That knurling looks perfect. Just the peak of the diamonds knocked off, still sharp enough. Def on the list for my next torque wrench.
That bit holder looks pretty crazy!
This is on machinery enclosures (carbon steel) that can be pretty thick. Once you get that bit heated up and smoking, it's a matter of time...
A pilot hole might help but it's on the larger diameter steps on the bit that get mangled quick in my experience.
If I have QC issues with a tool (I don't really care about minor chrome issues I've had even with high-end Japanese tools), my first instinct wouldn't be to post about it on a forum...
THAT helps alert the manufacturer about quality problems and then improve.
Why would you not just contact the company directly before dragging them through the dirt on a forum?
That's great you changed the title but many people who see this post will disregard the brand....
What are some reputable tool reviewers that aren't just shilling anything and everything?
Seems like more and more channels are slanging whatever they get paid for regardless if it's useful or decent quality.
Catus Maximus on YouTube is one that isn't obviously sponsored. On the other hand...
What tools have you broken the most of and think are worth buying the highest quality version?
Already on my list are:
1/2" drive breaker bars
Square drive adapters
Torx bit sockets