Following my other thread on pliers, I want to get some hard handled screwdrivers. Don't want that nasty grease on my Wera VDE or Stanley Fatmax. Any suggestions? (Other than Snap On). I'm in the UK, but don't mind ordering from Europe if needed.
Screwdriver recommendations - hard handles - UK
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shockwave
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It might be best for you to order Williams hard handles from Amazon same as snap on for fraction of the cost
Not really sure of uk brands that produce hard handles
Not really sure of uk brands that produce hard handles
helterskelter
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I really like my Felo hard handle strike through screwdrivers. Perfect for working on cars. I have Wiha soft handles and go for the Felo's first because they're so much easier to wipe down. It's series 206 on this page.
http://www.german-hand-tools.com/Felo-screwdrivers2.html
http://www.german-hand-tools.com/Felo-screwdrivers2.html
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Dookie2122
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SK makes some very nice and affordable hard handle screwdrivers.
Rich.
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Why not the standard Wera's? Or if you want to abuse them then the Chisel drivers are great aswell. They arent a typical hard handle, but they clean just as well.
JonnyMac
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Pb swiss make the best screwdrivers in my experience
Dave455
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Now, this IS the time to go down the CK route.
You won't go far wrong with the CK Classic drivers with the yellow hard handles! Durable, relatively inexpensive and readily available from a load of hardware shops (or online if you have problems). These were my 'go to' drivers for many years, and still are for some applications!
Forget Williams! Yes they are superb value, but hardly anybody will ship them to the U.K. (I wonder if this is a deliberate policy) and when they do they are Snap On money! If anybody knows of a dealer that will I'd love to hear!
PB are superb, but much more expensive, and if I'm honest, not always best suited to automotive work!
I quite like the Hazet drivers with the black hard handles. Cheaper than any of the U.S. tools, but superb for greasy work!
You won't go far wrong with the CK Classic drivers with the yellow hard handles! Durable, relatively inexpensive and readily available from a load of hardware shops (or online if you have problems). These were my 'go to' drivers for many years, and still are for some applications!
Forget Williams! Yes they are superb value, but hardly anybody will ship them to the U.K. (I wonder if this is a deliberate policy) and when they do they are Snap On money! If anybody knows of a dealer that will I'd love to hear!
PB are superb, but much more expensive, and if I'm honest, not always best suited to automotive work!
I quite like the Hazet drivers with the black hard handles. Cheaper than any of the U.S. tools, but superb for greasy work!
dutchgray
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I'm going to agree with Dave above.
CK classic range are decent, as are the Facom ones (although I haven't got any recently made ones) PB are really nice but also really expensive.
CK classic range are decent, as are the Facom ones (although I haven't got any recently made ones) PB are really nice but also really expensive.
Road_runner
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Draper are another option if you are a keen hobbyist (as I am). My torx drivers are Draper 939 series. They are also available in an 11-piece flat/pozi/Philips set at around £24 on amazon depending on seller.
For "normal" screwdrivers, I really liked the look of Draper's 990 Engineer's Screwdrivers, but I was lucky enough to be able to try some in anger and actually found them quite uncomfortable. In the end I went for Draper's 870 series Mechanic's screwdrivers in a 16-piece set and haven't looked back. The handles are manufactured from impact-resistant heavy duty polypropylene.
If you can find a local Draper stockist, have a look before you decide / buy.
For "normal" screwdrivers, I really liked the look of Draper's 990 Engineer's Screwdrivers, but I was lucky enough to be able to try some in anger and actually found them quite uncomfortable. In the end I went for Draper's 870 series Mechanic's screwdrivers in a 16-piece set and haven't looked back. The handles are manufactured from impact-resistant heavy duty polypropylene.
If you can find a local Draper stockist, have a look before you decide / buy.
Moose-LandTran
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Considering their excellent quality they're really not that bad. A 6-piece set of Multicraft screwdrivers (PH & flat) is £38 including the VAT and delivery.
Wamsutta
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+ 1 to PB Swiss, but you'd be missing out if you didn't get their Swiss Grip.
dutchgray
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CK 8 piece set is £33 on eBay and that's with out looking for a deal, the difference really comes when you buy the singles that you don't get in the sets.
I have a few PB tools and will be buying more in time, but screwdrivers for working in the garage on cars, machinery etc covered in oil and dirt I would want something cheaper that you wouldn't worry about abusing a bit. CK make many different handle styles so there is a good chance of finding one that works for you.
Moose-LandTran
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If you want something you can abuse i'd go for Wera Chiseldrivers. For actual screwing (Wahey!) i'd choose the PBs every time. I have a bunch of them and they're the best i've used. Their Torx drivers are especially good.
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Are the Witte drivers a hard handle or not really? I have only used one and can't remember.
their wood handle drivers have a hard handle
lots of recomendations for PB swiss, which models (handle type) specifically do you have?
avoid CK in my opinion, had a set of thier electrical screwdrivers the tips are realy weak, snaped one on a screw that was then removed by a made in china special. facom seem good but will cost so mabey not good for a garage screwdriver,
avoid CK in my opinion, had a set of thier electrical screwdrivers the tips are realy weak, snaped one on a screw that was then removed by a made in china special. facom seem good but will cost so mabey not good for a garage screwdriver,
PSYKO_Inc
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I'm a big fan of Wera, I've had my set for a couple years and they're my go-to screwdrivers. Planning on picking up a set of the chiseldrivers for the really rough stuff, but the standard green handled ones have held up great so far.