Help Choose Precision Screwdriver Set!!

[Stuey]

$18.62 plus shipping of course.

I can take some detailed pictures if you would like.

Now it says $19 + $9 shipping. I just ordered the Wera Micro from Small Parts for $20. Amazon has it for $25 with free shipping. Several of the Wiha sets are on the order of $23-$27.

Are the SKs made in the US?

Ahh, so the pico isn't actually a rubbery/grippy surface but just a different shape! They do look like they will have better turning power, however! I think you will find that Wera's are best ergonomic precision screwdrivers made! End of story! I am looking forward to hearing what your evaluation of them will be...

It does have a rubbery/grippy surface, but it's subtle, which makes sense for a precision driver.

 

[scottmlew]

If you're going to use them a lot, I highly recommend the Wiha PicoFinish. I've tried pretty much every "micro" screwdriver style, and this is, by far, my favorite.

 

[tw33k2514]

I will go out to the garage and see where they are made.

I would just get them if your into doing a huge review of micro drivers or something. Because honestly, I have used a wera...and it really is the best.

Edit: They do not say, but I will assume until told otherwise that they are made in France like SK's regular screwdrivers.

 

[Stuey]

I will go out to the garage and see where they are made.

I would just get them if your into doing a huge review of micro drivers or something. Because honestly, I have used a wera...and it really is the best.

Edit: They do not say, but I will assume until told otherwise that they are made in France like SK's regular screwdrivers.

Maybe in a few months I'll pick up the SK and Felo sets, but for now, I can't justify the cost.

I have a lot on my plate - a nailer review that's almost done, parts 3-6 or so of the Tool Science: Chroming/Coatings series, and several comparison reviews I need to do. That, and I'm trying to reorganize my workroom and deal with three computers all with different issues. lol, I love it! I'm much more productive when the pressure's on.

 

[Flash21]

...I am looking forward to hearing what your evaluation of them will be...

Me too, the winner should be setup through the ToolGuyd at a good price! I predict 1) Wera 2) Wiha 3) Witte

Although, I would have no issues with the Wihas. We use those at work and they are nice.

 

[ourkid2000]

http://www.wihatools.com/200seri/269e_boxsets.htm

I have these in my line box (I'm an avionics technician) and I like them a lot. The blades are interchangeable and the case is compact & very convenient. The adjustable length is also quite handy & the quality is excellent. I have the 26996 set.

 

[Flash21]

thanks for the link ourkid, nice

 

[Garage_Mahal]

This set:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250488762064

 

[Stuey]

uh-oh...

I received the Wera set today. Made in Czech Republic is written on the drivers in a very low contrast color. Anyhow, I kind of like them.......

 

[Flash21]

No way! I thought all of their stuff was made right in Germany.

 

[Stuey]

No way! I thought all of their stuff was made right in Germany.

I know some of their standard drivers are made in the CR, but thought the miro Kraftforms were made in Germany. It shouldn't affect the quality, though.

 

[tube_guy]

I've heard nothing but good things about the Moody precision drivers.

http://www.moodytools.com

And they are made in the USA. I have some of their spring positioning tools and they are really top-notch. They don't bend or break while stretching some pretty stout springs. Moody is really good to deal with as a company too.

 

[Stuey]

I've heard nothing but good things about the Moody precision drivers.

http://www.moodytools.com

And they are made right here in Rhode Island. I have some of their spring positioning tools and they are really top-notch. They don't bend or break while stretching some pretty stout springs. Moody is really good to deal with as a company too.

Yep, I've got a Moody catalog on the shelf. I try not to look at it, because everytime I see it, I hear "what's one more set" in my head!!

 

[scottmlew]

I've heard nothing but good things about the Moody precision drivers.

http://www.moodytools.com

And they are made right here in Rhode Island. I have some of their spring positioning tools and they are really top-notch. They don't bend or break while stretching some pretty stout springs. Moody is really good to deal with as a company too.

I generally like the Moody's stuff I have, but I was disappointed with the tip-strength of their small flat blade screwdrivers. I broke two on a screw that a friend's Wera took out with no problem. And, Moody's wanted nothing to do with it when I called them. I still have those 2 broken tools (from 9 years ago!), maybe I'll try them again!

Also, when I lived in MA (just over the RI border) it was more interesting to patronize them, now that I'm in TX they're basically the same distance from me as Germany