Snap-On Magnetic Socket Extensions

A quick look at the magnetic adaptors extensions from Snap-On. These tools enable a socket to securely hold onto a nut or bolt after the final the final turn on the threads, and is ideal for extracting bolts from hard to reach places in confined spaces. From some basic research it seems like Snap-On is the only source for made in USA versions of these tools. Each one sells for approxamatly $20, and the 1/2" drive sizes are possibly discontinued for some reason. Oddly Snap-On does not sell these in sets either. Shown in the video are the large magnet versions, part numbers are as follows: 1/4" TMXM114 3/8" FXM112 1/2" SXM222 Snap-On also makes one with skinnier magnets ideal for sockets that neck down to a smaller size, the part numbers are as follows: 1/4" TMXM17 3/8" FXM18 1/2" SXM212 A cheaper alternative, made in Taiwan, is the Gearwrench set that sells for just under $40 for the three piece set: https://amzn.to/2pJygmM (affiliate link)