--- product_id: 9369095 title: "VIM ToolsHBR5 Ratchet" brand: "vim tools" price: "£24.74" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Vim Tools" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9369095-vim-toolshbr5-ratchet store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Compact 7.75-inch low profile design 72-tooth super smooth ratchet Reversible selector switch both ends VIM ToolsHBR5 Ratchet **Brand:** vim tools **Price:** £24.74 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛠️ Unlock every tight spot with the VIM ToolsHBR5 – the ratchet that works as hard as you do! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** VIM ToolsHBR5 Ratchet by vim tools - **How much does it cost?** £24.74 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9369095-vim-toolshbr5-ratchet) ## Best For - vim tools enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted vim tools brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Built to Last:** Crafted from durable alloy steel with a polished finish and backed by a lifetime warranty. - • **Pro-Grade Precision:** 72T ratchet mechanism delivers ultra-smooth, reliable turns for tight spaces. - • **Compact & Low Profile:** Slim 7.75-inch length with offset design for ultimate clearance in cramped spots. - • **Dual-End Reversibility:** Selector switch on both ends means no need for extra tools or wrenches. - • **Trusted by Pros & DIYers:** Favored by mechanics and adventurers alike for versatility and rugged reliability. ## Overview The VIM ToolsHBR5 Ratchet is a compact, 7.75-inch alloy steel tool featuring a 72-tooth ratchet for smooth operation and a reversible selector switch on both ends. Designed for professionals and DIY enthusiasts, it offers exceptional access in tight spaces with a low-profile offset design. Manufactured by VIM Tools, it combines durability, versatility, and a lifetime warranty, making it a trusted choice for mechanics and outdoor adventurers alike. ## Description DagoshDagoshDagoshDagosh Review: Love is not too strong a word! - I LOVE this thing! See pics below to demonstrate its versatility. Don't get too caught up in the practicality of the connections in the photos. I was just having a little fun. But the bottom line is, you can pick up an impact or driver bit set and the options with this are nearly limitless. It is a tool Pro mechanics recommend and carry in their boxes because of its ability to access tight spaces and turn any 1/4 or 5/16 hex bit, standard or impact, into a stubby. Just get one already, pros and DIYers. And as other reviewers have mentioned, this is the old Husky that was discontinued by Home Depot. It was and still is made by VIM, a fantastic American manufacturer who makes products for most of the tool truck brands. Some products, like this and the steel bits, are made in Taiwan b/c they do a fantastic job on those tools. Many VIM products are made at their US factory. VIM also has customer service as good as any and better than most. You'll feel like a Snap-On customer (sometimes better!) in dealing with them. I do have an alternative, an adapter set that turns my ratcheting wrench into a driver like this (the 5/16 end on this tool has a removable 1/4 square Drive. As I've shown in the photos, you can put any impact square Drive adapter with a 1/4 hex connection in this as well). The difference is, this is reversible with a selector switch on both ends. You don't need a reversible ratcheting wrench. And it has an offset. And it's an ideal length for clearance issues. And it's $15. And it's 72T super smooth ratcheting. And it's extremely low profile! And it's VIM! It's just super cool! Review: Great tool, tougher than expected. Nice quality - great tools. I carry one on the dirtbike bike tool kit, snowboarding, in my tool box etc. really handy for hard to reach spots. Stronger than expected. I have two of similar make that are 10-15 years old and holding up. Really helps when trying to check a carburator on the trail and you need to pull the main or pilot jets. ## Features - Package Dimensions: 18.084 H x 2.032 L x 6.019 W (centimetres) - Country of Origin : China - Package Weight: 0.068 kilograms - Part Number: HBR5 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B003TSMQWU | | Best Sellers Rank | #47,183 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #138 in Socket Wrenches | | Brand Name | VIM Tools | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (1,071) | | End Style | Socket End | | Finish Types | Polished | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00092308828509 | | Head Style | Fixed Square | | Included Components | 1 | | Is Non Sparking | No | | Is Racheting | Yes | | Item Length | 7.75 Inches | | Item Type Name | 1 | | Item Weight | 0.05 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | VIM Tools | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime warranty does not cover abuse | | Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Measurement Standard | SAE (Inch) | | Model Number | HBR5 | | Operation Mode | Mechanical | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Point Count | 6 | | UPC | 787461529805 072090764230 092308828509 080850337853 522536759974 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Wrench Length Style | Standard | ## Product Details - **Brand:** VIM Tools - **Item Length:** 7.75 Inches - **Item Package Quantity:** 1 - **Item Weight:** 0.05 Kilograms - **Material:** Alloy Steel ## Images ![VIM ToolsHBR5 Ratchet - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51p3gys7qiL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love is not too strong a word! *by A***4 on April 3, 2017* I LOVE this thing! See pics below to demonstrate its versatility. Don't get too caught up in the practicality of the connections in the photos. I was just having a little fun. But the bottom line is, you can pick up an impact or driver bit set and the options with this are nearly limitless. It is a tool Pro mechanics recommend and carry in their boxes because of its ability to access tight spaces and turn any 1/4 or 5/16 hex bit, standard or impact, into a stubby. Just get one already, pros and DIYers. And as other reviewers have mentioned, this is the old Husky that was discontinued by Home Depot. It was and still is made by VIM, a fantastic American manufacturer who makes products for most of the tool truck brands. Some products, like this and the steel bits, are made in Taiwan b/c they do a fantastic job on those tools. Many VIM products are made at their US factory. VIM also has customer service as good as any and better than most. You'll feel like a Snap-On customer (sometimes better!) in dealing with them. I do have an alternative, an adapter set that turns my ratcheting wrench into a driver like this (the 5/16 end on this tool has a removable 1/4 square Drive. As I've shown in the photos, you can put any impact square Drive adapter with a 1/4 hex connection in this as well). The difference is, this is reversible with a selector switch on both ends. You don't need a reversible ratcheting wrench. And it has an offset. And it's an ideal length for clearance issues. And it's $15. And it's 72T super smooth ratcheting. And it's extremely low profile! And it's VIM! It's just super cool! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great tool, tougher than expected. Nice quality *by E***W on January 26, 2025* great tools. I carry one on the dirtbike bike tool kit, snowboarding, in my tool box etc. really handy for hard to reach spots. Stronger than expected. I have two of similar make that are 10-15 years old and holding up. Really helps when trying to check a carburator on the trail and you need to pull the main or pilot jets. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ By far the most effective mini combination ratcheting driver I've seen! *by S***S on July 8, 2015* This is a great little tool, especially for an aircraft mechanic who are no strangers to those hard to reach adels or bonding strap screws. The tool is very similar to the GearWrench 85035 ratchet in appearance but that's about it. Vim's HBR5 ratchet as a much smaller and slimmer profile-I mean ridiculously smaller, which is a must for it to be truly effective in hard to reach places. Nice and shiny chrome down the beam, about as ergonomic as this tool can be. The ratchet has fine gearing, not as refined as Snap On or Koken mechanisms, but hey, for this price and with the consideration given to the fact that it's a convenience tool that wont be used for hours out of your day-it's damned good enough! All in all, VIM knocked this one out of the park, this is a must have for everyones tool box. ## Frequently Bought Together - VIM ToolsHBR5 Ratchet - VIM HBR8 1/4" & 5/16" Hex Micro Bit Ratchet with 1/4" Square Drive Reversible - VIM Tools HBR3 Double Ended 1/4" Hex Bit Ratchet --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9369095-vim-toolshbr5-ratchet](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/9369095-vim-toolshbr5-ratchet) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-02*