I don't have the Snap-On 4-in-1, but judging by the pics on the website, the handle looks very close to my Williams screwdrivers. Since Snap-On owns Williams, I wouldn't be surprised if they were the same handles. I suggested it since it looked like a better visual and functional match for their Williams screwdrivers. If someone wants something that's functionally close to the 4 sided Williams screwdrivers, I would bet the Tekton will fill that role fine at a lower cost.
New 6-n-1 drivers from TEKTON
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I don't have the Snap-On 4-in-1, but judging by the pics on the website, the handle looks very close to my Williams screwdrivers. Since Snap-On owns Williams, I wouldn't be surprised if they were the same handles. I suggested it since it looked like a better visual and functional match for their Williams screwdrivers. If someone wants something that's functionally close to the 4 sided Williams screwdrivers, I would bet the Tekton will fill that role fine at a lower cost.
mikebaker1129
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I like the feel of the SO and Williams hard handles.
I have Williams in my work box because anything SO grows legs and Williams is unknown to them.
Sure I get the SO but it would disappear the 1st time I leave it on a ladder and go to the bathroom.
I have Williams in my work box because anything SO grows legs and Williams is unknown to them.
Sure I get the SO but it would disappear the 1st time I leave it on a ladder and go to the bathroom.
Lots of stories like that here. It's very disappointing that there are so many low life thieves at work sites. If you can't respect another man's property you don't belong in a civilized society.
mikebaker1129
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I work for a local transportation co (Bus,rail) in facility maintence.
Lots of bus mechanics,drivers ,trainers,safety,contractors etc. around our portable boxes or bags.
Everyone knows and associates Snap On with high quality and $ and they grow legs.
I have lost no tools since I switched from a CLC and Klein open bag to a box with a lock on it.
This is why I prefer brands with less recognition.
Lots of bus mechanics,drivers ,trainers,safety,contractors etc. around our portable boxes or bags.
Everyone knows and associates Snap On with high quality and $ and they grow legs.
I have lost no tools since I switched from a CLC and Klein open bag to a box with a lock on it.
This is why I prefer brands with less recognition.
16again
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Arrived today. Have not used it. Looks good and feels good in my hand. Love the hard handle design. Also like the bits you can buy separately. Would like to see made in the USA on it somewhere. 
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measuredtwice
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Since all the metal parts (including the metal parts in the handle) are made in Taiwan, they can't put made in USA on it. The handle is molded in Michigan.
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Rabid Badger
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Wow! There are people actually need or exited by this kind of stuff.
Menards has been giving it out for FREE for years. Wooden handle, looks better made than Tekton.
But how can you tell for sure without examining them both under a 10x magnifying glass?
Keep polishing those Gearwrenches, buddy.
Is it possible people are happy about the prospect of getting USA made screwdrivers with a very popular handle style for a reasonable price?
Maybe?
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techieman33
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USA made is a pretty big stretch. All the metal parts are from Taiwan. The only thing done in the USA is the plastic overmold for the handle. I didn't think that was really enough to make it worth an extra $8 over the harbor freight one. Still ended up buying one, and as expected it's an ok screwdriver. Any real value is because you love the handle design, or want to choose your own bits for a specific task. Personally I find the new handle to be somewhere in the middle. Better than their tri-lobe handle, but still nowhere near Wera handles.
measuredtwice
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Never tried the old Tekton handle but I've tried the Wera and don't like it--feels like I'm holding a knot in a rope. How does the Tekton classic handle compare to Snap-on or Williams hard handles? I was expecting them to be similar.
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techieman33
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That's to be expected, our hands are all slightly different, and we like to hold our screwdrivers in different ways. Makes it hard to really take any recommendations on handles. Especially as manufactureres all try to put their own mark on things with different handle designs.
The handles are similar. The flats on the Tekton are narrow, especially towards the base near the shaft. It's been quite a while since I've held one, and don't have one in front of me to directly compare the overall size.
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Tekton's existing screwdriver line is made in the US. It's not hard to imagine them offering these handles as an option.
visionguru
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No need for 10x magnifying glass this time:
Obvious flaws on the handle, not sure that's quality work.
measuredtwice
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Thanks for the info.
Would be interesting to see a side-by-side photo from someone who has both.
Obvious flaws on the handle, not sure that's quality work.
What are you looking at?
Your link resizes the photo to a tiny 320x320 pixels. Here's the photo full size.
If that's what he's talking about then I agree with you. Not sure how you figured out what was the concern... maybe a psychic link? Haha!
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Obvious flaws on the handle, not sure that's quality work.
What flaws?
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Nineeightyone
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Seeing pictures, I'm pretty interested to see the screwdriver designs coming up. If there's a hex bolstered option (with striking cap? ) I'd be all in. I bought a couple of Wera screwdrivers and while I think they're overall very nice, I think their price point is a little high for my liking.
If we get a 1/4" bit driver with the square handle design and 1/4" female end in the handle AND a bolster, I'll be ecstatic.
But then again, I'm a shill for inexpensive tools that work well
) I'd be all in. I bought a couple of Wera screwdrivers and while I think they're overall very nice, I think their price point is a little high for my liking.If we get a 1/4" bit driver with the square handle design and 1/4" female end in the handle AND a bolster, I'll be ecstatic.
But then again, I'm a shill for inexpensive tools that work well
measuredtwice
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Those features seem to get attention but I wonder how many folks actually use them? I jumped on that Garage Journal band wagon but I find that I don't use them. If I needed those features there's usually a better tool for the job like a bit socket. While the Tim the Tool Man Taylor side of me wants lots of features, the Al Borland side of me prefers a driver without them. ...I admit, that I would be interested in seeing it as an option [insert Tool Time grunt here] as well as a bit driver with onboard bit storage, but a basic bit holding screwdriver and a well built pocket size holder for bits would likely be more practical.
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Obvious flaws on the handle, not sure that's quality work.
Nineeightyone
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I think it depends. I like versatility because too often I've run into a situation where I don't have what I need to finish something, but that may be the symptom of starting later in life that most.
I think I goofed in my previous post, what I'd like to see is a 1/4" square drive end, with the new style Tekton handle and a 1/4" square female in the top of the handle, so that it can be used as a screwdriver. I've got a Williams one that I like, but I'm more a fan of the square handle design.
Regardless I'm always interested to see new tools, even if I'm not going to purchase them all (but a man can dream!).
Handyandy23
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Obvious flaws on the handle, not sure that's quality work.
I can't tell if this is further confirmation of your huge bias against the company, or a complete lack of understanding of how the tool is made.
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Why can't it be both?
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measuredtwice
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Don't let anyone stand in the way of your dreams! The irony is I don't like Wera handles and I prefer basic drivers but I just ordered a Wera bit driver with onboard bit storage from Amazon--haha! Got a deal on it.
I'll still likely pick up this Tekton handle but I'm waiting for more photos and feedback.
Nineeightyone
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The only two things standing in the way of my dreams of all the tools, are my marriage (gotta keep the wife happy!), and my wallet.
The Wera multi-bit handle looks great, but I couldn't justify the cost for where I was going to use it -- I actually wound up buying the Tekton electronics repair kit, since I work in the field quite a bit and occasionally have to do small electronics repair work.
I kind of want the yellow & black Wera screwdriver set because it reminds me of what my dad had growing up... Nostalgia and whatnot.
mikebaker1129
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I received my 3 handles today and they do differ a bit from the Snap On hard handle style I really am fond of,I am happy with them. These are my 1st Tekton tools.
They are quality handles for $5 each. How well they hold up over the long haul,time will tell.
I installed spare Craftsman tubes and bits and they fit and functioned fine, a used Klein 5 in 1 tube also fit.
They are quality handles for $5 each. How well they hold up over the long haul,time will tell.
I installed spare Craftsman tubes and bits and they fit and functioned fine, a used Klein 5 in 1 tube also fit.
measuredtwice
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Just got an email saying they're available in red now.
-->https://www.tekton.com/drivers-and-bits/6-in-1-drivers
-->https://www.tekton.com/drivers-and-bits/6-in-1-drivers
16again
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I already have the black one. Ordered the red today when they sent me the email announcing the new color.
Black for the screwdriver tips and Red for the torx bits. [emoji1303]
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pelletman
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I'm very happy with the free ones from HF. I leave them around everywhere for easy access
Ton ton
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First thread on 6in 1 drivers that I have seen on garage journal.
16again
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Been here a while. Created back in August. Nice product at a great price. No complaints with the original release at all.
My local True Value hardware store sells a pretty good “Master Mechanic “ 6 n 1 tool.
Not the very best but still does very well, no complaints on my part and didn’t pay an arm or a leg for it either. Modestly priced for a really good tool.
Not the very best but still does very well, no complaints on my part and didn’t pay an arm or a leg for it either. Modestly priced for a really good tool.
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