NEIKO 00916A Pro-Grade Large-Diameter Titanium SAE Tap and Die Set, High-Quality Thread-Repair Kit, 45-Piece Set

This is my first time in my life using a tap and die set and I decided to pick this set. It was easier than I thought to use a tap and die set. So far, I used the thread chasers to make some threads on a 2"x4" wood, 5052 aluminum, DOM tubing, ERW tubing, and a steel chassis. Keep in mind that I am using this Neiko tap and die set as a hobbyist and I use the set with hand tools, no drill or anything.I can't say much on how long it will last if you need this for your job but overall, I think it's a great set on the budget if you're doing some projects at home and you plan on using the tools by hand.

Perfect for the home DIYer who wants a decent set of taps and dies to make minor repairs. If you have stripped threads you can usually salvage them with these. Well worth the money.

This is a good set of tap and dies upon inspection. I would rate them above average, but not amazing.The first thing I did with this set and what everybody should do, is inspect every tap and die to make sure there are no defects and that all sizes are present. All sizes were present, and I did not notice any defects visible to the eye.They are advertised as having a brazed titanium coating, I am not an expert and cannot verify this claim. I have another Neiko set of Metric taps and dies and they all have a yellowish tint to them on much of the tool, these meanwhile are all grey/silver. I am no metallurgy expert so can't judge the product based on this alone. There is at least one inconsistency. The sizes on most taps are engraved, while others are etched? It seems unrelated to the size of the tap so not sure what's going on. Maybe they're newer or older taps that have been mixed in. Speaking of the engraving, on some of the dies it's a bit messy. Still forgivable at this price point and considering the overall quality of the tools.The case is not great. The taps are subject to a lot of movement and may roll over each other in shipping which is not ideal. At this price point it's forgivable, but I would not use this as a mobile set and leave it in the garage. The dies seem to remain in place just fine.This is my second set of Neiko taps and dies. I own a larger set specifically in Metric size, and it is definitely of higher quality than this. The price did reflect that however. This set is more of a general use set for smaller fasteners that is perfect for home mechanics or perhaps a pro who wants to supplement a more expensive set.One thing worth noting, Neiko's warranty is far from impressive. It's 30 days for almost all of their tools. That said, tap and dies are consumables and generally are repurchased periodically anyway. I don't see any reason this should steer you away from the product. Neiko is known for making quality tools, even if the warranty is far from competitive. Just make sure you inspect the tools upon arrival!Overall, these are above average. I've certainly seen worse taps and dies at budget stores, and think I will get good usage out of these. I will update my review if they don't hold up. Use cutting oil for best results.

I wrote a similar review on the Neiko calipers very recently about reasonable expectations when you are buying a very inexpensive item but here we go...Is this the best set of taps money can buy? No.Is this one of the best value in taps money can buy? Yes.Bottom line is if you are are working on parts for the International Space Station I would recommend a much higher quality set that costs more than 5 times the amount this set costs. If you are looking for a very good price on a decent quality set of taps and dies then this is the best set I have come across. Even with this shortcoming of this set I still gave it an honest and fair 5 stars because I think it is a great value for the price I have paid.The taps and dies do not stay as sharp, and the case is not as nice as a set that costs a lot more money and has a name brand attached to it but for 99% of people that are looking at this who will use something out of this set maybe 3 times a year let me tell you that this is all you need.I am not sure why there are some people out there that look for the cheapest and most complete item they can find and then they hold it to unrealistic standards. A good example is I know if I go to Harbor Freight I will walk out with some really cheaply priced stuff, I also know that if I go to Harbor Freight I will walk out with some really cheaply made stuff. ;)

The product was inexpensive but I thought I would give it a try based on the reviews. There was only one job a tap was needed for so if the kit worked on that job I would be happy. The tap in question did work fine on the required job. Then since the kit was setting there I began to use it one every old rusty hole in the car I am working on. I felt a real sense of accomplishment reaming out all those old rusty holes that I would have just forced a bolt into with a 1/2 inch ratchet before.I was really impressed to discover there was a vertical style tool for the taps because at first all I saw was the horizontal style. That tool does not work in tight spaces so a crescent wrench was being used on those taps until I spotted the little baby vertical tool.I would recommend this kit without reservation for the price.