VIM Tools HBR3 Double Ended 1/4" Hex Bit Ratchet

I do lot of close work with PC watercooling where I have to work in spaces where there’s barely enough room for the 1/4” bit to fit, let alone a tool to hold the bit. I have other low-profile ratchets but they are often still have too much height after installing the bit. I end up often using the bit and turning it with a pair of pliers. Very awkward and I often drop the bit. I later found those measuring spoon style fixed bits, which where a huge improved ent, but they don’t ratchet.Always wondered if there was a ratchet which could hold a bit just with a through hex opening. So glad I found this. While it can be somewhat challenging to actually insert the bit into the opening, it has a very firm grip once it does, so you know it won’t inadvertently slip out. Very well made and a huge time saver when doing limited space precision work.

Great ratchet! Feels great in the hand. My favorite part is the not ratcheting side for taking off panels on machines at work, this and 2 bit rails is like carrying metric and sae hex key sets. Due to the lower tooth count you can put a lot more torque on the ratchet end compared to similar ratchets in size

This is one of the most used tools when I’m in a tight spot. I’ve bought so many of these to make sure every where I work has one.

Great for tight spots. High quality for the price.

This is one of those tools that when you grab it out of the tool box, you think "Man, am I glad I bought this". It's tiny yet not flimsy and can get into locations not accessible to other wrenches. The bits stay put when snapped in and the back side of the ratchet is smooth so that you can press with a finger to insure the bit doesn't slip in the bolt. I carry one of these in my mountain bicycle emergency tool bag along with a set of hex drive metric bits that cover the range of bolts found on the bike. Some of these, like the axle bolts, are large and require a fair amount of force which is where the box end of the wrench comes in handy, while some are small requiring a light touch. This tool covers the entire range.

Made in Taiwan, not China. 👍 Big plus for me. I wouldn't have bought it otherwise.Very very tiny. Not great as a tool to use all the time as your main screwdriver. It's very awkward and slippery to hold.But it gets into tight spaces that many other tools can't. So it's a great addition to a good Wera screwdriver (or whatever you prefer).Back drag on the ratcheting mechanism is very mediocre. Not great, not the worst. But you can easily finish screws by hand if you can reach them. Or use the spinner on the back of the tool. Or spin the bit by hand.The main ratchet side only adds around 0.1 inch to the length of the bit. The breaker bar side adds a little more.Bits are held by a clip but fairly easy to remove. Which I guess is either good or bad depending on your preference.Overall good at what it needs to do which is fit into tiny spaces. Fur 16 dollars I think it's a great addition to your kit.

Good price, quick ship, as described. Works well for driving hex bits in confined spaces. Recommend product and seller.

Bought this for work and use it hard. Others have also bought these because they are great for working in tight places.