snap-on industrial finish?

[the intimidator]

i am looking to get some new screwdrivers next month (need to save my pennies) i was looking at the snap-on screwdrivers the 8 piece set is 112$ in the industrial finish and 168$ in the chrome finish. what is the coating like on the industrial finish is it going to stand up to regular use or is it going to look like **** after a few uses and be coverd in scratches. i have never seen this finish on the snappy stuff but i have used these screwdrivers before in the chrome version and they are awsome i really like the way they feel in my hand so i am willing to spend the 112$ on them works out to like 14$ each not too expensive when you think abought it thanks guys

 

[Canadian Charlie]

If it was up to me I'd get the chrome ones. They look more **** and I wouldn't want to be kicking myself in the A$$ in a few months time cause I was a hymer

 

[eschoendorff]

I have a few of the chrome and it is a decent finish. Easy to clean. I don't know how eay it would be to keep the industrial finish clean. And if there's one thing I hate, it's a dirty screwdriver. Dirt can cause poor fit, poor performance, and crappy results. If it were me, I would go the extra few $$$ and get the chrome. Remember, you're only buying these once.

 

[bmwpower]

The industrial finish is meant to bulletproof. Industrial settings are harsh - the tools are being used by people who don't care about them and could potentially get nasty chemicals on the tools. Think of it as "no" finish, ie. the same tool before it gets coated with chrome. There is no coating to chip off. This is critical in certain chemical/pharma industries where you wouldn't want a chrome chip to show up in your final product.

 

[Pantera]

Unless your heart is set on Snap-On you might want to look at Matco. I own the TORQUE II SCREWDRIVER SET and I really like them. Also check the price They come with a life time wty also.


STANDARD CHROME TOP-TORQUE SCREWDRIVER SET-ORANGE

• Three sided handle technology offers more turning power than standard screwdriver.
• High alloy chrome steel blades with butterfly shank molded into handle for greater strength and durability.
• Three different color choices available for set: Neon Green, Fluorescent Orange, or Maroon.
Part#: SSO8A Price: $114.35
http://www.matcotools.com/ProductImages/sso8a.jpg

8 PIECE PREMIUM CHROME TOP TORQUE II SCREWDRIVER SET - ORANGE

• Top Torque II is the Next Generation in 3-Component Triangular Handle screwdrivers. These application based screwdrivers provide optimal handle size and shape to enhance torque values and improve comfort.
• Screwdrivers have different handle sizes based on the screwdriver length which properly matches handle size with screwdriver application.
• Greater proportion of soft material on handle surface provides a better feel and improves comfort in thumb placement area.
• Patented flocking surface providing a non-slip grip.
• Innovative bolster hole for extra turning power.
• Handle is molded around blade via butterfly shank for greater strength and durability.

Part#: SSPCO8C Price: $134.15
http://www.matcotools.com/ProductImages/sspco8c.jpg

 

[dink]

Is Snap-on and Matco even making there own screwdrivers???

 

[the intimidator]

BMWPOWER

so the finish is pretty tuff but it wont scratch off with use rite i fit into the whole i dont care it's only a tool sort of mindset i think of my tools just that as tools im not eating off them i am not going to spend hours polishing the crome only to get them dirty again but i do take care of them but once they are dirty they tend to stay that way a quick wipe with a rag and into the box they go

Pantera

are those priced canadian? the set of snap-on i am looking at it only 88$ american does matco have trucks or can you buy them at stores? i really like the feel of the snap-on screwdrivers in my hand but i have never used matco all the screwdrivers i have now are mastercraft stanly and a mix of other off brands they serve me good but stripping screws is starting to get old so i wanna upgrade to something nice that is going to last a lifetime

 

[kartracer55]

Matco is a truckbrand as well.

My friend has a few pieces of snap on industrial finish, the most used is a 3/8 ratchet. The finish has held up but For some reason it gets a very very very light surface rust on it. Nothing major, rub it quickly with wd-40 and its gone. Go figure

Jim

 

[Pantera]

intimidator sorry I did not see that I was looking at canadian dollars. Matco have trucks and I think you can buy on line at matcotools.com . You would have to see if you like the Triangular Handle screwdrivers that Matco sell.

 

[the intimidator]

Jim

thanks that is exactly what i was looking for the surface rust does not concern me too much i'll just spray them with some wd-30 or something if i am going to store them for awhile without use


pantera

i asked around and nobody i know has a the matco screwdrivers so i am going to go with the snap-on i would hate to get the matco and not like them i'll talk to the snappy guy when he stops by the shop next and see what type of deal he can get me on the screwdrivers

thanks for the help guys when i get them i'll be sure to post weather or not i like the finish and how well it holds up for me if i like it alot i may buy some ratchets and a few other goody's

 

[l_bilyk]

I wouldn't buy snap or or matco screwdrivers. I would buy klein. Arguably a superior tool that costs less.

 

[Katbird]

most of my screwdrivers are mac but I do have other brands like klein and other odd brands. heres a few of mine.

 

[transammanv8]

Is Snap-on and Matco even making there own screwdrivers???

My Snap On guy was talking about the Snap On screwdrivers being made in one of our two local plants, either Elizabethton or Johnson City, Tn, but I can't remember which one. At the time, 2 years ago, they had made a batch that had bad heat treating and was causing problems for him(warranty work).

 

[l_bilyk]

I think klein makes the best screwdrivers... but thats just my $0.02

 

[chevy302dz]

The Snap On industrial finish holds up great so unless you just have to have chrome, or you are working in a area with exessive moisture they will be fine. If you really want the best, then you should look at the Stanley 100 plus series of screwdrivers.

 

[eschoendorff]

The Snap On industrial finish holds up great so unless you just have to have chrome, or you are working in a area with exessive moisture they will be fine. If you really want the best, then you should look at the Stanley 100 plus series of screwdrivers.

Really? I would not have guessed that. I have never been all that impressed with Stanley screwdrivers... maybe I should check them out. BTW, I'm fairly certain that the 100+ are made in the USA.

http://www.stanleytools.com/default...100+PLUS®+Phillips®+Tip+Screwdriver

 

[l_bilyk]

Really? I would not have guessed that. I have never been all that impressed with Stanley screwdrivers... maybe I should check them out. BTW, I'm fairly certain that the 100+ are made in the USA.

http://www.stanleytools.com/default...100+PLUS®+Phillips®+Tip+Screwdriver

Cold forged? hmmm

 

[Blacknwhitepit]

Those 100+ screwdrivers look painful. I prefer my Soft grips!

-BWP

 

[Thumper]

You might want to look at Cornwell or SK.

 

[eschoendorff]

Those 100+ screwdrivers look painful. I prefer my Soft grips!

-BWP

I have two softgrip Snap On screwdrivers... a #2 phillips ACR and a flat blade (3/16" perhaps?). They have never failed me. But then neither have my Taiwanese, Great Neck-sourced Kobalt softgrip screwdrivers. Nor my soft grip Cman pros. But I do enjoy using the snappys though. The phillips ACR kick major azz. Then again, they better @ $17 per screwdriver!

 

[chevy302dz]

Those 100+ screwdrivers look painful. I prefer my Soft grips!

-BWP

Their no worse than any other non confort grip screwdriver the selling point is the tips don't wear out, they don't strip out screwheads ,and the shanks don't bend. They are all made in the US.

 

[Blacknwhitepit]

I have two softgrip Snap On screwdrivers... a #2 phillips ACR and a flat blade (3/16" perhaps?). They have never failed me. But then neither have my Taiwanese, Great Neck-sourced Kobalt softgrip screwdrivers. Nor my soft grip Cman pros. But I do enjoy using the snappys though. The phillips ACR kick major azz. Then again, they better @ $17 per screwdriver!

LOL, My hands aren't what they used to be. After a day of turning wrenches I feel it.

When it comes to screwdrivers, most any will do for the weekend guy.
You will get what you pay for if you consistently use tools, I guess what I look for now is comfort.

I looked at those Stanley 100 plus and they looked like hard plastic torture handles.

COMFORT. The Craftsman Pro was accomodating, but not as nice as the Snap on. Cornwell just seems to be continuing to go down the wrong road (FUZZY HANDLES?) but I have not tried the MAC's so I will leave them alone. My Snappy guy replaces my tips free when I wear them and he has no issues when I occasionally have to replace them.

Cheers

-BWP

 

[eschoendorff]

Their no worse than any other non confort grip screwdriver the selling point is the tips don't wear out, they don't strip out screwheads ,and the shanks don't bend. They are all made in the US.

Did you happen to click on the "buy online' icon when on the Stanley website? Those screwdrivers are going for about $3 a piece at MSC and Protoolsdirect.com. Not bad if the do the trick!

 

[chevy302dz]

Did you happen to click on the "buy online' icon when on the Stanley website? Those screwdrivers are going for about $3 a piece at MSC and Protoolsdirect.com. Not bad if the do the trick!

The Stanleys are definatily worth it, if you don't like those, Pratt Read also makes some pretty decent screwdrivers. My personal favorites are actually the old style Snap On's the newer style ones are not nearly as nice to use.

 

[Blacknwhitepit]

The Stanleys are definatily worth it, if you don't like those, Pratt Read also makes some pretty decent screwdrivers. My personal favorites are actually the old style Snap On's the newer style ones are not nearly as nice to use.

Chev,

Will Stanley repair, refund or give you a new screwdriver when they EVENTUALLY wear out?

Cheers!



-BWP

 

[l_bilyk]

Chev,

Will Stanley repair, refund or give you a new screwdriver when they EVENTUALLY wear out?

Cheers!



-BWP

maybe not, but how long does a screwdriver last? you can buy 5 stanley screwdrivers for the price of one snap-on

moreover, there are n snap on stores, so those who don't work at a shop are screwed for warranty service anyways

 

[Blacknwhitepit]

maybe not, but how long does a screwdriver last? you can buy 5 stanley screwdrivers for the price of one snap-on

moreover, there are n snap on stores, so those who don't work at a shop are screwed for warranty service anyways

You get what you pay for!

-BWP

 

[eschoendorff]

You get what you pay for!

-BWP

Very true most of the time. But, how often have you not gotten what you paid for? I have a limited collection of Snap On tools, but the thought of having them warrantied really turns me off. I hope they hold up like everyone says they do...

 

[the intimidator]

well i am definatly getting the snap on screwdrivers they seem to be the best i have seen and used i cant seem to find anywon who has the others mentiond in stock around here and i am working at a shop and the snapon guy stops by every thursday so i am set for warrenty if they ever break wear out ect now i have to wait till i get my atv fixed to buy any more tools

 

[Uncle Buck]

I have no problems with Snappy S drivers, in fact I would not trade mine. I would say though, don't ever hammer or otherwise abuse a Snappy handle on your Snappy S driver in any way. If you do not owe mr Snappy money, or do not work in a shop on his regular route, or have not spent obscene amounts of money with your dealer in the past, you have no warranty on a Snappy S driver handle, only the blade of the S driver! Use SK Craftsman, Proto, old Stanley or other such s drivers for prying, beating on or otherwise using for purposes they were never intended for. At least with a Craftsman they will warrant the whole Damn s driver regardless who walks it through the door!

 

[ersatzs2]

Matco is a truckbrand as well.

My friend has a few pieces of snap on industrial finish, the most used is a 3/8 ratchet. The finish has held up but For some reason it gets a very very very light surface rust on it. Nothing major, rub it quickly with wd-40 and its gone. Go figure

Jim

We have snap on industrial finish for all our english combination wrenches. I got them in order to distinguish them from the metric wrenches (in high polish) to reduce confusion in the thick of battle during racing. (as you probably know, kartracer, the front half of a Margay kart is english AN hardware, the back half is metric!)

Anyhow, after the last race we got caught in a downpour just as we were packing up. Apparently I didn't wipe them dry enough because when I unpacked a week later they were quite rusty. Not pleasant.
So think of industrial finish, as someone already said, as 'no finish'

 

[wilbilt]

I think klein makes the best screwdrivers... but thats just my $0.02

I find they are difficult to grip with greasy hands. Electricians like them, but they never get their hands dirty...

Good God, you guys will argue about anything...

 

[sunshineFC3s]

I have some of the older Cman Pro screwdrivers and I love them. They also have that hardened tip and a really nice soft grip. I've heard that the newer Can Pro's (red and black handle) are not as comfy as the older ones, but I havent used them myself yet. Cant say anything about the snappy stuff as I dont own anything from them.
-a

 

[kartracer55]

We have snap on industrial finish for all our english combination wrenches. I got them in order to distinguish them from the metric wrenches (in high polish) to reduce confusion in the thick of battle during racing. (as you probably know, kartracer, the front half of a Margay kart is english AN hardware, the back half is metric!)

Anyhow, after the last race we got caught in a downpour just as we were packing up. Apparently I didn't wipe them dry enough because when I unpacked a week later they were quite rusty. Not pleasant.
So think of industrial finish, as someone already said, as 'no finish'

Lol yeah freakin PITA. 22mm for wheels and 13mm for everything else has me covered though.

Id imagine pouring rain is an issue with the industrial finish snap on tools, but rain will fawk with alot of tools anyway. When it rains on my tools, I get an old T shirt/rag, throw them all in there and covered them in wd40. I make a mess, but hey, 1$ of wd40 and oily hands are bettery than rusty tools. WD does stand for Water-displacer after all.

 

[wilbilt]

I have some very old Blue Point wrenches with the industrial finish; it has held up quite well.

 

[Lightning]

Wiha makes some nice screwdrivers that are not very expensive. They also have some screwdrivers with a metal plate on the top of the handle that is designed for hammering if you are interested. I would not hammer a screwdriver but if you must use a hammer these are the screwdrivers you should use.

The finish is not as nice as Snap On and I do not think the blades can be replaced, but they seem to hold up well.

 

[billymade]

Wiha has a lifetime warranty; I sent one of mine in when I broke a tip and they sent me back a brand new one as a replacement!

 

[Stanger]

I am surprised it took this long to see Wiha mentioned. Also surprised that nobody has suggested Facom. People that own them say they are easily on par with the snappys. You can find good deals on them on ebay too since they don't say SnapOn.

 

[hamburglar]

This also strikes me as a pretty good deal:

http://chadstoolbox.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=12074

 

[Lightning]

This also strikes me as a pretty good deal:

http://chadstoolbox.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=12074

The guy who owns that business is real nice and honest and it is a good place to buy. I highly reccommend it.