Yesterday I was at a friends house helping him wrench on his Honda, I reached into his tool box to grap a Phillips screwdriver to my surprise he had nothing but klien. Now I own craftsman and for some reason or another have never held a good quility screwdriver before. I must say that klien Phillips to me was the cats meow, the comfort was crazy. To me I always thought it came down to tips, I was wrong. Guys I got a budget of $100 and comfort being paramount. An 8 piece set would be nice but 6 isn't a deal breaker. I humbly thank you for your input.
IMO comfort screwdriver recommend
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BrokewrenchLS1
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Felo is the most comfortable I've used so far; can't comment on tip durability as I haven't used them nearly as long as my Wiha stuff. Hazet screwdrivers are also very comfortable.
Wiha and Wera both have great tip durability (Wiha better in my experience), but their handles aren't nearly as comfortable as the Felo Ergonics I have.
Wiha and Wera both have great tip durability (Wiha better in my experience), but their handles aren't nearly as comfortable as the Felo Ergonics I have.
If you want to apply a lot of torque, Felo Ergonics is my vote. Beta BetaMax is also very good. Wiha Softfinish and Microfinish are nice. Hazet Hexanamic also. PB Swiss tips are very good but only the Swissgrip handles are comfortable to me.
For me a bigger grip that is wider on top is the most comfortable, but it depends on the size of your hands.
For me a bigger grip that is wider on top is the most comfortable, but it depends on the size of your hands.
I agree. The Felo Ergo's and PB Swiss are the most comfortable.
For cracking screws free nothing beats Snap On. They have thick triangular handles that let you really crank on screws. The other brands mentioned have rounder handles that are better for spinning screws in. The instincts can be a little clumsy.
My favorite is the Snap On ratchet instincts. And I think I prefer the solid shanks to the bit shanks.
My favorite is the Snap On ratchet instincts. And I think I prefer the solid shanks to the bit shanks.
MDK22
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I got a set of Myahew Cat's Paw Screwdrivers and they are amazing. Mind you they are not different colors so knowing which is phillips or slotted you have to look but.... https://www.amazon.com/Mayhew-Select-66306-Screwdriver-10-Piece/dp/B000K1LXAK/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
I use them as a technician and I am very happy with them. Especially the capped end you can use a hammer on and the ergonomic position of your finger fits into the recessed plastic for extra leverage. Though i still go back to my Craftsman when I need weird sizes or extra longs.
I use them as a technician and I am very happy with them. Especially the capped end you can use a hammer on and the ergonomic position of your finger fits into the recessed plastic for extra leverage. Though i still go back to my Craftsman when I need weird sizes or extra longs.
Proto Duratek
http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/2014/03/proto-duratek-screwdrivers/
http://toolguyd.com/proto-duratek-screwdrivers/
and Vessel.
http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/2014/03/proto-duratek-screwdrivers/
http://toolguyd.com/proto-duratek-screwdrivers/
and Vessel.
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bwringer
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Tekton sells a very, very nice US-made set:
http://tekton.com/Screwdrivers/Screwdrivers/16-pc-Screwdriver-Set
You can go look at them and cop a feel at any Meijer store.
http://tekton.com/Screwdrivers/Screwdrivers/16-pc-Screwdriver-Set
You can go look at them and cop a feel at any Meijer store.
thegroundpounder99
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How about getting the Klein's like you used? You know you like them and they should fit your budget.
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shockwave
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For comfort look at witte they are very nice and
n8n
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I'm going to depart from common wisdom and recommend to start a Snap-On SSDMR4 ratcheting bit holder. Why? It's great, and it's easier to amass a good collection of bits rather than full screwdrivers. Then double back and fill in the gaps in your collection with "real" screwdrivers when you find you need them. I am using the SO bits for Phillips and flat blade and have augmented that with PB Swiss for Pozidriv and Vessel for JIS. The remainder is a big kit from Harbor Freight. I also have the full Williams set of "real" screwdrivers for Phillips and a few old HH SOs for Pozidriv. Sometimes you don't have enough space for a bit holder, which is when you need the "real" screwdrivers.
I apparently did stuff the hard way for years before I got the SSDMR4, it's one of those life changing tools like a shake 'n' break.
Another gotta have it screwdriver is the Klein 11 in 1, there's a reason every electrician I know has one.
I apparently did stuff the hard way for years before I got the SSDMR4, it's one of those life changing tools like a shake 'n' break.
Another gotta have it screwdriver is the Klein 11 in 1, there's a reason every electrician I know has one.
I know Wera's look goofy, but I love them. Most of my drivers are Wera. My buddy, who's a far greater mechanic then I, swears by his SK sets as well. I've used them and they, too, are comfortable. Were'a drivers with the lasertips are pretty baller!
yamaha0343
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Exactly, if you really liked the Kleins, they are readily available at Home Depot and are a quality tool.
I find the Klein and Craftsman Professionals to be comfortable. I also have some imported Channellock screwdrivers from Sam's Club that I surprisingly like alot.
Brownsfan
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The most comfortable screwdriver handle I have ever used is the Snap On instincts. Pricey but worth it IMHO. A close second is the red and black handle Craftsman Pros. These are not available in the craftsman name but can be found under the SK name for pretty cheap. When I say close second I mean really close. The only reason the Snap ons herbage edge is the grip. They really allow you to grip the handle and apply the maximum torque possible. The tips are better as well. But they are at least double the price. Here is a 9PC set for less than $100 and a pretty complete set. http://www.cpooutlets.com/sk-hand-t...qvvw6PMTkPBH1u7ha5RQY2ImTseDXGPCH0BoC1oTw_wcB
Bottom line is, nobody can answer this for you, it's a personal decision.
For example, someone mentioned the Snap On ratcheting bit driver, I can't stand it. To me it's large and clunky and the bits rolling around in the handle during use drove me crazy. A lot of love here for Wera too, they make fine tools but I'm not a fan of their Kraftform handle...
See, different strokes for different folks. You have some great recommendations here, maybe order half a dozen different manufacturers in a popular size, say PH2, decide on the one you like best and sell the ones you don't care for.
Wera
Wiha
Vessel
Klein
PB Swiss
Snap On/Blue Point
SK
Witte
Facom
Felo
Proto
OK, maybe more than 1/2 dozen...
For example, someone mentioned the Snap On ratcheting bit driver, I can't stand it. To me it's large and clunky and the bits rolling around in the handle during use drove me crazy. A lot of love here for Wera too, they make fine tools but I'm not a fan of their Kraftform handle...
See, different strokes for different folks. You have some great recommendations here, maybe order half a dozen different manufacturers in a popular size, say PH2, decide on the one you like best and sell the ones you don't care for.
Wera
Wiha
Vessel
Klein
PB Swiss
Snap On/Blue Point
SK
Witte
Facom
Felo
Proto
OK, maybe more than 1/2 dozen...
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Al Borland
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Kliens are NICE!!!
And DURABLE!!! Well worth the money.
And DURABLE!!! Well worth the money.
Also, you mentioned Honda in your OP, not sure if you're talking about motorcycle or what vintage but a lot of Japanese screws are JIS. They look like Philips, but aren't. Philips screwdriver may strip the head of a JIS fastener but JIS driver will work on Philips heads. Just food for thought when making your decision...