Comfortable Screwdrivers

[ServiceWithIntegrity]

Been thinking of upgrading my screwdrivers to a more ergonomic style of handle. Has anyone had any luck with Wera Screwdrivers? Can anyone suggest
a high quality line of fixed or ratcheting handle screwdrivers that cut down on hand pain?

 

[MrMark]

There are a lot of threads on this on here.

Most like Wera, Wiha, Snap-on, Witte/Matco, Felo, Craftsman Pro, PB Swiss etc.

Wera are very good and would be good for a person with hand issues as they are very ergonomic. Wera Chiseldrivers are quite nice. Check them out.

 

[ceekaymark]

I like the Husky Professional set I just bought. A six piece set is only $19.99 and they're nicer than the standard craftsman, and I think just as nice as the Craftsman Pro. That's just my opinion. I definitely plan on getting a Snap On set next, but the Husky's have been working great.

 

[jay50]

IMHO, Wera are way over rated.
Just buy the Cman pros and save yourself some $s,

 

[tonydanzah]

although I think the handles on my wera chisel drivers are small for me, they might be perfect for you.

They come in larger sizes, but this is the big handle in the 6pc set you see on the web. Same size in my insulated set.

The handles also dirty up fast, but are quickly cleaned with hand cleaner.

 

[dankicksass]

I have Wera Kraftform Comfort screwdrivers and a few Wera Kraftform bitdrivers, I like them pretty well. Good prices on Amazon if you look for the sale.

 

[MrMark]

The Wera handles are a hair small for men's size large hands. The Felo are even smaller. If you want to put the most torque possible on a fastener there is no equal grip wise to the Snap-on instinct. The Wera and Wiha spin a little better though.

 

[jsonic6]

+1 on the Husky Pros...

Out of all the brands I own (Wera, Wiha, Mac, Snap-On, Craftsman Pro, Pratt-Reed, SK, Husky Pro, etc.) I have to say that the Husky Pros are the most comfortable. Very affordable and made in the USA...

 

[Ben Iv]

you cant beat the older SO hard handles as far as im concerned. williams still makes them with that handle. Love the way they fit my hand.

 

[lipadj46]

Williams black hard handles or PB Swiss classic handles.

 

[Fedwrench]

I would recommend a cordless screwdriver if you have hand pain.
I think any of the German screwdrivers such as Wera, Witte, or Wiha offer the best bang for your buck with strong durable blades and very comfortable handles.

 

[treasureseeker]

I think you are going to have to get up close and personal to see what fits your hands the best. I own Wera, and Wiha, but have owned Snap-on and Craftsman professional screwdrivers. None of these brands stand out for me in regard to hand fit or feel. I do have one Wiha with the soft handle that may feel a little better than the others.

 

[RLRRLRLL]

currently i use duralast screwdrivers, they are pretty comfy and fairly durable. i know some pros use them daily. but once i get some money ima order a snap on set thru the sep program

 

[Bolster]

I would recommend a cordless screwdriver if you have hand pain. I think any of the German screwdrivers such as Wera, Witte, or Wiha offer the best bang for your buck with strong durable blades and very comfortable handles.

I swear, every time Fedwrench posts, he's right on the money. A small 12v driver would be an excellent choice. Otherwise I'd recommend PB Swiss, in their SwissGrip style, very (very very) comfortable.

Is your pain related to twisting? Hurts inside your elbow? Maybe an inflamed insertion point of your bicep...stretching is the answer. Hand pain? Don't know. Go talk to your Physical Therapist. He'll get rid of your problem for about $80. IF you do the exercises he/she recommends.

 

[Garage_Mahal]

If you have big hands, like me, the Facom ergo twist is a much mode comfortable handle than the Wera.

 

[Jeff]

I sold all my Cman Pro drivers in favor of Wera and Wiha.

 

[ServiceWithIntegrity]

Thank you everyone for you input, my sore hands sure thank ya!!! I'm kind of interested in checking out the husky pro a few people mentioned after reading the thread replies.

 

[apong23]

I have PB Swiss, and they feel great in hand. They are usually my go to screwdrivers.

 

[jjkrjh]

I bought one of these for a "high" effort job, that had to be done by hand. Being that it your hand is offset it eases the amount of pressure needed to turn the fastner. A screw that is difficult to twist with a regular screwdriver is easily turned.

Turning a screw that doesn't have any tension on it (spins freely) it is useless, and awkward to use. Two hands have to be used---one turning and one holding the bit


http://www.mactools.com/Product/tabid/120/productid/327311/variantid/318070/Default.aspx.

 

[mrholeshot]

I own a lot of differant brands of Screwdrivers and my favorite ones are the Snap-On hard handle. From a pure comfort standpoint the Husky Pro are hands down winners. They are great screwdrivers with good blades, made in the USA and are priced very well. I buy the open stock so I can inspect each one and only buy what I need. Many times sets have 3 sizes you don't need and missing 3 that you do.

 

[ceekaymark]

A little off topic but since we are talking about the husky pro's in here, did anyone else's smell like strawberry candy when they first bought them? Mine had a strong candy-like smell. My girlfriend loved them because of it.

 

[Delray]

Snap On soft grip are the only ones I can turn with any authority. The only hard handles that are not too painful to use are some old Snap On triangle handle and Ace triangle handle but I don't think either are available any longer.

I would not spend a fortune on the Snap On's before you find one to try as what works for me may not for you.

 

[Monte]

choices choices choices....

 

[mrholeshot]

A little off topic but since we are talking about the husky pro's in here, did anyone else's smell like strawberry candy when they first bought them? Mine had a strong candy-like smell. My girlfriend loved them because of it.

I'll have to get the wife to lick my Husky to see if it taste like candy

 

[mrholeshot]

Monte, Thanks for sharing. It always interest me to see toolboxes from other countries. I'd love to see the toolbox of a master technician in Taiwan

 

[MadMark]

I have hand pain from a number of soft tissue tears in my wrist. (No jokes please)
I have torn the "triangular cartilage" which I hear over 50% of adults have also done.
I like the snap on instincts, Wiha, and the older style all black Craftsman professionals. Years ago, Stanley made a triangular yellow hardgrip like the Snap-On instinct with rounded edges, I found it very comfortable.

I would recomend any kind of pistol grip ratcheting Screwdriver, since they reduce stress on the wrist, unfortunately they don't work well once you break the torque.

Also look at the computer mouse you are using. try to find a mouse with a higher back that rotates your wrist up so you thumb points upward rather than horizontal. I believe Logitech has one called the instinct mouse (like Snap ons screwdrivers).
I work on a PC all day and the mouse really irritates my wrist.

 

[blue dog]

Monte, in the top pic, the last driver on the left, is that a Wera acetate handled driver? I have not been able to find those in the states. Do You like them and are they worthy?
Thanks for sharing your pics, i all ways enjoy them.

 

[mrholeshot]

I have hand pain from a number of soft tissue tears in my wrist. (No jokes please)
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Come on Mark it's such a good opertunity

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Monte, in the top pic, the last driver on the left, is that a Wera acetate handled driver? I have not been able to find those in the states. Do You like them and are they worthy?

I have a set of them at work:

 

[mrholeshot]

Monte, what do you work on? Must be really clean

 

[Monte]

Monte, Thanks for sharing. It always interest me to see toolboxes from other countries. I'd love to see the toolbox of a master technician in Taiwan

In the thread "Tools from the..." there are many ppl from all over the world who posted their tools, also from Taiwan + China

Monte, in the top pic, the last driver on the left, is that a Wera acetate handled driver? I have not been able to find those in the states. Do You like them and are they worthy?
Thanks for sharing your pics, i all ways enjoy them.

Yes it is. They´re old. I don´t know when they stopped production of them (btw.: first introduced in 1968) over here, but Wera in South Africa still makes them in clear orange acetate. My favorite Wera drivers so far are the "Kraftform Comfort" series (3rd from left). I must confess that i prefer "rubber" coated handles.

Monte, what do you work on? Must be really clean

The pictured screwdrivers are from my collection, and not for work.

here is the proof that i also use some screwdrivers

 

[rayzor32]

wiha and snap on.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Yes it is. They´re old. I don´t know when they stopped production of them (btw.: first introduced in 1968) over here, but Wera in South Africa still makes them in clear orange acetate.

That's where mine are from. They're just as good as the German ones as far as i can tell. The tips fit better than my Snap-on screwdrivers. They're really nice drivers and i love the colour of them too.

 

[Monte]

www.wera.co.za

 

[Moose-LandTran]

www.wera.co.za

Oh hell yes! Will have to see if my South African friend can get me more!

 

[ecotec]

i feel the wiha soft handled screwdrivers feel awesome (i have the insulated ones). the ergonomics are great.

 

[pep]

Oh hell yes! Will have to see if my South African friend can get me more!

I'll buy a set.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

I'll buy a set.

Which set do you want? I'll call him tomorrow and see if he can get them.

 

[MadMark]

Okay, jokes allowed.

 

[vssjim]

I really do like my Toptul screwdrivers, I only have a few but really like how they feel and the tips are holding up well and fit the screws good and also the red and black Craftsman pros are a good product that I like and can be bought for a good price.