Facom 3/8" Drive 12pt Flex Head Socket (Gen 1)- 7/16" ..... 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. Older production - Made in France.
The Facom J.7/16F is a professional-grade 3/8" square drive, 12-point fractional (Imperial/SAE) swivel (hinged/universal joint) hand socket sized at 7/16". The "F" suffix in Facom's classic catalog numbering system designates a Flex / Swivel configuration, meaning the socket body is seamlessly integrated into a fluid, built-in universal pivoting joint.
- Ultra-Compact Profile: This single-piece hinged tool is roughly 30% shorter than a conventional setup consisting of a standard standalone socket attached to a separate universal joint adapter. It features an overall length of 55 mm (with certain ultra-low profile configurations measuring as short as 27 mm depending on the production generation).
- 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: Built with Facom's proprietary convex wall architecture. By shifting rotational forces to the flat sides of the 7/16" nut rather than its sharp corners, it maximizes torque delivery while entirely eliminating the risk of fastener head rounding.
