cars and installing wheels on my boat trailer made it clear that proper torque is important. Originally, I purchased a wrench at my local box store from their line of tools. I could not seem to get the wrench to "break," and was concerned about applying too much torque. I returned the wrench to the store and a clerk tested it on a bolt anchoring shelving to the store floor. He broke the bolt off the floor! Needless to say, I did not bother to exchange it, I simply returned it. Years ago, Craftsmen tools sold by Sears were my go to. But, the near collapse of Sears and the farming of almost all Craftsman manufacturing to China has left me unimpressed. So, what to do? Snap-On tools seem trustworthy, but are way too expensive for my 2-3 projects a year that might require a torque wrench. Eventually, the reviews on this Tekton wrench sold me. I'm extremely impressed with the tool. It seems to be made to last a lifetime, there is no plastic on it. Just high quality steel, etched gradients that will never wear out, and a feel to the "break action" that seems both accurate and precise. The storage box is the "folding plastic hinge" type that will eventually break. If they had thrown another buck or so into proper hinges, the total package would be perfect. Since the tool is the most important thing here, I'm giving this five stars as this wrench is a phenomenal buy from my experience.

Tekton Torque Wrench

I just got mine yesterday and honestly I'm a bit disappointed the way it looks, I posted a few photos of the product and the two screws were over torque from what it looks like (is that normal?). The handle got scratches all over it and a small chip and feels sharp enough to cut me. I do not usually post bad review but I was let down on this one, I was hoping to get more stuff from tekton but I surely learn my lesson about tools over the internet. I will keep it though because I don't like to waste my time sending it back. Update 9/18/2015 I got my replacement yesterday and I'm really satisfied on how Russ from Tekton took care of this, I asked how to return the other original item and instead let me hang on to it. You guys just won another customer and like I said I have more on my wish list under Tekton product but I want to see how this transaction goes. I am not a big fan of online purchase but definitely gave me a confidence ordering tools from Tekton. Thanks for a great customer service, now you deserved my updated 5 stars!

This is a really good value! Suited for hobbyists.

Wow. So much quality, not much money! The only complaint is the torque adjustment. Getting down is easy, but getting up takes quite the effort. Probably can be fixed with a recalibration. As far as I know, this wrench is calibrated from factory. The locking mechanism has givin me no issues so far, nor the labels on the adjustment nob. This is my first torque wrench so I was suprised that it came in a it's own hardshell case. Very thoughtful of Tekton, and very useful for keeping the tool in optimum condition. Note: torque wrenches are very sensitive. So DO NOT bang or drop it, and DO NOT get it wet or dirty. That's why I have the case as a storage place for mines. Keeps it safe if dropped and away from moisture and dirt. As for usage, I use it for my car and my bicycle. From torque-ing down lug nuts to bolts on the intake manifold. This one has enough torque settings to fix things around the house.

the more I like them. I took this wrench to a calibration ...

The more and more I use these TEKTON tools, the more I like them. I took this wrench to a calibration station at work. Its within 1% of set torque, and after using it for about three hours solid, it maintains its calibration. Wonderful for the price, I was kind of skeptical when I bought it. I also have their 20-200 inch pound torque wrench and it performs the same as this one. Pros- --Well Built. The lock in the handle has a positive grab and doesn't come loose once you set it. --Unlike many cheap tools on Amazon, this wrench is well built and the handle numbers are easy to read. --Newton Meters are printed on the back of the wrench (one scale is Ft.Lbs, flip it over, Newton Meters.) --Positive "CLICK" when preset torque is reached. No weak clicks here. Cons- --The only one I could think of was the scales are etched gray into the handle. It might be a little difficult to read after awhile, or for someone with poor eyesight. Overall, great torque wrench!

Excellent tire lug nut torque wrench

I got this wrench for torquing tire lug nuts to the proper OEM torque. This wrench is a little over 18 inches long and provides plenty of length to easily torque tire lug nuts. It is a great range for this application on normal-sized vehicles. It is a righty-tighty torque wrench and works great for what I bought it for. As others have mentioned, some bike parts are opposite of standard threading so a different torque wrench may be required for that if you want it to work out of the box. However, the internal torque head insert can be flipped to make it lefty-tighty if needed. So while it wont work for bikes other lathes out-of-the-box it can be made to work. The case that comes with the torque wrench is nice and simple and does the job of protecting the wrench. The instructions that came with the wrench were also useful. Even better, the wrench box came with a QR code printed on it that links to a Youtube video showing to use the tool. I am very impressed with all of this "extra" useful stuff that Tekton provides. I have noticed this kind of extra dedication from Tekton over multiple product lines. I look forward to using this wrench for years to come! Pros: *Easy to use for tire lug nuts *Great instructions that explain how to set the torque and use the wrench *Simple yet useful case Cons: *None so far Additional Considerations: Be aware of the torque range provided by the wrench! If you need 0-10lbs or >150lbs you will need a different wrench. Overall: 5/5 stars (>=.5 rounds up, <.5 rounds down) => 5 stars If you have any further questions regarding the product in my review please leave a comment below and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Excellent Value Torque Wrench

Excellent torque wrench and an excellent value. Originally, I purchased a $10 Pittsburgh Torque Wrench from Harbor Freight; however, I was worried about the accuracy of this product as it did not come with any certification. Since I was working on my Mazda 3's suspension, I came to the conclusion it wasn't worth my safety or the possibility of over torquing a bolt. Therefore, I spent the extra $30 and purchased this Tekton which was given several positive reviews on Amazon and on the internet. More importantly, it came with a certification stating it was properly tested. The Tekton was easy to use, the markings were clear, and it made a solid, audible click when the proper torque was met. It feels solid and well made. I also feel confident that a wheel won't be falling off my car anytime soon. If you are in the market for a good torque wrench at a great value, this would be the one for you.

Great Torque Wrench for DIY'er Auto Guy or Gal

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.

A great addition to my toolbox

I needed torque wrenches for a recent automotive project and, after doing a fair amount of research, settled on a couple of Tektons - this one as well as a smaller size. I found them to be perfect for my needs. They seem to be well-made; are a good value; and worked very well. The adjustments allow you to be precise in reaching a specific setting; the markings are clear and easy to read. They have a good feel in use - solid with a good grip. It is very easy to tell when you have reached your torque limit. The storage case is nice - plastic but nice to be able to keep the wrench in between uses. There is no way to know how precise the calibration is but based on years of experience and "feel" using a beam wrench, it felt like they operated as I expected. Overall, I am quite pleased.

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