Flex Head Torque Wrench

[Fudog]

I have a Craftsman 1/2 in torque wrench 25-250 ft pounds that recently gave out in the way that I can no longer see the torque setting through the window on the handle and this is the third one I have had within the last ten years but I have decided to look for a flex head 1/2 in 25-250 ft pounds and not a Craftsman. I dont want to break the bank on one so does anyone have any suggestions of a fairly decent brand name to buy. Thanks!

 

[CLee0507]

http://www.tooltopia.com/precision-instruments-c3fr250f.aspx

PI 40-250 ft. lbs. split beam type, I've used a Snap-on one and love it.

 

[Guzzi]

X2. The head flexes about 20 degrees in either direction. Another source.http://www.tooldiscounter.com/ItemDisplay.cfm?lookup=PREC3FR250F&source=froogle&kw=PREC3FR250F

 

[csargents1546]

Another option is cdi torque wrench. They are a snap on company, I bought one of their 3/8 flex heads. Compared it side by side with a so, except for the design of the head, they are identical. Oh and for half the price.

 

[Fedwrench]

As others have pointed out, Precision instruments split beam with the thumb wheel adjustment is your best bet.