Show us your pb swiss tools!

[merbie]

Iv been drooling over the only quality tools website at pb swiss tools, they all look wonderfully made, to try them out I do as I always do and bought the smallest tool tye make (other than there bits) I do this because I find if the quality is good on the smallest tool they make there bigger tools will follow suit, and I have to say I'm massively impressed I'm
Selling my hard handled snap ons to be replaced by pb drivers so post them up and help me drain my wallet! My humble contribution

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[JonnyMac]

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http://www.pbswisstools.com/en/quality-hand-tools-qht/screwdrivers/electrotool.html

ive got the flat and phillips of these. Not really used for electrical but I just preferred the grip, its super comfortable and the tips are very hard.

I have them in my hutch for quick grab tasks but ive still got my SO hard handles..

 

[merbie]

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I might keep the snap on for pry bars lol and have the pbs for normal work


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[merbie]

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If anyone had any well used PBS to show that would be awesome, want to see how they hold up


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[garfieldzzz]

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Ive dropped a order today on a flat and Phillips set (branded as "Garant"), a set of allen keys and a gasket scaper as well another mallet and a few bit sets. I own already a set of long allen keys and a t-handle torx set, a mallet and a set pin punches. All Stuff is top notch.

At work we use a lot of PB tools, especially the bits are mega proper: tight fit, and strong as f... the same for allen keys and screwdriver tips. But we are restrictet making photos.

 

[Monte]

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[Monte]

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[JonnyMac]

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In my hutch...

im very tempted by the rainbow allen keys too..

 

[Tronyadorable]

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Nothing there to get even remotely excited over.Not even a little bit/.

 

[merbie]

Show is your pb swiss tools!

^ then why comment? And monte how do you like that ratcheting driver? I can't decide either to get a ratchet screwdriver or a set of screwdrivers first:/


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[JonnyMac]

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^ remember, dont feed the trolls....

 

[FMC1959]

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I got these a couple of months ago, love the handles and how they feel in my hand. The tips really grab the screw very well. So far so good, obviously can't speak to how they hold up long term, but hear they go the distance.

 

[zkling]

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^ then why comment? And monte how do you like that ratcheting driver? I can't decide either to get a ratchet screwdriver or a set of screwdrivers first:/


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I really want to try one of those ratcheting drivers, but the price is a bit steep to gamble on. It's between that or one of the snap on soft handle, interchangable shanks; which I've used a number of times and liked.

 

[nicksnothereman]

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Nothing there to get even remotely excited over.Not even a little bit/.

Those bits look pretty good to me.

 

[Monte]

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And monte how do you like that ratcheting driver? I can't decide either to get a ratchet screwdriver or a set of screwdrivers first:/
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the ratcheting mechanism is a bit stiff. The Wera/Bahco/Facom... drivers are smoother. So i would get one of these, probably the Wera because of the bit storage.

 

[merbie]

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ah sad to hear that they look cool

 

[CV90]

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PB Swiss bits
PH 0-1-2-3-4
PZ 0-1-2-3-4
Torx 5-6-7-8-9-10-15-20-25-27-30-40
Torx tamper resistant 8-9-10-15-20-25-27-30
Hex 1.27-1.5-2-2.5-3-4-5-6-8-10
Hex tamper resistant 2.5-3-4-5-6
Slotted 4-5.5-6.25-8-10

PB Swiss screwdrivers

 

[merbie]

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Nice set of drivers how they holding up?


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[CV90]

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Nice set of drivers how they holding up?


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They are still going strong. Truth be told, I only use the Swissgrip handle drivers at jobs in relatively clean environments. For working on vehicles and other grimy stuff I tend to use acetate handle drivers like the PB Multicraft handle or the blue "Gedolat" Gedore screwdrivers.

Some more PB stuff:

Hex drivers

Nut drivers

Hex keys and stubby drivers

Acetate handle stuff

 

[matt stott]

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My contribution:

Been using some PB Swiss stuff at work for about 15 years now- it holds up as well as anything. The rainbow hex set on the bottom is about 15 years old- used as an anvil and a hammer and pry bars at times: the tips are still good as new. The identical rainbow set above is for my home shop- it is the ONLY tool where I own two copies. Soft handle screwdrivers are about one year old, tips have held up remarkably well.

I also have a set of pin punches and center punches, some micro-screwdrivers some T-handle hex wrenches (and more 1/4" bits than I can count) that I forgot to include. I have never been disappointed by their tool quality.


Matt

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Their "cheap-looking" T-handles are something extra special and deserve special mention (picture from pb swiss web site below). Nothing even comes close to how strong these things are, and I have used EVERY brand of hex wrench. Ridiculous expensive, but worth every penny for the work I do- they will undo any rusted out, seized up bolt and still look like new. May hurt your hand when the bolt finally breaks free, but the wrench never gets damaged.

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[merbie]

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My contribution:



Been using some PB Swiss stuff at work for about 15 years now- it holds up as well as anything. The rainbow hex set on the bottom is about 15 years old- used as an anvil and a hammer and pry bars at times: the tips are still good as new. The identical rainbow set above is for my home shop- it is the ONLY tool where I own two copies. Soft handle screwdrivers are about one year old, tips have held up remarkably well.



I also have a set of pin punches and center punches, some micro-screwdrivers some T-handle hex wrenches (and more 1/4" bits than I can count) that I forgot to include. I have never been disappointed by their tool quality.





Matt



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Their "cheap-looking" T-handles are something extra special and deserve special mention (picture from pb swiss web site below). Nothing even comes close to how strong these things are, and I have used EVERY brand of hex wrench. Ridiculous expensive, but worth every penny for the work I do- they will undo any rusted out, seized up bolt and still look like new. May hurt your hand when the bolt finally breaks free, but the wrench never gets damaged.



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Cab you still buy that ratchet screwdriver in black?


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[matt stott]

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Can you still buy that ratchet screwdriver in black?


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Yep: http://www.shop.pbtools.us/Insider-...with-ten-C6-1-4-Bits-100mm-long-6510R-100.htm

(I still prefer my Snap-on soft handle ratcheting driver, though. The PB swiss version is very, very impressive; the directional lever just works backwards for me. I am always accidentally changing the ratchet direction when working- that never happens to me with the snap on driver. That is just me, though, and the way I hold the driver).
The PB Swiss bit storage on this model beats everything else for convenience- you don't lose bits with this one.

Matt

 

[BJ42LX]

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I'd really like a set of these but the price is pretty dear...

 

[cgv69]

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PB Swiss bits

Man, I really like that BitBox but based in the price, they sure are proud of it.

 

[CV90]

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Man, I really like that BitBox but based in the price, they sure are proud of it.

I couldn't even buy it like this, had to put this assortment together myself. I think it was something crazy like 120 - 150 bucks. Don't tell the girlfriend!

 

[cgv69]

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I couldn't even buy it like this, had to put this assortment together myself. I think it was something crazy like 120 - 150 bucks. Don't tell the girlfriend!

LOL - You're safe - Guy code rules are always in effect!

 

[worknhard]

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I’ve had these straightedge screwdrivers for about 4-5 years… no complaints. The parallel edges fit screw-heads well and are very tough… and the manufacturing quality/attention to detail is very impressive.

 

[FMC1959]

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PB Swiss bits
PH 0-1-2-3-4
PZ 0-1-2-3-4
Torx 5-6-7-8-9-10-15-20-25-27-30-40
Torx tamper resistant 8-9-10-15-20-25-27-30
Hex 1.27-1.5-2-2.5-3-4-5-6-8-10
Hex tamper resistant 2.5-3-4-5-6
Slotted 4-5.5-6.25-8-10

PB Swiss screwdrivers

On the front row with the Pozi and Philips you have a couple of big bits with the blue O-rings; what are they?

 

[FMC1959]

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Got these Friday!

 

[merbie]

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Which handles are best?


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[SawtoothJL]

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Which handles are best?


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Swiss grip are my favorite. They are all good though, you cant go wrong with PB Swiss!

 

[superautobacs]

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I bought most of my PB Tools about 5 years ago when they were sold on Amazon.

 

[superautobacs]

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The deadblow mallet/hammer is simply awesome. Everyone who used mine were amazed by it.

 

[superautobacs]

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Their cross handle drivers can exert a lot of torque.

The best offset flat-head screwdriver design on the planet. The blades on opposing ends are 90* from each other. ...and the shallow offset ....and the knurled shaft.

 

[CV90]

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On the front row with the Pozi and Philips you have a couple of big bits with the blue O-rings; what are they?

They are PH4 and PZ4 bits.

 

[CV90]

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Which handles are best?


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For clean environments go Swissgrip, for automotive and other grimy stuff go Multicraft. If you feel really nostalgic get the Classic handle (I don't like the shape). The textured acetate material on the Multicraft is easier to clean than the tacky Santoprene material on the Swissgrip series. I also think acetate is more resistant to workshop chemicals.

But just to be sure, order a frequently used size like PH2 or slotted 5.5mm from all 3 series and use them to see which one you like best.

 

[Monte]

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[classicJackets]

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I'll leave this here for anyone who might not have seen it
http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=269546

 

[dkroth]

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I'll post up here after the Black Friday sale...

 

[merbie]

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i get paid next friday will be treating myself to a new pick set beenwanting them for so long