The box is emblazoned with a sticker that reads “Genuine 24k Gold Plated” and I’m inclined to believe it’s real gold, only in a very thin layer. The handle of the tool is also stamped with “24K GOLD PLATED,” meaning that it is, in fact, pure gold plating.
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Before you rush to Harbor Freight to start melting down ratchets to turn a profit, remember that edible gold leaf, also often made of 24k pure gold, is available on Amazon for just a few dollars. There’s probably more gold by weight in the smartphone, tablet, or computer you are reading this on than this Harbor Freight ratchet.
