Description

Key Features

Half-Inch Drive Fit

Built for 1/2 inch drive ratchets, breaker bars, and torque wrenches, so it drops right into standard mechanic and shop setups.

Chrome Vanadium Strength

The chrome vanadium steel construction is there for one reason: hold up to repeated fastening work without turning into a throwaway socket.

Better Grip by Hand

Knurled beauty rings help reduce hand slippage when you are starting fasteners by hand or pulling the socket from a tight tray.

Overview

The DeWalt DWMT86456OSP Mechanics 6 Point 1/2 Drive Socket 1-1/16 is a single SAE mechanic’s socket for fastening and loosening 1-1/16 inch hex fasteners with a 1/2 inch drive tool. This is a socket designed for automotive, equipment, and general shop fastening work. Model Number: DWMT86456OSP.

The six-point opening matters because it gives more direct contact on the flats of the fastener instead of riding the corners as aggressively as some multi-point designs can. If you are working on stubborn hardware and want a socket that matches the fastener cleanly, that is the right style to reach for.

DeWalt builds this socket from chrome vanadium steel, which is the spec most buyers actually care about in this category. It means the socket is made for regular service work, not light-duty occasional use only. For a piece this simple, material quality is the difference between a socket that stays in rotation and one that rounds out or gets retired early.

The knurled beauty rings are a practical touch. On the bench or under the hood, sockets get oily, dusty, and hard to grab. That knurled band gives you extra purchase when you are spinning the socket on by hand or pulling it out of a drawer, socket rail, or tray.

This is an SAE socket in a 1-1/16 inch size, so it fits jobs where inch-based hardware is still common. That makes it a straightforward choice for mechanics, equipment maintenance, farm use, trailer work, and general service tasks where fractional sizes still show up every day.

If you already run a 1/2 inch drive ratchet, breaker bar, or torque wrench, this DeWalt socket makes sense as a direct add-on size rather than part of a large set. It is for the buyer who knows exactly which socket size is missing, worn out, or needed for a specific repair and wants a no-nonsense replacement.

Built for Shop and Service Work

This DeWalt 1/2 inch drive socket is the kind of piece that earns its spot by fitting right, gripping cleanly, and holding up through repeated use. For routine mechanic work, the simple stuff matters most: solid material, the right drive size, and a grip you can handle with dirty hands.

• Six-point SAE socket sized for 1-1/16 inch fasteners
• Fits standard 1/2 inch drive ratchets and related hand tools
• Chrome vanadium steel body with knurled beauty rings for grip

What’s in the Box

• (1) DeWalt DWMT86456OSP 1-1/16 inch SAE 6-point 1/2 inch drive socket

Key Specifications

Drive Size	1/2 in
Socket Size	1-1/16 in
Point Configuration	6-Point
Measurement System	SAE
Material	Chrome Vanadium Steel
Piece Count	1

Built For

Automotive Equipment Maintenance General Shop Work Trailer Service Farm and Fleet DIY / Hobbyist

Pro Tip

If you are breaking loose older SAE hardware, use this six-point socket with a 1/2 inch breaker bar first, then switch to your ratchet once the fastener moves. That gives you better grip on the flats and less chance of chewing up the corners.

Tool Nut’s Take

Tool Nut’s Take

DeWalt DWMT86456OSP Mechanics 6 Point 1/2 Drive Socket 1-1/16 Keeps It Simple

If you need this exact size, this is the kind of single socket buy that makes sense: correct fit, durable steel, and no extra fluff.

• Who it’s for: Mechanics, service techs, and serious DIY users who need a 1-1/16 inch SAE socket for a 1/2 inch drive setup.
• Why it stands out: Six-point contact, chrome vanadium construction, and knurled rings make it a practical working socket instead of just a shiny spare.
• Worth knowing: This is a single socket, not a set, so it is best for filling a missing size or solving a very specific fastening job.

Common Questions

• What drive size does this socket use? It is made for a 1/2 inch drive tool.
• Is this an SAE or metric socket? This is an SAE socket.
• How many points does the socket have? It uses a 6-point opening.
• What material is it made from? The socket is made from chrome vanadium steel.