Description

Key Features

3/8 In. Drive Fit

Built for 3/8 inch drive ratchets and extensions, this socket gives you a common size for general mechanical work without stepping up to a bulkier drive.

Chrome Vanadium Build

Premium chrome vanadium steel matters on hand tools because it holds up to repeated fastening work and helps the socket stay serviceable over time.

Better Grip by Hand

The knurled ring gives you more control when starting or removing a socket by hand, especially when your fingers are slick from shop grime.

Overview

The DeWalt DWMT86308OSP Mechanics 6-Point 3/8 Inch Drive Socket 13 mm is a single metric hand socket for fastening and loosening 13 millimeter fasteners with a 3/8 inch drive ratchet or extension. This is a socket designed for mechanical fastening and general repair work. Model Number: DWMT86308OSP. If you need a replacement socket for a missing piece in a mechanic’s set, or you want to build out a dependable working set one size at a time, this is the kind of basic shop piece that earns its keep.

The key setup here is simple and useful: 13 millimeter size, 6-point design, and 3/8 inch drive. That combination is a sweet spot for a lot of automotive, equipment, and general maintenance work because it fits a common range of fasteners without forcing you into a larger, heavier socket. A 6-point socket matters because it grips the flats of the fastener more positively than a 12-point pattern, which is the right call when you’re trying to avoid rounding off stubborn bolts.

DeWalt builds this socket from chrome vanadium steel, which is what you want in a hand socket that is going to live in a box, roll around a cart, and see repeated use on tight hardware. It is not an exotic feature, but it is an important one. Good steel is what keeps a socket from turning into a throwaway item after a stretch of regular service work. The polished chrome finish also helps the tool wipe clean more easily after use.

One of the more practical details is the knurled beauty ring. On paper that sounds minor. On the bench, it is useful. When you’re spinning the socket on or off by hand, or grabbing it from a tray with oily fingers, that added texture gives you a little more control. That saves annoyance more than time, but anybody who works on equipment regularly knows that small usability details are what separate a decent socket from one you actually like using.

This DeWalt socket is a straightforward fit for any standard 3/8 inch drive hand ratchet, breaker bar, or extension. That makes it easy to drop into an existing socket collection without worrying about proprietary systems or oddball interfaces. Because it is a single socket, it also makes sense as a direct replacement if you have an incomplete mechanic’s set and need to fill the exact 13 millimeter spot.

Who should buy it? Mechanics, maintenance techs, automotive DIYers, and homeowners who want a dependable 13 millimeter socket instead of a bargain-bin piece that slips or disappears after a few jobs. If 13 millimeter hardware shows up often in your work, a dedicated DeWalt DWMT86308OSP Mechanics 6-Point 3/8 Inch Drive Socket 13 mm is just the practical answer.

Reliable Grip on Common Metric Fasteners

This DeWalt socket is sized for one of the most common metric fasteners you run into during repair and maintenance work. The 6-point opening is the right choice when preserving fastener corners matters more than quick repositioning.

• 13 millimeter socket size for metric fastening work
• 3/8 inch drive fits standard ratchets and extensions
• Knurled ring helps with hand-starting and removal

What’s in the Box

• (1) DeWalt DWMT86308OSP 6-Point 3/8 Inch Drive 13 mm Socket

Key Specifications

Drive Size	3/8 in.
Socket Size	13 mm
Point Design	6-Point
Material	Chrome Vanadium Steel
Piece Count	1
Unit of Measure	Metric

Compatibility

Drive Interface

Fits standard 3/8 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and extensions.

Fastener Size

Designed for 13 millimeter metric fasteners.

Built For

Automotive Equipment Maintenance Mechanical Repair General Contracting DIY / Hobbyist Shop Toolboxes

Pro Tip

If you’re replacing a missing socket in an older set, confirm both the 13 millimeter size and the 3/8 inch drive before ordering. That sounds obvious, but mixing 1/4 inch and 3/8 inch drive replacements is one of the easiest ways to buy the right size socket that still does not fit your ratchet.

Tool Nut’s Take

Tool Nut’s Take

DeWalt DWMT86308OSP Mechanics 6-Point 3/8 Inch Drive Socket 13 mm Gets the Basics Right

This is the kind of single socket you buy when you want a real replacement, not a cheap filler piece that rounds hardware and disappears into the junk drawer.

• Who it’s for: Anyone filling a missing spot in a mechanic’s set, building out a metric socket lineup, or keeping a dedicated 13 millimeter socket on the bench.
• Why it stands out: 6-point grip, chrome vanadium construction, and a knurled ring that actually makes handling easier.
• Worth knowing: This is a single socket only, so it makes the most sense as a replacement or size-specific add-on rather than a starter setup.

Common Questions

• Is this a metric or SAE socket? This is a metric socket sized at 13 millimeters.
• What drive size does it use? It uses a 3/8 inch drive.
• Is this a 6-point or 12-point socket? It is a 6-point socket.
• What material is it made from? The socket is made from chrome vanadium steel.