Ingco 17mm Socket Spanner, 1/2″ Drive 6-Point, HHAST12171

Our review

This is a single 17mm socket from Ingco, built for a 1/2 inch drive tool such as a ratchet handle or breaker bar. The six-point opening grips the flats of a bolt head rather than the corners, which matters on fasteners that are tight or already slightly rounded. Ingco heat-treats the steel and finishes it in black nickel, a combination meant to resist wear and light corrosion over repeated use. It suits someone doing regular mechanical work, vehicle maintenance or workshop jobs who already owns 1/2 inch drive tools and needs this size to complete a set. Before buying, confirm your handle or extension is 1/2 inch drive, since a 17mm head will not fit a 3/8 inch anvil, and check whether you need a deep or standard socket for the job. Compare against other 17mm six-point sockets on drive size, material and finish, and whether buying a full set works out better than one piece.