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Old 04-16-13 | 07:21 PM
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Please be aware that hex driver bits (if that is what you are looking for) are subject to wear and need to be replaced as this occurs so that they do not round out the bolts' socket heads. You can get a little more wear out of them by grinding the ends flat so that new, sharp driving corners are exposed.

6- or 12-point socket drivers (for hex head bolts) are less prone to wear; I have a Craftsman set which is over 40 years old with heavy use which is still in good shape.
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