I know it's best to use a 6 point socket or wrench on hex nuts or hex bolts. They give you the best fit so as to avoid slippage and rounding out of the bolt head or nut.
So, why even make 12 point sockets and wrenches? Are there nuts and bolts with 12 sides? Not that I know of.
So, why even make 12 point sockets and wrenches? Are there nuts and bolts with 12 sides? Not that I know of.