Facom 3/8" Drive 12pt Swivel Socket (3/4")- these are 30% shorter than conventional swivel sockets for access and mobility in tight spaces. Facom markets these to the Aerospace industry but they're useful in other commercial and automotive applications. This is 1st Generation production (Made in France). The Gen 2 production in this size has been discontinued by Facom.
The Facom J.3/4F is a professional-grade 3/8" square drive, 12-point fractional (Imperial/SAE) swivel (hinged/universal joint) hand socket sized at 3/4". The "F" suffix in Facom's classic catalog numbering system designates a Flex / Swivel configuration, pairing a high-performance socket body directly with a fluid, built-in universal pivoting joint.
- Ultra-Compact Profile: Engineered to be roughly 30% shorter than a conventional setup consisting of a standard standalone socket attached to an independent universal joint adapter. It features a compact overall length of just 33 mm, offering maximum mobility and clearing tight engine bays or specialized aerospace frameworks.
- Drive Specification: 3/8 inch square drive (Facom's "Junior" or "J" range)
- Fastener Profile: 12-Point (bi-hexagon) internal configuration, making it significantly easier to snap onto hex fasteners at restrictive or awkward swing arcs.
- OGV® Geometry: Features Facom's proprietary convex wall architecture. By applying rotational force to the flat sides of the 3/4" nut rather than its sharp corners, it maximizes torque delivery while entirely eliminating the risk of fastener head rounding.
- Manufacturing Origin: Forged and polished in France during Facom's classic premium hand tool era.
Catalog Evolution & Procurement Options - Please note that the classic integrated, single-piece J.F fractional flex range has been officially discontinued by Facom. In active tool storage logistics, current order fulfillment for this specific profile is typically supplied as a precision multi-piece pairing of a standard 12-point socket and an independent universal joint. Unused vintage New Old Stock (NOS) can still be found in limited quantities from specialized curators like Ultimate Garage.
