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You can also buy a set of tap sockets.They are made to push over the end of the tap, allowing you to then use a 1/4 or 3/8 ratchet. Handy as a shirt pocket. I forget where I bought mine, probably off one of the tool trucks. Taps and dies are one of those tools that fall under the category of ”you get what you pay for”. Since you usually only have one shot at repairing a damaged hole or fastener, better get a good set. I’ve used a Vermont American set for several years, then finally stepped up to a Snap On set.. big bucks, but wow, what a nice set of tools. Screw drivers and open end wrenches are some other tools that I can’t stand using unless their good ones. My wife bought me a full set of Snap On Flank Drive combination wrenches back before we got married. What a great Valentines day gift! My Snap On man at the time told me ” she’s a keeper, better hold on to her” !