{"product_id":"dewalt-3-8-in-drive-1-4-in-6-point-metric-socket-with-directtorque-technology-dwmt86255osp","title":"DEWALT 3\/8-in. Drive 1\/4-in. 6-Point Metric Socket with DirectTorque Technology (DWMT86255OSP)","description":"\u003csection data-aplus\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-features\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"features\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/accuracy.svg\" alt=\"accuracy\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetter Fastener Grip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eDirectTorque technology is built to grip fasteners more effectively and help reduce rounding. That matters most when you're working on small metric hardware that can strip out in a hurry.\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/material.svg\" alt=\"material\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChrome Vanadium Build\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThe chrome vanadium steel construction gives this socket the strength serious users expect for repeated ratchet work. The polished chrome finish also helps resist chipping and flaking over time.\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"card\"\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"card-inside\"\u003e            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drive-size.svg\" alt=\"drive-size\" class=\"aplusicon\"\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact Metric Socket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003eThis DEWALT 1\/4 Inch - 3\/8 Inch Drive 6-Point Metric Socket pairs a 1\/4 inch socket size with a 3\/8 inch drive for controlled work on smaller metric fasteners. The knurled ring gives you a little more grip when starting or removing hardware by hand.\u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-overview\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\" data-product-summary\u003e      \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDEWALT 1\/4 Inch - 3\/8 Inch Drive 6-Point Metric Socket\u003c\/strong\u003e, model \u003cstrong\u003eDWMT86255OSP\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a single 6-point hand socket made for turning 1\/4 inch metric fasteners with a 3\/8 inch drive ratchet or extension. This is a \u003cstrong\u003emetric socket\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for fastening and mechanical service work where secure grip on smaller fasteners matters. If you spend time on automotive work, equipment maintenance, or general shop repairs, this is the kind of piece you keep in the drawer because the right socket size saves time and saves hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eThe big selling point here is DEWALT's DirectTorque technology. On the job, that means the socket is designed to contact the fastener in a way that helps prevent rounding while improving grip. With a small socket size like 1\/4 inch, that matters more than people think. Smaller fasteners do not give you much room for error, especially when they're already worn, slightly corroded, or tucked into awkward spots.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eThis socket uses a 6-point configuration, which is the right call when you want stronger engagement on hex fasteners. A 6-point socket is typically the better choice for service and repair work where you care more about holding power than speed. It grips the flats of the fastener more positively than a higher-point design, making it a practical option for mechanics and anyone doing repeat fastening on metric hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eDEWALT builds this socket from chrome vanadium steel, a material widely used for hand tool sockets because it balances strength and durability well. The polished chrome finish helps protect the surface from chipping and flaking, and it also makes the socket easier to wipe clean after greasy or dirty work. That is a simple feature, but it matters in a toolbox where tools see oil, grime, and constant handling.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eAnother useful detail is the knurled control ring. That textured band gives you extra purchase when you are spinning the socket onto a fastener by hand before putting a ratchet on it. It is a small design feature, but it makes the socket easier to handle when your hands are slick or when you are working in tighter areas where finger control matters.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eHard stamped markings are also worth mentioning because socket identification gets old fast when marks wear off. Clear size markings make it easier to grab the right piece from the rail or drawer, especially when you are switching between metric sizes during assembly, teardown, or repair work. For a single replacement socket or a gap-filler in an existing set, that kind of easy identification is more important than most catalog copy makes it sound.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cp\u003eIn practical terms, this socket fits users who already work with a 3\/8 inch drive platform and need a compact metric size for smaller fasteners. It makes sense for mechanics, maintenance techs, and serious DIYers who want a dependable 3\/8 inch drive socket for routine service tasks. If your work leans heavily on metric hardware and you prefer 6-point sockets for better fastener contact, this is a straightforward, no-nonsense addition to the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-benefits\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSecure Grip on Small Metric Fasteners\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"img\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.anglera.com\/assets\/74d6ed76-fe0d-4d23-a9db-1f8749ca9ef2\/20260526151_1.jpg\" alt=\"DEWALT 1\/4 Inch - 3\/8 Inch Drive 6-Point Metric Socket polished chrome hand socket for fastening and mechanical service work\" class=\"tnblock-img\"\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"copy\"\u003e          \u003cp\u003eThis socket is built for controlled fastening where a sloppy fit can damage the hardware. The 6-point design and DirectTorque geometry make it a smarter pick for stubborn or already-used metric fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e          \u003cul\u003e            \u003cli\u003e1\/4 inch socket size for smaller metric fastening tasks\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003e3\/8 inch drive fits standard ratchets and extensions in that drive class\u003c\/li\u003e            \u003cli\u003eKnurled ring helps when starting fasteners by hand\u003c\/li\u003e          \u003c\/ul\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-whats-included\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"tnincluded-wrapper\"\u003e        \u003cul\u003e          \u003cli\u003e(1) Socket\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003c\/ul\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-key-specifications\" class=\"acc\" open\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003ctable class=\"aplusspecs\"\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eDrive Size\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003e3\/8 in\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eSocket Size\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003e1\/4 in\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003ePoint Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003e6-Point\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eMeasurement System\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003eMetric\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003eChrome Vanadium Steel\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e        \u003ctr\u003e          \u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e          \u003ctd\u003e0.32 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e        \u003c\/tr\u003e      \u003c\/table\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-compatibility\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"compat-list\"\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/drive-size.svg\" alt=\"drive-size\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e            \u003cstrong\u003eDrive Interface\u003c\/strong\u003e            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eFits standard 3\/8 inch drive ratchets, extensions, and hand tools that accept 3\/8 inch drive sockets.\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv class=\"compat-row\"\u003e          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/size.svg\" alt=\"size\" class=\"icon-sm\"\u003e          \u003cdiv\u003e            \u003cstrong\u003eFastener Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e            \u003cdiv class=\"compat-detail\"\u003eDesigned for 1\/4 inch metric fasteners where a 6-point socket is preferred for stronger contact.\u003c\/div\u003e          \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003c\/div\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-applications-uses\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"tags\"\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eAutomotive\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMechanical Service\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eEquipment Maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eGeneral Contracting\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eDIY \/ Hobbyist\u003c\/span\u003e        \u003cspan class=\"tag\"\u003eMetric Fastening\u003c\/span\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-pro-tips\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"tip-row\"\u003e        \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/specs.svg\" alt=\"specs\" class=\"icon-lg\"\u003e        \u003cp class=\"tip-text\"\u003eIf you're dealing with a tight or slightly worn fastener, reach for this 6-point socket before a 12-point. On small hardware, that extra contact can be the difference between breaking it loose cleanly and rounding it off.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-tool-nut-take\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cdiv class=\"eyebrow\"\u003eTool Nut's Take\u003c\/div\u003e      \u003ch3\u003eSmall Socket, Important Job\u003c\/h3\u003e      \u003cp\u003eThe DEWALT 1\/4 Inch - 3\/8 Inch Drive 6-Point Metric Socket is the kind of single socket that earns its keep fast when you need solid grip on smaller metric hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e      \u003cul\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho it's for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanics, maintenance techs, and DIYers filling a missing size in a 3\/8 inch drive setup.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e DirectTorque design, 6-point grip, chrome vanadium steel construction, and a knurled ring that makes hand-starting easier.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a single socket, not a set, and the listed warranty information states no manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003c\/ul\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e  \u003cdetails id=\"product-faqs\" class=\"acc\"\u003e    \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e    \u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e      \u003cul\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a metric or SAE socket?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is listed as a metric socket.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat drive tool does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e It fits 3\/8 inch drive ratchets and extensions.\u003c\/li\u003e        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow many points does the socket have?\u003c\/strong\u003e This socket uses a 6-point configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003c\/ul\u003e    \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"DeWalt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53249982595366,"sku":"DWMT86255OSP","price":1.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/1582\/5958\/files\/20260526151_1.jpg?v=1779887793","url":"https:\/\/www.toolnut.com\/products\/dewalt-3-8-in-drive-1-4-in-6-point-metric-socket-with-directtorque-technology-dwmt86255osp","provider":"Tool Nut","version":"1.0","type":"link"}