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Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth 5 Stubby

Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth 5 Stubby

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$37.99at The Home DepotChecked Nov 8

Compared across 3 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when. Store links may earn us a commission. Price via Klarna.

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $37.99 at The Home Depot on Nov 8.
  • Checked at 3 stores.

Our take on the Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth 5 Stubby

The Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth Stubby Ratchet is a single ratchet built for tight spaces: a short handle and a low-profile head get into engine bays, under dashes and behind panels where full-length ratchets will not fit. The 90-tooth mechanism gives a 4-degree swing arc, so it works in arcs too narrow for 36- or 72-tooth ratchets, and the steel head and chrome-plated handle take shop abuse. It is a specialty tool rather than a do-everything ratchet, so most buyers pair it with a standard-length 3/8 ratchet. Owners like the fine action and reach; the common complaints are the short handle's limited leverage and the higher price than budget stubby ratchets.

Best forAuto mechanics working in tight engine baysUnder-dash and interior trim workPlumbers and HVAC techs in cramped spacesAdding a compact ratchet to a 3/8 drive set
Pros
  • 90 teeth give a 4-degree arc for tight swings
  • Short handle and low-profile head reach confined spots
  • Steel head and chrome-plated handle hold up to shop use
  • Smooth, low-backlash ratcheting action
  • 3/8 drive fits common socket sets
Cons
  • Short handle limits leverage on stubborn fasteners
  • Costs more than budget stubby ratchets
  • Single tool, no sockets or case included
  • Not a substitute for a full-length ratchet on general work

Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth 5 Stubby prices at every store

  • The Home DepotNew

    In stock

    $37.99Checked Nov 8
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  • Blain's Farm & FleetNew

    In stock

    $39.99Checked Nov 8
    Visit Blain's Farm & Fleet
  • Ace HardwareNew

    In stock

    $42.99+ $15.00 shippingChecked Nov 8
    Visit Ace Hardware

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Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth 5 Stubby price history

Lowest price we've seen: $37.99 on Nov 9 at The Home Depot. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners rate the stubby ratchet highly for its fine 90-tooth action and its ability to fit where full-size ratchets cannot. The main criticisms are the short handle's weak leverage and the price relative to cheaper stubby ratchets.

What people mention
  • Tooth countPraisedOwners say the 90-tooth head swings in gaps where coarser ratchets will not turn.
  • LeverageCriticisedThe short handle makes breaking loose tight fasteners harder than with a full-length ratchet.
  • Build qualityPraisedBuyers describe the steel head and chrome handle as durable shop-grade tools.
  • ValueMixedSome owners think it is worth the premium; others say cheaper stubby ratchets do the job.
  • SizePraisedThe compact head and short body fit behind panels and under dashes where standard ratchets fail.

Specifications

Set
NoSource
Head Material
Steel HeadSource
No. of Pieces (pcs)
1Source

Questions and answers

Is the 90-tooth stubby worth it over a cheaper stubby ratchet?
If you work in tight spaces often, the 4-degree arc and solid build justify the premium. For occasional use, a budget stubby ratchet will do.
How is it different from a standard 3/8 ratchet?
It has a shorter handle and a lower-profile head for confined areas. It trades leverage for access, so keep a full-length ratchet for general work.
Does it come with sockets or a case?
No. It is a single bare ratchet; sockets and storage are sold separately.
What is the swing arc?
The 90-tooth mechanism needs about 4 degrees of swing, so it works in narrow arcs where 36- or 72-tooth ratchets cannot engage.
Is the head flexible or fixed?
It is a fixed-head stubby ratchet, not a flex-head. The short body provides the access rather than an articulating head.
What drive size sockets does it take?
It takes standard 3/8-inch drive sockets, so it shares sockets with most 3/8 ratchets and sets.
Where is the Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth 5 Stubby cheapest?
At The Home Depot, for $37.99, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth 5 Stubby?
3 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Blain's Farm & Fleet, Ace Hardware.

Stores we've priced the Milwaukee 3/8 Drive 90-Tooth 5 Stubby at

  • Ace Hardware deals and prices
  • Blain's Farm & Fleet deals and prices
  • Home Depot deals and prices

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