Modifying A 6 Point 1" Socket For Tail Stock Die Holder

It is time for me to make a tail stock tap and die holder. I have 1" hex dies and would like to use a 1" socket to hold them.

Something like this:



In this example the person used the bottom of the socket. I am inclined to use the top portion of the socket.

I would like some advice from people who have good and bad experience machining sockets.

1. Are some sockets easier to machine than others?
2. I am hoping to chuck up the socket...

Modifying A 6 Point 1" Socket For Tail Stock Die Holder