Snap on ratcheting interchangeable screwdrivers

[JHZR2]

I was picking up a crowfoot at the snap on truck today, and on a whim, bought a ratcheting screwdriver with the interchangeable shanks.

Seems to me that the ratchet is in the handle, and the shank just has a standard square drive.

Anyone know how much torque these can practically handle? I've busted a lot of cheapo ones, and I do have a Stanley one from HD that has stood up well to driving long screws, etc.

I just liked the hand feel, and so it was a whim. But I'm guessing it is pretty stout.

Are there any other recommended stronger ratcheting screwdrivers?

 

[Bobcat753]

I have a kobalt that can take some torque. I've been able to break screw heads with it and it doesn't skip or hasn't broken.

 

[matt stott]

Been pounding away on my Snap-on ratcheting at work(interchangeable shank) for about 15 years now- never a problem. My favorite screwdriver- ever.

Matt

 

[IFMJohn]

I have a snap-on ratcheting screwdriver with interchangable heads that I picked up maybe a month and a half ago. I've used it a couple times and I really like it. It feels great in the hand and the ratcheting mechanism feels strong. Only time will tell how good it actually is.

 

[wvrailroader]

I have put some pretty good torque on mine and haven't broken it yet. I have a Kobalt that I had before the Snap On and never broke it either (as a plus, the Kobalt shafts work on the Snap On driver). I think the ratcheting mechanism is pretty stout on them both, but the Snap On is a lot smoother.

 

[fiv216]

Not sure what style yours is but here's mine. I've put it through situation probably beyond what I should have & it's stood up. Best $8 ever spent ona tool.

 

[Local]

they will handle as much as your hands can apply. Had one forever, the grip on them allow you to really get a lot of torque. I had regular screwdrivers and not been able to take screws off, but been able to get the torque required with the snap on.

 

[JHZR2]

Good to know, thanks!

 

[BFHtime]

The five position handle screwdriver allows some serious torque.