HOT DEAL Index!!

[Subyroo651]

Had a chance to use that Wera bit ratchet yet? Just curious to hear your thoughts on it since the straight version is on my short list...

I had the straight version for a little while, it was very nice and smooth. The Rapidapter(spelling?) was very cool and worked well. The only downside was the handle was too small in diameter for me to apply any kind of torque. I bought it to drive 1/4" sockets which was not very successful. It lives on now in Canukian's collection

 

[bradleykd]

Just received my Wiha order and I can honestly say I've never held a better screwdriver, these are AMAZING!

Thanks to the OP for the heads up, I love them!

I got mine the other day, and though I thought I'd never buy another screwdriver that wasnt Wera, I am sure glad I did. These are SOOO much nicer feeling. I love the laser tip of a wera, but these things are exponentialy more pleasurable to hold... They feel like a working man's screwdriver... like a tough sum'*****.

 

[Recoil Rob]

Had a chance to use that Wera bit ratchet yet? Just curious to hear your thoughts on it since the straight version is on my short list...

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B004VMWYCU/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Also I may have found a decent deal on a Wiha torx set...

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002C582AQ/?tag=atomicindus08-20

That bent handled WERA is not a ratchet driver, it's a 25-50in/lb torque wrench. It can be set for any value in that range but must be checked against a verified calibrated wrench.

Rob

 

[Recoil Rob]

Impulse buy yesterday at Costco, can always use another set. $9.99, here it is at Amazon for $19.99. Some Torx bits and square drives.

 

[halo]

The heaviest screwdriver Ive ever held.. Just got my set also! And my Wera one too

Best screwdrivers I own. Purchased the heavy duty black microfinish screwdrivers on closeout and received the new Ex heavy duty red/black microfinish version instead. Look the same to me minus the color added....

 

[Interex]

Craftsman 21 in. Bow Saw $3.49 w/ free in store pick-up.

http://www.sears.com/shc/s/p_10153_12605_07183559000P?sid=I0084400010000100383&aff=Y

 

[Wiggum]

Best screwdrivers I own. Purchased the heavy duty black microfinish screwdrivers on closeout and received the new Ex heavy duty red/black microfinish version instead. Look the same to me minus the color added....

You guys ****! I talked myself out of them until these reviews came in.

 

[oldwheelieguy]

Dewalt 28 piece impact bit set for $9.97 I just picked up a set.

http://www.lowes.com/pd_175477-70-D..._-10926682&catalogId=10051&pl=1&storeId=10151

 

[jadams]

http://www.lowes.com/pd_338516-2232...br|0||p_product_qty_sales_dollar|1&facetInfo=

I bought a set yesterday. Seems worth $60...

 

[larryq]

You guys ****! I talked myself out of them until these reviews came in.

The deal's still there I believe?

http://www.wihatools.com/500seri/533serie.htm

If you do get it, be sure to add the free stuff. At the top of the page, next to the "about us" green button is an incredibly easy to miss "Free Stuff" logo.

 

[PSYKO_Inc]

I got mine the other day, and though I thought I'd never buy another screwdriver that wasnt Wera, I am sure glad I did. These are SOOO much nicer feeling. I love the laser tip of a wera, but these things are exponentialy more pleasurable to hold... They feel like a working man's screwdriver... like a tough sum'*****.

I picked up a set of Wera Lasertips a few months ago and was very impressed with them. Guess I'm going to have to pick up some Wihas now as well. This forum is going to be bad for my bank account

That bent handled WERA is not a ratchet driver, it's a 25-50in/lb torque wrench. It can be set for any value in that range but must be checked against a verified calibrated wrench.

Rob

Cool thanks for the heads-up. Does it ratchet as well, or just click at the specified torque?

 

[Refractometer]

I kept resisting the Wiha screwdrivers too, but I finally caved in and ordered. Thanks to everyone who posted on this.

 

[drsung]

I kept resisting the Wiha screwdrivers too, but I finally caved in and ordered. Thanks to everyone who posted on this.

Me too... Early christmas present I suppose.

 

[Al Bundy]

Wow. I just went and bought $60 worth of screwdrivers that I don't need because a bunch of guys that I don't know were raving about them on an internet forum.

What are the odds that I'm not gonna end up feeling stupid?

 

[Wiggum]

Wow. I just went and bought $60 worth of screwdrivers that I don't need because a bunch of guys that I don't know were raving about them on an internet forum.

What are the odds that I'm not gonna end up feeling stupid?

Seems like the growing trend on here today.

 

[pj_rage]

Seems like the growing trend on here today.

Everyday lol.

 

[alohavw]

I guess I'm another sucker for the latest Wiha craze. Just to confirm, everyone purchasing the "Heavy Duty Black Series MicroFinish"? 50% off sounds pretty good to me.

 

[volunteers]

spend around $70 to buy 8 screwdrivers?
why not invest the money to other tools?

I guess I'm another sucker for the latest Wiha craze. Just to confirm, everyone purchasing the "Heavy Duty Black Series MicroFinish"? 50% off sounds pretty good to me.

 

[JMToolCo]

wera lazer tips, he'll accept $30.99
http://www.ebay.com/itm/270800685900?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

 

[Danglerb]

Wiha heavy duty is a very nice screwdriver, and a full set is what same price as two off the truck?

 

[ultgar]

wera lazer tips, he'll accept $30.99
http://www.ebay.com/itm/270800685900?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

I'm selling my Wera inventory at 25% off the published pricing.... see http://www.ultimategarage.com/shop/part.php?cPath=898&products_id=3512 .....$24.00 after discount plus shipping. Just offered 25% off on the Toptul line as well and 15% off Facom. SD

 

[Mazdaratti3]

wera lazer tips, he'll accept $30.99
http://www.ebay.com/itm/270800685900?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649

He'll take $30... should have went lower

 

[volunteers]

How does this Wera screwdriver compare with the hot Wiha screwdrivers?

I guess I'm another sucker for the latest Wiha craze. Just to confirm, everyone purchasing the "Heavy Duty Black Series MicroFinish"? 50% off sounds pretty good to me.

He'll take $30... should have went lower

 

[Mr_John]

How does this Wera screwdriver compare with the hot Wiha screwdrivers?

I noticed the Wera's and Wiha's on Amazon. I bought some Wiha soft grip insulated drivers and they are very nice, but I did notice that although both companies are German, the Wiha's appear to be mostly all made in Germany and some pliers are even made in Switzerland. Much of the Wera drivers, however, appear to be made in some other eastern block country (like Poland or Czechoslavakia). Notice that many of the Wera's don't state "Made in Germany," and state something like "German Engineered."

As an FYI, I bought PB Swiss Swiss Grips for around same price (about $8 a piece) and love them.

 

[Recoil Rob]

I gotta get out of here... just ordered Wiha drivers with free stuff...addiction...help...can't stop...

 

[ineedtools]

At 44 I'm pretty sure they'll be the last screwdrivers I ever buy, unless I lose them, which is a great excuse to maybe double up on a few!

My freebies were T handle torx 10 and 15 found here. http://www.wihatools.com/free_set_offer.htm

Thanks again OP!

 

[netbrad]

Wow. I just went and bought $60 worth of screwdrivers that I don't need because a bunch of guys that I don't know were raving about them on an internet forum.

Must...resist...purchase...

 

[Mazdaratti3]

How does this Wera screwdriver compare with the hot Wiha screwdrivers?

IMHO the Wiha grips are a little bigger and fit the hand better but I like the tips on the Wera much better. Just my $0.02.

I guess you will have to buy both to make your own decision

 

[Stuey]

Current Lowes tool deals & special buys via TG

Someone at Lowes dropped me a note about their current tool deals. Some are really hot (Dewalt bit kits, $50 non-crippled Shop Vac, 20pc socket set for $10, etc). Others are kind of ho-hum like the dirt-cheap garbage knife set for $25. Still, I mixed the good and bad for anyone interested.

There are a couple of other "deals", with just about average street pricing that I didn't feel like posting. And a $20 Task Force angle grinder.

 

[williaty]

Current Lowes tool deals & special buys via TG

Someone at Lowes dropped me a note about their current tool deals. Some are really hot (Dewalt bit kits, $50 non-crippled Shop Vac, 20pc socket set for $10, etc). Others are kind of ho-hum like the dirt-cheap garbage knife set for $25. Still, I mixed the good and bad for anyone interested.

There are a couple of other "deals", with just about average street pricing that I didn't feel like posting. And a $20 Task Force angle grinder.

What do you mean by "non-crippled shop vac"? Is the BF deal one inferior in some way?

 

[Stuey]

BF special is $29 but with 14-gallon tank, 4.5HP motor, 6' 1-1/4" hose, 6' power cord.

This special is $49, with 16-gallon tank, 5.75HP motor, 6' 2.5" hose, 12' power cord.

I am usually leery about Black Friday shop vacuum specials. They usually seem to be built to meet a certain price point.

Not that this special is stupendous as it comes with the bare minimum of accessories and a somewhat short cord. Still, you can upgrade the hose and accessories, but you can't usually upgrade the power cord or motor. My small shop vac has a 6-foot power cord and I hate it. Extensions are usually too long and get in the way.

 

[muibubbles]

I'm selling my Wera inventory at 25% off the published pricing.... see http://www.ultimategarage.com/shop/part.php?cPath=898&products_id=3512 .....$24.00 after discount plus shipping. Just offered 25% off on the Toptul line as well and 15% off Facom. SD

im seeing 32.. where did u get 24 from??

 

[packet]

im seeing 32.. where did u get 24 from??

Right here actually:

http://www.ultimategarage.com/shop/part.php?cPath=1000&products_id=4938

 

[JMToolCo]

I'm selling my Wera inventory at 25% off the published pricing.... see http://www.ultimategarage.com/shop/part.php?cPath=898&products_id=3512 .....$24.00 after discount plus shipping. Just offered 25% off on the Toptul line as well and 15% off Facom. SD

figures...
can you warrenty wera screwdrivers?

 

[muibubbles]

He'll take $30... should have went lower

i hate you guys!!! i do NOT need any more screw drivers.

on the other hand i just got it from the same seller lol. offered 25 and he counter offered 30.14

 

[Al Bundy]

Must...resist...purchase...

Come to the dark side Brad......

 

[Stuey]

Even more power tool deals:

Craftsman C3 tool combo for $70 (details via TG)
Current Amazon deals (Inc. Free $75 GC w/ Milwaukee Combo, Bosch 18V drill for $130, free battery info etc)

 

[srmofo]

I'm selling my Wera inventory at 25% off the published pricing.... see http://www.ultimategarage.com/shop/part.php?cPath=898&products_id=3512 .....$24.00 after discount plus shipping. Just offered 25% off on the Toptul line as well and 15% off Facom. SD

$10 FIXED shipping

....Ebay deal is still better considering it includes free shipping

Unless you are purchasing more items...

 

[csmitty]

You guys ****! I talked myself out of them until these reviews came in.

Same here.

 

[flying2275]

Best screwdrivers I own. Purchased the heavy duty black microfinish screwdrivers on closeout and received the new Ex heavy duty red/black microfinish version instead. Look the same to me minus the color added....

I placed my order before i saw your post. Did they call and ask if you would like the red ones or did they just send you them by mistake. The reason I ask is I only wanted the solid black ones.