Time for some crow

[seber]

Not long ago I commented that ratcheting screwdrivers did not make a lot of sense as my hand would do the same thing. Well, a few weeks ago I picked up a Snap-on ratcheting screwdriver at an estate sale for $3. Well, now that I've been using it, I realize that the extemely low back drag and knurled shaft actually make it work much faster than a standard driver.

 

[four.cycle]

the fox wandered on down the path and thought "they were probably sour anyway."

 

[Dave455]

Sometimes you just have to use a tool to appreciate it. Needs also vary with the type of work you do.

I’ve done a fair bit of assembly work, putting in half inch long machine screws or self tappers, and nothing works better than the ratcheting bit driver. As quick as a power tool, but lighter in the hand and doesn’t deprive you of feel.

My favourites are the short handle and the T handle. The short handle is great for most automotive tasks too!

 

[lardy1]

I had to eat that same bird at least twice. Ratcheting screwdrivers and ratcheting wrenches.

 

[rlitman]

...My favourites are the short handle and the T handle. The short handle is great for most automotive tasks too!

As a stubby, the old style hard handle is shorter than the newer Instinct style, and for that reason, I like it more. Still, I've been known to put the medium length shank in the stubby Instinct handle at times.

 

[joel63]

Not long ago I commented that ratcheting screwdrivers did not make a lot of sense as my hand would do the same thing. Well, a few weeks ago I picked up a Snap-on ratcheting screwdriver at an estate sale for $3. Well, now that I've been using it, I realize that the extemely low back drag and knurled shaft actually make it work much faster than a standard driver.

I picked up one when they first came out. A total favorite of mine.
I have several.

 

[Dave455]

Still, I've been known to put the medium length shank in the stubby Instinct handle at times.

Yes, I can see why you would do that. Sometimes you need a longer driver without a bulky handle.

I much prefer the hard handles over the soft grips (it might be just me, but I can never keep the soft ones clean) but I do like the interchangable shank feature.

My only regret was buying that tool in black. Come close to leaving it in a vehicle a couple of times…