Show off your Screwdrivers!!!! [Archive] - The Garage Journal Board

mkdive

03-25-2009, 12:19 PM

Ok, so I like to look at these kinds of threads... and I'm sure I am not the only one. The recent wrench thread was great and of course there is the "Ratchet Porn" thread. Now its time to show off your screwdrivers, hex drivers, Torx drivers etc. I would be very interested in seeing what some of you guys have!

oh yeah....:needpics:

So post em up!

-Mike :beer:

mkdive

03-25-2009, 12:34 PM

Most of what I have is Cman for now, I like the older pro line opposed to the new red & black handle. Also I have some older cheapo & HF drivers that I can bash up or lend out and not worry about them. Here is what I have.....

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=28706&stc=1&d=1238036397

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=28707&stc=1&d=1238036397

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=28708&stc=1&d=1238036397

Here are my drivers that I can lend out or abuse because they are just cheapo's.
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=28709&stc=1&d=1238036397

One of the few screwdrivers I have from my Gpa. :thumbup:

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=28710&stc=1&d=1238036397

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=28711&stc=1&d=1238036397

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_WSP85dvpytQ/Scpu_ombPyI/AAAAAAAAB1w/zhyUcZi5HZ8/s1024/IMG_2263a.jpg

Uncle Buck

03-25-2009, 12:42 PM

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=25389

mkdive

03-25-2009, 01:17 PM

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=25389

I have looked at that thread before....(most colored screwdrivers). Great thread!

I personally wouldn't have posted what I have in that thread because I don't think I have a very colorful set?! :headscrat

Was thinking this could be a thread for members like me who maybe wouldn't have posted in that thread for the same reason. This is a thread for all drivers, doesn't have to be most varied color. This is for (old, new, beater, collector, truck brands, still packaged, misused...whatever. :thumbup:

Diesel-Mech

03-25-2009, 01:20 PM

Here's my screwdriver and small prybar drawer, the torx etc drawer I don't have a pic of.
http://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h103/Ozman2/016.jpg

Scooterfish

03-25-2009, 01:28 PM

Well I`ll be Mkdive the New Britain screw drivers match my (JC Penney)penncraft to a T.
I already knew about the ratchets & sockets. Thanks :beer:

wrenchr

03-25-2009, 07:16 PM

I will get mine here shortly!!!

stevejh82

03-25-2009, 07:17 PM

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Snap%20on%20Tools/Picture094.jpg

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Snap%20on%20Tools/Picture095.jpg

onesickastre

03-25-2009, 07:24 PM

Holy Crap.......^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Vulturej

03-25-2009, 07:26 PM

My Screwdrivers.
:bounce:

wrenchr

03-25-2009, 07:57 PM

http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk173/wrenchr/CAMERAPICSFEB111.jpg
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk173/wrenchr/CAMERAPICSFEB112.jpg
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk173/wrenchr/CAMERAPICSFEB113.jpg

eric87

03-25-2009, 08:29 PM

i like klein screwdrivers:bounce:

fatfillup

03-25-2009, 09:12 PM

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Snap%20on%20Tools/Picture094.jpg

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Snap%20on%20Tools/Picture095.jpg

Now that's just ridiculous, you must spend all your time screwing.:lol_hitti

stevejh82

03-25-2009, 09:22 PM

Now would be a good time to point out that I'm married...

senlow

03-25-2009, 09:28 PM

Wrenchr, I don't recognize the green and black handled prybars that are hanging on the pegboard. Who makes them?

ProGun3400

03-25-2009, 09:31 PM

I used to get upset when I lost a SO or Mac screwdriver. Not anymore.
http://img212.imageshack.us/img212/50/mvc0032f.jpg (http://img212.imageshack.us/my.php?image=mvc0032f.jpg)

Merkava_4

03-25-2009, 09:32 PM

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n284/MACDRIVE/TOOLS/DSCN3357.jpg

stevejh82

03-25-2009, 09:44 PM

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Random/Picture106.jpg

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Random/Picture107.jpg

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Random/Picture108.jpg

wrenchr

03-25-2009, 09:49 PM

Wrenchr, I don't recognize the green and black handled prybars that are hanging on the pegboard. Who makes them?

Mac Tools...............

bchee

03-25-2009, 09:51 PM

I can't help but think that everytime you open that drawer, it smells like a dirty gym sock:lol_hitti

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Snap%20on%20Tools/Picture107.jpg

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Snap%20on%20Tools/Picture108.jpg

stevejh82

03-25-2009, 09:55 PM

I'm confused :headscrat

-You're built to low to the ground son, the big ones go right over your head-

-Foghorn Leghorn

Uncle Buck

03-25-2009, 10:03 PM

I can't help but think that everytime you open that drawer, it smells like a dirty gym sock:lol_hitti

Na, you really do not get that smell from them unless you put them under your nose, I used to have nothing but standard Craftsmans too. :thumbup:

stevejh82

03-25-2009, 10:07 PM

Now for a pic of me smelling screwdrivers...ha

walrus

03-26-2009, 05:52 AM

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n284/MACDRIVE/TOOLS/DSCN3357.jpg

That one must be in the back of the drawer? as in never used?

skeletonizer

03-26-2009, 07:39 PM

Here is my modest collection. What is left of my Snap-Ons, a PROTO stubby, an old Craftsman, some dinky Craftsman Pros, a couple US made Husky's, and an old anonymous wooden handle stubby. The nut drivers are Husky and I assume taiwanese, they don't say on the handles.

http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb217/skeletonized/DSC02665.jpg

I know a lot of people aren't fans of these ratcheting types but I use the he// out this old Matco. Oringinally I had a longer one with the old maroon handle but I dropped it on concrete in the winter and the handle shattered. This was the closest thing to it on the truck when I warranteed it.
http://i210.photobucket.com/albums/bb217/skeletonized/DSC02667.jpg

dps

03-26-2009, 07:53 PM

The first batch of matching drivers were easy, all the other odds and ends stuff is still waiting for some kind of organizational inspiration.

http://i306.photobucket.com/albums/nn253/davidaugust111/screwdriverdrawer.jpg

stevejh82

03-26-2009, 08:10 PM

That is borderline artistic, is that fabric underneath them?

Uncle Buck

03-26-2009, 08:33 PM

That is borderline artistic, is that fabric underneath them?

I suppose that is one way of looking at that.

dps

03-26-2009, 09:02 PM

That is borderline artistic, is that fabric underneath them?

I tried for borderline artistic; it's a collection. It, and some other drawers are lined with blue felt.

I suppose that is one way of looking at that.

Well of course it's a way of looking at it. Why not?

bmwpower

03-26-2009, 09:11 PM

Lame

28778

Uncle Buck

03-26-2009, 09:12 PM

I tried for borderline artistic; it's a collection. It, and some other drawers are lined with blue felt.

Well of course it's a way of looking at it. Why not?

I should not have posted that I apologize.

DynoDale

03-26-2009, 10:12 PM

Electronics
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Electronics.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Electronicterminal.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/pickstorx.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/work1.jpg

DynoDale

03-26-2009, 10:16 PM

Craftsman
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Craftsman-machinist.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Craftsmanstraight.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Craftsmanphillips.jpg
MAC
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/MACstartersbits.jpg

DynoDale

03-26-2009, 10:24 PM

Snap-on
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Snap-on%20tools/P1000021.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Snap-on%20tools/P1000023.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Snap-onmini.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Snap-onawls.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/PozidrivDzusminiratcheting.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Torx.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/workSnap-on.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Snap-onblue.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Prybarsscrapers.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Nutdrivers.jpg
To be sold
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Snap-ontosell.jpg

DynoDale

03-26-2009, 10:28 PM

Misc.
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Stanleyetc.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/House.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Protooffet.jpg
To be cleaned & sorted
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Straight.jpg
http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/Phillipsmisc.jpg

posaune

03-26-2009, 10:31 PM

:eyecrazy: DynoDale, I think you have more screwdrivers than I have tools! Wow.

Vulturej

03-26-2009, 10:36 PM

DynoDale - All your srewdrivers or all the people in your shop?

DynoDale

03-26-2009, 10:51 PM

DynoDale - All your srewdrivers or all the people in your shop?
I don't have a shop. Most of them are at home, 4 of the pictures are of mine at work: Craftsman on top of Kennedy box, Craftsman electronic, Wiha small torx, Snap-on red soft grip.

The unsorted ones and a few of the old ones were my dad's.

GDA

03-26-2009, 11:00 PM

DynoDale wins again with every color and combo covered!

j/k - nice tools.

Vulturej

03-26-2009, 11:12 PM

I don't have a shop. Most of them are at home, 4 of the pictures are of mine at work: Craftsman on top of Kennedy box, Craftsman electronic, Wiha small torx, Snap-on red soft grip.

The unsorted ones and a few of the old ones were my dad's.

Well at least I'm not the only one that has unopened packs of screwdrivers in my toolbox. :bounce: Nice collection.:thumbup:

Merkava_4

03-27-2009, 02:42 AM

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n284/MACDRIVE/TOOLS/DSCN1507.jpg

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n284/MACDRIVE/TOOLS/DSCN1896.jpg

http://i115.photobucket.com/albums/n284/MACDRIVE/TOOLS/DSCN1789.jpg

dps

03-27-2009, 07:12 AM

There's some really great looking stuff here!

dxdexter

03-27-2009, 09:49 AM

Here's most of mine. I have maybe a dozen more spread between my truck and the rest of the house.

http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z102/dxdexter/Tools/Screwdrivers007.jpg
http://i191.photobucket.com/albums/z102/dxdexter/screwdrivers1.jpg

Frank Elson

03-27-2009, 11:58 AM

http://i409.photobucket.com/albums/pp171/FrankElson/DSCF0245.jpg

My screwdrivers are in the other thread.
These are my nut drivers... on the right, painted, wooden handled CKs in imperial sizes.
On the left, no-name metric I shouldn't have bought. They're cheap rubbish. I'm replacing them with something of quality, but one at a time as I find them in car boot sales. I have four or five now, but they weren't around (apart from the plain wood in the middle) when I took this pic.

mkdive

03-27-2009, 12:12 PM

Merk, you actually have some Cman?! I'm surprised you didn't PS those out. J/K

I do have a question, I have noticed in a couple of pictures from members a driver bit storage where did you guys get those? I made one out of some wood & painted it...but the one pictures would work a lot better.

Thanks:thumbup:

Crawlin

03-27-2009, 12:22 PM

I do have a question, I have noticed in a couple of pictures from members a driver bit storage where did you guys get those?

Thanks:thumbup:

http://www.sjdiscounttools.com/tool-storage-magnetic-holders-1-4--hex-bit.html

Merkava_4

03-27-2009, 04:26 PM

I do have a question, I have noticed in a couple of pictures from members a driver bit storage where did you guys get those?

http://mechanicstimesavers.com/shop/product.asp?catID=1

Scroll down to model 580. :thumbup:

dps

03-27-2009, 05:40 PM

Merk, you actually have some Cman?! I'm surprised you didn't PS those out. J/K

I'll bet he uses them same as I do; to send 'em in as cannon fodder on dirty or corrosive work.

nissan_crawler

03-27-2009, 05:56 PM

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f56/chevyman_57/toolbox/DSC00875.jpg

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f56/chevyman_57/toolbox/DSC00876.jpg

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f56/chevyman_57/toolbox/DSC00846.jpg

mkdive

03-27-2009, 06:01 PM

:drool: That's a lot of green & black goodness right there!

bmwpower

03-27-2009, 06:02 PM

Nissan, what are those foam holders?

nissan_crawler

03-27-2009, 06:05 PM

Nissan, what are those foam holders?

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_00965397000P?keyword=foam+divider#de sc

You get 4 pieces about 2' long. I love it, all my wrenches go in them, too.

speed bump

03-27-2009, 06:40 PM

http://cryo-laboratory.com/uploader/files/26/Tool%20box%20pictures%20and%20stuff/Screwdriver%20Drawer%20small.jpg

Here is what I keep in my main tool box although I may be trying out some Wittes in the future.

BrokeEF

03-27-2009, 07:33 PM

I think I got you all beat

BEHOLD, my screwdriver drawer!!!!!
http://sean.sidewayz.net/toolbox/3-21-09/smaller/3.jpg

Sean

walrus

03-27-2009, 08:10 PM

You sure that isn't a unibit drawer?

dps

03-27-2009, 08:59 PM

...well, everyone's gotta start somewhere. I'd recommend the purchase of a slotted driver next time around; you're getting a little heavy on the Phillips stuff.

nissan_crawler

03-27-2009, 09:14 PM

...well, everyone's gotta start somewhere.

Damn skippy. Personally, I think for starting out, the $30 or whatever it is 24ish piece craftsman screwdriver set is a good deal. They aren't high end, but I used them for 5 years as a mechanic, so they do work.

Uncle Buck

03-27-2009, 09:49 PM

Damn skippy. Personally, I think for starting out, the $30 or whatever it is 24ish piece craftsman screwdriver set is a good deal. They aren't high end, but I used them for 5 years as a mechanic, so they do work.

Amen to that, the ol red, blue, clear and stinkies did all my work for many years before I finally got a few Snappys and others. I second that!

lauver

03-27-2009, 10:06 PM

skeletonizer

03-27-2009, 11:52 PM

Skeletonizer,

The red wood handled stubby looks like the drivers that came in Porche 356 tool kits.

Does it say made in Germany?

If so, could be Hazet, and worth a boat-load of $$$ to a vintage Porsche owner.

No markings at all. The weld at the tang is nasty so I am guessing 'ole Ferdinand would not have put it in one of his cars.

I seem to remember either my Dad or Grandfather having several of these in different sizes. Both of their collections were Craftsman and SK heavy with a little PROTO and Snap On. They both worked for Chrysler. Probly my Grandad as my Dad had a boatload of the red and blue Craftys.

Steve V.

03-28-2009, 12:23 AM

Got wood? How about some vintage MACs. I think I got these in the '70's as a gift from my dad. I have other brands (about two drawers full) but these are my favorites. You can really grip them. There are more of them spread out in the shop in various places. These were used and abused in my youth. I take much better care of my tools now.

Steve

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o265/SteveV6621/Tools/MACwoodhandlescrewdrivers.jpg

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o265/SteveV6621/Tools/MAChandle.jpg

mkdive

03-28-2009, 12:35 AM

Broke I'm impressed, you even took time to use a tripod for that shot!

BrokeEF

03-28-2009, 06:20 PM

What can I say, I hate blurry pics :) I'm waiting to get the 20 piece craftsman pro drivers. Ill probably get them next week or so. I remember having screwdrivers, not manny but some, but not being able to secure my box they slowly dissapeard.

Sean

kwhitelaw

04-10-2009, 05:27 PM

mostly screwdrivers, but a couple different things in there also..

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00716.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00718.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00719.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00721.jpg

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00717.jpg

thats about it.. under the red snap on case are the mini electronic screwdrivers. the gray snap on case is the power bit screwdriver set..

bchee

04-10-2009, 05:46 PM

One of the coolest things I've seen on here - a CLEAR handle

kwhitelaw

04-10-2009, 05:52 PM

One of the coolest things I've seen on here - a CLEAR handle

eh, dont get too excited..its from a test light so it has a 3/8" hole running down it iirc..

not really sure what, if anything, I can use it for.. (dont use testlights).

might just make another grommet poker with it.

voidifused

04-10-2009, 06:09 PM

One of the coolest things I've seen on here - a CLEAR handle

From another post,

http://i177.photobucket.com/albums/w209/blacknwhitepit/000_1204.jpg

kwhitelaw

04-10-2009, 06:18 PM

^^^^^^^^^^^^

that, I really want.

Rickster

04-10-2009, 06:54 PM

Here's mine.

http://i474.photobucket.com/albums/rr103/rickstermax/Ricksters%20ToolBox/IMG_1294.jpg?t=1260124559
http://i474.photobucket.com/albums/rr103/rickstermax/Ricksters%20ToolBox/IMG_1295.jpg?t=1260124414
http://i474.photobucket.com/albums/rr103/rickstermax/Ricksters%20ToolBox/IMG_1286.jpg?t=1260124467

old salvage

04-10-2009, 09:53 PM

sasquach

04-10-2009, 10:02 PM

http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g6/kwhitelaw01/DSC00717.jpg

..

I have that same pink screwdriver......... LOL. I thought I was the only one to ever by it.

voidifused

04-10-2009, 10:14 PM

I want one of the pink ratcheting screw drivers that snap on made...but they sell for so MUCH $$$$.

kwhitelaw

04-10-2009, 10:31 PM

I want one of the pink ratcheting screw drivers that snap on made...but they sell for so MUCH $$$$.

yah, I paid $100 for that one, brand new.. had to have it just because.

sasquach

04-10-2009, 10:54 PM

WOW i bought the whole kit with bits and all for less than that.but then again that was about 20 years ago

BrokeEF

04-11-2009, 12:06 AM

dps

04-11-2009, 06:42 AM

VERY nice looking, Sean, but I notice they're low down in a deep drawer that wastes space. I think you need to buy another box to get them up higher in a shallow drawer :)

BrokeEF

04-11-2009, 09:48 AM

VERY nice looking, Sean, but I notice they're low down in a deep drawer that wastes space. I think you need to buy another box to get them up higher in a shallow drawer :)

That is high on the list of things to get. I was not happy about putting them down there, but it was kind of the only place I could.

Sean

Uncle Buck

04-11-2009, 10:09 AM

My screwdriver collection is rather lame so here are a few that I thought might be interesting.... EDIT oops,the last VACO is actually size 0 phillips.
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f105/christianrifle/screwdriverparty2.jpg
http://i46.photobucket.com/albums/f105/christianrifle/screwdriverparty1.jpg

There are a few really cool old screwdrivers in there! I suspect that old Truth is quite old, and the Millers Falls is likely not far behind! :thumbup:

Monte

04-11-2009, 05:01 PM

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00035-2.jpg

old salvage

04-11-2009, 06:23 PM

There are a few really cool old screwdrivers in there! I suspect that old Truth is quite old, and the Millers Falls is likely not far behind! :thumbup:

Thanks . I think you're right.
Truth is still in business but makes hardware. There isn't much about the tools they made on their website.

Moose-LandTran

04-11-2009, 06:37 PM

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00035-2.jpg

Monte, what brand is that screwdriver second from the left, between the Hazet and the Holex?

Monte

04-11-2009, 07:04 PM

It`s from Bahco. It looks like this but it says "Bahco" instead of Belzer. One of the last residues of the original Belzer lineup in the Bahco programme of nowadays

http://extranet.bahco.com/catalogue/images/loadImage.aspx?filename=sbe_8052_wo_c&filesuffix=big

Moose-LandTran

04-11-2009, 07:08 PM

Thank You. :)

Been looking for a set of amber plastic handled screwdrivers.

Paladin

04-11-2009, 07:29 PM

OK, I up graded a lil bit...

http://sean.sidewayz.net/toolbox/Screwdrivers/smaller/1.jpg

http://sean.sidewayz.net/toolbox/4-4-09/smaller/10.jpg

I'm VERY happy with them so far, and it was a small upgrade from my previous collection.

Sean

Sean- Those are Wiha 3K's, right? So you like them huh? I've seen them online but I've never seen one in person. I think I'm going to order one and check it out. Are they German made like the rest of the Wiha line? I only ask because the price on those 3K's is so good it makes me suspicious! They sure look nice!:thumbup:

stevejh82

04-11-2009, 07:56 PM

Came across this old screwdriver and couldn't help but sharing, it says Apco Mossberg on the handle, Attleboro MA. Anyone use something like this? It only reads to 25 inch pounds on the scale.

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Random/Picture127.jpg

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Random/Picture129.jpg

http://i684.photobucket.com/albums/vv205/stevejh82/Random/Picture130.jpg

bry@n

04-11-2009, 08:04 PM

I have that same pink screwdriver......... LOL. I thought I was the only one to ever by it.

I got that same pink Snap on screw driver. It was a well used screw driver and I had to warranty it recently. I got a orange handled one instead of the pink. It was cool because I always knew it belonged to me.

FNFS2000

04-11-2009, 08:52 PM

Sean- Those are Wiha 3K's, right? So you like them huh? I've seen them online but I've never seen one in person. I think I'm going to order one and check it out. Are they German made like the rest of the Wiha line? I only ask because the price on those 3K's is so good it makes me suspicious! They sure look nice!:thumbup:

They are not labeled with any statement of origin, says "proturn"(which is their DIY grade junk) on the handle. I would bet $100 they are from Taiwan. They definitely look cheap compared to German drivers.

Diesel-Mech

04-11-2009, 09:08 PM

old salvage

04-11-2009, 09:10 PM

Whhooooo weeeeee !
Stevejh82, thats a rare bird. :beer::thumbup::drool:

BrokeEF

04-12-2009, 01:05 AM

They are not labeled with any statement of origin, says "proturn"(which is their DIY grade junk) on the handle. I would bet $100 they are from Taiwan. They definitely look cheap compared to German drivers.

Ill take that bet.

http://sean.sidewayz.net/toolbox/Screwdrivers/smaller/8.jpg

Sure looks like "Made in Germany" to me! You can send my money via pay-pal to:
RowdyS13@Gmail.com

Thank's for playing!!

Sean

superautobacs

04-12-2009, 02:28 AM

Sure looks like "Made in Germany" to me! You can send my money via pay-pal to:
RowdyS13@Gmail.com

Thank's for playing!!

Sean

LOL!
:owned2:

Stevejh82,
The handle on the Apco looks identical to the Vaco screwdriver handles.

MAD

04-12-2009, 02:40 AM

Came across this old screwdriver and couldn't help but sharing, it says Apco Mossberg on the handle, Attleboro MA. Anyone use something like this? It only reads to 25 inch pounds on the scale.

That looks like an old one but Apco Mossberg Torque products still offers similar torque screwdrivers in a slightly different style.

http://www.apcomossberg.com/index.html

The Frank Mossberg article on the Alloy Artifacts site has a history of the company.
http://alloy-artifacts.com/frank-mossberg-company.html

Monte

04-12-2009, 05:37 AM

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/IMAG0002-1.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/IMAG0008.jpg

isr2kba

04-12-2009, 06:01 AM

Thanks to all of you!!!

You have no idea how long (on-again off-again) I have searched for an active forum like this one!

Paladin

04-12-2009, 10:30 AM

Ill take that bet.

http://sean.sidewayz.net/toolbox/Screwdrivers/smaller/8.jpg

Sure looks like "Made in Germany" to me! You can send my money via pay-pal to:
RowdyS13@Gmail.com

Thank's for playing!!

Sean

Cool, thanks Sean! Can't beat photgraphic evidence!:lol_hitti:thumbup:

BrokeEF

04-13-2009, 05:53 PM

Cool, thanks Sean! Can't beat photgraphic evidence!:lol_hitti:thumbup:

Just to let eveyone know, I still havent gotten a $100.00 deposited in my PayPal. :)

Sean

Moose-LandTran

04-13-2009, 06:16 PM

They are not labeled with any statement of origin, says "proturn"(which is their DIY grade junk) on the handle. I would bet $100 they are from Taiwan. They definitely look cheap compared to German drivers.

Right, so you've just posted this for what? To offend a guy building his tool set by saying the brand new set of screwdrivers he's just bought are "junk"? Well done, you're a wonderful person. :thumbup:

BrokeEF

04-13-2009, 06:33 PM

Right, so you've just posted this for what? To offend a guy building his tool set by saying the brand new set of screwdrivers he's just bought are "junk"? Well done, you're a wonderful person. :thumbup:

Thank you, but I know better than to listen to him :) We can start with them not having a country of orgin on them. I had actually asked about this earlier in the thread, and obviously have a picture of my actuall driver showing Made in Germany. Next he says that they say "Proturn" on them which he claims is "their DIY grade Junk". Actually that is the style of the handle and has nothing to do with a lower grade driver. They actually say Wiha (which is the brand, not Proturn) and Proturn 3k (Proturn 1k on the stubbys) which is the grip style. Then he bet me $100.00 and when I accept and win he dosent pay me :( Oh well I got exactly what I wanted a VERY complete set of drivers at a very good price. They are MUCH nicer than any lower end non pro drivers (I.E. the standard Craftsman) The handles fit my hand nicely, and are comfortable. So far I LOVE them if you couldnt tell, I wont let this guy take me down :D

Sean

Moose-LandTran

04-13-2009, 06:47 PM

Oh yeah, Wiha make some damn good screwdrivers, and that's a hell of a set right there. If he was such a damn expert on it, he'd know how good they were. As the saying goes "Never argue with an idiot, they drag you down to their level and beat you with experience." :lol:

mkdive

04-14-2009, 01:17 AM

http://www.r1-forum.com/forums/images/smilies/popcorn.gif

Jononon

04-14-2009, 04:30 AM

Right, so you've just posted this for what? To offend a guy building his tool set by saying the brand new set of screwdrivers he's just bought are "junk"? Well done, you're a wonderful person. :thumbup:

Yeah, he's a charmer. Short memory, too -

They're splitting hairs a bit, but Proturn insulated pliers are a brand made 'for' Wiha, rather than 'by' Wiha. The pliers and cutters are made in Taiwan, the screwdrivers in Germany.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=27187

mkdive

11-27-2009, 04:21 AM

BUMP or TTT on this thread.

Any new members what to post some pictures on drivers lurking in your drawers that you would like to share?

Or maybe some newly acquired drivers from older members? :thumbup:

Monte

11-27-2009, 07:54 AM

the candy color collection:

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00020-5.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00018-7.jpg

sasquach

11-27-2009, 09:39 AM

I never posted mine so here we go :pimpflash

http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii17/sasquach249/Copy2oftoolbox013.jpg

And my pink Snap on . I bought it for the same reason cause who the hell would steal a pink screwdriver :thumbup:

http://i260.photobucket.com/albums/ii17/sasquach249/Copy2oftoolbox014.jpg

wreckercologist

11-27-2009, 09:44 AM

ok, here's the ones at work:

justinmc

11-27-2009, 10:13 AM

Here's a few of mine...

http://www.garage-jdm.com/tools/soscrewdrivers1.jpg

http://www.garage-jdm.com/tools/snaponscrewdrivers1.jpg

dps

11-27-2009, 11:18 AM

Okay Moose, here's your chance to post 'em. You're WAY behind! Put down that pizza and pick up your camera.

MadMark

11-27-2009, 12:02 PM

Nissan,
is that a metal pegboard on the wall?
where did you get the metal screw driver holder that goes on it?

VegasBruce

11-27-2009, 05:32 PM

Heres mine Snap On, Craftsman, wood handled Mac and a bit of other stuff.

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/VegasBruce/Tech/Tools026.jpg

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/VegasBruce/Tech/Tools027.jpg

Moose-LandTran

11-27-2009, 05:46 PM

Okay Moose, here's your chance to post 'em. You're WAY behind! Put down that pizza and pick up your camera.

I'll get some pics tomorrow, there's a car in front the box right now, can't get the drawers open.

Moose-LandTran

11-27-2009, 06:47 PM

I do have a pic of these aweome new Weras my friend gave me. :D

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/DSC00524.jpg

VegasBruce

11-27-2009, 06:56 PM

I do have a pic of these aweome new Weras my friend gave me. :D

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/DSC00524.jpg

Cool friend :thumbup:

Moose-LandTran

11-27-2009, 07:00 PM

Cool friend :thumbup:

Yes, Dr. Brian is awesome. :)

superautobacs

11-27-2009, 08:00 PM

Mmmm, amber handles are nice.

Not mine:

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=45705&stc=1&d=1259369932
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=45706&stc=1&d=1259369932

Moose-LandTran

11-27-2009, 08:04 PM

A teaser of some that are going to arrive soon. :D

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/1001999z.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/BcOYVRCGkKGrHqUH-D8ErGWvg9BKzim9m6w.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/1002002lq.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y290/chrismca/1002001bv.jpg

nissan_crawler

11-27-2009, 08:20 PM

Nissan,
is that a metal pegboard on the wall?
where did you get the metal screw driver holder that goes on it?

it's aluminum pegboard from diamond life. the screw driver holder is actually a test tube rack.:spit:

JST001

11-27-2009, 09:02 PM

Hi all,
Here s my collection:They are Stahlwille,snap on, Mac,the 2 stubby s are Wurth
and the mac gold plated collectors set in wooden box
45707
45708

45709

45710

Monte

11-27-2009, 09:39 PM

the Mac ones with the wooden handle are nice !!!!!!!!:drool::drool::drool:

american lockpicker

11-27-2009, 09:56 PM

Heres some of mine. The rest are buried in my tool chest.

http://i577.photobucket.com/albums/ss218/americanlockpicker/IMGP1302.jpg

The black and yellow Stanleys I got for free new in package at a pawn shop.

Red Green

11-27-2009, 09:57 PM

Mostly C-man but they are fine if you are not abusing them. Please Forgive the stickers on the box I didn't know what I was doing.
http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg132/STT98/screwdriver003.jpg

american lockpicker

11-27-2009, 09:58 PM

Just out of curiosity does any one have any Bergeon screwdrivers? I'm saving up for a set.

MD11

11-27-2009, 10:28 PM

not all "Screw drivers" but here is the current state of my screw driver drawer...

http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL146/1913657/4927253/378634281.jpg

SebringSilverZ

11-28-2009, 01:42 PM

Here is my collection.

http://i75.photobucket.com/albums/i298/scottgrahmann/IMG_0928.jpg

AllAboutTools

11-30-2009, 03:41 PM

Here's my measly collection.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v50/smtwnwhiteboy/S7300535.jpg

mkdive

11-30-2009, 03:51 PM

Here's my measly collection.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v50/smtwnwhiteboy/S7300535.jpg

nothing measly about THAT drawer! Nice SO drivers :thumbup:

mikevango

11-30-2009, 04:32 PM

here's what i got.just bought a set of new craftsmans a couple weeks ago.
this multi driver was in my parents junkdrawer (dad had zero tools) since i was born. dad must of took it from work as it is stamped hammermill warehouse(long gone local paper plant). it is dated 4-70 so its older than me. it is not marked with a maker just a us patent number. any idea who made it?

qmt2

11-30-2009, 05:08 PM

I have the same Screwdriver. Mine says "Idea Days 1970 D.T. & D" On the top of the handle it says "Ford Metal Stamping" BTW notice the Napa screwdriver. I bought it and it had a Damn hole in the handle! I keep having it replaced under warranty and everyone keeps coming with a hole in the handle wtf?

TireTracks

11-30-2009, 07:25 PM

My screwdrivers.

http://i235.photobucket.com/albums/ee87/JeepComanche88/screwdriverdrawer.jpg

superautobacs

11-30-2009, 07:34 PM

Not mine:

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=45933&stc=1&d=1259627585
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=45934&stc=1&d=1259627585
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=45935&stc=1&d=1259627585

Monte

11-30-2009, 08:59 PM

not mine... Only available in Japan

PB Japan edition:

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/pb-1.jpg

PB 130th anniversary edition

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/20080717135121_img3_60.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/20080717135121_img1_8.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/img56249908.jpg

MD11

11-30-2009, 09:06 PM

Those are nice Monte.... I think I might order a set just to look at! ;-)

KLars1

12-01-2009, 12:28 AM

Monte...Where can I buy the PB 130th anniversary edition?

eborcim

12-01-2009, 12:44 AM

DynoDale

What is that bent handle Mac with the square end in the foreground in this pic...a magnet pick-up?

http://i703.photobucket.com/albums/ww32/dynodale/Screwdrivers/MACstartersbits.jpg

lauver

12-01-2009, 01:08 AM

Steve V, old salvage, & stevejh82,

Thanks for posting some old school goodness; everybody should have some of these great old drivers in their toolboxes.

Old screwdriver never die...they just get shorter or otherwise modified!

Monte

12-01-2009, 07:24 AM

@MD11 and KLars1:
Both sets (as well as the other japan specials like the blue chisels) are only available from the Japanese importer (or their dealers): www.kiichi.co.jp

Here the white set from a japanese dealer: click (http://item.rakuten.co.jp/daikichi/pb-6249white/)
I dont know which price is relevant the 8880 yen or 9324 yen ? but thats between $102 and $107

DynoDale

12-01-2009, 10:20 AM

DynoDale

What is that bent handle Mac with the square end in the foreground in this pic...a magnet pick-up?

It's a scraper. The square end is a carbide insert.

car99r

12-01-2009, 11:03 AM

Hawk321

12-01-2009, 11:33 AM

@Monte

how can you find all those japanese vendors??? Can you speak japanese ?

superautobacs

12-01-2009, 11:49 AM

Monte, the price within the parentheses is with tax. :)

There's also a Japan-only Wera diamond tip screwdriver set with blue handles:
http://a248.e.akamai.net/f/248/37952/1h/image.shopping.yahoo.co.jp/i/l/happytools2006_wera-33-50-6

Monte

12-01-2009, 12:19 PM

@Monte

how can you find all those japanese vendors??? Can you speak japanese ?

i wish i could :) .....
advanced search technology :D aka google japan :D www.google.co.jp
Just type in the part number etc. what you are looking for like "pb6249" or "pb6249white" for example.

@superautobacs: thanks ! The black price seems to be the list price then

Beta "Japanese Deluxe" screwdrivers
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/bet-3.jpg

BrokeEF

12-01-2009, 01:35 PM

Sean,

I really like that set and currently have some Wiha myself.

I was curious if you bought all of those as one set and if so from where?

Thanks

Thank you, I have been very happy with the so far. I really wanted to get an all inclusive set since I didn't have any to start with. I bought then from Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/Wiha-46099-Screwdriver-Slotted-Phillips/dp/B000T9UI4K/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1259692477&sr=8-18) Hope that helps :)

Sean

car99r

12-01-2009, 04:33 PM

Thank you! I seen that set and was guessing that is where you bought them. Time to start sweett alking the OL....lol

Bo Heck

12-01-2009, 09:06 PM

This is my secondary box that I keep with me at my house at college. The one in my shop back home has a set of the felos like the single one pictured as well as a wood handled felo set.

http://i33.photobucket.com/albums/d57/tearsforthought/Shop/100_0375.jpg

Hawk321

12-03-2009, 10:56 AM

MD11

12-03-2009, 08:07 PM

Look at my german stuff

Slot and phillips also a Prybar and ratchening screwdriver.

http://www.bilderhoster.net/thumbs/ft8n31ht.jpg (http://www.bilderhoster.net/img.php?id=ft8n31ht.jpg)

next ist Torx and PZ

http://www.bilderhoster.net/thumbs/p93frrvx.jpg (http://www.bilderhoster.net/img.php?id=p93frrvx.jpg)

Great stuff... in addition to a my PB Swiss that's due any day now.. I have a few Wiha in my toolbox.. love their quality, price and feel. Though the brand new style Snapon's are also quite nice.. if a bit more pricy.

byrd

12-03-2009, 08:20 PM

here's some

t100

12-04-2009, 11:14 PM

part of mine:
http://i638.photobucket.com/albums/uu105/nwstindy/tb/_IMG0463.jpg

http://i638.photobucket.com/albums/uu105/nwstindy/tb/_IMG0052.jpg

66HertzClone

12-06-2009, 12:06 PM

Decided to participate in this, my assortment includes Craftsman, SK, Wera, Whia, TopTul, a Stanley and a Klein, a single Snap-On, and the most recent addition, some really nice P B Swiss. I have a torque driver kit in a box in the back of the drawer and a 8 pc. Facom micro tech set in the drawer with my electronic test tools.

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/leftsidescrewdriverdrawer.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/Rightsidescrewdriverdrawer.jpg

http://i653.photobucket.com/albums/uu260/66hertzclone/Pegboardscrewdriverrack.jpg

caper

12-06-2009, 01:44 PM

I'm digging those red screwdriver racks,who makes them?

66HertzClone

12-06-2009, 02:19 PM

They are my newest, the PB Swiss line. The handle feels just right, not too soft or too tacky like some are. The flat drivers are really neat, on the tip end, the sides which would be in the slot of the screw are parallel to each other. they fit just perfect in screw slots, first driver I've ever seen with that feature. I like how the caps on the handles are marked with the tip style and size and by color, nice feature if you have them stored vertically in tool bag slots.

tw33k2514

12-06-2009, 03:36 PM

My humble collection

http://i48.tinypic.com/99gw12.jpg

crewchief888

12-06-2009, 04:34 PM

wow, ya'll have some impressive screwdriver collections. i dont think ive owned that my drivers over the last 30 years. i think a have a couple straight blades, and a couple phillips and for nut drivers, 7mm, 1/4, 5/16, 3/8, and 7/16th is all i ever use.
especially in my service truck where space is limited, i only carry what i need to.
i have all my screw/nutdrivers in one small drawer, just the nut drivers and one straight blade and one phillips.

crashbumper

12-06-2009, 04:58 PM

Decided to participate in this, my assortment includes Craftsman, SK, Wera, Whia, TopTul, a Stanley and a Klein, a single Snap-On, and the most recent addition, some really nice P B Swiss. I have a torque driver kit in a box in the back of the drawer and a 8 pc. Facom micro tech set in the drawer with my electronic test tools.

If you had to pick a favorite among what you have, which would it be?

I'd still like to get a nice NEW screwdriver set but there are a lot of brands and handle styles out there.

wreckercologist

12-06-2009, 05:04 PM

I'm digging those red screwdriver racks,who makes them?

I'm guessing Ernst.

https://www.ernstmfg.com/products_lowpro_screwdrivers.php

https://www.ernstmfg.com/products_screwdrivers_rail.php

They look pretty nifty to me too.

66HertzClone

12-06-2009, 06:58 PM

Duh, I guess I should read more carefully before answering a question. The racks are the Ernst rails, I bought them before the newer version was available. It looks like the rails will accomodate drivers of different length better than the newer style.

The ones I have, https://www.ernstmfg.com/Images/product_rail_sdriver.jpg

Newer style, https://www.ernstmfg.com/Images/product_lowpro_sdriver.jpg

66HertzClone

12-06-2009, 07:09 PM

If you had to pick a favorite among what you have, which would it be?

I'd still like to get a nice NEW screwdriver set but there are a lot of brands and handle styles out there.

I have not used the PB Swiss tools much yet, the Whia I almost always grab for first, but the Wera with the laser tips have loosened screws that I thought I would never get loose. For the money the big Whia set on Amazon is hard to beat, all different sizes, lengths, Torx, and a 1/4 bit driver. There are holding up real well and the grips I find comfortable to use.

Get the Whia set and add a couple of the Wera laser tips for those rusted phillips that look like they will give you a problem.

MD11

12-06-2009, 07:51 PM

If you had to pick a favorite among what you have, which would it be?

I'd still like to get a nice NEW screwdriver set but there are a lot of brands and handle styles out there.

My PB Swiss just came in (photo's sometime later this week).... and I have to admit, it's going to be hard to reach over for the Wiha's and Snapon's now.. The PB Swiss with the "SwissGrip" handle are almost luxurious to hold.. I think the new S/O grip is also quite nice.. the Wiha somehow now seems 3rd rate, even if it is made in Germany and an order of magnitude better than your run of the mill ChiCom brands..

Monte

12-07-2009, 08:04 PM

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/bnhgj2.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/kioikl33-1.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/hjqwer13.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/fhf5.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/hgztuj81-1.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/hzuij20.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/uij10.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/opilo5.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/opilo2.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/opilo3-2.jpg

mkdive

12-07-2009, 08:37 PM

Hazet drivers......http://upsidedownmoon.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/bowdown.gifhttp://upsidedownmoon.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/bowdown.gifhttp://upsidedownmoon.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/bowdown.gifhttp://upsidedownmoon.tripod.com/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderpictures/bowdown.gif

Monte......that's some nice loot right there.! Thanks for the pictures!

rjohnson

12-07-2009, 08:50 PM

Here's most of mine, there's Craftsman flatblades in a holder under the Phillips.
Didn't show my GearWrench ratcheting set, which I like a lot!
http://i783.photobucket.com/albums/yy115/richard_a_johnson/DSC00483.jpg

MD11

12-08-2009, 07:53 PM

mkdive

12-08-2009, 07:58 PM

I know right? Thats a wicked cool set of drivers right there! No crap If money wasn't an option thats about what I would have choose!

Monte

12-08-2009, 08:06 PM

:)

some updated pics of the screwdriver collection :)

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00001-22.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00002-18.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00003-27.jpg

Moose-LandTran

12-08-2009, 08:12 PM

I think we share a common addiction, Monte.

You have a more broad collection. I want some more euro screwdrivers. Need to get me some (more) Wera, Wiha, Witte, PB Swiss and Felos.

The Muffin Man

12-08-2009, 09:13 PM

Monte, how do the Pro-twist handles compare to the Ergo-twist?

That is a very impressive variety you have :bowdown:
Which driver do you favor most :)?

mikester

12-09-2009, 12:16 AM

[QUOTE=BrokeEF;669934]Thank you, I have been very happy with the so far. I really wanted to get an all inclusive set since I didn't have any to start with. I bought then from Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/Wiha-46099-Screwdriver-Slotted-Phillips/dp/B000T9UI4K/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&s=hi&qid=1259692477&sr=8-18) Hope that helps :)

Sean Im curious, did all those come as a single set or did you have to purchase many sets ? Im thinking of getting rid of all my mismatched screwdrivers and nut drivers. I looked at Toptul also. I want to try to get them all at once. I checked Amazon after reading your post but all of the sets were small.

mattsvt

12-09-2009, 09:08 PM

http://i158.photobucket.com/albums/t83/mattsvt/box/Photo0116.jpg

06wt

12-09-2009, 11:48 PM

mine
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r198/thesecondfez1974/IMG_0342.jpg

MD11

12-10-2009, 12:10 AM

mine
http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r198/thesecondfez1974/IMG_0342.jpg

Ok... you win! :shocking::thumbup:

MalibuLX3

12-10-2009, 12:11 AM

:hitit:

Was that out of line?!? Sorry...:thumbup:
:beer:

MalibuLX3

12-10-2009, 12:12 AM

Here is my first set of quality screwdrivers.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=46598&d=1260385276

Hawk321

12-10-2009, 05:18 AM

@06WT

where can I get one those????

mikevango

12-10-2009, 07:24 AM

@06WT

where can I get one those????:wtf: Isn't this a tool forum? Oh yea she is :headscrat:

Kjbakke2

12-10-2009, 10:24 AM

:eyecrazy: DynoDale, I think you have more screwdrivers than I have tools! Wow.

i count 251 visible drivers....mostly snap-on:wtf:

Monte

12-10-2009, 01:21 PM

Monte, how do the Pro-twist handles compare to the Ergo-twist?

The main difference is the square part in the middle of the handle of the Ergotwist screwdriver vs. the round handle of the Protwist screwdriver. I like the color coded newer Facom screwdrivers, but i also like the older "French design" screwdrivers and i guess you`ll have a better torque transfer from the hand to the handle because of the square handle. But i think it is rather a matter of taste which you`ll like better. Actually I`m on the lookout for more of the older generation drivers.

Which driver do you favor most :)?

This is a good but difficult question which i unfortunately can`t answer. They are all somehow more or less ergonomic, some people prefer plastic handles some rubber etc. i personally prefer "rubber" coated screwdrivers were the complete handle or at least 50% is covered with rubber and ideally the "twisting zone" too. While the "twisting zone" should be round the rest of the handle should have a irregular shape (hexagonal, trigonal etc.). I also like the heavier feel of "go thru" screwdrivers so maybe i would vote for the Felo "550 series" or the "Witte Protop 2 Impact" or similar.
But it`s always a matter of how you hold the screwdriver too. Some drivers have bigger handles than others with the same tip size, i prefer smaller sizes for handles, the majority seem to prefer bigger handles, and also new styles appear every year like the new Hazet "Hexanamic" which ain`t bad (i also like the older style very much), the PB swiss ones are nice, the Wiha Proturn, the....... :)
The best is to buy them all :D

Some speciality "screwdrivers"

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/yxase20.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/yxase21.jpg

superautobacs

12-10-2009, 01:43 PM

It's hard to pick a favourite for sure. I think it largely depends on application--working on a heavily rusted screw; working with high or small torque loads; small screws with little resistance to large screws that have more resistance; working on screws overhead versus below or horizontal. Those conditions will affect what the ideal screwdriver handle profile, feature, and weight would be.

In the end, to each their own. :)

brian90505

12-10-2009, 01:58 PM

Third open drawer...all S/O.

http://i159.photobucket.com/albums/t129/97FXSTSB/TOOLS/Wrenchdrawer.jpg

MalibuLX3

12-12-2009, 03:49 PM

My small collection...

Invisible screwdrivers...SWEET!:bounce:

mooman

12-12-2009, 03:50 PM

My small collection......

Chreese

12-12-2009, 03:53 PM

@Monte: Do the Hazet (middle) and Gedore (left & right) plastic inserts basically offer the same level of quality? Or is one brand noticeably better?

Thanks,

Chreese

Monte

12-12-2009, 04:05 PM

@chreese: good eye !! :-) I think they are made equally , i can check next week if there is a noticeable difference (e.g. material thickness) Most of the inserts are from Gedore, i have one from Hazet from the pic, another 2 for files (Gedore don`t offer them) and one for the combination wrenches from Hazet (for the Hazet wrenches, too long for the Gedore insert). Gedore ones are cheaper and shorter (so you can add the small "container") and some of the Hazet ones are too wide (for the drawers of my box)

mikevango

12-14-2009, 10:52 PM

i cleaned my drawer up a bit.

BWright

12-14-2009, 11:08 PM

i cleaned my drawer up a bit.

Ive got those same channellock screwdrivers. I got them as a gift last year for Christmas. For being cheapies from Sams club ive been pretty impressed with them. They have held up great, and I've used them hard. They are my designated abuse drivers. :thumbup:

wolpi

12-14-2009, 11:16 PM

http://mitglied.lycos.de/bmw332i/Bmw/Werkzeug/12122009061.jpg

0815 hazet :D

Monte

12-18-2009, 03:59 PM

some more pics...:

"Wurth" screwdrivers (6x slotted, 3x PH, 3x PZ)

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/zz7.jpg

PB swiss ( 4x PH) and rebadged PB swiss screwdrivers ( 8x slotted)

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/zz1.jpg

BWright

12-18-2009, 04:24 PM

some more pics...:

PB swiss ( 4x PH) and rebadged PB swiss screwdrivers ( 8x slotted)

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/zz1.jpg

Who are they re-badged for?

Moose-LandTran

12-18-2009, 04:27 PM

Garant. :)

http://www.hoffmann-group.com/webcontent.omeco?FOLDERID=29

Monte

12-18-2009, 05:03 PM

For a german/european wholesaler www.hoffmann-group.com . "Garant" is the name of their tools.

They have a contact adress in the US:

Tool Crib, Inc.
Mr. Charlie Slagle
3002 Industrial Parkway
Knoxville, Tennessee 37921
(865) 525-6195
www.toolcribinc.com

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00001-24.jpg

Here you can see the "swiss made"

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00004-15.jpg

1.6x10mm vs. 0.3x2mm

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00003-29.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/DSC00002-21.jpg

jeepnut24

12-18-2009, 05:25 PM

some more pics...:

"Wurth" screwdrivers (6x slotted, 3x PH, 3x PZ)

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/zz7.jpg

:drool::drool: What kind of quality are they? They seem to make quite a variety of products, not just tools.

Monte

12-18-2009, 06:01 PM

They are made by Felo in germany. They`re a combination between the Felo 550 series with striking cap and the Felo "Ergonic" with the "spongy" handle. Exclusively made for Wurth (Felo is owned by Wurth). Felo quality is very good.

http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/dfer3.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/dfer2.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/dfer-1.jpg
http://i552.photobucket.com/albums/jj347/mrblvd_album/dfer1-1.jpg

jeepnut24

12-18-2009, 06:11 PM

Chreese

12-18-2009, 06:22 PM

The more often I see pics of the Würth screwdrivers, the more I like them. :drool: Monte, would you do me a favor, please? Stop posting such pics!!!

Chreese

t100

12-18-2009, 06:36 PM

what do you guys use for clean the grease off the soft handles?

Monte

12-18-2009, 07:18 PM

Where did you find them in the states? Are they even available here?

you could contact www.wurthusa.com
There are 2 or 3 Wurth reps on the board here which you could contact too.

The more often I see pics of the Würth screwdrivers, the more I like them. :drool: Monte, would you do me a favor, please? Stop posting such pics!!!

Chreese

haha no !!! never !! :D ;)

what do you guys use for clean the grease off the soft handles?

brake cleaner will do the job