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Benito

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I bought the US Bonhdus ones in SAE and Metric and besides the handles being a bit smaller than I wanted on many sizes (didn't want "precision screwdriver" sizes) they seem to stop at sizes that leave a lot of usage out. The very day i got these I needed a 3/16" and was stumped as to why that size isn't included.

So used to using bits that I've not gotten to learn the sizes I'm used to seeing by name.



Any recommendations for sets that ideally start larger, but least least end larger?
I want to turny turny, not T-drive, ratchet or L-key my way through projects.
 
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bwringer said:
TIATA (Tekton Is Always The Answer)

Tekton goes up to 3/8" in barleycorns, and 10mm in millimeters...

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Hex High-Torque Screwdriver Set (5/64–3/8 in.) | TEKTON

Discontinued: This product was removed from our current lineup. DHX90102.
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14-Piece Metric Black Oxide Blade Hex Driver Set | TEKTON | Made in USA

Includes: 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5, 4, 4.5, 5, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 mm Hex screwdrivers. Black oxide blades and our patented ergonomic handle.#DHX91202.
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I'm sorry, but that's simply not going to work.

All the same handle Size? And a handle size that's decently big for each size?
Large shanks that taper to a hex just at the end so the whole thing doesnt flex?
All same length?
SAE is black and Metric separate color as red?
Up to stupid large sizes?
USA made?
No skipped sizes?

I'm afraid this makes so much sense that it would indict me as an idiot for not buying these first.








(Just kidding, bought. Thanks, thread done. Well done sir)
 
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LOL, thanks!

That weird triple-ripple alien phallus handle feels very strange in the hand, but it really does give the most ridiculously firm grip I've ever experienced. You can apply monster torque, at least to the limits of your forearm.

I also love how Tekton sets usually have a no-skip option. For example, the full metric set includes 7mm and 9mm, which most sets leave out. These sizes are rare but they do exist, and they pop up in the most inconvenient places and times; I once had to abandon a project in process for a few hours while I scoured hardware stores for a set with a 9mm hex key.
 
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bwringer said:
LOL, thanks!

That weird triple-ripple alien phallus handle feels very strange in the hand, but it really does give the most ridiculously firm grip I've ever experienced. You can apply monster torque, at least to the limits of your forearm.

I also love how Tekton sets usually have a no-skip option. For example, the full metric set includes 7mm and 9mm, which most sets leave out. These sizes are rare but they do exist, and they pop up in the most inconvenient places and times; I once had to abandon a project in process for a few hours while I scoured hardware stores for a set with a 9mm hex key.
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For some reason the high torque handles do not agree with my hands.

However their hard handles are the best feeling handle for any driver I’ve ever held.

About once a year I keep asking if they’ll make their nut drivers, hex screwdrivers, etc in the hard handle option…even telling them I’ll buy everything if they do.

The answer is always “no plans to do so.” :(
 
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For some reason the high torque handles do not agree with my hands.

However their hard handles are the best feeling handle for any driver I’ve ever held.
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Tekton's high torque handles feel kinda weird and wrong at first, but holy damn they are very effective and do live up to the name "high torque".

And for handles with a soft grippy layer, they hold up to assorted chemicals far better than any others I've used.

If I had to hold them all day every day I suppose I'd either get used to them or find something else.
 
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bwringer said:
Tekton's high torque handles feel kinda weird and wrong at first, but holy damn they are very effective and do live up to the name "high torque".

And for handles with a soft grippy layer, they hold up to assorted chemicals far better than any others I've used.

If I had to hold them all day every day I suppose I'd either get used to them or find something else.
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I guess I’ve gotten old enough (read: weak and out of shape) that if I need to apply high torque using a screwdriver…I’m reaching for another tool. Preferably one with a battery or cord :)
 
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