Craftsman Torque, 3/8" Drive Micrometer Torque Wre CMMT99433

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I restored my '67 C10 over the quarantine, which included replacing a rear main seal and head gaskets on my 350 engine. Of course, there are very specific torque setting for the replacement of those items. This torque wrench was obviously accurate as I've now put +2,000 miles on the engine since then and so far, so good.

The new simple easy to use spring loaded handle lock design on the CMMT99433 is superior and a welcome improvement. A nice feature is it remains normally in the locked position. The CMMT99433 replaced my previous Craftsman model when the older style twist lock collar broke into pieces and separated from the handle. To unlock the hadle on the CMMT99433 simply pull back and hold the locking collar while turning the handle to the desired torque setting then release the lock collar to lock the handle at the torque setting. Also, I like the high quality unobtrusive ratchet mechanism and robust hardened steel forward/reverse ratchet lever. I have a non-Craftsman brand torque wrench I need to use occasionally for working in tight spaces because of its shorter 14" length but has a flimsy forward/reverse ratchet lever made of stamped steel, the CMMT99433 is 17" long. Nice to see the CMMT99433 comes with torque certification certificate and a plastic case (my previous Craftsman model did not include a storage case.) In addition, while CMMT99433 is not made in USA, it is made in Taiwan which I have other tools that are high quality. I expect many years of reliable use from the CMMT99433 and renewed memories of a time when Craftsman offered high quality innovative tools. I look forward to Craftsman continuing producing high quality tools offering unsurpassed warrenty coverage.