Nut and torx drivers

[rick carpenter]

I'm looking for nut drivers and dedicated torx drivers that have the same barrel shape (not bulb shape) comfort or cushion grip handles. So far I've found the new Craftsmans to fit the bill but each SAE size says they're "Metric and SAE".

https://www.lowes.com/pd/CRAFTSMAN-5-16-in-x-3-in-Metric-and-SAE-Combination-Nut-Driver/1000594239

Are SAE-Metric "equivalent" sizes equivalent enough for nut drivers? What other nut & torx driver choices with the same handles are available?

 

[FigureItOut]

When you say the same handles, you just want your torx driver and nut driver handles to match each other? Seems easy enough. Klein comes to mind,I know they have what you're looking for.

As to the metric/SAE combo tools, that may be fine for some applications, but I wouldn't buy them. If you're concerned about matching handles, I'd think that knowing your drivers aren't ideally sized to your fasteners would bother you also.

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[Wamsutta]

Klein comes to mind

Comes to my mind too; they're grippy and round for spinning fast.

 

[mudflap]

If you buy the Craftsman save the receipt.. Lowes will warranty SBD Craftsman if you have the receipt..and make a copy of it..they print it with that ink that fades away in about a year. But as cheap as those are..might be too much of a hassle..

 

[Diymedic]

Take a look at Tekton. They have nut drivers, torx, and Allen drivers with the same handles as well as their screwdrivers. Comfortable grip but are very wide, something to consider.

 

[rick carpenter]

I know Kleins will always work, and I have some, but I thought maybe I'd try Craftsman or another brand. One of the nut drivers is the "Craftsman 5/16-in x 3-in Metric and SAE Combination Nut Driver", so I was hoping 5/16" was the actual size and it simply worked well enough on 8mm, and the same for 1/4" on 6mm. I'm wanting these for panel and electrical work, not for any metric capability.

I like the rubberized plain round/octagonal barrel handles like my Milwaukees or Kleins, not any of the ergo or bulb shapes.

 

[Wamsutta]

"Metric and SAE Combination" = Mickey Mouse Cheesy ****

 

[Tonyuk]

Wera make the best torx screwdrivers out there as well as the best 1/4" impact bits imo.

My nut drivers are from tekton, however i actually prefer to just keep a 1/4 spinner handle in my box and use a socket on it if i really need to. I have a wera 7mm nut spinner with a flex shaft, essential imo.

 

[Steve_P]

I like Wiha. Their bits and drivers are bulletproof and no issues with their nut drivers as well

 

[gatlibs]

http://www.bondhus.com/pages/nut-drivers

I like these. They are affordable and domestically made, too.

 

[isb cornbinder]

I have GREAT NECK and the tools served me very well at work. Made in USA
http://backintheusa.us/company.php?companynametable=GreatNeckTools,LLC

 

[jeffmoss26]

love my Klein nutdrivers!

 

[foolio]

For Torx, I like my Wera.

 

[Shane6377]

I love my Klein's too. I have Wiha metrics and they are excellent as well.

I also use my SK or Craftsman spinner handle with a 1/4" socket set a lot. Not nuttdrivers but a very versatile option especially for grab and go.


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[Professional Tool User]

For torx drivers, Tekton and Wera are both relatively affordable and have soft handles. I probably use my torx impact driver bits and torx sockets more though. As for nut drivers, once I bought a 1/4 dr set, I started using the 1/4 dr handle with the sockets instead.

 

[Wamsutta]

PB SwissGrip would be at the top of my list for their handle design and their sticky santoprene covering. That's a fast spinning handle right there.

 

[IdahoMan]

The Wiha or Wera brands seem to be the expensive, popular ones. I have no experience with them. I'm looking for some Torx, like these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CSWY50O/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[Shane6377]

PB Swiss are amazing but not cheap. If it's something you will use a lot and don't mind the cost they are the top of the line IMO.

I have a hard time finding a source. Looking to get a single PH2. Do you know of a good source?


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[redwrench60]

Hard to beat Klein for great nut drivers and Torx drivers and they meet all your criteria. They don’t cost a bunch either. Seems like a no brainer. I have Klein hollow shaft nut drivers and Torx drivers at work and I’m completely satisfied with them. I never was much on all the goofy, bulbous European brand screwdriver handles. I had a set of Wiha insulated Torx drivers and hated the handles. Just a weird feeling, poor spinning and poor handle proportioning to the size. I gave them away after almost winging them in the trash can.

 

[Wamsutta]

Looking to get a single PH2. Do you know of a good source?

What length shaft?

 

[Shane6377]

What length shaft?

100-150mm


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[CR888]

I personally like the Wiha T-handles, they come in the length you desire. They make nice comfort grips too but no regular handle or comfort grip will allow you to put out as much controlled torque as a T-handle will. I have both the comfort grips & T-handles in Torx & metric nut drivers. Just something too consider, screwdrivers work better with comfort grips but but drivers & Torx are better IMO in T.

 

[LXCam]

I'm wanting these for panel and electrical work, not for any metric capability. .

Ive spent the majority of my life as a sparky. The last thing you want are ill fitting tools on what can become very expensive hardware if fobarred. Personally I'd opt for Klein.

 

[Wamsutta]

100-150mm

100mm https://www.shop.pbtools.us/SwissGr...ize-2-100mm-blade-81902-100.htm?categoryId=-1

150mm https://www.shop.pbtools.us/SwissGr...ize-2-150mm-blade-81902-150.htm?categoryId=-1

 

[Shane6377]

100mm https://www.shop.pbtools.us/SwissGr...ize-2-100mm-blade-81902-100.htm?categoryId=-1

150mm https://www.shop.pbtools.us/SwissGr...ize-2-150mm-blade-81902-150.htm?categoryId=-1

Thanks. That's the site I've checked out before. Unfortunately shipping is $19.44 for USPS Ground for a single screwdriver. The screwdriver was $13.20 for a total cost of $32.64!
That are nice, but not that nice.


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[Wamsutta]

Amazon has the short one.

100mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001D2Q3HI/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[IdahoMan]

Am looking at these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B8L4Q3Q/?tag=atomicindus08-20

That's about $2-a-piece.

 

[rick carpenter]

Am looking at these:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B8L4Q3Q/?tag=atomicindus08-20

That's about $2-a-piece.

I could get these and use them with my Switch Drive, but I don't like using it so much. The release mechanism is the metal collar where the bit inserts, but it doesn't lock to where you can't accidentally depress it and not lose the bit. For this reason a Switch Drive doesn't work well in tight spaces or stash well in a pouch. Klein could fix that easily.

My preference is always dedicated drivers and not insert/bit drivers. I like my Bondhus t-handles for the arbor set screws for my hole saws and maybe for the nut drivers (yes, diverting away from the original post), but t-handles don't carry around as well in a pouch. I was really hoping to give Craftsman a shot but if they don't fit either size well then what good are they... so I'll go with Klein or Bondhus drivers as have been recommended.