looking for interchangeable screwdriver.

[hautpot]

Hi, can any fellow tool addicts suggest a screwdriver that is the most secure locking for 1/4" HEX power shanks?

That is the only criteria. Country of origin and price does not matter. And yes I am aware of festool's centrotec.

 

[Danglerb]

By secure locking do you mean not falling out, or gripping from the sides for little wiggle?

 

[jipps]

I use Milwaukee shockwave bit holders. Work well, and impact quality.

 

[hautpot]

By secure locking I mean have a tight, precise fit in the hex. I have several super long power bits and I find the fit on my power tools not ideal. Too much wiggle.

 

[bonneyman]

You might want to look at the Makita Gold line. They have all sorts of impact-rated goodies - something might fit your needs.

http://makitatools.com/en-us/Modules/Accessories/ImpactGOLD/Default.aspx

 

[BMack37]

Felo, I recently received a Felo T-handle for 1/4" hex, the fit is great and the magnet is by far the strongest I've ever seen on a bit holder. It actually magnetizes 2.5" bits better than any other bit holder is able to magnetize a 1" bit. Also, I love their screwdriver handles, this is a no brainer in my opinion.

...and it's half price if you buy it this month from Ash!

 

[hautpot]

An example of something I am after is something like this screwdriver. I have some of these bits:

 

[Danglerb]

I hate the wiggle, nothing I've found doesn't have it.

 

[BMack37]

I hate the wiggle, nothing I've found doesn't have it.

Try the Felo bit holders. If you're looking for a quick release, I've found the Bosch is the best(thus far) after trying several. It does have a little bit of wiggle but it's only noticeable with long bits(4.5"). It's one-handed operation also. I have to imagine this is about as good as it gets because of the nature of of a bit/quick release.