JuliusPepperwood
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I need an extra long flat head screw driver that is thick enough in diameter to pry. Doesn’t have to be extremely long as I’ll mainly be using it to pry. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
Extra long flat head screwdriver
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chrisnazzy
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Wait............what? Reread your post please and maybe clarify a bit because your first and second sentences completely contradict each other.
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JuliusPepperwood
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I need an extra long screw driver that is decently wide in diameter to handle light prying, but doesn’t need to be extremely long such as a 24” screw driver that is too long and the diameter isn’t wide enough to pry with.
signcrafter
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Probably get more help if you gave some more specifics. Like how long do you want it? Also would help if you told what it is for.
Fedwrench
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Vim, Mayhew, harbor Freight come to mind
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JuliusPepperwood
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Hahahaha you get me man.
Thanks I’ll get on looking into those brands. As for size Im looking for 12”-17” range. Thanks again everyone.
http://mayhew.com/product/model-40106-12-s-reg-17-straight-sc-dr/
I think that's exactly what you want. There's only one problem though.... now I want one too.
I think that's exactly what you want. There's only one problem though.... now I want one too.
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JuliusPepperwood
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Yup that’s exactly what I’m picturing. This forum is badass thanks jumbojak!!!
bczygan
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Harbor Freight
$7.50 for the pair after 20% coupon.
Strike through for hammering.
https://www.harborfreight.com/2-piece-16-inch-go-thru-screwdriver-set-65772.html
$7.50 for the pair after 20% coupon.
Strike through for hammering.
https://www.harborfreight.com/2-piece-16-inch-go-thru-screwdriver-set-65772.html
chrisnazzy
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Sorry I couldn't be more help, just needed more specifics of what you were after. Looks like the Mayhew or HF options posted by jumbojak and bczygan might be perfect for ya. And you're definitely right, GJ is badass.
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They offer one with the same grip as the Dominator pry bars too. Might suit you better but I couldn't find an easy link on Mayhew's site.
Old forge comes to mind for that kind of duty
https://www.amazon.com/Old-Forge-OLD6019-Screwdriver/dp/B0015PJCRG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1516936232&sr=8-1&keywords=old+forge+screwdriver
https://www.amazon.com/Old-Forge-OLD6019-Screwdriver/dp/B0015PJCRG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1516936232&sr=8-1&keywords=old+forge+screwdriver
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Not sure on the length but proto makes straight pry bars that look like giant screw drivers I believe I've seen one 24" at least
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JJ_From_NC
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Google the term "demolition screwdriver"
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zakmartin
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Why buy one when you can get three?
http://mayhew.com/product/model-61354-3-pc-dominator-straight-scr-dr/
Rick B.
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I got this Husky driver several years ago at Home Depot. Measures 20". I use it for removing stock screws on shotguns and it's plenty sturdy.
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JuliusPepperwood
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The mayhew showed up today.View media item 80139
Negen
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Wilde with the square screwdriver shaft is quite stout for light prying.
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That seems to actually be designed to be a prying tool though. Isn't the joy of using a screwdriver to pry rooted in rebelliousness not superior function? Similar to the "every tool has a hammer side" crowd?
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PugetDude
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My old 3/8 Dewalt Demo driver is my go-to for prying and bending.
I've never actually used it as a screwdriver.
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You have two options.
1. You can buy a long flat head that you can easily warranty if it breaks. Husky, Kobalt, and Harbor Freight would be some examples. As for the Harbor Freight set of two that someone else mentioned, it might be a bit long for prying without bending the shaft and the striking caps are a joke. I've destroyed the handle on the flathead in just one afternoon of hammering.
2. Go buy an actual flathead pry bar. I would go buy the mayhew dominator ones. My three curved dominator bars have withstood my abuse for over a year and you can hammers on them with no issues. The downside with these bars is that the tip might be a bit thick.
1. You can buy a long flat head that you can easily warranty if it breaks. Husky, Kobalt, and Harbor Freight would be some examples. As for the Harbor Freight set of two that someone else mentioned, it might be a bit long for prying without bending the shaft and the striking caps are a joke. I've destroyed the handle on the flathead in just one afternoon of hammering.
2. Go buy an actual flathead pry bar. I would go buy the mayhew dominator ones. My three curved dominator bars have withstood my abuse for over a year and you can hammers on them with no issues. The downside with these bars is that the tip might be a bit thick.
davethorik
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I have this Klein USA 600-12 "screwdriver" I picked up recently. 12" shank, 1/2" tip. IIRC the best online price was HD, so had them ship to my local store. It was $17 but I really like the Klein cushion grip. This is the largest "screwdriver" Klein offers.
I also have one of the Proto 24" "screwdrivers" as well, picked it up on discount from HJE a number of yrs back. I keep this in the corner of kitchen pantry for random "screwdriving" and prybar tasks around the house.
I also have one of the Proto 24" "screwdrivers" as well, picked it up on discount from HJE a number of yrs back. I keep this in the corner of kitchen pantry for random "screwdriving" and prybar tasks around the house.
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I have an extra long and fairly sturdy USA Craftsman screwdriver I've had for about 20 years. I don't have it at home, but I'd guess it's about 20 inches long. I've used it for prying and as a chisel of sorts successfully countless times. The only think I don't think I've ever used it for was driving screws. As I remember I picked it up on sale on a whim. Unlike my better screwdrivers (Williams Hard handles, Wiha and a couple Snap-on) I don't worry about mistreating the Craftsman slotted drivers, because they're relatively inexpensive.
The Phillips Craftsman drivers on the other hand, I find to be relatively useless, as the ones I've run across have very soft tips and aren't so good at being prybars...
The Phillips Craftsman drivers on the other hand, I find to be relatively useless, as the ones I've run across have very soft tips and aren't so good at being prybars...
d.mcfarland
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The OP has already purchased what he was looking for.