Are these SK screwdrivers good?

[Steve1968LS2]

Looking for a really nice full-set of screwdrivers at a good price. What's the feedback on these? About the only part I didn't like were the black handles (colored ones are easier to find when I misplace them). Are they hard handled?

Thanks for any feedback. Seems like a deal for just over $100

SKU: SK 86316
21 Pc SureGrip Combination Screwdriver and Pry Bar Set

http://www.toolprofessional.net/SK-...froogle&utm_medium=organic&utm_source=froogle

 

[nissan_crawler]

That's green, not black. I'm not a fan of them, but somebody else might like them. I hate the handles, it's not that the tips were bad.

 

[Steve1968LS2]

That's green, not black. I'm not a fan of them, but somebody else might like them. I hate the handles, it's not that the tips were bad.

Are they hard handles?

They seem to be just regular square handles with a gimmicy twist at the end. I can get the whole set for just over $100 shipped.

Thanks for the feedback, anyone else with experience to share?

 

[nissan_crawler]

Yeah, they're hard handles.

 

[justinmc]

Most people seem to be with Nissan Crawler on these..... the handles had potential.. being a square design and hard plastic. However they blew it because they are smooth. No grip to them at all. If you haven't ever seen a matco or snap on hard handle driver they are actually textured with a "grain" to them so your hands grip instead of slip. These are designed with no texturing, etc. They are as slick as a granite counter. I'd say look at the newer SK style drivers.. I think they are called ergotwist or something. They look like this.

 

[Steve1968LS2]

Most people seem to be with Nissan Crawler on these..... the handles had potential.. being a square design and hard plastic. However they blew it because they are smooth. No grip to them at all. If you haven't ever seen a matco or snap on hard handle driver they are actually textured with a "grain" to them so your hands grip instead of slip. These are designed with no texturing, etc. They are as slick as a granite counter. I'd say look at the newer SK style drivers.. I think they are called ergotwist or something. They look like this.

Except I really wanted hard handles.. my tech center is stocked with SO, these are for my garage, so no need to go crazy, just want something nice and a complete set in one fell swoop.

Thanks for the heads up on the "no grain"...

 

[justinmc]

Except I really wanted hard handles.. my tech center is stocked with SO, these are for my garage, so no need to go crazy, just want something nice and a complete set in one fell swoop.

Thanks for the heads up on the "no grain"...

I'd do a search for one of the dealers/distributors who sell the Williams logo'd versions of the S/O hard handles. Thats probably what would suit you best and have the functionality you wanted.

PS those SK's handles (in the pic above) are similar the the Facom texture.. whch is a "semi" hard handle (at least my term). Its not soft grippy rubberized but its not super hard. Facom's are loved by alot of people on this board myself included.

 

[Steve1968LS2]

Thanks!

 

[bayou985]

Steve1968LS2 Had mine since mid 90s hard green handles...like em...Ya heard me??

 

[Steve1968LS2]

Steve1968LS2 Had mine since mid 90s hard green handles...like em...Ya heard me??

So you don't find them slippery as previously stated?

I liked the set because it had everything I needed in one deal and because the handles were hard.

 

[PurdueSD]

I just bought the sk instinct 2 set from amazon for 50 bucks. I really like them so far. The fit into your hand awesome.

Cant speak for durabilty yet though.

 

[Merkava_4]

 

[Merkava_4]

 

[Fedwrench]

Yes, they are good. They are French made. The hexbolster is attached to the blade. The handles are slick shiney green when new but, lose their slickness with use, exposure to chemicals, nicks, etc. SK screwdrivers are pretty durable, offer great value if you shop around, and will serve you well.

 

[bayou985]

So you don't find them slippery as previously stated?

I liked the set because it had everything I needed in one deal and because the handles were hard.

Steve the s/k drivers only get slippery when I.m shuckin oyster's

 

[terabyte]

you want a full set in one shot???

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000T9UI4K/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I love the handles.

I got the smaller set of 6 cause I already have way too many drivers. but...

40pc for $122 is a great deal imho

 

[Merkava_4]

The GearWrench screwdrivers are extremely comfortable and very sticky.

Your hand will want to have *** with the handle.

 

[Brandon_Lutz]

The GearWrench screwdrivers are extremely comfortable and very sticky.

You hand will want to have *** with the handle.

So that's what you do with your leftover permatex

 

[wrenchr]

So that's what you do with your leftover permatex

Permasex

 

[Vinko]

If you haven't ever seen a matco or snap on hard handle driver they are actually textured with a "grain" to them so your hands grip instead of slip.

I've seen both smooth and "grain" S-O screwdriver handles. I believe there was a discussion about this previously here.