12 point sockets.... WHY? Grab a thick 6 point or better yet an unplated black 6 point impact socket and put that 18" breaker bar to the test! Only time ill use a 12 point is on a 12 point nut. I have not used my 3/8 drive stuff in years. It's all 1/2 drive with its sockets down to 3/8 and up to 1 3/8 (or 28mm). I have a no name 1/2 ratchet that is nice: beefy, nice contoured grip, polished finish. Has never let me down even with a 3 foot piece of pipe on it to break a lug nut. I have a bucket of 3/8 drive sockets that is dusty now.