If you want good beating tools for small money like spanners, ratchet spanners and ratchet extensions then Tool Mate work pretty well and offer a wide selection. If your looking for robust tools that have moving parts like 1/4" 3/8" and 1/2" ratchets then spend decent money as they will last you a life time. The high end brands offer life time warranty etc.Originally Posted by Venom
Draper Professional do reasonable products, Ferax (under Teng tools) offer excellent value for money and I can vouch for the Ferax 1/4" and 1/2" ratchet and socket sets as mine have taken awful abuse. Even using a hammer on the 1/2" ratchet many times it has never failed. Its not advisable however to use this method but sometimes needs must. A good breaker bar is invaluable.
Ferax are available through good Motor Factors.
Hope this helps,