TEKTON SID14206 3/8 Inch Drive x 1/4 Inch Semi-Deep Impact Socket, 50BV30 Cr-V Steel with Manganese Phosphate Coating

The semi-deep wall gives full contact on 1/4 in. bolts without the awkward length of a deep socket. Both laser and stamped markings mean I can still read the size after it's been through the grease. Held up fine on my impact at full power.

Tough coating, clear markings, no rounding.

Manganese phosphate finish looks like it will resist rust better than my old chrome sockets. Runs true on the anvil with no wobble. Nothing fancy, just a solid impact socket at a fair price.

The socket itself performs fine on my cordless impact. It arrived with a few scuffs in the coating from loose packaging though. Docking stars for condition on arrival, not performance.

Bought this to complete a set I was short one size on. Full-length engagement on the bolt head is exactly what the listing promises and it took a corroded seat bolt off without marring the corners. Ordering two more in other sizes.

This is my fourth TEKTON semi-deep impact socket. They survive daily shop abuse, the black coating hides the grease, and the dual markings save me from grabbing the wrong size mid-job. Cheap insurance for your knuckles and your fasteners.

Used it on furniture assembly bolts and small engine mounts. The 1/4 in. size engages deep and square. Took one star off because the laser etching has already faded slightly after a few months, though the stamped marking remains.

For six bucks I expected budget-tier fit and finish but this feels like a premium socket. The semi-deep profile is genuinely useful for recessed 1/4 fasteners that standard sockets can't reach. Very happy.

The drive square has more play on my anvil than my other brand sockets. It works, but I can feel the wobble and it concerns me for long-term wear. Might just be a variance in my particular socket.

Picked this up for bicycle and small engine work where a full deep socket is too long and a shallow one won't engage. Perfect middle ground. The flat sides grip the fastener completely. Would recommend to anyone building out a 1/4 drive impact kit.