A ratchet becomes "bloccato" when the direction switch gets stuck, the socket won't release, or the ratcheting mechanism jams mid-operation. This is usually caused by excessive torque, debris (dirt/rust), lack of lubrication, or an internal component failure (broken pawl or spring). Pros:
Working in dirty environments (metal filings, dust). Lack of Maintenance: Dry internal gears. Solutions (How to fix it): Cricchetto bloccato
It’s immediately obvious when it fails. A ratchet becomes "bloccato" when the direction switch