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Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby

Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby

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$13.12at The Twister GroupChecked Nov 8

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $13.12 at The Twister Group on Nov 8.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby

The Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby is a single short-handle ratchet for tight spots where a full-length wrench will not fit. Its 3-15/16 inch length and round head get into engine bays, under dashes and behind panels. The 41-tooth mechanism gives roughly 8.8 degrees of swing per click, which is coarser than the 72- and 90-tooth ratchets most rivals now use. Chrome vanadium steel and a polished nickel chrome finish make it durable for the money, and it suits DIYers and home mechanics who need a compact backup rather than a daily driver.

Best forDIYers working in tight engine baysReaching behind dashboards and panelsAdding a compact ratchet to a home toolboxBuyers who want one sturdy tool, not a set
Pros
  • Short 3-15/16 inch handle fits where standard ratchets cannot
  • Round head works at angles in cramped spaces
  • Chrome vanadium steel body feels solid
  • Polished nickel chrome finish resists corrosion
  • Simple single-tool buy with no set to pay for
Cons
  • 41 teeth means a coarse swing arc of about 8.8 degrees
  • Short handle limits leverage on tight fasteners
  • No quick-release button on the drive
  • Sold as one ratchet, so no other sizes included

Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby prices at every store

  • TWISTNew

    In stock

    $13.12+ $12.50 shippingChecked Nov 8
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  • The Twister GroupNew

    In stock

    $13.12+ $12.50 shippingChecked Nov 8
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Store links may earn us a commission. Some prices via Klarna.

Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby price history

Lowest price we've seen: $13.12 on Nov 9 at TWIST. Tracked across 2 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Owners of stubby ratchets like this one value the compact reach and solid steel feel, but the coarse tooth count draws complaints from people used to fine-tooth tools.

What people mention
  • SizePraisedOwners say the short body reaches fasteners that full-length ratchets cannot.
  • Tooth countCriticisedThe 41-tooth gear needs a wide swing, which is awkward in the tight spots the tool is meant for.
  • BuildPraisedThe chrome vanadium steel and polished finish feel solid and hold up to corrosion.
  • LeverageMixedThe stubby handle is handy in cramped areas but makes breaking loose tight bolts harder.

From TWIST

  • 3/8-inch drive stubby ratchet
  • 3-15/16 inch length
  • Stubby round head
  • 41 teeth
  • Polished nickel chrome plated finish resists corrosion
  • Chrome vanadium alloy steel construction for strength and durability
Materials
Chrome vanadium alloy steel
Shipping
Shipping weight 1 lb; shipping dimensions 2 in x 8 in x 2 in
In the box
Ratchet (single)

About the Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby

This is a 3/8-inch drive stubby ratchet with a round head. It is sold as a single ratchet, not a set. The short body measures 3-15/16 inches long.

The ratchet is made from chrome vanadium alloy steel with a steel head. A polished nickel chrome plated finish resists corrosion. The head has 41 teeth.

Drive size
3/8 inch
Length
3-15/16 inches
Head style
Stubby, round
Teeth
41
Material
Chrome vanadium alloy steel
Head material
Steel
Finish
Polished nickel chrome plating
Set
No
In the box
Ratchet (single)

Specifications

Set
NoSource
Head Material
Steel HeadSource

Questions and answers

Is this ratchet good for tight spaces?
Yes. At 3-15/16 inches long with a round head, it reaches fasteners where a standard ratchet will not fit. The coarse 41-tooth gear needs more swing room, though.
How does it compare with a 72-tooth ratchet?
A 72-tooth ratchet needs about 5 degrees of swing per click; this one needs about 8.8. In very tight arcs the finer ratchet wins, but this tool is shorter and cheaper to own alone.
Does it have a quick-release button?
No. Sockets push on and pull off the drive directly, so check that your sockets fit snugly.
What is included in the box?
One 3/8-inch drive stubby ratchet. No sockets, extensions or case are included.
Will it handle rusted or over-tightened bolts?
The steel is strong, but the short handle limits leverage. Use a breaker bar or a longer ratchet to break stubborn fasteners loose first.
Is it worth buying as a single tool?
If you already own 3/8-inch sockets and want a compact reach tool, yes. If you are starting from nothing, a ratchet and socket set covers more ground.
Where is the Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby cheapest?
At The Twister Group, for $13.12, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Performance Tool 3/8-Inch Drive Round Stubby?
2 stores we checked sell it, including TWIST, The Twister Group.

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