86-Piece Master Tap and Hex Die Set, Premium Titanium Coating | SAE Size #4 to 5/8”, Metric Size M3 to M16 | For All Coarse, Fine, Pipe Threads | Complete with Holders, Stocks, Gauges and Metal Case

This is the best hobbyist grade set I've found on Amazon. It compares directly to very similar sets costing twice as much and delivers performance of much more expensive sets for non-pro use. Yes, "non-pro" is difficult to define. But if you only need the occasional thread chased or hole tapped, this set is all you need. (On the other hand, if you need to do actual, regular machining tasks and you're looking to save some money -- you REALLY need to save up and buy pro tools. You won't get there wasting your money a bit at a time on hobby-grade.) The machining on the taps and dies is clean and crisp. I inspected each piece and didn't find any crunchy bits worth noting. The handles are just ok -- I've broken tap handles of this type before. The T-handle is an exception as it is quite solidly constructed. The handles are easily addressed by buying higher quality stand-alone handles for this set. I noted several negative reviews based on the case and, yes, it is basic quality. But the seller is apparently listening because they have more/less exactly followed one reviewer's recommendation to add a piece of layered foam to hold the taps in place when the lid is closed. It works well and, although the taps all lay loose in their 'slots' (it's really a tray as there is no retention at all), none move when the lid is closed. (FWIW: I recommend hot gluing the provided foam insert to the lid so its not floating around when open.) I do wish the slots gripped the bits as they are subject to jumping out if the case is tilted/knocked while the lid is open. But look, these are minor nits on what is otherwise a surprisingly well machined set -- and a great value at this price.If you're not a pro, my advice is buy this set, replace the handles when ready and replace any heavily used taps or dies with high quality when you wear one out. In this way you minimize investment on a set full of pieces you're unlikely to ever use and you can focus additional money on quality exactly where you need it. Recommended. (Just be careful not to drop that case!)

Amazing amount of taps and dies with surprising high quality for very low cost. I don’t know how in the heel they can do it? Pay the employees in rice only?

The media could not be loaded. Let me be up front and honest here. This set isn’t Snap-On quality. It’s definitely Harbor Freight quality.Then again, you wouldn’t expect it to be Sanp-On for the price. Thing is, I did think it would be a little better than HF. You’ll really notice the cheapness from the time you open the box to the time you assemble a tool.That said, it will absolutely get the job done. I wouldn’t trust it with high strength nuts and bolts but it’ll chase threads and repair damaged nuts and bolts just fine. It lacks a few nice features like divots on the die that allow for easier starting but none of it is a make or break feature. The handles are very cheap and their adjustability isn’t smooth — but they’re adequate.It is however, a very complete set and this is a tool that I only need maybe once a year — but also a tool that is essential when you do need it. I’m not doing professional work and I’m not trying miracle repairs where the quality of the tool comes into question. So, for what it is, it’s a great tool and a great value.

I received the die and tap set on time with no issues. I used the set to clean up a blind hole for a stud that wouldn’t go in. The tap and die worked well and the stud went in.The case allows the parts to move around. I will put a spacer in the case to keep the parts in the proper place. Nice price, so it’s great for home use.

Great quality

Great set when needing to tap and drill

This was an odd item. The metal case came extremely well packed with dessicant and even a free carabiner (what is it with carabiners as a gift item anyway?). The box contained a huge set of tap drill bits that all appear to be extremely well made.The metal torque bar, however? Could not screw onto the the shaft of the tap drill bit and lock it in place. it appeared that it was snug, but as soon as you turn the torque wrench, the drill bit starts sliding inside the groove and won't maintain a tight fit. So you can potentially start carving a channel for your screw... but then when you try and reverse direction, the bit is stuck in the wood/plastic and won't come free.I had to get an adjustable crescent wrench to grip the shaft and try and work it out.Quite surprised, since this appears to be otherwise a very well-made set.

Very sharp and easy-ish to use. Takes practice to get it perfectly in tthe hole to bore out though.