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Tekton 3/8-Inch Drive Socket Set, 45-Piece (13101)

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Last reviewed May 20, 2026

TL;DR A 3/8-inch-drive-only SAE and metric set with 40 6-point chrome-vanadium sockets in shallow and deep lengths — the 10 mm metric is confirmed present. No impact rating; hand-ratchet and breaker-bar use only. 4.8★ across 1,738 reviews with zero one-star or two-star entries and no rounding complaints in the available sample. Currently out of stock; the newer 46-piece SKT15301 (B07P6RJXJ9) is the in-stock replacement.

What it is and how it performs

The 13101 covers 3/8-inch drive only — 40 sockets total: 12 shallow and 12 deep metric (8–19 mm) and 8 shallow and 8 deep SAE (5/16–3/4 in.) — all 6-point, all chrome-vanadium steel confirmed from the Amazon specification table. The 10 mm metric is explicitly listed in both shallow and deep metric socket lists. Set count is verified (40 sockets plus ratchet, two extension bars, universal joint, and case = 45 pieces). 4.8★ across 1,738 reviews with no one-star or two-star entries and zero rounding complaints in the available sample. Hand-ratchet use only; not rated for impact drivers.

Who should buy this — and who should skip it

Right pick for a home mechanic whose work centers on oil changes, brake jobs, and engine-bay electrical work — 3/8-inch drive covers the majority of fasteners in those tasks, and the 6-point construction is the correct choice for corroded or snug OEM bolts. Skip if you need 1/4-inch drive for small interior and sensor fasteners, or 1/2-inch drive for wheel lug nuts and suspension hardware — a three-drive set handles those without a supplemental purchase. Also skip if you plan to use an impact wrench; these sockets are Cr-V hand-rated only, and impact use risks shattering.

Safety and environmental impact

No chemical exposure pathway — chrome-vanadium steel hand tool with no SDS. Chrome-vanadium steel is rated for hand-ratchet and breaker-bar use — not for impact wrenches; impact-rated sockets use chrome-molybdenum alloy and black-oxide finish, and using standard Cr-V hand sockets on an impact driver risks shattering. Cr-V steel is fully recyclable as scrap metal; the plastic case is not routinely recovered through curbside programs. The confirmed lifetime warranty is a documented lifecycle-extension mechanism — quality Cr-V socket sets regularly achieve 10–20+ year useful lives.

From the manufacturer

Marketing copy from Tekton, via Amazon. Not editorial.

  • Master set has every size from 5/16 to 3/4 inch and 8 to 19 mm in both shallow and deep lengths
  • Includes universal joint and extra long 6-inch extension, tools not found in most other sets
  • Finely geared 72-tooth ratchet needs only 5-degree working swing arc
  • High-torque, 6-point sockets grip flat sides of fasteners, not corners, preventing round off
  • All tools are made from premium quality chrome vanadium steel with a mirror chrome plated finish

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Manufacturer specifications
Brand
TEKTON
Material
Chrome Vanadium Steel
Finish Type
Chrome Plated Finish
Number of Pieces
1
Drive System
Square
Drive Bit Shank Style
Square Drive Shank
Bit Compatibilities
3/8 inch
Material Type
Chrome Vanadium Steel
Finish Types
Chrome Plated Finish
Brand Name
TEKTON
Model Number
13101
Set Name
TEKTON 3/8-Inch Drive Socket Set

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