Ohio Andy
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I wanted something small to carry around mostly geared towards taking apart pocket knives. I purchased two different packaging of the SteinWhale Stubby Mini Screwdriver. These handles are not all that great, but, they are very compact. These cost roughly $10 each.
I really wanted T6 so I ordered this version, which has two sided bits:
Torx T6, T8, T10, T15, T20, T25
Square: R2
Phillips: PH0, PH1, PH2
Flathead: SL3, SL4, SL6
Hex: H3, H4, H5, H6
One bit holder
Another version with:
Torx T8, T9, T10, T15, T20, T25, T27, T30
Square: R2
Phillips: PH1, PH2, PH2 (these look different), PH3
Pozi: PZ2
Flathead: SL3, SL5, SL6
Hex: H3, H4, H5, H6
I also purchased a CRKT which stores the bits in the handle, which is held together using magnets. This is roughly $30 and is significantly nicer in every way than the SteinWhale in use.
The following bits are stored in the handle: T6, T7, T8, T9, T10, T15
You can easily replace any of these bits since they are of standard size.
I was working on a hard drive, which had many T6 screws so I decided to give the SteinWhale a try. Things worked pretty well but that little handle was not very comfortable to use. Three of the screws did not want to come out, but came out with lots of pressure. One of the screws immediately stripped the T6 head. It was not coming out.
Enter the GripEdge 132-PC RPT Multi-Bit Driver set
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I guess that all I really needed was:
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The T6 was completely striped out after failing with the SteinWhale so I used the T7
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The GripEdge pulled it right out with no discernible wear on the bit. The SteinWhale T6 (from S2 steel) shows noticeable wear from only a few screws. I have used the GripEdge on a few knives where I was concerned with damaging the fastener; it is why I purchased the GripEdge. I don’t care for the price, but this set has worked very well for me.
And yes, the screw was a T6, but not after the SteinWhale was done with it. It was like screw #3 of 6 on a hub.
I really wanted T6 so I ordered this version, which has two sided bits:
Torx T6, T8, T10, T15, T20, T25
Square: R2
Phillips: PH0, PH1, PH2
Flathead: SL3, SL4, SL6
Hex: H3, H4, H5, H6
One bit holder
Another version with:
Torx T8, T9, T10, T15, T20, T25, T27, T30
Square: R2
Phillips: PH1, PH2, PH2 (these look different), PH3
Pozi: PZ2
Flathead: SL3, SL5, SL6
Hex: H3, H4, H5, H6
I also purchased a CRKT which stores the bits in the handle, which is held together using magnets. This is roughly $30 and is significantly nicer in every way than the SteinWhale in use.
The following bits are stored in the handle: T6, T7, T8, T9, T10, T15
You can easily replace any of these bits since they are of standard size.
I was working on a hard drive, which had many T6 screws so I decided to give the SteinWhale a try. Things worked pretty well but that little handle was not very comfortable to use. Three of the screws did not want to come out, but came out with lots of pressure. One of the screws immediately stripped the T6 head. It was not coming out.
Enter the GripEdge 132-PC RPT Multi-Bit Driver set
132-PC RPT Multi-Bit Driver Set
Experience superior torque with our RPT Multi-Bit Driver Set - 132 Pieces at Grip Edge Tools. Boost your efficiency today! Ideal for any toolbox.
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I guess that all I really needed was:
T6 - 1/4" Hex Dr RPT Star Bit | GRIPEDGE Tools
• Patented and unique bi-directional design enables loosening & tightening of new and damaged fasteners• R.P.T. Technology is designed to prevent rounding of new and compromised fasteners• R.P.T. Technology provides up to 50% more torque on NEW fasteners• R.P.T. Technology provides up to 400%...
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The T6 was completely striped out after failing with the SteinWhale so I used the T7
T7 - 1/4" Hex Dr RPT Star Bit | GRIPEDGE Tools
• Patented and unique bi-directional design enables loosening & tightening of new and damaged fasteners• R.P.T. Technology is designed to prevent rounding of new and compromised fasteners• R.P.T. Technology provides up to 50% more torque on NEW fasteners• R.P.T. Technology provides up to 400%...
www.gripedgetools.com
The GripEdge pulled it right out with no discernible wear on the bit. The SteinWhale T6 (from S2 steel) shows noticeable wear from only a few screws. I have used the GripEdge on a few knives where I was concerned with damaging the fastener; it is why I purchased the GripEdge. I don’t care for the price, but this set has worked very well for me.
And yes, the screw was a T6, but not after the SteinWhale was done with it. It was like screw #3 of 6 on a hub.