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I posted a precision screwdriver roundup on ToolGuyd showing off my favorite drivers.

http://toolguyd.com/precision-screwdrivers-roundup/

Which are my absolute favorites? Wiha classic. They're simple, comfortable, and reliable. I've used them on teeny tiny irreplaceable screws without fear of damage.

Which would you recommend? I have Wiha, Wera, Witte, General/Craftsman, and PB Swiss, and am looking for other brands to try out. Felo and Moody are on my immediate radar, but I'd like to hear your thoughts all the same.
 

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I've got 4 sets of precision drivers.

One set, an older Husky set, all aluminum body, and it has held up pretty well. I have it in a travel box. It's never mangled or eaten up any screws and the tips have all held up very well considering I purchased them for under $3.

I have a set of Channellock precision drivers that came with their latest screwdriver set that was offered at Sam's Club this past year. I've put them through a couple tasks and they seem capable. I couldn't honestly give a super fair assessment because I haven't used them anywhere near as much as my other sets.

I've got two sets of Wera precision drivers. Both their standard precision drivers and their ESD safe counterparts. These are my most comprehensive set of precision drivers and they're fantastic. The tips have all held up to plenty of use over the last 2.5 years and they're actually used quite frequently.

Comfort-wise, I'd have to almost say the cheapie Channellock precision drivers, mainly for their sizing in the handle...I feel as though sometimes that the Husky and Wera sets are almost a tad too small for my hands.

I'd love to incorporate some Moody precision drivers into my tool assortment at some point and time...they look good and I've heard nothing but good things about them.
 
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Channellock, eh? I'll have to look for those.

After so many spinning shanks in the past I'm hesitant to go for small metal-bodied drivers.
 
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Stuey said:
Channellock, eh? I'll have to look for those.

After so many spinning shanks in the past I'm hesitant to go for small metal-bodied drivers.
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Yeah, they're the precision drivers pictured in THIS link.

Picked this set up at Sam's Club sometime last year, for right around $12 bucks if I remember correctly. Nothing fancy, but the slightly larger handle size with its ergonomics is what I really like them for.
 
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I've got a set from Ironside. Made in Germany. So far I like them.

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archirelic said:
Yeah, they're the precision drivers pictured in THIS link.

Picked this set up at Sam's Club sometime last year, for right around $12 bucks if I remember correctly. Nothing fancy, but the slightly larger handle size with its ergonomics is what I really like them for.
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I have a set of those Channellock's and I agree about the handles. I also have a set from Tekton that is identical to them. I also have the Wera and Wiha precision drivers.
 
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I gave my son who is a general contractor a set of those Channellock's several years ago. I got them at Costco as well. I think they were $19.99
They are really holding up and I like the grip on them. They are hardened and have had a lot of use.

I would go with wiha. They make a lot of miniature sets of drivers. You can find them half price if you look hard. Some are cheap on E bay. They slip through without bids once in a while. I have some and they are nice.

I also have a small set of Snap-on drivers and picks. It is in a zippered case. 12 tools in all. That is my go to set when I have small things to unscrew. They are the best I have ever used. I paid about $65 used with shipping on E bay years ago and they are worth every penny.
 
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I would also have to say that for comprehensiveness and variety, it appears Wiha takes the cake on this one. I've looked through their entire line-up of precision drivers and have been thoroughly impressed at what's all produced.
 
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Our maintenance guy at work has a set of Wihas. Tried them out and decided to buy a basic set for myself. Love the quality and will definitely buy more. Light years ahead of the standard crappy jewel sets you find everywhere.
 
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Can you post a pic and # for the SO set in zippered case please? I a lot of computer work and use/need small to micro drivers that are comfortable. It would be nice to have a nut driver set that matches for tiny nuts.
 
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I am very satisfied with wiha precision screwdrivers.

I had craftsman torx (t6) screwdriver and It would cam out every time. so I bought wiha and I instantly noticed so much less play when screwdriver is inserted. I can tighten the screw tightly without any cam out or stripping head.
 
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Stanley, Husky, plastic or aluminum bodied, either way they get the job done and they're under $10 for a set. Lifetime warranty, decent tips, they've never given me trouble.
 
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Industrial instrument techs call these things "tweakers" and hands down, my shop of 8 techs prefer Wiha. Good prices, hard tips, good grip with cold condition gloves on, tight fit on lots of fasteners, seems to be the go to for the folks in my shop that have the option of any tweaker.
 
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There's a number of good ones, but if in doubt the Wiha redtops are an absolute sleeper choice:
- Precision. 'Best' is somewhat subjective, but by any measure they are at or near the top of the heap.
- Durability. Same story.
- Selection. Look at their catalog for precision drivers, I can't see anyone else that touches it.
- Ergonomics. Again, very subjective, but opinions are either perfect or very good.
- Value. Sure you can buy crappy jewellers screwdrivers for $5 or $10 for a set. But top notch Wiha's for around $20 - can't beat that.

There's others that might be better, and on a tool forum we might like the odd and interesting, but when in doubt the Wiha's are safe picks.
 
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Another vote for Wiha.

My favorites are the Drive-loc series, as you can adjust the blade length (they're longer at max length than the standard fixed blade types), and the handles have very nice ergonomics (can get more torque without hurting your hands).
 
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The set I have and LOVE is an older set of starrett. They are strong and are a perfect fit. I'm a machinist and all my mic's, indicators, calipers, and other tools of the trade are starrett. If you never used there screwdrivers check them out. I also think my set is USA made to.
 
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I love my Wiha pico finish. Used them for two days straight doing alarm installation this week. The tips are great!
 
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